Noteworthy with Nathan French

Nathan+Rachel sit down to have a conversation about hair and tell the story behind the song "When Glory Washes Glory". Should women cut their hair? Tune in to find out. 

Rev. O.C. Marler is a highly sought after author, speaker, preacher, and teacher who is known for his powerfully engaging communication style. He is considered to be a LEGEND in the Pentecostal movement. 

Nathan talks about setting Kingdom-Minded goals to reach your full capacity.

Nathan calls some friends (Frankie Taylor, James Barlar, and Justin Camlic) to talk about understanding the gift of the Holy Ghost and speaking in tongues. 

A Metaperception is how a person views other peoples views of them. Do you have a healthy relationship with YOU? How do you view yourself?  "Your ideas about what others think of you hinge on your self-concept --your own beliefs about who you are." 

"You just remember what your old pal said, You've got a friend in me."  In episode 90, Nathan talks about the importance of being a good friend, Jesus being the ultimate example. 

Happy Valentine's Day everyone! What is the singular most important relationship in your life? This relationship is the river that pours into the ocean of your life. Tune in to hear the rest of the story. 

Nathan calls his friend Adam Shaw to talk about his call to the ministry, The Restorationist Podcast, and NAYC21.  Be sure to go follow Adam's podcast by clicking the link below: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-restorationist/id1448406629

Nathan talks about getting Covid-19 and the strength that can only be found in weakness. 

Sometimes the oldest paths lead us to the newest victories. 

Nathan calls his friend Mark Crowder to talk about his upcoming LIVE RECORDING and the behind-the-scenes of his ministry. 

Christmas is supposed to be peaceful...right? Well, for some, it's the most stressful time of the year. In this episode Nathan + Rachel talk about some safeguards you can place in your life to protect your peace during the holidays. 

Anthony Trimble is a sought after songwriter, worship leader, and preacher of the gospel. Anthony currently serves as Assistant Pastor at Winds of Pentecost in St. Charles, Missouri. 

Violence sells. The Zombie Culture is a very real thing. How should the church respond? Tune in to find out.  Blog Reference: https://ryanafrench.com/?s=walking+dead

You can't fight spiritual battles with carnal weapons. Tune in as Nathan shares THREE Truths that every believer should take with them onto the battlefield. 

Who's Luna? Luna is you and me. Tune in to find out why.  Song Suggestion Link from Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFRw5Y_LTlM

Nathan calls his life-long friend to talk about life, ministry, books, and what it means to be Apostolic. Jarred Turner currently serves as Youth Pastor at Cornerstone Apostolic Church in White Hall, Arkansas. He also serves as Section 2 Youth Director for the District. 

What happens when Judah loses his name? Tune in to find out.  Gen. 49:9 - ...And as a lion, who shall rouse him?

Gileadites and Ephriamites had one big division, their accents. Who knew 42,000 people would die that day because of a mispronunciation? 

Nathan calls his friend, Myron Wideman Jr. to talk about serving, preaching, and the three-legged foundation of the Apostolic movement. 

Over 1 Billion People see life through instagram squares. How do you view yourself? Do you compare your life to others? Tune in to hear what the Bible has to say about Comparison. 

Why don't preachers talk about hell anymore? Is it a real place? What is the TERROR of the Lord? Tune in to find out. 

Jesus changes everything. He's the one who turned the world upside down. Tune in to hear about the paradigm and paradox of the cross. 

Could it be that God wants to use the storm that you're going through? Tune in to see why. 

Nine time out of ten, an expecting mother will choose LIFE if they hear the heartbeat. Are you waiting on a miracle you haven't seen yet? Listen to the heartbeat.

A Facebook Live Panel Hosted by the Eastern Middle East Youth Congress in 2020. #EMEYC20

When Samuel told Jesse to go get David he instructed everyone to remain standing until they returned. Why? Tune in to find out. 

All my life I've heard not to give God your leftovers...but Jesus tends to work with what we have. When things are stripped away from us, there is still hope for Jesus to restore us using only what we have left.  Job 14:7 - For there is hope of a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. 

Nathan sits down with his friend Frankie Taylor to talk about the church and racism. 

Who knew? Ants, Rock Badgers, Locusts & Spiders all teach us a LITTLE something about BIG wisdom. Proverbs 30:24 - There be four things which are little upon the earth, but they are exceeding wise:

The shadow proves the SONshine.  Act 5:15 - Insomuch that they brought forth the sick into the streets, and laid them on beds and couches, that at the least the SHADOW of Peter passing by might overshadow some of them.

