MY DAD REACTS TO "Church" - Tom MacDonald & Brandon Hart ft. Nova Rockafeller REACTION

[@tinalschmidt-banks3415]

He showing how it is a struggle to stay clean. When you are addicted you reach out to God but your addiction is so strong that it blinds you. You feel alone. I know from experience. I am a Meth addict and I am clean 29 years.

[@samalamcwc]

Congratulations, Im proud of you despite not knowing you, addiction is a really hard thing to pull yourself out of. I'm happy for you ❤️ stay strong.

[@MrByrl]

I don't think he's saying that God/church doesn't help, he's just acknowledging it's a constant struggle, even with God

[@manuellongoria1924]

God never promised that believing in him would make life easier. IT is written that "You will have trials and Tribulation"

[@neillscott4192]

@@manuellongoria1924 your right. It's actually the opp. Always remember. Satan doesn't attack the ones that's on HIS side.

[@MrByrl]

@@manuellongoria1924 Amen

[@offroad5798]

This thread gets it

[@arcwelder6010]

The thing that I love about this channel besides Pops being a good father is that when she is older and he is gone she will have hundreds of hours of video of being with her Dad while he spits wisdom. He will still be able to give her advice even if she doesn't understand all of it right now.

[@Sassy8utube]

Absolutely gold... if only we all had this.. right now it's fun but one day she will appreciate more than she will ever know

[@scotterboy3000]

Tom quit a few years ago. He got evicted twice, slept where he could. Young lady… You are blessed. I’m sure you’re a good person too. You sure got a wonderful father. He spends a lot of time with you and his thoughts and advice are solid. Your dad is also a big proponent of just use some common sense. I agree. He’s right there’s all kinds of demons That will take you over if you allow it. Everybody deserves a father like yours. I try to do the same.

[@titanusgodzillaa4274]

hoping tom quits again

[@bigwill8145]

They're just saying that during the struggle it feels like God not answering they're not saying he doesn't help it just that's how it feels when you're struggling with your addiction perhaps listen to the entire song before you make an assumption

[@aceofspades9785]

He’s tryin to act too hard

[@josephtingley654]

You can't hear God with your ears, you hear him with your ❤.

[@neillscott4192]

Beautiful quote.

[@justiceadams6623]

amen

[@tjw3273]

I think the point is that even though he feels like God might not hear him, he never stops praying to him. And even though he might not understand the Bible, he still believes in it. He keeps his faith that there's something else higher even when he feels alone and has given up. That's what I picked up anyways.

[@monkeygrlfun]

Nova invited him to LA, she was already rapping. Got picked up by Deff Jams. Nova does all his videos. Shes a video producer. Its the struggle, He's not saying that he not listening, it FEELS like he wasn't listening in your head. Its the battle between your demons and doing the right thing. You feel like no ones listening, but keep the faith.

[@neillscott4192]

I saw a sign on a church that said "If you only talk to God when you need him, then you NEED HIM".

[@deannawalker7022]

Tom and Brandon are speaking about when you are new to sobriety it feels lonely because the urge is so strong. If you're not in a personal relationship with God it's hard to get to that point where you're completely delivered in his word. It's easy for some of us who have always had a relationship with God to not understand someone who is questioning their faith and desperately seeking HOPE. We just need to continue to pray for him. He is growing in his spiritual journey.

[@flowerbloom5782]

That is such a sweet message. My spirituality and faith has been in a tough spot and well I question it. I just hope that if there is a God, I hope his message unfolds through the years and that I'm in a better place as a person.

[@awcbaseball3500]

Your dad’s right. Doing the right thing isn’t hard. Not following the masses is the hard part

[@seanpearl8156]

Your father's advice is wise. Reasonable, logical, rational.

[@claranielsen9330]

When your in the throws of addiction you feel like Gods not listening when you're screaming for help. At the end of the song he said all he needs is Church. 36 years sober still a struggle and this could have been an anthem back in the 80s. We all have questioned God at some point in our lives thinking he cant hear us but he does. This song will help a lot of people. Check out Sober and My Fans next for another side to Tom.

[@claranielsen9330]

@@td315 Don'get me wrong Im doing fine. There are just days when it would be easy to go back. I have a very close family member that went through a meth, heroin and methadone addiction she is doing better but has a really hard time some days. I am so glad you are doing ok. I haven't been able to beat my Dr.Pepper. and cigarettes though.

[@claranielsen9330]

@@td315I totally get what your saying about NA. It didn't help the family member I was telling you about. Feel that way about A.A. too.

