Best Ben Mandrell Podcasts (2024)

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106. Agreeable Disagreement in the Church 39:59

1d ago39:59

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Happy Southern Baptist Convention Eve! Over the next few days Southern Baptist Churches from around the country will come together in Indianapolis and will debate about key issues involving our churches. Recently Ben preached a sermon from Romans 14 and we thought it would be perfect to publish it on The Glass House. It is not uncommon for christia…

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Embracing Change: From Ministry to Corporate Leadership with Ben Mandrell 39:37

21d ago39:37

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When Ben Mandrell transitioned from a biology and chemistry background into a spiritual calling, he did not expect his journey to take him to Lifeway Christian Resources. As a pastor of many years, corporate America was not on his Bingo Card! This episode peels back the layers of Ben's experiences, revealing the complex beauty of life's transitions…

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Financing Software to Help Your Church Succeed w/ Adam Alphin of KleerCard 20:54

7h ago20:54

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Find out more on Kleercard at https://www.getkleercard.com -- Tithely provides the tools you need to engage with your church online, stay connected, increase generosity, and simplify the lives of your staff. With tools like text and email messaging, custom church apps and websites, church management software, digital giving, and so much more… it’s …

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The AI Revolution Happening in the Church w/ AI Expert, Julia McCoy 35:08

6h ago35:08

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What are your thoughts on AI in the church? Our guest, Julia McCoy of Content Hacker and Content at Scale, shares her story of being anti-AI and how that quickly changed to her becoming an AI expert. -- You can find more on Content At Scale by visiting https://contentatscale.ai/ You can find more about Julia's consulting at https://ContentHacker.co…

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105. Family Rhythms and Routines with Lynley Mandrell and Angie Elkins 29:13

7h ago29:13

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Today on the Glass House we are surprising you with a really special Friday episode. At Lifeway we have some really fantastic podcasts that we want to make sure you know about. Angie Elkins is our producer on the Glass House, but she also has her own show called Let It Shine. Lynley has been a co-host with her this season and they had a really inte…

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104. Emotions in Ministry with Bryan Barley 53:04

4d ago53:04

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Emotions are created by God as indicators of how we are processing the environment or circumstances around us. Most people identify themselves as emotional or not by how much they cry; however, there's a lot more to emotions than crying and it's important that we experience the emotions God has given us. On today's episode of TGH, Ben and Lynley di…

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Innovative Church Plant Strategies with Trey VanCamp 35:11

7d ago35:11

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Watch this Full Episode -- https://youtu.be/TcWkNGVzVvU -- Ever wondered what drives someone to plant a church despite witnessing firsthand the sacrifices and uncertainties it entails? Join us for a compelling conversation with Trey Van Kamp, a fourth-generation pastor who launched his church at just 24 years old. He shares his personal journey, he…

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103. LIVE: Preaching Prep & How It Affects the Family 34:57

19d ago34:57

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After every Sunday church service, the biggest thing on the pastor's mind, is how quickly the following Sunday's message is coming. Sermon preparation doesn't just effect the pastor, it also effects the entire family. On today's show Ben and Lynley share with a live audience filled with student ministry leaders at the Lifeway Headquarters in Nashvi…

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Planning Your Church's Worship Service w/ Jon Tyner 36:30

1M ago36:30

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Worship Pastor of Olive Baptist Church (Pensacola), Jon Tyner, joins us on the latest episode of Modern Church Leader to chat about the artistry and strategy behind worship planning. As we peek behind the curtain of church operations, Jon lays out the rhythms of his week – from staff meetings to Wednesday night choir rehearsals to Sunday Services. …

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102. Practical Tools for Parenting in Ministry 26:28

1M ago26:28

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One of the best tools young parents have, is the tips from older parents a little further down the road! On today's episode of The Glass House, Ben and Lynley share with you practical tools for being intentional in your parenting while serving in ministry. From family closers to teaching your kids how to return a question, you'll hear practices tha…

