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Al Pittman

Brotherly Love part 1

August 31, 2024

Someone has said that love is the spiritual lubricant that keeps life running smoothly.  That’s true, and as we’ll discover today,  it was the secret to the success of the Church in the first century.  In First Thessalonians chapter four verses nine through twelve, we learn that love is not only evidence of life in the Lord and a true knowledge of Him, but also evidence that we are truly His disciples.

References: 1 Thessalonians 4

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Pastor Al Pittman is on a journey through Joshua, and in chapter three we find the miracle of the crossing of the Jordan.  As is the case with all of God’s miracles, He is going to communicate an important message to us- it’s a brilliant picture for our lives today as Christians.
August 30, 2024
Today on The Dwelling Place the Lord elevates Joshua into a position of leadership. His God-given task was to lead God’s children into the Promised Land…. Something they’d been waiting to do for forty years.  To get there they’d have to cross over the Jordan.  Pastor Al Pittman reminds us the Lord is still raising up leaders today. 
August 29, 2024
 The list of Bible heroes includes incredible men that God used in great ways - men like Noah, Moses, and Joseph - names you would expect to see on such a  list. But, there’s also a name included that you perhaps wouldn’t expect to see. Her name is Rahab and she was a prostitute. How can a prostitute be included in the Hall of Faith, you ask? Stay tuned to find out. 
August 28, 2024
Today on The Dwelling Place, pastor Al Pittman will have us consider Rahab's faith, and show us the difference she made while here on earth - by God’s grace.   This is just part of our new series in the book of Joshua.  Our reference point today will be Joshua two -  where we meet up with Rahab.
August 27, 2024
Joshua was a great leader, but he was also a servant of God. He trusted God to lead him the enormous task he had before him. The book of Joshua is a great source of inspiration and encouragement. 
August 26, 2024
Today on The Dwelling Place, Pastor Al Pittman reminds us of the importance of maintaining sexual purity.  Can it be done? The answer is absolutely, YES! In First Thessalonians chapter four verses three through eight we are not only told how, but why we should stay pure.
August 24, 2024
Told in an easy, narrative tone, the book of Joshua follows the life and times of Joshua, who was charged with the not-so-easy task of leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. Although Joshua encountered opposition, God made good on His promise to never leave him. Let’s see what we can take away from that, shall we?
August 23, 2024
Today pastor Al Pittman continues his survey of Joshua.  We’ll continue in chapter one, of course, where we read of an inheritance promised to the Israelites.  You’ll find Joshua right after Deuteronomy - it is the sixth book in God’s word. 
August 22, 2024
 We’ve just begun a new series in Joshua, so open your Bible to Joshua chapter one. The Christian has been saved to experience eternal, abundant life with God. But enjoying that abundant life is a cooperative process of surrender and obedience.   There are some great examples of this type of life in the Bible, and none better than Joshua.  So we hope that you will be encouraged as we study this great book together. 
August 21, 2024
 Joshua had challenges behind and in front of him that’s for sure, and could have easily become discouraged.  So the Lord has an encouraging word for him, and us!  Maybe you feel surrounded by challenges and trials today.  Joshua one has just what you need to hear. 
August 20, 2024
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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.

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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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