*****GIVE AWAY****** Go to Youtube to Subscribe, like and share this episode for your chance to win a copy of Darryl's Book. Contest closes March 28, 2023 Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE   Darryl Dash is the Pastor of Liberty Grace Church in Toronto, author of 8 Habits for Growth: a Simple Guide to Becoming More Like Christ and he loves a good cup of coffee! Check out Darryl's podcast, Gospel for life. Connect with Darryl  WEBSITE | BLOG | EMAIL  ENCOURAGEMENT Don't be scaredIt's going to be hard and incredibly amazingbe encouraged and keep goingGod is using you far more than you know! " Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain."   1 Corinthians 15:58 (ESV) Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Episode 0056:  New Season

Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE So excited to share this discussion with Rob Meeder as he talks about technology, setting healthy boundaries and more! Rob was on our podcast last year and we chatted about healthy limits with technology, mental health and anxiety as well as collaboratively problem solving as a family.   Rob is a cohost of the smart family podcast which offers practical advice for all family relationships so as to help you “love Being home!”   Rob is also the Director of Family, Child, and Youth Mental Health at Waypoint Centre For Mental Health Care and has been practicing in the Simcoe-Muskoka area since 2003 Connect with Rob   PODCAST | INSTAGRAM  PODCAST LINKS   Smart Family Podcast ENCOURAGEMENT Keep the bigger picture in mind, strive for the relationshipWe want our kids to grow up and still want to come back and be with usIts ok to make mistakes   Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0055: Darryl Dash on Serving and Amazing Volunteers

Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Claire Odogbo shares about Serving from a place of rest and her inspiration for her song and book “Angels all around me”. Claire lives in Ontario, Canada, with her husband and three adorable girls who are actively sprouting musical talent. Claire loves to spend time singing to the Lord on the piano or guitar and leading people into his presence in the corporate context. She is currently an active member of a worship writing community and is a worship leader and member of the Compass Point Bible Church’s worship arts team. When she isn’t doing all things musical, Claire is busy writing, consulting and coaching large global corporations and senior executives.   Connect with Claire  WEBSITE |YOUTUBE | INSTAGRAM  PODCAST LINKS   Claire Odogbo on YouTube Claire Odgobo Spotify Channel Angels All Around Me Angels Around Me by Claire Odogbo Sacred Pathways: Nine Ways to Connect with God by Gary Thomas ENCOURAGEMENT "Do it all as an act of service to the Lord" - Claire Odogbo Take care of your soul and feed your soul.  It's so easy to wear out and erode your joy. So remember to be intentional and spend time with Him by making space. Ephesians 4:12(ESV)  "To equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ." Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0054:Rob Meeder

Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Toni Nieuwhof returns to the podcast, this time to talk about the importance of community!  Volunteers in the church create community.  Small groups are small communities.  Families need a sense of community.  How can we create strong and healthy communities, and how can they help us through difficult times?  Listen as Toni shares how encouragement and forgiveness play key roles in all of these areas.  Toni Nieuwhof is a family law mediator, former divorce attorney, author, speaker and co-host of the Smart Family Podcast, which is available on all podcast apps.  Connect with Toni  WEBSITE | PODCAST | INSTAGRAM  PODCAST LINKS  Toni Nieuwhof Smart Family Podcast ENCOURAGEMENT These are tough days for the church, remember Jesus said he will be with us always and He is faithfulThe more you lean into Jesus the more strength you will findHis love is steadfast Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0053: Claire Odogbo on Serving from Rest

Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE   Darryl Dash is the Pastor of Liberty Grace Church in Toronto, author of 8 Habits for Growth: a Simple Guide to Becoming More Like Christ and he loves a good cup of coffee! Connect with Darryl  WEBSITE | BLOG | EMAIL  ENCOURAGEMENT God uses ordinary peopleYour service mattersYou don't need to be a superstarYour ordinary obedience matters " Therefore I endure everything for the sake of the elect, that they may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus, with eternal glory."   2 Timothy 2:10 (ESV) Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Season 4 Episode 0052: Toni Nieuwhof on how to encourage others

Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE   Ryan and Hannah Maxson share their heart and experiences starting their ministry during covid and the importance of creating a bridge and staying on mission in the local church. Ryan is the Pastor of Riverside Baptist Church in Huntsville. He began his pastorship when everything shut down in 2020. Connect with Hannah and Ryan  WEBSITE | EMAIL  ENCOURAGEMENT Thank you for volunteering and wanting to grow in your servingIt's encouraging for the leadershipTry to get behind their vision and support it as you serveThe church is not a person, we are the church togetherIt's a privilege to serve each other with our different skills and giftsKeep on His mission of making disciples "While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night, shall not cease."   Genesis 8:22 "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles.  And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.  For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God." Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV) Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Season 4 Episode 0051: Darryl Dash on Amazing Volunteers and Challenges They Face Serving

Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Claire Odogbo is on the podcast to talk about living fully surrendered to God.  She's a worship leader and singer-songwriter of Nigerian descent who loves the Lord and is passionate about leading people into encounters with Him. Her passion for not only worshipping the Lord but writing songs filled with his truth was born from her love for the Word. Since writing her first song at the age of 16, she has released several of them including 'Walk with You,' 'Not Intimidated' and her newest, ‘For Your Glory’.  Connect with Claire  WEBSITE |YOUTUBE | INSTAGRAM  PODCAST LINKS   Claire Odogbo on YouTube For Your Glory ENCOURAGEMENT "Leave a divine imprint everywhere you go" - Claire Odogbo Ps 32:8-9 TPT  "I hear the Lord saying, 'I will stay close to you, instructing and guiding you along the pathway for your life.  I will advise you along the way and lead you forth with my eyes as your guide.  So don't make it difficult; don't be stubborn when I take you where you've not been before.  Don't make me tug you and pull you along.  Just come with me!'" Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0049: Rob Meeder on Anxiety, Resiliency and What Parents are Seeing

Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Here's a reality ... your home and marriage health impacts your serving health. In this episode, Toni Nieuwhof is a family law mediator, former divorce attorney, author, speaker and co-host of the Smart Family Podcast.  In today's podcast, she shares how her professional experience with divorcing couples and personal challenges in her own marriage culminated in her book “Before You Split" - and it's a book for newlyweds too, not just couples in tough times!    Listen and learn how you can face difficulties without letting your emotions rule your expectations.  We are thrilled to announce that we have a copy of Toni's book to give away with this episode! Head over to Youtube and Subscribe, like and comment there for your chance to win "Before You Split"! The GIVEAWAY closes November 1st 2022!   Connect with Toni  WEBSITE | PODCAST | INSTAGRAM  PODCAST LINKS   Toni Nieuwhof website Better conflict cheat sheet 10 ways to stop your next fight Smart Family Podcast ENCOURAGEMENT "Take control of your expectations before your emotions take control of you." - Toni Nieuwhof 1 Peter 5:5 ESV "...clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for  God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble." Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0048:  Claire Odogbo on How to Live Fully Surrendered

Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Rob Meeder talks about how youth are handling schools reopened, ongoing anxiety, resiliency and what parents are seeing. Rob is a cohost of the smart family podcast which offers practical advice for all family relationships so as to help you “love Being home!” Rob is also the Director of Family, Child, and Youth Mental Health at Waypoint Centre For Mental Health Care and has been practicing in the Simcoe-Muskoka area since 2003 Connect with Rob   PODCAST | INSTAGRAM  PODCAST LINKS   Smart Family Podcast The Power of Discord: Why the Ups and Downs of Relationships are the Secret to Building Intimacy, Resilience and Trust ENCOURAGEMENT There is more to this life then this current struggleTake a moment to breatheAs families provide opportunities for our kids to do thingsGo back to church, activities, sports and campsGet physically activeFind freedom in Christ "And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:32 (NLT) Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0050: Ryan and Hannah  Maxson on Creating a Bridge

Welcome to Episode 0046 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE   Matt Kerr has been the Associate Pastor of Worship and Communications at Faith Huntsville in Muskoka for over fifteen years. Years ago (before the pandemic) the church decided to reach people through online services, and Matt has been leading the project since then with a dedicated team of volunteers in the area of production.   In this episode, Matt thanks all of those who have been serving throughout this past season. Connect with Matt  WEBSITE | EMAIL  PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS Watch the full episodes on YouTube or scroll down to listen to previous episodes "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you,  I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."   Isaiah 41:10 ESV Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next: Season 4