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Navigating the Rhythms of Worship Leadership with Travis Cottrell 31:15

1M ago31:15

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When Travis Cottrell stepped into Nashville, he probably didn't expect his journey to lead where it has. As a Christian Artist, Songwriter, and Arranger, Travis later added "Worship Pastor" to his resume at age 40. Travis's narrative is a soul-stirring blend of faith, music, and the magnetic pull of community that brought him to his current role at…

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Q & A With Christine and Kyle Hoover 39:53

2M ago39:53

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In this Season 4 finale episode of the Ministry Wives Podcast, sit down with my husband Kyle Hoover and me for another Q & A episode. We wanted to give you more details following our episode with the Mandrells. We share about how God transformed our marriage during the COVID season, how that time served as a catalyst for my new book, as well as how…

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101. A Week In The Life of A Pastor with Lindsay & Ben Skipper 42:22

2M ago42:22

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There is no typical work week for a pastor. Unforeseen life events, people in crisis, or administrative tasks will always be ever-changing week to week. While being flexible is necessary in ministry, so is establishing healthy boundaries and time management skills. On today's show, Ben Skipper, Senior Pastor of Carterville Baptist Church in Petal, …

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Pulpit AI: Turn One Sermon Into Unlimited Content w/ Founder, Michael Whittle 32:11

2M ago32:11

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For more information on Pulpit, visit https://pulpitai.com -- Tithely provides the tools you need to engage with your church online, stay connected, increase generosity, and simplify the lives of your staff. With tools like text and email messaging, custom church apps and websites, church management software, digital giving, and so much more… it’s …

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Practical Wisdom for Serving with Brothers in the Church (an interview with Amy Petersen) 40:36

2M ago40:36

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Wisely navigating relationships between men and women is a vital but sometimes difficult conversation we need to be having with one another and our husbands. In this follow-up episode, long-time ministry wife and Ministry Wife Ministry Partner Amy Petersen helps walk us through the specifics of wisely cultivating these relationships. She stresses t…

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100. Lessons Learned from 100 episodes 42:39

2M ago42:39

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We cannot believe we are already at our 100th episode! It’s been quite a journey and we are so thankful for the guests who came and shared their life and story with us. This show wouldn’t be what it is without vulnerability and transparency, and we’re thankful to create a space where ministry leaders can experience both. To our listeners, we are so…

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Cultivating Community in Church Leadership w/ Pastor Joakim Lundqvist 44:53

2M ago44:53

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Pastor Joakim Lundquist joins us to recount his remarkable journey in ministry. His narrative is a testament to personal change and the influence one can wield when leading with conviction and purpose. Pastor Joakim's church, Word of Life, has left a global footprint with over 900 churches, and at the epicenter is their Bible school, molding future…

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The Life of a Lay Elder’s Wife (an interview with Caroline Cobb) 28:03

2M ago28:03

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The Lord gifts each of us and our spouses so differently, and sometimes those giftings require sacrifices of different kinds as we respond to the call of the Lord in a given season. Singer/songwriter Caroline Cobb joins me today to describe her husband’s volunteer position as a lay elder at their church and how she supports him and the local church…

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99. What It's Like to Be a Missionary with Michael and Naomi Ley 46:37

2M ago46:37

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Head to college, get married, land your dream job, have kids, go to church, and live the American Dream. It's the reality most American Christians are living in, and it's where the Ley Family found themselves when they experienced a calling from God asking them to leave it all behind. On today's episode, Michael and Naomi Ley share their experience…

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Creating a Culture of Welcome in Your Church (an interview with Jen Oshman) 31:32

3M ago31:32

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Walking into a church for the first time can be a very scary experience for newcomers. Sometimes it feels just as scary for us to approach and invite them into our circle. Pastor’s wife, author, and podcaster Jen Oshman shares her practical tips for creating a culture of welcome within the church. Jen tells us how welcome helped draw her to Christ,…

