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Ep. 15- Faith, Fellowship, and Finding God's Purpose with Pastor Jackie Hill
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Sometimes God's greatest protection happens when we don't even realize we need it. In this deeply personal conversation, Pastor Jackie Hill shares the incredible story of how, as a sheltered homeschool student, he unknowingly gave a ride to a pimp and prostitute, then accidentally picked up what turned out to be a dealer amount of crack cocaine. It's a powerful reminder that divine grace often shields us from dangers we don't even perceive.
Having served at Roseville Baptist Church in Minnesota for 19 years, Jackie offers unique insights from ministering in what he describes as "the least churched state in the country." The contrast between his Bible Belt upbringing and his current mission field—where he regularly meets people who have never heard of Jesus—has profoundly shaped his approach to sharing the gospel. His passion for developing new church leaders shines through as he describes ordaining approximately 18 men as pastors or deacons during his tenure.
Both B-Rob and Jackie reflect on their transformative experience at "Man Camp," a Christian men's retreat. Their stories of divine appointments and unexpected blessings—including how a simple emergency poncho became a profound provision—illustrate how removing worldly distractions allows us to see God's hand more clearly in our lives. This conversation will challenge you to notice the small evidences of God's care that often go unrecognized amid life's noise and distractions.
The episode concludes with Pastor Jackie offering practical spiritual advice tied to Easter's resurrection theme. He encourages listeners to seek "new life" in every aspect of their lives through consistent time with God—even if just for a few minutes daily. Connect with Pastor Jackie on his 1717 Podcast where he answers biblical questions on everything from theology to cultural issues.
What small blessing from God have you overlooked today? Listen now and prepare to see His hand in the details of your life with fresh eyes.
Chapters
1. Introduction to Pastor Jackie Hill (00:00:00)
2. Man Camp Reflections (00:02:18)
3. Jackie's Pastoral Journey (00:04:23)
4. The Crackhead and Pimp Story (00:06:16)
5. B-Rob's Divine Protection in Dallas (00:11:03)
6. The 1717 Podcast and Future Plans (00:14:53)
7. Man Camp Divine Appointments (00:20:18)
8. Resurrection Motivation and Closing Prayer (00:28:03)
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