[EP 4] Down but not out w/ Thadius Sales

Thadius Sales shares his journey of encountering Jesus and finding love and acceptance in the church. Despite growing up in a non-Christian home, Thadius was drawn to church through a vacation Bible school and the love of other children. He experienced a heartwarming encounter with God and felt called to preach which was met with an opposing force of rejection and past hurts. Through reconciliation and the support of a discipleship group, Thadius found healing and a deeper understanding of God's forgiveness. The conversation covers topics such as reconciliation, discipleship, the challenges of pastoring, and the current season of growth in the church. Takeaways:• God's grace can lead us to encounters with Jesus, even in unexpected ways.• Reconciliation with others and with our past can bring healing and freedom.• Sharing our struggles and seeking accountability can help us grow in our faith and overcome past mistakes. • Accountability and mentorship are important for personal growth and maturity in faith.• Pastoring can be challenging, especially when dealing with the opinions and expectations of others.• The current season in the church is marked by an influx of young families seeking stability and spiritual guidance.• Focusing on what truly matters in ministry and being open to the leading of the Holy Spirit is crucial for the church's growth and impact.• Appreciating different perspectives and traditions within the body of Christ brings richness to the faith.• The biggest prayer should be for genuine faith and revival in the church.• It is important to examine our faith and ensure that it is driving us to produce fruit.• The Screw Tape Letters by C.S. Lewis provide insights into the enemy's tactics.________________________________________________AUTHENTIC PODCAST MINISTRY LINKS:https://linktr.ee/authenticpodcastSUPPORT:https://authenticpodcast.captivate.fm/support________________________________________________FIRST EVER EPISODE!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rZiTcvF8sY&t=5392s________________________________________________LATEST TEACHING:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2ZIjXgkiQA&t=177s