The ChurchLeaders Podcast

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. Jennie explains why our emotions are good gifts from God and how that truth fits with the command to take every thought captive. Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/464670-jennie-allen-church-leaders-emotions.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Run Over by the Grace Train: How the Unstoppable Love of God Transforms Everything” by Joby Martin The Church of Eleven22 Check out Joby's website Follow Joby on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

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, who shared why church leaders should wholeheartedly pursue their potential and how they can do so in a way that honors God. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/466196-jon-acuff-success-without-destroying-church.html   ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “Get Out of Your Head: Stopping the Spiral of Toxic Thoughts" by Jennie Allen “Untangle Your Emotions: Naming What You Feel and Knowing What to Do About It” by Jennie Allen IF:Gathering Check out Jennie's website Follow Jennie on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube

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 taught him about the calling of a pastor and the importance of focusing on the local church. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/502503-libin-abraham-gods-job-description-pastor.html ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “All It Takes Is a Goal: The 3-Step Plan to Ditch Regret and Tap Into Your Massive Potential" by Jon Acuff "Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking (Overcome Toxic Thought Patterns and Take Control of Your Mindset)" by Jon Acuff "Stuff Christians Like" by Jon Acuff Check out Jon's website Follow Jon on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter and YouTube

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 doing and how they can best disciple their people. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/502143-david-kinnaman-pastors-skill-set-preaching.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/    Bent Tree Bible Fellowship Follow Libin on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter

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 came to see it, not as an enemy, but as a gift. Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/501752-nona-jones-rejection-gift-god.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Faith for Exiles: 5 Ways for a New Generation to Follow Jesus in Digital Babylon” by David Kinnaman Barna Group State of the Church State of Pastors Summit RightNow Conference "Ex-Christians Aren't the Only Ones Deconstructing Faith" by Barna Group

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 taking away from ministry's personal side, administration supports and empowers pastoral care. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/501014-jody-dean-church-administration.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Gift of Rejection: Harness Your Pain To Propel Your Purpose” by Nona Jones Open Door Church Check out Nona's website Follow Nona on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

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 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. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500763-john-dickson-good-evil-church-history.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/  “Managing the Ministry: A Practical Guide to Church Administration” by Dr. Jody Dean New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Follow Jody on X/Twitter Practical Tools for Church Leaders Brotherhood Mutual Church Community Builder Church Form ChurchLeaders ChurchLaw&Tax Evernote Google Suite Planning Center The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast Todoist

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 week where, drawing on the work of Hannah Arendt, he explained the dangers of ideological movements within the church and shared how church leaders can resist being captivated by anything other than the gospel. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500594-mike-cosper-church-leaders-resist-banality-evil.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “Bullies and Saints: An Honest Look at the Good and Evil of Christian History” by Rev. Dr. John Dickson “A Doubter's Guide to World Religions: A Fair and Friendly Introduction to the History, Beliefs, and Practices of the Big Five” by Rev. Dr. John Dickson  Check out John's website Follow John on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter

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. Chris Adams joined us last week 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. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500253-chris-adams-pastors-helping-mental-health.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Church in Dark Times: Understanding and Resisting the Evil That Seduced the Evangelical Movement” by Mike Cosper "The Bulletin" on Christianity Today "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" on Christianity Today Check out Mike's website Follow Mike on Instagram and X/Twitter

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. Mark Matlock joined us last week 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. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/499840-mark-matlock-pastors-spiritually-curious.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Flourishing in Ministry Follow Flourishing in Ministry on Facebook and LinkedIn

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 Muehlhoff joined us last week to discuss the challenges of navigating disagreements in today's polarized culture, emphasizing the importance of empathy, truth, and building relationships. Check out our conversation with them here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/499474-sean-mcdowell-timothy-muehlhoff-church-leaders-cancel-culture.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “Faith for the Curious: How an Era of Spiritual Openness Shapes the Way We Live and Help Others Follow Jesus” by Mark Matlock Check out Mark's website Follow Mark on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter

