Best Dr John R Vitale Podcasts (2024)

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Interview with John R. Miles, Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 18 23:09

1d ago23:09

23:09

In this episode of Next Step Leadership Podcast, Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell continue their chat with John R. Miles. Author of the book and host of the podcast, Passion Struck, John knows much about when life faces change. He knows about uncertainty and redirection. He also knows about dreaming big and enduring hopes. His podcast brings many s…

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Interview with John R. Miles, Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 17 22:19

8d ago22:19

22:19

Chris and Tracy continue enjoying helpful conversations with their guests in Next Step Leadership. Each podcast brings new thoughts and ideas. In this episode, they talk with John R. Miles. John tells his story—an interesting and diverse career from serving in the military, national security, management consultant, leading cyber security practice, …

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Interview with Dr. Jen Bennett, Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 16 24:05

15d ago24:05

24:05

In their second conversation with author and professor Dr. Jen Bennet, Tracy and Chris believe all listeners will value greatly from her wisdom. Her years of serving in the academic world, her great advice on online ministry and marketing, her willingness to move geographically and accept change, and her battle with their house burning down are all…

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Interview with Dr. Jen Bennett, Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 15 24:13

22d ago24:13

24:13

Dr. Jen Bennett is this week's guest on Next Step Leadership Podcast. Tracy and Chris are excited for you to hear her wisdom. As an educator, writer, and speaker, Jen never imagined herself doing the work God has her doing. She's continued education and ministry, while serving business leaders for their online presence. Her book Be Worth Following …

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Interview with Ann Byle, Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 14 23:15

29d ago23:15

23:15

In this episode of Next Step Leadership, Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell continue their conversation with author Ann Byle. Last week’s podcast caused listeners to smile as they thought about how a flock of hens can offer wisdom for today’s leaders. Ann continues this week by giving ideas from her years of experience and her latest book, Chicken Sc…

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Interview with Ann Byle, Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 13 22:16

1M ago22:16

22:16

Ann Byle offers a wonderful perspective in this week’s episode of Next Step Leadership. Chris and Tracy haven’t invited animals to their podcast, but Ann offers great wisdom from chickens. Her latest book, Chicken Scratch: Lessons on Living Creatively From a Flock of Hens, shows how Ann discovered that her chickens provide valuable insight and insp…

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Interview with Brenda Quinn, Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 12 22:13

1M ago22:13

22:13

The Next Step Leadership podcast offers a variety of perspectives from many different speakers. Hosts Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell hope to encourage each person who listens to continue their journey—and to guide many others with them. Brenda Quinn is their guest again this week. What she has learned through Richard Foster and other leaders has …

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Interview with Brenda Quinn, Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 11 22:44

2M ago22:44

22:44

Tracy and Chris enjoy their conversations with each other and with guests. They hope you enjoy their weekly podcasts and that you are encouraged. This week, their guest Brenda Quinn brings deep wisdom and spiritual care. Brenda is Pastor of Spiritual Formation in Colorado and is passionate about soul care for leaders. That is such a vital topic. Li…

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Interview with Steve Ely, Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 10 23:37

2M ago23:37

23:37

Pastor Steve Ely continues as the guest in this episode of Next Step Leadership with Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell. As mentioned last week, Steve serves as the Director of Clergy Development for the International Pentecostal Holiness Church. He’s also the author of Climate Change, a book about the climate of today’s Christianity. In this convers…

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Interview with Steve Ely, Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 9 22:39

2M ago22:39

22:39

Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds enjoyed their conversation with Steve Ely. Steve is the Director of Clergy Development for the International Pentecostal Holiness Church. He has pastored a local congregation and served in various roles of ministry through the years. In his present position, Steve hopes to offer care and encouragement to clergy acro…

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Interview with Steve Spillman, Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 8 23:09

3M ago23:09

23:09

This is the second episode of Chris and Tracy’s conversation with Steve Spillman of True Potential. What has God called you to say? How does He want you to tell others your story? How can you help others discover God’s love? Steve offers great wisdom for how to get stories to others. He talks about the latest books by Chris and Tracy, “Equilibrium”…

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Interview with Steve Spillman, Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 7 23:12

