Casual Conversations by Momentum Ministries

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Bruce Evans, Emeritus Professor of Biology at Huntington University.  Today they discuss the big topic of complexity and design of the universe.  

 In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  In past conversations, he has spoken on the challenges of Christian higher education, Fundamentalism, Artificial Intelligence…and today Dr. Spaulding returns to Casual Conversations to talk about Paul Tillich, Philosopher/Theologian, and his impact on the Nazarene Church.  

In this episode, Rev. Leray Glendenning, Pastor and Director of Firm Foundations Intensives with Life Skills International, discusses the psychology behind the Apostle Paul's instruction on forgetting what is behind.  Drawing from Paul Hegestrom's work, “Broken Children, Grown-up Pain: Understanding the Effects of Your Wounded Past", Leray leads us through the process of remembering the wounds from the past to understanding how they impact us and finding healing through the power of the Holy Spirit.  To learn more, call Life Skills International at 806.348.7171 or visit their website at lifeskillsintl.org.

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Chris Miller, retired Packaging Engineer with Procter & Gamble from Ohio about a trip that changed everything for him.  Chris shares about how he toured places where the Scriptures were written, the Word came to life and his faith was deepened in ways that he was not expecting.

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest and friend, Evangelist Carla Pollard.  In honor of National Day of Prayer, they will unpack its history and the different ways that it is observed locally and throughout our nation.  Besides being a Nazarene Evangelist, Carla is a volunteer with the National Day of Prayer organization.  NDOP is May 1st .  More information is available at nationaldayofprayer.org. Carla's contact info:PO Box 72962, N. Chesterfield, VA 23235804-601-6172email: info@carlagpollardministries.orghttps://carlagpollardministries.org She has a radio program which airs as follows:Radio: Tuesdays at 8:15 am on WDZY Radio Richmond, Saturdays at KCLE AM 1460 & FM 93.1 Dallas/Fort Worth, TX: Sundays 9:15 -9:30 pm.WSKY AM 1230 & FM 102.9 Asheville, NC & AM 970 & FM 97.5 Canton, NC Saturdays 7:45- 8:00 pm. ON the Website at wilkinsradio.com  WSVS AM 800 & FM 97.1 Wednesdays 12:15- 12:30 pm.  Listen live on the Website at WSVSAMFM.com

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  In past conversations, he has spoken on the challenges of Christian higher education, Fundamentalism, on Evangelicalism being a mood…and today Dr. Spaulding returns to Casual Conversations to discuss how feelings have replaced faith, and how to guard against it.

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Rev. Chris Shallenberger, Lead Pastor at New Life Community Church in Monticello, Iowa.  He also serves as the Evangelism Director for Momentum Ministries.  Today they are discussing what Easter really means and whether its message is still relevant to us today.

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Dr. Stan Reeder, USA/Canada Regional Director at The Church of the Nazarene.   In today's discussion they will talk about how the Church of the Nazarene reversed a 20-year decline by...· coming together in unity· blessing our community· bringing people to Jesus· becoming Christlike disciples

The script at Casual Conversations has been flipped once again and Pastor Scott Wade goes from interviewer to interviewee.  Rev. Chris Shallenberger, Lead Pastor at New Life Community Church of the Nazarene in Monticello, IA is the new Evangelism Director with Momentum Ministries.  In this episode, they will be digging deeper into the term 'eisegesis' and discussing how to interpret Scripture correctly.

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Bruce Evans, retired Professor of Biochemistry at Huntington University.  Pastor Scott and Bruce discuss a scientific journey of faith and the importance of sharing our faith stories with others.  

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  In past conversations, he has spoken on the challenges of Christian higher education, Fundamentalism, on Evangelicalism being a mood…and today Dr. Spaulding returns to Casual Conversations to discuss “Artificial Intelligence and the University.”

