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As we celebrate 25 years of God's faithfulness to us at Highpoint, we look back with gratefulness to see how God has worked in us and through us. In today's message, Dr. Ed Stetzer reminds us that God started, sustains, and secures His church. This message was originally preached at Highpoint Church on Sunday, February 23, 2025 Message title: Building a Church God's Way Passage: Philippians 1:6 For more info about Highpoint Church, or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://highpoint.church. Connect with Dr. Stetzer on X and Instagram @edstetzer, or find more resources at https://edstetzer.com
The law enforcement profession has enjoyed a partnership with Special Olympics for many years. In this episode of the Wausau PD Podcast, Lieutenant Nate Stetzer and Officer Nick Stetzer (yes, they are twins) sit down to talk about their involvement with Special Olympics of Wisconsin and how that relationship has changed their lives. Special Olympics was founded in 1968 with the mission, “…to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.” The Wausau Police Department is honored to support Special Olympics of Wisconsin. If you would like to learn more about how to get involved in this great cause visit https://www.specialolympics.org/get-involved?locale=en. To support Lt. Stetzer as he represents Wisconsin on an international level at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy, go to https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/FinalLeg/NateStetzer
Ask the Pastor is continuing our Gospel & Politics series. This week features a conversation between Pastor J.D. Greear and Dr. Ed Stetzer. Stetzer is a leading thinker in his field and has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches; trained pastors and church planters on six continents; earned two master's degrees and two doctorates.
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
The world is changing, and with it is the landscape of global mission. In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Ed Stetzer, a seasoned missiologist and current Dean of the Talbot School of Theology, dives deep into the complexities of global mission. Drawing from his extensive experience in church planting, cultural engagement, and theological education, Ed offers valuable lessons for leaders and practitioners in global missions today. Main Points: Cultural Engagement and Missiology: Exploring the intersection of culture and mission today. Shifts in Church Culture: Analyzing the challenges and cultural shifts within the Church and what they mean for its future. The U.S. Church and Global Christianity: Discussing the role of the U.S. Church in the broader context of global Christianity. Challenges and Opportunities in Global Missions: Identifying the current challenges in global missions and the opportunities that arise from them. The Role of Local Churches in Global Missions: Highlighting how local churches can effectively participate in global mission efforts. Partnerships in Missions: The importance of collaboration and partnerships in advancing global missions. Advice for Young Missionaries: Practical advice for the next generation of missionaries. After listening to this insightful episode, subscribe to our podcast for more discussions on global mission. Don't forget to leave a review and share this episode with others in your network who are passionate about mission work. Links & Resources: edstetzer.com Biolas Talbot School of Theology: https://www.biola.edu/talbot Guest Bio: Ed Stetzer, Ph.D., is the Dean and Professor of Leadership and Christian Ministry at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. He also serves as Distinguish Visiting Scholar at Wycliffe Hall at Oxford University, where he teaches twice a year. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches; trained pastors and church planters on six continents; earned two master's degrees and two doctorates; and he has written hundreds of articles and a dozen books. He is Regional Director for Lausanne North America, is the Editor-in-Chief of Outreach Magazine, and regularly writes for news outlets such as USA Today and CNN. His national radio show, Ed Stetzer Live, airs Saturdays on Moody Radio and affiliates. Stetzer serves his local church, Mariners Church, as Scholar in Residence & Teaching Pastor. We'd love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!
We are joined by Dr. Rebecca Stetzer, a geriatrician from The Alzheimer's Center at Albany Medical Center. Ray Graf hosts.
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Erin Stetzer, Founder and Director of Erin Stetzer Homes to discuss her background; transition from athlete to construction; starting her own business; what she learned through her business; convincing clients to hire contractors without previous experience; Erin's business operations; social media presence; and more. https://www.erinstetzerhomes.com This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Canvas • Enscape • Autodesk • Programa • Graphisoft SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders. • Project Companion: Informative talks for clients. • Fellow Designer: Tips for designers. • After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. • Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
Step into the captivating world of faith and advertising with Talbot Dean Ed Stetzer in this Think Biblically podcast episode. Explore the groundbreaking "He Gets Us" campaign, a visionary effort by Christian business leaders and marketing experts to reshape contemporary views of Jesus, fostering curiosity and dialogue among skeptics and believers alike. Stetzer delves into the campaign's strategic approach to reach a broader audience, its significant impact on engagement with the Bible and church communities, and addresses the criticism it faces. Additionally, Ed provides details on a companion book to the campaign. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone fascinated by the innovative intersection of faith, culture, and marketing, offering deep reflections on making Jesus' message resonate in today's world.Read a transcript of this episode at https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/he-gets-us-at-the-super-bowl. ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.
Stetzer studies culture, knows most of the players in evangelicalism, especially in North America and has his finger on the pulse of its current state. The post Episode 173 The State of Evangelicalism USA with Ed Stetzer first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
Stetzer studies culture, knows most of the players in evangelicalism, especially in North America and has his finger on the pulse of its current state. The post Episode 173 The State of Evangelicalism USA with Ed Stetzer first appeared on Lanier Theological Library and Learning Center.
