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Visiting a friend in Santa Maria…
This weekend I am spending Saturday and part of Sunday with a friend who is in ministry in Santa Maria, CA. We are working on his websites and Sunday morning I will be preaching at his church, Freedom Christian Fellowship at 12:30 p.m. It’s kind of unusual that I get… Listen ⇢
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I have decided…
1. I have decided to follow Jesus; I have decided to follow Jesus; I have decided to follow Jesus; No turning back, no turning back. 2. Though I may wonder, I still will follow; Though I may wonder, I still will follow; Though I may wonder, I still will follow;… Listen ⇢
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How do we start to follow Jesus?
I have had the privilege of giving some “altar calls” in my life. You know what I’m talking about, don’t you? You are talking to a group of people, some who are not professed Christians, and at the end of your message you invite those who are not followers of… Listen ⇢
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Maintaining an even strain
There was a time period when I could not get enough material to read on the subject of church planting and church growth. I think it is fair to say that in the early 90s I read just about every book in print on the subject. I also attended conferences… Listen ⇢
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My daughter sings in church on Easter…
I’m very proud of her… Listen ⇢
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The Power of Transformative Preaching
I confess, I am a refugee from “normal” church. I haven’t attended regular church services for some time. I’m not against regular services, you understand, I just haven’t been able to connect for a number of years now. One of the main reasons for this is that I am easily… Listen ⇢
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Permaculture, hmmm…
If I want to keep my finger on the pulse of “trends to watch” in the emerging church, all I need to do is check in on Andrew Jones blog, or his twitter feed. He’s posted an insightful review of an Emerging Church panel discussion at the Christian Book Expo.… Listen ⇢
Meet Minister Charlie Wear
Minister Charlie Wear is a compassionate leader, elder advocate, and creative force dedicated to faith and service. As the head of All-In Ministries, he champions veterans, elders, and marginalized communities. A retired attorney, Charlie blends legal expertise with pastoral care, addressing issues like elder abuse and hospice support. An author and musician, he shares messages of hope through works like Confessions of a Dying Man and his upcoming album Salvation City. Rooted in faith, family, and Native American heritage, Charlie’s mission is to inspire transformation, foster community, and provide care to those in need, embodying Christ’s love in action.
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