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Why did God call our church into existence? Aren't there already more than enough churches in the world? What is our unique vision and mission? This Sunday we'll wrap up our “Called Together” sermon series by exploring those questions – because the truth is: God has given us an AMAZING and COMPELLING mission! And we get to be part of it!
“How come you still believe?” That’s the most common question Justin Brierley has been asked over the years of presenting his faith debate radio show, on the largest Christian broadcasting network in the U.K. Gleaning from hundreds of conversations with atheists and Christians, skeptics and believers, he will make his case for faith. Having heard the objections and evidence from the world's leading thinkers, he will show why he believes Christianity remains the best explanation of life, the universe... and everything.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We all need to learn to share our faith and make it accessible and relatable to others
‘Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.'—Matthew 5:16
‘Seek ye the Lᴏʀᴅ while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near'—Isaiah 55:6‘Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.'—Proverbs 27:1
‘… be ye clean, that bear the vessels of the Lord.'—Isaiah 52:11‘Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus.'—Acts 8:35‘For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Ghost, and in much assurance…'—1 Thessalonians 1:5
‘For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;‘And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures'—1 Corinthians 15:3 & 4
Have you ever wondered why Christians share their faith with others?
A 2021 study by Lifeway Research found that 66% of Americans are at least open to discussing the Christian faith with a friend. Forty percent said they were very open to the conversation. That compares with a third of respondents who said they were not at all open to a social media conversation about Christian ... The post Sharing Our Faith appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.
Apologies for the sound quality - it is very poor having been recorded on a phone. Date: 24 November 2024
Suppose someone were to ask you why they should believe in Jesus? What would you say? C.S. Lewis once said, “Christianity, if false, is of no importance, and if true, of infinite importance. The only thing it cannot be is moderately important." Given how much is at stake, why should a person believe? That's the question we'll wrestle with on Sunday.
In this latest episode of the PCI podcast, Jonny McClune, PCI's Congregational Witness Development Officer, explores with Darin and Joy Stevens from the organisation Start to Stir, why sharing our faith with our friends can be so challenging. We can see examples in the Bible of people who struggled to speak up for God like Moses and Jonah but we take time to explore on the podcast the things that are holding us back today and how we can have more confidence to share Jesus with those around us. This podcast also highlights the Stirring Spiritual Curiosity event happening on the morning of Tuesday 28 January 2025 from 10.30am to 12.45pm in Assembly Buildings, Belfast, at which Darin and Joy will be opening up this theme further. Further details and booking can be found here: www.presbyterianireland.org/stir This event is free but you do need to pre-register.
‘Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.'—Matthew 5:16
‘Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near'—Isaiah 55:6‘Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.'—Proverbs 27:1
‘Depart ye, depart ye, go ye out from thence, touch no unclean thing; go ye out of the midst of her; be ye clean, that bear the vessels of the Lord'—Isaiah 52:11‘Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus.' —Acts 8:35
SHARING OUR FAITH IN THE TWELVE STEP ROOMS. The conversation revolves around the topic of sharing one's faith within the 12-step community without offending others. They also touch on the idea of being a 'secret agent Christian' and the challenges of openly sharing one's faith in meetings. The hosts emphasize the need for informed and experienced members to provide guidance and sponsorship to newcomers. They also discuss the importance of understanding the context of scripture and not taking it out of context. Overall, the conversation explores the balance between sharing one's faith and respecting the beliefs of others in the 12-step community. In this conversation, The Monty Man and Roger M McDiarmid discuss various topics related to recovery and faith. They touch on the concept of being recovered versus recovering, the role of religion in recovery, and the importance of sharing one's faith. They also address the controversy surrounding the Olympics and emphasize the need for Christians to focus on their own actions rather than judging others. The conversation concludes with a song about outside issues. Overall, the conversation highlights the power of recovery and the importance of living a Christlike life. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook
Jesus constantly gave away power. Jesus modeled behavior for his disciples then sent them out. Jesus invites us to create belonging for people who do not believe. How do we do that?
Part 3 of World Outside Our Window
Part 3 of World Outside Our Window
Why did the duck cross the road? To get to the other side of course. But how we treat a duck crossing the road ought to convict us as to how we treat people who are in harms way because they don't know Jesus.
What is the best way to reach people for Jesus? Share your personal faith journey! In this conversation, Pastor Chris Hodges discusses the importance of sharing your faith and reaching out to those who are far from God. He emphasizes the need for personal evangelism and teaching church members how to share their faith. The conversation highlights the key principles of recognizing God-given moments, refocusing on how we live our lives, and relaying the message of hope to a broken world. This is a great episode to reignite a passion in your team to share their faith and create a church culture where every church member is prepared to give an answer for the hope they have. . . . . Messages on Evangelism from Pastor Chris: - GrowLeader Podcast Episode 40: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITyP-tz7ESM - This is My Story | July 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdXGKUKhgMw - Salt and Light | July 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eopU2zFsxzw - How Do I Share My Faith? | September 2015: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/media/salt-and-light1 . . . . All things GrowLeader: - Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam . . . . Follow along on Socials: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader . . . . Thank you to our partners! - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader . . . . Timeline: 00:00 - Highlight 00:27 - Intro 01:46 - Sharing Our Faith 13:40 - The Message of Hope 32:26 - Thank You, Partners!