Biblical-Literacy 11-12-23 Mark diverted teaching from Genesis to interview Dr. Ed Stetzer,an evangelical scholar, author, missiologist, and Dean of Talbot School of Theology at Biola University in La Mirada, California. Dr. Stetzer also hosts a radio show and weekly podcast.Mark posed various questions that began with the highlights of Dr. Stetzer's life. Through God's leading, Dr. Stetzer shared his personal life and his prayerful following of God through various means of planting churches and training others how to do the same.Listen to Mark and Dr. Stetzer discuss how to engage the world around us positively for Christ, build bridges within our culture while staying on mission for God's glory.
Just as summer is a time for refreshment, the Psalms give us refreshment for our souls. Dr. Ed Stetzer unpacks Psalm 27 and shares the importance of cultivating a singular focus on God amidst life's distractions, revealing how this devotion can profoundly shape our relationship with Him and ignite meaningful growth. This message was originally preached at Highpoint Church on Sunday, July 9, 2023 Message title: One Thing Helps Us Stay Strong and Finish Well Passage: Psalm 27 For more info about Highpoint Church, or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://highpoint.church. Connect with Dr. Stetzer on Twitter and Instagram @edstetzer, or find more resources at https://edstetzer.com
Why does the church reflect the polarization of the culture at large? What is the future of Christian higher education? Why is formal theological education sometimes seen as irrelevant by the church? Sean and Scott will answer these questions and more with our guest, new Talbot dean Dr. Ed Stetzer.Dr. Ed Stetzer is the new dean of Talbot School of Theology, starting in July, 2023. Dr. Stetzer hosts a weekly radio program, Ed Stetzer Live, the Church Leaders Podcast, speaks widely on areas of Christian mission and contemporary culture, is the Scholar in Residence at Mariner Church, Irvine, California and is the author of numerous books, including his most recent, Christians in an Age of Outrage. He has a background as a church planter and holds a Doctorate in Missiology from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.This episode is also available as a video on Biola's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/K_QScu4qNu8Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2023/do-christian-universities-still-matter ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.
Lindsay and Emily are sisters that both have OCD. Being two totally different people, they have had their own personal experiences with OCD and different means of tackling it. Though, this doesn't stop them from helping each other and anyone with their mental health. Their pursuit for a reminder of all their learnings from the therapy they had engaged in brought them to the creation of Presently, a brand of braecelets with affirmations and reminders rooted in the cognitive-behavorial approach engraved on them. These are therapy-inspired quotations that counter toxic positivity, which are words of affirmation that might be more destructive than helpful. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Different kinds of OCD and therapy ◾️ Making mental health a more manageable part of everyday life ◾️ Toxic positivity Find Lindsay and Emily here: @presentlybracelets presentlybracelets.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck
ABOUT ERIN STETZER:President of Stetzer Builders Inc.Erin Stetzer is the President of Stetzer Builders Inc, a Houston-based construction company that aims to be the most service-driven builder in the industry. Erin is a highly skilled and experienced professional who has spent her entire career in the construction industry. She has a passion for creating superior products and providing a superior client experience. Erin is a mom, and she shares her experiences on her YouTube channel with the hashtag #MomTruths. She talks not just about being a mom, but also about being a woman in the construction industry. Erin believes that it's important to share her experiences and insights to help other women who may be considering a career in construction. Erin is a strong believer in the power of teamwork and collaboration. She knows that success in the construction industry requires a team effort, and she works closely with her team to ensure that every project is completed to the highest standards. Her dedication to her work and her clients is evident in everything she does. In her free time, Erin enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She loves exploring new things and sharing it. Overall, Erin Stetzer is a dynamic and accomplished professional who is making a significant impact in the construction industry. Her commitment to excellence and her dedication to her clients make her a true leader.CONNECT WITH ERIN:• Website: https://www.stetzerbuilders.com/about• Instagram: https://instagram.com/stetzerbuilders?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-stetzer-1a54975WAYS TO CONNECT WITH STEFANIE…• Website: https://shebuildshomes.com• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shebuildsbetter• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shebuilds.homes• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/shebuildsshow
Dr. Ed Stetzer teaches how Jesus' resurrection story is an invitation for us to find new life as well. For more info about Highpoint Church, or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://highpoint.church. This message was originally preached at Highpoint Church on Sunday, May 28, 2023. Message title: The Cross, the Grave, and the Resurrected Life Passage: Romans 5-6 Connect with Dr. Stetzer on Twitter and Instagram @edstetzer, or find more resources at https://edstetzer.com
The resurrection of Jesus changed history. But what if the resurrection isn't a historical fact? In today's message, Dr. Ed Stetzer turns to 1 Corinthians 15 and shares three witnesses that confirm the resurrection of Jesus. This message was originally preached at Highpoint Church on Sunday, April 30, 2023. Message title: Jesus and the 500 Passage: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Series: Resurrection Stories Connect with Dr. Stetzer on Twitter and Instagram @edstetzer, or find more resources at https://edstetzer.com For more info about Highpoint Church, or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://highpoint.church.