Welcome to Episode 0045 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE   Small groups might be called life groups, Bible study groups, or something else, but they are an essential part of many churches today.  Listen as Harry Toews shares about challenges and successes in small group ministry. Harry is on staff at Faith Huntsville as the Senior Associate Pastor of seniors and small groups. He has served Jesus Christ in pastoral ministry for over 30 years.   His dream is to travel and explore the many cultures and countries that make up this amazing world of ours, and his claim to fame is that he once held a Guinness World Record!  You'll have to listen in order to find out which record! In this episode, we chat about small groups and their importance for every follower of Jesus. Connect with Harry  WEBSITE | EMAIL  PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS Small Groups Challenge people to dig into God's wordChanges your life when others model prayer and a life in God's wordAre important because knowing God is importantWe are called to be in relationship with othersPaul was with others in prison when he was writing and they supported each other and had an impact on their jailerJoin a small group to know God more deeply Challenges of Leading a Small Group Ministry Spiritual warfareKnow that we don't wrestle against flesh and bloodThe enemy doesn't want us to meet togetherPrayer is our weapon "Humble ourselves and pray together." - Harry Toews Success in Small Groups Success is not just numbers or willing participantsGodliness is successTo be godly means we are growing to be ChristlikeLove God with all your heart soul and strength, and love our neighboursPassionately love God and one another Future Plans Core CurriculumSupport to our small group leadersLeadership handbookSee our groups multiplySee everyone back in communityHelping people intentionally and giving a pathway for small group leaders to help others move towards maturity in Jesus Christ Impact on Others It refreshed othersPuts a spring in their stepCauses them to pray for each person in their groupBuilt up a connection For Those That Lead a Small Group Be faithfulWe don't know what God is doing a person's life Rev 2:10 " Be faithful unto the end..." No Small Group? Try it out Reach out to HarryPray about it and (re)connect with a group  Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Season 3 Episode 0046: Encouragement for Those That Serve

Welcome to Episode 0043 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE   Andrew Hall has been on staff at Faith Huntsville since 2019 as the Pastor of Training and Community Involvement. He has a passion to see lives changed through Jesus and has developed a personal evangelism class. You can find out more details on the Faith Muskoka website faithmuskoka.ca. In this episode, we chat about how to develop a passion for evangelism and to practically share your faith. Connect with Andrew  WEBSITE | EMAIL  Links from the Podcast Fundamentals of Faith by John MacArthur PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS Personal Evangelism Training Learning key components of the gospelPractice talking about it and sharingHow do you share the gospel with somebody who is in your circle?Create meaningful relationships What is the Gospel? God created the world which was perfectMan messed up and caused a separation by sinningThere is nothing we can do to get to God, we need a saviourGod's love for us means he has given us Jesus Discipleship Discipleship means following JesusAs soon as someone commits their live to Jesus, the discipling process beginsWe need to follow up with people and help them grow in their faithWe can all grow deeper in our relationship with God Tools to Use 30 day discipleship exercise"Fundamentals of the Faith" by John MacArthur Practical Everyday Life What does this look like in everyday life?Follow himDive into the scripturesPray and fastLive our lives to honour and glorify God "Live your life in a way that demands a gospel explanation and when given a chance declare Jesus boldly." Relationships With Those Around You Saying hi and being nice to those around youBe aware of your resting faceBe happy to see othersLearn their name and things about them Pour into themPractically and specifically build a relationshipShow love Favourite Verse Joshua 1:9 "Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified..." You Are Called To share the gospelTo pray for the personPray for open doors and pray that God would open your mouth Encouragement Remember: It's having a conversationLook at people the way that God doesWe need to love themOut of our love, the gospel will be thereKnow that others are in the same boat as youRealize that people will say no to JesusKnow that God is always constant and that the Holy Spirit is with usBe obedient to what the scriptures tell us, which is to share Jesus Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Season 3 Episode 0045: Harry Toews on Small Groups

