<![CDATA[A Concerned Christian]]>Retired pastor Eric Wait invites you into a candid conversation about the future of faith in America. Eric explores why he believes our nation is in grave danger and how the Church can respond. Through the lens of Ezekiel 22:30, this podcast is a call for believers to stand in the gap, urging a return to authentic prayer, Biblical evangelism, and a transformed life.

]]>https://aconcernedchristian.net/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:27:09 GMTTue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:22 GMT60Eric Wait<p>Retired pastor Eric Wait invites you into a candid conversation about the future of faith in America. Eric explores why he believes our nation is in grave danger and how the Church can respond. Through the lens of Ezekiel 22:30, this podcast is a call for believers to stand in the gap, urging a return to authentic prayer, Biblical evangelism, and a transformed life.</p>episodicEric Waitericwait79@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Our Self-Centeredness]]>The episode explores the disciples' self-centeredness, understanding true greatness, modeling servanthood, the world's definition of greatness, and the challenge to examine ourselves in light of forgiveness.

Takeaways

  • The church's role in addressing America's challenges
  • The need to examine self-centeredness and understand true greatness

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Concern for America
  • 00:34 The Hope in the Church
  • 01:12 The Church's Danger and Culture
  • 02:09 The Reality of Self-Centeredness
  • 03:02 The Disciples' Self-Centeredness
  • 04:24 Understanding True Greatness
  • 07:01 Modeling Servanthood
  • 10:01 The World's Definition of Greatness
  • 13:02 The Challenge to Examine Ourselves
]]>e8f1a720-fdfe-454a-ac72-f567091e792cMon, 13 Jul 2026 13:15:00 GMT<p>The episode explores the disciples' self-centeredness, understanding true greatness, modeling servanthood, the world's definition of greatness, and the challenge to examine ourselves in light of forgiveness.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The church's role in addressing America's challenges</li><li>The need to examine self-centeredness and understand true greatness</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Concern for America</li><li>00:34 The Hope in the Church</li><li>01:12 The Church's Danger and Culture</li><li>02:09 The Reality of Self-Centeredness</li><li>03:02 The Disciples' Self-Centeredness</li><li>04:24 Understanding True Greatness</li><li>07:01 Modeling Servanthood</li><li>10:01 The World's Definition of Greatness</li><li>13:02 The Challenge to Examine Ourselves</li></ul>no00:14:35112Our Self-Centerednessfull<![CDATA[Love Your Neighbor]]>Eric discusses the concern of America facing the judgment of God and the role of the church in preventing it. He emphasizes the need for the church to change and align with God's will, focusing on prayer, unity, and loving others as oneself.

Takeaways

  • Prayer is essential for the church to align with God's will
  • Unity and love for others are crucial for the church to reflect the glory of God

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Concern of God's Judgment
  • 05:02 Unity and the Church's Witness
  • 12:50 Praying for God's Glory and Self-Reflection
]]>47f88cc4-a5c2-40a1-a899-438dc2d292d3Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Eric discusses the concern of America facing the judgment of God and the role of the church in preventing it. He emphasizes the need for the church to change and align with God's will, focusing on prayer, unity, and loving others as oneself.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Prayer is essential for the church to align with God's will</li><li>Unity and love for others are crucial for the church to reflect the glory of God</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Concern of God's Judgment</li><li>05:02 Unity and the Church's Witness</li><li>12:50 Praying for God's Glory and Self-Reflection</li></ul>no00:15:10Love Your Neighborfull<![CDATA[The Church Today]]>Eric discusses his concern for God's judgment and the church's role in preventing it. He emphasizes the need for changes in prayer life and highlights the current condition of the church in society.

Takeaways

  • The church's role in preventing God's judgment
  • The need for changes in prayer life

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Concern for God's Judgment
]]>c036cc23-0249-4327-bd5c-1f3c517a0fc6Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Eric discusses his concern for God's judgment and the church's role in preventing it. He emphasizes the need for changes in prayer life and highlights the current condition of the church in society.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The church's role in preventing God's judgment</li><li>The need for changes in prayer life</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Concern for God's Judgment</li></ul>no00:11:21111The Church Todayfull<![CDATA[Real Hope]]>This episdoe discusses the concern for America and the hope found in the book of Amos and the story of Jonah. It also explores God's compassion and forgiveness, the glory of God, and the role of the church in changing the culture through prayer. The takeaways include the impact of prayer on culture and God's compassion and forgiveness.