CFTROU 0164: Engaging Neighbors as the Neighborhood Church with Dr. Ed Stetzer Neighborhood churches can be an outpost to the neighborhood, through geographical proximity, investment in a group of people, and being intentional neighbors. Our guest today is Dr. Ed Stetzer, a friend, author, speaker, professor, dean, and executive director of the Billy Graham Center at Wheaton College. Join us in our conversation with Dr. Stetzer on engaging with your neighborhood as we continue with our series about the importance of the neighborhood church. We dive into how the church can posture itself as an outpost in the local neighborhood through an intervening action to engage neighbors, how the cocooning cultural system is working to keep us from engaging, and we discuss why living counter-culturally is a key part of church life. We also touch on the concept of incarnational ministry and what it meansto be a true gospel witness. For all this, and much more, don't miss out on today's episode of Church for the Rest of Us! Key Points From This Episode: • More about Dr. Stetzer and what he is involved in currently.• How the term and concept of the neighborhood church grabs Dr. Stetzer.• How the church could potentially posture itself as an outpost to the neighborhood.• The intervening action that can help [church] members engage with neighborhoods.• Dr. Stetzer shares his strategy for engaging with your neighborhood.• How the current cultural system is built to keep us away from engaging with our neighbors.• We discuss the idea of what we missed when we stopped being a neighborhood church.• Why we should be living counter-culturally as a church.• Incarnational ministry: why we should be raising the question why?• Being true Gospel witnesses. CFTROU 0164: The Power of the Neighborhood Church Series: Engaging Neighbors as the Neighborhood Church with Dr. Ed StetzerClick To TweetCFTROU 0164: The Power of the Neighborhood Church Series: Engaging Neighbors as the Neighborhood Church with Dr. Ed StetzerClick To TweetCFTROU 0164: The Power of the Neighborhood Church Series: Engaging Neighbors as the Neighborhood Church with Dr. Ed StetzerClick To Tweet Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Dr. Ed Stetzer on LinkedIn Dr. Ed Stetzer on Twitter Dr. Ed Stetzer Personal Website The Art Of Neighboring James Davison Hunter He Gets Us Campaign Jimmy on Twitter Leslee on Twitter Family Church Network Family Church on Facebook Family Church on Instagram Church for the Rest of Us on Twitter Get podcast updates delivered to your inbox. Subscribe for free and never miss out on an episode of Church for the Rest of Us. Subscribe via Email iTunes Google Play Stitcher RSS If you like us, rate us or leave a comment below. Hopefully, this episode has given you principles, strategies, and ideas that you can implement right now with the resources you have. If so, can you let others know? The best way to do that is to rate the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a brief positive review! This will help us place the podcast in front of more pastors and ministry leaders. It also lets us learn from you. Thank you for taking the time to get the word out about Church for the Rest of Us.
Dr. Stetzer is a Maternal Fetal Medicine Doctor that works with a lot of women who want to achieve a VBAC. Dr. Stetzer completed a residency at Michigan State University, Bi-County Community Hospital, and Henry Ford Hospital. He currently practices at MetroHealth. Today we talk about how he works with patients to achieve a VBAC in the hospital he works with. VBAC Resources: ICAN: https://www.ican-online.org/ Find me: www.fruitofthewombirth.com My Childbirth Classes Five things to know before you VBAC- Episode 5 The best time to start preparing for a better birth is during pregnancy! I've curated a checklist to help you prepare for the fear-free, in-control, informed delivery you're looking for! We've also included things like when to start planning for your baby shower when to start buying baby items, and divided everything by trimester! Get The Checklist You can also take my quiz on how to avoid a c-section and get tips on how you can avoid getting an unnecessary c- section. Just head to my website and click the banner. Instagram Website --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebirthrebel/support
The Ferment Podcast - Conversations About Worship And Transformation
In this special repost of The Ferment, Eleanor shares her origin story and the power of a praying roommate. She also talks about her husband's first interactions with John Wimber and their earliest days with the Vineyard movement, the profound impact of worship in their life and ministry, and their life more recently as international coordinators within Vineyard Global. Eleanor speaks about unity, equipping international leaders to care for their people and communities, and shares an encouraging word about staying close to the Lord during this hard season. Eleanor Mumford and her husband John play a significant leadership role within the Vineyard family of churches, both in the UK and overseas. They worked for two years with John Wimber at the Anaheim Vineyard in California before starting the SW London Vineyard in 1987. They handed over the leadership of that church in 2008 and served as National Directors in the UK and Ireland until 2015. They now focus on the continued development and momentum of the international Vineyard family. Eleanor and John have two grown sons, two beautiful daughters-in-law and 4 grandchildren. Show notes: Vineyard Global: https://vineyard.org
We are joined by Dr. Rebecca Stetzer of Albany Med. Dr. Stetzer is a geriatrician who cares for patients aged 75 years and older at Albany Med's Internal Medicine Group. She specializes in treating patients who suffer from geriatric syndromes related to aging, including frequent falls, cognitive and memory problems, incontinence and vertigo. Call with your question. 800-348-2551. Ray Graf hosts.
