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April 18, 2024 76 mins

Pastor Chris Ball shares his story of walking life's rocky road to victorious living in Jesus.

He tells his story of:

  • searching for love in human relationships, which ended in heartache,
  • experiencing loss, then recovering, and finding victory in life's difficult circumstances; and
  • finding abiding love in Christ and in his relationship with his wife, Carol.

Other highlights from this conversation:

Val Brown and Chris Ball discuss the importance of maintaining faith in God despite recognizable flaws and mistakes in the Church or experiencing "church hurt."

They touch on the concept of deconstructing and reconstructing one's faith, emphasizing the need to hold onto the foundation of truth. Chris says, deconstructing and reconstructing one's faith can be a healthy process for growth and change. They also explore the significance of having a vibrant and intimate relationship with God and finding love and purpose in Him.

Pastor Chris and his wife Carol, also an ordained pastor, share a passion for supporting other pastors and leaders in ministry.

Contact Information:

Elim Bible College: Elim.edu

Elim Fellowship: Elimfellowship.org

Pastor Chris Ball: 1stlight1@gmail.com

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