Best Calvary Global Network Podcasts (2024)

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Partnering With the Spirit to Bring Out What the Text Is Really Saying 58:13

21m ago58:13

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Sam McCabe, a singer-songwriter and worship leader from Houston, Texas, speaks with Mike about quarterly preaching, and the pitfalls and opportunities that are available to those who preach messages and then wait three months until the next time! He speaks about the dangers of being over-prepared, and the opportunities to meditatively think through…

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How to Faithfully Engage the Contemporary Culture - with Justin Thomas 48:16

1d ago48:16

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Justin Thomas is the president of Calvary Chapel Bible College in Twin Peaks, California. Prior to leading the Bible College, Justin was the founding pastor of Calvary: The Hill in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. In this discussion, Nick Cady and Brian Brodersen speak with Justin about how the topic of cultural engagement. How…

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Why Do People Choose Your Church? 48:27

2d ago48:27

48:27

Join host Brian Kelly as he sits down with Mike Nolan, a member of the congregation at their recently established church. In this episode, they explore the importance of new churches and discuss what draws people to be part of them. Mike provides valuable insights into what individuals seek in a church congregation. This conversation is particularl…

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Preaching Matthew, Using Commentaries Well and Collaborative Preparation 40:10

2d ago40:10

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3/5 of the Expositors Collective leadership team take a break from filming their video course to chat about teaching through the Gospel of Matthew. Nick and Mike are teaching it at their churches and John is recording audio commentary for the Listeners Bible Commentary The Listener’s Commentary provides clear, accessible teaching through each book …

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How to Be a Good Guest Speaker, How Much You Should Tell Your Kids About Church Drama and So Much More! 48:33

9d ago48:33

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Dr Philip Nation's work has included roles as a Bible publisher, revitalizing established churches as a pastor, working with non-profit organizations, curriculum publishing, and serving as a university professor. His personal publishing experience includes writing, co-authoring, and editing over 20 published works. Over the years, he has trained le…

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Why Being Grounded in God's Word is More Needed than Ever - with Dan Kimball 51:57

15d ago51:57

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Dan Kimball is the Founding Pastor of Vintage Faith Church in Santa Cruz, CA. He is also the Vice President of Church Mission and Strategy at Western Seminary, and he is someone who is passionate about the Bible and equipping the next generation to rightly divide God’s Word. In this discussion, Dan shares about his involvement in the early days of …

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Using Outlines to Communicate Well - Brian Bell 26:08

16d ago26:08

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Brian Bell joins us on today's podcast as a distinguished guest, bringing with him a wealth of experience and passion. As the senior pastor of Calvary Murrieta, Brian wears many hats, serving as the main teaching pastor, Chairman of the Church Board and School Board, and the shepherd of the Calvary Murrieta community. He speaks about the importance…

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From Jokes To Jesus: A Canadian Church Plant 33:06

17d ago33:06

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In this episode Brian Kelly and Nick Cady interview ourbeloved Canadian Joel Turner about his comedy club, conversion experience, and church plant. Joel is a pastor and church planter who has written a book called Humor Me. He gives wonderful insight into the use of humor and comedy in preaching and church planting. *** Sign up now for theupcoming …

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Not a Crowd to Be Feared, Nor an Audience to Be Entertained, but a Family to Be Loved - Trevor O'Keefe 1:03:47

23d ago1:03:47

1:03:47

Trevor O’Keefe and Mike Neglia speak about Cillian Murphy’s recent Academy Award and other momentous moments in Irish history. Trevor also shares the wildest story about a debut sermon ever on the history of the podcast! (He nearly killed someone) Trevor was a youth ministry for more than 17 years in Maranatha Chapel before transitioning in to the …

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Navigating the Aftermath of a Pastor's Moral Failure, & Partnering to Pastor a City - with Doug Sauder 44:03

29d ago44:03

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Doug Sauder is the Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. In this episode, Doug shares about how he and the church navigated the moral failure of their founding pastor, how the church weathered that storm, and what they learned through the process that other churches can benefit from. Doug also shares about Church United, a coalition of c…

