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Reaching For Real Life with Sean Azzaro
Hosted by Sean Azzaro · EN
Candid conversations about how faith impacts real life, beyond the church life, beyond the faith talk and into real authentic faith.
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How To Discern Truth with Sean and Ryan Azzaro
Jul 800:24:32Tap to summarizePastor Sean and Pastor Ryan Azzaro of Landmark Church in San Marcos discuss how Christians can discern truth amid the abundance of popular teachers and resources. They address the pastoral challenge of steering people away from errant or false teaching, citing examples such as prosperity doctrine, movements claiming the church has misread the Bible for centuries, and skepticism toward Paul’s writings. Ryan offers a framework for discernment: study Scripture by the Spirit, take responsibility for formation, learn in community and church tradition with humility, test resources by their view of Scripture and Christ-centeredness, and watch for red flags like revisionism, confusion on core doctrines, lack of accountability, and worldliness aligned with culture.00:00 Podcast Intro and Support01:07 Meet Ryan and Landmark Update01:49 Landmark Growth and Two Services03:34 The Discernment Problem05:52 Examples of False Teaching08:06 How to Respond Wisely09:48 Grow in Discernment15:52 Test Teachers and Resources18:08 Red Flags to Watch For20:48 Wrap Up and Where to Listen21:09 Closing Announcements and Song
Transcribe →How To Discern Truth with Sean and Ryan Azzaro
Jul 800:24:32Tap to summarizePastor Sean and Pastor Ryan Azzaro of Landmark Church in San Marcos discuss how Christians can discern truth amid the abundance of popular teachers and resources. They address the pastoral challenge of steering people away from errant or false teaching, citing examples such as prosperity doctrine, movements claiming the church has misread the Bible for centuries, and skepticism toward Paul’s writings. Ryan offers a framework for discernment: study Scripture by the Spirit, take responsibility for formation, learn in community and church tradition with humility, test resources by their view of Scripture and Christ-centeredness, and watch for red flags like revisionism, confusion on core doctrines, lack of accountability, and worldliness aligned with culture.00:00 Podcast Intro and Support01:07 Meet Ryan and Landmark Update01:49 Landmark Growth and Two Services03:34 The Discernment Problem05:52 Examples of False Teaching08:06 How to Respond Wisely09:48 Grow in Discernment15:52 Test Teachers and Resources18:08 Red Flags to Watch For20:48 Wrap Up and Where to Listen21:09 Closing Announcements and Song
Transcribe →River City Believer's Academy's Jenn Conant
Jun 2400:26:43Tap to summarizeWith school starting soon, Sean shares that Jennifer Conant has been promoted from assistant principal to head of schools at River City Believers Academy after 13 years on staff, and interviews her about her journey from stay-at-home mom to teacher and administrator, her love for students and families, and the school’s mission to disciple students as passionate followers of Jesus while maintaining strong academics.Conant highlights benefits like a family culture, small class sizes, and a safe environment, shares how to learn more at rcbaonline.com or 210-656-2999, requests prayer for building expansion, staff refreshment, and wisdom.00:00 Fathers Day Catch Up01:14 Jerky Stick Tradition02:04 School Leadership Update03:24 Meet Jennifer Conant03:57 Her RCBA Journey05:55 Called to Lead08:43 Strengths and Relationships11:20 School and Church Mission13:02 Faith Over Achievement13:32 Leading Through Highs Lows14:07 God Provides Stewardship15:18 Humility Builds Trust16:40 Why Private School Matters17:03 Family Culture Love18:46 Small Classes Safe Growth20:45 How to Learn More21:56 Prayer Needs Expansion24:01 Closing Reflections Signoff
Transcribe →River City Believer's Academy's Jenn Conant
