Who do you say I am?

That question isn’t just a biblical one — it’s so personal, so crucial to our lives today.

In my journey, I’ve learned that belief isn’t about titles or labels. It’s about knowing Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of the Living God — not just what I’ve heard, but what I’ve personally experienced through revelation.

Join us Sunday at 10 am for part 3 of this message!

In this episode, Pastor Dale discusses the critical importance of personally truly knowing Jesus Christ and how this knowledge impacts our faith, relationships, and life direction. He emphasizes that understanding who Jesus is—from His identity as the Messiah to His role as our Savior—can profoundly influence our spiritual journey and eternal destiny.Key Topics:

• The significance of asking yourself, "Who do you say I am?" and why this question is life-changing
• The difference between superficial labels and true relationship with Jesus
• How revelation from God shapes our understanding of Jesus’ identity
• The impact of mislabeling Jesus and the dangers of wrong perceptions
• The importance of personal relationship and developing ongoing faith
• The role of the Holy Spirit in revealing the truth about Jesus
• The connection between knowing Jesus and receiving His promises, blessings, and power
• The importance of aligning our belief system with the truth of God's Word
• Practical steps to deepen your relationship with Jesus through prayer and scripture
• The power of faith built on knowledge and revelation

Timestamps:

• (00:00) - Introduction to the series on relationships and knowing Jesus
• (02:23) - How relationships affect the flow of God's blessing
• (05:47) - The significance of the question "Who do you say I am?"
• (08:12) - Revelation of Jesus as the Son of God and the foundation of the church
• (13:28) - The danger of mislabeling and misunderstanding Jesus
• (15:10) - Developing confidence and a firm belief in Jesus through revelation
• (19:02) - Jesus as healer, provider, deliverer, and the importance of knowing Him personally
• (21:55) - The impact of correct versus incorrect perception of Jesus on our life and eternity
• (26:56) - Final encouragement to know Jesus deeply and personally

Resources & Links:

• The Word of God (Bible)
• Atlin Family Church Website
• Connect with Pastor Dale on Facebook
• Prayer & Support Contact

Connect with Pastor Dale:

• Facebook
• Website

Note: Remember, the key takeaway is to develop a personal and revelation-based understanding of who Jesus is—this will influence your life now and for eternity.

In this episode, Pastor Dale discusses the critical importance of personally truly knowing Jesus Christ and how this knowledge impacts our faith, relationships, and life direction. He emphasizes that understanding who Jesus is—from His identity as the Messiah to His role as our Savior—can profoundly influence our spiritual journey and eternal destiny.Key Topics:

• The significance of asking yourself, "Who do you say I am?" and why this question is life-changing
• The difference between superficial labels and true relationship with Jesus
• How revelation from God shapes our understanding of Jesus’ identity
• The impact of mislabeling Jesus and the dangers of wrong perceptions
• The importance of personal relationship and developing ongoing faith
• The role of the Holy Spirit in revealing the truth about Jesus
• The connection between knowing Jesus and receiving His promises, blessings, and power
• The importance of aligning our belief system with the truth of God's Word
• Practical steps to deepen your relationship with Jesus through prayer and scripture
• The power of faith built on knowledge and revelation

• Atlin Family Church Website
• Connect with Pastor Dale on Facebook
• Prayer & Support Contact

Connect with Pastor Dale:

• Facebook
• Website

Note: Remember, the key takeaway is to develop a personal and revelation-based understanding of who Jesus is—this will influence your life now and for eternity.

Sabbatical and Spiritual Refreshment: A Christian Approach to Rest and Renewal

In this episode, Pastor Dale shares insights into the importance of taking a spiritual sabbatical and fasting as vital practices for Christians seeking direction, refreshment, and alignment with God's purpose. Learn how obedience to the Spirit can lead to renewed passion and stronger ministry impact.

• The distinction between a Christian sabbatical and fasting
• The biblical foundation for taking deliberate time to rest and seek God
• How a sabbatical helps prevent burnout and opens doors to divine guidance
• Personal testimony of renewal experienced through spiritual retreat during Easter
• How to tune in spiritually like tuning a radio to clearly hear God's voice
• The significance of seeking God's direction before major ministry decisions
• Encouragement for Christians to embrace strategic periods of spiritual renewal

00:00 - Introduction to the concept of sabbatical and fasting for Christians
02:02 - Recognizing when God prompts us to pause and seek His voice
04:26 - The biblical example of Jesus withdrawing to pray and prep for ministry
06:43 - How to tune your spiritual radio to hear God's message clearly
08:03 - Biblical assurances of rest and refreshment for the weary
09:52 - Personal testimony of discovering renewed strength and direction
11:22 - The analogies of spiritual refreshment: like clean glasses, cold water, or spring birds
12:30 - The significance of arriving at a destination refreshed spiritually and relationally
13:46 - Strengthening marriage through spiritual renewal and its impact on ministry
16:02 - The purpose and duration of a Christian sabbatical
17:20 - Preparing for future challenges and the signs of approaching tribulation
18:30 - The importance of realignment with God through intentional rest
19:04 - Shifting from doing for God to simply being with Him during a sabbatical
20:40 - The future vision of Atlin Family Church 
22:22 - The church's mission to equip believers to fulfill their unique callings
23:57 - The unity of each member’s part in building a healthy body of Christ
25:10 - Encouragement to connect and discover your ministry purpose
26:22 - Embracing God’s plan through focused service and community impact
27:03 - Upcoming content and ways to stay connected with Atlin Family Church
28:03 - Invitation to join local gatherings and continue the spiritual journey

• Ephesians 4:11-16 - The Purpose of Spiritual Gifts
• Matthew 11:28-30 - Jesus' Promise of Rest
• Isaiah 40:31 - Renewed Strength Through Trust in the Lord
• Galatians 6:9-10 - The Blessing of Not Becoming Weary in Doing Good

Introducing Atlin Family Church This episode kicks off with Dale and Rena Mae sharing their journey, vision, and mission for Atlin Family Church, emphasizing a personal, relationship-based approach to faith and community. They explore the foundational steps taken, including establishing as a registered charity and launching their online platform to reach a global audience.

Key Topics:

• The origin story of Atlin Family Church and God's guidance in starting it
• The importance of personal relationship with God through hearing His voice
• The church's non-denominational, informal approach focused on Bible-based teaching
• How to develop faith and expect miraculous signs as part of everyday life
• The church's structure, including online presence, future local church plans, and community engagement
• Teaching on spiritual gifts, healing, prosperity, and divine health
• The significance of understanding biblical covenants and rightly dividing scripture
• Practical guidance on prayer, hearing God's voice, and discerning His direction
• The church's stance on controversial topics with love and biblical clarity
• How to give and support the church financially through various methods
• Their plan for ongoing content, including YouTube videos, podcasts, and future live streams

Resources & Links:

• Atlin Family Church Website
• Tithe.ly Giving App
• Facebook: Atlin Family Church
• YouTube: Atlin Family Church
• Biblical Covenants - Ephesians 4:5-6

Connect with Dale and Rena Mae:

• Facebook
• Email