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Hope Talks on ElSitioCristiano.comHow Afshin Ziafat Found Hope in Christ – Episode 30In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Afshin Ziafat, the lead pastor of Providence Church in Frisco, TX.
Afshin shares his story of how he came to faith in Christ growing up in a Muslim family and how he found hope in Christ during a series of trials during the pandemic. With biblical insight and pastoral guidance, he also shares how we can persevere through trials and ministry while maintaining hope in the gospel.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with...2024-12-1243 minHope Talks on Oneplace.comHow Afshin Ziafat Found Hope in Christ – Episode 30In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Afshin Ziafat, the lead pastor of Providence Church in Frisco, TX.
Afshin shares his story of how he came to faith in Christ growing up in a Muslim family and how he found hope in Christ during a series of trials during the pandemic. With biblical insight and pastoral guidance, he also shares how we can persevere through trials and ministry while maintaining hope in the gospel.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with...2024-12-1243 min
Hope Talks on Lightsource.comHow Afshin Ziafat Found Hope in Christ – Episode 30Watch Haley Scully Dustin Anderson from Hope Talks
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Hope TalksHow Afshin Ziafat Found Hope in Christ – Episode 30In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Afshin Ziafat, the lead pastor of Providence Church in Frisco, TX.
Afshin shares his story of how he came to faith in Christ growing up in a Muslim family and how he found hope in Christ during a series of trials during the pandemic. With biblical insight and pastoral guidance, he also shares how we can persevere through trials and ministry while maintaining hope in the gospel.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with yo...2024-12-1243 min
Reality LA Audio Podcast: Bible TeachingA Song of Repentance for the Sinful SoulA contrite heart is not just satisfied with forgiveness, but longs for the joy of a restored fellowship with God. Guest preacher Afshin Ziafat continues our summer series through the Psalms with a sermon from Psalm 51.2024-09-0554 min
Even You3. Are You a Follower or a Believer?The word “believer” has different meanings in today’s society. From pop culture to Christianity, the phrase “I’m a believer” is fairly common. But in the Christian faith, what’s the difference between a believer and a follower? Is there a difference? How you answer that question can say a lot about how you view your faith. In Matthew 16:24, Jesus tells those who want to be His disciples to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. All people who profess the name of Christ are called to follow Him—not simply believe. That's the difference. Believing in Jesus is a st...2024-06-2651 min
Engraved ConversationsGod’s Faithfulness by Renee Coggins In today’s fast-paced world, relationships and convictions have become revolving doors. When one no longer suits us, it’s easily cast aside for the next greatest thing or popular opinion. All of this shifting sand can leave us weary of change and wary of others. In today’s teaching, Renee reminds us that God is a firm foundation where we can find respite for our weary souls. She reminds is that because God is faithful, we can be faithful in all he asks of us.RESOURCES:Daily Grace Podcast Episode 216 "The Faithf...2024-04-0930 min
TGC PodcastThe Case for In-Person ChurchPastors and TGC Council members Afshin Ziafat, Miguel Núñez, and George Robertson discuss the critical role of in-person church gatherings, particularly in the aftermath of the pandemic, emphasizing the need for Christians to reengage their local congregations. They explore the dual nature of live-streaming services, recognizing their utility in maintaining connections yet cautioning against their limitations in fostering deep relationships. Ziafat, Nunez, and Robertson also consider the responsibility of church members to their congregations and the blessing and benefit of belonging to a local community of believers.Watch this discussion on YouTube.