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 joined us last week to explore the art of compelling Bible teaching. She emphasized the importance of a teacher's relationship with God and addressed the nuts and bolts of preparation, as well as the role of criticism in a teacher's journey. Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/498960-beth-moore-bible-teaching.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “End the Stalemate: Move Past Cancel Culture to Meaningful Conversations” by Dr. Sean McDowell and Dr. Timothy Muehlhoff EndTheStalemate.com Check out Sean's website Follow Sean on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, and YouTube Check out Tim's website Follow Tim on Facebook and X/Twitter

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 joined us last week 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 maintaining healthy boundaries. Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/498523-lysa-terkeurst-respond-trust-broken.html   ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Living Proof Ministries Living Proof Live RightNowPastors+ Follow Beth on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube

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 maintaining healthy boundaries. Dave Ferguson joined us last week to share how church leaders can go beyond holding evangelistic events and actually build a culture of outreach in their congregations. Check out our conversation with him here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dave-ferguson-the-key-steps-to-building-a/id988990685?i=1000671498041    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “I Want to Trust You, but I Don't: Moving Forward When You're Skeptical of Others, Afraid of What God Will Allow, and Doubtful of Your Own Discernment” by Lysa TerKeurst Check out Lysa's website Follow Lysa on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter

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 mission, vision and strategy–and the importance of not confusing them with one another.  Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/497425-eric-geiger-values-drive-behavior.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “BLESS: 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World" by Dave Ferguson and Jon Ferguson The BLESS app Community Christian Church RightNowPastorsPlus.org Check out Dave's website Follow Dave on Facebook, Instagram and X/Twitter

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, the importance of a theological vision for ministry, and leadership lessons from 1 Corinthians. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/496480-d-a-carson-tgc-theological-vision-ministry.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Mariners Church “Designed to Lead: The Church and Leadership Development” by Eric Geiger and Kevin Peck “Simple Church: Returning to God's Process for Making Disciples” by Eric Geiger and Thom Rainer RightNowPastorsPlus.org Check out Eric's website Follow Eric on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter

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 leaders who are not only influential but who also last in ministry. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/494181-crawford-loritts-church-leaders-ambushed-priority.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Cross and Christian Ministry: Leadership Lessons from 1 Corinthians” by Dr. D.A. Carson "Worship by the Book" by Rev. Mark Ashton, R. Kent Hughes, Dr. Timothy Keller, Ed. Dr. D.A. Carson The Gospel Coalition  

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 helping people battle suicide and how those in ministry can take action to be equipped for this fight. Check out our conversation with them here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/493644-kay-warren-glen-bloomstrom-church-leaders-suicide.html   ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Beyond Our Generation “Leadership as an Identity: The Four Traits of Those Who Wield Lasting Influence” by Dr. Crawford Loritts Follow Crawford on X/Twitter

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 what it means to follow Jesus on the narrow path and the dangers pastors face as they do so. https://churchleaders.com/podcast/492859-rich-villodas-pitfalls-pastors-narrow-path-jesus.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ LivingWorks Intervention Training options: LivingWorks Start - 90-minute fundamental suicide alertness online training LivingWorks safeTALK - four-hour in-person training on suicide alertness skills LivingWorks ASIST - two-day comprehensive intervention training that includes an intervention model and safety planning. This is the training that most crisis line workers are trained to use. LivingWorks Faith - five to six-hour comprehensive, competency-based suicide prevention program for clergy and faith leaders that includes training in prevention (understanding suicide in the context of faith, the role of faith leaders, how to encourage help seeking), intervention (using LivingWorks Start) and postvention (ministry after there has been suicide behaviors, covering actions immediately following a suicide, funerals and memorials and suicide grief). Other Resources PDF of Kay's diagram: Partnership in Mental Health Care Hope for Mental Health Initiative LivingWorks Education National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention Check out Kay's website Follow Kay on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, and YouTube

