Better Together

How an Accident Led a Lost Man to the Lord – Steve Hicks & Sal Zagsaw

Steve Hicks and Sal Zagsaw of Grace FWB Church in Selma, CA, share about the providential encounter that led to Sal accepting Christ and now serving in his local church. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Salvation

West Virginia Free Will Baptist History – Rickie Holstein

Rickie Holstein, promotional director for the West Virginia State Association of Free Will Baptists, discusses “A DNA Timeline of West Virginia Free Will Baptist History” and the importance of recording our history.

My Friend Al Braca – Charolette Tallent

“I’m going to heaven—who’s coming with me?”

Charolette Tallent tells the story of Al Braca, who died in the World Trade Center attacks September 11, 2001. Al lived his Christian life intentionally and with purpose and was able to lead many to the Lord during the events of that tragic day. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #September11 #WorldTradeCenter

Teacher, Scholar, Shepherd - Essays in Honor of Dr. Robert E. Picirilli - Matthew S. Bracey & Phillip Morgan

“It exposes you broadly to the sorts of things that [Dr. Picirilli] has contributed to Free Will Baptist scholarship and beyond over the years.”

General editors Matthew Steven Bracey and Phillip Morgan preview “Teacher, Scholar, Shepherd - Essays in Honor of Dr. Robert E. Picirilli,” a new release from D6 Family. Order now: https://bit.ly/3VqfqPH. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Honor #NewRelease

The Submissive Christian – Dr. Robert Picirilli

Free Will Baptist scholar and author Dr. Robert Picirilli joins the podcast to discuss his book, “The Submissive Christian,” an analysis of biblical material on humility and meekness in five key relationships. The book is available from D6 Family: https://bit.ly/3KwpMZh. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Christianity #Submission #Humility #Meekness #Relationships

What to Expect Wednesday Evening at the Convention - Noah Taylor

Noah Taylor, pastor of Evergreen Church, will speak in the Wednesday night service at the 2024 National Convention. He previews his sermon of our role in reaching the world for Christ with the theme “Do the Word…By Reaching the World,” from James 5:19-20 and Romans 10:14-17.

Find all convention information at https://nafwb.org/convention/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #DoersOfTheWord #James5

The Tools ETA Has for You – Yvonne Thigpen

Yvonne Thigpen, president of the Evangelical Training Association (ETA), joins the podcast to discuss the variety of training courses, resources, and tools they have available for training lay leaders for ministry in the local church. Find more at https://www.etaworld.org. #NAFWB #BetterTogether

What to Expect at This Year's Convention - Derek Altom & Ryan Lewis

Derek Altom and Ryan Lewis preview the 2024 National Convention and Vertical Three Conference, including what attendees can expect in Tampa and what will be offered for those unable to be there in person.

Pre-Registration for the convention is open through June 21. Find all convention information at https://nafwb.org/convention/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #DoersOfTheWord #v3con24

From Doubter to Disciple – Pedro & Rebecca Garcia

“I was an atheist, but you cannot deny goodness when you are in front of it…period.”

Pedro and Rebecca Garcia share the story of Pedro’s conversion from atheism, including the influence Rebecca had on him through kindness and hospitality.

Pedro is Outreach Director at The Donelson Fellowship. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Conversion #Disciple #Atheism

Making the Handoff From One Church to the Next - Dr. Danny Conn & David Potete

Forty million people in the U.S. have stopped attending church over the last 25 years, with a major reason being that they have moved to a different city.

When Andy and Robin moved to Chicago from Dr. Danny Conn’s church in Pensacola, he immediately contacted David Potete and Northwest Community Church, and they were able to help the couple transition to a church where they were ready and willing to serve. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #TheGreatDechurching #Church