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LGBT Doctrines Part 7 – Sanctification Part 1

In this series about LGBT Doctrines we’ve been reviewing different doctrines surrounding the LGBT+ ideas. We have recently been discussing Side B “Gay Christianity” (Celibate) and contrasting the common doctrines against what scripture says. Today we will be talking about sanctification, it’s intersection with holiness, righteousness, and our salvation. What is sanctification? How does it work in the repentant individual who desires to leave behind the LGBT identity and lifestyle? Does God transform hearts and minds? To what degree? Is it just about our behaviors? Is grace there to prevent us from sinning? These and more discussed today.

Daren Mehl on Dr. J Show

Former homosexuals, individuals that have unwanted same-sex attraction, and the families of these truly marginalized people. He is a former homosexual who now lives as a disciple of Jesus and has received healing through Jesus. Mehl shares his testimony of coming out of a gay Christian lifestyle to live faithfully in marriage with his wife Rhoda of 18 years.

Calling Evil Good – Our Response to Andy Stanley

The Bible warns of a time when society will call evil good, and good evil. It seems as though we are living in such times. In this episode we will break down Andy Stanley’s recent statements regarding same-sex attractions and offer a response based on the Bible and our own experiences of finding freedom from sexual brokenness. #andystanleyheresy

Are we the Righteousness of God?

Genesis 6 thoughts Still lingering in Genesis 6 Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord and says that he was a just man perfect in his generations, Noah walked with God.Another version says he was blameless!! What the heck?Let's look at these two words.I was...
Worthy by Nate Oyloe

Worthy Is the Lamb!

Check out the story behind Nate’s new music release!

Gracie Poole

Diggin Up the Roots part 1

When I was a little girl, very little, maybe like 4 years old, my brother Joe had gotten a tick on his chest. I remember we could see part of it but it was definitely “stuck” in him. I cried and screamed because I didnt want my brother to get sick from the bug and it...

The Meeting House Interview

Daren Mehl shares his testimony of coming out of the gay identity and lifestyle as a Christian on The Meeting House podcast with Bob Crittenden. Aired on Faith Radio June 22nd, 2023.

The Hope Report – Daren Interview

June is both a month of intense warfare for Daren Mehl and a time to thank God for the radical rescue mission that saved him. Years ago, Daren and his future wife were both same-sex attracted – but one touch of the Holy Spirit changed everything. They repented and turned toward a journey of healing and discipleship in Jesus!Today, Daren serves as Associate Pastor of Warroad Community Church and is Associate Director of Agape First Ministries, an organization that helps people struggling with sexual and gender identity while standing for Biblical truth. Join us for Daren’s powerful testimony.

The Heart of Creation

I’ve often wondered why is it so difficult to see people how we were truly created, and not by our flesh.

LGBT Doctrines Part 7 – Sanctification Part 1

In this series about LGBT Doctrines we’ve been reviewing different doctrines surrounding the LGBT+ ideas. We have recently been discussing Side B “Gay Christianity” (Celibate) and contrasting the common doctrines against what scripture says. Today we will be talking about sanctification, it’s intersection with holiness, righteousness, and our salvation. What is sanctification? How does it work in the repentant individual who desires to leave behind the LGBT identity and lifestyle? Does God transform hearts and minds? To what degree? Is it just about our behaviors? Is grace there to prevent us from sinning? These and more discussed today.

Worthy by Nate Oyloe

Worthy Is the Lamb!

Check out the story behind Nate’s new music release!

There Is A Fountain

This past summer as I sought the Lord for vision for the upcoming year (our programming runs on the school year), He led me to these verses in Zechariah. We know the fulfillment of these verses are realized during the Day of the Lord, when Jesus returns. However, before that great and terrible day, we get little glimpses of these realities when the Holy Spirit draws near to His church. We call these times, “revivals.”

My Great Hope for Gen Z!

Nate shares an encouraging word about the leadership of Jesus over Gen Z and some insights he has attained after several conversations with young people. Isaiah 9 and Zephaniah 3:12

Corner Fringe Ministries & Agape First Ministries Episode 3

Join Kraig, Nate, Luca, and Mike for the final night of our Truth in Love Conference.
Tonight we ask the question, “Can the image of God be restored?”

