The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast
The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast helps Christian leaders navigate and lead through the cultural issues of our day by giving voice to recognizable names in ministry, subject matter experts, and local pastors and leaders. Whatever area of ministry you serve in, our goal is to help you lead better every day.
Episodes
Usha Reifsnider: Multicolored Is Not Always Multicultural
Usha Reifsnider's research among Hindu-background converts in Britain found churches that welcomed them but had not heard them. She and Ed Stetzer discuss muted group theory, language, and evangelism.The conversationWhat is muted group theory, and what does it say about the church?Reifsnider describes muted group theory, defined by Edwin and Shirley Ardener, through the workplace of the 1970s, whe
John Dickson: Christians Need to Learn to Lose Well
Historian John Dickson and Ed Stetzer teach an evangelism course together at Oxford and air their disagreements in front of the students. Here they take up two of those disagreements, and a question with stakes for American churches: what Christians should do with cultural power?The conversationHow did the early church spread the gospel?Dickson opens by defending his refusal of the title "apologis
Alister McGrath: Atheists Take a Leap of Faith Too
Alister McGrath says no one can prove what matters most, so atheists and Christians alike live by belief and live with doubt.The conversationCan Christians hold beliefs they cannot prove?McGrath begins from a claim about human life: meaning, moral value, and purpose cannot be established by reason or the scientific method, yet people do not flourish without them. He extends the point to atheism, r
Lisa Harper: An Unkind Theologian Is a Bad One
Lisa Harper says church leaders, herself included, have watered down theology, and that doctrine that leaves character unchanged falls short.The conversationHow should pastors teach theology to their people?For years Harper gave her neighborhood Bible study a story, a short exegesis, and a takeaway, following homiletic rules she learned in her thirties. She now says it was her desire to be underst
Rich Villodas: Your Certainty May Be Anxiety
Villodas arrived with a definition of anxiety that implicates confident leaders as much as worried ones. Stetzer spends most of the hour testing whether a congregation can hold that much internal difference and still teach anything difficult.Why do confident pastors still lead anxiously?Villodas separates anxiety from worry. Worry is a feeling a pastor can honestly deny. Anxiety, as he uses the te
David Kinnaman: Fluency Is Not Authority
Barna's research puts practicing Christians ahead of the general population in regular AI use, and ahead of the pastors who lead them. David Kinnaman argues the church's answer is not better tips, but a theology of technology, and a clear line between fluency and authority.Are Christians really using AI more than everyone else?Kinnaman opens with a caveat: research is good at telling us what is ha
A Message from Ed Stetzer on Season Relaunch
In this special mini-episode, Ed Stetzer shares a brief personal update following an unexpected health issue and surgery over the summer. While he is doing well and making progress in recovery, the official relaunch of the Stetzer Church Leaders podcast is being pushed back by just a couple of weeks to allow for extra healing time. Ed expresses his gratitude for all the support and prayers as he p
Jaclyn Jones on Why Church Members Drift Away From Giving (And How Pastors Can Turn the Tide)
Why do some church members remain deeply committed and generous for years while others quietly drift away from giving? In this episode, Ed Stetzer sits down with Jaclyn Jones, Chief Philanthropic Economist at Masterworks, to unpack the findings of the Faithful Giving Project. Stripping away assumptions about age, income, and education, Jones shares data that reveals a link between a believer’s act
Brad Hill on the Discipleship Deficit, AI Competitors, and Redefining Success in the Local Church
While data points to an encouraging rise in spiritual interest and openness across the nation, local congregations face a critical bottleneck: spiritual formation is not keeping pace with spiritual curiosity. In this episode of the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast, Ed Stetzer sits down with Brad Hill, Chief Partner Success Officer at Gloo, to explore the latest State of the Church research data and d
Arthur Brooks on the Science of Happiness and the Inner Life of Church Leaders
Why are so many ministry leaders struggling with unhappiness, and how can the tools of behavioral science intersect with Christian theology to bring true joy? In this episode, Ed Stetzer sits down with social scientist, Harvard professor, and bestselling author Arthur Brooks to discuss his latest insights on the science of happiness and its profound implications for church leaders.Brooks unpacks t
N.T. Wright on God’s Homecoming and the Meaning of Heaven
What if our common understanding of heaven and the afterlife misses the plot of the biblical narrative? In this episode, Ed Stetzer connects with biblical scholar and theologian N. T. Wright to talk about his book, God’s Homecoming. Wright explains how popular Christian ideas about escaping the physical world to live in a disembodied heaven are rooted more in Platonism than the text of Scripture.T
Carl Trueman on the Desecration of Man
