The Rod Parsley Podcast

What do you do when your faith feels fragile, your questions feel overwhelming, or your relationship with God feels distant?  In this honest and deeply personal episode, Pastor Rod Parsley and Ashton Blaire take on the topic of deconstruction, discussing how exploring your faith can either lead to deeper truth or dangerous compromise.  Our hosts unpack the difference between unhealthy deconstruction and life-giving reconstruction, including guidelines for seeking out your own salvation with humility, biblical truth, and the convicting power of the Holy Spirit.  If you’ve ever struggled with doubt, wrestled with the Word, or wondered how to rebuild your faith after a difficult season, this episode reminds us that strong foundations are built, not abandoned.  Remember to subscribe and turn on your notifications! New episodes premiere every Tuesday at 8 AM ET.

In this fun and funny holiday edition of The Rod Parsley Podcast, Pastor Rod and Ashton Blaire run through a quick list of rapid-fire-season-centered questions.    They discuss controversial Christmas opinions, favorite holiday movies and traditions, share some laughs, and even give us the legendary Parsley Punch recipe.    Our hosts also take a moment to shift the focus back to what really matters during this special time of year. Stay to the end of the episode for a simple challenge to “remember those for whom nothing is provided”.    If you’re in the holiday spirit or need a little help getting there, this lighthearted Q&A is sure to put a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.    New original episodes of The Rod Parsley Podcast drop every Tuesday at 8 AM ET. 

Bible sales are at an all-time high, but biblical literacy is at an all-time low. In this episode, Pastor Rod Parsley and Ashton Blaire unpack what it truly means to “study to show yourself approved”.  They discuss cultivating a love for the Word in your everyday life, the importance of spiritual hunger - where you’re not only ingesting the Word, but digesting it - and the dangers of scripture study becoming oppressive (and how to combat it).  Our hosts also share practical tips and tools for Bible study, simple ways to engage children in Bible reading, and what to do when you don’t know where to begin with your Bible altogether.  If you’re ready to ignite or reignite a passion in your heart for God’s Word, this episode is for you.  New original episodes of The Rod Parsley Podcast drop every Tuesday at 8 AM ET.

Thanksgiving isn’t just a date on the calendar or a perfectly staged family photo — it’s a heart posture.  In this episode, Pastor Rod Parsley and Ashton Blaire talk about what it means to have an attitude of gratitude in your everyday life. They unpack the difference between an emotion and a spirit, and discuss why choosing gratitude is one of the most powerful decisions a believer can make. If this time of year feels heavy, this conversation is for you. Our hosts share candidly about empty seats at the Thanksgiving table, emotional triggers, and how to stop allowing negative feelings to dictate your day. No matter what you’re walking through, there is hope during this holiday season in Jesus.  New original episodes of The Rod Parsley Podcast drop every Tuesday at 8 AM ET.

In this light-hearted “get to know you” episode of The Rod Parsley Podcast, Pastor Rod and Ashton Blaire sit down for a totally random question-and-answer session, served up by none other than ChatGPT.  From childhood ice-skating fails to Old Westerns to the legendary Rod Sings cassette — buckle up for a fun ride!  But in between all the laughter and memories, the conversation dives deep.  Our hosts share how they first came to know Jesus, why Paul and Moses still feel so relatable, what it really means to suffer for Christ without quitting, and why sacred church traditions still carry such power.  If you’re feeling tired, tempted to give up, or just need a fresh breath of joy and faith (with a little bit of silliness), this episode will remind you to “just keep swimming." New original episodes of The Rod Parsley Podcast drop every Tuesday at 8 AM ET.