Dwelling Place

Al Pittman

Imitators and Adversaries

March 25, 2022

The Thessalonians held a special place in Paul's heart. Yet, there were some who questioned his loyalty to them. His response is a valuable lesson in friendship for us all. 

References: 1 Thessalonians 2

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A promise we don’t often claim is that those who seek to live godly lives will suffer persecution. This was true of the Thessalonian Christians, and yet they stood firm in persecution for the gospel’s sake. But that raises the question, why does the gospel arouse such opposition? 
March 24, 2022
We have commands that have come directly from the Lord. The Thessalonians believers understood that the word that the Apostle gave them was in truth - the word of God. And they responded accordingly.
March 23, 2022
Everyone comes into the world as a baby but we mature - some faster than others!. The same is true spiritually. And too many in the Church have not matured. As we’ll hear today, part of the problem is our low view of the Bible - that’s why there is such a disinterest in the things of God. But the bible is the very word of God - when the bible speaks, God speaks.
March 22, 2022
Today Pastor Al will be teaching from First Thessalonians chapter two, verses one through twelve. We’ll be reminded that Christian ministry is like the selfless and sacrificing roles of a mother and father. Paul and those who served with him are example for us to follow as pastors and spiritual leaders. 
March 21, 2022
 Any Lawyer worth his degree knows case law. Case law is composed of previous cases, and how they turned out. These cases are often used to persuade juries and judges that a precedent has been set. Steven’s defense in Acts chapter seven is comprised of a good deal of “case law” from the Old Testament, and offers us a refresher course on some of the great men of the Bible.
March 19, 2022
We are currently traveling through First Thessalonians, where we begin chapter two today. We’ll be looking at some of the instructions given by the apostle Paul on how to effectively live out the Christian life.
March 18, 2022
The apostle Paul certainly went through intense persecution, but God used this in his life in a magnificent way to spread the Good News. Today, we’ll take a look at First Thessalonians, chapter one, and what it means to us twenty-first century Christians.
March 17, 2022
How did the Gospel come to the apostle Paul? For that matter, how did it come to you? In our new study of First Thessalonians today, we’ll seek to answer this question and more. Join us, in the first chapter of First Thessalonians as we plan on covering verses five through ten.
March 16, 2022
Do you feel as though your life is falling apart?  You’ve lost your job, your family life is a mess, or you have had a bout with COVID, or are facing tremendous persecution.  What’s going to sustain you and keep you going?  Well that’s the place the Thessalonians were in, and we’ll see what keep them going in a moment.
March 15, 2022
On today’s program, we are going to turn our attention to a new study in the New Testament book of First Thessalonians.  The apostle Paul wrote this awesome letter and as we get into it, we’ll notice the marks of a healthy and growing church, and look forward to the soon return of Christ.
March 14, 2022
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Surviving the Storm
Nathan dropped to the ground suddenly in the middle of his first high school football practice, as parents Al and Norma watched. Through eight weeks of intensive care and many surgeries, Al and Norma Pittman faced a storm they never dreamed. Al had taught “Surviving the Storm” to his congregation, never realizing that shortly he would face the storm of his life. Power-packed and inspiring teaching that will help the reader come through any storm on the life preserver of God’s Word.

About Dwelling Place

The Dwelling Place features the teaching ministry of Al Pittman, where the aim is to help deepen your faith, one step at a time.

About Al Pittman

Al was born in Panama City, Florida in 1955. His father was a career soldier, so the family traveled extensively. In 1973, when Al was seventeen years old, the family returned from a tour in Germany and settled in Colorado Springs. Soon after, Al realized God’s call on  his life and began serving in the music ministry as a bass guitarist with a Christian band  called, “The Rays of Light.” It was during this time that Al met Norma, and they were married on July 19, 1975. 

Al attended Nazarene Bible College in Colorado Springs, graduating in 1977 with a degree in Biblical Studies. In 1991 Al and his family moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico, and two years later he joined the staff of Calvary Chapel Albuquerque as an assistant pastor and co-worship leader. In the spring of 1997 the Lord called Al and his family back to Colorado Springs to pastor Calvary Worship Center. In 2006, Al earned his Master’s degree and in 2012 he earned his Doctorate degree in Ministry from Trinity Southwest University in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Al and Norma are the proud parents of three children, Renee, Nathan and Reggie, as well as proud grandparents. They covet your prayers for their family and ministry as they endeavor to live a life pleasing to the Father.

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