Made for This: Ben Cachiaras on Calling, Longevity, and Evangelism That Sticks (Part 1) | PT 136

What does it look like to serve a 200-year-old church that’s still bursting with life?

Pastor Ben Cachiaras of Mountain Christian Church has spent nearly three decades leading with holy ambition, holding together the call to discipleship and evangelism. His story is one of clarity, perseverance, and joy in ministry that truly “fits like a glove."

🎙️ In This Episode:

• Ben’s early call to ministry through his grandfather’s powerful invitation
• Why discipleship and evangelism aren’t opposites and how they thrive together
• The challenge of staying faithful for the long haul in one place
• Discernment in ministry: when to persevere and when it might be time to go

⏱️ Timestamps:

07:00 – A clear and undeniable call to ministry

13:00 – The role of the church in affirming pastoral callings

20:00 – Discovering his heart for evangelism and discipleship together

28:00 – What sustains 28 years at Mountain Christian Church

34:00 – Perseverance, “remaining under,” and knowing when to stay or go

Pastoral ministry may not always be easy, but when it fits your calling, it can become the most joy-filled way to spend your life.