In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Pastor Craig discusses the importance of having a productive faith that goes beyond mere profession. He emphasizes that Jesus expects believers to bear fruit in their lives, which reflects their relationship with Him. The conversation explores the significance of community, accountability, and maintaining spiritual habits to ensure that believers remain fruitful. Craig warns against distractions that can lead to a fruitless life and encourages listeners to take action in their faith journey, highlighting that the world is watching and needs to see the evidence of a living faith.

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In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Pastor Craig Walden discusses the story of Jesus cursing the fig tree as a metaphor for the expectations God has for His people. He emphasizes that while Jesus embodies gentleness, He also represents justice and has high expectations for His followers. The fig tree serves as a warning against merely appearing to be fruitful without actually producing good works. The conversation encourages listeners to reflect on their faith and the authenticity of their Christian walk.

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In this episode of the Dirty Shepherd podcast, Craig discusses the importance of personal invitations to church, sharing statistics that reveal how few people receive such invitations. Mackenzie shares her personal testimony of how an invitation transformed her life and led her to a supportive church community. Craig emphasizes the need for persistence and resourcefulness in inviting friends to Jesus, encouraging listeners to overcome obstacles and make an effort to bring others to faith.

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