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Afshin Ziafat

Afshin Ziafat is the lead pastor of Providence Church in Frisco, Texas. Before taking his current role in October 2010, Afshin spent over a decade traveling nationally and internationally proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ in churches, retreats, camps, conferences and missions. Afshin helped launch Vertical Bible Study at Baylor University in Waco, and has also traveled into the Middle East to train Iranian pastors. Afshin’s passion is to teach the Word of God as the authority and guide for life, to preach Jesus Christ as the only Savior and Redeemer of mankind and to proclaim the love of Christ as the greatest treasure and hope in life. He and his wife, Meredith, have three children.

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Afshin Ziafat

2 encouragements for pastors during a tough season

Afshin Ziafat, a pastor in Frisco, Texas, offers encouragement to pastors.

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The Gospel and the Future of Multi-Ethnic Ministry

The Bible speaks directly to multi-ethnic ministry. God’s picture of eternal life is one...

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How do we increase diversity in our church if our location isn’t diverse?

Afshin Ziafat shares how churches can increase diversity depsite being in a location that...

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What are some of the unique challenges in parenting as a ministry family?

Afshin Ziafat shares some of the unique challenges in parenting as a ministry family. Afshin currently serves...

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Sojourners and Strangers: Loving our Immigrant Neighbors

How do our pro-life convictions change the way we see immigrants and refugees? Afshin...

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The Gospel and Evangelism and the Future of Church Planting

Jon Akin moderates a discussion between Kevin Ezell, Afshin Ziafat, Nathan Lino, and Josh...

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Evangelicals and the future of racial unity

Peering at the present state of racial relations within the church can leave one...

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The Gospel and the Future of Multi-Ethnic Ministry

Travis Wussow moderates a discussion between Trillia Newbell, Juan Sanchez, Afshin Ziafat, and Josh...

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The Gospel and Evangelism and the Future of Church Planting

Jon Akin moderates a discussion between Kevin Ezell, Afshin Ziafat, Nathan Lino, and Josh...

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Evangelicals and the Future of Racial Unity

Phillip Bethancourt moderates a panel discussion on evangelicals and the future of racial unity...

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