Takeaways

  • Prayer impacts culture
  • God's compassion and forgiveness

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Concern for America
  • 05:09 The Story of Jonah
  • 11:30 The Role of the Church
]]>c635a408-bac9-4114-b45a-d14e5e17ad72Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>This episdoe discusses the concern for America and the hope found in the book of Amos and the story of Jonah. It also explores God's compassion and forgiveness, the glory of God, and the role of the church in changing the culture through prayer. The takeaways include the impact of prayer on culture and God's compassion and forgiveness.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Prayer impacts culture</li><li>God's compassion and forgiveness</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Concern for America</li><li>05:09 The Story of Jonah</li><li>11:30 The Role of the Church</li></ul>no00:13:08110Real Hopefull<![CDATA[Praying with Paul]]>This episode focuses on the importance of prayer and the significance of praying according to the Bible. Eric expresses concern for the culture and emphasizes the need for a change in the church's prayer life. He delves into the Lord's Prayer, the importance of praying for unity in the church, and the value of praying with specific biblical passages, particularly those from the Apostle Paul. The episode concludes with an encouragement to change the way we pray and a call to pray in Jesus' name.

Takeaways

  • Importance of prayer
  • Praying according to the Bible

Chapters

  • 00:00 Concern for the Culture and Prayer Life
  • 05:17 Praying with Specific Biblical Passages
  • 10:24 Changing the Way We Pray
]]>ec20772b-1ba6-4a54-b2f5-bbe88774a9acMon, 08 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>This episode focuses on the importance of prayer and the significance of praying according to the Bible. Eric expresses concern for the culture and emphasizes the need for a change in the church's prayer life. He delves into the Lord's Prayer, the importance of praying for unity in the church, and the value of praying with specific biblical passages, particularly those from the Apostle Paul. The episode concludes with an encouragement to change the way we pray and a call to pray in Jesus' name.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Importance of prayer</li><li>Praying according to the Bible</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Concern for the Culture and Prayer Life</li><li>05:17 Praying with Specific Biblical Passages</li><li>10:24 Changing the Way We Pray</li></ul>no00:11:4819Praying with Paulfull<![CDATA[Why America Should Be Concerned]]>In this episode Eric draws parallels between the current state of America and the historical context of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, as described in the book of Amos. Eric emphasizes the need for the church to recognize the danger of judgment and the importance of praying for God's glory and honor.

Takeaways

  • Prayer for God's glory and honor is a crucial aspect of the Christian faith
  • The parallels drawn between the current state of America and the historical context of the Northern Kingdom of Israel are thought-provoking

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Concern of Judgment
  • 05:13 The Decay of Israel
  • 11:20 God's Plea and Judgment
]]>c1406b72-d640-473f-9662-4883082fde18Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>In this episode Eric draws parallels between the current state of America and the historical context of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, as described in the book of Amos. Eric emphasizes the need for the church to recognize the danger of judgment and the importance of praying for God's glory and honor.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Prayer for God's glory and honor is a crucial aspect of the Christian faith</li><li>The parallels drawn between the current state of America and the historical context of the Northern Kingdom of Israel are thought-provoking</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Concern of Judgment</li><li>05:13 The Decay of Israel</li><li>11:20 God's Plea and Judgment</li></ul>no00:16:2718Why America Should Be Concernedfull<![CDATA[Thy Will Be Done]]>This episode focuses on the importance of prayer and aligning with God's will, emphasizing the need for change in the way people pray.

Takeaways

  • God's judgment on the country is a concern, and the church is the only hope.
  • The importance of aligning with God's will and changing the way people pray is emphasized.
]]>3b02db74-6fef-43a9-b941-8a39d5058a4cMon, 25 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>This episode focuses on the importance of prayer and aligning with God's will, emphasizing the need for change in the way people pray.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>God's judgment on the country is a concern, and the church is the only hope.</li><li>The importance of aligning with God's will and changing the way people pray is emphasized.</li></ul>no00:11:5617Thy Will Be Donefull<![CDATA[Sharing About Jesus]]>Eric discusses his concern for America's judgment by God and the role of the church in preventing it. He emphasizes the importance of praying for God's glory, evangelism, and overcoming fear of evangelism. He also highlights the responsibility of evangelism and using work as a ministry opportunity. Additionally, he recommends books for evangelism and discusses thriving in a godless culture.

Takeaways

  • Prayer for God's glory in the church is crucial for preventing America's judgment by God.
  • Evangelism is a responsibility for all believers and can be integrated into everyday life.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to A Concerned Christian
  • 05:08 The Gift of Evangelism and Ordinary Evangelism
  • 11:21 Thriving in a Godless Culture
]]>754529ac-4b9b-482a-ac4a-b1c7ebd075eeMon, 18 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Eric discusses his concern for America's judgment by God and the role of the church in preventing it. He emphasizes the importance of praying for God's glory, evangelism, and overcoming fear of evangelism. He also highlights the responsibility of evangelism and using work as a ministry opportunity. Additionally, he recommends books for evangelism and discusses thriving in a godless culture.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Prayer for God's glory in the church is crucial for preventing America's judgment by God.</li><li>Evangelism is a responsibility for all believers and can be integrated into everyday life.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to A Concerned Christian</li><li>05:08 The Gift of Evangelism and Ordinary Evangelism</li><li>11:21 Thriving in a Godless Culture</li></ul>no00:12:1416Sharing About Jesusfull<![CDATA[Glorify God's Name]]>The podcast focuses on the role of prayer in seeking God's intervention for America and the importance of glorifying God's name. It emphasizes the church's responsibility and the significance of praying in alignment with God's will. The upcoming episodes will explore the implications of 'Thy Kingdom Come' and 'Thy Will Be Done.'