[@TonyTheSharkBaloney]

💧💧😭 I can relate to this beautiful song because every time I try to quit drinking Jesus turns my water into wine. 😭 💧💧

[@allencrameriii9305]

"CHURCH" had many people feeling the message. A great big ball of emotions!!!

[@adoracle1]

People think they will get a demonstrable miracle from a desperate prayer, and when they don't they despair. But they make it through those storms, and THAT was God's answer, He picks us up and carries us through the unbearable and lays us down on the other side of that fire. Tom is proof that God answers his prayers

[@p8triotmode]

He's not saying that praying to god "doesn't help" he is just expressing what a lot of people express that they feel that god isn't listening sometimes. But he is.

[@crystalschaos9131]

I've been struggling for years... Your pops speaks knowledge

[@TheArtistJ777]

Romans 5 says that God uses our struggles to produce patience, endurance, character and hope in us. So struggles actually make us more like Christ

[@anitahargreaves9526]

Officer Tatum yesterday did an hours interview with Tom. It was brilliant.

[@steveyates768]

Nova was with Def Jam and has been rapping for a minute.

[@tydillon8430]

What's crazy is he's built his last couple of sets for his videos

[@hisbean]

They have actually done around 13 videos (between him and Nova's songs), from their home, this past year.

[@ricanprodigy3926]

All i can say is do I wish I could have done things differently? Yes. Do, I regret what I've done though? No. That helped me become the better man I am nowadays. Life Experience Is The Worlds Best Known Teacher. You Live And You Learn.

[@jam1116]

I got bad at one point, I couldn't have fun without drinking. I don't miss it at all and I hope anybody struggling with that can find their way out,it ain't easy. I still want to some times but I know I can't cause if I go imma go hard

[@joshuakirby9943]

Dad always dropping knowledge!!! Love the content

[@murphybrandon84]

Nova sang in the chorus. her voice is faint but if you listen, you can hear her

[@joebrock8627]

As a combat veteran battling PTSD and alcoholism, you all really gave me motivation to work harder on getting my life back with your message on addiction. Thank you both, it truly means a lot! Keep on keeping it 💯!

[@nointrocrowe4130]

Pops speaking from experience on this mad respect 🙌🙏👏💯

[@asylum2100]

I am a recovering H addict. I've been clean for 3 years and I'll struggle with it the rest of my life. I thank god every day that my wife stood by me thru everything. There were multiple times that I shouldn't have survived but I got "lucky." Even when it seems like hes not listening, hes always there.

[@hardino0311]

Best statement ever , Dad: “People act like they not supposed to go through something” .. Smart man right there.

[@marcosmith2754]

Thanks for the honest spoken words pop. To you, Aleea and everyone reading this, may you prosper in positivity and may the lord always cover you

[@orderorchaos8589]

This world is a test for the soul.

[@samanthakearby2074]

everyone who has struggled has had the moment when they question God why

[@MrZReacts88]

Your dad is right about how we are supposed to go through stuff in life. But it becomes a powerful message when you finally get out. Considering many have watch their friends and family members fall victim to those same addictions. In those moments of loneliness. you feel alone.... so when one comes fully out. They discover a powerful message to share. And surprisingly. This does help people.

[@chris187720cs]

The Trials and Tribulations in life is what makes us who we are and how strong is our willpower to make it through things.

[@Rinniemac]

He was speaking about his view at the time he was trying to dig himself out of it. He has since said that he no longer struggles with alcohol as he doesn't crave it anymore, but he still remembers how hard that point in his life was and thinks about it everyday. He doesn't know if it is god, but he gives credit to whatever power is out there for helping pull him out of it and provide his inspiration that let him turn it all around

[@jam1116]

Addiction is bad in any form,even people who are addicted to working out, it can go too far and u can really mess yourself up if u push it too much..Like he said,moderation

[@leoangulo3709]

Your Dad sounds like he's being around the block a couple of times. He's very wise, input all that knowledge he's giving you... teaching his kid right, Love this channel 👏

[@bennieben4637]

Toms been sober for a few years now, but loved your dad's message. Bless u both

[@kennethkearney116]

Right dad! He kept buying whiskey when all he needed was church. Live and learn. He's trying to send that same message to those who think of giving up.

[@edflynn1885]

Just sitting down with your “Pops” and having a discussion about life would be amazing. He knows what’s up!! Great reaction guys.

[@angeehancock7371]

Aww! Love how your Pops gave you props at first! He's raised one smart girl! Love your channel!!

[@sethhaff555]

Prayers go out in our time / answers come in his time!!