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Preaching the Book of Hebrews with Sigurd Grindheim 45:02

1M ago45:02

45:02

Dr Sigurd Grindheim speaks with Mike about how to preach the book of Hebrews, lessons learned about preaching from the book of Hebrews, and who he thinks is the author of that anonymous book. He also speaks about lessons learned about fatherhood, and the difference between expository and topical preaching. You can read some of his articles, and fin…

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Handing Over Your Church Plant – JJ Johnson 41:05

1M ago41:05

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Sign up for the Calvary Chapel CGN International Conference June 2024 In this episode of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast Brian interviews guest JJ Johnson. JJ and Brian pastored together at a new church plant in Bellingham Washington, and Brian handed over the church to JJ after just four years of ministry. They talk about the transition of l…

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The Transfiguration of Jesus and the Growth of the Christian with Patrick Schreiner 1:02:17

1M ago1:02:17

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Patrick Schreiner speaks with Mike about the transfiguration of Jesus, progress within the Christian life and the value of manuscripted sermons. Patrick Schreiner is the Director of the Residency PhD program, Associate Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Gene and Jo Downing Endowed Chair …

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What's New at CGN: Brian Brodersen's Changing Roles, Calvary Chapel Identity, & a New Initiative 27:09

1M ago27:09

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Welcome to the new season of the CGN Podcast! In this first episode, Nick Cady speaks with Brian Brodersen about his changing role at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa, and what that means for his involvement in Calvary Global Network. Nick and Brian also discuss the importance of God's calling in ministry leadership, and CGN's renewed focus on its identit…

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Topical Sermons, Hot Topics and Raising Up New Expositors 43:06

1M ago43:06

43:06

Jim Wilson, Ted Leavenworth, Wesley Towne, Randall Tonini and Brian Bell offer wise insight, heartfelt advice and light-hearted humor in this panel discussion, recorded in Temecula, California at one of our Training Weekends. They answer questions concerning when it is appropriate to pause an expository teaching series, topical sermons, how many cr…

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Finding The Right Pastor – Neil Spencer 38:06

2M ago38:06

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Neil Spencer is the pastor of Coastline Calvary Chapel in Gulf Breeze Florida. Neil transitioned into the Lead pastor role taking over for his father John Spencer. Brian Kelly and Nick Cady chat with Neil about what it means to be a good pastor, and how we can identify the right pastor for the job. We also talk about pastoral transition, and Neil s…

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Season 5 Trailer: New Season Starts May 8, 2024 0:43

2M ago0:43

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The new season of the CGN podcast begins on May 8th, 2024. The CGN Podcast is the official podcast of the Calvary Global Network (CGN). This season, we will be talking about what's new at CGN and what's on the horizon for us as a network. We will also be joined by guests to talk about topics related to ministry, such as handling pastoral transition…

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After the Storm with Tim Brown 49:51

2M ago49:51

49:51

From his early ministry experience in 1973 until this very day Tim Brown has worked hard to make the magnificent and lofty truths of scripture accessible to anyone and everyone who is listening. He tries to embody what Haddon Robinson quipped, "The art of preaching is getting people to see with their ears." In this conversation Tim and Mike speak a…

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Preaching Up A Storm - Tim Brown 49:50

2M ago49:50

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In a creative journey through the steps of evaporation, condensation and precipitation Pastor Tim Brown will take us on a journey through Psalm 29 and highlight the parallels between the forming of a Mediterranean stormcloud and the dumping of water and the steps that faithful preachers go through in studying, meditating and preaching. Tim Brown ha…

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Planting New Churches – Terry Michaels & Kyle Curry 42:24

2M ago42:24

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In this episode of the Cultivate Church Planting podcast,guest pastors Terry Michaels and Kyle Curry talk about the churches they have planted, and give great advice on how to disciple new church planters. Terry has been pastoring for many years, and Kyle is currently pastoring at a new church plant. They talk about things like children’s ministry,…

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Dripping Vision with Luke Simmons 56:24