Jun 2400:26:43Tap to summarizeWith school starting soon, Sean shares that Jennifer Conant has been promoted from assistant principal to head of schools at River City Believers Academy after 13 years on staff, and interviews her about her journey from stay-at-home mom to teacher and administrator, her love for students and families, and the school’s mission to disciple students as passionate followers of Jesus while maintaining strong academics.Conant highlights benefits like a family culture, small class sizes, and a safe environment, shares how to learn more at rcbaonline.com or 210-656-2999, requests prayer for building expansion, staff refreshment, and wisdom.00:00 Fathers Day Catch Up01:14 Jerky Stick Tradition02:04 School Leadership Update03:24 Meet Jennifer Conant03:57 Her RCBA Journey05:55 Called to Lead08:43 Strengths and Relationships11:20 School and Church Mission13:02 Faith Over Achievement13:32 Leading Through Highs Lows14:07 God Provides Stewardship15:18 Humility Builds Trust16:40 Why Private School Matters17:03 Family Culture Love18:46 Small Classes Safe Growth20:45 How to Learn More21:56 Prayer Needs Expansion24:01 Closing Reflections Signoff
Transcribe →Gratitude And Prayer For America's 250th Anniversary
Jun 1700:26:58Tap to summarizePastor Sean Azzaro and Baron Wiley discuss Sean’s upcoming sabbatical, the difficulty of truly unplugging from work and leadership, and urge church boards and elders to understand the unique demands of pastoral ministry. The conversation shifts to hope for America as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, encouraging gratitude, travel and history study, and distinguishing patriotism from “Christian nationalism.” Sean recommends Tom Holland’s book “Dominion” and closes with a prayer for America, repentance, generosity, and revival.00:00 Sabbatical Banter01:16 Unplugging From Work03:14 Why Pastors Need Rest04:45 Boards Elders And Support06:58 Sharing The Pulpit07:28 God Is Series Preview08:45 Hope For America10:24 Travel And Gratitude12:30 Media Myths And Visitors15:13 Land Acknowledgements Debate18:54 Christian Nationalism Clarified20:33 Christian Roots Of The West24:40 Give Thanks This July25:11 Closing Prayer For America
Transcribe →Gratitude And Prayer For America's 250th Anniversary
Jun 1700:26:58Tap to summarizePastor Sean Azzaro and Baron Wiley discuss Sean’s upcoming sabbatical, the difficulty of truly unplugging from work and leadership, and urge church boards and elders to understand the unique demands of pastoral ministry. The conversation shifts to hope for America as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, encouraging gratitude, travel and history study, and distinguishing patriotism from “Christian nationalism.” Sean recommends Tom Holland’s book “Dominion” and closes with a prayer for America, repentance, generosity, and revival.00:00 Sabbatical Banter01:16 Unplugging From Work03:14 Why Pastors Need Rest04:45 Boards Elders And Support06:58 Sharing The Pulpit07:28 God Is Series Preview08:45 Hope For America10:24 Travel And Gratitude12:30 Media Myths And Visitors15:13 Land Acknowledgements Debate18:54 Christian Nationalism Clarified20:33 Christian Roots Of The West24:40 Give Thanks This July25:11 Closing Prayer For America
Transcribe →Faith, Politics, and Discernment: Responding To James Talarico
Jun 1000:26:25Tap to summarizeThe Texas primaries are complete and now we look to November where the big race is with Ken Paxton vs. James Talarico. Sean speaks to Talarico’s public statements about Christianity, “Christian nationalism,” gender (including a clip where Talarico claims God is non-binary), and abortion (including his argument about Mary’s consent). Sean argues these are distortions of scripture and warns believers about deception and a “different gospel,” while emphasizing love for people, compassion for women facing unwanted pregnancies, and participation in elections without bitterness. 00:00 Welcome and Camp Plans01:10 Spurs Game and City Culture03:57 Election Matchup Preview04:51 Talarico Claims and Straw Men09:44 Trans Ideology and Kids11:20 God Is Nonbinary Clip15:07 Abortion Consent Argument19:43 Pastors Politics and False Teachers22:19 How Believers Should Respond23:08 God Is Series and Closing