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The Family Discipleship PodcastWhat About Other Religions? with Afshin ZiafatAdam Griffin and Cassie Bryant are joined by Afshin Ziafat to discuss what sets Christianity apart from other religions and how discussing that with our kids helps reinforce the gospel.Questions Covered in This Episode:Can you walk us through some of your story of coming to Christ? Why do you think it’s important for parents to teach their kids about what other people believe?How can parents help their kids to respect people who don’t believe the same thing we do while standing firm on what we believe? What really sets Christianity apart from s...2024-02-2638 min
Tallowood Baptist ChurchThe Gospel Confront the World - Afshin ZiafatActs 17:16-34To discover more messages of hope go to tallowood.org/sermons/.Follow us on Instagram, X, and YouTube @tallowoodbc.Follow us on FaceBook @tallowoodbaptist2023-10-1846 min
Citizens Church SermonsA Song of Revelation for the Lost SoulOver the next few weeks we will be in the book of Psalm. This week, guest teacher Afshin Ziafat teaches from Psalm 19:1–6. The God of the Bible has made Himself known in the world around us and by revealing Himself in Scripture. He is a God who speaks, a God who wants to be known, and a God who pursues us.2023-07-1039 min
United City Church - SundaysMen's Night | Session 2 - Afshin ZiafatThis session is from Men's Night 2023 at United City Church Thanks for listening!NEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? We'd love to guide you in that next step in your walk with Christ: https://unitedcity.church/next-steps/NEED PRAYER?Do you need prayer? We'd love to pray for you and with you: https://unitedcity.church/prayer/PLAN A VISITNo matter your stage of life, we have a place for you. We invite you to experience UC with u...2023-05-2439 minUnited City Church - SundaysTHANKS | Afshin ZiafatMessage from guest preacher, Afshin Ziafat on May 21, 2023.ABOUT THIS MESSAGEListen in as Afshin focuses on the third word in this series – thanks - from Luke 17, and the importance of thankfulness not just in this life but eternally. The Gospel and Thanksgiving go hand in hand. In fact, grace and gratitude are related terms that share the same root. We are going to see how they are inextricably linked together. Thankfulness is primarily important in our vertical relationship with God; the overflow of that thankfulness is just as important for our earthly relationships. 2023-05-2340 minTGC PodcastHow Pastors Can Effectively Practice Theological TriageIn 2005, Al Mohler wrote an article about the call to Christian maturity through triaging theological issues. As with prioritizing particular injuries and illnesses in a hospital, there's great need for ranking theological issues in order of importance within the church.At TGC21, Matt Smethurst moderates a panel with Al Mohler, Gavin Ortlund, and Afshin Ziafat as they discuss how to separate primary, secondary, and tertiary theological beliefs. Smethurst defines the three categories as follows:Primary doctrines are central to Christianity—things you have to agree on to be a Christian.Secondary doctrines separate churches and create de...2023-03-3149 min
The Daily Grace PodcastThe Faithfulness of God in Our Testimonies w/Afshin ZiafatWhat’s your story? We all have one. As believers, God has crafted a story for each of us, bringing us into salvation through the work of His Son, Jesus. Your story may be one of faithful Christian parents that brought you up in the ways of the Lord. Your story may be one of wandering. Perhaps you became a Christian later in life after years of rebellion. Whatever your story entails, there is a common thread that we all share: the faithfulness of God.
In today’s episode, Krystal chats with her pastor, Afshin Ziafat. Though he w...2023-01-1029 min
She Reads Truth PodcastThe Life of Jesus Week 2 with Afshin ZiafatFor the second week of The Life of Jesus reading plan, Raechel and Amanda welcome pastor Afshin Ziafat to the podcast. While reading story after story from Jesus’s Galilean ministry, Raechel, Amanda, and Afshin remind us of the visible faith we are called to as we follow Jesus—a calling guaranteed to come with a cost. Listen in and join the She Reads Truth community this week in considering what we are willing to leave behind in our pursuit of Christ. Read with Us: This episode corres...2023-01-0959 min
DBU Chapel and EventsAfshin Ziafat - September 19, 20222022-09-1949 min
Church at the Cross : Sunday MessagesSong of Repentance for the Sinful Soul This message is the ninth message in our sermon series, "Songs of Renewal." Friend and Pastor from Providence Church, Afshin Ziafat, shares with us what true biblical repentance is. Psalm 51 + Turns to God + Confesses Sin + Begs for Mercy + Longs for Restoration + Seeks God's Glory2022-08-0941 min
The Austin Stone PodcastThe Transforming Nature of the GospelAfshin Ziafat examines 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10 and elaborates on how the transformative nature of the gospel forms servants, followers, examples, and ambassadors.