2M ago56:24

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What is a Vision Statement and why does it matter? Is there a point in having a "Vision Sunday" at the beginning of the year, or is the congregation better served by "dripping vision" throughout the 52 Sundays of the calendar year? Is having a church vision even Biblical? Mike asks these questions and more to the more-than-capable Luke Simmons in a…

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Symphonic Preaching, Bad Sermons & Consistent Improvement with Heath Hardesty 49:57

2M ago49:57

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Heath Hardesty from Valley Community Church in Pleasanton, California explores the concept of "symphonic preaching" with Mike, and the value of emphasizing connections between the Old and New Testaments and their relevance today to all of life. Heath sees the wonder of the world around us, and the beauty and treasure of the Bible's story. Heath als…

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Calvary Chapel Bible College – Justin Thomas 35:43

2M ago35:43

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In this episode of the Cultivate Church Planting podcast, guest Justin Thomas, President of Calvary Chapel Bible College, emphasizes the importance of attending Bible College when considering church planting. Justin and Brian discuss how formal theological education equips individuals with essential knowledge, skills, and perspectives vital for eff…

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The Journey From the Ancient Text to the Contemporary Culture 27:19

3M ago27:19

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Wesley Towne speaks about the 4 steps that he takes in his sermon preparation process to go from the passage to his own heart and then to people of his particular context and culture. Wesley lives in Davis, CA with his wife and chihuahua Lucy. He has planted two churches, both in university cities, and is thankful for the opportunity to pastor and …

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Reading and Preaching the Psalms Chronologically and Canonically with Wyatt Graham 1:02:02

3M ago1:02:02

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Are the Psalms individual isolated poems that have no connection to one another, or are they a unified, edited story that we are supposed to notice? Wyatt Graham answers these questions and more in this conversation about how to think deeply about the Psalms, and what sort of connections should we expect to see from one chapter to the next. Current…

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Creatively Planting in Closed Countries – Tim and Talisa Rogers 25:42

3M ago25:42

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Welcome to a new episode of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast, where we explore innovative approaches to spreading the Gospel worldwide. In this episode, we're joined by seasoned missionaries Tim and Talisa Rogers, who share their insights on creatively planting churches in restricted nations. Join us as we navigate the challenges and discover …

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How to Discover the Author's Intended Meaning with John Whittaker 28:51

3M ago28:51

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John Whittaker teaches a workshop in Temecula California on how the inductive Bible Study method helps to discover the divine and human author's meaning of a text. John Whittaker is a preacher, teacher and pastor. He holds theology and ministry degrees from Boise Bible College, Cincinnati Bible Seminary, and a doctorate in preaching from Gordon-Con…

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Learning from Church History and Being Yourself with David Guzik 33:22

4M ago33:22

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David Guzik, the author of the Enduring Word commentary and YouTube Channel, engages in an insightful and friendly dialogue with Mike Neglia. They explore the intricate process of utilizing commentaries effectively in sermon preparation, emphasizing the importance of discernment in approach. Guzik passionately underscores the necessity of internali…

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Pastoral Care and Coaching - Ted Leavenworth & Jeff Gipe 30:10

3M ago30:10

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Welcome, Cultivate community! I'm your host, Brian Kelly, and today's episode is a deep dive into the crucial realms of pastoral care and coaching. Joining us are two incredible guests, Ted Leavenworth and Jeff Gipe, bringing their wealth of experience and insights. Together, we explore the transformative power of intentional care in church plantin…

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Learning to Preach Like Jesus with Peter Williams 42:11

4M ago42:11

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Many people consider Jesus to be a great teacher and preacher, but few actually realise just how incredible and multilayered His teachings actually were. In this episode of Expositors Collective, Mike speaks with Dr. Peter J. Williams, the principal of Tyndale House in Cambridge, and the chair of the International Greek New Testament Project. He is…

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God Fixes Our Prayers Going Up, and Our Sermons Going Out - Ray Ortlund 45:35