Over the years, Kyle Guisande has taught me so much about musicianship and the art of songwriting. He has an incredible testimony. Tune in to hear the rest of the story.  Download/Stream Kyle's new single "Wolves" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/wolves-single/1507588155 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/7BdVnuZtdtFHpXeNrMcS6r Instagram: @kyleguisande

Was "speaking in tongues" only intended for the church in Acts? When writing to the church in Corinth,  Paul said, "whether there be tongues, they shall cease;" What was Paul referring to? Tune in to find out. 

Nathan reads and elaborates on an article written by Rachel French concerning what Christians should be doing during the COVID-19 crisis. For the Perfecting | A New Kind of Normal: http://www.nathanandrachel.org/post/a-new-kind-of-normal

Judah cried every time we made chocolate milk. Little did I know it had everything to do with TIME. 

Nathan sits down with Rev. Matthew Tuttle to talk about how "You Can't Measure A Miracle" and the power of daily devotion. 

Due to COVID-19, I teamed up with my friend Frankie Taylor to host a ZOOM Online Bible Study. Our hope is that this resource will bless you and your students during this difficult and unusual time! 

Nathan walks through Old Testament Prophecies that were fulfilled in the New Testament. More than 300 messianic prophecies like this were made in the Old Testament and were fulfilled through Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. 

Nathan and Landon sit down with a couple of microphones to talk about challenges in ministry, the call of God, and the power of submission. 

A healthy heart can do amazing things. Conversely, if our heart malfunctions, our whole body shuts down. The same could be said of our "spiritual heart".  Proverbs 4:23 - Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.  Music Rights: New Start by LiQWYD https://soundcloud.com/liqwyd Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/new-start-liqwyd Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/hTdiMmLr-0Q

Nathan and DJ talk about preaching, embarrassing ministry moments, and powerful worship experiences. If you missed part one of the interview, be sure to go back and listen. 

Nathan sits down with his friend and fellow Youth Committee member, DJ Hill. DJ currently serves as the Georgia District Director of Promotions and Pastor of Evangelism at Atlanta West Pentecostal Church. 

Nathan talks about the three "Legacy Rocks" that build Godly legacies.  1. Legacy of PRAYER 2. Legacy of PEOPLE 3. Legacy of PURPOSE

Nathan sits down with life-long friend and Veteran, Josh Michael to talk about what it was like being wounded in active combat. Josh was featured in "Portraits of Courage: Paintings of Military Heroes by President Bush".

Nathan sits down with his friend Justin Camlic to talk about sermon prep, challenges in Youth Ministry and the importance of Spiritual hunger. 

Nathan sits down with recording artist, James Wilson to talk about his hit song  "Wait on the Lord" and the power of Apostolic Music. 

Happy New Fear! In this episode Nathan talks about three ways that satan will manifest himself to cultivate the spirit of fear. All of these manifestations can be overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the Word of your testimony. Tune in to hear how. 

Saint Nicholas was a real person, but he would have never compared himself to Jesus Christ. Christmas would be a major let-down if Jesus were like Santa Claus. Also, Nathan+Rachel sit down to talk about Christmas traditions and the joy of giving. 

Nathan sits down with his life-long friend Devin Cunningham to talk about music, life, and the importance of relying on God.  Devin Cunningham's Christmas Project: https://music.apple.com/us/album/a-story-that-never-grows-old/1063377950

Nathan sits down with Mark Brown to talk about South Dakota, The Jesus Church, Prayer, and North American Youth Congress. 

Herod is dead, but Jesus is still alive! Nathan sits down to talk about why the devil tends to attack people in their infancy.  Podcast Episode Sponsor: "This Is Where It Starts" with Brittani Scott.  "This Is Where It Starts" Podcast Link: https://thisiswhereitstarts.libsyn.com/

Nathan sits down to talk about being INTENTIONAL when reaching the lost. This episode covers nine habits of highly effective soul-winners. 

Nathan sits down with Pastor Raymond Woodward to talk about the importance of teaching/preaching and the necessity of a "First Generation" experience with God. 

Should Christians celebrate Halloween? Nathan takes a look at Halloween's history and origins to try and find an answer. 

There's a "Gold Couch" located in a Fayetteville cafe that means a lot to Nathan+Rachel. Tune in to find out why!

Nathan sits down to talk about being willing to experience discomfort for your calling and the favor of the Lord that is only found in uncomfortable situations. Buckle up...things are about to get UNCOMFORTABLE. 

Nathan and Draylin sit down over coffee to talk about songwriting, recording, and the importance of leading people in worship. 

Nathan and Frankie sit down over coffee to talk about UPCI Youth Day at General Conference, recording professionally, and the importance of humility when given a platform. 