Have I told you this week how much my family loved Duck Dynasty? It was/is such a genius way to get people laughing while still instilling biblical truth and good old fashioned family values. The prayers around the table at the end of each show still get me. Today I have the privilege of chatting with Willie Robertson about all things Duck Dynasty, and it's far past due since I've interviewed basically everyone in his family except for him. Willie's stories are amazing, including how he tried to fire Cy, how Duck Dynasty got started, and how he got Phil signed on to the idea of reality TV. But Willie is really passionate about sharing his faith, and that's a big part of our conversation today. He talks about how his parents instilled this in his life, and how he's trying to do that for his children as well. Willie's new book Gospeler (which I mispronounced all throughout the show
MIC has been exploring how to share our faith in a world where this may be very difficult. Jesus gives us a great commission. The best way to honour what Jesus has done is to tell others. This week three members of Melbourne Inclusive Church shared a portion of their stories with us.To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-giftMelbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ's equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender, race, ethnicity, or culture.Melbourne Inclusive Church is part of the EMI Global family of churches.
Corresponding Episode:#43 Sharing Your Faith on Social Media with Dr. Jen BennettIn this episode from our She Impacts Culture Devotional Series, guest host Corrie Heinrichs invites us to explore the empowering act of sharing our faith on social media. Building on Dr. Jen Bennett's insights from Episode 43, Corrie leads us in a prayerful reflection on our role as God's masterpieces created for impactful good works.This session encourages listeners to deeply consider how they can authentically convey their beliefs online, offering practical ways to integrate faith into our digital presence. Corrie provides a triad of focal points: meditating on our purpose, engaging with our online community in faith-filled ways, and earnest prayer for bravery, outreach, and inner transformation.Tune in for a heartfelt devotional journey as we seek to nurture our spiritual identity and become transformative agents in the digital realm on the She Impacts Culture Devotional Series.ESV (English Standard Version):"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them."NLT (New Living Translation):"For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago."NIV (New International Version):"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."ReflectReflect on Ephesians 2:10 and meditate on the truth that you are God's masterpiece created for good works.EngageFind a practical way to incorporate your faith into your social media presence this week, whether through sharing a meaningful experience or posting an uplifting message.Pray 1. Pray for the courage to live authentically and share your faith boldly, trusting in God's guidance. 2. Pray for those who have not yet encountered God's love, that they may be reached through your words and actions. 3. Pray for a transformation in your own heart so that you may fully embrace your identity in Christ and impact others for his glory.Corresponding Episode: #43 Sharing Your Faith on Social Media with Dr. Jen Bennetthttps://drjenbennett.com/sharingyourfaithonsocialmedia/Connect with Jen:Website: https://drjenbennett.comMy Book: http://amzn.to/2H4gn9mInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjenbennett/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjenbennett/
Most believers experience the power and love of Christ and want to share with family and friends. But many times we feel inadequate or we fear how others will respond to us sharing.Listen in today as we talk about why we want to share the Gospel, why we shy away from sharing, and how we can share with confidence. This is the Great Commission to and for all people. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ's equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender, race, ethnicity, or culture. Melbourne Inclusive Church is part of the EMI Global family of churches.
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In this episode, Pastor dives into the story of Paul's ministry in Ephesus, where he faced powers and principalities of darkness. We examine how Paul used the word of God as his primary weapon to combat the occultic demonic activity in the city, and how his example can show us how to share our faith more boldly and persistently. Eastland is a Place to BelongEastland Baptist Church is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are a welcoming and close-knit family community that loves to care for each other through the Church. We strongly believe in loving and supporting each other and our neighbors. Our members don't just attend our Church; they feel a strong sense of belonging.Join Us Find service times and our location at https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/join. Connect with UsWebsite: https://www.eastlandbaptist.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastlandbaptisttulsaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastlandbaptistTo support the ministry of Eastland Baptist Church, tap here: https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/give.
