In this powerful episode of the Patriot Pastor's Podcast, cohost Harold Smith takes the pulpit to deliver a stirring sermon based on 2 Samuel 13. Pastor Harold dives into the biblical narrative, drawing parallels between the events of ancient Israel and the modern-day discussion on our cherished 2nd Amendment rights. With a focus on the dangers of …

Join co-host Wade Lentz as he preaches on the parable of the vineyard from Mark 12:1-12. This episode explores Jesus' narrative, revealing deep insights into God's relationship with humanity and His persistent grace. Wade unpacks the themes of divine provision, human rebellion, and the ultimate sacrifice of God's Son. This sermon challenges listene…

In this episode of the Patriot Pastors Podcast, hosts Harold Smith and Wade Lentz engage in a thought-provoking discussion on controversial topics like transgenderism and freedom of speech. They address the recent backlash following a church sign message and firmly believe that truth should not be compromised to fit societal trends. This episode al…

In this enlightening episode of the Patriot Pastors Podcast, host Harold Smith and guest Wade Lentz delve deep into one of the most controversial discussions of our time: the enforcement of the death penalty. This conversation centers around capital punishment’s moral considerations and societal impacts, presenting a thorough analysis from a distin…

Thanks for listening to The Patriot Pastor's Podcast! In today's episode, podcast co-host Wade Lentz preaches a sermon on the timeless truths found in Mark 10:17-22. Wade Lentz is the pastor of Beryl Baptist Church in Vilonia, Arkansas, where he has served for over ten years. In this passage, Jesus challenges the young rich ruler to confront the id…

In this eye-opening episode of the Patriot Pastors Podcast, hosts Wade Lentz and Harold Smith underscore America's current moral breakdown through the lens of the Book of Romans, Chapter 1. The hosts insightfully draw parallels between the depraved state of U.S. morals and the religious decline outlined in this significant scripture. They examine s…

**Sermon spotlight from Harold Smith** In this episode, Pastor Harold dives deeper into the Lord's Prayer sermon series that he preached at First Baptist Church of Roland, Oklahoma, where he is pastor. Tune in to the Patriot Pastor's Podcast and listen to this powerful message on "The Lord's Prayer: Repentance."…

In this special episode, pastors Wade Lentz and Harold Smith speak about "Three Things to Consider in 2024," we delve into pivotal insights shaping our perspective for the year ahead. Firstly, "Concern for our Country": We navigate through the current landscape, addressing challenges and opportunities that lie before our nation. As patriotic citize…

🎙️ Sermon Highlight: "In the Fullness of Time" by Wade Lentz Join us on the Patriot Pastor's Podcast as Wade Lentz delivers a powerful message inspired by Galatians 4:4-5. In this enlightening sermon, Wade unpacks the significance of this divine timing, illustrating how it fulfilled ancient prophecies and brought forth redemption for sinful humanit…

This week's Patriot Pastor's Podcast episode features a disturbing documentary recently released called "Let Us Prey." Pastor Harold Smith takes us on an eye-opening journey exploring the systemic issues and the concealed stories that rocked the Independent Fundamental Baptists. Harold speaks about the silence and the failure of church leadership t…

In this episode, Pastor Harold delves deep into the profound essence of the Lord's Prayer, uncovering its transformative power within the context of building and nurturing our relationship with the God our Father. Pastor Harold illuminates the intricacies of prayer as a cornerstone of our connection with God, guiding us through the spiritual journe…

Title: "From Heart Aflame to Hearts Adrift: Navigating Spiritual Transitions Across Generations" Description: Join pastors Wade Lentz and Harold Smith on a thought-provoking journey through the ebbs and flows of spiritual fervor across generations. In this episode of "The Patriot Pastor's Podcast," they delve into the fascinating contrast between t…

Pastor Wade Lentz @ Beryl Baptist Church Title: Hope in a Hopeless World Text: Habakkuk 1:1-4 I. A Perplexing Problem II. A Proper Perspective III. A Profound PraiseBy Wade Lentz

There is so much going on in the world that is discouraging, so pastors Harold Smith and Wade Lentz just wanted to share a brief word of encouragement from God's Word. We trust the Lord will use this episode to help you today.By Wade Lentz

In this 75th episode of the Patriot Pastor's Podcast, Pastor Harold Smith takes us on his journey as to why he has decided to walk away and unplug himself from all social media platforms. He is not advocating that everyone should leave; however, his reasons for doing so should cause us to ask ourselves why we are on social media platforms and why i…

In this episode, Harold Smith and Wade Lentz speak on a wide range of topics that are taking place in the world today. Starting with Hank Williams Jr.'s recent marriage, Tucker Carlson's feud with Gov. Abbot of Texas, the new impeachment inquiry against Pres. Biden, and finally, the ongoing politics and bureaucracy within the SBC.…