What does it mean to be human in an age that celebrates the destruction of the sacred? In this timely episode, Ed Stetzer sits down with renowned historian and author Carl Trueman to discuss his latest work, The Desecration of Man. Following the success of The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self, Trueman explores how the rejection of external authority and the ascent of "expressive individualism"
Joby Martin: What Happens When Pastors Finally Understand Grace
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/news/503438-joby-martin-pastors-understand-grace.html Joby Martin joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss what happens when a church leader has truly been run over by the "grace train" and understands the profound love and grace of God. Last week, we ran our second-most listened to episode of the year, with Jennie Allen. Jenn
Best of 2024: Jennie Allen—Why Church Leaders Need To Pay Attention to Their Emotions
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/464670-jennie-allen-church-leaders-emotions.html In our next most listened to episode of 2024, Jennie Allen joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to explain why our emotions are good gifts from God and how that truth fits with the command to take every thought captive. Last week, we revisited our conversation with Jon Acuff,
Best of 2024: Jon Acuff—How To Pursue Success Without Destroying Your Church
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/466196-jon-acuff-success-without-destroying-church.html In our top performing episode of 2024, Jon Acuff joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to explain why church leaders should wholeheartedly pursue their potential and how they can do so in a way that honors God. Last week, Dr. Libin Abraham joined us to share what God has
Libin Abraham on God's Surprising Job Description for the Pastor
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/502503-libin-abraham-gods-job-description-pastor.html Dr. Libin Abraham joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share what God has taught him about the calling of a pastor and the importance of focusing on the local church. Barna CEO David Kinnaman joined us last week to share what the research shows about how pastors are doi
David Kinnaman: Pastors 'Need a More Robust and Broad Skill Set' Beyond Preaching
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/502143-david-kinnaman-pastors-skill-set-preaching.html Barna CEO David Kinnaman joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share what the research shows about how pastors are doing and how they can most effectively disciple their people. Nona Jones joined us last week to share what God has taught her about rejection and how she
Nona Jones: Why Rejection Is a Gift From God
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/501752-nona-jones-rejection-gift-god.html Nona Jones joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share what God has taught her about rejection and how she came to see it, not as an enemy, but as a gift. Dr. Jody Dean joined us last week to explain why church administration is an essential part of ministry and how, far from takin
Jody Dean Gives Church Administration Advice to Pastors Who Hate It
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/501014-jody-dean-church-administration.html Dr. Jody Dean joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to explain why church administration is an essential part of ministry and how, far from taking away from ministry's personal side, administration supports and empowers pastoral care. Rev. Dr. John Dickson joined us last week to disc
John Dickson: What the Good and Evil in Church History Teaches Us About How To Live Now
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500763-john-dickson-good-evil-church-history.html Rev. Dr. John Dickson joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss the historical impact of Christianity, the importance of acknowledging the church's failures as well as its contributions, and how Christians should engage with culture today. Mike Cosper joined us last wee
Mike Cosper: How Church Leaders Can Resist the 'Banality of Evil' and Stand Strong in This Moment
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500594-mike-cosper-church-leaders-resist-banality-evil.html Mike Cosper joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" where, drawing on the work of Hannah Arendt, he explains the dangers of ideological movements within the church and shares how church leaders can resist being captivated by anything other than the gospel. Rev. Dr. Chri
Chris Adams: Pastors Have a Role 'Nobody Else Can Fill' When It Comes to Helping People's Mental Health
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500253-chris-adams-pastors-helping-mental-health.html Rev. Dr. Chris Adams joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss the critical intersection of mental health and ministry, emphasizing the special role church leaders play in helping other people's mental health and the unique challenges pastors face with their own. Mar
Mark Matlock: What Pastors Need To Know About the 'Spiritually Curious'
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/499840-mark-matlock-pastors-spiritually-curious.html Mark Matlock joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share what the data shows about the "spiritually curious," the distinctions between this group and other non-Christians, and how to engage with the spiritually curious effectively. Dr. Sean McDowell and Dr. Timothy Muehlh