A blurred picture of a man kneeling and praying with hands clasped in front of his face, in the aisle at church, with pews on either side of him. The viewpoint is from the altar looking at the front of the man. A quote from Nate Oyloe is provided on top of the blurred image.

Quiet Oneself

It is important to quiet oneself and sit with the Lord until the triggers calm down. Being in the presence of God with an open heart settles so many things.

Corner Fringe Ministries & Agape First Ministries Episode 2

Join Kraig, Nate, Luca, and Mike as they continue the discussion regarding Sexualities war with the image of God. Tonight we will answer some challenging questions: Is the perception reality? How/why do hurting people hurt people? How does God define love in His Word? What happens when….?

Episode 3 – Making Jesus Famous

Agape First Podcast host Daren Mehl is joined by Nate Oyle and Luca Groppoli. All formerly identifying as gay, Jesus set them free and they are now full of joy and life abundantly. They talk about how awesome Jesus is as they make His name famous. #JesusTransforms #AgapeFirst #FreedomUnited #AgapeFirstMinistries #MakeJesusFamous

Corner Fringe Ministries & Agape First Ministries Episode 1

Join Pastors Mike Sutcliffe and Kraig Dorney (Corner Fringe Ministries) and Pastors Nate Oyloe and Lucca Jo Groppoli (AgapeFirstMinistries.org) for a 3-week roundtable discussion regarding how our culture’s modern concept of sexuality is at war with the image of God.
Tonight’s Topic is the Battle for the Hearts and Minds of Humanity

We’ll explore where our influence comes from (families, social media, entertainment, government, etc.).

Episode 2 – Biden LGBTQ+ Executive Order

The Agape First Ministry team discuss the Biden LGBTQ Executive Order and how it will impact Christian’s, former LGBTQ, our own ministry, and the church at large.

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LGBT Doctrines Part 7 – Sanctification Part 1

In this series about LGBT Doctrines we’ve been reviewing different doctrines surrounding the LGBT+ ideas. We have recently been discussing Side B “Gay Christianity” (Celibate) and contrasting the common doctrines against what scripture says. Today we will be talking about sanctification, it’s intersection with holiness, righteousness, and our salvation. What is sanctification? How does it work in the repentant individual who desires to leave behind the LGBT identity and lifestyle? Does God transform hearts and minds? To what degree? Is it just about our behaviors? Is grace there to prevent us from sinning? These and more discussed today.

Daren Mehl on Dr. J Show

Former homosexuals, individuals that have unwanted same-sex attraction, and the families of these truly marginalized people. He is a former homosexual who now lives as a disciple of Jesus and has received healing through Jesus. Mehl shares his testimony of coming out of a gay Christian lifestyle to live faithfully in marriage with his wife Rhoda of 18 years.

Calling Evil Good – Our Response to Andy Stanley

The Bible warns of a time when society will call evil good, and good evil. It seems as though we are living in such times. In this episode we will break down Andy Stanley’s recent statements regarding same-sex attractions and offer a response based on the Bible and our own experiences of finding freedom from sexual brokenness. #andystanleyheresy

The Meeting House Interview

Daren Mehl shares his testimony of coming out of the gay identity and lifestyle as a Christian on The Meeting House podcast with Bob Crittenden. Aired on Faith Radio June 22nd, 2023.

The Hope Report – Daren Interview

June is both a month of intense warfare for Daren Mehl and a time to thank God for the radical rescue mission that saved him. Years ago, Daren and his future wife were both same-sex attracted – but one touch of the Holy Spirit changed everything. They repented and turned toward a journey of healing and discipleship in Jesus!Today, Daren serves as Associate Pastor of Warroad Community Church and is Associate Director of Agape First Ministries, an organization that helps people struggling with sexual and gender identity while standing for Biblical truth. Join us for Daren’s powerful testimony.

Executive Order 23-03 “Gender Affirming Healthcare”

AFM condemns the passage of Governor Walz Executive Order 23-03 as it is unconstitutional and harms children. MN Bill HF146 is likewise harmful.