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98. The Underpaid Pastor with Dr. Hance Dilbeck 46:27

2M ago46:27

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A recent study discovered that over 1/2 of pastors over the age of 50 had less than $50,000 in their retirement fund and no expectation they would ever retire. On today's episode of The Glass House, Ben and Lynley dive into a topic that no pastor likes talking about: finances! Dr. Hance Dilbeck from GuideStone joins in this conversation and shares …

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Embracing Biblical Lament (an interview with Danielle Kelly) 32:55

2M ago32:55

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We live in a broken world full of pain and suffering. We are bound to suffer trauma and grief; how do we navigate that pain as believers? Pastor’s wife, writer and podcaster Danielle Kelly joins the show today to share how God invited her into biblical lament as a lifestyle and how choosing to trust God’s character in the process transformed her li…

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97. The Personalities of the Pastor & Wife with Ed O'Neal 48:30

3M ago48:30

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Too often pastors and their wife feel pressure to step into any role necessary and serve the church. However, we all have different personalities, gifts, strengths, and yes, even weaknesses. On today's show Ben and Lynley discuss Clifton Strengths Finder with Ed O'Neal. Ed O'Neal is an American Veteran, leadership developer, and executive coach for…

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Faith-Based Gaming for Kids w/ TruPlay Games's Brent Dusing 35:16

3M ago35:16

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WATCH episode HERE -- Brent Dusing of TruePlay Games joins us to shed light on the transformative power of faith-driven gaming for young minds. This conversation explores the vibrant landscape of interactive media that holds at its heart the teachings of the Bible. For more information on TruPlay visit truplay.games/mclp SUBSCRIBE to Modern Chuch L…

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An Interview With Christine and Kyle Hoover (special guests Lynley and Ben Mandrell) 48:51

3M ago48:51

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On this special episode of the Ministry Wives Podcast, Christine hands the microphone over to Lynley and Ben Mandrell as special guest hosts. Christine and Kyle open up about a very vulnerable time in their life and marriage, the lessons God taught them, and the book that was born out of that season, “You Are Not Forgotten,” out April 23. QUOTES “I…

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96. Loving Your Church Staff Well with Mark and Jenna Hallock 46:04

3M ago46:04

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Ministry leaders typically spend time caring and discipling their congregation, and often times forget the very people they're in the trenches with. Caring for your staff and team is crucial for the overall health and impact of a church's ministry. On today's show, Pastor Mark and Jenna Hallock share ways they've created a healthy culture and cared…

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Tips for "Winning the Day" w/ Christian Ray Flores 26:59

3M ago26:59

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In this episode, we tackle the unspoken burdens that weigh on the shoulders of those who lead our faith communities. Discover how pastors can combat the stress and anxiety that often accompany their divine calling, and how Christian's tailored coaching program is forging pathways toward spiritual resilience and a life led from a place of abundance.…

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Motivations for Ministry (an interview with Krissie Inserra) 34:21

3M ago34:21

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In theory, we should always desire to serve God in ministry to honor and obey him, but in practice, we may sometimes find ourselves struggling with our motivations in ministry. We struggle with what we think we “should” do, wanting to please others, even wanting recognition for our service. Pastor’s wife Krissie Inserra shares how God has worked on…

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Making Your Church Media Efficient w/ Sermon Shots CEO & Co-Founder Corey Alderman 28:51

3M ago28:51

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Discover the fusion of faith and technology with Corey Aldrin, a trailblazer who's bringing the digital revolution to the doorstep of the church. The heart of our conversation beats with Corey's latest venture, SermonShots, a tool that empowers churches to embrace AI, magnifying their messages across the digital arena. For more information on Sermo…

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Serving in Small Churches (an interview with Wendy Ortiz) 25:04

3M ago25:04

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God calls us to serve in so many different ministry contexts. Sometimes we’ll be called to serve in large spaces with hundreds of people, and sometimes God calls us into small environments with less than 10. Church planting wife Wendy Ortiz shares her experiences serving in small churches both in the US and Puerto Rico. She explains the joys and ch…