Sean McDowell and Timothy Muehlhoff: How Church Leaders Can Rise Above Cancel Culture
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/499474-sean-mcdowell-timothy-muehlhoff-church-leaders-cancel-culture.html Dr. Sean McDowell and Dr. Timothy Muehlhoff join "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss the challenges of navigating disagreements in today's polarized culture, highlighting the importance of empathy, truth, and building relationships. Beth Moore jo
Beth Moore: What Will 'Make or Break' Your Bible Teaching
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/498960-beth-moore-bible-teaching.html Beth Moore joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss the art of compelling Bible teaching. She emphasizes the importance of a teacher's relationship with God and addresses the nuts and bolts of preparation, as well as the role of criticism in a teacher's journey. Lysa TerKeurst joi
Lysa TerKeurst: How To Respond When Your Trust Is Broken
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/498523-lysa-terkeurst-respond-trust-broken.html Lysa TerKeurst joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss how to navigate trust issues in relationships, particularly in the context of church leadership. She also addresses the topic of church hurt and shares how ministry leaders can lead with sensitivity while still maint
Dave Ferguson: The Key Steps to Building a Culture of Outreach
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/497963-dave-ferguson-building-culture-outreach.html Dave Ferguson joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share how church leaders can go beyond holding evangelistic events and actually build a culture of outreach in their congregations. Eric Geiger joined us last week to discuss key elements of church leadership, including m
Eric Geiger: What To Do 'If You Want Values To Actually Drive Behavior'
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/497425-eric-geiger-values-drive-behavior.html Eric Geiger joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss key elements of church leadership, including mission, vision and strategy–and the importance of not confusing them with one another. Dr. D.A. Carson joined us last week to talk about the origins of The Gospel Coalition,
D.A. Carson Discusses the Origins of TGC and the Need for a Theological Vision for Ministry
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/496480-d-a-carson-tgc-theological-vision-ministry.html Dr. D.A. Carson joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about the origins of The Gospel Coalition, the importance of a theological vision for ministry, and leadership lessons from 1 Corinthians. Dr. Crawford Loritts joined us last week to talk about the key traits of
Crawford Loritts: All Church Leaders Will Be 'Ambushed' If They Don't Make This a Priority
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/494181-crawford-loritts-church-leaders-ambushed-priority.html Dr. Crawford Loritts joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about the key traits of leaders who are not only influential but who also last in ministry. Kay Warren and Glen Bloomstrom joined us last week to discuss the crucial part church leaders play in help
Kay Warren and Glen Bloomstrom: The Vital Role Church Leaders Play in Helping To Prevent Suicide
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/493644-kay-warren-glen-bloomstrom-church-leaders-suicide.html Kay Warren and Glen Bloomstrom join "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss the crucial part church leaders play in helping people battle suicide and how those in ministry can take action to be equipped for this fight. Rich Villodas joined us last week to discuss
Rich Villodas: The Pitfalls Pastors Face As They Try To Walk the Narrow Path of Jesus
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/492859-rich-villodas-pitfalls-pastors-narrow-path-jesus.html Rich Villodas joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss what it means to follow Jesus on his narrow path and the dangers pastors face as they do so. Dr. J.D. Greear joined us last week to share insights into how pastors can navigate this election year well an
J.D. Greear: Key Points for Pastors To Remember During This Election Year
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/492291-j-d-greear-pastors-remember-election-year.html Dr. J.D. Greear returns the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share insights into how pastors can navigate this election year well and be clear on biblical truths without telling their congregations how to vote. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churc
Max Lucado on How He and His Elders Have Navigated Him Changing His Mind on Theological Issues
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/491746-max-lucado-elders-changing-mind.html Max Lucado joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss what he believes about the end times and how he and his elders have navigated Max changing his views on secondary doctrines. Priscilla Shirer joined us last week to discuss being a true disciple of Jesus, the importance of a
Priscilla Shirer: How Church Leaders Can Seek Mentorship and Accountability
