Northview Church Podcast

Zach sits down with Andy Stephenson, the Carmel Campus Pastor at Northview Church, to discuss how to best utilize our time and energy at work and at home. Time is the great equalizer for all of us! Zach & Andy discuss how we can create healthy habits, incremental changes, and a "one degree of change" to maximize our time, energy, and leadership. This episode is a must-listen for any leader! Andy has done ministry for over 25 years and has led national and international student ministry movements and has served at Northview in his current role for three years. He has been married to Candace for 15 years and they have two daughters. The Power of Full Engagement Atomic Habits

Zach and Adam Coleman, the founder of Tru-ID Apologetics, chopped it up about apologetics: what it is, why it's important, and how necessary it is for following Jesus and answering the toughest questions from our culture. They also talk about what questions different people and communities bring to the Bible and how it has the answers for those questions. Adam is a SHARP dude and we believe you'll learn so much from him in this episode. Adam is a social worker by trade after earning his Master's degree from VCU in social work. He is married and has four children. Adam's YouTube Channel - Tru-ID Apologetics Adam's Podcast - The Tru-ID Podcast Adam's Book - Urban Apologetics: Restoring Black Dignity With The Gospel (he was a contributing author!)

Zach sits down with Phil Vischer - animator, writer, puppeteer, speaker, and original creator of Veggietales, What's In The Bible, and The Mr. Phil Show - to discuss the lessons he's learned about teaching the Bible to kids and what his recent viral videos on racism, abortion, the history of evangelicalism, and more have taught him about faithfully engaging culture. Phil is a co-host on "The Holy Post Podcast" and is a thoughtful voice of biblical truth in a world of polarization and extremism. We are honored that he would join us for a conversation! Phil's Website Phil's Podcast Phil's Book

Zach and Dr. Ray Sylvester reflect on part of the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 7, judging without being judgmental, discuss how to bring correction to our culture graciously and directly, and...how Ray has NEVER EATEN A PB&J!! Ray is a professor of marketing and personal branding at Anderson University in Anderson, IN. He was a senior lecturer and leader of two music business programs at Buckinghamshire New University. He co-wrote the first music business program in Europe in 1996. Ray has presented across both Europe and the US on the topic of personal branding. He is also published through academic books, in both the US and the UK. He is a Chartered Marketer and holds an MSc in Behavioral Science and an MA in Management. As a personal branding coach, Ray works with executives, professional athletes, and chart-topping artists/musicians. Ray's doctoral research was in personal brand management.

Zach sits down with Northview Campus Pastors, Nate Nupanga and Dave Fladung, to candidly talk about the joys and challenges of being a dad. Between the three of them, they have 7 kids who are five years old and younger. Parenting littles can be tough! One-Year Bible for Kids Family Framework

Zach sits down with family ministry expert, Lisette Fraser, and discusses how parents and families can raise their kids and teenagers with resilience and how to spiritually lead them in their homes. This interview was recorded in the fall of 2019 when Lisette served as the Family Ministry Pastor at a church in California. Now, Lisette is the COO and one of the pastors at Hillsong Atlanta, a new church plant in 2021, and is serving alongside Pastors Sam & Toni Collier.  Lisette's Instagram

Zach sits down with Northview Students High School Director, Micah Davis, on the topic of digital margin. In a world full of constant digital content, they discuss how to prioritize disconnecting from technology, best practices on how to do that, the traps of smartphones and social media, and how disconnecting from technology can bring spiritual health into your life. Micah oversees the high school ministry at the Carmel Campus of Northview Church. He is married to Rylei who is a second-grade teacher. Northview Students Carmel Campus Instagram Micah's Website Micah's Instagram

Gerald Fadayomi and Zach discuss senior year - the final chapter of high school. Listen as they unpack ways to help seniors in high school take ownership of their faith and what steps they need to take to continue that faith once they move on from high school. Gerald is the pastor of church.gathering, a ministry for college students and young adults. He is also the former high school pastor at North Point Ministries in Atlanta, Georgia. Gerald's Instagram geraldfadayomi.com mysenioryear.org onmyteam.org Books by Gerald - When Life Gives You Lemons, Starting Now: A 30-Day Guide to Becoming Who You Want to Be in College, Before You Go: Following Jesus and Growing in Your Faith After High School

In Part 2 of our deeper dive into the world of preteens, Dan Scott (with over 20 years of preteen ministry experience) talks with Zach about how parents & families can “lean in” during the difficult parts of the preteen phase. They talk about the changes to a preteen's brain, how families can create spaces for them to ask questions about faith and have spiritual conversations, and why families should prioritize faith development in their preteen. Dan's Instagram Dan's Book - Caught In Between Dan's Website

Preteen ministry expert, Bobby Ikebudu, talks with Zach about the crazy world of preteens! They discuss the unique phase of being a preteen and how families and churches can most effectively lead these students to deeper faith. Bobby is the Director of Church Engagement for The reThink Group and is one of the best leaders in preteen and children's ministry in the country. Throughout the past decade, he has been a NextGen Pastor, middle school science teacher, communications/marketing director, and camp host & speaker. Bobby on Instagram Caught In Between: Engage Your Preteens Before They Check Out - Dan Scott