An open letter is written with the intent to bring attention to a specific issue and be read by a wide audience. The 7 open letters written in the book of Revelation are a plea for churches to change their attitudes and actions; and these letters aren't just written to the 7 churches in their day, but they contain instructions for us as well. This week, we're looking at a letter that warns us against becoming a Corrupt Church. This message was originally preached at Highpoint Church on Sunday, October 2, 2022. Message title: Dear Corrupt Church Passage: Revelation 2:18-29 Series: Open Letters Connect with Dr. Stetzer on Twitter and Instagram @edstetzer, or find more resources at https://edstetzer.com For more info about Highpoint Church, or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://highpoint.church.
At our training events, you never know who might just pop in for a surprise visit! Our guest on the show this week is Dr. Ed Stetzer, one of the best people around who can explain to us the cultural moment that we are in, and why verse by verse expository preaching might be particularly useful in the age and stage that we find ourselves. Not only because of the current cultural moment, Dr Stetzer also believes that the nature of Biblical inerrancy nearly demands that the Bible be taught expositionally. Dr Ed Stetzer,, is a professor and dean at Wheaton College where he also serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. He has planted and revitalized churches , trained pastors and church planters on six continents, has earned two master's degrees and two doctorates, and has written hundreds of articles and a dozen books. He is Regional Director for Lausanne North America movement and is frequently cited in, interviewed by, and writes for news outlets such as USAToday and CNN. He is the Founding Editor of The Gospel Project, a curriculum used by more than 1.7 million individuals each week for bible study. His national radio show, Ed Stetzer Live, airs Saturdays on Moody Radio and affiliates.Recommended Episodes The Value and Power of Expository Preaching - David Guzik : https://www.expositorscollective.com/podcast/2021/10/19/value-and-power-of-expository-preaching-david-guzik Pastoral Preaching, Brevity and John Chrysostom - Gerald Bray: https://www.expositorscollective.com/podcast/2021/11/30/pastoral-preaching-brevity-and-john-chrysostom-gerald-brayPreach the Word, Don't Work the Crowd - Chris Thomas : https://www.expositorscollective.com/podcast/2021/6/15/preach-the-word-dont-work-the-crowd-chris-thomas Our next in-person Training Weekend for men and women of all ages will be in Boise, Idaho on October 14-15, 2022 at Calvary Boise. In this interactive seminar, attendees will meet in groups and build ongoing relationships. Register at https://www.expositorscollective.com/ Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollectiveThe Expositors Collective podcast is part of the GoodLion podcast network, for more thought provoking Christian podcasts visit https://goodlion.io
This week I had a very interesting chat with Justin Frandson on how EMFs are effecting our current and future health, our brains, our childrens health, and how we can protect ourselves. We also touched on some controversial topics, that I think will be interesting to you too! Justin is a well respected Athleticism performance coach and founder of EMF rocks. He has been in the health industry for over three decades now, and we hope you enjoy this conversation. You can find out more about EMF Rocks here; https://emfrocks.com/products/deep-sl... And Justins Athleticism work here; https://athleticism.com/ The Stetzer meter that was mentioned in the conversation here; https://www.stetzerelectric.com/
Every day we are making decisions that require significant wisdom that affect our present and future. The challenge of distinguishing what is truly right with just our own understanding and experience can result in foolish choices and impulsive decisions. How do we gain godly wisdom? This summer we turn to the book of Proverbs as we pursue together absolute wisdom found in the person of God and apply this wisdom to our daily lives. This message was originally preached at Highpoint Church on Sunday, July 17, 2022. Message title: The Wise Use Wealth For Good Passage: Selected Proverbs Series: Summer of Wisdom Connect with Dr. Stetzer on Twitter and Instagram @edstetzer, or find more resources at https://edstetzer.com For more info about Highpoint Church, or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://highpoint.church.
Today I'm chatting with Randle Stetzer. We go talk about how he got started with his grandfather's kit, meeting Bill McMillan as a kid, working in Streamborn, duck hunting and dogs, lake fishing, giving back to the fish, rods, more rods, and also a little bit about rods.
Every day we are making decisions that require significant wisdom that affect our present and future. The challenge of distinguishing what is truly right with just our own understanding and experience can result in foolish choices and impulsive decisions. How do we gain godly wisdom? This summer we turn to the book of Proverbs as we pursue together absolute wisdom found in the person of God and apply this wisdom to our daily lives. This message was originally preached at Highpoint Church on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Message title: The Wise Hate What God Hates Passage: Proverbs 6:16-19 Series: Summer of Wisdom Connect with Dr. Stetzer on Twitter and Instagram @edstetzer, or find more resources at https://edstetzer.com For more info about Highpoint Church, or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://highpoint.church.