The singer, who has the hottest song in the nation right now, is not some Nashville superstar or pop sensation. The singer who has the most popular music on all platforms is a young man from the hills of Virginia named Oliver Anthony. His music has received tens of millions of downloads in just the past two to three weeks! His most popular song, "R…

Most Americans know of the famous speech in which Patrick Henry stated, "Give me liberty or give me death," but sadly, that is all most Americans know about this great patriot. Please take a few minutes and discover the extraordinary life of one of our Founding Fathers, Patrick Henry!By Wade Lentz

Here is a podcast episode from two years ago that you probably have not listened to but need to listen to. It is an episode in which pastors Wade Lentz and Harold Smith answer the question, should pastors discuss political issues behind the pulpit? Some would say, "No!" Others would say, "Absolutely!" While many others are just not sure how to answ…

There is no hotter topic than the subject pastors Wade Lentz and Harold Smith tackle and discuss in their latest episode. That subject is "Why Women Can't Preach." In this episode, they lay out a few reasons why they believe that women should not hold the office of pastor or teach men in the church. We trust this episode will give clarity to this v…

In this special edition of the Patriot Pastor's Podcast, we recap the events of #SBC23 in New Orleans. We talk about many of the low and some of the high moments that are commendable. We discuss: 1) The outcome of the SBC Presidential race between Mike Stone and the incumbent Bart Barber. 2) The president of Lifeway, Ben Mandrell, whose mind is set…

In this episode, Wade Lentz and Harold Smith discuss and review the new documentary "Shiny Happy People" on Amazon Prime. A documentary that exposes Bill Gothard and the fundamental Christian movement he founded in the 1960s. This documentary reveals several theological inconsistencies that Bill Gothard taught as truth. As well as many ethical and …

This episode explains why the Pilgrims did not use the King James Version of the Bible and preferred to use their trusted Geneva Bible instead. We also discuss the fallacy of KJV Onlyism. As well as the reliability of the Textus Receptus manuscripts.By Wade Lentz

After taking a two-month sabbatical, pastors Harold Smith and Wade Lentz get behind their mics again to discuss the ongoing and evermore heated debate over Christian Nationalism. We also discuss matters within the SBC with their upcoming national convention in New Orleans. Rick Warren is expected to ask the messengers present to vote to welcome Sad…

Many of our listeners no doubt have seen and heard of the Christian Nationalism movement that has become a major talking point in evangelical circles lately. In this episode, Wade Lentz and Harold Smith define Christian Nationalism using Stephen Wolfe's definition in his recently published book, "The Case For Christian Nationalism." We discuss the …

Today's episode deals with the ever-sweeping away and erosion by the secularists to rid our nation of Christian values and beliefs from public life. When this is accomplished, utter chaos ensues. We mention a couple of examples, 1) Public Schools and 2) Our nation's crime-filled cities. Are these things better? No! Harold Smith and Wade Lentz also,…

Our nation has passed over 30,000 laws since 1789, and we are adding somewhere 1,000 new laws each year! Many of these laws infringe upon our liberties and freedoms. Sadly, our nation is becoming what our Founding Fathers freed us from, tyranny. Harold Smith and Wade Lentz discuss the repercussions when a government tries to make everything their b…

Harold Smith and Wade Lentz discuss a topic that is undoubtedly the most well-known topic we will ever discuss. The subject is social media. What are the good aspects of it, the bad, and even the ugly parts of social media? Should Christians use social media? If so, how should we use social media? Can social media be addictive? Please take the time…

Harold and Wade were excited to record this particular episode of the Patriot Pastor's Podcast as it is an episode that recounts God's providential hand in our nation's founding, more specifically, the miraculous preservation of our then General George Washington.By Wade Lentz

In this episode, we speak about several topics briefly. 1) Confederate General A.P. Hill's Bones being exhumed and moved from Richmond, Virginia. 2) Stanford University's list of WOKE words that are no longer allowed to be used on Campus. 3) Amy Grant and Dolly Parton's wrong version of Christianity. 4) The implosion of churches wrongly offering th…

Almost every American will agree that the past two years under the Biden administration have been difficult, to say the least. We are worse off morally, economically, militarily, and in many other areas. Still, we have many evangelical leaders across our country who are voicing their opinion as to why they are #NeverTrump voters and why everyone sh…

Pastors Wade Lentz and Harold Smith discuss the evermore controversial subject of political correctness and why it is a real danger that could lead to the complete removal of our freedom of speech.By Wade Lentz

In Wade Lentz and Harold Smith's latest episode of the Patriot Pastor's Podcast, we discuss the controversial subject of the liability and fallacy of voting for a Libertarian candidate. The platform itself is badly flawed! We also give our opinion on former President Trump's 2024 election status. Does Trump run or not? Should he run or not? What do…