Join Nathan as he takes a walk through the world-famous Chattanooga Aquarium drawing Biblical parallels to creation.  Job 12:8 - ...let the fish in the sea inform you.

Nathan sits down with Talmadge French to talk about his academic career, his conversion from Trinitarianism to Oneness Pentecostalism, and the journey that led to books like "Our God Is One" and "Early Interracial Oneness Pentecostalism".  eBook Link to Early Interracial Oneness Pentecostalism:https://books.apple.com/us/book/early-interracial-oneness-pentecostalism/id1453266842?ign-gact=1

Nathan and David sit down to talk about ministry, feeling unworthy, and how Apostolic Music is on the rise.

Nathan and Joe Campetella sit down to talk about preaching, friendship, angels, and the importance of prayer. 

Sit down at the coffee table with Nathan and Matthew as they talk about songwriting, student ministry, and the importance of AYC missions. 

Sit down with Nathan and Victor Jackson as they talk about preaching, the call of God, and preparing the messenger.  "I prepare the messenger more than I prepare the message." - Victor Jackson Victor's Book Series:https://www.amazon.com/Call-Greatness-Victor-M-Jackson/dp/109585948X/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Victor+Jackson+Book&qid=1566057096&s=gateway&sr=8-2 NAYC17 Message: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeXUfAmL_hA&t=2201s

Pull up a chair to the coffee table as Nathan sits down with Frankie Taylor to talk about songwriting, worship, miracles, and their involvement in NAYC19. Keep an eye out for Franky's new music coming your way...soon! 

Nathan talks about the one word than can single-handedly kill a revival and has no place in the church. At the end of the episode, stay and help us lift up specific prayer for North American Youth Congress.  NAYC Website: https://northamericanyouthcongress.com/

Nathan shares a sermon excerpt from a message entitled "May the Fourth Be With You" preached at Apostolic Tabernacle in Jonesboro, GA.  Three things Nebuchadnezzar got wrong: 1. He called them out of the fire by their Babylonian names. 2. He called God an Angel 3. He used friendly fire Daniel 3:25 - ...and the form of the FOURTH is like the Son of God. 

Nathan and Justin sit down at the coffee table to talk about the NAYC Talent Search, recording professionally, leading worship, and serving in Youth Ministry. Justin is a featured artist on the Thursday night of North American Youth Congress. Be sure to look for Justin's new single "Vessel for the King" available everywhere digital music is sold on August 2nd, 2019. 

Moriah was so proud of her kite. After all, she had made it with her own two hands. On one breezy summer day the kite line snapped. She thought she had lost it, until one day when walking home from school, something caught her eye. 

Nathan interviews the UPCI Youth Ministries CMI Director to talk about CMI Awakening, the call of God, sermon prep, and NAYC. Tune in to hear the rest of the story.  UPCI Youth Ministries Website: https://upciyouth.com/team/kaleb-saucer Campus Ministry International Website: https://campusministryonline.com/ North American Youth Congress: https://northamericanyouthcongress.com/

Nathan+Rachel sit down at the coffee table  with Corletha Varian. Corletha is a Mother of FOUR boys, and has her Masters Degree in Education. She was born in England, raised in New York, and now resides in Georgia. Tune in to hear the rest of the story. 

Nathan, Jonathan, and Marte sit down at the coffee table to talk about the real life side of being a dad. Jonathan is the founder of French Thread, Jon Austin Clothing, JVR Supply, and works on the music team at Apostolic Tabernacle. Marte is a prominent realtor in the Atlanta area. Have a seat at the round table as we dive into this Father's Day Edition of the Noteworthy Podcast.  French Thread Website: https://frenchthread.net/ Marte's Realtor Website: https://www.martetherealtor.com/

Our friends at The Kingdom Minded Exchange podcast submitted 10 questions for Nathan+Rachel Music. They so kindly agreed to let us share this interview with you lovely listeners on the Noteworthy Podcast. Be sure to go follow Kingdom Minded Exchange to follow this great Artist Series put together by Tate Winters.  Kingdom Minded Exchange Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kingdom-minded-exchange/id1453203373 Kingdom Minded Exchange Website: https://tatewinters.wixsite.com/kingdommexchange?fbclid=IwAR1IQJiDE3PBc_ujVmsGMNd5WAOYeEqlycxMFHqD3TzTt9IvTIoaIZ7wdrE

Nathan and LJ sit down to talk about books, ministry, and preaching.  Rev. LJ Harry is the host of the Simplify Podcast. Be sure to go subscribe to his podcast for weekly episodes!  SIMPLIFY PODCAST by LJ Harry: http://simplify.podbean.com

I've been hijacked! Rachel has completely taken over this episode. 

