Resurge with Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson
Resurge is a podcast hosted by Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson that explores the shifting cultural landscape and the opportunities it presents for the church. The show features thought-provoking conversations with fascinating guests, aiming to spark reformation and revival for a resurgence of the church. Listeners are encouraged to rate, review, and share the podcast.
Episodes
Ep 16 | Pastoral Succession, Revival Gatherings & Preaching with Pastor Andy Wood
In this episode, Pastors Josh Howerton and Andy Wood dive into church succession—drawing from their own leadership transitions at Lakepointe Church and Saddleback Church. They share practical strategies for navigating pastoral change and how to honor a church’s legacy while stepping into a new vision. The conversation also explores how churches can pursue revival through repentance, prayer, and in
Ep 15 | Reaching Gen Z with Pastor Noah Herrin
Pastors Josh Howerton and Noah Herrin dive into the highs and lows of church planting and pastoring with a heart for the next generation. From growing as preachers and learning from seasoned mentors to handling critics with prayer, they unpack challenges of ministry today.
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Ep 14 | Four Megachurch Pastors Debrief White House Visit
Pastors Josh Howerton, Josh McPherson, Ryan Visconti & Landon Schott share things they previously could not about their meeting at the White House and respond to objections to going. They react and gently respond to David French's concerns about them going. They talk about associating with Paula White, how pastors should relate to politics and much more.
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Ep 13 | Three Megachurch Pastors Debate Culture Wars
In the absence of Christian theology, secularism rushes in. Pastors Josh Howerton, Josh McPherson, and Ryan Visconti debate how Christians can engage in the culture war boldly and faithfully. They unpack how the Church is called to be salt and light in the world—especially in our nation. Together, they encourage believers to proactively advocate for truth and righteousness in a rapidly changing cu
Ep 12 | Should Christians Take Sides in a Culture War?
Should Christians take a stand in the culture war on issues like abortion, gender, and sexuality? Some argue it’s divisive or that we should “just focus on the Gospel.” In this episode, Pastors Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson tackle these objections, unpack why contending for the faith matters, and explore how the church can shape culture rather than be shaped by it.
Ep 11 | The New Strategy for Social Media
Is social media helping or hurting the Church? Pastors Josh Howerton and Carlos Erazo tackle common objections and misconceptions about pastors using social media to influence culture. They unpack why church leaders must step into the digital space—not just to contend for truth, but to disciple more effectively. If the church doesn’t disciple people, the world will.
Ep 10 | Two Megachurch Pastors Debunk Megachurch Myths
Pastor Josh Howerton and Pastor Joby Martin refute top objections to megachurches, share watch outs for growing churches and unpack practical insights on sermon prep and preaching.
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Ep 9 | Pastors Respond to President Trump & New Policies
Pastor Josh McPherson and Pastor Ryan Visconti tackle the pressing issues at the intersection of faith, politics, and church leadership. How should Christians navigate justice and mercy in the immigration debate? Are churches failing to disciple believers on complex cultural ideologies like LGBTQ? Is President Trump a born-again believer? With a call for courageous leadership, they challenge pasto
Ep 8 | The New Strategy for Preaching
In this episode, Pastors Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson delve into the challenges of preaching in today's "negative world." They highlight the need for "brokenhearted apostolic boldness," urging pastors to speak the truth courageously and compassionately. They discuss the importance of preparing the church to navigate cultural shifts. Emphasizing integrity, they encourage pastors to be transpare
Ep 7 | Emotional Sabotage & Toxic Empathy with Allie Beth Stuckey
Pastor Josh Howerton and special guest Allie Beth Stuckey unpack 'toxic empathy'—when compassion strays from biblical truth, leading to the affirmation of sin. They dive into how pastors can lovingly guide their congregations through cultural issues like gender, marriage, and the sanctity of life, grounding compassion in God’s justice and truth.
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Ep 6 | Navigating Cultural Hostility with Russell Johnson
Pastors Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson are joined by special guest Pastor Russell Johnson as they discuss Negative World Missiology. In this episode, they unpack the “new normal” for Bible-preaching pastors navigating cultural opposition and hostility.
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Ep 5 | Building A Wartime Church
In today's cultural climate, church leaders face unprecedented challenges. The increasing opposition and societal pressures require pastors to adapt their leadership strategies and build resilient teams. In this episode, Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson emphasize the importance of building strong, unified teams that can withstand external pressures. Key points include understanding the nature of o
Ep 4 | Building a Spirit-Filled Church with Jon Tyson
Pastor Josh Howerton and Pastor Jon Tyson discuss how to build the church with a vibrant, faith-filled culture and where the Spirit is welcome in a negative world. Tyson shares his experience church planting in NYC, mentorship under Dr. Tim Keller and how the Western Church can experience more supernatural gifts of the Spirit.
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Ep 3 | New Church & Politics Realities
In a world increasingly hostile to Christianity, pastors need a theology on politics. Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson share practical ideas to equip pastors to speak prophetically into our cultural landscape.
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Ep 2 | Building a Wartime Ministry Family
There is a crucial relationship between a pastor’s family and their ministry effectiveness. If pastors are to thrive in ministry in a negative world culture, the home must be a strong foundation. Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson offer practical insights on “What is the role of a wife and the children,” “How to balance ministry and family” and “Raising children that love the church.”
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Ep 1 | Seeker-Sensitive Movement is Dying
Pastors Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson unpack the concept of "negative world missiology" and explain why it’s essential for pastors and ministry leaders to discern the cultural moment in order to lead their churches effectively in a culture that increasingly opposes Christianity and its beliefs. In this episode, they share practical strategies for how the church can adapt and boldly engage with
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