In this episode of the Patriot Pastor's Podcast, we discuss the results of the many problems that spring forth when a society goes soft on crime. What does the Bible say about Capital Punishment? Why are our prisons overcrowded? Why are judges bent on rendering light sentences? We hope that you find this episode helpful as Harold Smith and Wade Len…

Why are churches not hosting special revival meetings or Bible conferences like they used to? We live in the day of mega conferences such as G3, T4G, and the Shepherds Conference in California. These conferences are great and helpful, but they are mainly designed for pastors. What about church members? In this episode, Wade Lentz and Harold Smith d…

It is becoming increasingly apparent that Biblical pastors and Bible-believing churches are getting harder and harder to find. Our country does not lack pastors or churches; however, there is a shortage of men of God and churches that have not sold their souls to preaching "feel-good" messages and all-out pragmatism to get the masses to attend thei…

In this episode, Harold Smith recently sat down with pastor and former missionary Jonathan Murdock and discussed the subject of biblical missions. Jonathan spent ten years in Mexico City as a church planter, and even though he is currently a pastor in the states, he continues to have a focused ministry in both South and Central America. They also e…

In this episode, Wade and Harold are joined by their long-time friend and fellow pastor, Allen Nelson IV. Allen is the pastor of Second Baptist Church in Perryville, AR. Allen has a great love for Christ and Christ's church. We trust this episode will be an encouragement to you and your ministry. (We apologize for the inconsistency in the audio in …

Pastors Harold Smith and Wade Lentz recently sat down with pastor Eddie Ragsdale and the Assistant Director of Global Baptist Missions, Brandon Harrell, to discuss the importance of church missions and the different ways churches can support missions. With many pastors and churches contemplating leaving the Southern Baptist Convention, this will be…

In this special edition of the Patriot Pastor's Podcast, we were thrilled to host a guest preacher and MDiv student at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary, Austin McCormick. Austin and Wade Lentz discuss Christianity's influence and impact on our nation's early years. More specifically, we discuss a Bible doctrine that was very prominent during t…

In this episode, pastors Wade Lentz and Harold Smith discuss the latest developments at the S.B.C. Annual Meeting in Anaheim, CA. We speak on the losses the conservatives received in the elected positions within the S.B.C. Such as Voddie Baucham's loss as the Pastor's Conference President and Tom Ascol's loss for S.B.C. President. We also speak on …

After the horrific school shooting tragedy in Texas, the Democrats, Hollywood stars, and even evangelical leaders have been raising their voices in defense of more gun laws. But what does the Bible teach about such a subject? Should Christians own firearms? Wade Lentz and Harold Smith give you their pastoral answer to this controversial topic.…

In this episode, Harold Smith and Wade Lentz talk about the S.B.C. Guidepost SATF Report that revealed sexual abuse or sexual abuse coverups from S.B.C. entity leaders, including former S.B.C. presidents Dr. Johnny Hunt and Dr. Paige Patterson. This report shows some major fault lines within the S.B.C. that need repairing. The question is, how can …

Today, most people realize that we have more distractions than any other generation before us. Whether it is the radio, TV, our smartphones, or some other electronic device, distractions are everywhere!! These distractions have taken their toll on people in general and the church in particular. Church members struggle in the pew as they listen to a…

In this new episode, Wade Lentz and Harold Smith briefly discuss some of the effects of the supply chain shortage that will affect our nation more and more in the days ahead. But there seems to be a shortage of God-called biblically qualified men behind many of America's pulpits today. Just because a man stands behind a pulpit does not necessarily …

In this episode, Wade Lentz and Harold Smith briefly speak about the problems with conservatism today that are void of having a biblical foundation. We point out that if you don't have a biblical worldview you are really not a conservative. We also mention that Tom Ascol, who is a long-time pastor within the SBC and President of Founders Ministries…

In this episode, Harold Smith and Wade Lentz examine three areas centered around entertainment where Christians find themselves overly fascinated. This episode mentions three areas: the Hollywood industry, Disney, and sports. So often, Christians can find themselves addicted to and fascinated with things such as entertainment that pull us away from…

In this episode, Harold Smith and Wade Lentz discuss an issue that we are all well aware of hectic schedules that lead to busy lives. In 2022, we will be more active than ever!! Can we do anything to unwind? Though this episode is geared primarily for pastors, we trust that each listener will benefit regardless of what they do.…

In this episode, we speak to Alberta, Canada resident, Lauren Dyck as he tells us firsthand what has happened and what is currently happening now in Canada. We cover topics such as the new C-4 Law, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and the Trucker's Convoy Protest. Lauren closes our conversation by encouraging Christians and pastors to always trust in…

Harold Smith reveals some truths concerning the dual citizenship that every believer has. We are citizens in this present world yet, at the same time, we are citizens of heaven. This episode also explains well why Wade Lentz and Harold Smith felt led to began this podcast and why they pray it is a help and blessing to you.…