2022-07-2536 minTGC PodcastPastor, Keep Running Your RaceJohn Yates leads a pastoral panel with Matt Carter, Vermon Pierre, and Afshin Ziafat in a discussion on how hard ministry can be and what it takes to not lose heart. They discuss their personal experience of carrying the weight of the church and encountering criticism and fatigue. Together, they suggest how to prevent burnout by having: great mentors, friends inside the church, and a safe place to confess sin. They close with an emphasis on the importance of being surrounded by other believers and letting them speak into your life.
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T4G PodcastAfshin Ziafat — The Aroma of Christ (2 Corinthians 2)2022-05-2416 min
LifeTalkAfshin Ziafat [Episode 24]Afshin Ziafat is the lead Pastor of Providence Church Frisco. He is a PCA North parent and has spoken at many chapels for our PCA students. We discussed how to do life well when you are in college, married life and having a family. His passion is to teach the word of God as the authority and guide for life, to preach Jesus Christ as the only Savior and Redeemer of mankind, and to proclaim the love of Christ as the greatest treasure and hope in life. He and his wife, Meredith, currently reside in Frisco with their three...2022-03-1522 min
No Regrets Men's ConferenceAfshin Ziafat - How a Man's Work Matters to God Does your work matter to God? How do you follow Christ in a workplace that seems far from God? Why is the working world so challenging to what you believe? How do you find fulfillment in your work? Afshin will encourage men to press on in their work and glorify God in their workplace.” 2022-02-0532 minNo Regrets Men's ConferenceAfshin Ziafat - Take Hold What does it mean to be a man? Identity, masculinity, and manhood can be challenging topics in today’s culture. Where do we find direction in such a time as this? How can men learn to press on and live like Jesus in spite of challenges? Afshin will bring Biblical wisdom to the difficult topic of men’s Identity. 2022-02-0531 min
Southeastern Audio ArchivesAfshin Ziafat - A Prayer for Knowledge - Ephesians 1:15-23Afshin Ziafat preaches the Word on Ephesians 1:15-232021-11-0237 min
TGC Q&AHow Do I Know if I Married the Right Person?In this episode of TGC Q&A, Jared Wilson and Afshin Ziafat discuss the question, “How do I know if I married the right person?”They discuss:If you’re married, you married the right person (:00)The source of the question (1:08)A theological deficiency (2:21)The goal of marriage (3:26)The grass is greener where you water it (4:53)Bathing marriage in prayer (5:43)He or she isn’t your savior (7:21)You don’t complete me (8:51)Worthwhile intentionality (9:55)Explore more from TGC on the topic of marriage.
2021-05-0511 minTGC Q&AIf Hell Is Real, How Do Christians Justify Anything Except Evangelism?In this episode of TGC Q&A, Jared Wilson and Afshin Ziafat discuss the question, “If Hell is real, how do Christians justify anything except evangelism?” They address:Urgency and necessity (:00)Making disciples (2:08)Moral mandates to multi-faceted ministry (2:55)Pre-evangelism (3:58)Making much of Christ in all things (5:17)Explore more from TGC on the topic of evangelism.This episode of TGC Q&A is sponsored by Crossway, publisher of Providence, by bestselling author, John Piper. Sign up for a free Crossway+ account by Friday, April 30 to receive 40% off this book at crossway.org/TGC.
2021-03-2407 min
Verse By Verse Preaching PodcastHow Do You Know That God Has Called You to Preach? (With Guest Pastor Afshin Ziafat)Raised Muslim and abandoned by his family upon conversion there is nobody better to discuss the calling of the Christian Preacher than Pastor Afshin Ziafat. Join in on this conversation about the calling to preach.2021-01-1515 min
COM Resources - CO MinneapolisThe Revealed Will of God—Afshin ZiafatAfshin Ziafat shares his story of being raised in Islam but coming to faith in Christianity and explains what the true will of God is for our life and how we can follow it.
Tim Devane shares how we can and should practically give our lives away for Christ for the lost wherever we may be; in the United States or abroad.2020-11-1400 min
Let Your Mind Travel Through Words With Full AudiobookHelp My Unbelief: Why Doubt is Not the Enemy of Faith Audiobook by Barnabas PiperListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 482477
Title: Help My Unbelief: Why Doubt is Not the Enemy of Faith
Author: Barnabas Piper
Narrator: Barnabas Piper
Format: Unabridged
Length: 04:06:15
Language: English
Release date: 10-23-20
Publisher: ONE Audiobooks
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Counseling & Inspirational
Summary:
How doubt can lead to greater faith.
