#Pastor Rick Warren

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“This will continue until we are . . . mature, just as Christ is, and we will be completely like him.” —Ephesians 4:13 (CEV)

“Spiritual Growth Is a Lifelong Journey” —By Rick Warren:

“Becoming like Christ is a long, slow process of growth. Spiritual maturity is neither instant nor automatic. It’s gradual and progressive. Paul said, “This will continue until we are… mature, just as Christ is, and we will be completely like him” (Ephesians 4:13 CEV).

You are a work in progress. Your spiritual transformation —developing the character of Jesus—will take the rest of your life. And even then it won’t be completed here on Earth. It will only be finished when you get to heaven or when Jesus returns. At that point, any unfinished work on your character will be wrapped up.

The Bible says that when you’re finally able to see Jesus perfectly, you will become perfectly like him: “We are already God’s children, but he has not yet shown us what we will be like when Christ appears. But we do know that we will be like him, for we will see him as he really is” (1 John 3:2 NLT).

Many Christians become confused because they ignore this simple truth: God is far more interested in building your character than he is in anything else.

People worry when God seems silent on specific issues, such as “What career should I choose?” The truth is, there are many different careers that could be in God’s will for your life. What God cares about most is that whatever you do, you do in a Christlike manner.

God is far more interested in who you are than in what you do. We are human beings, not human doings. God is much more concerned about your character than your career—because you will take your character into eternity, not your career.

God’s purpose is to make you like him before he takes you to heaven. Becoming like Jesus is your greatest privilege, your immediate responsibility, and your ultimate destiny.

Talk It Over:

How have you seen God shaping your character to be more like Jesus?

God is more interested in who you are than in what you do. How does knowing this change the things you’re praying about or worrying about?

Your spiritual transformation will take your whole life—and not be completed until you see Jesus face to face. How does that knowledge affect how you live each day?”

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In a few weeks, members of Southern Baptist churches from across the country will convene in Dallas for their annual convention. These gatherings, which attract thousands of people each year, offer a snapshot of the issues that sharply divide the largest evangelical denomination in the U.S. In recent years, one of the most heated debates has been over the role of women in church leadership. Southern Baptists have repeatedly reaffirmed their theological opposition to women serving as pastors. But a group within the denomination has pushed to make that ban more all-encompassing, and to formalize it within the denomination’s legal documents. The debate over women in ministry has been so fraught because it touches so many sensitive topics: how churches try to reach people where they are, versus emphasizing Biblical scripture; shifting conceptions of gender roles in American life, including for women and transgender people; and a sense among conservatives that their understanding of the Bible is under legal and cultural assault.

In 2023, the New Yorker producers Daniel Lombroso and Devon Blackwell met with Tom Ascol, a pastor in Cape Coral, Florida, whose organization, Founders Ministries, has pushed for what Ascol describes as stricter adherence to Biblical teachings within the Southern Baptist Convention and among local churches. Violating “what the Bible teaches so simply and clearly here will embolden churches to say, ‘Well, we have adjusted on this. We can adjust on other things as well,’ ” Ascol said, on the issue of women pastors. “Somebody needs to be holding the line.” That year, Southern Baptist leaders voted to remove several churches from the denomination for allowing women in pastor roles, including Saddleback, the California megachurch founded by the prominent pastor Rick Warren. Ascol pointed out that the S.B.C. is aging and in decline. “It’s not really smart, when you’re losing a half million members a year, to intentionally kick out people who want to fellowship with you,” he said. “We continue to be the shrinking Baptist Convention.”

Fern Creek Baptist Church, in Louisville, Kentucky, was another congregation that was kicked out in 2023. The church’s pastor, Linda Barnes Popham, told the New Yorker staff writer Eliza Griswold last year that her church has thrived since parting ways with the S.B.C. Its membership has almost doubled, and several young families joined after seeing Popham on the news. The Southern Baptist Convention, meanwhile, may take up the issue of women pastors again this June. “There’s no doubt that the Convention is declining,” Ascol told Lombroso. “We need reformation. We need revival. And it needs to start with the household of God.”