It can sometimes be hard to share the gospel with a culture that seems to speak a language different from the one we speak at church. But Jesus is calling us to do exactly that. As an evangelist and church planter, Shauna Pilgreen has firsthand experience translating Jesus to a culture desperate to hear his truth. On today's episode of Unapologetic, Julianne sits down with Shauna to break it all down for us. Shauna and her husband lead Epic Church in San Francisco, one of the most secular and diverse cities in the country. Given that experience, Shauna knows exactly what it takes to translate the gospel in a way anyone can understand, whether that's to your Uber driver, the barista at your favorite coffee shop, or—sometimes most challenging of all—your own family and friends. During this candid conversation, Julianne asks Shauna to share some of the ways Christians speak our own language (that we may not even be aware of), where we can start when it comes to translating Jesus to those around us, and practical tips for overcoming awkwardness or discomfort when it comes to talking about our faith. This whole episode is filled with incredible stories from Shauna of the ways she's seen Jesus move in the lives of those you'd least expect. We're all called to share the good news of Jesus with whoever we meet—this encouraging conversation will equip you with the tools needed to do exactly that! Shauna's newest book—Translating Jesus—is available everywhere now! Connect with her on Instagram or learn more at shaunapilgreen.com.
194. Interview With Marie Aitken From Alpha UK On Sharing Our Faith. Marie Aitken is head of England at Alpha UK, a wife and mum of two. In this interview we talk about sharing our faith, why its important how we can go about doing it. Oh and yes.... we talk a little about Alpha. You can read more about Marie here...... https://www.marieaitken.com/ You can read more about Alpha here... https://alpha.org.uk/ Support the podcast with a coffee.... https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crisrogers To get a copy of The Bible Book By Book head here... https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/bible-study/bible-study-reference-books/bible-background/the-bible-book-by-book/ To get a copy of What If We Knew What God Knows About Us head here... https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/personal-life/christian-life/what-if-we-knew-what-god-knows-about-us/ To get a copy of Apprentice to Jesus head here... https://www.eden.co.uk/devotional/apprentice-to-jesus-cris-rogers Rev Cris Rogers is a church leader at allhallowsbow.org.uk and Director of Making Disciples. Chair of the Spring Harvest Planning Group. For more information check out wearemakingdisciples.com #Heart #Hands #Heart
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How do we share our faith? And why should we? On Wednesday, Cris McPhetridge—our Outreach Pastor—encouraged us on sharing our faith with others, walking out the life God has for us, and living like Jesus! Let's tune in. If you're looking for more sermons and devotions check out our other episodes! We have weekly services that are posted on Tuesdays. For more services, how to get plugged in, giving and more, visit our website at www.westsidefamilyfellowship.church
How often have you judged someone because they looked a little different? What about the way that they talked, or something they said? What if, instead of judging someone based on your surface-level interpretation, you decided to understand them?Hospitality with your faith isn't always easy. You might even find yourself in an uncomfortable conversation or two, but it's vital to share what you believe the way that Jesus did: with the utmost love and compassion.Take some time to reflect on Pastor Fredo's words as you check out this sermon on how to share your faith at the table.Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment.Support what Sandals Church is doing at https://donate.sc or use the Sandals Church App https://sandalschurch.com/app/Do you have questions, need prayer or want to get connected? Reach out to our team: https://sandalschurch.com/connectSubscribe to our Sandals Church YouTube channels!Sandals Church: https://www.youtube.com/sandalschurchThe Debrief with Matt Brown: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDebriefShowSandalschurch.tv: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0BBn1VFrdLWtB-TpEM1jjw
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Work, chores, sports, school events, church. Sometimes we have more on our plates than we have time for and it can leave us feeling like our only purpose in life is to simply get through each day. In this series we will be taking a look at how we can find meaning and purpose amidst the business of everyday life. Join us as we learn to break through the busy and lean into God's purposes for our lives.
The Washington Stand's Ben Johnson talks about increasing misinformation being spread about American church attenders and the layers behind a group calling for a state of emergency over policy matters. Andrew Bailey of Farmville Baptist Church shares about opening the door for a conversation to share about the gifts God has blessed us with. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
As a believer, how do we share our faith? What are some practical ways to do so? What does being a witness in the world look like? The whole crew offers some great advise and share their own experiences. We also have Aaron Levy, who is no stranger to our podcast, join us today. Be sure to tap in & feel free to leave a review or comment on our social pages. Thanks for tuning in!--Don't forget to stay connected with us: Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4OvpFp9OB9_DgVdVVbXhFg Instagram https://www.instagram.com/beyond.theletter/Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/discover/beyond-the-letter--Connect with Aaron Levyhttps://www.instagram.com/_aaronlevy/--Get to know some of the team: @amesa https://www.instagram.com/amesa/@naaneki https://www.instagram.com/naaneki/@chelsiebaham https://www.instagram.com/chelsiebaham/
Our most faithful listener Andy Dennis stops by to chat with us about a new article outlining all the new things we need to know about etiquette, and opens up about his thoughts on the importance of evangelism and why Christians struggle with it. To see our first ever video podcast of this episode, check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5Y2hfIFweY Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe!