Pastors’ Hangover

Is This God’s Voice or Mine? The Challenge of Spiritual Discernment

How do you know if that voice in your head is God speaking—or just your own thoughts? Spiritual discernment is one of the most powerful yet challenging aspects of faith. In this episode, we dive into how to recognize God’s guidance, the dangers of trusting our emotions too much, and what the Bible says about discerning truth. 
 
What you'll learn:
How to tell the difference between God’s voice and your own thoughts
The role of Scripture in sharpening your discernment
Why feelings can mislead us—and how to avoid deception
How to handle difficult relationships with wisdom and grace
What to do when bitterness starts to settle in your heart
If you’ve ever struggled with making the right decisions or wondered if you’re truly hearing from God, this episode is for you. Let’s uncover the keys to stronger spiritual discernment together!
 
Last Weekend's Message:https://youtu.be/5yiw1_7ASBY?feature=shared
 
In This Episode:Hal Mayer - Happy Birthday!!!!Daryl BlackCraig AltmanMelissa Vicinanza
 
Shoutout to Unreal Candy for being with us for Pastor Hal's Birthday!

Counseling, Conflict & Christ: The Art of Tough Conversations

Struggling with difficult conversations in your relationships, workplace, or church? In this episode, we dive into the science of communication and why humility, vulnerability, and grace are essential for handling conflict.
 
What You'll Learn:
The key to balancing truth and love in tough conversations
How pride—both good and bad—impacts communication
Why defensiveness shuts down healthy dialogue (and how to avoid it)
Practical steps for resolving conflict in a Christ-centered way
How to set boundaries with grace without feeling guilty
The biggest mistakes people make when handling tension
Why great leaders must embrace hard conversations
How counseling, emotional triggers, and past wounds affect communication
Whether you’re looking to improve your marriage, leadership, or conflict resolution skills, this episode is packed with practical, biblical wisdom to help you speak with confidence, listen with empathy, and build stronger relationships.
 
This episode is sponsored by: https://yeomanstopgolfswingsuite.com/tampa/
 
Last Weekend's Message: https://youtu.be/67KmHPK-x9Q?feature=shared
 
In This Episode:Craig AltmanMelissa VicinanzaDaryl BlackHal Mayer

The Science of Listening: How to Improve Your Relationships Today

Struggling with miscommunication, constant distractions, or feeling unheard?
In a world dominated by social media, short attention spans, and endless noise, listening has become a lost art—but it’s one of the most powerful tools for building stronger relationships, deeper faith, and better leadership. In this episode, we break down the science of listening, why most people are bad at it, and how improving this skill can change your life. Learn how social media addiction is rewiring our ability to focus, why Jesus DID listen to everyone but knew when to take action, and the dangerous consequences of ignoring God and others. Plus, we ask YOU the #1 thing people in church wish their pastors would hear. Whether you want to become a better spouse, friend, leader, or believer, this episode is packed with biblical truth, practical tips, and hard-hitting insights to help you listen better and live wiser.

Speaking the Truth in Love: Navigating Tough Conversations

In this episode of The Pastors' Hangover, we dive into Hal's message "The Power of Our Words" and explore how intentional communication impacts our relationships.
In This Episode We Cover:
🗣️ The significance of words and how they affect us
👨‍👩‍👧 Parenting and the influence of language on children’s development
💍 Marriage communication tips, including setting boundaries and taking time-outs
👥 Navigating friendships, negative words, and gossip 💬 Speaking truth in love and handling slip-ups with grace

Should Pastors Be Rich? Let’s Talk About It

Money and faith—two topics that make people uncomfortable, especially when they collide. Should Christians pursue wealth, or does God want us to live simply? And what about pastors—should they be driving luxury cars or living paycheck to paycheck? In this episode of The Pastors Hangover, we tackle the tough questions: Is tithing still relevant if the Old Testament law was fulfilled? Do flashy, wealthy pastors hurt the church’s reputation? And when it comes to trusting God, is it harder when you have nothing or when you have everything? Let’s have the conversation no one wants to have—but everyone needs to.
 
Pictures of the Pastors’ Being Wealthy:https://www.instagram.com/pastorshangover/
Previous Messages in “Banking on God” Series
P Craig Interviewing His Brother: https://youtu.be/ChD7x7xD-Wc?feature=shared
P Daryl on Tithing: https://youtu.be/CLTIWnx0E2U?feature=shared
P Craig 4 Kets to Financial Freedom: https://youtu.be/AKOc7fMhj4U?feature=shared

Is God Against Wealth? Should Christians Be Poor?

Is God against wealth? Should Christians embrace poverty to be truly faithful? The Bible says the love of money is the root of all evil—but does that mean having money is wrong? In this episode, we wrestle with the tough questions about faith and finances:
Is giving 2% the same as giving 10% of the tithe?
What does the Bible say about taxes and redistribution of wealth?
Will the poor always be among us?
Who is supposed to take care of the poor?
Let’s get real about the tension between faith, finances, and the fear of getting it wrong. Don’t miss this one! 
 
Last Weekend’s Message:https://youtu.be/CLTIWnx0E2U?feature=shared
 
In this episode:The (Podcast) Teaching Team ModelHal MayerCraig AltmanDaryl BlackMelissa Vicinanza

Leadership Lessons At All Levels

We all experience failure—but what if it’s actually your greatest opportunity for growth? In this episode, we break down how setbacks reveal character, why humility is essential for leadership, and how God’s grace is bigger than your worst mistakes. Whether it’s in parenting, relationships, or personal development, learning from failure is the key to resilience. Don’t let pride keep you stuck—embrace the lessons, make the adjustments, and keep moving forward.

Called Out & Called Up: Church, Friends, & Boundaries

This week on The Pastors Hangover, we tackle the difference between being a contributor and a consumer in the church. Is showing up without serving like being an adult mooching off their parents? Why does real spiritual growth require community, accountability, and boundaries? Plus, we celebrate Melissa’s big news, debate the best Girl Scout cookies, and maybe even throw in some Super Bowl hot takes. Don’t miss it!
Easter 2024https://youtu.be/srVBqrAJccY?si=wpN93nRNCNwz7iK331st Anniversary of Grace Family Churchhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DFdY6eAvT8i/?igsh=MWJobTBlYjBkZWRvYQ==

Does Baptism Save You? What the Bible Really Says

Let’s DEEP dive into one of the most debated questions in Christianity: Does baptism save you? We’ll explore why different denominations view baptism so differently and unpack the scriptures like Mark 16:16, Acts 2:38, and Matthew 28:19. Is infant baptism enough, or is personal belief the key? 
 
We also look at what it means to be "born of water and the Spirit" and whether being baptized without truly understanding its significance has any bearing on salvation. Tune in for clarity on a topic that can leave many questioning what the Bible really says.
 
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Baptism in the USF Fountain: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_A11jLxslD/
 
In This Episode:
Hal Mayer
Jonathan Starrett 
Nate Richie
Melissa Vicinanza

Why Forgiveness Feels Impossible—Predestination and Revivals

In this episode, we dive deep into the power of confession and what it means to truly forgive, even when someone isn’t sorry. We’ll tackle tough questions like: What’s the difference between vengeance and justice? Can we control God’s plan, or are we destined to follow it? Plus, a candid discussion on the revival movements happening today—how can we tell if they’re a genuine move of the Holy Spirit or just trendy moments? Join us for a thought-provoking and soul-stirring conversation.
Last Weekend's Message:
https://youtu.be/HUQYYOTGudM?si=l1c4Dnjskh_ExqYq