Welcome to Episode 0043 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE   Fanny Stewart has a BA in Broadcasting and Media, with a Minor in Bible, from University of Northwestern in St. Paul, Minnesota. She uses her background in media and communications to edit and help produce televised sermons for a large church in Toronto and works for World Vision Canada. She is passionate about not only reading but loving the Bible. In this episode, we talk about practical ways to apply God’s word in our everyday lives. Connect with Fanny  WEBSITE | EMAIL  Links from the Podcast One-to-one reading the scripture Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin  Word-Filled Women's Ministry: Loving and Serving the Church by Gloria Furman & Kathleen B. Nielson PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS  Living Under God's Authority  It's amazing if you know God and know who He isIt starts with your attitudeYou claim who He is and recognize who we are notHe is the one who is leadingOur reaction should be thankfulness Practically Applying Scriptures Heart attitudeGod is the one who helps us and reveals himself to usWe need to be humble and pay attentionSee it as the Bible as big, beautiful book that you treasureLet Scripture be revealed by itself Context We need to approach Scripture with context in mindHave a heart and appreciation for what you are readingKnow that there is a timeline and contextRead it in wholeInductive Bible study is a literary tool Inductive Study See the whole and then the meaning comes from itObserve the contextWhat does it mean?How can it be applied?What words are repeated or themes are recurring? Where to Start Sometimes it's overwhelming when we come to the BibleOur attitude will make a differenceRemember it is for our benefit and nourishes us You Can Do It It might seem easier if someone just tells you, but you will get more out of it when you study itDon't rush throughGo out of your comfort zone, try different translationsLook up words in the dictionary to better understand what you are readingTalk with others about the passage Practical Application Take time to mediate on Scripture to make it oursHow can you see God in your life?Saying "He is Lord" should change interactions with othersLet the word be the anchor of your soul In the Light of the Cross Apply scripture in the light of the crossIt we don't, we can misunderstand it How to Share with Others If you are being nurtured by Scripture, then your fruit will show itHave tangible ways that you are showing others that God is your Authority Proverbs 1:7 (ESV) "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of Knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction." Matt 25:14-28   Parable of the Three Servants Remember Remember you are serving GodYou are sharing the good news of salvationHe gave us his Scripture to readWe can learn to love it Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Season 3 Episode 0044 : Andrew Hall on  Developing a Passion for Evangelism and  Ways  to Practically Share

Welcome to Episode 0042 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE It is my privilege to have Joanna La Fleur back on the podcast! Joanna is a speaker, podcaster, TV host and communications consultant. She has been helping the Church communicate the best news in the world for over 15 years.  You can catch her interviews with Christian Creatives and communicators on the Word Made Digital Podcast, find communications training on the Word Made Digital Tutorials and follow her Bible teaching on the national television show "See Hear Love." In this episode we are going to chat about the future church. Connect with Joanna  WEBSITE | PODCAST | INSTAGRAM  PODCAST LINKS & HIGHLIGHTS Word Made Digital See Hear Love Where Are We Going Reimagining our churches and ways to use our buildingsHybrid realityDigital can't completely replace in person worshipLearn from each other as we go What's Happening Elsewhere There are places the church is growing and thrivingA lot of those are persecuted placesHouse church models have millions of people coming to ChristPeople are bold in their faith and sharing itAmazing things going on in South Africa, Asia What's Happening What are people sayingAre we listening to people?How is the church reaching out?Working towards reconciliation and building trust What Are We Known For Is it our love?What our history is as a churchWe have to be more like Jesus  Ideas for Moving Forward Think outside the boxHave good conversations that are deepUse different times of the day to reach people New ways to serve at different times and placesTechnical skill sets are desperately needed Leaders Be willing to try new thingsTrain people in unique waysEngage young people as soon as possible Technology and Serving Learn some new skillsUsing a camera, audio and lighting might also help outside of churchHosting Zoom is now the same as hosting a church event Encouraging Those That Serve Discover what is working somewhere else, what skills are they usingSeeing something in someone and invite them inShort term commitments might lead to long term commitmentsHave creative solutions for how to reach the next generationListen to the next generation and their ideas Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0043: Fanny Stewart on Applying God's Word in our Everyday Lives

