Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston
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Meeting Opposition???
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As I share with others, especially pastors, the journey that I am finding myself on, I am finding opposition. People are not opposed to the Kingdom being advance or people coming into intentional…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Ryan Spear Sep 2, 2011.

 

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Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston and Peter Horvatin are now friends Oct 15, 2011
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Ryan Spear replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
Obveously, you talk to the right wrong people, pastors or people going to church who think it's important, you'll find opposition.   If it wasn't for visiting and reading web pages as this, or those reminders dotting the…
Sep 2, 2011
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Stephen Hudson replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
Our group was pretty independant already and I had been teaching relationship church for a good few years.  I also gave them 9 months warning so hopefully it was not too much of a shock!  I think it is harder in France than say the UK as…
Sep 1, 2011
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Cheryl Kaster replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
I am not surprised.  You led a group that was part of another church (if that is what you mean by "inside" a baptist church.  The "traditional" form of the institutionalized church is simply too ingrained.  Had…
Sep 1, 2011
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John Bennett replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
Andy:      I agree, however I would add:         Mat 18:20 For where two or three are gathered together in My name, there am I in the midst of them.      The context of this verse is…
Sep 1, 2011
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Todd Walworth replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
How true John. Some oppose because they are told to.  Practicing meeting in the homes even if you don't insist that others do, causes some to feel their group or ministry is threatened.  I have found that many (Praise the Lord not…
Aug 31, 2011
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John Bennett replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
Perhaps...    Validation of Worth (Mid-Life Crisis Type) - "Pride of Life"  Dependable Salaries (Afraid of trusting God) - "Lust of the World"  Lust for Controlling Others (Feeling Self-Important) - "Lust…
Aug 31, 2011
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Stephen Hudson replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
I lead a group for about 8 years inside a baptist church but when I suggested to the group that we become "independant" the reaction was surprising.  Someone was fine with the idea but then wanted some sort of oversight.  Another…
Aug 29, 2011
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Teresa replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
Great discussion; 1(one) love in Christ for the Body of Christ (church) His believers. I only speak from my expierence with Christ and my walk. He delivered me from a life of abuse from the time I was a child ,child abuse, voilence,rape, drug…
Aug 22, 2011
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Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston updated their profile Feb 3, 2011
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Todd Walworth replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
Opposition from those in a "position of leadership", I think comes from many different avenues. If we are genuinely pursuing the Lord, His Purpose, and seeking the organic Body of Christ in practicality it will produce persecution from…
Aug 19, 2010
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Max & Suzanne Watters replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
Hi Andy, You are only facing the same opposition that Jesus faced - "RELIGON". Know who you are in God, know His purposes for you (they may sound crazy & grandiose to others), but remember God uses the foolish things of the world (just…
Aug 18, 2010
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Mitchell Istre replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
Thanks for your reply Felicity, I appreciate it. I'm sure I'll have some more questions later. God bless.
Aug 18, 2010
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Felicity Dale replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
I would put the two principle strengths as firstly, it's a great way to reach out to those who would never darken the door of a church building, and secondly, there is far more community and fellowship within this model. The greatest weakness I…
Aug 18, 2010
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Mitchell Istre replied to Anthony Blake "Andy" Teston's discussion 'Meeting Opposition???'
What do you see as the strength and the weakness of 'simple' church? This is all new to me and I'm trying to get a feel for it.
Aug 17, 2010

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Getting Things Straight

It was just over a year ago that I stepped away from a senior pastorate in the Church of the Nazarene in order to that I might truly enter ministry. After years of standing in front of people trying to tell them what to do, I have now begun a journey with people who are doing what Christ invites us to be a part of and working as a police officer in Blackwell Oklahoma. I have been reading intensely concerning simple church/organic church/home church, and I realize that so…

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At 4:20pm on November 9, 2009, Steve QueenSteve Queen said…
Hi Anthony. Glad to see another Oklahoman on the site.

What has been the simple church experience in north central OK?

Onward.

Steve
At 8:41am on April 16, 2010, Mike DonahoeMike Donahoe said…
Hi Andy, thanks for the friend request. Feel free to write anytime. I am pretty new to this, but it certainly is interesting. I just finished reading 'Pagan Christianity' and 'The Misunderstood God'. Both are pretty eye opening. Hope to hear from you again soon. God bless.
At 11:21pm on April 18, 2010, Bob McCulloughBob McCullough said…
Andy,
Praise the Lord that we are friends and brothers in Christ by means of SimpleChurch. Amazing God can use such tools to connect us even though we're long distance away. I decided to do Yahoo search about your city to get an idea of your place of residence. In such small community how receptive are those knowing the way you meet and leaving "organize church"?
God bless you , your family and those whom felllowship with you.
Brother Bob
At 2:51pm on April 20, 2010, Bob McCulloughBob McCullough said…
Andy,
Thank you so much for writing back and for sharing what God is doing with your life and house church. And I am proud of you being an officer for your community and may God protect you each time you're on the road and gives you the ability to be a testimony.
I was a city council member for almost ten years till I had to resigned last May due to cancer battle and over the years I rode with the many many times and visited the police dept. It helps me get a better understanding the nature of their work and such.
Up here in the northwest and particularly in this state we have the lowest number of church goer's in this country. And for most part believers like going to mega churches or "where the action is" as to be spectators. It is a challenge to get people understanding what house church is all about.
Thanks again Andy,
your brother in Christ, Bob
At 10:41pm on April 26, 2010, Micheal Ellis ChildressMicheal Ellis Childress said…
Thank you for your service.
At 11:55am on May 2, 2010, Bob McCulloughBob McCullough said…
Andy.
I pray that all things are well for you in Christ at Blackwell and during your job patrolling the streets. And that you are enjoying followship with Christ and saints.
brother Bob
At 10:34pm on May 27, 2010, Bob McCulloughBob McCullough said…
Andy,
Recently, I wore blue clothing to work as to show support to law enforcement. In doing so I was thinking about you as well. Hope God's best for you ar your work as well as continued the journey of making that transition to enjoy meeting in homes. It's amazing how much there is to learn especially when it comes to relationships. God bless, bro Bob
At 4:34pm on August 22, 2010, Bob McCulloughBob McCullough said…
Andy,
How are you doing? Hope all is well in Blackwell. Haven't heard from you for a long while but I do pray for you regularly. I noticed their has been discussions going on "Meeting Oppositions" These discussions are interesting to read.
Hope to hear from you soon. God bless,
Bob

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