Nathan and James sit down to talk about pizza, student ministry, and the importance of HYPHEN ministries. James Barlar is the newly appointed Hyphen Director for the state of Georgia. To Learn more about what it means to be a Hyphen, click the link below. Georgia Hyphen Website: https://www.georgiayouth.org/hyphen UPCI Youth Ministries Website: https://upciyouth.com/ministries/hyphen Pre-register for GA Hyphen Retreat Here: https://www.georgiayouth.org/events

Nathan shares the miracle of how God blessed him and Rachel with their first home. 

Noah built the ark. God closed the door. If you'll take care of the work, God will take care of the doors. Ep. 18 covers eight ways people hurt their ministry because they won't wait on God's timing.  Proverbs 18:16 - A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men. 

If God isn't losing sleep over the storm, then neither should you. Jesus will meet you in the middle of the waves.  1. Storms of Correction 2. Storms of Protection 3. Storms of Provision

Have you ever had the Lord speak instruction to you, but you struggled with His Instruction? This episode almost didn't happen because the topic could be deemed too controversial. Join the roundtable as we ask/answer the following questions. 1. Is Genesis True? 2. Is Evolution True? 3. How Old is the Earth? 4. Our Apes our ancestors? 5. How in the world did we get here? I believe we can find the answers in the book of Genesis. Genesis 1:1 - In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.

"A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots" In 2018 we lost a giant of the faith, Bishop B.S. Cole. In Episode 15 we sit down with a legend of prayer and dedication, Sis. Rachel Cole. Sis. Cole dives into Georgia District history and shares the precious story of how she met her forever love, B.S. Cole.

The Queen's Guard is serious about his job, because what he's guarding is precious. That's exactly how you should feel about your reputation and good name. Nathan sits down with Aim Youth to discuss the importance of a good name and value of a Godly reputation.  1. Financial 2. Dating 3. Ministry "If I take care of my character, my reputation will take care of me." -Dwight L. Moody

Four points to consider when dealing with doubt.  1. Doubt is often the birth place of deepened faith. 2. Doubt is not unbelief. 3. Doubt helps you doubt your doubts 4. Doubt can be overcome.

Nathan sits down with a cup of delicious coffee to talk about the symbolism of shoes is Scripture and the importance of putting on the "Shoes of Peace".  Ephesians 6:15 - and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.

How do you write a song when staring at a blank canvas? In Episode 11 Nathan shares some songwriting suggestions and shares stories behind the songs like "Great and Mighty" and "My Dance". Guest Artist Spotlight features: James Wilson James Wilson Website: http://www.jameselliswilson.com/

Ministry can be a lot like tennis. Your success is often found in your ability to serve. In episode 10 Nathan and Michael talk about serving in Youth Ministry together and the power of serving others.

Nathan approaches the origin of music from a Biblical and historical perspective.

Nathan and Joe sit down for coffee and noteworthy conversation at Vanquish Studios to talk about life, music, friendship, NAYC, recording artist, the anointing, and the business side of running a professional recording studio.  Vanquish Studios Website: http://www.vanquishstudios.com/

Zach Davie is the CMI (Campus Ministry International) Director for the State of Georgia and currently serves as Social Media Director for the CMI National Team. CMI is a world-changing ministry that serves under the umbrella of the UPCI (United Pentecostal Church International). For more info about this ministry visit the websites below. CMI website: http://www.campusnow.org/home UPCI Youth Ministries website: https://upciyouth.com/ UPCI website: https://www.upci.org/home-main

Brittani Scott's music is being used all over the UPCI movement. (United Pentecostal Church International) Hits like Fight For Us are frequently used at church gatherings and conferences all over the country. In Episode SIX of NOTEWORTHY, Brittani stops by our house to talk about her upcoming EP, Seattle, and the importance of Apostolic Songwriting. Brittani's Website: https://brittaniscott.com/

"Would you rather be chased by a horse-sized duck or a hundred duck-size horses?" These is just the beginning of the deep things we ponder with Benji Shepherd, a well known radio host for THE JOY FM studios. Benji has an incredible spirit and a really cool job. I think you'll enjoy hearing about it on EPISODE FIVE of the NOTEWORTHY podcast.

Nathan and Rachel talk about their favorite Christmas traditions, music, and the reason for the season. Guest Artist Spotlight features Devin Cunningham.

In episode three, Nathan talks about the Lauren Daigle controversy, taking a stand, and deciding who you are as an artist.

Nathan and Ryan sit down with Mark Lee of Third Day to talk about his 27 year music career, new 5 song EP, and Book entitled Hurt Road.

Nathan talks about being an Apostolic recording artist and things to consider when prepping for the studio.