Welcome to Episode 0041 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Jeremy Best is on staff at Faith St. Thomas and has been a youth pastor for nineteen years.  For the past seven years, he has also been the director of FEB Youth.  Married to Angela, they have two sons and are in the process of pursuing foster-to-adoption for their daughter.  In this episode, we chat about how to keep older students engaged. Connect with Jeremy EMAIL | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER PODCAST LINKS & HIGHLIGHTS Be Creative During this season, consider "old school" ways to connectGo door to doorCall studentsBe creative Engaging Older Students It's always a problem regardless of ageIt's good that they are looking ahead but what do we do? From Their Perspective They start to feel old and it's not for themThey have been through it allFeels old hatThey have jobs now and their schedule is packed What Does 'Boring' Mean Parents have been forcing them to goIt could really be boring and you should just check and evaluate itThey may not want to be there Engaging Those Who Don't Come Be patientKeep conversations open  Ways to Engage Older Youth Unique events for themLayout your expectations for the year for them Recognize this is their senior yearHave them help set the culture for the year and help outDo a college prep course for themInvite them to serve in other ministries like junior youthGrad trip "It's less about what it is and more about having something that's theirs."  Practical Ways to Work With Their Schedule Streamline ministryPlan ahead so they can arrange their scheduleBalance youth ministryKnow what's coming up on their schedules with school, sports, community, etc. Encouragement for Those Who Serve Keep pouring into them and keep lines of communication openWalk beside the youth along through all that they are processingKeep showing up Parents of Older Youth Try to take some of the school pressure off where you canIn your home, try to make it a place to breath and processDon't hesitate to reach out to your youth pastor or church for help Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0042: Joanna La Fleur on the Future Church

Welcome to Episode 0040 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Today I am happy to have Candi Thorpe back on the podcast. Candi is on staff at Calvary Burlington where she has served in vocational ministry for more than twelve years. Candi loves the local church, and has a passion to see people use their gifts and talents to serve God. Her favourite children are Jacob and Petra, and her favourite person is her best friend and husband Kevin. In this episode we are going to chat about how serving without passion is like a "Bridge to Nowhere" and how Jesus calls us to rest in Him.      Connect with Candi   |EMAIL|  PODCAST LINKS & HIGHLIGHTS The Gospel Made Visible by Mark Dever “The church is the body of people called by God’s grace through faith in Christ to glorify him together by serving him in this world.”  Mark Dever History of the "Bridge to Nowhere" The story of the Mangapurua Valley Settlement of post WWIWWI veterans started a settlement with land that was almost impossible to farmMen were still encouraged because of their shared experienceSo much to do that they couldn't work on the decaying bridge; became frustratingGovernment finally built a concrete bridge, but took so long only three families remainedThe "Bridge to Nowhere" over a valley of abandoned dreams Serving Without Passion Is like the "Bridge to Nowhere"We get excited about the start of something newHardships come and things are not always easyBit by bit our confidence and ability are erodedThen we feel like we are just putting in time and have lost the 'why' What Does That Look Like? BitternessResentful of the things you are required to doApathyWondering "What does it really matter?"We stop being able to be happy for the success of others Find Your Passion Again It's draining to stay in negative emotionsFind REST to rediscover and rekindle our passion REST In Jesus Resist the urge to fight or flightEvaluate people, role, visionSeek Godly counselTake it to God and ask Him to renew your passion for the ministry What Does That Look Like? Introspection: evaluating and listeningYou will find that God will reveal His plan for youYou need to keep goingAsk God to restore your passion, or God might say it's time to move onPray and ask God to help you finish wellEquip the next person coming after you  Change of Leadership Change can bring new peopleChange can bring new passionIf you are praying for them, then you can be excited for themYou can take time to heal Favourite Verse about Serving Titus 3:4-7 We love God and he loves us, not because of the work we do, but because of the why "But-When God our Saviour revealed his kindness and love, he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.  He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit.  He generously poured out the spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Saviour.  Because of his grace he made us right in his sight and gave us confidence that we will inherit eternal life." Titus 3:4-7 Encouragement for Those Who Serve When you are serving without passion, take time to rest in who God created you to beUse it to explore the ministries He has called you to Serving From Rest Looks Like Rediscover your whyRemember your whyGod has created you and created the work for you Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0041: Jeremy Best on   How to Keep Older Students Engaged

