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In this episode Todd Barham and Truston Baba continue their conversation with a discussion about being intentional about connecting and reaching people who are not followers of Jesus. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc www.vividlifechurch.org
When, what, and how to celebrate well as a church can be challenges. Today Todd speaks with Pastor Truston Baba of Living Church about what some call a "Party Culture" where they have designed the church to celebrate often and passionately. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc www.livingchurch.com
People are teaching things that violate the Bible and beliefs that Christians have held dear since the 1st century. Today, Todd Barham and guest Josh Lewis, of The Remnant Radio, discuss how some are deviating from atonement through Jesus' death for our salvation and more. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc www.theremnantradio.com
We continue our conversation with Josh Lewis. Today, our host, Todd Barham talks with Josh Lewis, the host of The Remnant Radio, about dangerous emerging doctrines. Today Josh introduces Todd to the ideas of Neo-Marcionism and Neo-Gnosticism and they are affecting the American church today. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc www.theremnantradio.com
On Today's episode our host Todd Barham interviews Josh Lewis, the host of The Remnant Radio. This is part one of a discussion about dangerous doctrinal positions that are emerging in America. In this episode Todd and Josh discuss the emerging idea those who deny the historic Christian position of the inerrancy of the Scripture. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
Today's guest is Pastor Chad Benson of LifeGate Church in Burleson, Texas. Today Pastor Chad answers questions about grieving and mourning the uncontrollable challenges that Covid brought to the church. He then tells us how his team is moving ahead. info@advancment.cc www.advancement.cc
Todd takes time today to interview Pastor Brent Butler about the value of having a coach. They discuss the cost, the time, and the personal benefits. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
There will always be conflicts in a church. Sometimes they should be ignored and sometimes a pastor must get involved or provide leadership in their resolution. Today Todd asks Tim how to identify them and when to let someone else handle them. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
When should a leader in engage in conflict and when should they avoid it? It's easy to get caught up in conflicts that don't accomplish anything. In today's episode Todd asks Tim about what types of conflicts he believes we should take up in the pastorate. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
Christian movements are not producing enough pastors and leaders to replace those that are aging out. Today Tim and Todd discuss the fact that Jesus was engaged in connecting people to his call on their life. Pastors and leaders carry that same responsibility today. Listen today to hear practical insights on how to help connect people to the call of God on their life. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
Recent Barna research helps us understand the trends surrounding the Bible today. Tim and Todd discuss the results of the study and what impact and application we can take away as pastors and church leaders. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
As our population continues to become diverse and people can have more and more options, the church may have to respond. Today Tim and Todd talk about things that churches can do that to not only be multi-site, but also multi-model. www.advancement.cc info@advancement.cc
Recent research says that churches and Christians are more and more reticent to share their faith and engage in personal evangelism. When this trend is added to the fact that many pastors and church leaders often only are connected to the harvest vicariously through their congregation we can understand even more why people coming to faith in Jesus continue to be less. Today Tim and Todd talk about how leaders and congregations can develop a healthy harvest perspective. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
Transitions are a constant part of life and leadership. Most people seem to struggle with change and entering new seasons. Today Tim and Todd discuss some keys to help understand and lead in the midst of transitions. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
With burnout increasing among pastors and leaders we hear a lot about taking time off. Many leaders take time off without ever really disconnecting and being present on their vacation. Today Tim and Todd talk about some ways to disconnect and get the most out of your time off so that you can make the most of your time leading. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
In this episode we begin the complete our conversations around emerging church models. Jeff Reed wraps up talking with Tim and guest host Cullen about micro-churches and micro-campuses. In part 2 of this conversation, Jeff walks through how to identifying potential micro-churches and the steps to getting them started. www.advancement.cc www.thechurch.digital info@advancement.cc
In this episode we begin the final conversation around emerging church models. Jeff Reed returns to speak with Tim and guest host Cullen about micro-churches and micro-campuses. In part 1 of this 2 part conversation Jeff talks about where the micro-church fits in the American church landscape and their ability to reach a large diversity of people. www.advancement.cc www.thechurch.digital info@advancement.cc
Today we continue our series on emerging church models with Tim and Todd speaking with the final part of our conversation with Verlon Fosner on Dinner Church. In this episode Verlon answers the overarching questions of steps to actually launching a Dinner Church or a Dinner Church Campus. www.advancement.cc info@advancement.cc
Today we continue our series on emerging church models with Tim and Todd speaking with Verlon Fosner about the Dinner Church Model. In part 3 of 4, Verlon begins continues talking about the practical steps to establishing a Jesus Table Gathering as with talking about the food, team, evangelism, and messages. www.advancement.cc info@advancement.cc
Today we continue our series on emerging church models with Tim and Todd speaking with Verlon Fosner about the Dinner Church Model. In part 2 of 4, Verlon begins to lay out the practical steps to establishing a Jesus Table Gathering. www.advancement.cc info@advancement.cc
Today we continue our series on emerging church models with Tim and Todd speaking with Verlon Fosner about the Dinner Church Model. In part 1 of 4, Verlon gives the basic outline and ecclesiology. www.advancement.cc info@advancement.cc
In this episode we continue a series on emerging church models. We finish our conversation about digital church models such as VR and Facebook with Jeff Read of Stadia Church Planting. Jeff shares with Tim and Todd some final thoughts on doing church in a digital world and in digital space. www.advancement.cc
Today we continue our series on emerging church models and our conversation about digital church models with Jeff Read of Stadia Church Planting. Jeff shares with Tim and Todd practical strategies and truths about building and leading digital churches.
