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I sat down with the one and only Benjamin Bender for a conversation that went in a lot of great directions.
One of the big questions we wrestled with was this: How do you know if God has truly called you into ministry, or if you’re simply a gifted leader who happens to be good at it?
We talked about calling, leadership, ministry, faithfulness, and what it looks like to discern the difference.
I really believe this conversation will challenge, encourage, and edify you. I hope you’ll take some time to listen.
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I assert that Christians’ ultimate spiritual protection derives from Christ and not from remaining under the authority of a particular pastor. I explain that the phrase spiritual covering can be used well, but it is often taught in an unbiblical way that makes people fear leaving a specific pastor. I cite 1 Peter 5 and Acts 20 to show that pastors are shepherds who guard sound doctrine and care for the flock, not sovereign shields who grant spiritual immunity. I point to Ephesians 6 to show that believers are instructed to put on the full armor of God and to stand firm in faith against the schemes of the devil. I reassure listeners that leaving a pastor will not separate them from God, though leaving a healthy local church can bring practical losses such as sound teaching, fellowship, and accountability. We urge honoring faithful leaders, testing teaching by Scripture, and relying on Christ and personal faith for spiritual protection.
Takeaways:
I explain that the phrase 'spiritual covering' can be biblical but is often misused to control.
We assert that pastors are under-shepherds appointed to teach, guard doctrine, and shepherd, not to be ultimate protectors.
I point to Scripture, notably Ephesians six and First Peter five, showing that God supplies the armor of protection and that faith and God's word are the means by which believers resist spiritual attacks.
We caution that leaving a healthy local church may cause loss of sound teaching, fellowship, and accountability, though nothing can separate believers from God's care.
I urge Christians to honor and test pastoral teaching against Scripture, to stand firm in faith, and to trust Christ above any human leader.

On Today's Show:
Scripture Reading from the Legacy Standard Bible
Prayers from the 2019 Book of Common Prayer
Reading from Daily Readings From the Life of Christ by John MacArthur
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In today's episode, Pastor Dom is joined by Aaron Scheer, and together they discuss the holiness of God. The two discuss God's plans and sovereignty and how He works things out for His good.
For more info about Pastor Dom and the current church he is pastoring use the link below.
Desert Sky Baptist
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I recently sat down with Alan Gentges, candidate for Associate District Judge, for a conversation about faith, law, and why he decided to run for judge.
We talked about how he first entered the legal profession, some of the experiences that have shaped him as an attorney, what led him to pursue the bench, and the role his faith plays in the way he approaches his work.
I hope you enjoy the conversation and getting to know Alan a little better.
Find out more about hime at: Alan Gentges for Associate District Judge
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