Ed Stetzer has regrets about how he handled COVID, but not enough regret to apologize to John MacArthur or repent of his unbiblical and unmanly response to the pandemic. WPC Vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbO1L7WwnkQ My Vid on Stetzer and Collins: https://youtu.be/rWr1ok044eY Subscribe to my podcast at https://anchor.fm/jason-modar Subscribe to my substack at https://jasonmodar.substack.com/ Twitter @jasonmodar --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Welcome to The Walk-on Mentality Podcast where we interview CEOs, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, endurance athletes, and other professionals who embody and represent the walk-on mentality, and talk about how the experience of working hard with no expectations, and overcoming all obstacles in your path translate to the real world. On this week's episode of The Walk-on Mentality Podcast we get a chance to talk with Valerie Stetzer. Valerie faced a ton of adversity throughout her walk-on journey, but she never wavered in knowing her self worth, and refusing to settle for her circumstances. Tune in to hear how those things served her in her athletics career and continue to serve her today. Follow for updates: Instagram: @thewalkonmentalityconsulting @jmitchdoee
We are joined by Dr. Rebecca Stetzer of Albany Med. Dr. Stetzer is a geriatrician who cares for patients aged 75 years and older at Albany Med's Internal Medicine Group. She specializes in treating patients who suffer from geriatric syndromes related to aging, including frequent falls, cognitive and memory problems, incontinence and vertigo. Call with your question. 800-348-2551. Ray Graf hosts.
As Christians, Jesus calls us to be salt and light in a rotten and darkened world. Many Christians, however, are known for being things other than salt and light — even though that's a primary identity that Jesus ascribes to Christians. In today's message, Dr. Ed Stetzer teaches about what we want to be known for. This message was originally preached at Highpoint Church on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Message title: What Do I Want To Be Known For? Passage: Matthew 5:13-16 Series: Recalibrated Reliance Connect with Dr. Stetzer on Twitter and Instagram @edstetzer, or find more resources at https://edstetzer.com For more info about Highpoint Church, or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://highpoint.church.
The Ferment Podcast - Conversations About Worship And Transformation
In the fourth episode of the Pastoring Worship series, Adam talks with worship pastor and spiritual director Justin Law. Justin shares about surrendering music and worship before being called back into it, how his interest in spiritual direction developed, and some practical tools he employs in caring for his worship team and intentionally developing them both relationally and musically. Justin and Adam trade some personal stories relating to spiritual direction growth, and Justin lays out what one might expect when engaging in spiritual direction. Justin Law has a B.A. in Psychology from Hamline University and a Masters of Ministry from St. Stephen's University. He became worship pastor at River Heights Vineyard in Minnesota in 2001 and currently leads in the areas of worship arts, prayer, and spiritual formation/discipleship. He received his certification as a Spiritual Director in 2015. In addition to writing and recording worship music, he leads a music collective called The Law Collective and performs as a solo singer/songwriter and as a member of indie rock band The River High. Justin gets excited when people connect with the love and presence of God, when Minnesota sports teams win, and when there's great coffee. He's grateful to his parents for investing in his life, planting the first Vineyard in Minnesota, and allowing him to get that KISS album at the age of four. Show Notes: The Ferment 12/16/18 Justin Law - Singer-Songwriter, Pastor, Spiritual Director https://bit.ly/36zh7F4 Socials: Instagram @thefermentpodcast Twitter @fermentcast TikTok @vineyardworship
So… what's the plan? That can be one of the most disheartening questions to hear, when you're not sure what the answer is. The good news is that God has a plan. Dr. Ed Stetzer shares how the God's plan gives us the hope of a blessed future. This message was originally preached at Highpoint Church on Sunday, March 20, 2022. Message title: The Hope of a Blessed Future Passage: Jeremiah 29:11-13 Series: Life Verses Connect with Dr. Stetzer on Twitter or Instagram @edstetzer and find more resources at https://edstetzer.com For more info about Highpoint Church, or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://highpoint.church.
First things first, I wanted to apologize for my two-week hiatus from posting episodes for Solace and the City. I discuss the reasons for my absence in the intro, but ultimately I can only attribute this to the difficulties of balancing a full-time job with a self-run podcast! Nevertheless, I am back with an incredible episode featuring the co-founders of Presently, Emily and Lindsay Stetzer. In this episode, I speak with Emily and Lindsay about their history dealing with OCD and how the obsessions and compulsions that they each battle differ. As someone who also suffers with OCD, I am able to share my personal experience and how it impacted my childhood and young adult life. Emily and Lindsay certainly turned lemons into lemonade by creating a jewelry company that pulls from lessons they learned from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT. You can check out their beautiful creations on https://www.thinkpresently.com/ and follow them on Instagram @thinkpresently. Finally, I mention a YouTube video towards the end of the episode that had a major impact on my own personal growth. If you are up for a cry session, check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnKZ4pdSU-s --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/zoescurletis/support
