{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Breakthrough Church Podcast","title":"Trusting God When Growth Is Uncertain","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1024,"description":"In this episode, I share stories from our journey planting Breakthrough Church in Richardson, including real moments of healing, steps of faith, and the sometimes messy process of trusting God with growth. Listen in as I open up about both the encouragements and challenges of cultivating community, and discuss the power of relational evangelism—from praying for breakthrough in church to candid spiritual conversations at Starbucks. Whether you’re exploring faith, leading in ministry, or seeking inspiration for everyday life, you’ll find honest insights and heartfelt encouragement in these experiences. Join me as we pursue what it means to proclaim and demonstrate the kingdom of Jesus in real, tangible ways.\n---\nChapter Outline\n(00:00) Honest Reflections on Church Planting \nI open with an honest look at the challenges and encouragements I'm experiencing as we plant Breakthrough Church in Richardson. I share the impact our journey is having on listeners and how stories of healing and deliverance demonstrate the power of the Holy Spirit.\n(01:00) Casting Vision and Preaching the Presence of God\nI talk about recent opportunities to preach at different campuses and cast the vision for Breakthrough. Standing in front of multiple groups, I shared about the presence of God, the tabernacle pointing to Jesus, and witnessed people’s hearts being stirred, including a powerful moment praying for a woman in chronic pain.\n(03:00) Healing Through Persistent Faith and Team Ministry\nI recount the story of praying for a woman with severe pain. Despite initial discouragement and incomplete healing, the ministry team and her desperate faith created a moving encounter with God. Sal’s recent move onto our part-time staff becomes a testament to God's faithfulness and a refreshing addition to our community.\n(05:00) Wrestling with Numbers and Trusting God with Growth\nI admit to my own struggles with measuring success by attendance, especially at our launch team gatherings. Despite...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/7CPeGkx5WGBLFVoZMcdjuIp4PjWm3MwKJ03H2W4r8w8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80ZmY3/Y2JiNWZiYmU0NGEx/NmQwM2YwNjg3Yjlk/MDViMi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}