Pastors’ Hangover

How did Craig Altman go from partying in Tampa to giving his life to Jesus, becoming a pastor, and eventually starting Grace Family Church? In this episode of The Pastors’ Hangover, Craig shares the story of meeting Debbie, walking into church for the first time, finding Jesus in an unexpected place, stepping into ministry, and watching Grace grow from its earliest days into what it is today.
Craig also gets honest about one of the subjects people get most uncomfortable talking about in church: money. He breaks down tithing, stewardship, financial pressure, debt, sacrifice, and why trusting God with your finances is about much more than giving 10%. Whether you’re skeptical about giving, trying to get financially healthy, or simply want to hear the story behind Grace Family Church, this conversation is full of practical wisdom and reminders of God’s faithfulness.
Last Weekend's Messagehttps://youtu.be/iPc_n20rPbo?si=YsVEllB2KPaIVQA-

Why is your “yes” more expensive than you think? In this episode of The Pastors’ Hangover, the team talks about what it really looks like to lead well at home, at work, in church, and in your relationships.They get practical about having hard conversations, why clarity is kindness, how to prepare before addressing conflict, and when it’s actually healthy to pause a conversation and come back to it later. They also unpack the weight that comes with leadership, the importance of creating margin, and how to recognize when you’re carrying responsibilities God never asked you to carry.From learning to say no, protecting your time and family, and knowing what deserves your yes, to delegation, burnout, and leading people with honesty and care, this conversation is about stewarding what God has entrusted to you well.If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, avoiding a difficult conversation, or trying to carry everything yourself, this episode will challenge you to lead with more clarity, purpose, and wisdom.Last Weekend's Messagehttps://youtu.be/TqApXVk2Fuo?si=Vm_fbt14U3fv3t4xIn This EpisodeDaryl BlackHal MayerMelissa Vicinanza

Why does God allow suffering? Why would God allow children and babies to suffer? How do we trust God when life feels deeply unfair?
In this episode of The Pastors’ Hangover, Pastors Daryl Black and Hal Mayer wrestle with some of the hardest questions Christians ask about pain, loss, heaven, evil, and the character of God.
They talk honestly about why suffering exists, what the Bible gives us reason to believe about children and heaven, and why faith doesn’t require us to pretend we have every answer. If you’ve ever wondered where God is in the middle of tragedy, this conversation is for you.
Last Weekend's Messagehttps://youtu.be/Z5GdH2BDJg0?si=apzujsTId0OQNKsk
In This EpisodeMelissa VicinanzaHal MayerDaryl Black

What do you do when you have questions about Jesus that you can’t fully explain? In this episode of The Pastors’ Hangover, Pastor Hal and Pastor Nate tackle some of the questions Christians are actually asking, from whether followers of Jesus should play Grand Theft Auto 6 to how we should think about the things we allow into our lives. They also unpack the Trinity, what it means that God is one God in three persons, and why it’s okay to admit, “I understand that I don’t understand.”Then they dig into one of Jesus’ most misunderstood moments on the cross: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” Was Jesus talking to Himself? Was He separated from God? And why was He quoting Psalm 22? We also talk about sharing your faith when your friends still don’t believe, why your job isn’t to convince them, and how to turn doubt into curiosity instead of letting it pull you away from God. Questions aren’t something Christians need to be afraid of. Bring them to God. Dig into Scripture. Keep talking.Last Weekends Messagehttps://youtu.be/AouKegdMUTU?si=uWyzY10v164WkRu5In This EpisodeHal MayerNate Richie

Can you trust the Bible and still take science seriously? In this episode of The Pastors’ Hangover, we tackle some of the biggest questions Christians ask about creation, evolution, dinosaurs, the shape of the earth, and whether science actually supports or contradicts faith.
Are dinosaurs real? Did they live alongside humans? Is the earth flat? Can Christians believe in evolution? What does Genesis actually teach about creation? And does scientific evidence point away from God or toward a Creator?
We also talk about cremation, biblical evidence, apologetics, and why Christians shouldn’t be afraid to ask hard questions or dig deeper into what they believe.If you’ve ever wrestled with science and Christianity, evolution and the Bible, dinosaurs in Scripture, creation, or whether there is real evidence for God, this episode is for you.
Last Weekend's Messagehttps://youtu.be/avTzrkrNJ8E?si=J5PhBCrCmElXT-Lg
In This EpisodeDaryl BlackHal MayerMelissa Vicinanza