Last week we discussed the hypocrisy of Cultural Christianity. This time we delve into society's current boogeyman of choice Christian Nationalism. Whether it is a true threat to our culture or not depends mostly on your politics. Either way it has true ramifications for the Kingdom of God and the Body of Christ, his Church. I will spend time discussing the rights we were guaranteed by God and whether a corrupt culture can guarantee us anything. Tune in, find out, Rise Up! #prayingforUkraine References Barna Study on Biblical Worldview among Christians Changes in Worldview Among Christians over the Past 13 Years - Barna Group Cultural Christians; website, Cultural Christians Harrison, Darrell B., and Virgil Wlaker Just Thinking Podcast, “The Church and Culture” Just Thinking Podcast (google.com) Howard, Kathy, “4 Reasons Christians Compromise with the Culture”, kathyhoward.org, 4 Reasons Christians Compromise with the Culture - Kathy Howard Lovelace, Berkeley, CNBC, “CDC study finds about 78% of people hospitalized for Covid were overweight or obese” Covid: CDC study finds about 78% of people hospitalized were overweight or obese (cnbc.com) Shepherd, Josh, “Survey Finds Only 9% of Self-Identified Christians Hold to Biblical Worldview” Survey Finds Only 9% of Self-Identified Christians Hold to Biblical Worldview (julieroys.com) Stetzer, Ed, “Christianity Isn't Dying, Cultural Christianity Is” crosswalk.com, Christianity Isn't Dying, Cultural Christianity Is (crosswalk.com) Stuckey, Allie Beth, Relatable, “How Tim Keller and Russel Moore became mouthpieces for masks and Vaccines.” Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey - Ep 560 | How Tim Keller & Russell Moore Became Mouthpieces for Masks & Vaccines | Guest: Megan Basham (google.com) The Free Dictionary.com “General Welfare” General Welfare legal definition of General Welfare (thefreedictionary.com) Nationalism Hitler's Rise to Power: A Timeline (thoughtco.com) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-kowalski/message
Cultural Christianity and Christian Nationalism are two ends of the Christian Spectrum. One ideology caves to the whims of the world while the other puts worldly concerns above the eternal salvation of the Gospel of Christ. In this first of two podcasts, I discuss Cultural Christianity. I define it, explain its motives, and delve into whether it is replacing Biblical Christianity. How should a true Christian be salt and light in a world demanding sugar and shadow? References Cultural Christians; website, Cultural Christians Harrison, Darrell B., and Virgil Wlaker Just Thinking Podcast, “The Church and Culture” Just Thinking Podcast (google.com) Howard, Kathy, “4 Reasons Christians Compromise with the Culture”, kathyhoward.org, 4 Reasons Christians Compromise with the Culture - Kathy Howard Lovelace, Berkeley, CNBC, “CDC study finds about 78% of people hospitalized for Covid were overweight or obese” Covid: CDC study finds about 78% of people hospitalized were overweight or obese (cnbc.com) Shepherd, Josh, “Survey Finds Only 9% of Self-Identified Christians Hold to Biblical Worldview” Survey Finds Only 9% of Self-Identified Christians Hold to Biblical Worldview (julieroys.com) Stetzer, Ed, “Christianity Isn't Dying, Cultural Christianity Is” crosswalk.com, Christianity Isn't Dying, Cultural Christianity Is (crosswalk.com) Stuckey, Allie Beth, Relatable, “How Tim Keller and Russel Moore became mouthpieces for masks and Vaccines.” Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey - Ep 560 | How Tim Keller & Russell Moore Became Mouthpieces for Masks & Vaccines | Guest: Megan Basham (google.com) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/john-kowalski/message
Preached on 11/21/2021 by Dr. Ed Stetzer, at Hunter College, NYCScripture reference: Matthew 6:16–24Dr. Stetzer is a professor and dean at Wheaton College and serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Dr. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, trained pastors and church planters globally.Calvary Baptist Church gathers weekly online at live.cbcnyc.org and in-person at Hunter College, New York City. Full details at www.cbcnyc.org
Preached on 11/07/2021 by Dr. Ed Stetzer, at Hunter College, NYCScripture reference: Matthew 6:12, 14–15Dr. Stetzer is a professor and dean at Wheaton College and serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Dr. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, trained pastors and church planters globally.Calvary Baptist Church gathers weekly online at live.cbcnyc.org and in-person at Hunter College, New York City. Full details at www.cbcnyc.org
Preached on 10/24/2021 by Dr. Ed Stetzer, at Hunter College, NYCScripture reference: Matthew 6:10Dr. Stetzer is a professor and dean at Wheaton College and serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Dr. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, trained pastors and church planters globally.Calvary Baptist Church gathers weekly online at live.cbcnyc.org and in-person at Hunter College, New York City. Full details at www.cbcnyc.org
Preached on 10/03/2021 by Dr. Ed Stetzer, at Hunter College, NYCScripture reference: Matthew 5:38-42Dr. Stetzer is a professor and dean at Wheaton College and serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Dr. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, trained pastors and church planters globally.Calvary Baptist Church gathers weekly online at live.cbcnyc.org and in-person at Hunter College, New York City. Full details at www.cbcnyc.org
Preached on 09/19/2021 by Dr. Ed Stetzer, at Hunter College, NYCScripture reference: Matthew 6:1-4Dr. Stetzer is a professor and dean at Wheaton College and serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Dr. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, trained pastors and church planters globally.Calvary Baptist Church gathers weekly online at live.cbcnyc.org and in-person at Hunter College, New York City. Full details at www.cbcnyc.org
Preached on 09/05/2021 by Dr. Ed Stetzer, at Hunter College, NYCScripture reference: Matthew 5:38-42Dr. Stetzer is a professor and dean at Wheaton College and serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Dr. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, trained pastors and church planters globally.Calvary Baptist Church gathers weekly online at live.cbcnyc.org and in-person at Hunter College, New York City. Full details at www.cbcnyc.org
This week's guests are sister duo Emily & Lindsay Stetzer. Emily & Lindsay are two sisters living with obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety. Through years of sharing one anxiety-ridden saga after another, they have come to learn that their OCD, as well as other mental health disorders, come in many different ‘flavors.' Though their fears and thought processes may differ, it's amazing that they can use the same mindfulness techniques to help cope with anxiety. Whether you've been formally diagnosed with an anxiety disorder or simply feel overwhelmed by this crazy world we live in, there are many simple ways to lessen the hold that anxiety has on your decision-making. We are talking about it all in this episode. In this episode: Lessons learned from therapy that can help anyone, even if you don't have a mental health disorder. Stigma around OCD and misuse of the phrase “I'm so OCD.” Subtypes of OCD that most people don't know about Cognitive-behavioral therapy Toxic positivity Follow us! Jen's IG: @jen_laurenn ( https://www.instagram.com/jen_laurenn/ ) Jen's YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/jenlauren Think Presently IG: @thinkpresently ( https://www.instagram.com/thinkpresently/ ) Dare to Self Care Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daretoselfcarepod/ Discount Codes: Sakara: https://bit.ly/2UPwvrd (20% DISCOUNT CODE: XOJENLAUREN) Hilma: https://bit.ly/3kLcoEO (Use code JENLAUREN20 for 20% off) Daily Harvest: https://bit.ly/3BlJUrs (UP TO $40 OFF CODE: JENLAUREN) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jen-lauren/support