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 and be clear on biblical truths without directing their congregations on how to vote. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/492291-j-d-greear-pastors-remember-election-year.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Narrow Path: How the Subversive Way of Jesus Satisfies Our Souls” by Rich Villodas "The Deeply Formed Life: Five Transformative Values to Root Us in the Way of Jesus" by Rich Villodas Follow Rich on Instagram and X/Twitter

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-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Check out J.D.'s website Follow J.D. on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

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 accountability for church leaders, and her new movie, “The Forge.” Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/491149-priscilla-shirer-church-leaders-mentorship-accountability.html   ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “What Happens Next: A Traveler's Guide Through the End of This Age” by Max Lucado "In the Grip of Grace: Your Father Always Caught You. He Still Does." by Max Lucado "The United Church in a Divided World" by Max Lucado Oak Hills Church Check out Max's website Follow Max on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, X/Twitter, and YouTube

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 good leaders make during a crisis and how church leaders can be prepared to face a crisis when–not if–one comes. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/490731-tod-bolsinger-trying-harder-crisis.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “I Surrender All” by Priscilla Shirer “Radiant: His Light, Your Life” by Priscilla Shirer "The Forge" movie Follow Priscilla on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter  

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 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.” Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/490194-sam-allberry-avoid-unpreaching-gospel.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “How Not to Waste a Crisis: Quit Trying Harder” by Dr. Tod Bolsinger "Canoeing the Mountains: Christian Leadership in Uncharted Territory" by Dr. Tod Bolsinger Follow Tod on Facebook and X/Twitter

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.” Brad Hill joined us last week 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. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/489710-brad-hill-ed-stetzer-spiritually-open-google.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   "You're Not Crazy: Gospel Sanity for Weary Churches" by Sam Allberry and Ray Ortlund Check out Sam's website Follow Sam on Facebook and Instagram

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 him about doing ministry alongside people with disabilities and the steps church leaders can take to be supportive of that community. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/489319-benjamin-conner-church-leaders-people-with-disabilities.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ Gloo Follow Gloo on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X/Twitter  

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 last week 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. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/489021-justyn-terry-raise-up-future-leaders.html   ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Symposium on Disability in Ministry Center for Disability and Ministry at Western Theological Seminary

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 joined us last week 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. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/488475-justin-brierley-decline-new-atheism-church-leaders.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “The Five Phases of Leadership: An Overview for Christian Leaders" by Rev. Dr. Justyn Terry. Listeners who purchase Justyn's book by the end of August 2024 can receive a 30% discount and free international shipping. Purchase the book here and use the discount code CLP530 at checkout. Wycliffe Hall Follow Wycliffe Hall on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter and YouTube

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 can lead more effectively in a “post-everything” world and why their communities contain more than just the non-Christians and the Christians. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/487771-daniel-im-consumers-strategy-church.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God: Why New Atheism Grew Old and Secular Thinkers Are Considering Christianity Again” by Justin Brierley Check out Justin's website Follow Justin on Instagram and X/Twitter

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 their insights into how youth leaders can help teens cultivate a faith that lasts for their entire lives. Check out our conversation with them here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/487269-kara-powell-jen-bradbury-healthy-youth-ministry.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “The Discipleship Opportunity: Leading a Great-Commission Church in a Post-Everything World” by Daniel Im "No Silver Bullets: Five Small Shifts that will Transform Your Ministry" by Daniel Im Check out Daniel's website Follow Daniel on Facebook, Instagram and X/Twitter

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 him through his singleness and how pastors can encourage and minister to the single people in their congregations. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/486595-ryan-wekenman-single-pastors-thoughts-ministering-singles.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Faith Beyond Youth Group: Five Ways to Form Character and Cultivate Lifelong Discipleship” by Dr. Kara Powell, Jen Bradury and Brad Griffin Fuller Youth Institute Check out Kara's website Follow Kara on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter Check out Jen's website Follow Jen on Instagram X/Twitter

