Best Karl Vaters Podcasts (2024)

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Chapter 1: Hard Words to Hear 38:04

4h ago38:04

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Over the next few weeks, I'll be releasing the first three chapters of A Sharp Compassion in audio form on the podcast. I hope its a chance for you to learn more about the book and to better understand the significance of offense in the Bible. You can learn more about the book at asharpcompassion.com. It would mean a lot to me if you would pick up …

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Keeping Track of Good Things 29:29

7h ago29:29

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Stan & the guys discuss "good things" in ministry that we must learn to keep record of as we strive for bigger goals. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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Overcoming The Insecurities of Sharing Your Faith (w/ Mike Jackson) - Episode 246 53:53

1d ago53:53

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While serving with Campus Outreach, Mike Jackson discovered that there was a disconnect with the outreach/evangelism efforts of the staff. That led Mike to start a comprehensive journal that eventually became his first book entitled, "Reaching Your Jerusalem: Overcoming Your Barriers To Sharing The Gospel." Mike joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to d…

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My New Book — Offense, Insecurity, and the Hard Words of Jesus 19:30

7d ago19:30

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On September 10th, I’m releasing a new book entitled A Sharp Compassion: 7 Hard Words to Heal Our Insecurities and Free Us from Offense. I think it’s an important conversation for learning to recognize the insecurity within our culture and in our own lives. It would mean a lot to me if you would consider buying a copy and recommending it to friends…

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On Striving To Overcome Cynicism 43:20

7d ago43:20

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Stan and the guys discuss complex ministry situations that can lead to discouragement, pessimism, and cynicism and how to avoid them. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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Using The Tools The Lord Has Already Provided (w/ Darrell Stetler) - Episode 245 50:02

7d ago50:02

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Darrell Stetler has been a frequent guest on the 95Podcast. Today's episode is another encouraging conversation for anyone leading a small or midsize church. Darrell always offers practical wisdom from his twenty one years of experience in pastoring the same church. He reminds all of us that God is pleased just to see us "pick up the tools we alrea…

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Jerry Jenkins — A Conversation on the Writing Life 49:50

13d ago49:50

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Author of more than 200 books with sales of over 70 million copies, including the best-selling Left Behind series, Jerry Jenkins is the former vice president for publishing and former chairman of the board of trustees for the Moody Bible Institute of Chicago. Jerry's writing has appeared in Time, Reader's Digest, Parade, Guideposts, and dozens of C…

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PODCAST RECAST: Forgiving Forward . . . Again! (w/ Bruce & Toni Hebel) - Episode 244 55:32

14d ago55:32

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Bruce and Toni Hebel know firsthand how the impact of refusing to forgive can destroy your life. Separate encounters with Jesus led them to experience healing and forgiveness they didn't know was available. Jesus truly set them free! They join Dale on today's 95Podcast to continue sharing about the power of forgiveness. They also give updates on so…

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Normal Ministry Stuff 27:59

14d ago27:59

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Stan & the guys discuss four keys to healthy church life: focusing on Calvary, discipleship, equipping the saints, and loving the community. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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PODCAST RECAST: Struggling Well - Post Traumatic Growth (w/ Jon Sanders) - Episode 243 55:18

21d ago55:18

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Jon Sanders, 95Network's Director of Coaching, joins today's 95Podcast as a guest, discussing his recent experience at a retreat provided by the Boulder Crest Foundation. The retreat is called Struggle Well. They specialize in providing opportunities to help public servants in the first responder field and military personal work through post-trauma…

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Equipping Tips For Pastors 26:33

21d ago26:33

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Stan & the guys discuss how to practically help your people practice discipleship, witnessing, and loving the community. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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PODCAST RECAST: Anchored Hope - Trusted Support For Ministry Leaders (w/Josh Clink) - Episode 242 53:07

28d ago53:07

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While serving as the Executive/Counseling Pastor of his local church, Josh Clink suddenly became the Lead Pastor after the pastor abruptly resigned. He immediately knew he was in "over his head" due to having zero formal training in preaching and leading a congregation. In addition, he also found himself leading through the pandemic restrictions an…

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Three Versions of a Calling 28:36

29d ago28:36

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Stan & the guys talk personal callings. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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PODCAST RECAST: Marriage And The Ministry Over 40 Years (w/Karl & Shelley Vaters) - Episode 241 56:49

1M ago56:49

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It was our absolute pleasure to have Karl and Shelley Vaters join us for this podcast, which focuses on ministry marriage. Shelley shares that she never gave much thought to marrying a pastor. She also shares some eye-opening experiences that have accompanied her serving alongside Karl for all these years. Karl and Shelley pull back the curtain and…

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No Higher Calling [With Dr. Craig Ireland] 53:24

1M ago53:24

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Stan chats with pastor, author, speaker, teacher, and theologian Dr. Craig Ireland about his latest book "No Higher Calling." Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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De-sizing The Church [with Karl Vaters] 38:33