Takeaways

  • Prayer as a means of seeking God's intervention
  • The importance of glorifying God's name

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Purpose of the Podcast
  • 08:05 Praying in Jesus' Name
]]>8d912250-fc3a-4174-91d3-3dec9d1e3660Mon, 11 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>The podcast focuses on the role of prayer in seeking God's intervention for America and the importance of glorifying God's name. It emphasizes the church's responsibility and the significance of praying in alignment with God's will. The upcoming episodes will explore the implications of 'Thy Kingdom Come' and 'Thy Will Be Done.'</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Prayer as a means of seeking God's intervention</li><li>The importance of glorifying God's name</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Purpose of the Podcast</li><li>08:05 Praying in Jesus' Name</li></ul>no00:12:0215Glorify God's Namefull<![CDATA[Moses' Prayer]]>The podcast episode delves into the importance of praying for the glory of God and the role of the church in preventing judgment. It explores the significance of God's name and the intercession of Moses, emphasizing the paramountcy of God's glory and the need to pray for it. The episode concludes with a call to join in praying for God's glory in the church to prevent judgment on the country.

Takeaways

  • The importance of praying for the glory of God
  • The role of the church in preventing judgment

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Concern for God's Judgment
  • 06:22 Moses' Intercession
  • 13:25 Moses' Prayer and God's Response
]]>1a8632a1-7018-4409-a2ed-52ff8592e270Mon, 04 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>The podcast episode delves into the importance of praying for the glory of God and the role of the church in preventing judgment. It explores the significance of God's name and the intercession of Moses, emphasizing the paramountcy of God's glory and the need to pray for it. The episode concludes with a call to join in praying for God's glory in the church to prevent judgment on the country.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The importance of praying for the glory of God</li><li>The role of the church in preventing judgment</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Concern for God's Judgment</li><li>06:22 Moses' Intercession</li><li>13:25 Moses' Prayer and God's Response</li></ul>no00:19:0114Moses' Prayerfull<![CDATA[The Lord's Prayer: What We Can Learn]]>The podcast episode discusses the importance of prayer in preventing God's judgment on the United States. It emphasizes the significance of the Lord's Prayer and the profound impact it can have on the prayer life of Christians. The episode also highlights the concept of God as our Father and the implications of this truth on our prayers.

Takeaways

  • The power of prayer in preventing God's judgment
  • The transformative impact of recognizing God as our Father on our prayer life

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Power of Prayer
]]>886e405a-20d3-44a1-9df8-06dc3230d932Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>The podcast episode discusses the importance of prayer in preventing God's judgment on the United States. It emphasizes the significance of the Lord's Prayer and the profound impact it can have on the prayer life of Christians. The episode also highlights the concept of God as our Father and the implications of this truth on our prayers.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The power of prayer in preventing God's judgment</li><li>The transformative impact of recognizing God as our Father on our prayer life</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Power of Prayer</li></ul>no00:13:1313The Lord's Prayer: What We Can Learnfull<![CDATA[Our prayers must change]]>This episode emphasizes the need for change in the church, the importance of unity, and the power of prayer as key elements in addressing this concern.

Takeaways

  • Prayer as a means of change
  • Unity as a reflection of the church's credibility

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Concern for God's Judgment
  • 05:28 The Importance of Unity in the Church
]]>c5b1822f-de2f-4750-93e1-a69f3238c02cMon, 20 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>This episode emphasizes the need for change in the church, the importance of unity, and the power of prayer as key elements in addressing this concern.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Prayer as a means of change</li><li>Unity as a reflection of the church's credibility</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Concern for God's Judgment</li><li>05:28 The Importance of Unity in the Church</li></ul>no00:10:1212Our prayers must changefull<![CDATA[Why am I concerned?]]>This episode features Eric Wait sharing his personal journey with Christianity, his concerns for the country, and the role of the church in preventing judgment. He emphasizes the need for change in prayer, evangelism, and love within the church community.

Takeaways

  • Christianity and Personal Journey
  • Concern for the Country
  • The Role of the Church

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey
  • 09:58 The Church's Role
]]>a957e56a-dd10-4d1d-833e-a1200a67d962Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:38:31 GMT<p>This episode features Eric Wait sharing his personal journey with Christianity, his concerns for the country, and the role of the church in preventing judgment. He emphasizes the need for change in prayer, evangelism, and love within the church community.</p><p></p><p><b>Takeaways</b></p><ul><li>Christianity and Personal Journey</li><li>Concern for the Country</li><li>The Role of the Church</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey</li><li>09:58 The Church's Role</li></ul>no00:17:3111Why am I concerned?full