What do you do when you're around the dinner table or visiting family over the holidays and hear someone share misinformation? How do you have productive conversations and truthful exchanges that bring people together? From fake narratives that drive violence to the mundane myths that build a false foundation, Amanda and Holly talk about common misconceptions they hear, what they see when talking about the dangers of Christian nationalism, and how you can find areas of agreement with others. They share some specific ways they would handle difficult statements in one-on-one conversations. In segment three, Holly and Amanda talk about the pros and cons of online worship from their own experience. Segment one: Why is misinformation such a problem in Christian communities? (starting at 00:49): Amanda and Holly discuss this May webinar from the Council on Foreign Relations: Disinformation and Faith Communities, which featured Joan Donovan from the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics, and Public Policy, along with Ed Stetzer of Wheaton College's Billy Graham Center. They also mention a piece Stetzer wrote for USA Today in September 2020: “Evangelicals need to address the QAnoners in our midst” Amanda wrote this column for Baptist News Global about Michael Flynn's troubling comments: If you're paying attention to Christian nationalism, you won't be shocked by Michael Flynn's call for ‘one religion under God' Segment two: Handling difficult conversations with others (starting at 14:28) Learn more about the Christian Against Christian Nationalism campaign at christiansagainstchristiannationalism.org. Amanda referenced this summer's webinar: White Christian Nationalism: How Racism Undergirds Christian Nationalism Amanda read this Tweet from author Kaitlyn Schiess:The problem with the “confront your family about politics on Thanksgiving” thing isn't that we can't influence our families or shouldn't have those conversations, it's thinking one tense dinner will do it. Long, compassionate faithfulness > “bold” one-time confrontation. Here are some resources to help combat misinformation from the Christians Against Christian Nationalism website: Frequently asked questions Small group curriculum: Responding to Christian Nationalism Webinars, including “Confronting Christian Nationalism in Your Congregation” are at this link. Statement of Christians Against Christian Nationalism Segment three (starting at 28:41): Online and in-person worship services Amanda and Holly talked about this NPR story by Deena Prichep: Worshipers found religious homes near and far thanks to virtual services Respecting Religion is made possible by BJC's generous donors. You can support these conversations with a gift to BJC.
Kellen Criswell is a pastor, ministry leader, and former missionary who holds and MA in Global Leadership from Western Seminary and is currently working on his doctorate. He is the Executive Director of Calvary Global Network and has a heart for the mission of God and the global church. In this episode we discuss Missional Ecclesiology, which is a way of understanding the identity, purpose, and function of the church within the Missio Dei (mission of God). Ecclesiology is the discussion of what the Church is called to be and to do - including its nature, purpose, hopes, structures, and practices. We discuss how this concept works out practically, including a discussion of "foreign missions" and how they fit into this understanding. Furthermore, we discuss what the past nearly two years of pandemic has revealed about ecclesiology, and why there is hope as we move forward. Bibliography and recommended resources: Hirsch, Alan. The Forgotten Ways: Reactivating Apostolic Movements. Goheen, Michael. The Church and it's Vocation: Leslie Newbigin's Missionary Ecclesiology. Stetzer, Ed. Planting Missional Churches: Your Guide to Starting Churches that Multiply. Newbigin, Leslie. The Gospel in a Pluralist Society. Van Engen, Charles. Transforming Mission Theology. Wright, Christopher J.H.. The Mission of God: Unlocking the Bible's Grand Narrative. Bosch, David. Transforming Mission: Paradigm Shifts in Theology of Mission. Hooker, Paul. "What is Missional Ecclesiology?" Make sure to check out the Theology for the People blog at nickcady.org
Emily and Lindsay Stetzer, founders of Presently (a bracelet brand inspired by cognitive-behavioral therapy), discuss their life-stories with having OCD and Anxiety. We take a deep dive into both Lindsay and Emily's stories facing their own amplified thoughts & fears, and how it has impacted their lives. **If you have dealt with anxiety and/ or OCD this episode is a must listen! Use the code badliar for 20% off of Presently bracelets! thinkpresently.com
Join Pastor Greg Surratt for a fun, fascinating, and wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Ed Stetzer. Their friendship spans two decades, collaborating on mission, church planting, and evangelism. In this conversation, they'll cover pastoring in our political climate, post-pandemic opportunities for the church, and more. While there's a pervasive sense that our current situation is unprecedented, in reality, the church has been here before. What happened in 1968 – a time of civil unrest and a pandemic known as The Hong Kong Flu – reveals a lot about what might be ahead for us. They look ahead at how society's reopening, cultural turbulence, and changes emerging in a new economy might affect the church. Dr. Stetzer is a professor and dean at Wheaton College who also serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, and trained pastors and church planters. He's also a contributing editor for Christianity Today, and writes for news outlets such as USAToday and CNN. The Pastors Collective is Executive Produced by Greg Surratt. Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Mike Cosper for Cosper Productions.