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/491149-priscilla-shirer-church-leaders-mentorship-accountability.html Priscilla Shirer joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss being a true disciple of Jesus, the importance of accountability for church leaders, and her new movie, "The Forge." Dr. Tod Bolsinger joined us last week to explain the common mistakes even g
Tod Bolsinger: Why 'Trying Harder' Will Not Help You Through a Crisis
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/490731-tod-bolsinger-trying-harder-crisis.html Dr. Tod Bolsinger joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to explain the common mistakes even good leaders make during a crisis and how church leaders can be prepared to face a crisis when–not if–one comes. Sam Allberry joined us last week to share what he learned when his church h
Sam Allberry: How To Avoid 'Unpreaching' the Gospel in Our Church Cultures
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/490194-sam-allberry-avoid-unpreaching-gospel.html Sam Allberry joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share what he learned when his church had biblical teaching, but the gospel didn't seem to be permeating the culture. Sam explains how pastors can have orthodox preaching while also promoting a culture of "gospel safety." Br
Digital Expert Brad Hill Shares With Ed Stetzer What 'Spiritually Open' People Are Searching for on Google
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/489710-brad-hill-ed-stetzer-spiritually-open-google.html Brad Hill joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to explain just how valuable a resource the internet can be for pastors and why digital ministry is not merely an on-ramp to get people into church. Dr. Benjamin Conner joined us last week to share lessons God has taught hi
Benjamin Conner: The Changes Church Leaders Can Make To Learn From and Support People With Disabilities
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/489319-benjamin-conner-church-leaders-people-with-disabilities.html Dr. Benjamin Conner joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share lessons God has taught him about doing ministry alongside people with disabilities and the steps church leaders can take to be supportive of that community. Rev. Dr. Justyn Terry joined us las
Justyn Terry: How To Raise Up Future Leaders
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/489021-justyn-terry-raise-up-future-leaders.html Rev. Dr. Justyn Terry joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss what leaders need to know about key aspects of leadership, including establishing trust, developing a vision statement, and remaining faithful in the everyday tasks that come with the job. Justin Brierley joi
Justin Brierley: What the Decline of the New Atheism Means for Church Leaders
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/488475-justin-brierley-decline-new-atheism-church-leaders.html Justin Brierley joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share how he has seen the New Atheism decline over the years and what church leaders need to know about the fresh openness people have to spirituality. Last week, Daniel Im joined us to explain how pastors ca
Daniel Im: How Not To Let the Consumers Drive the Strategy of Your Church
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/487771-daniel-im-consumers-strategy-church.html Daniel Im joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to explain how pastors can lead more effectively in a "post-everything" world and why their communities contain more than just the non-Christians and the Christians. Dr. Kara Powell and Jen Bradbury joined us last week to share thei
Kara Powell and Jen Bradbury: What Makes a Healthy Youth Ministry
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/487269-kara-powell-jen-bradbury-healthy-youth-ministry.html Dr. Kara Powell and Jen Bradbury join "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share their insights into how youth leaders can most effectively help teens cultivate a faith that lasts for their entire lives. Last week, Ryan Wekenman joined us to share what God has taught hi
Ryan Wekenman: A Single Pastor's Thoughts on Ministering to Singles
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/486595-ryan-wekenman-single-pastors-thoughts-ministering-singles.html Ryan Wekenman joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share what God has taught him through his singleness and how pastors can encourage and minister to the single people in their congregations. Last week, Dr. Dennis Edwards joined us to share what he has
Dennis Edwards: The Misconceptions Pastors Have About Humility
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/478857-dennis-edwards-misconceptions-pastors-humility.html Dr. Dennis Edwards joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share what he has learned about the true nature of humility and how church leaders can avoid some common misconceptions about what a life of humility means. Last week, Dr. Mark Yarhouse joined us to talk about
Mark Yarhouse: How Pastors Can Address Gender Identity With Compassion, Civility, and Conviction
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/478526-mark-yarhouse-pastors-address-gender-identity.html Dr. Mark Yarhouse joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about how pastors can engage people in the area of gender identity with wisdom and compassion while holding to their convictions. Last week, Dr. Ashley Hales joined us to talk about the fact that God create
Ashley Hales: What Happens When Pastors Ignore Their God-Given Limits