4M ago45:35

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Gospel sanity in a world gone mad - this is what Ray Ortlund Jr is trying to offer to the next generation of pastors and leaders. In this conversation with Mike he talks about the value of remembering his own mortality, gathering and gospelling young men, and how Christ Himself is preaching through us as we exposit the Word. He speaks about some of…

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Planting In The Arabian Gulf – James Travis and Jeff Gipe 32:47

4M ago32:47

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Hello and welcome to another episode of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast. I'm Brian Kelly, your host, and I'm thrilled to have an incredible guest with us today, James Travis, a dedicated pastor in Bahrain. We are also joined today by my long time friend Jeff Gipe. Jeff and I recently had the pleasure of traveling to Bahrain and spend some tim…

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Pet Peeves and Pathways with Nick Cady, Bryan Stupar Mike Neglia + John Whittaker 34:20

4M ago34:20

34:20

The Leadership Team of Expositors Collective (minus Alan Stoddard) talk about some pet peeves they have about preaching. Brian, Nick, John and Mike speak about habits and choices that preachers make that make it hard to listen to them. The second half of the conversation takes a more positive spin as John talks about discipleship pathways and what …

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Why You Need Feedback (And How to Get It) 1:18:23

4M ago1:18:23

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Angie Thornton (Women's Ministry Director for TGC Quebec) speaks with Mike about the importance of seeking feedback and input from others as well as the irreplaceable value of solitude when it comes to preparing to teach the Bible. They speak about the significance of seeking input on your teachings, both before and after the message has been deliv…

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Sending Out Church Planters – Nick Cady and Justin Thornton 38:24

4M ago38:24

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Welcome to the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast, where we talk about all things church planting. I’m your host Brian Kelly, and today, we're honored to have Nick Cady co-hosting the episode. We also have a special guest Justin Thornton, who is the Director of Multiplication and Church Planting at the Christian and Missionary Alliance. Justin is an…

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You Must Be a Good Listener in Order to Become a Great Speaker - Brian Synnott 45:24

5M ago45:24

45:24

Brian Synott sits down with Mike Neglia for a discussion about bivocational ministry, therapy, addiction recovery and prison ministry. He recounts his first sermon at a hyper-charismatic youth group in county Cork, Ireland in the late 1980s and the significant growth that has taken place in his ministry since then. They speak about the surprising i…

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Why You Should Stop Saying "We" in Your Messages with Carey Nieuwhof 47:20

5M ago47:20

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Should preachers use the humble "we" or the personalised "you" when speaking to their congregations? Should busy leaders take breakfast meetings? Should sermon preparation nourish the soul of the pastor? Carey Nieuwhof answers these questions and more in this captivating and compelling conversation with Mike. We'll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse a…

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Expository Preaching Enables Transformative Encounters With God Himself 24:38

5M ago24:38

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Jim Wilson spoke powerfully during the opening address from our Temecula Expositors Collective gathering from Romans 12 about how expository preaching brings the hearers into contact with God and how that will necessarily provoke and invite life transformation. Jim Wilson started preaching when he was 17, became a pastor when he was 18 and served a…

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Applied Pneumatology: What Is the Holy Spirit Doing When We Preach? 50:14

5M ago50:14

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Professor, author and lay-preacher Fred Sanders speaks with Mike about what exactly the Holy Spirit is doing as we prepare a sermon, deliver it, and also what He is doing in the hearts, minds and lives of our hearers. He speaks about the second noetic office of the Spirit, the unremarkable sermon that sparked the Asbury Revival and inspiring trends…

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The Importance of Friendship – Mike Neglia and Clay Worrell 36:27

5M ago36:27

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Welcome to the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast with your host, Brian Kelly. In today's episode, we're diving into a crucial aspect often overlooked in ministry—friendship. Joining us are two of my friends, Mike Neglia and Clay Worrell. Mike and Clay bring unique perspectives on the transformative power of authentic connections in church leadershi…

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Rejected Yet Rejoicing 31:05