1M ago38:33

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Stan talks with Pastor, Author, and Speaker Karl Vaters about his latest book and much more. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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PODCAST RECAST: The Two Views For A Leader: The Window & The Mirror (w/ John Fuller) - Episode 240 52:27

1M ago52:27

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John Fuller has been in ministry for over three decades. Not growing up in the church, John accepted Jesus as a rough and raw college student. Becoming a Christian led John to do a complete 180 in his life, ultimately resulting in him serving as a youth pastor and eventually the lead pastor of a small church. Today's conversation is filled with the…

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On Disconnecting From the Numbers Game 30:39

2M ago30:39

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Stan and the guys discuss numbers in small church world. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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From Disaster To Disciple Making (w/ Tom & Suzi Steele) - Episode 239 55:48

2M ago55:48

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Tom & Suzi Steele were on a much needed vacation in Virginia Beach trying to recover from a difficult season of pandemic related ministry. They received an unexpected phone call that shook them to the core. A severe thunderstorm produced a strike of lightning that hit their church steeple. The result was a fire that burned the church to the ground.…

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Tips For Healthy Ministry Leadership 24:35

2M ago24:35

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Stan and the guys discuss personal health for ministry leaders in today's culture. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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What The New Laws Mean To Your Church (w/ Steven Goodspeed) - Episode 238 45:32

2M ago45:32

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Steven Goodspeed of My Church Law Firm joins Dale today to discuss the brand new law that is taking effect concerning overtime pay. This is very informative conversation on exactly what the new law could mean to your church. It only takes one disgruntled employee to cause a big issue when it comes to how compensation is handled by your ministry. We…

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Jared Wilson — Christian Writing as Art and Worship 58:38

2M ago58:38

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Jared Wilson is an award-winning author of over 20 books and a popular speaker at churches and conferences around the world. A 30-year ministry veteran, he is especially known for his passionate gospel-centered teaching. Jared serves as Pastor for Preaching and the Director of the Pastoral Training Center at Liberty Baptist Church in Liberty, Misso…

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Is It Time To Become A Life Coach? (w/ Jon Sanders & Greg Reed) - Episode 237 47:33

2M ago47:33

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In today's episode of The 95Podcast, Jon Sanders talks with guest Greg Reed about his journey from pastoring to an incredible new season of ministry called “workplace life coaching.” With over four decades of pastoral ministry experience and a passion for reaching others, Greg transitioned to a workplace life coach role, bringing faith into the mar…

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Helping Pastors Thrive (with Jon Sanders) 38:34

2M ago38:34

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Stan sits down with EntrePastors Podcast host and pastoral coach Jon Sanders. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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We're Here To Help (w/ Jimmy Dodd) - Episode 236 49:40

2M ago49:40

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One of the most important leadership principles that needs to be learned by all of us is that Jesus isn't in a hurry! He has a plan. He is working His plan. And He wants us to participate in it. However, many of us put unnecessary pressure on our lives to try to do ministry "for" Him instead of "from" Him. Although it's taken some time, Michael Sch…

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Disciples Making Disciples (w/ Tim Walker) - Episode 235 49:54

3M ago49:54

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Tim Walker has spent over a decade pastoring Restored Church in Wilkes Barre, PA. He learned from the beginning the importance of being a disciple-maker. This intentional ministry focus has allowed Restored Church to see the transformation of many lives. Tim also serves as a facilitator for The Timothy Initiative USA. His passion for discipleship p…

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Joy In The Journey (w/ Michael Schooley) - Episode 234 50:48

3M ago50:48

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One of the most important leadership principles we all need to learn is that Jesus isn't in a hurry! He has a plan. He is working on His plan, and He wants us to participate in it. However, many of us put unnecessary pressure on our lives to do ministry "for" Him instead of "from" Him. Although it's taken some time, Michael Schooley is a pastor who…

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Karl Vaters — De-sizing the Church 54:38

3M ago54:38

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Karl produces resources for Helping Small Churches Thrive at KarlVaters.com. He's the author of five books on church leadership, including his newest, De-Sizing the Church: How Church Growth Became a Science, Then an Obsession, and What's Next. His other books include The Grasshopper Myth and Small Church Essentials. Karl also hosts a bi-weekly pod…

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#219 The Missional Church: A Chat with Jon and Mitchell 56:19

3M ago56:19

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In this episode, Bridge Radio interviews Jon Degler and Mitchell Leach, two pastors of Peace Church in Middleville, Michigan. They are contributors to Resound Media, which is a place for Christians and church leaders to find resources that are faithful to Scripture and promote fruitful ministry. They want to see the gospel of Jesus resound across t…

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Impactful Men's Ministry (w/ Wendell Morton) - Episode 233 52:43

3M ago52:43

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The need for impactful ministry to men is crucial in today's culture. However, many churches seem to have put this ministry focus on the back burner. Wendell Morton of Men's Ministry Catalyst joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss the ever-increasing need for consistent and strategic ministry to the men in your community. They both transparentl…