The script at Casual Conversations has been flipped and Pastor Scott Wade goes from interviewer to interviewee.  Rev. Chris Shallenberger, Lead Pastor at New Life Community Church of the Nazarene in Monticello, IA is the new Evangelism Director with Momentum Ministries.  In this episode, Pastor Chris will be asking Pastor Scott about the terms 'exegesis' and 'eisegesis'.  What do they mean?  Why does it matter? 

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Felix Hollin, an author who graduated from Mount Vernon Nazarene University with him back in 1979.  Felix shares about his life and how God has inspired him to write and bring Scripture to life through the pages of his writings.  His book titles include:  Jephthah, Free Man of God; Jeriel, King of Gibeon; Debbie's Song; and The King of the Jews and they can all be found to purchase on Amazon.  

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Rev. Joe Young, Pastor at Northeast Community Church of the Nazarene in Grand Rapids who also serves as the Intercultural Ministries Director for the Michigan District.  Pastor Scott and Pastor Joe discuss the topic of Immigration from a missionary's perspective.

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  In past conversations, he has spoken on the challenges of Christian higher education, Fundamentalism, on Evangelicalism being a mood…and today Dr. Spaulding returns to Casual Conversations to discuss “Bonhoeffer:  Religionless Christianity.”

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Rev. Wes Ball, Lead Pastor at Liberty Mills Church of the Nazarene in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  Pastor Scott asked him to discuss a message that he shared recently on a Mission's Cruise about how we should “Eat the Scroll”.

Grab a cup of coffee and join our host Pastor Scott Wade as he talks to Daniel Allison and Freddie Blanton, co-hosts of First Sip, a daily podcast that will help you "Get your mind right" for the day.  Both Daniel and Freddie are business leaders in the Upstate of South Carolina.  Daniel is an Outreach Specialist and Freddie is part of Bobcat of Spartanburg.  You can find First Sip by following Daniel (The Average Dude) or Freddie (Freddie@Bobcat) on LinkedIn or Facebook. (Masterminds-First Sip)

In this episode, join Host Pastor Scott Wade and Dr. William McCorkle, Associate Professor of Education at the College of Charleston, as they discuss the state of immigration in the U.S.  Change in immigration policy is needed and possible if we can learn to work together.  Information and inspiration will help us move forward as a nation of immigrants.  Will is a volunteer with Practice Mercy and has made over 25 trips to the border.  If you want to learn more about immigration or get involved in relief efforts, contact Will at mccorklewd@cofc.edu.

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  Today Dr. Spaulding discusses with Scott the term “secularization”.  

Pastor Rod Walley, Lead Pastor at Charleston Calvary Church of the Nazarene in Goose Creek, SC along with Pastor Scott Wade discuss the recent Fireschool Ministries weekend.  To learn more about the ministry in Goose Creek, visit their website at ⁠charlestoncalvary.org⁠. For information about Fireschool Ministries go to ⁠fireschoolministries.com⁠

In this episode, Shannon Anderson - Author, Teacher, and Speaker - talks with Pastor Scott Wade about the importance of our stories in sharing hope and encouragement.  To find out more about Shannon and her work visit her website at shannonisteaching.com.  You can also contact her on the Christian Women's Speakers website, womenspeakers.com/. (She speaks at all kinds of events, not just women's events.)