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/478119-ashley-hales-pastors-ignore-god-given-limits.html Dr. Ashley Hales joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about the fact that God created the world with limits and how those limits, counterintuitively, lead to greater space and flourishing in our lives. Last week, Matt Chandler joined us to talk about the "all-en
Matt Chandler: We Need To Wake Up to the 'Cosmic War' That Is All Around Us
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/477611-matt-chandler-wake-up-cosmic-war.html Matt Chandler returns to "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about the "all-encompassing" victory we have in Christ and why that means we can live as overcomers in our present cultural moment. Kevin Ford and Dr. Jim Singleton joined us last week to discuss the need for "attentiv
Kevin Ford and Jim Singleton: What Happens When Church Leaders Are Not 'Attentive'
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/477210-kevin-ford-jim-singleton-church-leaders-attentive.html Kevin Ford and Dr. Jim Singleton join "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss the need for "attentive" church leadership, the qualities of an attentive church leader, and the consequences when pastors neglect an attentive posture. Last week, Steve Robinson joined
Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your Church
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/476728-steve-robinson-create-culture-service-church.html Steve Robinson joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings. Last week, Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joined us to talk about how church le
Rebecca McLaughlin on Whether Christians Can Agree To Disagree About Same-Sex Relationships
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/476286-rebecca-mclaughlin-christians-same-sex-relationships.html Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships, the "why" behind God's design for marriage, and the "beautiful and glorious vision"
David Ashcraft on the Surprising, 'Deep Emotions' He Felt Stepping Down as Senior Pastor After 32 Years
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/475607-david-ashcraft-surprising-emotions-senior-pastor.html David Ashcraft joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about how leadership has changed, how pastors can leave their churches better than they found them, and the startling emotions he felt when he stepped down as senior pastor. Last week, John Jenkins joined
John Jenkins: Every Pastor Should Have a Pastor
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/474996-john-jenkins-pastor-should-have-pastor.html John Jenkins joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about key lessons he's learned about being a local church leader, including the need for pastors to have pastors, the importance of integrity, and how to execute a mission and a vision. Last week, Dr. Andy Bannister jo
Andy Bannister: How Pastors and Churches Can Stop Living as 'Undercover Christians'
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/474182-andy-bannister-pastors-churches-undercover-christians.html Dr. Andy Bannister joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about how pastors and church members can share their faith boldly, strategically, and without fear. Last week, Dr. Jim Sells and Heather Sells joined us to discuss the "escalating crisis" in mental
Jim and Heather Sells: How Churches Can Make a 'Tremendous' Difference in Alleviating Our 'Mental Health Crisis'
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/473601-jim-heather-sells-churches-mental-health-crisis.html Dr. Jim Sells and Heather Sells join "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about the "escalating crisis" in mental health care and the enormous impact the church and clinicians can have if they are willing to collaborate with one another. Last week, Michael Martin j
Michael Martin: How Church Boards Can Help Their Pastors Be Healthy
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/472857-michael-martin-church-boards-pastors-healthy.html ECFA president and CEO Michael Martin joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about his organization's new leadership standard and how church boards can help provide pastors greater care and accountability. Last week, Léonce Crump Jr. joined us to talk about impor
Léonce Crump Jr.: How To Develop Resilient Teams
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/472044-leonce-crump-jr-develop-resilient-teams.html Léonce Crump Jr. joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to talk about important ways that leadership has changed and to offer practical steps church leaders can take to develop teams that will be truly healthy. Last week, Os Guinness joined us to discuss how God uses "signals
Os Guinness: How 'Signals of Transcendence' Lead People To Seek the Lord
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/470939-os-guinness-signals-transcendence-seek-lord.html Dr. Os Guinness joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss how God uses "signals" like love, justice, joy, and beauty to break into our lives and draw us to himself. Last week, Kyle Strobel and Jamin Goggin wrapped up their conversation with us, offering practices
Kyle Strobel and Jamin Goggin, Part 2: How To Embrace God's Vision for Power in Ministry