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How Strategic Marketing Can Make Your Organization Success w/ Mac Bridges & Kenz Durham 44:27

4M ago44:27

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We are rolling out the pink carpet in this episode as Delight Ministries founders, Mac Bridges and Kenz Durham join us for a vibrant conversation that uncovers the secret sauce of branding and marketing within faith-based communities. -- Learn more about Delight Ministries at DelightMinistries.com Learn more about For the Girl at ForTheGirl.com SUB…

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Seasons of Spiritual Dryness (an interview with Kristen Wetherell) 35:22

3M ago35:22

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As believers and ministry wives, we will experience times of spiritual dryness, times where we struggle to experience the truth of God’s presence in our daily lives, times where our spiritual walk feels stagnant and emotionless. We live in a world full of distraction and fatigue; the battle to focus on Christ is ever present. Author, mother, and pa…

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From Pastor’s Wife to Pastor’s Widow (an interview with Melissa Swain) 41:49

4M ago41:49

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There is no escaping the reality that women within our church will experience the loss of their spouse at some point in their lives. The Bible instructs us to take care of widows, but how do we practically live that out? Melissa Swain lost her pastor husband Chris unexpectedly in 2021 and joins the podcast to tell her story. Melissa shares how spec…

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95. What It's Like to Be a Pastor's Kid Part 3 27:38

4M ago27:38

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We all know that living in the glass house is hard, but growing up in it can be even harder. Today Ben and Lynley are concluding this 3 part series on what it's like to grow up in the glass house. Today's conversation is two Lifeway employees, Tyler Litton and Heather Burczynski. Tyler is the manager of Media Creative and Heather serves as the Exec…

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Unmet Expectations in Ministry (an interview with Lisa Hughes) 35:05

4M ago35:05

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Sometimes unmet expectations seem to pop up everywhere in our lives. We experience hardship or failure in life and ministry over and over again. Today, author and pastor’s wife Lisa Hughes teaches us how to reshape our thinking regarding unmet expectations. She shares that we need to not only expect the hard things, but also accept that the Lord is…

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94. What It's Like to Be a Pastor's Kid Part 2 40:54

4M ago40:54

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One of the most common feedback we hear is how much you love hearing about raising kids in the glass house. You've spoken, and we've listened! We're so excited to share this series with you! Over the next few episodes you'll hear from those who grew up in the glass house. And even though all of these people were pastor's kids, they all have unique …

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Serving in Camp Ministry (an interview with Rachel Shelton) 32:54

4M ago32:54

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Life in a parachurch ministry often looks very different from life in other ministries, but the goal is always the same: live as a minister of the gospel. Rachel Shelton and her husband were called to minister full time at TBarM Camps in Texas. Rachel describes the joys and challenges of camp life, and how her family focuses on doing life with othe…

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93. Growing Up in a Pastor's Home with Kelly Minter 25:28

4M ago25:28

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One of the most common feedback we hear is how much you love hearing about raising kids in the glass house. You've spoken, and we've listened! We're so excited to share this series with you! Over the next few episodes you'll hear from those who grew up in the glass house. Today's we're kicking off this series with Kelly Minter. Kelly Minter is an a…

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The Joy of Raising Missionary Kids (an interview with Keri Folmar) 45:49

5M ago45:49

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Ministry often stretches us to grow in ways we never imagined, some that are hard but many that can bring us deep joy. Raising children in a completely different culture for missions is no different. Missionary wife, author, and podcaster Keri Folmar joins me to shine light on the joys she experienced raising missionary children. She shares how God…

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92. Through the Decades with the Pastor's Wife: Veronica Greear 46:16

