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We’ve made salvation too easy—and that’s not a compliment.

We’ve told people they’re saved because they repeated a few words or raised their hands during a worship song. But salvation was never meant to be a spiritual transaction—it’s a total surrender. If your faith never demanded anything of you… are you sure it’s real?

In this episode, I break down why saying you're a Christian isn’t the same as following Christ. We’ll unpack repentance, surrender, discipleship, and the evidence that salvation actually happened—fruit. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about transformation.

This is the first part of a two-part series on salvation—what it’s not, and what it must be if you’re serious about following Jesus.

What I cover in this episode:

• Why asking for forgiveness isn’t the finish line
• What happens when the Gospel gets reduced to a pitch
• The connection between Lordship and fruit
• What’s missing in so many altar calls
• Why a Christian life without change isn’t Christian at all

⏱ Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction: What to Look for in Your Next Church and Pastor
00:13 – The Sinner's Prayer: An Overview
00:52 – Critique of the Sinner's Prayer
02:24 – The Biblical Perspective on Salvation
12:15 – The Importance of Repentance
15:36 – Transformation and Sanctification
20:01 – Conclusion: The True Call to Follow Jesus
22:41 – Final Thoughts and Call to Action

📖 Key Scriptures
Romans 10:9 | Matthew 7:21–23 | Luke 9:57–62 | Galatians 2:20 | John 15:4–5 | Matthew 16:24–25 | 1 Peter 1:14–16 | Romans 12:1 | Galatians 5:22–25

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Part 2 of my Church Shopping series. What and how do we look for a new (or first) church and pastor? Get the interview with Pastor Jared Verwiel anywhere you get your podcasts.

00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Sermon
00:31 Welcome to The Saved For Later Podcast
00:40 Finding a New Church
00:59 Interview with Pastor Jared Verwiel
06:13 Pastoral Ministry and Responsibilities
07:43 Non-Denominational Church Dynamics
12:35 Handling Church Conflicts
23:25 Sunday Sermon Preparation
35:55 Navigating Multiple Teaching Pastors
36:15 The Pastor's Testimony
37:41 Discovering Faith in College
41:49 Journey to Ministry
45:29 Seminary Experience and Education
50:00 The Importance of Church Community
57:12 Unity in the Church
01:07:52 The Call to Pastoral Ministry
01:13:02 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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Are you in the market for a new church or your very first church? It’s time to go church shopping. We’ll discuss the importance and process of finding a local church. I’ll explain what to look for and how to look for it.

Why does God allow evil and suffering: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0xzUw82oWo&t=38s

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⏰TIMECODES⏰

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:39 Why Discuss Finding a Local Church?

04:02 Understanding the Concept of Church

07:56 The Importance of Church Attendance

13:07 Primary Considerations for Choosing a Church

19:51 How to Search for a Church

22:14 Core Christian Doctrines to Look For

25:41 Final Steps and Conclusion

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About the Podcast:

The Saved for Later Podcast is a Christian channel for adult Christian beginners. The podcast is a companion to the blog of the same name.

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