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The Scribe’s Knowing
Part II “To Know” Jeremiah 29:11–14 (ESV) 11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. 12 Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you. 13 You…
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Dirty Feet, Contrite Heart: Walking Out Love When It Hurts the Most
“What makes our children happy & fills them with joy is to see their father and mother fulfilled.” – Pastor Toni Alvarado On the last day of the Christian Embassy Winter Conference, I had the privilege of hearing from the only woman pastor to grace the stage—Pastor Toni Alvarado. The sermon was titled “Love Is…
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Beyond the Mirror: The Image of God and Identity w/ Bishop Jonathan Alvarado
“Pastors have to defend the flock. Bishops have to defend the faith.” — Bishop Jonathan Alvarado A Transformative Encounter After Patrick Winfield’s message, I had the privilege of encountering Bishop Jonathan Alvarado. I use the word encounter because his sermon wasn’t just words—it was an experience. A tangible meeting with God’s presence. A revelation of…
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The Mandate to BE: Pastor Patrick Winfield’s Call to Leadership at the Christian Embassy Winter Conference
A goal is not a strategy, asserts Pastor Patrick Winfield on day two of the Christian Embassy Winter Conference. He furthers this by stating, “You have to be able to do more with less.” From here, he shifts into the significance of movement—how it requires strategy, faith, and adaptability. He introduces the Ark of the…
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Day One of Transformation:  Faith, Leadership, and Provision at the Christian Embassy Winter Conference 
 Before attending the Christian Embassy Winter Conference, my faith was wavering. I was in the midst of a significant life transition, overwhelmed by challenges and financial hardships. For those familiar with my story, you know that God is a God of sudden miracles. Suddenly, Elizabeth was not only permanently reunited with me, but our…
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