[@alijahcordova7643]

You guys are so inspiring and motivational I will never stop watching you guys 💯

[@jennahyser7245]

I agree with don’t even try hard substances. It is so hard to stop once you start. I’m sober 5 years and it’s been so hard but it was worth it. I’d say I’d rather have never felt that feeling and knowing how good it made me feel but then of course all the bad with it. I don’t regret my journey but I wouldn’t recommend anyone to try if you haven’t. It will just make things worse not better.

[@UltimateAPBTS]

If you are going to get addicted, be addicted to learning...🔺🔺🔺

[@michaelbell390]

I have alcoholic tendency..so I definitely stay away from it..when life gets tough I just go out and hit the mountain bike trails for longer time frames.

[@georgekelley3044]

Yo...pops is on point! He knows where the rubber meets the road! Y'all keep winnin!

[@alexb6713]

Miss you guys.. haven't seen you in awhile didnt know if you were still reaction or not.. awsome video

[@mrLuckasman]

Just watched the beginning of the video and I love what your dad said. Big respect for standing up for his daughter. You’re a little man if you hate on a female, especially over a video game

[@happygolucky8449]

Done too much drinking. I'm 7 years sober.

[@joekane8026]

I think he’s saying It’s all up to you and God can’t help if you don’t help yourself. It’s all up to your choices and decisions you make while being sober and clean. 3 yrs clean and I’m staying that way because of the choices I make .

[@heidi6063]

Who ever said it was easy? Love that statement, and many others you said. Great reaction 💘

[@beldarana3108]

Aleea love your hair style today!!!💕

[@ThBoringGamr]

the entire video was filmed at home if you guys didn't know

[@JackiesKk]

I agree with what you’re saying about everyone having an addiction to something. It doesn’t always have to be drugs or booze it can be anything from shopping to eating etc...

[@Pandalover1982]

Wow, look at you, almost half a million subscribers! It must feel pretty good

[@tammys8711]

Enjoyed your review and listening to you help those listening, we need each other. Tom knows what he needs, but recognizes he's weak; he needs Church, but" keeps buying whiskey"...but I think he's talking about the struggle, little by little he lets in more light and shuts out the darkness that will lead to death. He wants the life that Christ offers. We were created for better

[@daniela.m.d7655]

I almost had a ❤️attack when I ear that Nova just now starting to make music. Nova is the goat of the hiphop girls. She is so good that people where scare of her that's way she never did get that big.

[@kakygmagpa]

Nova dropped a new video of her own yesterday 11/3. It is called Lost Girls. ❤❤❤❤

[@derekleffler6742]

I am not sure what you said about why alcohol was called spirits but the original meaning behind that is that back in Middle East when they were messing with alchemy and the distilling of alcohol when they seen the vapors coming off of the alcohol they believed it was the spirit of the alcohol leaving.

[@marcusduff2124]

Would love to see you guys do Nova Hey You, Wishing Well, and Genghis Kahn!.....✌🤘

[@christylynn4810]

She returned to music

[@glennherron9499]

I tried to agree with your dad, he started out in a position about delivering a person won't be instantaneous... But he kept going.. Walk in the other person's shoes to see why they can't or didn't experience something in a way you think they should have.

[@TheArtistJ777]

My flesh and spirit are at war within my soul, waging battles for years has long taken it's toll, I've seen victories and I've taken blows, wins and losses have both come and go, I've taken thoughts captive that the enemy, like spys have tried to plant and sow, and at other times I have been weary and mistakenly let some pass through, but there is one thing I do know, that all my foes will one day be purged, for I seen the enemy try his best to kill my king, but yet from the grave He still emerged, the fights may be long, but my King faithful and victory sure, He protects me and gave me armor that's secure, though the enemy rage and he roar, hope in my King gives me strength to endure, until the war is over and I return to my homeland where He has prepared a place for me to live forever more. -The Artist J

[@JayBee-JB69]

Anyone who claims to be a social drinker knows that alcohol makes people stupid. Think about all those nights you've put on a 'good drunk', and how you felt when you woke up in the morning. Now ask yourselves how many times did you remember something that happened the night before, and you're first thought was "I can't believe I did, or said, that. That was stupid. I must have been really drunk.' The point has we've all said that to ourselves at once in our lives.

[@darkscyther3051]

I think what he’s saying is. People expect once you kick your addiction you think all your problems will go away. Life doesn’t get easier just cause you get sober and it can feel worse. Cause you don’t have that addiction to fall back on to drown out your troubles. God is always listening, even though sometimes we feel like he’s not. we expect it to be a quick fix and to take all are trails and tribulations alway. But life goes on and that belief in that higher power can pull you out of your darkest times you just have to have faith

[@Dino_aka_Arknos]

She was under label, and got screwed. That's why she made "hey you" as an answer to def jam

[@geoffreynicholson1984]

I like watching you two. Grow this. You gotta a unique thing here. I don’t agree with 100%... but that’s okay. An honest intellectual discourse is appreciated and I love how we can... listen. Love you... keep at it.

