Born in the Philippines, Called by God: A Missionary’s Story of Returning Home to Plant Churches

By: Chris Johnson

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In this episode of Finally a Decent Podcast, host Bill Johnson sits down with Pastor Bill Hardecker — missionary, church planter, and man of deep faith — for a wide-ranging conversation about life, calling, and the power of God’s Word.

Growing up in the Philippines, Bill Hardecker was raised Catholic in a nipa hut. At just 11 years old, a Bible sent in a care package sparked a personal encounter with Jesus Christ that would change the course of his life forever.

In this interview, Pastor Bill shares:

– His childhood in the Philippines and dual Filipino-American identity

– How he came to saving faith as a young boy

– His journey to Fairhaven Baptist College in Chesterton, Indiana

– Nine years of ministry as an assistant pastor in Pennsylvania

– The call to return to the Philippines as a missionary and church planter Navigating COVID-19 lockdowns and keeping the church alive through creative, Spirit-led solutions

– His vision for planting Independent Baptist churches across the Philippines

– His love for the Puritans, Scripture, and lifelong learning

– This is a conversation full of warmth, tears, laughter, and genuine love for the Lord.

📧 Connect with Pastor Bill Hardecker: hardecker@gmail.com | hardecker.com

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