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Church Planting & Kingdom Multiplication | The Well Podcast S3E18 May 05, 2025

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In this episode of The Well Podcast, host Chad Glover and special guest Vance Pittman, President of the Send Network, dive into topics of church planting, kingdom living, biblical leadership, and authentic discipleship. Vance shares his incredible journey from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, to leading the largest church planting network in North America—Send Network. Discover how Luke 4 shaped his mission to help plant over 1,000 churches a year, and how intimacy with Christ—not just ministry—should be the foundation of our lives. Join Chad and Vance as they discuss... The difference between “doing” for God and “being” with God (John 15) The greatest obstacle to being a sending church How to engage in the activity of the kingdom of God The importance of being a sending church Our intimacy with Christ should be the foundation of our lives. Whether you’re passionate about church planting, leadership, spiritual growth, or advancing the gospel, this episode offers practical wisdom and encouragement! More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/  Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

Are You Ready for the Return of Christ? | The Well Podcast S3E17 Apr 28, 2025

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In this episode of The Well Podcast, Pastor Phil and host Les Norman discuss how believers should prepare for the return of Christ. Comfort, prosperity, and cultural distractions can lull believers into spiritual slumber. We need to wake up, redeem our time, and prepare for the return of Christ.

As we anticipate the return of Christ, we need to stay alert, active, and engaged in our faith. Let’s be a church awake, alive, and ready, living every day as if Christ is returning!

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What Is the Day of the Lord?

https://livingproof.co/1-thessalonians-5-what-is-the-day-of-the-lord/

What Is the Strong Delusion God Will Send in the Last Days?

https://livingproof.co/what-is-the-strong-delusion-god-will-send/

3 Prophetic Signs of the Second Coming You Need to Know

https://livingproof.co/prophetic-signs-of-the-second-coming/

What Happens at the Great White Throne Judgment?

https://livingproof.co/what-happens-at-the-great-white-throne-judgment/

The 7-Year Tribulation | Trouble Is on the Way

https://livingproof.co/the-7-year-tribulation/

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The Rapture, the Bride, and the Return of Christ

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The Origins of Easter | The Well Podcast S3E16 Apr 21, 2025

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Do the origins of Easter begin with the resurrection of Jesus? In this special Easter conversation, Pastor Phil and host Les Norman explore the history and origins of Easter, debunking common misconceptions and exploring the true foundation of the Christian faith—the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Pastor Phil answers pressing questions about Easter, including: Is Easter a pagan holiday? Where do colored Easter eggs come from? How do we know that the resurrection is true? What is the evidence of the resurrection? What does the resurrection mean for our daily life? Pastor Phil and Les walk listeners through the real story behind Easter, its traditions, and the hope we find in Christ. Whether you’re wrestling with doubts or just want to grow in your faith, this episode will offer clarity and encouragement. Are you finding yourself with questions about Jesus—who He truly was, the meaning behind His death, or the impact of His resurrection? Find answers here! Articles: https://livingproof.co/life-death-and-resurrection-of-christ-we-have-a-living-hope/ https://livingproof.co/how-to-die-to-self-daily/ https://livingproof.co/how-to-prepare-your-heart-for-easter/ https://livingproof.co/what-does-the-bible-say-about-the-resurrection/ https://livingproof.co/finding-freedom-in-jesus-death-burial-and-resurrection/ https://livingproof.co/how-to-do-communion-at-home-communion-prayer/ https://livingproof.co/how-to-become-a-follower-of-jesus/ Worship Songs: https://livingproof.co/worship-resources-it-is-finished-single/ https://livingproof.co/jesus-ep/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/  Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

Intimacy and Vulnerability in Marriage | The Well Podcast S3E15 Apr 14, 2025

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In this episode of The Well Podcast, Pastor Phil and host Les Norman talk about how insecurities impact our relational intimacy and vulnerability with God, our spouses, and our community. We are all born with hearts traumatized by sin, but we were made for connection and intimacy. Our insecurities because of sin are carried into marriage and often cause patterns of dysfunction. Sharing those insecurities with your spouse and community requires humility, grace, and vulnerability. Join Pastor Phil and Les as they answer questions like… How do you deal with insecurities in relationships? How do couples identify the dysfunctions in their marriages? How should spouses respond when their mate shares an insecurity with them? What are the fruits of repentance? More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/  Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