Transcribe →Faith, Politics, and Discernment: Responding To James Talarico
Jun 1000:26:25Tap to summarizeThe Texas primaries are complete and now we look to November where the big race is with Ken Paxton vs. James Talarico. Sean speaks to Talarico’s public statements about Christianity, “Christian nationalism,” gender (including a clip where Talarico claims God is non-binary), and abortion (including his argument about Mary’s consent). Sean argues these are distortions of scripture and warns believers about deception and a “different gospel,” while emphasizing love for people, compassion for women facing unwanted pregnancies, and participation in elections without bitterness. 00:00 Welcome and Camp Plans01:10 Spurs Game and City Culture03:57 Election Matchup Preview04:51 Talarico Claims and Straw Men09:44 Trans Ideology and Kids11:20 God Is Nonbinary Clip15:07 Abortion Consent Argument19:43 Pastors Politics and False Teachers22:19 How Believers Should Respond23:08 God Is Series and Closing
Transcribe →Dr. Les Hollon - Love As Holiness
Jun 200:26:33Tap to summarizeLove as Holiness: Dr. Les Holland on Reconciliation, Pastoral Leadership, and COVID-Era MinistryPastor Sean Azzaro talks with Dr. Les Hollan, longtime pastor of Trinity Baptist Church and author of Love as Holiness: Dare to Live It, joined by his wife, Vicky. Holland reflects on following Buckner Fanning, building “love bridges” after a difficult church transition, and his emphasis on reconciliation, listening, and early-morning meditation. He explains the book’s origin in his PhD work and frames love as the way of experiencing God’s holiness, offering leadership lessons such as loving God first, casting clear vision while building consensus, and being willing to say “I don’t know.” Holland discusses leading through COVID, boundaries after retirement, and Vicky highlights the story-driven nature of the book. 00:00 Show Kickoff Banter01:03 Introducing Dr Les Hollan01:50 Call to Trinity Baptist03:33 Leading After a Predecessor04:34 Reconciliation Artist Story06:31 Love as Holiness Book07:32 Pastoral Pressure and Practices11:36 Leadership Lessons for Pastors13:53 Revelation And Humility15:12 Leading Through COVID16:27 Crisis Ministry Breakthrough17:40 Advice To Younger Self19:46 Retirement And Community22:46 Boundaries With Successor24:08 Vicky On The Book25:10 Wrap Up And Next Series
Transcribe →Dr. Les Hollon - Love As Holiness
Jun 200:26:33Tap to summarizeLove as Holiness: Dr. Les Holland on Reconciliation, Pastoral Leadership, and COVID-Era MinistryPastor Sean Azzaro talks with Dr. Les Hollan, longtime pastor of Trinity Baptist Church and author of Love as Holiness: Dare to Live It, joined by his wife, Vicky. Holland reflects on following Buckner Fanning, building “love bridges” after a difficult church transition, and his emphasis on reconciliation, listening, and early-morning meditation. He explains the book’s origin in his PhD work and frames love as the way of experiencing God’s holiness, offering leadership lessons such as loving God first, casting clear vision while building consensus, and being willing to say “I don’t know.” Holland discusses leading through COVID, boundaries after retirement, and Vicky highlights the story-driven nature of the book. 00:00 Show Kickoff Banter01:03 Introducing Dr Les Hollan01:50 Call to Trinity Baptist03:33 Leading After a Predecessor04:34 Reconciliation Artist Story06:31 Love as Holiness Book07:32 Pastoral Pressure and Practices11:36 Leadership Lessons for Pastors13:53 Revelation And Humility15:12 Leading Through COVID16:27 Crisis Ministry Breakthrough17:40 Advice To Younger Self19:46 Retirement And Community22:46 Boundaries With Successor24:08 Vicky On The Book25:10 Wrap Up And Next Series
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