He was a believer with a platform and a reputation. A professional runner with discipline, accolades, and a name people recognized. He talked about the Lord, showed up to church, and knew how to sound spiritual. But somewhere along the way, his gift replaced his God. He was living in sin while denying it. Correction came and went. Scripture was explained. Concern was expressed. He waved it off. Pride sat comfortably on his shoulders. He believed his discipline, his strength,

No two Independent Baptist churches are exactly the same. Each church has its own personality, its own emphasis, and its own way of carrying out the work of God. That is part of the beauty of being independent. We do not answer to a board, a denomination, or a convention. We answer to God and the authority of His Word. That freedom also means that churches will look different from one another. Philosophies of ministry, standards of music, and approaches to worship vary greatl

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