Why does it sometimes feel like your prayers aren’t working? Are you praying the wrong thing, using the wrong words, or asking with the wrong motives?In this episode of The Pastors’ Hangover, we take a deep dive into prayer and tackle some of the questions Christians wrestle with most. What makes a prayer powerful? What does the Bible mean by the “prayer of a righteous person”?Does praying with more people make a difference? And what do you do when God doesn’t answer the way you hoped?We also unpack why prayer isn’t a formula for getting what you want from God. It’s about dependence, relationship, and trusting that God is still working even when you can’t see it.Last Weekend's Messagehttps://youtu.be/KZXikKgUbqA?si=dTJZuNjsmvBJ_O5LIn This EpisodeDaryl BlackHal MayerMelissa Vicinanza

The end times raise some of the biggest questions Christians have. When will the rapture happen? Will believers go through the tribulation? What is the mark of the beast, and are we already seeing signs of what’s coming?In this episode of The Pastors’ Hangover, Melissa sits down with Pastor Hal to unpack what the Bible actually says about the rapture, tribulation, Antichrist, and the mark of the beast. They break down pre-trib, mid-trib, and post-trib views, why Christians can disagree on the details, and why we should be careful about turning every headline or new technology into an end-times prediction.Because Revelation wasn’t given to make us live in fear or obsess over figuring out the exact timeline. It was given to remind us that Jesus wins, and until He returns, we still have a mission right in front of us.Let us know in the comments what song you think Pastor Hal should "roll" in to next time!Last Weekend's Messagehttps://youtu.be/tn05i2wTpio?si=-3V_Gj6EnumUJ0xGIn This EpisodeHal MayerMelissa Vicinanza

Compromise rarely starts with a big decision. Most of the time, it begins with something small enough to excuse, ignore, or call “not a big deal.”
In this episode of The Pastors’ Hangover, Pastor Daryl breaks down the warnings to the churches in Pergamum and Thyatira and what they reveal about compromise in our own lives. From what we watch and scroll to isolation, community, and the things we slowly learn to tolerate, we talk about how small compromises can shape us over time without us even realizing it.
Plus, we unpack some of the harder questions in Revelation, including the hidden manna and the “deep things of Satan.” Because the things we call harmless today can quietly shape who we become tomorrow.
The Church in Pergamum & Thyatirahttp://youtube.com/watch?v=xd8JJ6xaomo&t=626s
The Church in Smyrnahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46__CmNPHoA&t=2156s
In This Episode:Daryl BlackMelissa Vicinanza

In this episode of the Pastors Hangover, Pastor Daryl Black breaks down the Church in Ephesus and one of the most sobering warnings in Revelation: you can do all the right church things and still miss Jesus.
We talk about what it means to lose your first love, why Jesus cares more about devotion than activity, and how easy it is to serve, worship, lead, and stay busy while slowly drifting from the One it was all supposed to be about.
We also dive into the meaning of the seven lampstands, what Jesus meant when He warned the church about losing its effectiveness, whether someone can forfeit salvation, and why Revelation is meant to shape the way we live right now, not just make us curious about the end times.
This conversation is a reminder that faith isn't about chasing a feeling. It's about staying intentional, staying close, and keeping Jesus at the center.
In this episode:
What it really means to lose your first love
Why doing church isn't the same as following Jesus
The warning to the Church in Ephesus
What the lampstands represent
Can you lose or forfeit your salvation?
Why devotion matters more than emotion
How to recognize spiritual drift
Why Revelation still matters for everyday faith
If your faith has started to feel routine, distant, or overly focused on activity, this episode is a call to remember, repent, and return.

Great leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about who you prepare to lead after you.In this episode, the team discusses what it looks like for different generations to run together, use their unique gifts, and pass the baton without abandoning the race. They unpack mentorship, succession, character development, and why young leaders should chase growth instead of titles or recognition.They also explore how Gen Z and the church should approach artificial intelligence. AI can improve efficiency and provide information, but it can never replace wisdom, spiritual discernment, meaningful work, or genuine human connection.Whether you are leading a church, building a business, mentoring someone younger, or preparing for your own next season, this conversation will challenge you to build leadership that lasts beyond you.