Advancing the Cause
By IFCA International
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Advancing the Cause is the podcast of IFCA International (www.ifca.org). Hosted by Executive Director Richard Bargas, Advancing the Cause features discussions with pastors, theologians, and ministry leaders. This podcast is a platform for exploring and deepening the understanding of the historic Christian faith. Each episode presents enriching biblical insights, testimonies, and relevant discussions on Christian living, ministry, and doctrine.
Covering a wide array of topics, Advancing the Cause offers guidance on practical challenges Christians face and engaging with the world through a Christ-centered lens. The podcast also explores the significance of community involvement, missions, apologetics, ecclesiology, practical pastoral ministry, and service. It aims to equip listeners to be faithful proclaimers of God’s Word in their churches and beyond.
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Shepherding Marriage: Building Strong Homes in the Local Church
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Dec 01, 2025 |
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Passing the Baton: A Father-Son Pastoral Transition
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Nov 17, 2025 |
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Wielding Divine Authority: Leading Like Christ in a Culture of Power Struggles
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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5 Powerful Ways Your Church Can Support Chaplains & Military Families
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Sep 01, 2025 |
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Beware the Wolves: How to Spot and Stop False Teachers in the Church
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Aug 18, 2025 |
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The Church Boiler Room: Powering the Mission Through Prayer
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Aug 04, 2025 |
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"Say It Plainly: The Power of Clarity in Preaching"
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Jul 21, 2025 |
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Steeplejacking: When Churches Face Hostile Takeovers
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Jun 16, 2025 |
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Can I Be a Professional at Work and a Faithful Christian?
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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The Bible Is Still Sufficient, Part 2
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May 19, 2025 |
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The Bible Is Still Sufficient, Part 1
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May 05, 2025 |
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Legacy of Faith: A Father & Son’s Journey Through Generations
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Apr 21, 2025 |
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Is Your Ministry Adrift or On Target?
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Apr 07, 2025 |
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Church SOS, part 4: How to Get and Keep Visitors
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Mar 17, 2025 |
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Church SOS, Part 3: The Benefits of Examining Your Church's Facilities and Programs Through the Eyes of a First-Time Visitors
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Mar 03, 2025 |
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Church SOS, Part 2: How to Steer Your Church Back on Course
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Feb 18, 2025 |
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Church SOS: How to Steer Your Church Back on Course
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Feb 03, 2025 |
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What Fuels the Fires of Antisemitism?
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Jan 20, 2025 |
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How Can I Make My Bible Teaching More Interesting? - Dr. Richard Bargas
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Jan 06, 2025 |
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Preaching the Old Testament like a Dispensationalist- Bonus episode
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Dec 30, 2024 |
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Preaching the Old Testament like a Dispensationalist, part 2
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Dec 23, 2024 |
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Preaching the Old Testament like a Dispensationalist, part 1
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Dec 09, 2024 |
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IFCA: It’s Not Just for Men! -Wendy Bargas
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Nov 25, 2024 |
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Common Ground in the Good Fight -Dr. Joel Tetreau
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Nov 11, 2024 |
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Serving the Lord Together as a Couple- Dr. Richard Bargas
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Oct 21, 2024 |
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Guiding Our Adult Children Through Difficult Times - Dr. Richard Bargas
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Oct 07, 2024 |
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Guiding Our Children While In Pastoral Ministry- Dr. Richard Bargas
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Sep 16, 2024 |
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The Need for the Shepherd to Step into Controversy for the Sake of the Sheep - Jesse Randolph
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Sep 02, 2024 |
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Guarding our Marriage in Pastoral Ministry- Dr. Richard Bargas
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Aug 19, 2024 |
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Refusing to Let “Biblicism" Become a Bad Word- Dr. Richard Bargas
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Aug 05, 2024 |
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Speaking the Truth with Humility - Dr. Gary Gilley
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Jul 22, 2024 |
