NAFWB Podcast
The Better Together podcast, presented by the National Association of Free Will Baptists, is a fantastic addition to the podcasting world. As a listener, I am thrilled to see my denomination embracing this medium and providing valuable content for pastors, lay leaders, and students alike. The variety of topics covered in each episode is impressive, ranging from theology and church culture to evangelism and more. The fact that each episode is under thirty minutes allows for easy listening and retention of the information presented.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is its high production values. The content and quality are top-notch, making it a pleasure to listen to each episode. It's evident that a lot of time and effort has been put into creating a professional and engaging podcast. As someone who was raised as a Free Will Baptist and has a deep love for the denomination, I appreciate the opportunity to hear from fellow believers in an accessible format.
Additionally, the range of topics covered in this podcast is truly impressive. There is something for everyone, regardless of their background or role within the church. Whether you are a pastor seeking practical ministry tips or a lay leader looking to deepen your understanding of theology, this podcast has you covered. The variety ensures that there is always something new and relevant to listen to.
While it's difficult to find any major flaws in such a well-executed podcast, one minor drawback may be its focus on the leadership of the Free Will Baptist denomination. While this may be beneficial for pastors within that specific denomination, it could potentially limit its appeal to those outside of that particular group. However, I still believe that pastors from any denomination can find value in this podcast as there are many universal themes discussed.
In conclusion, I am thoroughly impressed with The Better Together podcast and highly recommend it to all Free Will Baptists and church leaders from other denominations. The content and quality are exceptional, offering valuable insights into various aspects of church life and ministry. This podcast is a valuable resource that should not be missed, and I look forward to future episodes and continued quality conversations.
“Many of our churches' greatest battle is they are inwardly focused. You've got to focus to the community; you've got to focus outwardly.” Dr. Tim York shares about the resources offered by the National Association of Free Will Baptists for churches, equipping them to reach and minister to their communities. Find the resources at https://nafwb.org/resources/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Church #Ministry #Outreach *We apologize for the technical difficulties with the audio quality.
“If we remove the veil that we think is covering pastoral families, we can understand that they need us just as much as we need them.” Robyn Ezzell of Two Paths Crossing discusses some of the burdens carried by pastors' wives and the ways congregations can help minister to and care for their pastor's family. Robyn is part of the Refresh Counseling Program of the NAFWB. Find out how you can support this invaluable program at https://nafwb.org/refreshcounseling/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Pastors #PastorAppreciation #PastorAppreciationMonth #PastorsWives
“It's a different time in pastoring, and a lot of guys are struggling with staying in the ministry, staying in the pastorate, they feel like failures, so it's really important for the church to show love back to them.” Dr. Tim York talks about the critical need for churches to value their pastor and bless him and show him support, both during Pastor Appreciation Month and throughout the year. Dr. York is moderator of the NAFWB and pastors two churches: The Grove Church and Rejoice Church. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Pastors #PastorAppreciation #PastorAppreciationMonth
Dr. Gordon Penfold joins the podcast to discuss his latest book, “Mending Fences,” a biblically grounded and theologically compelling guide for reconciling broken relationships. Dr. Penfold is one of the founders of the Advanced Pastoral Network. “Mending Fences” is available from Amazon: http://bit.ly/3IUmz8P. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Reconciliation #MendingFences #BrokenRelationships #Book
“When [someone falls], from the Scriptural standpoint, we should be running towards those people, but the tendency is for us to run away from them.” Three men join the podcast to recount the story of one pastor's fall and the grace and restoration process that followed. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Restoration #Sin
“He understood the position that he held and deliberately made choices to disciple and influence students in a way that would be beneficial for them for life.” Eric Thomsen reflects on the influence his high school teacher, Mr. Trout, had on his life, and the opportunity teachers have to make a lasting impact. Eric is managing editor of ONE Magazine. Read more in “Upstream With Mr. Trout:” https://www.onemag.org/first_glimpse123.htm. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Teachers #Students #Impact
Northwest Community Church in Chicago has 66,127 people that live within 5 minutes of their church. Christine Lewis joins the podcast to discuss how the church has used its results of the Know Your Community report to meet physical needs of their neighbors while having the opportunity to share the Gospel with them. Find out more about the KYC report at https://nafwb.org/know/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Outreach #Neighbor #Neighborhood #Church
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