Senior Pastor Eric Pickerill and Pastor Scott Engebretson interview Dr. Ed Stetzer about Christian Nationalism and the impact of evangelical support of Donald Trump.Dr. Stetzer is a professor and dean at Wheaton College who also serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, trained pastors and church planters on six continents, has earned two master's degrees and two doctorates, and has written hundreds of articles and a dozen books. He is regional director for Lausanne North America and publishes research through Mission Group.Social MediaTwitter: @edstetzer Facebook: @edstetzerInstagram: @edstetzerWebsites:www.wheatonbillygraham.com/www.edstetzer.comwww.christianitytoday.com/edstetzer/www.coronavirusandthechurch.comwww.moodyradio.org/programs/ed-stetzer-live/edstetzer.com/books/
Tragically, last week we all learned that Jarrid Wilson, associate pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship Church in Riverside, California, had committed suicide. He was a husband and father of two. He was only 30-years-old. Jarrid had founded a ministry called “Anthem of Hope,” in order to minister to people with depression and suicidal ideations. He ended his life on the same day he officiated the funeral of a Christian who had ended hers. About a year ago, Andrew Stoecklin, another 30-year-old pastor from California, also committed suicide. Like Wilson, he shared openly about his own battles with depression and anxiety. About a year before that, Wisconsin Pastor Bill Lenz took his life after bouts of depression and anxiety. Like Wilson, he had ministered extensively to many with depression and suicidal ideation, and had created a suicide-prevention ministry. In the fog of questions and grief, one thing is clear: Neither Christians nor Christian pastors are immune from the suicide epidemic that's sweeping our country. My friend Ed Stetzer wrote, in response to Wilson's death, that while all suicides are shocking, stories of pastors and other Christian leaders who take their own lives “cause questions to arise,” questions that are unique. Among them must be, why is there still such a lack of awareness about the emotional, psychological, and spiritual struggles pastors face? And also, where can pastors turn for help? It's no surprise that so many pastors and ministry leaders are reluctant to admit that they are struggling with sin, with depression, or with their family. They especially struggle to be vulnerable with those who “hold the power of the purse” in their lives and can shape the future of their careers. And, as Stetzer pointed out in his article, there is an Evangelical reluctance to look outside Christian circles for assistance, especially when it comes to mental health issues. It's as if by doing so, we'd be admitting that the Christian faith is somehow inadequate. It isn't, of course. The Christian faith not only explains who we are, it explains why truth and health can be found by those who carefully study God's world. As Ed put it, “God does not fix it all…Yet.” Or as Wilson himself wrote on Twitter the day he died, “Loving Jesus doesn't always cure suicidal thoughts,” and “Loving Jesus doesn't always cure depression,” or “PTSD and anxiety, for that matter.” Wilson ended his life on the eve of World Suicide Prevention Day, a day intended to draw attention to the enormity of the crisis in the U.S. and around the world. In connection with World Suicide Day, and in order to help us all answer the one question we should be asking right now—what can we do?—my friend Jeremiah Johnston has written an article explaining how Christians can make a difference when it comes to suicide and depression. It starts with knowing more about suicide and its causes. Among the most important thing to know is that “Mental illness is not a character flaw; it's a disease.” Similarly, it's “not a spiritual problem” in the sense it can be fixed with just “more faith” or “more church.” Mental illness is a treatable medical condition. There remains too much stigma and shame in Christian circles when it comes to mental illness. That has to stop. Mental illness is treatable, but only if it's treated. By supporting those around us, the church can help make that more likely. So let's help. Just as Christians in the Roman Empire ran towards epidemics while everyone else was running away from them, we have a chance today to do the same. If you who are suffering from depression or suicidal thoughts: Please, seek help. There are folks who love you, care for you, and want to help. If you need help immediately, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK. That's 1-800-273-TALK.