Walking in Love | The Well Podcast S3E14 Apr 07, 2025

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Clayton King is back on The Well podcast with Pastor Phil and Les Norman to talk about walking in love and keeping the fire alive in marriage. Clayton challenges us to answer the question, “Are you walking in love right now?” Falling in love is just the beginning. Walking in love for a lifetime is the real treasure. Walking in love is a daily habit. In marriage, you can’t maximize the gift God has given you in your spouse and the idea of being one flesh if you aren’t walking in love. You become one flesh when you get married, but the goal is to continue to grow in the depth of friendship over time. The Song of Solomon is a beautiful illustration of the gift of friendship God gives married couples in their spouses. We need to understand how God delights in us so we can learn how to delight in our spouses. Your goal is to be the world’s leading expert on your spouse and know them intimately. Walking in love is a miracle, a choice, and a work, because love is more than something you fall into. Clayton shares three steps married Christian couples should take to keep the fire alive in their marriage: Pray together Regularly attend worship services together Talk about spiritual things The primary goal of marriage is not individual happiness, but corporate holiness for the glory of God. God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him. When you’re looking to your spouse to bring you happiness, you are looking at them to bring you something only Jesus can do for you. The only one who will love you perfectly without fail is Jesus. True love is when you know somebody intimately, with all their hitches and hang-ups, and yet you still love them. The goal isn’t for you to change your spouse, but to love them the way they are. Walking in love requires time, effort, and sacrifice. You won’t drift into a marriage that is full of love. You have to stoke the flames! Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Order Pastor Phil’s new book, Living Your Love Story ↴ https://livingproof.co/resources/living-your-love-story/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ #AbundantLife #Sermon #Jesus #Marriage #Walkinginlove More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/  Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

Generosity and the Kingdom of God | The Well Podcast S3E13 Mar 31, 2025

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In this episode of The Well podcast, Pastor Phil and Pastor Chad talk about the Sermon on the Mount and what that sermon reveals about the Kingdom of God and stewarding our treasures. The Kingdom of God is the rule of God in our hearts. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus declares Himself the Messiah and tells us what the Kingdom of God is all about. When we receive Jesus as the King of our lives, we are welcomed into an upside-down kingdom where things are completely opposite from the world. Jesus tells us that where your treasure is, there your heart is. If you know how to see money biblically, you know that God doesn’t want you to give it all away. He wants you to understand that He owns it and that it all belongs to Him. We are only stewards of the money God has given us. What does it take to be generous? You don’t have to be rich to be generous; you just have to be generous. Generosity is born out of the size of the sacrifice, not out of the size of the gift. In the Kingdom of God, the generous person is the one who sacrifices to give their gift. Money is amoral. It is not the issue, but your attitude toward it is the issue. If you don’t have the right perspective on money, you’ll never have enough of it. When money is what you treasure on earth, you’ll always desire a little bit more. But if you are saving and stewarding your money wisely, recognizing it all belongs to God, you can enjoy the things God gives you. Are you the kind of person God can trust with more money? If you can’t be faithful with the little things, God cannot trust you with the bigger things. Anytime you play it safe, you’re not living to the glory of God. As a Father, God wants to bless His sons and daughters. God blesses you not based on what you have, but based on what you do with what you have. Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Order Pastor Phil’s new book, Living Your Love Story ↴ https://livingproof.co/resources/living-your-love-story/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ #AbundantLife #Sermon #Jesus #Obedience #KingdomofGod More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/  Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

Who is My Neighbor? | The Well Podcast S3E12 Mar 24, 2025

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In this episode of The Well Podcast, Pastor Phil and Pastor Chad talk about the parable of the Good Samaritan and answer the question, “Who is my neighbor?” The Jews thought that loving their neighbor meant loving people who were like them and who were close to them. But Jesus challenged that mindset with the parable of the Good Samaritan. The parable of the Good Samaritan teaches us that we have to balance our care for people with sharing the gospel. If we’re not sharing the gospel, then what have we accomplished when we care for people? The most prevailing emotion Jesus expressed in the gospels was compassion. You can’t love God and not love your neighbor, and vice versa. As you grow in your love for God, you should be growing in your heart and compassion for the weak. Does loving your neighbor mean you should help everyone who is in need at any time and in any way possible? Sometimes, if we can’t do everything, we just decide to do nothing. The reality is, you can’t do everything, but God is calling you to do something. Do for someone what you wish you could do for everyone. The parable of the Good Samaritan is a story about preserving human life, caring for people, and believing that everyone has value in God’s eyes. The Samaritan believed that everyone matters to God, and he allowed compassion to move him to action. Your identity dictates your activity. If your identity is rooted in Jesus, you will love your neighbor because Jesus loves them. Join the pastors as they discuss how to love your neighbor and be moved with compassion! Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Order Pastor Phil’s new book, Living Your Love Story ↴ https://livingproof.co/resources/living-your-love-story/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ Join our mission by sponsoring a child today! https://livingproof.co/get-involved/outreach/compassion/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ #AbundantLife #Sermon #Jesus #Obedience #Loveyourneighbor More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/  Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