Welcome to Episode 0038 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Dave Lane is back on the FOUR12 podcast, and he has been through a lot since his last interview!  Dave has been a youth pastor for 30 years and family pastor for past six years. Currently Dave is the satellite director for youth Unlimited/YFC Sarnia Lambton.  In this episode, Dave shares about what got him into burnout and what to be on the lookout for in your own life. Connect with Dave FACEBOOK | EMAIL | INSTAGRAM LINKS & PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS Didn't See it Coming by Carey Nieuwhof Recognizing Burnout Others might recognize it in you before you doIt's okay to get counsellingNo energy for things he lovedCritical and cynical; no joyHe withdrew from othersCrash after serving How It Happened Wasn't listening to GodExhausted because of burning the candle at both endsWasn't listening to those around himSaw being busy as a badge of honourNo boundariesFocused on own time and not God's timing What Was Happening Wanted to do his own thingRan from GodWould only go a certain depth in his time with GodFilled life with other things  Feelings That Defined That Time LonelyLostBroken  Embrace the Painful Moments  God had him work through things Had to rely on God like never beforeEven in the pain, God was still so gentleGod won't leave you there Scripture Brings peace Phil 4:13(ESV) "I can do all things through him who strengthens me." Psalm 23:4(NIV) "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." What Encouraged Dave During this Time Being alone with God is when He showed upGod's protectionMemorized scriptures came back to his mindTruth from God If You are Experiencing This Know that there is always hopeIt's about giving up control so God can workThis is not the end of Dave's story! Part 2 is coming! Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0039: Dave Lane Part 2  What Got Him Out of Burnout

Welcome to Episode 0039 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Dave Lane shares how he came though a recent period of burnout in his life.  This episode is Part 2 of Dave's story.  In the last FOUR12 episode, he shared how he entered a period of burnout and how you can recognize the the signs in yourself or the people you serve with. Dave was a youth pastor for over 30 years and a family pastor for six.  He is currently the Satellite Director for Youth Unlimited/YFC Sarnia Lambton. Connect with Dave FACEBOOK | EMAIL | INSTAGRAM LINKS & PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS "Running on Empty: Contemplative Spirituality for Overachievers" by Fil Anderson Solitude We don't like solitudeGod embraces itBe still and know that I am GodSolitude is of God, busyness is of the worldIf this is true, how would you describe your life?Business keeps you distracted from what God wants you to doIt's not about our agenda, but God's and what He wants to say to you "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."  Psalm 119:105 Trust God as You Go It's about our obedienceLet God impress things upon you Pray with Your Heart Prayer is a refugePray always is about resting in GodPray with your heart versus praying with your headTwo images of prayer: a bouncy ball and a medicine ballIt's not just intellectual its emotionalLet prayer move you and be vulnerableRun to God and not from GodEngage with God Scripture  Information vs TransformationHow do you see the Bible? How do you approach the Bible?The Bible is a love letter to usScripture transforms us by changing the way we think, behave and the way we see GodAllow God to do something "The word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart" Hebrews 4:12(NIV)  "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.  Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will." Romans 12:2(NIV)    Spiritual Directors You need people to walk you through thingsSomeone to come along side youSomeone to call out wrong thoughtsSomeone to help you learn to live with balance and wisdom If You are Struggling First step is to embrace it and say,  "Yes, I am in burnout."Talk about it with peopleCounselling is for everyoneIf you do go through it, share your story afterwards Biggest Takeaway  Dave embraced the time As tough as it was, he was glad he didIt's a new foundationIt's worth it to do the work Favourite Scripture Psalm 23 was hugeGod would bring a passage or character from the Bible to mind Help Others Share your storyShare your feelingsListen to someone who may be going through thisDon't judge Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Episode 0040: Candi Thorpe on A Bridge to Nowhere