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En el momento preciso, Dios puede hacer cualquier cosa al instante. En Isaías 60:22, Dios dice: “A su debido tiempo, yo, el Señor, haré que esto suceda” (NTV).

Esto es difícil de aceptar porque la sala de espera de Dios es a veces el lugar más difícil de la vida. Estamos en la sala de espera de Dios cuando estamos en un apuro para que pase algo, pero Dios no lo está. Tal vez tengas prisa por graduarte, o casarte, o cerrar un gran negocio. Estás viendo que el tiempo se acorta más y más y dice, “Dios, ya no queda mucho tiempo. Esto tiene que suceder ahora, o no va a suceder”.

Pero Dios no está sujeto al tiempo. Como Él creó el tiempo, Él opera fuera del tiempo. Es por eso que la Biblia dice en el Salmo 90:4, que mil años pueden parecerle unas pocas horas a Dios.

Él usa el tiempo para poner a prueba tu fe y para construir tu carácter. Mientras tú estás trabajando en tu meta, Dios está trabajando en ti. Y Dios está mucho más interesado en ti, que en lo que estás tratando de lograr, porque no vas a llevar tus logros al cielo. Solo te vas a llevar tu carácter.

Muchas veces pensamos que estamos esperando en Dios para que algo suceda, como una oración que sea contestada. Dios dice: “Tú no estás esperando en mí. Yo estoy esperando por ti. Te estoy preparando. Estoy probando tu fe y tratando de que madures, porque la bendición que quiero darte es mucho más grande de lo que puedes manejar en este momento. ¿Confiarás en mí?”

Los retrasos pueden ser parte del diseño de Dios, para enseñarte a confiar en Él ya crecer en tu carácter. Isaías 49:8 dice: “En el momento preciso te responderé. En el día de salvación te ayudaré”. No dice 'que te podría ayudar' —Dios te escuchará, responderá y ayudará, cuando sea el momento preciso.

Pastor Rick Warren.

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Steven Furtick is just onenof many "pastors" that has come out of the Emerging Church. Emerging church was started by globalist Rick Warren, (the same Rick Warren that has been given stage time at the World Economic Forums, has been working with Pope Francis to unite the churches, and is an admitted member of the Council on Foreign Relations). Furticks church has an estimated 27,000 people in attendance each week, he and his church have millions of followers on social media, and millions more on youtube. That's millions of people hearing this garbage. That means millions of people deceived because they are wanting a savior that fits into what they expect him to be. Millions that are going to learn a hard and eternal lesson. And this is only going to grow and get worse as the days get worse.

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In this special Easter message, Pastor Rick Warren explains the benefits of the better life that’s offered in the miracle of Easter and Jesus’ resurrection.

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In this TED Talk, former pastor Rick Warren explains his belief that God’s intention is for us to use our talents and influence to do good. A good life is not about looking good, feeling good, or having loads of stuff that make us feel good. Instead it’s about being good and doing good. Significance comes from serving others through the goodness of our hearts, that’s the way we were wired. Some people have the misguided idea that God only is interested when you're doing "spiritual things," like going to church or helping the poor, or confessing during church confessions. That’s not true, because God smiles when you’re just being you. He is our creator and when we do what we’re made to do, He is looking down at us from above with a happy and pleased expression. We’re using the talent and abilities that He gave us for the better of our community.

Rick Warren’s speech aligns with my mission to increase church attendance because he explains how God has a plan for every one of us, and it’s our job to utilize our talents that were given to us to influence the communities around us. It’s one thing to attend church just because, it’s another thing to attend church to connect with the Lord, while also going out into the world and helping others from the goodness of your heart. Warren’s message really inspired me to think about it not just from the perspective of church attendance, but from the perspective of making disciples for Christ and spreading the word of God to others.

