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Alliance Church

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Alliance Church is a Bible-based church in Wisconsin. What is this church all about? It's really simple - it's our vision is to connect the world with God and one another. We're ordinary people that get to be a part of the extraordinary work of connecting the world with Jesus. You matter to Him and because of that, you matter to us.

This podcast includes Sunday messages from our main location in Appleton, WI. Our primary teachers are Dr. Dennis Episcopo, Dr. Mark Harris, and Rev. Brian Episcopo.
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Appleton Sunday Service 09/24/2023

Alliance ChurchSep 25, 2023

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Appleton Sunday Service 09/24/2023

Appleton Sunday Service 09/24/2023

Dr. Mark Harris continues the Genesis series.

Sep 25, 202334:06
Genesis: What is the point of work?

Genesis: What is the point of work?

Work is a gift from God to enjoy His creation. Knowing how God intended work to be is essential to experiencing God and His blessing in our everyday labor.

Sep 18, 202338:09
Genesis: What Is The Meaning Of Creation?

Genesis: What Is The Meaning Of Creation?

What does God's creation tell us about Himself and our place in it?


Sep 11, 202336:28
Self or Slave

Self or Slave

There are two words in the New Testament that will make or break how you serve God: slave (doulos) and self (autos).

Sep 05, 202336:01
The Absent Are Safe With Me

The Absent Are Safe With Me

Have you ever been bitten by a vampire Christian? Like Dracula, they may look well respected and nice. However, when they open their mouths, death and destruction come forth. Gossip is the sin of vampire Christians - and it resides in all of us. In this study, we want to shed the light of God's word on the vampire Christians among us and in us. We want to drive the cross of Christ through the heart of the monster as we claim our homes and our church a vampire-free zone!


Aug 28, 202330:41
08/20/2023 Appleton Service

08/20/2023 Appleton Service

Pastor Brian Episcopo continues our series on Proverbs.

Aug 21, 202334:10
Overlook an Offense

Overlook an Offense

When somebody offends you, what do you do? Our default response is often to put up a defense (walls go up) and pull out an offense (canons come out). However, those with biblical wisdom can stop, assess, and respond by overlooking an offense in the midst of an emotional storm.

Aug 14, 202338:33
Appleton 08/07/2023

Appleton 08/07/2023

Pastor Brian Episcopo starts a new series on Proverbs.

Aug 07, 202333:22
Famous Falls: When The Congregation Falls

Famous Falls: When The Congregation Falls

How has your life been influenced by church congregations? Was it positive? Negative? A mix of both? The truth is that while some congregations help people love God, others are cited by people as a reason they’ve walked away from God. The words of Jesus are an important message to any congregation wanting to get this right.


Jul 24, 202340:33
Famous Falls: The Jews

Famous Falls: The Jews

God made promises to the Jewish people, and he still has plans for them. Pastor Dennis unpacks what one can learn from God's faithfulness to the Jewish people throughout the Bible and still today.

Jul 17, 202332:57
Famous Falls: Jonah, A Missionary Failure

Famous Falls: Jonah, A Missionary Failure

What "rights" are you holding on to that cause you to get angry? What might people say about your value system? Pastor Dennis unpacks the story of Jonah in the Bible, and what we can learn from his experience.

Jul 09, 202328:49
07022023 Appleton Service

07022023 Appleton Service

Pastor Brian Episcopo continues the Famous Falls series.

Jul 03, 202330:59
Famous Falls: What Do We Remember About Samson?

Famous Falls: What Do We Remember About Samson?

 Can God use someone that spends most of their life chasing their sinful passions? Pastor Brian Dainsberg unpacks Samson's life and decisions, including his pursuit of whatever made him happy and his final choice to spend his life to benefit others.


Jun 26, 202331:20
Famous Falls: How To Get To Heaven

Famous Falls: How To Get To Heaven

People asked Jesus all kinds of questions, but how does Jesus answer the question, "What must I do to inherit eternal life?"


Jun 19, 202334:32
Famous Falls | Appleton

Famous Falls | Appleton

Dr. Dennis Episcopo continues the Famous Falls series.

Jun 12, 202337:48
From Failure to Glory

From Failure to Glory

 Pastor Dennis unpacks verses in the Bible that show two different paths people can choose in life.

Jun 05, 202345:39
God's Rest > The Always-On Culture

God's Rest > The Always-On Culture

As a society, we're drained. We're always available, constantly connected, and unable to

May 31, 202335:39
What's Next: Did Jesus Leave?

What's Next: Did Jesus Leave?

TBD

May 22, 202331:46
May 14th Appleton Service

May 14th Appleton Service

TBD

May 14, 202332:14
May 7, 2023, Appleton Service

May 7, 2023, Appleton Service

TBD

May 07, 202333:52
153 Fish, Exactly

153 Fish, Exactly

Many think the Bible is full of 'fish stories,' but the account of this fishing trip begs to differ. John was there. He was in the boat. He saw it all happen. He even helped count the fish!


May 01, 202339:30
But, In Fact, Christ is Risen!

But, In Fact, Christ is Risen!

Paul reminds the Corinthians of three aspects of the Resurrection that cannot be forgotten. Embracing the Resurrection will not just change your future, it will change your today!

Apr 24, 202339:21
Stranger to Savior

Stranger to Savior

If Jesus came back to life, it changes everything. But how can we have confidence that actually happened? Two travelers on the first Easter help us answer that question.


Apr 16, 202337:51
What's Next: On The Road

What's Next: On The Road

We often miss the divine in our most ordinary moments. Pastor Brian unpacks why that is and how Jesus helps us overcome it.

