EPISODE · Apr 9, 2024 · 33 MIN
"Maybe There Is a Reason to Live!" Carmen Morales | UNSUNG HEROES
from Testimony Tuesday - CFM Pastors Share Their Stories · host Adam Dragoon
Find a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.org SUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM: Subscribe for only $2.99/month on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/ Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:53 Childhood and Family Dynamics 04:03 Traumatic Experience and Distrust of Men 05:22 Parents' Relationship and Siblings 06:21 Religious Background 06:52 Attempted Suicide and Divine Intervention 08:11 Meeting and Marrying Her Husband 09:16 Getting Saved 10:26 Encouragement for Those Who Have Gone Through Similar Experiences 12:02 The Role of Music in Carmen's Life 13:29 Lack of Spiritual Experiences Before Salvation 14:09 Salvation Story 16:19 Transformation in Marriage 20:42 Relationship with Children and Grandchildren 20:54 Becoming a Grandmother and Discipleship Experience 21:47 Embracing a New Life and Healing 22:18 Forgiveness and Healing in Relationships 23:15 Trusting God and Growing Stronger 24:19 Reconciliation with Parents 25:02 Keeping the Promise and Dealing with Past Trauma 25:52 Facing Prejudice and Overcoming Rejection 26:13 Challenges of Prejudice and Building Confidence 27:41 Thriving in a Multicultural Church 29:05 Learning to Trust and Overcoming Fear 30:02 Entering Pastoral Ministry 31:03 Experiencing Miracles and God's Personal Care 31:22 Discipleship and Building Relationships 31:53 Ministry Experiences in Miami and Virginia 32:07 Visiting Fellowship Church in Florida 43:20 Taking Over the Church in Florida 43:58 Advice for Pastor's Wives 45:05 Challenges of Taking Over the Church 46:31 Seeing Revival and Growth 47:14 Transition to Norfolk 48:26 Growth and Maturity in Ministry 49:22 Praying for Children's Salvation 50:39 Encouragement for Moms with Unsaved Children 53:11 Involvement in Music Ministry 53:57 Looking Forward to the Future 54:20 Number of Churches in the Network 54:24 Role in Supporting Church Planting 55:18 Encouraging Others in Ministry 56:13 Becoming an Encourager 57:16 Love for Dogs and Therapy Dog 57:59 Favorite Book and Scripture 58:38 Sermon that Changed the Course of Life 58:58 Impact of Friends in Discipleship 59:40 Prayer Requests 01:00:02 Keeping Busy When Husband is Away --- We need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369 --- Visit our sponsors: ***FEATURED*** Global Passport Express: Mention this ad to get a 10% discount on all services: https://bit.ly/TTL-GPE Pastor Mike Ashcraft's Financial Services: (310) 403-6471 10% Discount Off First Order from Advanced Creative Design: [email protected] $100 Credit for Text In Church: https://bit.ly/TTL-TIC
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Find a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.org SUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM: Subscribe for only $2.99/month on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/ Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:53 Childhood and Family Dynamics 04:03 Traumatic Experience and Distrust of Men 05:22 Parents' Relationship and Siblings 06:21 Religious Background 06:52 Attempted Suicide and Divine Intervention 08:11 Meeting and Marrying Her Husband 09:16 Getting Saved 10:26 Encouragement for Those Who Have Gone Through Similar Experiences 12:02 The Role of Music in Carmen's Life 13:29 Lack of Spiritual Experiences Before Salvation 14:09 Salvation Story 16:19 Transformation in Marriage 20:42 Relationship with Children and Grandchildren 20:54 Becoming a Grandmother and Discipleship Experience 21:47 Embracing a New Life and Healing 22:18 Forgiveness and Healing in Relationships 23:15 Trusting God and Growing Stronger 24:19 Reconciliation with Parents 25:02 Keeping the Promise and Dealing with Past Trauma 25:52 Facing Prejudice and Overcoming Rejection 26:13 Challenges of Prejudice and Building Confidence 27:41 Thriving in a Multicultural Church 29:05 Learning to Trust and Overcoming Fear 30:02 Entering Pastoral Ministry 31:03 Experiencing Miracles and God's Personal Care 31:22 Discipleship and Building Relationships 31:53 Ministry Experiences in Miami and Virginia 32:07 Visiting Fellowship Church in Florida 43:20 Taking Over the Church in Florida 43:58 Advice for Pastor's Wives 45:05 Challenges of Taking Over the Church 46:31 Seeing Revival and Growth 47:14 Transition to Norfolk 48:26 Growth and Maturity in Ministry 49:22 Praying for Children's Salvation 50:39 Encouragement for Moms with Unsaved Children 53:11 Involvement in Music Ministry 53:57 Looking Forward to the Future 54:20 Number of Churches in the Network 54:24 Role in Supporting Church Planting 55:18 Encouraging Others in Ministry 56:13 Becoming an Encourager 57:16 Love for Dogs and Therapy Dog 57:59 Favorite Book and Scripture 58:38 Sermon that Changed the Course of Life 58:58 Impact of Friends in Discipleship 59:40 Prayer Requests 01:00:02 Keeping Busy When Husband is Away --- We need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369 --- Visit our sponsors: ***FEATURED*** Global Passport Express: Mention this ad to get a 10% discount on all services: https://bit.ly/TTL-GPE Pastor Mike Ashcraft's Financial Services: (310) 403-6471 10% Discount Off First Order from Advanced Creative Design: [email protected] $100 Credit for Text In Church: https://bit.ly/TTL-TIC
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