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 learned about the true nature of humility and how church leaders can avoid some common misconceptions about what a life of humility means. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/478857-dennis-edwards-misconceptions-pastors-humility.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “Single Today: Conquer Yesterday's Regrets, Ditch Tomorrow's Worries, and Thrive Right Where You Are" by Ryan Wekenman Red Rocks Austin Check out Ryan's website Follow Ryan on Instagram

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 how pastors can engage people in the area of gender identity with wisdom and compassion while holding to their convictions. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/478526-mark-yarhouse-pastors-address-gender-identity.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “Humility Illuminated: The Biblical Path Back to Christian Character” by Dr. Dennis Edwards North Park Seminary Check out Dennis' website Follow Dennis on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter

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 created the world with limits and how those limits, counterintuitively, lead to greater space and flourishing in our lives. Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/478119-ashley-hales-pastors-ignore-god-given-limits.html ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “Talking to Kids about Gender Identity: A Roadmap for Christian Compassion, Civility, and Conviction” by Dr. Mark Yarhouse "When Children Come Out: A Guide for Christian Parents" by Dr. Mark Yarhouse and Dr. Olya Zaporozhets  Check out Mark's website Follow Mark on X/Twitter

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-encompassing” victory we have in Christ and why that means we can live as overcomers in our present cultural moment. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/477611-matt-chandler-wake-up-cosmic-war.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “A Spacious Life: Trading Hustle and Hurry for the Goodness of Limits” by Dr. Ashley Hales "Finding Holy in the Suburbs: Living Faithfully in the Land of Too Much" by Dr. Ashley Hales Check out Ashley's website Follow Ashley on Instagram and X/Twitter

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 “attentive” church leadership, the qualities of an attentive church leader, and the consequences when pastors neglect an attentive posture. Check out our conversation with them here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/477210-kevin-ford-jim-singleton-church-leaders-attentive.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “The Overcomers: God's Vision for You to Thrive in an Age of Anxiety and Outrage” by Matt Chandler "The Explicit Gospel" by Matt Chandler Check out Matt's website Subscribe to Matt's newsletter Check out Matt's podcast Follow Matt on Instagram and X/Twitter  

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 us to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of service in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/476728-steve-robinson-create-culture-service-church.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Attentive Church Leadership: Listening and Leading in a World We've Never Known” by Kevin Ford and Jim Singleton Leighton Ford Ministries Check out Kevin's website Follow Kevin on Facebook and X/Twitter

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 leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships. She also discussed the “why” behind God's design for marriage and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship. Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/476286-rebecca-mclaughlin-christians-same-sex-relationships.html ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Serve: Loving Your Church with Your Heart, Time and Gifts” by Steve Robinson Follow Steve on Instagram and X/Twitter

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” Christianity has for friendship. Last week, David Ashcraft joined us 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. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/475607-david-ashcraft-surprising-emotions-senior-pastor.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? Examining 10 Claims about Scripture and Sexuality” by Rebecca McLaughlin "No Greater Love: A Biblical Vision for Friendship" by Rebecca McLaughlin Check out Rebecca's website Follow Rebecca on Facebook, Instagram and X/Twitter

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 us to talk about key lessons he's learned about being a local church pastor, including the need for pastors to have pastors, the importance of integrity, and how to execute a mission and a vision. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/474996-john-jenkins-pastor-should-have-pastor.html ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ Check out the Global Leadership Network Follow the Global Leadership Network on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X/Twitter and YouTube The Advantage LCBC Church

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 joined us to talk about how pastors and church members can share their faith boldly, strategically, and without fear. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/474182-andy-bannister-pastors-churches-undercover-christians.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ First Baptist Church of Glenarden “Grace to Grow: Creating a Healthy Church in Unhealthy Times” by John Jenkins Check out John Jenkins' website Follow John Jenkins on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, and YouTube