TED Talk Link:

https://www.ted.com/talks/rick_warren_a_life_of_purpose

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5 Biblical Principles for True Prosperity with Pastor Rick Warren | Grace In The Park Ministries

Welcome to Grace In The Park Ministries! In this video, we explore 5 Biblical Principles for True Prosperity inspired by the teachings of Pastor Rick Warren. True prosperity isn’t just about financial wealth—it’s about aligning your life with God’s purpose, trusting Him for provision, being a faithful steward, building meaningful relationships, and living with an eternal perspective. Pastor Rick Warren’s insightful principles guide us toward a life that reflects God’s blessings, not just in material form, but in spiritual fulfillment and purpose. Throughout this video, we dive deep into each principle, drawing from powerful scriptures like Proverbs 19:21, Philippians 4:19, and Matthew 6:33. Learn how to shift your focus from temporary gains to lasting, eternal rewards, and discover how aligning with God’s will can bring true abundance into every area of your life. Whether you’re seeking direction, encouragement, or a deeper understanding of God’s plan for prosperity, this message will inspire and uplift you.

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Another👀 Wolf🐺 in Sheep’s🐑 clothing🕴️ Pastor✝️ Playing🃏 Devil’s😈 Advocate🗣️:

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¿Quién es la verdadera fuente de Oposición?

Del Pastor Rick Warren

“Cuando corrijas a tus enemigos, hazlo con humildad. . . Se darán cuenta entonces de que cayeron en una trampa del diablo, y lograrán escapar”. 2 Timoteo 2:25-26 (TLA)

Cuando te enfrentas a la oposición a causa de tu fe, necesitas reconocer su origen.

No son las demás personas. No son tus compañeros de trabajo. No es un partido político. No es ninguna otra nación o religión. No es un competidor. La presión que sientes para rendirte o quedarte quieto o sentarte cuando deberías estar firme –esa presión no viene de otras personas. Realmente viene de Satanás.

En Apocalipsis 12:10. Satanás es llamado el acusador de los cristianos. Su trabajo número uno es derribarte.

Hay una batalla invisible alrededor tuyo. Esta presión para evitar que hagas lo correcto no viene en realidad de otras personas. Ellos solo son instrumentos. La mayoría del tiempo ni siquiera saben que están siendo utilizados. El verdadero problema es la batalla espiritual.

Efesios 6:12 dice, “Porque nuestra lucha no es contra seres humanos, sino contra … fuerzas espirituales malignas en las regiones celestiales” (NVI).

Satanás sabe que es inútil atacar a Jesucristo directamente, así que, en su lugar, ataca a sus seguidores. Él usa los medios de comunicación, la música, la cultura popular y cualquier cosa que pueda hacer para ridiculizar a quienes pertenecen a Jesús. Él está detrás de las voces diciendo: “Esos cristianos son obsoletos. Ellos están del lado equivocado de la historia. Ellos no saben de lo que están hablando. Son fanáticos”.

Esto es lo que la Biblia dice que debes hacer: “Cuando corrijas a tus enemigos, hazlo con humildad. . . Se darán cuenta entonces de que cayeron en una trampa del diablo, y lograrán escapar” 2 Timoteo 2:25-26 (TLA).

Si no tienes al Espíritu Santo en tu vida, no tienes defensa contra Satanás. Satanás puede dominar tus estados de ánimo, puede hacerte entrar en depresión, puede hacerte enojar.

Puedes creer que eres fuerte, pero no lo suficiente para defenderte por tu propia cuenta de los ataques de Satanás. Debes reconocer el verdadero origen del ataque: el mal, no la persona, y responder como lo hizo Jesús.

¿Cómo trato Jesús a aquellos que se oponían a Él? Incluso en la cruz dijo, “Padre, perdónalos. Porque no sabe lo que hacen”.

Las personas que te atacan no saben lo que están haciendo. Las personas que menosprecian a Jesús, la iglesia y al cristianismo, tampoco saben lo que están haciendo.

Al igual que Jesús, necesitas orar, “Padre, perdónalos” para que puedas demostrar amor aún bajo ataque y para que puedas tener más energía para pelear contra el verdadero enemigo.

Reflexiona sobre esto:

Si Satanás está detrás de las acciones equivocadas de las personas, ¿Por qué siguen siendo responsables ante Dios por lo que hacen?

¿Cuál es el efecto físico, emocional y espiritual en ti cuando eres capaz de perdonar a tus enemigos?

¿Cuáles son tus áreas de debilidad que Satanás ataca más fácilmente? Pídele a Dios crecer en fe en esas áreas y te dé fuerza para permanecer firme.