Transcript: It’s much easier to be forgiven than to ask for forgiveness. This week, we’ve looked at God’s traits and how they should impact the way we live. While God is holy, good, just and love, God is also merciful. One of the greatest marks of spiritual maturity is the ability to show mercy in response to personal offense by someone else. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. One of the most challenging traits is emulating the mercy of God. Psalm 116:5 says, “God is merciful,” but what does that mean? Mercy is defined as compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone else, often from one who is stronger to one who is weaker. We are called to be merciful to those around us. Jesus promised blessed are the merciful? Why? For they shall obtain mercy. You see, mercy is part of our DNA as followers of Christ. So, let’s help others see it through our actions. Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.
God Is Series: God Is Love
February 13, 2025
Transcript: This week I’ve focused on God as holy, good, and just. But God is also, love. In English, we use the word “love” for many things,-- I love this food or I love this person. But is that the same as “God is love”? The answer is clearly no. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. 1 John 4:8 says, “Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.” The Bible equates God and love. God is not only loving; He is the fullest expression of love. Jesus displayed true, perfect, agape love. He demonstrated this love by obeying His Father and coming to earth to die on the cross for you and me. When we deserved death, God gave us life. that it true God-love. The love we show to others should be a God-love. The standard is high. The impact is enormous. Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.
God Is Series: God Is Just
February 12, 2025
Transcript: God is Holy, Good and Just. Our culture speaks of social justice, but is it the same justice? Knowing the difference requires knowing who God is and how we should live because of who His is. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. The words of Deuteronomy 32:4 refer to the Lord as, “A God of faithfulness and without iniquity, just and upright is he.” When Scripture refers to God as just, it acknowledges Him as the perfect judge who alone defines right and wrong. That’s justice. True justice produces trust and confidence. With social justice, standards move, definitions change, distrust and doubt results. So if God is holy, Good and Just, shouldn’t we celebrate and imitate God’s definition and expectation for holiness, goodness and justice? If we’d obey God’s Word and use His definition of justice, what a difference it would make in our land today. Discover more encouraging resources at American Pastors Network dot net.
God Is Series: God Is Good
February 11, 2025
Transcript: Not only is God holy- He is good. Both are characteristics we should celebrate and imitate. But, how can we live according to God’s goodness in our lives? The answer is found in our attitude of worship. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. When King Solomon prayed to God in 2 Chronicles 6:41, he said “let your saints rejoice in your goodness.” When we understand God’s goodness in our lives, our response should be worship. This isn’t just about songs we sing during a church service, but a heart filled with gratitude for who God is and how He is working in our lives. In our busy lives, we often live in our own strength and forget it is the Lord who blesses and guides our efforts. Let’s take time today—and everyday—to worship God for His goodness and watch the way it changes not only our lives but those around us. Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.
God Is Series: God Is Holy
February 10, 2025
Transcript: The Bible declares that God is many things. The first is that God is holy. How important is God’s holiness to you? Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. In Leviticus 19:2, God said, “You shall be holy, for I the Lord your God am holy.” The word “holy” means to be set apart. God is unique and set apart from all creation. He is completely perfect and without sin. While we are imperfect and unable to match God’s standard of perfection, we are called to live set apart from the sinful ways of this world. The apostle Paul wrote in Romans 12, we are not to be conformed to the world, but transformed by the renewing of our minds. Our goal must not be to fit in with those around us. The one we are trying to reflect is God and His Holiness. Discover more leadership resources at American Pastors Network dot net.
Moral Principles of Marriage Series: It’s the Picture of Christ and the Church
February 7, 2025
Transcript: In anticipation of National marriage week, I’ve identified thus far 4 moral principles of marriage. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer Pres of the American Pastors Network, with another Stand in the Gap Minute. At APN we emphasize the authority of Scripture for deciding all issues including marriage and urge pastors and parents to defend and live out God’s model in their pulpits and in their homes. The 5th moral principle undergirding marriage is God’s declaration in Ephesians 5 that physical marriage between one man and one woman is holy and pictures the spiritual relationship between Christ and the Church. God’s plan of Redemption through Jesus Christ to the Church is the picture of true love and unity between God and man and why all efforts to redefine God’s design is a direct attack on God Himself, His Plan of Redemption, and Jesus Christ. Will you join us at Stand in the Gap Radio and TV in illustrating Christ’s love for the Church in our marriages and families and live out God’s design for marriage? Stand with us at American Pastors Network dot net.
Moral Principles of Marriage Series: It Must be Kept Holy
February 6, 2025
Transcript: Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with the American Pastors Network and another timely Stand in the Gap Minute This week, I’m sharing 5 principles of the moral argument for marriage. First, marriage is God’s idea. Second, it’s the hinge-pin of the family – the cornerstone of authority in society. Third, marriage is between only one man and one woman. The 4th principle is that to preserve the integrity of marriage and the family, it must be kept holy. No violation or variation of marriage or human sexuality other than within the bounds of marriage between one man and one woman is acceptable without bringing predictable consequences to individuals, communities and nations. Heterosexual infidelity, sex outside marriage, homosexuality, or marriage between multiple men or woman all violate God’s order. Will you join with us at Stand in the Gap Radio and TV and embrace, defend, and live out God’s plan for marriage of one man and one woman? Visit us at American Pastors Network dot net and stand with us.
