In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Pastor Craig discusses the importance of having a productive faith that goes beyond mere profession. He emphasizes that Jesus expects believers to bear fruit in their lives, which reflects their relationship with Him. The conversation explores the significance of community, accountability, and maintaining spiritual habits to ensure that believers remain fruitful. Craig warns against distractions that can lead to a fruitless life and encourages listeners to take action in their faith journey, highlighting that the world is watching and needs to see the evidence of a living faith.

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In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Pastor Craig Walden discusses the story of Jesus cursing the fig tree as a metaphor for the expectations God has for His people. He emphasizes that while Jesus embodies gentleness, He also represents justice and has high expectations for His followers. The fig tree serves as a warning against merely appearing to be fruitful without actually producing good works. The conversation encourages listeners to reflect on their faith and the authenticity of their Christian walk.

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In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Craig discusses the importance of personal invitations to church, sharing statistics that reveal how few people receive such invitations. Mackenzie shares her personal testimony of how an invitation transformed her life and led her to a supportive church community. Craig emphasizes the need for persistence and resourcefulness in inviting friends to Jesus, encouraging listeners to overcome obstacles and make an effort to bring others to faith.

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In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Pastor Craig discusses the importance of community, prayer, and evangelism in the Christian faith. He emphasizes the need for effort in bringing friends to Jesus, the significance of fasting and prayer, and the vision for church growth and reproduction. The conversation is anchored in biblical teachings, particularly from Mark Chapter Two, illustrating how friends can support each other in faith and the necessity of overcoming rejection in outreach efforts.

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In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Pastor Craig Walden discusses the significance of the New Year as a time for personal transformation. He emphasizes the ineffectiveness of New Year's resolutions and encourages listeners to make spiritual commitments instead. The conversation delves into the importance of breaking ungodly habits and living a life that reflects one's faith in Christ, drawing from biblical teachings, particularly from Ephesians. The episode serves as a call to action for listeners to embrace change and seek a deeper relationship with God in the coming year.

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In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Pastor Craig Walden discusses the significance of prayer and fasting in the Christian faith. He emphasizes the importance of believing in God's power to bring breakthroughs in our lives and encourages listeners to approach God with confidence, knowing they have access to His grace. The conversation also highlights the need for patience in prayer and the preparation for a season of fasting, culminating in an invitation for listeners to deepen their relationship with God.

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In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Pastor Craig Walden discusses the importance of prayer and fasting, particularly in the context of overcoming challenges and strongholds in life. He emphasizes that certain situations require a deeper level of prayer, fueled by fasting, to see breakthroughs. The conversation explores themes of faith, doubt, and the necessity of expecting God to work in our lives, encouraging listeners to strengthen their prayer life and trust in God's power.

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