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  In past conversations, he has spoken on the challenges of Christian higher education, Fundamentalism, on Evangelicalism being a mood…and today Dr. Spaulding returns to Casual Conversations to discuss the question, “Are Nazarenes really Wesleyan?”   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Rev. Tom Govin from Lynn Church of the Nazarene.  Tom joins us as we continue our “Sermon in a Sack” series and he shares his most memorable Christmas gift with Pastor Scott.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Pastor Jayden Savage from Pelion Church of the Nazarene.  Jayden joins us as we continue with our “Sermon in a Sack” series and shares her most memorable Christmas gift with Pastor Scott.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Joy Mosley, Vice President of Government and Strategic Relations for the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities.  Join us as we continue with our “Sermon in a Sack” series as Joy shares her most memorable Christmas gift with Pastor Scott.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Rev. Rod Walley who is Lead Pastor from Charleston Calvary Church of the Nazarene in Goose Creek.  Rod is the first to be interviewed in our Christmas “Sermon in a Sack” series and shares with Scott what his all-time favorite Christmas gift is and how God will sometimes stretch us to reach our full potential in Him.  Join us as we jump full swing into this Advent Season! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Crystal Bramlett from Manning New Start.  She is a teacher at Manning High School and has a heart for the Lord and a passion to serve others.  As we enter this week of Thanksgiving, Crystal shares with us her testimony of walking through years of “want” and “disappointment” to seeing God's faithfulness playing out in His perfect plan and timing as she praises the Lord for being mom to the most amazing baby boy.   If you find yourself in a similar season of “want” and “disappointment”, our prayer is that this Thanksgiving Testimony will encourage you today.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

This is a special “Spiritual Conversations Edition” and in this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Rev. Ken Dove, Renewal Ministries Coordinator for the Church of the Nazarene.  Pastor Dove shares the importance of sharing Jesus with people that we encounter on a daily basis in a real authentic way.     Check out www.kendove.com to see how you can partner with him in ministry. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  Today Dr. Spaulding defines the term “Radical Orthodoxy” and discusses what it means to society today.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Monte Cyr, Global Missionary of the Mesoamerica Region with the Church of the Nazarene.  Monte discusses what life's like on the mission field and how things have changed over the years as his family has served abroad.  He shares stories with Scott about the different people that he has encountered in ministry and the lives that have been impacted with the Gospel.     If you would like to learn how you can partner with Monte in ministry, you can contact him at mcyr@mesonaz.org to learn the different ways that you can be a part of what God is doing.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Rev. Roland Evans, Lead Pastor at Cottageville Church of the Nazarene.  Pastor Roland discusses the importance of workplace ethics as a believer and how we are to honor the Lord in everything that we say and do, giving our best effort, even at our jobs.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Sandra Palm, recently (partially) retired Director of Education from Nazarene Bible College and second guest author with Momentum Ministries.  She discusses with Pastor Scott the ins and outs of writing her recently released book, “I Lift Up My Soul” in which she walks the reader through her journey with Christ and His unfailing love and grace.   You can purchase a copy today at: https://www.amazon.com/I-Lift-Up-My-Soul/dp/1953285953/ref=litb_std_nodl or at:  https://www.momentumministries.org/books --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  In past conversations, he has spoken on the challenges of Christian higher education, Fundamentalism, on Evangelicalism being a mood…and today Dr. Spaulding returns to Casual Conversations to discuss the challenges of LGBTQ for Christian Universities.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews recently retired Sama Gilliland as she shares stories of how God not only gave her a passion to teach, but also continued to give her opportunities to teach.  One of those opportunities included stepping behind the bars of a juvenile prison and teaching some of societies toughest young people.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

This week's episode was hijacked by Momentum Ministries' Board Member, Aaron Beasley, who took over the role of podcaster and interviewed Pastor Scott Wade.  Aaron asks Scott about the history of Momentum, where the ministry is going, the background of the ministry name and the books, dream podcast guests, and much more…you are not going to want to miss this episode!  Remember, God has Momentum for you!  You can learn more about Momentum Ministries by visiting momentumministries.org. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Bible Journaling Instagrammer Kendall Burks from Summerville, SC.  She shares how the Lord called her family to South Carolina a little over a year ago and is transparent about how patient God was with her as she searched for proof of His existence as a teenager.  Kendall also discusses with Pastor Scott about how God has given her a passion for His Word through Bible journaling and has opened a door to share the Gospel with others on Instagram.  You can check out her Instagram page at Kendalls.notes.    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  In past conversations, he has spoken on the challenges of Christian higher education... on Fundamentalism…and today Dr. Spaulding returns to unpack a subject that he brushed up against last month when he said, “Evangelicalism is a mood.”   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews his son-in-law Aaron Beasley, who is the Founder & President of Palm Casual of South Carolina.  Aaron takes us down memory lane and shares how he started the business. He shares the core principles that have been important to him and how his faith in God has been a daily part of his family and Palm Casual.    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