Barnabas Piper unpacks what faith really means. He shows how embracing doubts and questions can help us to get to know God, and encourages us to risk trusting God in our everyday lives, even when we don’t understand everything about him.
This book wi...2020-10-234h 06
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Title: Help My Unbelief: Why Doubt is Not the Enemy of Faith
Author: Barnabas Piper
Narrator: Barnabas Piper
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 6 minutes
Release date: October 23, 2020
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Christianity
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How doubt can lead to greater faith. Barnabas Piper unpacks what faith really means. He shows how embracing doubts and questions can help us to get to know God, and encourages us to risk trusting God in our everyday lives, even when we don’t understand everything about him. This book will encourage Ch...2020-10-234h 06Verse By Verse Preaching PodcastExplanation & Process (With Guest Pastor Afshin Ziafat)How do we get better at the explanation component of sermon preparation? Join me in the conversation with Pastor Afshin Ziafat as we talk about explanation and sermon preparation. 2020-10-0200 min
Ministry Wives PodcastAfshin Ziafat on the Cost in His Life of Following Christ2019-09-1000 min
TGC PodcastWhen Should I Leave a Church?A discussion with Sam Allberry, Juan Sánchez, and Afshin Ziafat2019-02-0508 minTGC PodcastWhen Should I Leave a Church?A discussion with Sam Allberry, Juan Sánchez, and Afshin Ziafat
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ERLC PodcastThe Gospel and Evangelism and the Future of Church PlantingJon Akin moderates a discussion between Kevin Ezell, Afshin Ziafat, Nathan Lino, and Josh Patterson at the Southern Baptist Convention Pre-Conference in Dallas, Texas, on June 9, 2018.
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2018-11-1335 minERLC PodcastEvangelicals and the future of racial unityPeering at the present state of racial relations within the church can leave one feeling discouraged. But, as Christians, we know that he who is in us is greater than he who is in the world. With this hope, Phillip Bethancourt, Don Carson, H.B. Charles, Crawford Loritts, Afshin Ziafat, and Beth Moore discussed the future of evangelicals and racial unity at our MLK50 conference. We pray this message encourages you.
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2018-07-1030 min
Preaching PointsPreach for Length of Hearing and Not for Length of SpeakingThis week Drs. Matthew Kim, and Scott Gibson discuss preaching for length of hearing and not for length of speaking. Thanks, listeners. And thank you for listening to this weekly podcast from the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. We have our biennial Preaching conference coming up in September 6-7 2018. Early Registration is available at https://npc2018.eventbrite.com. We hope you can join us as we have renowned guest speakers Ravi Zacharias, Mark Dever, Mary Hulst, Jared Alcantara, Afshin Ziafat, Calvin Woosung Choi, and Mark Farnham.2018-04-2306 min
Preaching SourcePreaching Interview: Afshin ZiafatPreaching Source Interview with Afshin Ziafat on September 26, 20172017-09-2630 min
SWBTS Chapel AudioAfshin Ziafat – The Church of GodAfshin Ziafat speaking on Acts 20 in SWBTS Chapel on Thursday March 9, 2017
The post Afshin Ziafat – The Church of God appeared first on Equip the Called.2017-03-1000 minSoutheastern Audio ArchivesAfshin Ziafat - The Kingship of Christ - John 18:33-382017-03-0200 min
CROSS Conference PodcastAfshin Ziafat -- Reaching Muslims for Christ (Breakout Session, CROSS 2016)In his talk, Afshin Ziafat shares how we can better reach Muslims for Christ. He begins by providing a brief history of Islam and then points to the key differences between Christianity and Islam in order to provide helpful talking points that Christians can use in future conversations.2017-01-2559 minCROSS Conference PodcastAfshin Ziafat -- Honor Thy Father and Mother (Breakout Session, CROSS 2016)In his talk, Afshin Ziafat shares what it means to honor your father and mother as you think through God's calling on your life. He focuses especially on