Fostering a Biblical Identity – A Parents Guide

This guide offers parents a biblical perspective of where we are in culture today, the challenges before us, and the hope we have in God’s truth to be restored to His truth for family and our identity. Restoration of the family is God’s desire for us.

Live and Love More: A Born-Again Marriage: A Testimony Not Allowed To Be Heard

Some loving marriage stories are not being told but are being erased and censored from the public square, even being made criminal. The hope we have in Christ for a transformed heart and renewed mind which proves abundant life in a loving marriage is being attacked and labeled as evil today. Jesus brought together two very unlikely people in a marriage that survived great testing and trials, attacked by popular culture and criticized as a fraud.

Bible News Radio – Stacy Harp interviews Daren Mehl

Bible News Radio host Stacy Lynn Harp interviews Daren Mehl of Voice of the Voiceless. (Also Missionary and Associate Director with Agape First Ministries.) Voice of the Voiceless is a non-profit organization whose mission is to defend the rights of people who are virtually never given a voice in the public square, and — in fact — often told that they don’t exist or are lying: Former homosexuals, individuals that have unwanted same-sex attraction, and the families of these truly marginalized people.

LGBT Doctrines Part 7 – Sanctification Part 1

In this series about LGBT Doctrines we’ve been reviewing different doctrines surrounding the LGBT+ ideas. We have recently been discussing Side B “Gay Christianity” (Celibate) and contrasting the common doctrines against what scripture says. Today we will be talking about sanctification, it’s intersection with holiness, righteousness, and our salvation. What is sanctification? How does it work in the repentant individual who desires to leave behind the LGBT identity and lifestyle? Does God transform hearts and minds? To what degree? Is it just about our behaviors? Is grace there to prevent us from sinning? These and more discussed today.

Are we the Righteousness of God?

Genesis 6 thoughts Still lingering in Genesis 6 Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord and says that he was a just man perfect in his generations, Noah walked with God.Another version says he was blameless!! What the heck?Let's look at these two words.I was...

The Heart of Creation

I’ve often wondered why is it so difficult to see people how we were truly created, and not by our flesh.

Corner Fringe Ministries & Agape First Ministries Episode 3

Join Kraig, Nate, Luca, and Mike for the final night of our Truth in Love Conference.
Tonight we ask the question, “Can the image of God be restored?”

Corner Fringe Ministries & Agape First Ministries Episode 2

Join Kraig, Nate, Luca, and Mike as they continue the discussion regarding Sexualities war with the image of God. Tonight we will answer some challenging questions: Is the perception reality? How/why do hurting people hurt people? How does God define love in His Word? What happens when….?

Episode 3 – Making Jesus Famous

Agape First Podcast host Daren Mehl is joined by Nate Oyle and Luca Groppoli. All formerly identifying as gay, Jesus set them free and they are now full of joy and life abundantly. They talk about how awesome Jesus is as they make His name famous. #JesusTransforms #AgapeFirst #FreedomUnited #AgapeFirstMinistries #MakeJesusFamous

Corner Fringe Ministries & Agape First Ministries Episode 1

Join Pastors Mike Sutcliffe and Kraig Dorney (Corner Fringe Ministries) and Pastors Nate Oyloe and Lucca Jo Groppoli (AgapeFirstMinistries.org) for a 3-week roundtable discussion regarding how our culture’s modern concept of sexuality is at war with the image of God.
Tonight’s Topic is the Battle for the Hearts and Minds of Humanity

We’ll explore where our influence comes from (families, social media, entertainment, government, etc.).

Episode 2 – Biden LGBTQ+ Executive Order

The Agape First Ministry team discuss the Biden LGBTQ Executive Order and how it will impact Christian’s, former LGBTQ, our own ministry, and the church at large.

Episode 1 – Introductions

Nate, Daren, and Luca give brief introductions and discuss some of the hallmarks of Agape First Ministries, including a testimony.