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/469972-kyle-strobel-jamin-goggin-part-2-gods-vision-power.html Kyle Strobel and Jamin Goggin wrap up their conversation on "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast," offering pastors ways to help guard against the misuse of power in ministry and encouraging them to persevere. Last week, Kyle and Jamin shared how God taught them about h
Kyle Strobel and Jamin Goggin, Part 1: Why the Church's Problem With Power Is Not 'Over There'
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/469144-kyle-strobel-jamin-goggin-part-1-churchs-problem-power.html Dr. Kyle Strobel and Dr. Jamin Goggin join "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to discuss what God has taught them about his way to power and why every ministry leader must wrestle with what their view of power actually is. Last week, Pushpay CEO Molly Matthews joi
Molly Matthews Shares Key Findings From the 'State of Church Tech' Report
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/468289-pushpay-ceo-molly-matthews-state-church-tech.html Pushpay CEO Molly Matthews joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share the latest findings from Pushpay's "State of Church Tech" report and what the research reveals about the technological opportunities available to churches. Last week, Tim Chaddick joined us to shar
Tim Chaddick: What Church Planting in Hollywood and London Taught Me About Outreach in Secular Spaces
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/467485-tim-chaddick-church-planting-hollywood-london.html Tim Chaddick joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share what he learned about engaging people in secular spaces as a result of his church planting experiences in Hollywood and London. Last week, Dr. Jamaal Williams and Dr. Timothy Paul Jones explained why pastors sh
Jamaal Williams and Timothy Paul Jones: Should You Pursue a Multiethnic Church? It's Complicated
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/466882-jamaal-williams-timothy-paul-jones-multiethnic-church-complicated.html Dr. Jamaal Williams and Dr. Timothy Paul Jones join "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share why pastors should pursue the costly, beautiful vocation of leading a multiethnic church only if God has specifically called them to do so. Last week, Jon Ac
Jon Acuff: How To Pursue Success Without Destroying Your Church
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/466196-jon-acuff-success-without-destroying-church.html Jon Acuff joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to explain why church leaders should wholeheartedly pursue their potential and how they can do so in a way that honors God. Last week, Kevin Palau joined us to remind us of the importance of evangelism and to discuss how chu
Kevin Palau: How Church Leaders Can Foster a Culture of Evangelism When 'It's Harder Than It Used To Be'
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/465726-kevin-palau-church-leaders-culture-evangelism.html Kevin Palau joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to remind us of the importance of evangelism and to discuss how church leaders can encourage their congregations to share the gospel. Do you embrace all of your emotions or try to suppress them at times? Jennie Allen joi
Jennie Allen: Why Church Leaders Need To Pay Attention to Their Emotions
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/464670-jennie-allen-church-leaders-emotions.html Jennie Allen joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to explain why our emotions are good gifts from God and how that truth fits with the command to take every thought captive. Last week, we revisited our conversation with Priscilla Shirer, who shared key disciplines she has lear
Best of 2023: Priscilla Shirer: 'Message Preparation Is the Hardest Thing I Do in Ministry'
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/442100-priscilla-shirer-message-preparation-hardest-ministry.html In one of our top episodes from 2023, Priscilla Shirer joined the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast for our Great Communicator Series and shared key disciplines she has learned to follow when crafting a message. Last week, we revisited what David Platt has learned abou
Best of 2023: David Platt on How He Has Been Challenged To Stop Following the 'American Gospel'
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Matt Chandler, Part 1: How the 2022 Controversy Has Impacted His Life and Ministry
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Faithlytics: Leaders at Pew, Barna, Lifeway and Gallup Share Key Insights Into the State of American Christianity
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Thom Rainer: Why Pastors Need To Ask Their People for Prayer
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Ryan Burge: The Biggest Reason Why People Are Leaving Church
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Alex Harris: 'Shiny Happy People' Is Flawed but Serves the Church
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Jen Wilkin & J.T. English: Everyone Is a Theologian. But Are You a Good One?
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/460435-jen-wilkin-j-t-english-everyone-theologian-good.html Jen Wilkin and Dr. J.T. English join "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" to share their insights into why there is a lack of discipleship in the church and why ministry leaders need to help people see that all of us are theologians. How do you approach evangelism? Dr. Wi
William Wilson on the Mistake We Make When Obeying the Great Commission
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