Mike Clear, Director of Children's Strategy for The reThink Group, discusses with Zach how families can model a Christ-centered lifestyle and teach spiritual truths to their preschool and elementary-aged kids. He also encourages families to strategically partner with other adults who are leading their kids: a small group leader, teacher, coach, or other mentors. Mike hosts The Orange Kids Podcast which helps equip churches to more effectively mentor and lead children from birth-elementary. Mike's Facebook Orange Kids Podcast

Zach talks about the intersection of Christianity and mental health with Indianapolis counselor and therapist, Paul McDaniel. They discuss mental health and anxiety in the Scripture, whether mental health still has a stigma in the Church, and how families can navigate issues of mental health with their kids. Paul has a Doctor of Ministry degree in Pastoral Counseling and is licensed in the State of Indiana as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. He has been a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors for 30 years and serves as its President. Counseling At The Crossing Website Download the Northview Church App Northview Church Resources for Anxiety & Mental Health

Zach sits down with pastor and marriage & family therapist, Hazel Owens, to discuss how Christians can thoughtfully engage with the topic of mental health. They discuss her perspective on the mental health crisis happening today, examples from Scripture on mental health, and assess the stigma of mental health in the Church. Hazel serves as a therapist at Christian Theological Seminary and is the Associate Pastor at Common Ground Church (Midtown Location) in Indianapolis, IN.    Hazel's Instagram Hazel's Counseling Page Christian Theological Seminary Counseling Center Article - "The Flight From Conversation" - Sherry Turkle

Zach sits down with Mark Crull and Jason Pongratz, the Executive Pastors of Northview Church, to have a conversation about leading in times of crisis. They discuss what people need from a leader in a time of crisis, how they personally have grown through leading in crisis, and how our faith in Jesus can influence how we lead in crisis.  To find out more information about Northview Church, visit northviewchurch.us or text the word NEXT to 85379.

Listen to Sam & Toni Collier encourage and challenge parents & families to spiritually lead your middle school and high school students. They also discuss how God radically changed their lives as a teenager (Sam) and as an adult (Toni). Sam & Toni are the true definition of a power couple! They have just announced they will be pastoring the next international church plant of Hillsong Church in Atlanta beginning in 2021! Sam is also a speaker, writer, and host of the A Greater Story with Sam Collier TV show and radio podcast that currently airs in 100 Million Homes. He also communicates nationally and internationally as a speaker and contributor regularly at North Point Ministries (Founded by Andy Stanley), the ReThink Group (Founded by Reggie Joiner), Orange Network, Orange Tour, Alpha International Leadership Conference, Global Leadership Summit, and more. Toni is also a host, communicator, and consultant with North Point Ministries, serves as a national public speaker for Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and is the co-founder of The Resource Group: a faith-based consulting firm and a women's ministry called Broken Crayons. Sam - Instagram Toni - Instagram Hillsong Church Atlanta Sam's Website - agreaterstory.org Toni's Website - tonijcollier.com

Zach sits down with Dr. Craig Keener, one of the most prestigious New Testament scholars in the world, to discuss their personal experiences with miracles, the tension of praying for a miracle, and developing a faith & resolve if you feel like God isn't answering your prayers. Dr. Keener is a biblical studies professor at Asbury Theological Seminary and an ordained pastor. Well over a million of his thirty-plus books and biblical commentaries are in circulation and have won thirteen national and international awards; including the award-winning IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament (now in its 2nd edition) and Miracles: The Credibility of the New Testament Accounts. His book on miracles is considered to be the greatest and most comprehensive work ever written on the subject and was awarded the Christianity Today Award of Merit in 2013. Craig is married to Médine Moussounga Keener, who is also a professor at Asbury Theological Seminary, and they have two children. craigkeener.com IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament Miracles: The Credibility of the New Testament Accounts

Zach sits down with Dr. Craig Keener, one of the most prestigious New Testament scholars in the world, to discuss the validity of miracles and whether they can or do happen. Dr. Keener is a biblical studies professor at Asbury Theological Seminary and an ordained pastor. Well over a million of his thirty-plus books and biblical commentaries are in circulation and have won thirteen national and international awards; including the award-winning IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament (now in its 2nd edition) and Miracles: The Credibility of the New Testament Accounts. His book on miracles is considered to be the greatest and most comprehensive work ever written on the subject and was awarded the Christianity Today Award of Merit in 2013. Craig is married to Médine Moussounga Keener, who is also a professor at Asbury Theological Seminary, and they have two children. craigkeener.com IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament Miracles: The Credibility of the New Testament Accounts  

In this episode, Zach talks with Patrice Smith, the Carmel Campus Elementary Coordinator at Northview Church, and Anne Wilson, Lead Student Pastor at Traders Point Christian Church. They discuss what action steps people can take to move towards racial unity and how to move people from sympathy to empathy and action. They also speak about how to teach your kids and teenagers and have conversations with them about racism. awilson@tpcc.org   patrice.smith@northviewchurch.us   www.tpcc.org   Anti-Racism Resources from Traders Point Church