5M ago46:16

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The Glass House is starting a new series interviewing pastors' wives! We will hear from the different generations what it required of them to be a pastor's wife when they were younger. On today's show we have Veronica Geear, wife of JD Greear, Senior Pastor of The Summit Church in North Carolina. Veronica shares some incredible wisdom in having peo…

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A Church Planting Couple’s Legacy (an interview with Jennifer Clifton) 30:00

5M ago30:00

30:00

Clint and Jennifer Clifton spent their lives planting churches as well as pouring themselves into training and encouraging planters and their wives all over the globe. Jennifer joins the podcast to talk about the legacy of her late husband and how she sees the Lord opening opportunities for her to continue to encourage ministry wives just like us. …

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91. Learning to Regulate Emotions in Ministry with Nicole Zasowski 49:18

5M ago49:18

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Have you ever asked your spouse a simple question, like, "whats for dinner?" and all of a sudden they're making a snarky comment back to you? Have you ever found yourself responding out of irritation and frustration when your spouse or kids simply ask you a question? On today's show Nicole Zasowski describes to us what happens when we are operating…

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Finding Your Place in Ministry (an interview with Angie Brown Elkins) 41:28

5M ago41:28

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Finding your place in ministry as a pastor’s wife or ministry wife can leave you feeling frustrated and stuck. You might feel constrained by expectations in your church, confused about where you are being called, or feeling stuck because a role you used to fulfill is no longer needed. Pastor’s wife and podcaster Angie Brown Elkins joins me today to…

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90. Serving Through Crisis with Dr. Fred Luter 36:14

5M ago36:14

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On August 23rd, 2005 people all over the country were glued to the television watching the largest hurricane in recent history move towards the Gulf Coast. As if a category 5 hurricane wasn’t enough of a threat, the levees that protect New Orleans, Louisiana from incoming water, collapsed. On today’s show Dr. Fred Luter shares his experience of los…

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89. Coming Clean- The Importance of Confession 40:16

5M ago40:16

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What happens when we hide who we really are? What happens when we let God do a work in 90% of our life, while trying to hide the other 10% from Him? It's so incredibly powerful to come clean to people in your life and confess your sins to others. Typically, it's where the healing that needs to take place begins. In today's episode you'll hear a mes…

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88: Transitioning a Church to New Leadership with Dr. Phil Jett and Adam Mason 29:56

6M ago29:56

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Today, on this special episode of the Glass House, we are dropping into your feed on a Friday to bring you an important re-air of an episode that means a great deal to us at the Glass House. This episode on transitioning church, with our guests, Adam Mason and Dr. Phil Jett, is especially dear to us because of Dr. Jett's recent passing. It was our …

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87. The Weirdest Story Jesus Ever Told 36:28

6M ago36:28

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In today’s episode, The Glass House shares a sermon Ben preached recently at Sagemont Church in Houston, Texas. The message is from Luke 16, where Jesus tells of a shrewd manager who used worldly wealth to gain friendships. Ben shows how the most important thing a church can do – including both staff and members – is to invest in its relationships …

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86. On the Spot- Starting Over 30:54

6M ago30:54

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With only 20 days left in the year many of us are reflecting on the past and looking ahead to the new year. This season is often seen as an opportunity for reflection, gratitude, renewal of commitments, and the setting of new goals. But what does a new start really bring us? Do we have more excitement in the anticipation of a new season, or in the …

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Helping Your Church to Be Known for Something w/ Mark MacDonald 32:02

6M ago32:02

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WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE -- In an era dominated by consumerism, social media, and the constant pursuit of happiness, churches find themselves facing new challenges in maintaining relevance and connecting with their communities. As attention is pulled in numerous directions, the need for churches to adapt and engage with their audience in the dig…

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85. The Super Small Church 44:34

6M ago44:34

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Over the last several episodes we’ve talked about the unique challenges of ministry leaders living in the glass house of church leadership. We’ve recently received a letter challenging one of our episodes addressed to small churches, and the lack of relevancy to the "super small church", a category of churches we didn’t realize we weren’t speaking …

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