3M ago23:12

23:12

Have you ever wanted to write a book? Is your story important? Will anyone want to read your story? How can you write and publish a book? Many of today’s leaders are asking those questions and thinking about those possibilities. Tracy Reynolds wrote his first book last year. Chris Maxwell‘s 12th book will be coming out later this year. Their publis…

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Interview with Beth Erwin, Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 6 19:38

3M ago19:38

19:38

Beth Erwin is again the guest for Tracy and Chris in the Next Step Leadership podcast. In this episode, they talk more about the amazing message of Beth’s book Wander No More: Stepping Out of the Wilderness Into Abundant Life. Bad things do happen. Life isn’t always easy. People often distance themselves from God’s love and joy. But we all have a p…

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Interview with Beth Erwin, Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 5 23:05

3M ago23:05

23:05

In this episode of Next Step Leadership, Chris and Tracy talk with Beth Erwin. Beth’s book is Wander No More: Stepping Out of the Wilderness Into Abundant Life. She tells her story of a life with many seasons. Coming from a background of pain and sadness to now leading a ministry of healing, Beth offers assurance for those who face difficulties. He…

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Interview with Beth and Eddie Taylor, Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 4 23:57

3M ago23:57

23:57

This episode of Next Step Leadership Podcast continues the conversation Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell have with Eddie and Beth Taylor. The Taylors are spending time pouring into the leadership of churches during these difficult seasons. Instead of being defeated by church conflict and division or an anti-church culture, they believe we can walk …

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Interview with Beth and Eddie Taylor, Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 3 23:34

4M ago23:34

23:34

People love to listen to stories. Don’t you? As leaders, we all understand the power of narratives. In this episode of Next Step Leadership, Eddie and Beth Taylor tell us their stories. Listen to how God has guided their journeys related to becoming followers of Jesus, marriage, family, their calling into ministry, years of pastoring a local church…

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Interview with Peter Greer, Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 2 24:07

4M ago24:07

24:07

This week’s episode of Next Step Leadership continues the conversation with Peter Greer. Tracy and Chris were honored to listen to Peter and learn from his story. Mission work doesn’t always need to be done the same way it has always been done. New opportunities are all around us. What is microbusiness? Why is it important? How can we do more than …

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Interview with Peter Greer, Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 1 22:23

4M ago22:23

22:23

It is time for Season Four of Next Step Leadership Podcast with Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell. Isn’t that hard to believe? Each episode offers audiences a chance to gain information and inspiration. And this week’s podcast is one of the best in all the previous three seasons. Peter Greer, author and President & CEO of Hope International, is the …

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Interview with Jon Shabaglian, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 52 23:27

4M ago23:27

23:27

Jon Shabaglian continues telling his story to Tracy and Chris in this episode of Next Step Leadership. Jon knows about pain, about difficulty, about reconciliation, about praise, about intercession. He offers his insight to us, believing God is calling us all deeper into His presence and into healthy relationships with many others from many places.…

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Interview with Jon Shabaglian, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 51 23:19

5M ago23:19

23:19

In this week’s episode of Next Step Leadership, Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds interview Jon Shabaglian. Jon is a recording artist, singer, songwriter, and minister seeking to bring God’s hands and people’s hands together. God continues creating psalmists, Jon believes. He tells his story of international influence, family trauma, musical styles,…

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Interview with Seana Scott, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 50 21:29

5M ago21:29

21:29

Seana Scott continues her conversation with Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell in this episode of Next Step Leadership. She talks about those people who helped her come to know Jesus and also the need for people to mentor her in that spiritual journey. She is now seeking to be there for those needing the right type of spiritual mentors. Through her w…

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Interview with Seana Scott, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 49 24:04

5M ago24:04

24:04

Tracy and Chris loved their conversation with Seana Scott. They believe you will also. Seana is a biblical teacher and writer. She brings a wonderful perspective on spiritual growth and development. As in most of the first episodes with their guests, Tracy and Chris ask Seana to tell her story. Though she did not grow up in a Christian home, she wa…

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Interview with Bill Schwartz, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 48 24:08

5M ago24:08

24:08

Tracy and Chris are honored to continue their dialogue with missionary, pastor, and leader Bill Schwartz. As Bill reminds us, there will be distractions in life. But he encourages us to have a life statement reminding us that we should “live to make a difference.” He and his family seek to do that. He invites us all to say yes to that invitation. S…