Zach has a conversation with Mark Johnson. Kyle Riley and Jeff Brown to hear their take on the racial division in our country. They also speak about the issues of privilege, systemic racism, and racial trauma and some action steps Christians and churches can take to reduce it. Mark is the Student and Community Care Pastor at Crosspoint Church in Fishers, IN, Kyle is the Downtown Campus Pastor of Traders Point Christian Church in Indianapolis, IN, and Jeff is the Assistant Pastor of Discipleship & Diversity at College Park Church in Indianapolis, IN.  Instagram: @drmarkjohnson Instagram: @kyle.riley Instagram: @jab_junior www.crosspointweb.org www.yourchurch.com The Color of Compromise by Jemar Tisby Anti-Racism Resources

Zach sits down with Jeffrey Johnson II and Percy Bland, Jr., who serve on the pastoral staff at Eastern Star Church in Indianapolis, to discuss the heart of the Gospel message and how it relates to race. They also talk about the Church's complicity in racism and the institutional and systemic effects from it. Pastor Jay is the Associate Pastor of Preaching & Teaching and Percy is the Children's & Student Pastor at Eastern Star Church. www.easternstarchurch.org Jeffrey Johnson II - Instagram: @_preachdoc Percy Bland, Jr. - Instagram: @itsmevalleyp

Zach and Steve Carter discuss the role personal accountability has for our integrity, leadership, and influence. Steve is a guest teaching pastor at Northview Church and currently hosts his own podcast entitled The Home Team. Steve Carter's Website

Zach and Steve Carter team up again to talk about facing suffering and answering the question: Where is God in our suffering?  Steve is a guest teaching pastor at Northview Church and currently hosts his own podcast entitled The Home Team. Steve Carter's Website

Zach talks with Northview Greater Lafayette Campus Pastor, Dave Fladung, about balancing work and family life during this unique, quarantined season.

Zach talks with Pastor Matt Carder about experiencing doubt in your faith and how to navigate your way through it. Matt has been in full-time ministry for 17 years in Muncie, IN and is the Lead Pastor of Commonway Church. Commonway Church Website

Zach talks with Dr. Ray Sylvester about the intersection of faith and identity. Ray is associate professor of marketing and personal branding at Anderson University in Anderson, IN. He was a senior lecturer and leader of two music business programs at Buckinghamshire New University. He co-wrote the first music business program in Europe in 1996. Ray has presented across both Europe and the US on the topic of personal branding. He is also published through academic books, in both the US and the UK. He is a Chartered Marketer and holds an MSc in Behavioral Science and an MA in Management. As a personal branding coach, Ray works with executives, professional athletes, and chart-topping artists/musicians. Ray's doctoral research was in personal brand management.

Zach talks with Northview Church Carmel Campus Worship Pastor Matt Siewert about faith in a changing culture.

Zach talks with Steve Arterburn about living life without fatal excuses. Steve is the Teaching Pastor at Northview Church. He is also the founder and chairman of New Life Ministries and host of the number one nationally syndicated Christian counseling talk show, New Life Live!, heard and watched by over 2 million people each week on nearly 200 radio stations nationwide on XM and Sirius Satellite radio and on NRBTV. Steve is also the host of New Life TV, a web-based video channel dedicated to transforming lives through God's truth. Steve is the founder of the Women of Faith conferences attended by over 5 million people. Steve Arterburn's Website

Zach finishes out the Faith and Work series with Brooke Martin. Brooke is the Emmy award-winning evening news anchor for WISH-TV in Indianapolis, IN. She also leads the WISH Patrol Franchise which partners with local organizations and individuals in need in the central Indiana community. WISH Patrol

Zach talks with Brett Wiggins about the intersection of faith and work. Brett is the Michiana Division Manager for Vector/Cutco Marketing and an incredible business leader in the state of Indiana. Brett also provides leadership within Northview Students training student leaders at our Carmel & Fishers campuses.

Zach sits down with Jill Schipp, Principal of Prairie Trace Elementary in Carmel, IN to talk about the topic of faith and work! Jill has been a top educational leader in Carmel-Clay Schools as a teacher, administrator, and principal for 18 years.

Zach talks with the Manager of the Indy Eleven, Martin Rennie, about living out our faith in the public eye and what he's doing to bring a godly culture to the field as he leads his team. The Indy Eleven is a part of USL Championship Soccer League and plays its home matches in Lucas Oil Stadium, the home of the Indianapolis Colts.  Indy Eleven Website

Kara Powell talks with Zach about families modeling a Christian faith that sticks long-term in their kids. She also discusses the latest research in faith among today's college students and young adults. Kara is a world-class author and speaker and she currently serves as the Executive Director of the Fuller Youth Institute and Associate Professor of Youth and Family Ministry at Fuller Theological Seminary. Fuller Youth Institute