James Burks led worship for almost 20 years before he became lead pastor at Summerville Church of the Nazarene. In this podcast James discusses how worship comes down to a relationship, a longing to be close, and a desire to please. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Jay Urich, Founder and Director of the non-profit organization, Original Design, located in Columbia, SC. Jay shares how God revealed Himself to him as a teenager, then led him to play football for the Gamecocks and has now opened the door to help children reach their full potential in Christ. Jay discusses how God is using Original Design to show children the value of faith, health, athletics, and life skills through the mentorship program. Find out how you can be a part of what God's doing at www.originaldesignsc.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Host Scott Wade discusses the walls we put around Jesus and urges us to get out of the box by faith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Dr. Henry Spaulding, former president of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, returns to Casual Conversations to discuss Christian Fundamentalism. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

In this episode, Pastor Mark Hendricks of New Harvest Church in Chelsea, Michigan, shares how Christians and those open to Christianity make up about 1/3 of the population and how churches are "fighting over the same piece of the pie." He gives ideas about how we need to change our thinking and our practices in order to claim our piece of the bigger piece of the pie! Mark talks about his work with Forge America, training people to view evangelism differently. For more information go to https://www.forgeamerica.com/ or contact Mark at: pastormark@new-harvest.co. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Returning Guest, Pastor John Whitsett, unpacks Jesus' parable of the Great Banquet, which is not prepared for those who think they are worthy but for those who know that they are not worthy. Pastor John originally shared this message on his blog, "Kingdom Thoughts and Reflections," which you can find at: https://www.johnwhitsett.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Makenzie talks to Pastor Scott about her work as a therapist. Here are some links for the listeners!  Gender dysphoria:  https://donoharmmedicine.org/gender-ideology/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwrvyxBhAbEiwAEg_KgqsYespi5PUpz6OGyKzy7sh9u1zfT4GCjicz9uu4Ek2fY_SNtwrcMBoCUm8QAvD_BwE Coping skills for trauma and anxiety:  https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5940b47e5016e1c79e44370a/t/601b880d701b1b2da698c106/1612417038306/Home_Body+EBOOK.pdfhttps://www.verywellmind.com/cognitive-behavioral-coping-strategies-2797612 https://wholebrainhealth.org/exercise-and-brain-health/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwgJyyBhCGARIsAK8LVLPgnof9nsXvnnet8eP-3--nS0J11b8rVDqpIy4wALR4DhAAQr8EwU8aAsKGEALw_wcB Thought Stopping:  https://iveronicawalsh.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/cbtafg_thoughtreframeform.pdf --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, answers the question, "What happens when we combine the Christian faith with university work?" --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Rev. Larry Leckrone, Evangelist in the Church of the Nazarene discusses the history, the importance and the usage of the altar as a place of decision, direction, and discernment. To schedule Larry and Tamla Leckrone for a revival or event in your church, contact them through their website: https://leckroneministries.org/?subpages/contact.shtml --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Guest Jeremy Webb owns and operates Revival Butchery in Greenville, SC. Listen in as he and Scott discuss the challenges and unexpected opportunities of the local butcher shop. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Victoria Walker of West Columbia, SC shares her story of how God is using a prayer tent to bring the light and love of Jesus to her church and community. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Pastor Lester Jones of countryside Church of the Nazarene discusses his first book: Christmas with Ruth: Miracles Are Messy in the Middle, which will be released in the summer of 2024. To order, you can contact Lester at ljones@ccnaz.org. Quantity discounts are available at https://www.momentumministries.org/books. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

Pastor Libby Newman of Batesburg Church of the Nazarene, shares her story of leading her church through an interesting relocation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support