Move Your Heart Val Brown

Pastor Chris Ball shares his story of walking life's rocky road to victorious living in Jesus.

He tells his story of:


searching for love in human relationships, which ended in heartache,
experiencing loss, then recovering, and finding victory in life's difficult circumstances; and
finding abiding love in Christ and in his relationship with his wife, Carol.

Other highlights from this conversation:

Val Brown and Chris Ball discuss the importance of maintaining faith in God despite recognizable flaws and mistakes in the Church or experiencing "church hurt."

They touch on the concept of deconstructing and reconstructing one's faith, emphasizing the need to hold onto the foundation of truth. Chris says, deconstructing and reconstructing one's faith can be a healthy process for growth and change.

They also explore the significance of having a vibrant and intimate relationship with God and finding love and purpose in Him.

Pastor Chris and his wife Carol, also an ordained pastor, share a passion for supporting other pastors and leaders in ministry.

Contact Information:

Elim Bible College: Elim.edu

Elim Fellowship: Elimfellowship.org

Pastor Chris Ball: 1stlight1@gmail.com


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Are you struggling to find your true identity and purpose?

Show guest Carol Ball shares how she went from reckless living to finding her true identity through faith in and relationship with Jesus Christ; she followed His leading and discovered her purpose.

With great passion, Carol emphasizes that God is calling everyone, and He has a meaningful and satisfying purpose for each one.

Would you like to know your true identity and purpose?

Takeaways:


We find our true identity and purpose in our relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
God loves and forgives us unconditionally, and it's never too late to come back to Him.
God calls each of us to a unique purpose and equips us for it, even if we feel inadequate.
Conviction and godly sorrow lead to repentance and forgiveness, not condemnation.
God's character is compassionate, gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love, and faithfulness.
Our identity in Christ is foundational and shapes every aspect of our lives. Discovering our calling and purpose starts with a desire and an inquiry to God.
Knowing our identity in Christ is crucial before engaging in ministry.
God speaks to us in various ways, and being open to His guidance is essential.
Every stage of life has purpose, and intercessory prayer is a powerful ministry for all.

Connect with Carol:

carolball@elimfellowship.org

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During their discussion, Val and her guest, Jim Greene, draw parallels between Jim's 44 years of experience constructing physical structures and the importance of building a firm foundation in life.

Highlighted is the significance of building our lives on the foundation of Jesus Christ and relying on Him for transformation.

Jim shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction and finding purpose in helping others through Celebrate Life, the ministry his wife, pastor Jackie Greene, and he founded.

Takeaways


Building a firm foundation in life is crucial for withstanding the storms and challenges we face.
Identifying and addressing the root causes of cracks and weaknesses in our lives is essential for lasting transformation.
Standing on the foundation of Jesus Christ provides stability and peace in the midst of uncertainty.
Service and helping others can be a powerful catalyst for personal growth and overcoming struggles.
A living connection with God is essential for strength and security.
Leaving a legacy involves investing in the lives of others and caring for the community.
God is the master builder who can rescue and redeem us, no matter how broken we may be.

Scriptural Foundation: Luke 6:46-49, Matthew 7:21-27, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Psalm 118:10-14

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To discover the type of prayers God will answer, we can look at the prophet Elijah. He was a man with a nature like ours, a man of great faith, yet susceptible to fear--much like us.


Summary

In this episode, Val Brown discusses the power of prayer and the conditions under which God answers prayers. She emphasizes the importance of faith and righteousness in approaching God with our requests.

Val shares the story of Elijah and his prayers for rain, highlighting the persistence and obedience required in prayer.

She also explores the role of angels in answered prayer.

Val concludes by encouraging listeners to have open hearts and ears to hear God's still small voice and to respond in obedience.

Takeaways


Prayer is a powerful tool that allows us to make requests and petitions to God.
God invites us to come to Him in prayer and have a personal relationship with Him.
Prayers that God will answer are those prayed in faith and in alignment with His will.
Persistence and obedience are key in prayer, as demonstrated by Elijah's prayers for rain.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Prayer

04:14 Prayers that God Will Answer

07:04 The Condition of Mankind

08:59 The Role of Faith in Prayer13:16The Righteousness of God

14:44 Persistence in Prayer

23:04 The Story of Elijah

30:00 Elijah's Prayer for Rain

41:40 Elijah's Victory on Mount Carmel

45:00 Elijah's Flight and Encounter with God

54:11 Conclusion and Encouragement




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Why do bad things happen to good people? It wasn't always this way.



In this episode, Val Brown interviews Bob Santos, founder of Search For Me Ministries, Inc.

In this conversation, Bob utilizes the Word of God to learn the source of evil and our pain and suffering because of it. He shares how to have a relationship with our loving Creator, who promised to turn all things for good to those who love Him.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Free download of E-books and a wealth of other Christian growth resources from Bob's website: https://sfme.org/⁠.

Must-Reads from the Word of God:


Genesis, chapters 1-3
Psalm 115:16
1 John 4:8
2 Timothy 3:12
Jeremiah 29:11-13
Isaiah 55:6-9
Romans 8:28-29a
Psalm 73



Episode Takeaways




God made mankind in His image to enjoy and have dominion over His creation.
Bad things happen to good people because we live in a fallen world.
We can find our true identity in God and His perspective of us.
God offers mercy, forgiveness, and the promise that He causes all things to work together for good for those who love Him.
Having a relationship with God and growing to spiritual maturity are essential for a fulfilling Christian life.
God uses ordinary people to accomplish His purposes and desires.
Seeking God's understanding and perspective reveals His goodness even in the most difficult circumstances.



Chapters



00:00 Introduction

03:00 The Search for God

10:11 The Search for Identity

19:31 The Fall of Humanity

26:56 Reason 1: Living in a Fallen World

35:10 Reason 2: Fallen Creatures Do Fallen Things

44:13 Reason 3: Unwise Decisions

46:54 God's Mercy and Forgiveness

48:44 God Causes All Things to Work Together for Good

49:14 God's Promise to Work All Things for Good

51:19 Finding the Way Through Wilderness

53:09 Search for Me Ministries

54:31 Growing to Spiritual Maturity

54:56 The Importance of Relationship with God

55:57 Living a Mature Christian Life

56:14 Being Transparent and Vulnerable

57:52 Avoiding Hypocrisy and Setting a Positive Example

59:16 God's Use of Ordinary People

59:56 Seeking God's Understanding and Perspective

01:00:44 Gaining a New Perspective in God's Presence

01:04:32 Prayer for Healing and Understanding

01:06:22 Getting to Know God




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We survived because God's hand covered us before the tree fell onto our moving vehicle, impaling and smashing the windshield and hood and crumpling and opening up the metal in the car's front end.



Destruction around and before us, yet we were safe...because God's hand covered us.



This is our true account of God rescuing my husband and me from what could have caused our deaths.



⁠https://biblehub.com/context/psalms/91-1.htm⁠



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