[@samalamcwc]

I like what your dad has to say, smart man ❤️

[@xyira777]

I'm a Christian and you said it spot on. God bless the two of you. Jesus is the way, it's not easy.

[@markx6776]

Don't listen to the negativity, you're doing a great job and getting better everyday! Take a lesson from Tom and go after what you want no matter what anyone says! love & respect!

[@bobbyirby6682]

That's a different kind of Tom song but still good ! Hey man shout out to y'all loving y'all's channel just recently discovered y'all. Where are y'all from I am from Shreveport Louisiana

[@jennahyser7245]

Have your dad react to Lil Nas new song 😂 I need to see that reaction. He’s gonna be like wtf!

[@thegeekygiant9384]

Love you guys, seem like such down to earth people. Also, if you good at something, you good. Keep it up.

[@prosoldierx9583]

Awesome reaction! Dad's absolutely right.

[@AleeasPreciousLife]

PROMOTED ARTIST: Ekko PROMOTED SONG: soundcloud.com/ezzy3kko/hybrid-prod-timothy-infinite

[@jamesmcd71]

It takes struggle to build carictur. It's like calluses on your hands. It hurts to build them and after you have them your hands will not hurt anymore. But you must put in the work 1st.

[@Sonofmorn666]

From a recovering addict the strength of the bottle seems stronger the your faith I'm not a believer in the one god of the Christian faith i respect it and people who do I got myself out of my addictions I'm now 7years clean off meth, coke, 5 years off prescription pills and I no longer drink everyday I only have a 4 to 6 drinks at family gatherings it has been one hell of a decade

[@springsogourne]

Tom is Legend

[@DynamicMusic]

How has this channel got half a million subs and only a couple k views on average

[@devinwellington7537]

If life is easy your doing it wrong, but if its to hard your still doing it wrong.

[@kellisullivan7974]

Pops is correct never push ppl to try things because if you have addiction in your family it’s too damn easy to get addicted. And correct again pops about the stupid things we all do in alcohol.

[@crystalschaos9131]

Beer Google's, liquid courage.....

[@ItsPapiDiego]

AYO QUIT SLEEPIN ON QUADECA

[@Retrozpeckt]

Pops always dropping that knowledge. Mad respect.

[@hollynelson3249]

This girls dad obviously doesnt know about how hard some have to struggle inorder to control their addiction its not easy and this dude is like yeah its easy no buddy its not poor girl gettn wrong info from her dad

[@tomallen8995]

been there done that. The spirits possessed me and done things I have no recollection of. Luckily enough it was when cell phones were nothing more than a mobile phone.

[@halfwayhans]

I see the song more to explain its not easy and message to other people don't believe it's so struckle by alcohol could be so hard to stop!

[@Jess_uk.]

I suffer so much in life with my addiction, this makes me? I'm putting my life out there, I feel alone

[@bennastray5298]

Much respect what you're saying I agree completely and moderation is definitely the key to life too much of anything is not good for for anybody...👺⚔️🙏✌️☝️

[@jennahyser7245]

I don’t think he’s saying God doesn’t help at all. Just he prays to God for help, it’s hard, you need to make that choice as well and get through it. He needed to choose God and choose to stay sober as hard as it is.

[@matthewhammond9575]

What a great dad!

[@rosiereed1469]

Girl I love your nails!!!

[@ambersheets8442]

I haven't had a problem with addiction, but with mental illness. I have felt abandoned by God on occasion. I can identify with his struggle to keep the faith in God's plan.

[@jeffreysmall2397]

Hey yall don't you realize haters are a great blessing....after all haters ain't nothing but superfans...the more they talk and say your name the more your algorithm spikes and rises..meaning more money for you.

[@pymrytzleonarda8459]

Whiskey & bottle are metaphors for SINS.

[@nhutchins100]

Battle of the flesh, exactly. Each man must choose for himself, addiction or GOD, even if they don't think he is listening. Mankind must crucify the flesh daily, rather than pray that God locks down all the liquor stores for them. Great video.

[@MrRastephen]

Some people have addictions to things other than substances.. addicted to sex or even something that is seen as benign like views on your post.. it’s validation. God will provide you with that validation through grace, it’s hard and takes time and Tom knows that.. he is representing the struggles that most of us go through

[@tsd7776]

He is talking about when you stop using your addiction to medicate/numb your feelings your feelings/pain comes back worse. And you have a choice to reach for the addiction or God.