Freedom United – Pastor Luca Groppoli – The Empowered and Transformed

Pastor Luca Groppoli shares her message at Freedom United Conference. Main points: 1. Repent 2. Be Baptised 3. Transformation “BE BAPTIZED for the remission of sins; AND you shall receive the Gift of the Holy Spirit.” Acts 2:38 “Then God blessed them, and God said to...

Connecting with God in Hessed Community

Hessed is the Hebrew word for Agape, God’s love, our namesake. We believe that joy is found in Hessed connection with God and our Christian community.

Agape First Ministries Hallmarks

Agape First Ministries has several core hallmarks that sets us apart. The are contrasting ideas and where we believe the truth is on these topics.

Jonny Maxcy

Johnny Max: My Testimony

Jonny’s testimony.

Returning to Joy Title Slide

Returning to Joy

When we talk about joy, we have to go back to the beginning. God created us in His own image. He designed us so that EVERY part of us would grow in JOY.

Immanuel Lifestyle Overview

Immanuel Prayer offers a process that is very useful to help people connect to the Lord in a prayer ministry session. It is a process of connection personally and interactively with the Lord, and removing barriers and hindrances to an intimate, interactive lifestyle of connection with Him. The goal is to build and deepen a securely attached relationship with the Lord, one that increases our capacity to stay connected to Him even in difficult life situations or painful experiences.

Wendi Williams

Introducing Wendi

This is the history of how God has worked in my life.

God did a miracle at the Capitol during the vote for abortion and transgenders

I went to the Capitol last Friday with my dear sister, Beth Beebe. It was very chaotic outside the chamber! There were Christians praying and singing and the other side was chanting and saying like high school cheers trying to drown out the songs of those singing Amazing Grace and hymns.

The Ark: Avoiding the Landmines while Ministering to LGBTQ

I have 9 years of experiences with True Love Outreach where I go to where the LGBTQ are and show love and seek to share Christ with them. I have stepped on many landmines and blown up! So I hope you can learn from me and not make the same mistakes I have!

Discipleship Matters

Discipleship matters to the Christian faith. To be transformed into the image of Jesus requires discipleship in the faith. God will transform those who remain a disciple of Jesus.

Val Eliason

Val Eliason Testimony

Val shares her testimony.

Val Eliason

Introducing Val Eliason

Learning about Val

Discipleship Matters

Discipleship matters to the Christian faith. To be transformed into the image of Jesus requires discipleship in the faith. God will transform those who remain a disciple of Jesus.

A little about Kelly

Kelly Wallen shares a little bit about herself.

Open Letter to Chipotle

In “honor” of Pride Month, here is an article I posted on RealDarkNews.com last year during Pride Month.

Consider the Chickens, O Wounded!

A friend of mine recently began sharing with me some of the frustrations of raising chickens. She began talking about pecking order and the precautions that need to be taken to protect those birds lowest in pecking order. I couldn’t help but see the allegorical social...

Beautifully Broken

Kintsugi (which translates to English as, “golden joinery”) is a Japanese art form which employs lacquer dusted or mixed with powdered gold, silver, or platinum to repair broken or cracked pottery. This is likely a foreign concept to our modern Walmart worldview of,...
Vicki Joy Anderson

Introducing Vicki Joy Anderson

Overcoming Childhood Trauma

Gracie Poole

Diggin Up the Roots part 1

When I was a little girl, very little, maybe like 4 years old, my brother Joe had gotten a tick on his chest. I remember we could see part of it but it was definitely “stuck” in him. I cried and screamed because I didnt want my brother to get sick from the bug and it...

How the Church Has Hurt the LGBTQ+ Community

How has the Church hurt LGBTQ+ individuals? In so many ways, but in short, we have made it so difficult for them to come to the feet of Jesus. We need to ask God to help us show them love, and be armed with the truth, seasoned with grace, in order that we may share with them the message Jesus has, Today is the day of repentance!

The Biblical Basis for Transformation

Transformation for the Christian is a work of Jesus Christ in our lives. As we are in Christ, and Christ in us, an intimate relationship is made. In Jesus we are made new.

Gracie Poole

Introducing Gracie Poole

Learning about Gracie