Apr 16, 202332:29
Easter: Unveiled

Easter: Unveiled

To find the real Jesus, He has to find you. The Good News is: He's calling your name.


Apr 09, 202329:40
Palm Sunday: Why did Jesus kill the tree?

Palm Sunday: Why did Jesus kill the tree?

Religious activity and true religion look the same on the outside. One has no fruit, and one has a new root.


Apr 02, 202335:58
Every Person is Important

Every Person is Important

Pastor Olivier, President of the French Alliance, encourages us to persevere in faith and remember that everyone has a role to play in the church here and abroad.


Mar 19, 202336:50
The 5 Gauges: Intellectual Gauge

The 5 Gauges: Intellectual Gauge

Solomon lets us know that the most important thing we can do in this life is to guard our hearts because all of life stems from it. Our decisions determine our destiny, but our heart determines our decisions.

Mar 05, 202338:55
The 5 Gauges: Relational Gauge

The 5 Gauges: Relational Gauge

Relational fullness is measured in how much the RIGHT people really know about the REAL you RIGHT now.

Feb 26, 202337:41
The 5 Gauges: Emotional Gauge

The 5 Gauges: Emotional Gauge

Pastor Brian Episcopo continues our series on the 5 Gauges.

Feb 19, 202337:52
The 5 Gauges: Physical Gauge

The 5 Gauges: Physical Gauge

Rev. Brian Episcopo continues the series on the 5 gauges.

Feb 12, 202335:06
The 5 Gauges: Spiritual Gauge

The 5 Gauges: Spiritual Gauge

Pastor Brian wants to know how you're doing... really. As we jump into "The 5 Gauges", Pastor Brian explains how the spiritual gauge affects all other areas of our lives.

Feb 05, 202336:03
Biblical Forgiveness

Biblical Forgiveness

Pastor Dennis explains three steps we can take toward forgiving others.

Jan 29, 202334:24
How Much Is Enough?

How Much Is Enough?

Pastor Mark uses four examples of different kinds of faith to answer the question, "How much faith is enough?"

Jan 23, 202339:08
Walking Wisely

Walking Wisely

Pastor Brian shares how we can face a new season seeking to walk in wisdom.

Jan 15, 202336:56
01.08.23 Appleton Message

01.08.23 Appleton Message

Guest speaker Alan Hannah preaches at the Appleton location.

Jan 08, 202332:07
01.01.23 Appleton Message

01.01.23 Appleton Message

Dr. Mark Harris preaches at the Appleton location.

Jan 01, 202341:57
End of Year Review

End of Year Review

Rev. Brian Episcopo and Dr. Dennis Episcopo look back on what God did at Alliance in 2022. 

Dec 25, 202224:48
He Shall Be Called: Prince of Peace

He Shall Be Called: Prince of Peace

Christmas can spark a variety of feelings, memories, and hopes. Looking around the world, how can we understand the "peace on earth" that the Bible talks about? Pastor Brian explains what peace from Jesus is not, what fear has to do with it, and how we gain access to the peace that Jesus brings.

Dec 24, 202232:49
He Shall Be Called: Everlasting Father

He Shall Be Called: Everlasting Father

Why did Isaiah use the phrase "Everlasting Father"? And what would have gone through the minds of the Israelites when they heard it? "Father" does NOT refer to the Messiah's position in the trinity but in his relationship with his people. The Messiah will live as a dad - for forever!

Dec 18, 202237:31
Wonderful Counselor

Wonderful Counselor

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Dec 04, 202236:11
Lead Us Not Into Temptation

Lead Us Not Into Temptation

There are no wasted words in the Lord's prayer. Pastor Mark explains how "lead us not into temptation" is a prayer for spiritual safety to deliver us from the enemy of our faith.

Nov 20, 202231:27
Forgiven & Forgiving

Forgiven & Forgiving

Do you understand the difference between justice and revenge? Do you trust God to bring about justice in your life and around you? According to Jesus, there is a deep-seated correlation between forgiving and being forgiven. Are you ready to extend to others what has been given to you?

Nov 13, 202237:27
Our One-Day-At-A-Time Bread

Our One-Day-At-A-Time Bread

Rev. Brandon Hilstad continues our series on Prayer.

Nov 06, 202236:04
PRAYER: THY WILL BE DONE

PRAYER: THY WILL BE DONE

Guest speaker Bob Lenz continues our series on prayer.

Oct 30, 202231:27
Prayer: From Worry to Wonder

Prayer: From Worry to Wonder

When we approach God in prayer, Pastor Justin encourages us to move from praying from our worry to praying from a place of wonder about what God will do.

Oct 23, 202241:09
Prayer: Trace the Lines

Prayer: Trace the Lines

As we learn how to pray, Jesus shows us how to trace the lines in the Lord's prayer.

Oct 16, 202237:46
Your Reason is Your Reward

Your Reason is Your Reward

Pastor Brian starts our prayer series in the Lord's prayer.

Oct 09, 202229:58
Why We Break Bread Together

Why We Break Bread Together

Pastor Brian explains why we spend time sharing meals around a table with other believers.

Sep 25, 202228:38
Why We Study Together

Why We Study Together

Have you ever wondered why studying God's Word together plays such a huge role in the life of our church? We devote half of our weekly service to teaching the Bible, and throughout the week, we organize opportunities for people to study the Word in small groups. Why is this such a big deal? To be the Jesus-like church God wants us to be, we need his Word to keep us on track.

Sep 18, 202225:21