The Dangers of Covetousness | The Well Podcast S3E11 Mar 17, 2025

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In this episode of The Well Podcast, Pastor Phil and Les talk about idolatry, greed, and covetousness. Our idols lie dormant, but they can quickly resurrect themselves at any time. The way you battle idolatry is by intentionally pursuing the things God treasures. Don’t wait until you feel like treasuring it. Start pursuing it even when your heart doesn’t fully treasure it! Pursuing the things of God and the things of heaven is how you battle covetousness and greed and develop a heart for what God loves. Jesus taught that your spirituality cannot be measured by what you have materially. Your heart follows your treasure. Covetousness takes us away from living the abundant life. When you live a life that’s greedy, you are consumed by your idols. No matter how much you make, if you don’t deal with your greed, it will never feel like enough. You don’t battle covetousness by making more money, but by purposefully living generously. Jesus talked about money more than any other subject. He knew that for those people who don’t know the abundant life in Christ, money will be their god and their master. Until we change our mindset about money, we will never fully give our hearts to God as our master. You can’t be thankful without first being grateful. Contentment comes from godliness, which is pursuing God and valuing the things of God. Thankfulness comes from being content with what God gave us. When you understand God is the Author of your life and everything you have is because of His grace, your begin to live with the mindset of a steward of your lives and resources. Use the things God has given you for His glory and to bring eternal fruit. If you don’t do that, you squander what God gave you instead of stewarding what God gave you. We run an eternal race with an imperishable crown. If we run for the right things, we’ll get that imperishable crown one day. Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Order Pastor Phil’s new book, Living Your Love Story ↴ https://livingproof.co/resources/living-your-love-story/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ #AbundantLife #Sermon #Jesus #Obedience #Covetousness More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/  Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

A Changed Life Changes Lives | The Well Podcast S3E10 Mar 10, 2025

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In this episode of The Well Podcast, Pastor Phil and Les are joined by Pastor Jonathan Buttram, the pastor of Re:generation recovery ministry at Abundant Life. Pastor Jonathan talks about the life change he has seen through Re:generation and shares his testimony of coming to faith in Jesus. Re:generation is a transformative ministry that combines discipleship and recovery, offering a path to freedom, peace, and hope for both the spiritually healthy and those struggling. Everyone has struggles, and Satan wants to steal, kill, and destroy the things God wants to do through us. Re:generation is about taking back stolen ground from the enemy and reconciling people to bear God’s witness. Healing is a journey, not a destiny. We have to go through a daily process of taking our thoughts captive because the lies of the enemy create a counterfeit reality that takes us into captivity and stops us from living life abundantly. But Jesus said the truth will set us free. If you believe what He says, He will restore you to abundant life. As believers, our job is to reproduce and carry the message of reconciliation to the world through evangelism and discipleship. The world emphasizes head knowledge, but God desires heart transformation. Biblical discipleship is about building a relationship with another believer and passing on maturity and wisdom to them. A changed life changes lives. When we receive the Holy Spirit, we receive the power of God, and we get to be a supernatural witness to the lost people around us. Think intentionally and purposefully about seeking relationships and opportunities to share Jesus with people. Two questions to ask yourself if you’re a follower of Jesus: Am I living out the Great Commission? Am I living out the Great Commandment? The call of every Christian is to reach the lost with the gospel and teach them how to follow Jesus. There are many forms of discipleship, so we encourage you to prayerfully consider what next step God is inviting you to take and anticipate the life change He is going to bring! Learn more about Re:generation recovery ministry at Abundant Life: https://livingproof.co/get-involved/groups/recovery/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Order Pastor Phil’s new book, Living Your Love Story ↴ https://livingproof.co/resources/living-your-love-story/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ #AbundantLife #Sermon #Jesus #Obedience #LifeChange More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/  Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

The Gift of Abundant Life | The Well Podcast S3E9 Mar 03, 2025

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In this episode of The Well podcast, Pastor Phil, Les, and Olivia talk about how to follow Jesus as the Good Shepherd and live the abundant life He offers. They emphasize that following Jesus is about more than just salvation; it's about pursuing sanctification and consecrating your life to Him. We receive the gift of life abundantly when we confess Jesus as our Savior and consecrate our lives to Him. Many Christians today are like the Ancient Israelites, with enough faith to get out of Egypt but not enough faith to come into the Promised Land. The Israelites chose to wander in the wilderness for 40 years because they forgot God’s faithfulness. If we want to live abundantly, we cannot settle for an average or apathetic life. We must remember and rely on God’s faithfulness to have the endurance to press on toward the fullness of His promises. Our primary calling is to intimacy with God, not ministry. The conversation highlights the importance of growing intimacy with God, recognizing that true growth comes from God's work in believers, not their work for God. Listeners are challenged to examine what might be hindering them from fully embracing the gift of life abundantly in Jesus. Pastor Phil shares a transformational truth that has sustained him through 25 years of ministry: the difference between commitment and consecration. He emphasizes that Jesus calls believers to a daily Calvary road of suffering, requiring them to deny themselves and take up their cross daily. Referencing Ephesians 6, he also discusses spiritual warfare and the need to "stand" on the finished work of Calvary, resisting the enemy's attempts to steal the ground Christ has already won. Fruitfulness comes from remaining in Christ. The abundant life is a life of eternal value with supernatural power, freedom, victory, and liberty that we could not live apart from Christ. Don’t forget to click the “bell” to SUBSCRIBE to get more videos like this to grow your faith! Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Order Pastor Phil’s new book, Living Your Love Story ↴ https://livingproof.co/resources/living-your-love-story/ Be a part of the Great Commission: https://livingproof.co/irresistible/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ #AbundantLife #Sermon #Jesus #Obedience #Giftoflife More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/  Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.

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