In this episode we begin a series on emerging church models. We begin by looking digital church models such as VR and Facebook with Jeff Read of Stadia Church Planting. Jeff shares with Tim and Todd how the digital church meets the ecclesiology of the historic church.
As we come to the 1-year anniversary of the Covid pandemic in America, the church is still searching for normal. In this episode Tim and Todd conclude their conversation with two pastors from areas of the country that are still facing strict Covid mandates to hear what their lessons on discipleship and evangelism are from the last twelve months. Join us as we talk with Pastor John Bechtel and Isaac Olivarez.
As we come to the 1-year anniversary of the Covid pandemic in America, the church is still searching for normal. In this episode Tim and Todd continue their conversation with two pastors from areas of the country that are still facing strict Covid mandates to hear what their lessons on connection and fellowship are from the last twelve months. Join us as we talk with Pastor John Bechtel and Isaac Olivarez.
As we come to the 1-year anniversary of the Covid pandemic in America, the church is still searching for normal. In this episode Tim and Todd speak with two pastors from areas of the country that are still facing strict Covid mandates to hear what their lessons on leadership are from the last twelve months. Join us as we talk with Pastor John Bechtel and Isaac Olivarez.
Tim and Todd talk about Covid fatigue and what it may look like coming back to what may be a new normal.
Tim and Todd discuss the growing level of Pastoral burn out we have seen during Covid-19. They tackle ways to avoid burn out with their guest Dr. Jeff Logue.
Join Tim and Todd for the final episode with Ricky Van Pay of Fit Pastors. They discuss why health must be a lifestyle, not a short term goal.
Tim and Todd are back with Ricky Van Pay of Fit Pastors. They talk about what is the best diet and exercise routine for you.
Join Tim and Todd as they interview the Founder of Fit Pastor Ricky Van Pay. They talk about the importance of taking time out to rest and recharge.
A Biblical Christian vision for any church, ministry, or person must include reaching the eternal harvest. When a leader presents or develops a vision without harvest components they are no longer fulfilling the mission of Christ. Today Tim and Todd discuss the role of the leader to maintain the harvest as part of the vision and direction of any church and the fact that the harvest seems to be missing from most church strategies. www.advancement.cc info@advancement.cc
As we head into 2021 pastors and leaders are thinking about vision for the new year. One thing is for sure that almost everyone's 2020 vision was a wash. But, how do know? In this episode Tim explains to Todd the value of strategically developing measurable goals that reflect the vision and lead to steps. Real vision requires specific steps to be more than just a dream. www.advancement.cc info@advancement.cc
Tim and Todd are thrilled that the episode is the final Top 10 of 2020. Election seasons often tempt church leaders to slip into political positions that conflict with the kingdom of God. Today Tim and Todd speak with Rev. Dr. Anthony Scoma about how to remain kingdom minded as a leader for the sake of the gospel and eternity rather than getting caught up in the current political issues. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
In this Top 10 episode Tim and Todd bring in a panel of 4 experts to talk about the harvest and Covid. Pastors and churches scrambled when the quarantine happened to discover what to do about church. The question we now want to ask is what will the short and long term affects of the Covid crisis have on America and the people that do not follow Jesus. Join Tim and Todd as they discuss this with our panel Dr. Nicole McAninch, LPC Stacie Sylvas, Dr. Chris Hernandez, and Dr. Ben Blackwell as we wrap up our series. www.advancement.cc
Transitions in ministry are a common thing. Most pastors and staff take new ministry positions multiple times in their careers. Often these are done undercover for a number of reasons. How we leave matters. Listen today as we talk about leaving and finishing well. www.advancement.cc Resources mentioned today: Next: Pastoral Transitions that Work
In this Top 10 episode Advancement uses their own transition between hosts on the podcast as a catalyst of discussion. Ministry transitions are never easy. Our attitude and how we approach them can change what are bad experiences to positives. Listen today as we talk about transitions. www.advancement.cc
In one of our most highly rated episodes we revisit this practical content on communication. One of the immediate upheavals of the Covid-19 crisis is pastors and leaders having to go virtual in all of their preaching and communication. Speaking to a camera instead of an audience that laughs and responds can have additional elements. In part 1 of a 3 part series, Tim and Todd speak with Justing Trapp, the co-founder of Sermonary.co to give pastors insights into this new normal. www.advancement.cc www.sermonary.co www.ministrypass.com