Moral Principles of Marriage Series: It’s One Man - One Woman
February 5, 2025
Transcript: Today marks the midpoint of our emphasis on marriage. This week, I’m sharing 5 principles of the moral argument for marriage since strong marriages yield strong families and strong families yield strong nations. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer, with the American Pastors Network and another Stand in the Gap Minute. First, marriage is God’s idea. Second, biblical marriage is society’s foundational institution of authority. The third principle presumes one man and one woman -united and committed - as one flesh – before God. No other combination works in God’s plan. Therefore, no government possesses the authority to legally alter or redefine marriage or family. It has no more moral or jurisdictional authority to redefine marriage than to declare invalid Natural Law, or declare moral such immoral actions as theft, murder or rape. Will you join with us at Stand in the Gap Radio and TV and embrace, defend, and live out God’s plan for marriage of one man and one woman? Visit us at American Pastors Network dot net.
Moral Principles of Marriage Series: It’s God’s Foundation for Society
February 4, 2025
Transcript: Making the case for marriage is easy – if we fear God. In anticipation of national marriage week, I’m identifying 5 principles from the moral argument since that underpins all others. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with the American Pastors Network and another Stand in the Gap Minute. Not only is marriage God’s idea, His Plan establishes biblical marriage as foundational for strong families – the cornerstone of authority in human society. God’s foundation for societal order is upheld first by the pillar of Family authority, then Civil, then Church authority – all nurtured by God’s purpose and limitation for each. No nation can be blessed of God without strong families. No family can be strong without strong marriages. No marriage can be strong without following God’s Plan for marriage. Pastor, parent, young person, will you join with us at Stand in the Gap Radio and TV and embrace, defend, and live out God’s plan for marriage in the pulpit and in the home? Visit us at American Pastors Network dot net and stand with us.
Moral Principles of Marriage Series: It’s God’s Model
February 3, 2025
Transcript: Every February 7-14 recognizes National Marriage week. Defending marriage between one man and one woman’s easy. Whether examined historically, physiologically, emotionally, economically or morally -biblical marriage is best. But the moral argument’s strongest since it precedes and underpins the others. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with the American Pastors network and a timely Stand in the Gap Minute. This week, I’ll share 5 principles of marriage we must understand and live out. The first principle is that marriage is God’s idea. God’s plan is best because God alone is Truth, Creator and Judge. Our opinion doesn’t really matter. We have no vote but we do have a choice. As the Source of all Authority, God’s plan for male and female, marriage, human sexuality, children and family prevails. Only He has the right to legitimately define it and to demand that we observe it. Will you join with us at Stand in the Gap Radio and TV and embrace, defend and live out God’s Plan for marriage? Visit us at American Pastors Network dot net.
Living by Faith Series: The Hall of Fame of Faith
January 31, 2025
Transcript: Hebrews 11 describes many heroes in the Bible's faith hall of fame. What did these men and women do that we can learn from in our own lives? Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. This week, we've discussed what Scripture teaches about living by faith. Faith is more than feelings, but a conviction based on the facts God has revealed in His Word. In Hebrews 11, we find many examples of people who trusted in God during difficult times, often risking their lives in the process. God's desire for us is the same. Are we willing to place our lives in God's hands even in the most difficult moments of life? When we do, we follow the pattern of those the Lord commended in the past, providing modern examples of a faithful believer for others. God is calling you to live by faith today. Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.
Living by Faith Series: That Which Is Not Faith Is Sin
January 30, 2025
Transcript: In Romans 13:23, Paul wrote that everything that does not come from faith is sin. What do these words mean for us today? Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. In Paul's situation, he wrote that those who had doubts about eating certain foods sinned when they did not act in faith. Why? Because they based their decisions on their own feelings rather than God's truth and the conviction of the Holy Spirit. Still today, many follow the faulty advice of doing what feels right rather than seeking God's will. When we lack wisdom, we are called to turn to the Lord in prayer rather than choosing our own way. It is when we place our faith in His ways that we avoid sin and truly live in a way that pleases Him. In addition, Scripture encourages us to consider how our actions impact those around us. Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.
Living by Faith Series: What Does Faith Accomplish?
January 29, 2025
Transcript: What does faith accomplish? While many emphasize the achievements of athletes, celebrities, or world leaders, God look at the heart. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. The Lord told the prophet Samuel that one of Jesse's sons would become the next king of Israel. When Samuel visited Jesse, he assumed the oldest son would be king. Yet God said, "The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." Still today, God looks beyond our external appearance and knows our thoughts and desires. Only when our hearts long for the Lord and His ways does our faith accomplish God's will. David would go on to defeat a giant and serve as a man after God's own heart. How will your faith lead you to live for God today? Discover more encouraging resources at American Pastors Network dot net.
Living by Faith Series: What Does Faith Look Like?
January 28, 2025
Transcript: What does faith look like? According to Scripture, our faith is more than our thoughts. Faith extends from beliefs to actions that honor the Lord and show His love. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. As believers, we desire to live by faith and to be faithful to the Lord, but how does this look? In Hebrews 11, we find several examples of faithful followers. They revealed their faith through their beliefs and their actions. Abel brought a better offering than Cain. Noah lived in obedience through building an ark. What about you? What would faith look like in your life? If we are to be commended by the Lοrd, our lives must include both convictions and actions that honor God. This includes meditating on Scripture and applying it, starting with the next person we meet. Ultimately, faith looks like the attitudes and actions of Jesus. Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.
Living by Faith Series: What Is Faith?
January 27, 2025
Transcript: What is faith? Many believe faith is an invisible belief difficult to define, yet God's Word offers a clear explanation. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. In Hebrews 11:1, we discover, "Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." Biblical faith includes assurance. Faith is not in the category of uncertainty, but serves as a certainty regarding spiritual realities. In addition, faith is expressed as a conviction. Our beliefs are values, not aspirations. We trust in God and His ways because of His promises and presence. It has been said faith in God is like our belief in the wind. We cannot see the wind, but we feel its power and presence. Yet with God, we also have the person of Jesus Christ who has walked among us. Let's not waver in our faith; let's live it out today. Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.