Listen "When Saying Yes Changes Everything: Trusting God’s Call"
Episode Synopsis
Join hosts Don Patterson and Rowan Miller on Relish as they explore what it means to trust God, accept a calling, and live out faith in everyday life. In this episode they discuss why many churches meet on Sunday mornings, the biblical roots of worship timing, and contemporary approaches churches use to reach visitors and form deeper discipleship rhythms.
Don and Rowan dig into Scripture—Acts 1 and Philippians 2—to reflect on Jesus’ humanity and divinity, the incarnation, and how Christ’s humility models Christian service. Through personal stories, the hosts share moments when they trusted God: stepping into podcasting, accepting unexpected pastoral roles at Kelowna Mennonite, and stretching into mission work and public speaking.
The conversation turns practical and pastoral: the importance of saying yes to God’s nudges, finding mentors, and how giftedness and God’s equipping often unfold over time. They also address the consequences of denying a call, the need to confess and move forward, and the joy and growth that come from obedience.
Listeners will also hear a sober reminder about global church challenges—leadership shortages and persecution, with a spotlight on ministry work in Nigeria and the Anabaptist Peace Center—and an invitation to support leaders and ministries in need. Whether you’re discerning a call, leading a congregation, or simply curious about Christian vocation, this episode offers scripture-rich reflection, real-life testimony, and encouragement to say yes to where God is leading.
Do you have questions for Pastor Don? send them to [email protected]
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos
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Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish
Don and Rowan dig into Scripture—Acts 1 and Philippians 2—to reflect on Jesus’ humanity and divinity, the incarnation, and how Christ’s humility models Christian service. Through personal stories, the hosts share moments when they trusted God: stepping into podcasting, accepting unexpected pastoral roles at Kelowna Mennonite, and stretching into mission work and public speaking.
The conversation turns practical and pastoral: the importance of saying yes to God’s nudges, finding mentors, and how giftedness and God’s equipping often unfold over time. They also address the consequences of denying a call, the need to confess and move forward, and the joy and growth that come from obedience.
Listeners will also hear a sober reminder about global church challenges—leadership shortages and persecution, with a spotlight on ministry work in Nigeria and the Anabaptist Peace Center—and an invitation to support leaders and ministries in need. Whether you’re discerning a call, leading a congregation, or simply curious about Christian vocation, this episode offers scripture-rich reflection, real-life testimony, and encouragement to say yes to where God is leading.
Do you have questions for Pastor Don? send them to [email protected]
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319
Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish
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