Welcome to Episode 0037 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE   Today on the FOUR12 podcast, I chat with Fanny Stewart.  Born in an active Christian family in Ecuador, and now living in Canada, Fanny's enthusiasm for God's word (in two languages!) shines brightly!  Fanny runs a ministry for women, works full-time in a charitable organization, and support her husband in ministry.  In this episode, we chat about the importance of the Word of God and practical ideas about how to find nourishment in it. Connect with Fanny  WEBSITE | EMAIL |  One-to-one reading the scripture PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS  The Word of God His WordHis life is in thereHis word impacts you when you surrender to Him It's Like a Meal Only He can satisfy youIt's like a good steakGo in humility to learn about Him Why it's Important to Grow If you are not well nourished, you are not going to perform wellOur bodies know when we are not filling them will good foodIn ministry it's important to be filled because we are called to serveIt's important we know our identity in ChristYou don't live by appetizers Review Your Day Look back daily and see how you performedDo you have roots or are you shallow? Evidence of the Gospel It's central in the scripturesThe gospel tells us who God isWe see it in the beginning, He is HolyHe is mercifulHe is love because He saved usHe is redeemerWhen we know who God is, we see who we are not Conviction Conviction without repentance is nothingSubmission without obedience is nothingWe are called for His honour and gloryIf we don't see what God is and what we are, then we are wrong Questions to Ask Yourself When you read the scripture, ask 'How do I see the gospel in this passage?'What did I Learn about God?How do I see the Cross in this?Who am I in light of this?How do I need to respond? Thirst for the Living Water He sustains usOnly Christ can satisfy usUnderstand when we say "Lord" we mean that we are a servant to HimGo to the water of life to be restoredBe nourished by His wordSermon on the Mount - we are poor in spiritSpending time in the scriptures helps us to crave more and more How to Grow What is an "aha moment"?Read scripture with someoneGo deeper by looking at context, observation, meaning and application Encouragement for Those Who Serve When you understand that God is your Lord then it changes everything when you serveWe are servants of GodRemember we are serving our fellow brothers and sisters in the LordKnow your master and look for HimWe want people to see the gospel in action Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Season 3 Episode 0038 : Dave Lane What Got Me Into Burnout Part 1

Welcome to Episode 0036 Season 3 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE   I am excited to bring you an interview with Roula Karkafi! Roula is a busy woman! Together with her husband Bechara Karkafi (a recent podcast guest!), she serves with a humanitarian ministry in Lebanon and supports church planting efforts among Arabic people here in Canada. In this episode, we chat about her experience as a prison chaplain in Lebanon, and outreach to Syrian refugees in Lebanon through the Clementia Life Centre.  Listen as she encourages volunteers to find their place to serve.   Connect with Roula | EMAIL |  Links from the Podcast Missions Conference at Faith PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS  Ministry Areas Four areas of service/ministry circlesHumanitarian ministryLeadership and training to equip and train leadersChurch planting and discipleship making movementOn the way - a mission academy, to equip national missionaries in the Middle East and Africa  Prison Ministry Started as a prison chaplainBecame the area director for this ministry in Pakistan, Sudan, Egypt and Lebanon, and now looking at TurkeyExtended ministry outside of prison walls to reach the families of inmatesSo important in Lebanon to serve inmates from different backgrounds and sharing the gospel freelyThey offer a trauma healing program Clementia Life Centre 2014 started as a school to help Syrian refugees in LebanonIt's more than teaching - changed the 'L' from 'Learning' to 'Life'CLC offers food, social support, trauma healing, and have partnered with local agency to protect kids from abusestarted with 15 kids and now over 100Courses include Bible, math, English and Arabic, and science, for ages 5 to 14Working in offering vocational training to 14+  Volunteers Church members serve in the this ministry among Syrian refugeesIt's a ministry, not a job, and blessed to have others onboard Bread for All Launched early among Syrian refugee communities Beyond a local problem due to the economic crisis for everyoneAn opportunity to give them food and share the gospel of Jesus ChristFamilies are referred and by word of mouthIt was hard to reach the Catholic Maronites in Lebanon, this ministry has provided away for them to reach them In Canada Part of Fellowship InternationalSupporting church planting and follow upPlanting new churches  To Those Who Are Serving  The field is plentiful and the workers are fewIt can be sad and overwhelmingThere are many opportunities, ask God what his plan is for usEncourage every person to find a spot in ministry and you will benefit from it Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode, so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville, Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Up Next Season 3 Episode 0037 : Fanny Stewart on the Importance of Finding Nourishment in God's Word