those whose parents might not be happy about their son or daughter's interest in going to an unreached people group and he aims to provide some practical wisdom in how we can still show those parents honor.2017-01-2554 minCROSS Conference PodcastAfshin Ziafat -- The Sending Gospel (Session 10, CROSS 2016)In his talk, Afshin Ziafat shares how a proper understanding of the gospel is fuel for discipleship and mission. He shares the importance of continually setting our gaze on Christ and trusting him to be our satisfaction in every area of our life.2017-01-2453 minERLC PodcastThe cost of following Christ: One man’s journey from Islam to ChristianityFollowing Christ is more than an intellectual assent. At the ERLC Leadership Summit, Afshin Ziafat shares his story of what it meant to leave the Islam faith to follow Christ. We hope that you’re encouraged to follow Christ more faithfully because of Afshin’s testimony
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2017-01-0327 min
Church at the Cross : Sunday MessagesGoing GlobalGoing Global: God’s heart for the World. God loves the world. What does this mean for us in a city of growing diversity? How do we understand the opportunities of globalization? Afshin Ziafat, Lead Pastor of Providence Church2016-10-031h 33
Vertical Ministries Podcast8/29 Finding God's WillAfshin Ziafat share's from scripture to answer the age old question of "How do we find God's will?" 2016-08-2947 min
Culture MattersIslam, the Nations & #AskTVCSpecial guest Afshin Ziafat, the lead pastor of Providence Church, joins us to talk about what the Christian response to refugees should look like and to share some insight on the Islamic faith. In our new #AskTVC segment, we answer questions about Christians supporting Donald Trump, false gospels, the Sinner's Prayer and more.2016-02-0541 minSoutheastern Audio ArchivesAfshin Ziafat - Go Conference 2016 - Session 22016-02-0200 min
Church at the Cross : Sunday MessagesThe Gospel, The Church, and RaceAfshin Ziafat, pastor of Providence Church in Frisco, TX helps us navigate the issue of race and how we as the church can model reconciliation.2015-11-011h 16
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary - Video PodcastAfshin Ziafat - What Elders are Called to Be and Do - Acts 20:28Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary - http://www.sebts.edu/2015-01-2700 minSoutheastern Baptist Theological Seminary - Miscellaneous Audio PodcastAfshin Ziafat - What Elders are Called to Be and Do - Acts 20:28Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary - http://apps.sebts.edu/2015-01-2700 minSoutheastern Audio ArchivesAfshin Ziafat - What Elders are Called to Be and Do - Acts 20:282015-01-2700 min
Vertical Ministries Podcast10/13 Guest Speaker: Afshin Ziafat2014-10-1549 minVertical Ministries Podcast10/29 Guest Speaker: Afshin Ziafat - The High Priestly Prayer2013-10-2944 min
Hope Church Podcast 872843Hope for the World :: Afshin Ziafat2012-10-1539 min
Hope Church LV SermonsHope for the World :: Afshin Ziafat2012-10-1539 min
ASPIRE | 2011 PASTORS' CONFERENCE | Video PodcastASPIRE Msg: Afshin Ziafat2011-06-1700 min
ASPIRE | 2011 PASTORS' CONFERENCE | Audio PodcastASPIRE Msg: Afshin Ziafat2011-06-1700 min
Band of Brothers Quest for Authentic Manhood 2007Men's Life Week 13_The Good News Solution to the Heart WoundAfshin Ziafat concludes the three-week look at the one wound which is common to all men...Depravity. He also shares the genuine Good News for each of us. His story of being transformed by Christ is truly inspiring.2008-01-1200 minBand of Brothers Quest for Authentic Manhood 2007Men's Life Week 12 Implications of the Heart WoundAfshin Ziafat continues unpacking the heart wound, also known as depravity. This lesson explores the actual implications we all wrestle with because of depravity.2007-12-1300 minBand of Brothers Quest for Authentic Manhood 2007Men's Life Week 11 The Heart WoundAfshin Ziafat, our special guest for the next 3 sessions, leads us in understanding the one wound we ALL have...a wound not of nurture (i.e., absent father, over-bearing mother, peer rejection, etc.), but of nature. This is the beginning of a three-week look into the one wound common to all men.2007-12-0600 min