Testimony Tuesday - CFM Pastors Share Their Stories

Big thanks to Gen-Lit Podcast for making this interview happen. Please give them a follow by following this link.⁠ Summary Today, we're sharing an episode of the Gen Lit Podcast from McAllen, TX. This is their recent interview with Emily Ciaccio, Wife of Pastor Steven Ciaccio, and daughter of Pastor Greg Mitchell. Emily shares her testimony of backsliding and returning to God after a near-fatal ca...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:17 Growing Up in a Muslim Home 05:17 Transition to Christianity 08:44 Challenges and Hesitations 13:08 Formative Years and Pursuit of Sports 15:50 Discovering True Christianity 18:08 Renewing the Mind and Letting Go of Cultural Habits 22:20 Hypocrisy in the Christian Community 25:34 Encounter with the Holy Spirit 28:57 Finding Community and Accountabil...

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Summary In this episode of Testimony Tuesday, Pastor Adam Dragoon interviews Pastor Junior Searight from Chandler, Arizona. Pastor Searight, raised by his father and stepmother, discusses his troubled youth involving hip-hop culture, drugs, and gangs. After realizing the need for change, he found solace in faith. He shares his experience of getting saved at a young age, the impact of this change,...

SUMMARY Pastor Adam Neil discusses his upbringing in a spiritual household, his church's growth, and the impact of their prison ministry. He shares insights on child-rearing, emphasizing love and teaching children about God's love and forgiveness. The conversation then turns to his book, "Divine Wilderness," which explores finding intimacy with God in wilderness experiences. Lastly, Pastor Neil di...

Summary In this episode of Unsung Heroes, Rianne Haff interviews Brittany Warren, who plays a crucial role in her church's community in San Pedro, California. Brittany, known for her welcoming nature and infectious laugh, discusses her journey from a non-religious upbringing and a past party lifestyle to her conversion and involvement in the church. She shares about her family, their move to Calif...

Summary Pastor Adam interviews Pastor Marius Farcaş, a missionary in Greece, who shares the challenges of adapting to Greek culture, and his upbringing in a Catholic family. Marius discusses the impact of communism on religious freedom in Romania and how it shaped his openness to the gospel. He recounts his first encounter with the church and the Bible, which changed his life. Marius emphasizes th...

Summary Pastor Cruz shares how God has radically changed his life and his work in Belize. They discuss the importance of investing in youth through events like boot camps and youth rallies. Pastor Cruz also highlights the impact of having a caring pastor and a supportive church community. He encourages listeners to give their lives to Jesus and trust in Him for restoration and fulfillment. Chapter...

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SUMMARYDavid Ajala, born in Nigeria and raised in the United States, discusses his past struggles in New York City. He faced challenges such as rough neighborhoods and negative influences. However, his life changed after his sister's conversion to Christianity sparked his interest in faith. While in college, he became a Christian, which he describes as a liberating experience. David shares a signi...

Summary: In this episode of Testimony Tuesday's Unsung Heroes, Rianne Haff interviews Carrie and Pastor Scott Grabowska, who have served God for 40 years. Carrie, formerly Mormon, found salvation at 11, rededicating herself to Christ later. She married Scott quickly after meeting. They discuss their ministry's early years, including challenges in Havelock, North Carolina, and trials in Tanzania, w...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pastor Pablo Catala 09:46 Growing Up in a Life of Crime and Violence 33:05 The Search for Answers and Encounter with Jesus 45:02 Making a Clean Break 55:04 Pioneering in Spanish Harlem 01:07:40 The Power of Transformation and the Role of a Pastor 01:18:11 Challenges and Growth in Living for God 01:26:47 The Importance of Compassion and Empathy 01:41:33 God's Plans an...

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Connection 01:09 Meeting in Bulgaria 06:09 Growing Up and Family Life 09:10 Military Service 16:09 Religious Background 24:35 Service in Vietnam and Injury 33:29 AWOL from the Army 34:09 Facing Death 34:53 Encountering Jesus 35:27 Moving to Globe, Arizona 36:24 Life in Globe, Arizona 38:48 Marriage and Struggles 39:56 Run-In with the Police 41:14 Escaping the Police...

Summary Daphne Dillard shares her personal journey of growing up in a broken home and experiencing rejection and hurt. She talks about how she found salvation and how her relationship with God transformed her life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:09 Daphne's Role as an Unsung Hero 09:23 Daphne's Childhood and Family Life 09:53 Daphne's Introduction to Christianity 24:10 Daphne's Salv...

Summary: Pastor Louie Lobato shares his testimony of growing up in a pastor's house and the influence of his father's ministry. He talks about his salvation experience at a young age and its impact on his life. Pastor Lobato also discusses the challenges of comparing his testimony to others and the importance of understanding the condition of the heart. He emphasizes the value of learning from oth...

Summary This episode of the Taking the Land podcast features Pastor Angel Ortiz, who shares his testimony of transformation from a life of crime and gang involvement to becoming a pastor. He joined gangs at a young age and was involved in criminal activities such as theft and drug dealing. However, his involvement in sports, particularly football and wrestling, gave him a sense of belonging and pu...

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For this first Testimony Tuesday of the year, we are so grateful that Pastor Campbell allowed us to come to his place over the Thanksgiving holiday toward the end of last year to record this wide-compassing interview. Need more? There is a lot more footage that was taken around the property. The premium version features a drive-around town with both Pastor Campbell. This is the stuff of history bo...

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