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Getting Familiar with the Fathers - Dr. William Varner
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Jul 01, 2024 |
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Biblical Counseling and the Depravity of Man - Tim Chally
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Jun 17, 2024 |
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The Growing Influence of the Charismatic Movement - Dr. Tim Dane
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Jun 03, 2024 |
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Five Reasons Why Dispensational Premillennialism Needs to Be Taught in Your Church- Dr. Richard Bargas
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May 20, 2024 |
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7 Reasons Why Expository Preaching Is Best- Dr. Richard Bargas
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May 06, 2024 |
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The Long-Term Importance of IFCA Church Membership- Dr. Richard Bargas
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Apr 15, 2024 |
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Evidence that Demands a Verdict?- Pastor Caleb Hilbert
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Apr 01, 2024 |
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The Importance of IFCA Regions and Why They Exist - Dr. Richard Bargas
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Mar 18, 2024 |
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India Ministry Report - Dr. Richard Bargas
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Mar 04, 2024 |
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The Problem of Evil- Dr. Geoff Kirkland
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Feb 19, 2024 |
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Will All Israel be Saved? - Dr. Tim Sigler
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Feb 05, 2024 |
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The Infant Baptism Debate - Dr. Peter Goeman
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Jan 22, 2024 |
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Digging Deeper into Infant Baptism - Pastor Ryan Day
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Dec 31, 2023 |
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Gospel Hope to the War-Torn World - Eric Mock
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Dec 18, 2023 |
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Mentoring Young Pastors- Bob Rodgers
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Dec 04, 2023 |
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Be A Fly on the Wall of an IFCA Board Meeting - Richard Bargas
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Nov 20, 2023 |
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Ministering Among "Nones" in Ohio - Pastor Reed Waggoner
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Nov 06, 2023 |
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Church Safety and Security - Officer Richard Bargas
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Oct 16, 2023 |
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Jesus is the Only Hope for Uganda - Allan Tayebwa
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Oct 02, 2023 |
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Developing Biblical Leaders - Pastor Ryan Day
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Sep 18, 2023 |
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Street Preaching and the Power of the Cross - Pastor Geoff Kirkland
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Sep 04, 2023 |
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Chaplains: Warring With Unseen Weapons - IFCA Director of Chaplains Bill Dickens
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Aug 21, 2023 |
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Media for the Masses - Edwin Tevez
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Aug 07, 2023 |
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50 Years of Pastoral Wisdom - Dr. Alex Montoya
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Jul 17, 2023 |
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The Growing Influence of Postmillennialism- Jeremy Howard
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Jul 03, 2023 |
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Help Finding the Right Pastor - Paul Deal
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Jun 19, 2023 |
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Fighting as a Good Soldier for Christ - Richard Bargas
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Jun 05, 2023 |
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IFCA Conference or Convention? Why You Should Go This Year! - Richard Bargas
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May 15, 2023 |
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#MeToo, Female Pastors, and Women’s Ministry - Wendy Bargas
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May 01, 2023 |
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Dispensationalism and the Future of Academics - Dr. Cory Marsh
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Apr 17, 2023 |
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Fighting Fundies and How to Recognize Them - Dr. Joel Tetreau
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Apr 03, 2023 |
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Answering "Why IFCA Exists" and "Where Are We Going? - Dr. Richard Bargas
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Mar 20, 2023 |
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Biblical Youth Ministry Versus the Fad-Driven Youth Program - Andy Huber
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Mar 06, 2023 |
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Advancing the Cause through Evangelism and Discipleship - Dr. Jeremy Estrema
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Feb 20, 2023 |
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Preaching Apologetically - Pastor Shawn DeJong
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Feb 06, 2023 |
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Seeking a Few Good Men - Interim Ministry and Pastoral Searches- Dr. Rich McCarrell
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Jan 16, 2023 |
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Introducing "Advancing the Cause"
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Jan 01, 2023 |