In this top episode of the 2020 Top 10 we revisit our first episode with Dr. Suzie Macaluso. Churches cannot wait to gather again as the Body of Christ. As churches move to re-open their gatherings, how will those outside of the church view this action? How will the churches actions be received and viewed by the harvest that lives and works around us. We ask this overarching question to Dr. Suzie Macaluso of Abilene Christian University. www.advancement.cc Suzie.Macaluso@acu.edu @scmacaluso on Twitter
This conversation was one of our most listened to episodes in 2020. Pastoring is hard and can take an emotional toll any time but, in times of crisis the weight increases and the opportunity for burnout rises. This discussion with Dr. Jeanie Clarkson we talk about how pastors can remain emotionally healthy. Dr. Jeanie Clarkson is offering a discount to our listeners for her online class Crisis Leadership. Use the promo code ADVANCE @ https://emotionallyintelligentpastor.usefedora.com/p/crisis-leadership www.advancement.cc
In this top 10 episode we discussing raising children in a ministry home is tough enough. When you add the challenges that come with technology in today’s world it can become even more difficult. Listen today as Tim and Todd wrap up their conversation with Joey Alcala, Next Gen Pastor at the Oaks Fellowship, as we wrap up our conversation on balancing family and ministry. www.advancement.cc The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Crouch www.axis.com www.bark.us Facebook group – Parenting in a Tech World
The second in our 2020 Top 10 is another episode in with Joey Alcala. Raising children in a ministry home can be difficult. Ministry children are positioned to be exposed to the good and bad of the Christian faith and leadership. Leading our children and protecting them so that they can develop healthy lives of faith and commitment to Jesus is the ultimate goal. Listen today as Tim Ware, Todd Barham, and guest Joey Alcala discuss raising children in a ministry home. www.advancement.cc
2020 Top 10 - This episode was the first in a series that was one of the most listened to episodes in 2020. When there is a lack of balance between ministry and family, our souls take the brunt of the blow. Spiritual life, outside voices, and coordinating regular life are the beginning of the balance and having peace in our soul. Join Tim Ware and Todd Barham as they talk with Joey Alcala, the Next Generations Pastor from the Oaks Fellowship. www.Advancement.cc
When we're young we are taught to say, "Thank you." As parents we teach our children to say, "Thank you." Somehow in our churches and society those two simple words that carry incredible weight are lost. Today Tim and Todd talk about some steps to building a culture of gratitude. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
Conflict is one of the consistent struggles that pastors and congregations deal with. In today's episode Tim and Todd discuss what Jesus had to say about conflict. Tim addresses the reason that many in our churches have a victim's mentality. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
In 2020 there has been an increasing volume of prophetic words released through various leaders about politics, elections, America, and more. Social media has given rise to the rapid consumption by church members. Today, Dr. Ben Blackwell gives Tim and Todd a checklist that pastors can use to discern modern prophecy in comparison to the Biblical Canon. www.advancement.cc info@advancement.cc @bencblackwell
In 2020 there has been an increasing volume of prophetic words released through various leaders about politics, elections, America, and more. Social media has given access to this revelation and church congregants have consumed it in droves and pastors are asked to comment, confirm, follow, etc. Today, Dr. Ben Blackwell discusses with Tim and Todd how to receive modern revelation from the Holy Spirit without letting it overwrite or take prominence over the canonical prophecy. www.advancement.cc info@advancement.cc @bencblackwell
Pastoral burnout and leadership struggles can be connected to our emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence requires the leader to pay attention to themselves and those around them. Building trust, managing expectations, empowering others, and conflict all benefit when we achieve relational mastery. Today Tim and Todd wrap up their conversation with Dr. Jeanie Miller Clarkson on the subject. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc
Pastoral burnout and leadership struggles can be connected to our emotional intelligence. Tim and Todd begin a conversation with Dr. Jeanie Miller Clarkson about practical ways to increase our emotional intelligence. In today's we focus in on the idea of self-management in our ministry leadership. info@advancement.cc www.advancement.cc