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 health care and the enormous impact the church and clinicians can have if they are willing to collaborate with one another. Check out our conversation with them here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/473601-jim-heather-sells-churches-mental-health-crisis.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Solas Centre for Public Christianity “How to Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like An Idiot: A Panic-Free Guide to Having Natural Conversations about Your Faith” by Dr. Andy Bannister "Do Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God?" by Dr. Andy Bannister Check out Andy's website Follow Andy on Facebook, Instagram and X/Twitter

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 joined us to discuss the ECFA's new leadership standard and how church boards can help provide pastors greater care and accountability. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/472857-michael-martin-church-boards-pastors-healthy.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Beyond the Clinical Hour: How Counselors Can Partner with the Church to Address the Mental Health Crisis” by Jim Sells, Heather Sells, and Amy Trout Follow Jim on and X/Twitter Follow Heather on X/Twitter

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 important ways that leadership has changed and to offer practical steps church leaders can take to develop teams that will be truly resilient. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/472044-leonce-crump-jr-develop-resilient-teams.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability ECFA.org/leadershipstandard Follow ECFA on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, and YouTube

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” like love, justice, joy, and beauty to break into our lives and draw us to himself. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/470939-os-guinness-signals-transcendence-seek-lord.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Resilience Factor: A Step-by-Step Guide to Catalyze an Unbreakable Team” by Léonce B. Crump Jr., Ryan T. Hartwig and Warren Bird  Check out Léonce's website Follow Léonce on Instagram and X/Twitter

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 to help guard against the misuse of power in ministry and encouraging pastors to persevere in doing good. Check out the second part of our conversation with them here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/469972-kyle-strobel-jamin-goggin-part-2-gods-vision-power.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “Signals of Transcendence: Listening to the Promptings of Life” by Dr. Os Guinness "The Great Quest: Invitation to an Examined Life and a Sure Path to Meaning" by Dr. Os Guinness Check out Os' website Follow Os on X/Twitter

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 his way to power and why all ministry leaders must wrestle with what their view of power actually is. Check out the first part of our conversation with them here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/469144-kyle-strobel-jamin-goggin-part-1-churchs-problem-power.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Way of the Dragon or the Way of the Lamb: Searching for Jesus' Path of Power in a Church That Has Abandoned It” by Dr. Kyle Strobel and Dr. Jamin Goggin Biola University Center for Christian Formation Mission Hills Church Talbot School of Theology  Follow Jamin on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter Follow Kyle on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter

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 joined us 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. Check out our conversation with her here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/468289-pushpay-ceo-molly-matthews-state-church-tech.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Way of the Dragon or the Way of the Lamb: Searching for Jesus' Path of Power in a Church That Has Abandoned It” by Dr. Kyle Strobel and Dr. Jamin Goggin Biola University Center for Christian Formation Mission Hills Church Talbot School of Theology  Follow Jamin on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter Follow Kyle on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter

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 share what he learned about engaging people in secular spaces as a result of his church planting experiences in Hollywood and London. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/467485-tim-chaddick-church-planting-hollywood-london.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Pushpay "State of Church Technology" report from Pushpay LEAD App Follow Pushpay on Facebook, Instagram and X/Twitter

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 should only pursue the costly, beautiful vocation of leading a multiethnic church if God has specifically called them to do so. Check out our conversation with them here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/466882-jamaal-williams-timothy-paul-jones-multiethnic-church-complicated.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Reality Ventura Reality LA Reality London "Better: How Jesus Satisfies the Search for Meaning" by Tim Chaddick "The Truth about Lies: The Unlikely Role of Temptation in Who You Will Become" by Tim Chaddick Check out Tim's website Follow Tim on Instagram and X/Twitter

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 Acuff joined us to explain why church leaders should wholeheartedly pursue their potential and how they can do so in a way that honors God. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/466196-jon-acuff-success-without-destroying-church.html ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “In Church As It Is in Heaven: Cultivating a Multiethnic Kingdom Culture” by Dr. Jamaal Williams and Dr. Timothy Paul Jones Sojourn Church Midtown Follow Jamaal Williams on X/Twitter Follow Timothy Paul Jones on Facebook and X/Twitter