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#218 Karl Vaters: De-Sizing the Church 45:58

3M ago45:58

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We’re obsessed with bigness. Supersized meals and TV screens. Square footage. And big churches. “What’s the size of your church?” That question has stirred insecurities or stroked the ego of too many pastors. For a long time, we thought bigger was better. “Church growth” and “numbers” dominated our thoughts and conversations. But more than ever, pe…

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Connect Hope (w/ Chuck Gordon) - Episode 232 52:10

3M ago52:10

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Chuck Gordon joins Dale on this week's 95Podcast, talking through the highs and lows of ministry life. Chuck experienced many years of successful growth as a church planter. However, there came a point when everything started heading in the wrong direction, and it seemed that his life was unraveling. Chuck leads a ministry today called Connect Hope…

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Patrick Schreiner — What to Make of the Transfiguration 47:59

3M ago47:59

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Patrick Schreiner is an associate professor of New Testament and Biblical theology at Midwestern baptist Theological Seminary. He is also an elder at Emmaus Church in Kansas City, Missouri. He is the author numerous books, including Matthew, Discipels and Scribe; a commentary on Acts, The Ascension of Christ; and The Kigndom of God and the Glory of…

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Forgiving Forward . . . Again! (w/ Bruce & Toni Hebel) - Episode 231 54:35

4M ago54:35

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Bruce and Toni Hebel know firsthand how the impact of refusing to forgive can destroy your life. Separate encounters with Jesus led both of them to experience healing and forgiveness that they didn't even know was available. Jesus truly set them free! They join Dale on today's 95Podcast to continue sharing about the power of forgiveness. They also …

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#217 Daniel Alfaro: Testimony 1:08:50

4M ago1:08:50

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By Julio Rodriguez

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On Pulpits and Politics 38:56

4M ago38:56

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This week on the podcast Stan and the guys discuss the dangers of culture, pulpit, and politics. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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Trading Shadows (w/ Dana Russell) - Episode 230 42:58

4M ago42:58

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Dana Russell had spent most of her adult life serving in ministry. However, a successful music ministry along with discipleship weekends that impacted thousands of young girls wasn't enough to heal a deep wound in her heart. The private pressure that she had been living under for decades eventually resulted in a very public extra marital affair. . …

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#216 Craig Cooper: Overflowing Mercies 1:01:56

4M ago1:01:56

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By Julio Rodriguez

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Brian Croft & Ronnie Martin — Redefining Productivity for a More Sustainable Ministry 50:35

4M ago50:35

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Brian Croft is the former Senior Pastor of Au-burn-dale Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky and is the Founder of Practical Shepherding. He is also Senior Fellow for the Mathena Center for Church Revitalization and an Adjunct Professor at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Ronnie Martin is founder and lead pastor of Substance Church (EFC…

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Preparing To Lead In Changing Times (w/ Kirk Mackie) - Episode 229 51:11

4M ago51:11

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Kirk Mackie is a leader of leaders. His vast experience in the local church as well as serving as a coach and spiritual mentor to many pastors has allowed him to view ministry from all sides. One of the best attributes of Kirk is his desire to keep learning and keep growing in his own personal leadership. Kirk joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to sha…

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79 - DeSizing the Church - Karl Vaters 47:52

4M ago47:52

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Karl Vaters joins Tom and Sean to talk about his new book De-Sizing the Church and how our obsession with bigness is hurting our witness.

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On Three Elements of a Healthy Church 33:29

4M ago33:29

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Stan and the guys discuss the Great Commission and Great Commandment. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgBy Stan Givens

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Struggling Well - Post Traumatic Growth (w/ Jon Sanders) - Episode 228 54:17

4M ago54:17

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Jon Sanders, 95Network’s Director of Coaching, joins today’s 95Podcast as a guest discussing his recent experience at a retreat provided by the Boulder Crest Foundation. The retreat is called Struggle Well. They specialize in providing opportunities to help public servants in the first responder field as well as military personal work through post-…

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Ryan Rush — Meals, Tables, and the Ministry of Jesus 38:40

5M ago38:40

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Ryan Rush, serves as pastor of Kingsland Baptist Church, in Katy, Texas. He has spent more than 20 years working in ministry, and during that time, he has been on a mission to connect church and home life, becoming a national voice for the “Faith at Home” movement. In over a decade serving as Adjunct Professor at Liberty University, he has taught m…

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#215 Vermon Pierre: Dearly Beloved: How God’s Love for His Church Deepens Our Love for Each Other 45:57

5M ago45:57

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In this episode, we dive into the heart of a transformative narrative with author and pastor Vermon Pierre, exploring the profound concept that our relationship with God mirrors a marriage. “Dearly Beloved” is more than a book; it’s a journey through the Bible that reveals the depth of God’s love for us and how it can shape our relationships with e…

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