6M ago31:05

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At the final session of our Austin preachers training event, Tim Chaddick speaks from the parable of the sower (Mark 4:1-20) and gives 4 practical principles and 3 encouragements for Bible teachers. Tim Chaddick is the Pastor for Preaching at Reality Ventura and Founding Pastor of Reality Church London and Reality LA. A native to California, Tim's …

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Beyond Words: Sermon Illustrations and the Preacher Who Could Not Speak 1:00:26

6M ago1:00:26

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"In this touching episode, Brother Jim Wilson and Mike delve into the profound experience of losing one's voice as a preacher. Jim recounts a challenging nine-month period of voicelessness, sharing the emotional and practical hurdles he faced. They explore the paradox of a speaker unable to speak and a preacher unable to preach, touching on various…

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Creatives & Music Ministry - Adam Dobbs and Shay Carlucci 43:54

6M ago43:54

43:54

Happy new year everyone! Welcome to a new episode and a new season of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast. I’m your host Brian Kelly, and today I am joined by two creatives, Adam Dobbs and Shay Carlucci. Adam and Shay have just launched CGN Music. CGN Music is a collaborative ministry that brings together musicians and worshippers from around the…

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Integrity Outweighs Technique with Marcus Honeysett 1:05:48

6M ago1:05:48

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Tune in to this deep-dive podcast episode where we explore the essence of spiritual leadership with Marcus Honeysett! We'll unpack the technical aspects of preaching, how the pulpit shapes a culture of truth and love, but also its limitations. Mike and Marcus delve into why a leader's character outweighs their skills, emphasizing the significance o…

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Trauma, Crisis, Brokenness and the Pulpit with Krista Fox - REBROADCAST 48:47

6M ago48:47

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Trauma, Crisis and Brokenness are part of the human experience and as pastors, disciple-makers and Bible teachers we need to be aware of how God's Word and God's Spirit empower us to listen well, speak carefully and actually HELP people. Krista Fox speaks about her experience as a missionary in in the Amazonian region of Brazil in Belem, Para worki…

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Helping Out At A Church Plant - Shannon & Jessie Quintana 34:33

6M ago34:33

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Welcome to another episode of the Cultivate Church PlantingPodcast. Today I’m joined by my good friends and ministry partners Jessie and Shannon Quintana. Jessie and Shannon made a one-year commitment to move out to Florida and help us with our church plant. It was incredibly helpful. Shannon was our worship leader, and Jessie helped set up our med…

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Self Awareness in the Life of a Preacher (Mike Neglia + Riley Taylor) 33:48

7M ago33:48

33:48

In the most downloaded episode of 2023, Riley Taylor interviews Mike Neglia in Seattle, Washington about how preaching is a bidirectional act of love, love towards God and love towards people, why pastors should aspire to be “normal people” full of hospitable practices, attentiveness towards their cities and congregations and self-awareness, and th…

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Should Bible Teachers Ever Allegorize the Old Testament? 28:39

7M ago28:39

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In this panel discussion (Recorded in Austin, Texas) questions are asked about the proper interpretation of the Old Testament in light of the New, how to avoid insider language as we preach, the danger of pride in the heart of the teacher, how to handle heartbreak in the ministry, and the question "How do I know if I'm actually called to teach?" Re…

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Planting In Prison - Ernesto "Biggie" Cobian 38:54

7M ago38:54

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Hello and welcome to another episode of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast. I’m your host Brian Kelly, and today I’m joined by my best friend Ernesto Cobian. Me and Ernesto -- also known as biggie or pastor biggs -- have been doing ministry together for a long time. He is currently the executive director of the Christian Prison Ministry of Middl…

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Mentorship Means Giving Time, Access, Instruction and Opportunity 25:16

7M ago25:16

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Modeling, Instruction, Time, Access, Opportunity Biblical Basis: • 2Ti 2:1 • Jesus mentored the Twelve—“his own who were in the world” (John 13:1)—to know him (and, through him, to know the Father) and to re-present God's love in the world.• Jethro to Moses, Moses to Joshua, Eli to Samuel, Elijah to Elisha, Mordecai to Esther, Jesus to His disciple…

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