In this episode of Sheila's Take, Sheila Dunbar sits down with Pastor Phill Tague, founding pastor of Ransom Church and author of *Jesus Be The Centerfold: Choosing Covenant Faith Over Airbrushed Christianity*, for a powerful conversation about authentic faith, Christian discipleship, and what it truly means to follow Jesus as Lord.

Pastor Phill shares the story behind planting Ransom Church in Sioux Falls and launching the Awaken Church Planting Network, which has helped establish multiple churches focused on reaching people with the hope of Christ. He opens up about growing up in a legalistic church environment, wrestling with hypocrisy, running from God's call, and ultimately experiencing transformation through a genuine relationship with Jesus.

Together, Sheila and Phill discuss the difference between cultural Christianity and authentic Christianity, the importance of covenant faith, and why many people seek the benefits of faith without fully surrendering to the lordship of Jesus. Phill also explains the inspiration behind *Jesus Be The Centerfold*, explores the Wesleyan Church tradition, and shares practical habits that have sustained his spiritual growth over the years.

Whether you're a church leader, involved in church planting, navigating your own faith journey, or seeking Christian encouragement, this conversation offers biblical teaching, Christian leadership insights, and inspiration for living a Jesus-centered life.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Are You Really Following?
00:39 Podcast Welcome And Guest Intro
02:41 Calling To Plant Ransom Church
03:52 Set Captives Free Vision
05:40 Growing Up Legalistic
07:40 Running From The Call
09:38 Family And Ministry Seasons
11:38 Wesleyan Roots And Revival Hope
15:42 Church Planting Lessons
17:27 Jesus Be The Centerfold Explained
19:46 Jesus as Lord
19:58 Called to Write
21:37 Who the Book Helps
23:33 Seek with Your Heart
24:59 Why Grace Is Hard
26:11 Rhythms That Sustain Spiritual Growth
27:40 Intimacy Redefined
28:44 Harley the Aussiedoodle
29:59 Lightning Round
32:58 Gratitude and Second Chances
33:44 Where to Connect
35:27 Final Encouragement

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