Shane Idleman

Shane Idleman

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Shane Idleman is the founder and lead pastor of Westside Christian Fellowship in Lancaster, California, just North of Los Angeles. Shane's sermons, articles, books, and radio program can all be found at shaneidleman.com or wcfav.org. He is the author of Feasting & Fasting, If My People, Desperate for More of God, and Help! I'm Addicted. Follow him on Facebook at: facebook.com/confusedchurch. You can also follow Pastor Shane on the new free speech platform Parler https://parler.com/profile/ShaneIdleman/posts. 

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    Raising responsible kids is no microwave magic; it takes consistent time and energy. The results are often not instantaneous — diligence and perseverance will be your greatest assets, but the rewards far outweigh the challenges.

  • Meet the Family Friend Whose Influence Destroys

    Meet the Family Friend Whose Influence Destroys

    When Matt was very young, his parents introduced him to a family friend. Matt was excited because he had someone to play with; his parents were pleased because he could entertain Matt when they were busy.

  • Television Is Destroying Families, Leading Christians to Compromise

    Television Is Destroying Families, Leading Christians to Compromise

    Just a few decades ago, most of today's television programs and movies would have shocked the public. Programs that never would have aired then, receive the highest ratings now.

  • America: Then vs. Now. It's Almost Unbelievable.

    America: Then vs. Now. It's Almost Unbelievable.

    To understand the core values of a nation, one must simply look to the beliefs set forth during its conception, and, in the case of America, during the transitional years of the American Revolution. Judge for yourself how far we have drifted from the original intent of early Americans.

  • Who, or What, Is Controlling Your Choices More Than You Think?

    Who, or What, Is Controlling Your Choices More Than You Think?

    The Bible reveals that the devil is the prince of this world; therefore, you should pay close attention to what you watch and listen to — the force controlling it ultimately controls you.

  • Fasting: Starve the Flesh to Feed the Soul

    Fasting: Starve the Flesh to Feed the Soul

    Sadly, everything, including church functions, is centered around food — potlucks, get-togethers, fellowship gatherings, etc. The last thing we want to talk about is humility through fasting. But we must return to the power of the Spirit​ through brokenness, prayer, humility, and fasting.

  • Sin in the Camp: How to Handle Church Discipline

    Sin in the Camp: How to Handle Church Discipline

    An unrepentant man attends church while continuing a porn addiction; a wife leaves her husband for a boyfriend; a gossip continues belittling and slandering … the lists goes on and on. Sadly, many churches take the easy route by avoiding confrontation. But saying nothing is saying something.

  • Can Pastors Have a Beer?

    Can Pastors Have a Beer?

    A few years ago, I attended a conference where pastors were encouraged to meet at a pub after the general sessions. A few of these pastors could exercise their liberty, but why publicly? I wondered how many people at the conference stumbled because of it.

  • Should Pastors Sell and Promote Their Books?

    Should Pastors Sell and Promote Their Books?

    "Pastor's who sell their books are only in it for the money," said one disgruntled blogger. He added, "Why do they always have to mention their 'new' book?"

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