I’m afraid this
page is rather blatantly self-serving. But because we have
probably not met, I asked some folks who know me to give
you their impressions of my character, style and
usefulness. I can hardly expect you to consult with me, a
stranger to you, unless you have a few reassurances on the
front-end that God is at work in my life and ministry. So
please forgive me this indulgence.
From
Ken Eastburn, Pastor of "The Well", A House Church Network
in North Orange County, CA.
I met
Bob Sears almost a year and a half ago. Since then he has
become a friend and mentor in church planting. He brings
with him a wealth of knowledge and experience in working
with groups of all sizes. Bob has been able to go into our
existing groups, listen, observe and coach them in a way
that helps them to become better. He has also been
instrumental in helping new groups get off to a great
start. Bob has encouraged me to raise the bar when it comes
to simple church. His passion is not only for the house
church movement but also for starting and equipping the
kind of churches that would make Jesus proud.
From
Jay Williams; Pastor of Care and Concern, First Evangelical
Free Church of Fullerton, CA.
I
have known Bob for almost 15 years, working shoulder to
shoulder with him for 12 of those. He is passionate about
seeing people grow up in Christ, helping them connect in
the body through loving accountable relationships, and then
challenging them to use their uniqueness to bless others.
He is warm, insightful, transparent and creative as a
teacher. I enjoy listening to him; he has the ability to
touch the heart and move me to respond. I have seen him in
multiple settings: men’s retreats, couples events, Sunday
morning pulpit, Alpha, adult fellowships, leadership
training, spiritual life seminars, recovery meetings, etc.
He is gifted as a teacher and motivator and will hit it out
of the park. I wholeheartedly recommend my friend, mentor,
and brother in Christ to you.
From
Carlos Sales; Pastor of Ministries, Mission Hills Church
/Emmanuel Faith Community Church, Escondido, CA.
Bob
Sears is one of the most creative and dynamic teachers I've
heard. He challenged over 150 men at our Men's Retreat to
come clean with God and to deal with some heavy issues.
In my 26-years as a Christian, I've never witnessed
men move into action and prayer like that before. What an
incredible weekend of revival!
Besides filling our pulpit, Bob also taught a very
practical "How to Study The Bible" workshop for about 100
of our small group leaders. The most common comment I
received from our leaders was: "That was the best workshop
I've ever been to. Can we get Bob back?"
From
Brian Benson; Sr. Pastor, Chino Valley Community Church;
Chino Hills, CA.
I have
found Bob Sears to be a great friend and man of faithful
integrity. He has modeled an open and humble communication
style that has not only influenced my personal life, but
has assisted me in my current ministry as a pastor. Bob's
disarming teaching style is sure to be both enlightening to
those who doubt the grace of God and encouraging to those
who struggle in building a more intimate relationship with
God or His church. I thank God for Bob's influence in my
life, and look forward to how God can use him in yours.
After Bob's presentation to our men's group, the men's
ministry has doubled in participation and size. Men are
excited to build deeper relationships with each other and
have purposed in their hearts to grow as men of God. Due to
Bob's exceptional communication skills and his ability to
connect quickly with my church, men are becoming small
group leaders, initiating ministry ideas and most of all,
they are re-energized to become better leaders at home, in
the work place and in their church. I thank the Lord for
bringing Bob Sears to my church, and look forward to how
God can use him in others.
From
Joan W. Jones; Psy.D., Associate Professor, Rosemead School
of Psychology, Biola University; La Mirada, CA.
I have
always appreciated the thoughtful preparation Bob Sears
puts into his presentations. He thoroughly studies his
topic, and his presentation reflects his understanding of
the material as well as his ability to integrate
information into its practical application to every day
life. His two presentations at Rosemead School of
Psychology's chapel service on developing relationships
that reflect God's character was outstanding.
From
John Roberson; Knott Ave. Christian Church; Cypress, CA.
Bob is
a very knowledgeable and gifted speaker who will not bore
you with stuffy information. He presents edifying,
Bible-based content in a heartfelt, sometimes humorous,
manner. I left (his workshop) with renewed strength.