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Interview with Bill Schwartz, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 47 23:22

6M ago23:22

23:22

Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds hope you take time to listen to each podcast. But they want to be sure you do not miss their conversations with missionary, pastor, and leader Bill Schwartz. In this episode you will learn from Bill’s life story. His narrative reminds the audience that there can be deep pain in our stories and clouds over our lives.…

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Interview with Sergio Castro, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 46 23:25

6M ago23:25

23:25

In this episode of Next Step Leadership, Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell continue their inspiring chat with Sergio Castro. Sergio, his wife and children now live in North Carolina, after years in the nation of Columbia. Sergio displays authentic, humble, caring leadership. Serving now at Living Hope Church, Sergio still helps lead a network of chu…

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Interview with Sergio Castro, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 45 23:12

6M ago23:12

23:12

Chris and Tracy loved their conversation with Sergio Castro. They spent time with Sergio as he moved from the nation of Columbia as a preacher’s kid and attended college at Emmanuel University. Sergio and his wife have served in ministry in Columbia since graduating from Emmanuel, and they now live in North Carolina where Sergio is on staff at Livi…

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Interview with David Cooper, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 44 22:16

6M ago22:16

22:16

Chris and Tracy continue their conversation with Pastor David Cooper. As you listen to Pastor Cooper’s decades of wisdom and insight, take notes. His ideas are thoughts needed for today’s leaders. Pastor Cooper loves and lives the values of preaching God’s word, having a deep walk with Jesus, working to reach people for the Kingdom, and guiding the…

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Interview with David Cooper, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 43 22:33

6M ago22:33

22:33

David Cooper is a true leader. Through his years of pastoring, playing music, writing, and speaking, many followers have learned how to take the right steps through Pastor Cooper’s guidance. Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell were honored to spend time with him. Pastor Cooper is the lead pastor of Mount Paran Church near Atlanta, which has over 13,00…

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Interview with Terry A. Smith, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 42 24:20

7M ago24:20

24:20

In their second conversation with pastor and author Terry A. Smith, Tracy and Chris continue a fascinating dialogue. Pastor Smith offers deep insight from his years of leadership and his creative mind. Smith’s book, The Hospitable Leader, provides practical ways for today’s leaders to set biblical examples in this modern culture. Yes, every pastor …

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Interview with Terry A. Smith, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 41 22:02

7M ago22:02

22:02

Tracy and Chris were honored to have a wonderful conversation with pastor and author Terry A. Smith. Terry offers insight for leaders in church, business, and community. Through his years of pastoral leadership, Terry has guided his congregation and his culture to deep care and genuine service. Listen to this episode of Next Step Leadership. Invite…

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Interview with Brian Burgess, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 40 29:58

7M ago29:58

29:58

This episode of Next Step Leadership continues the story of Pastor Brian Burgess. Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds could have chosen to just focus on vision and mission, letting Brian offer his insight. He could have told success stories and offered guidance for today’s leaders. But life isn’t easy. Ministry is hard. Leadership carries deep wounds.…

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Interview with Brian Burgess, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 39 22:51

7M ago22:51

22:51

Pastor Brian Burgess brings another timely story to Next Step Leadership. Tracy and Chris invite you to listen to Brian’s story and to learn lessons from his narrative. Brian knows about leading and pastoring. He knows about family and modern trends. He knows about stress and burnout. Brian brings his authentic heart as he talks about how much he h…

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Interview with Shell Osbon, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 38 24:07

8M ago24:07

24:07

This episode of Next Step Leadership continues the conversation with Tracy Reynolds, Chris Maxwell, and their guest Pastor Shell Osbon. He tells more stories from his book “It’s Not Good for Leaders to Lead Alone.” The title of his book is a perfect fit for what Chris and Tracy want each listener to always remember. We need one another. We aren’t t…

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Interview with Shell Osbon, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 37 23:37

8M ago23:37

23:37

Pastor Shell Osbon is this week’s guest in Next Step Leadership. Chris and Tracy believe all the listeners will love hearing Shell’s story. He is a lead pastor and has recently written a leadership book which is the perfect fit for this podcast’s audience, “It’s Not Good for Leaders to Lead Alone.” As Pastor Osbon tells his story, listen and think …

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Interview with Dan Reiland, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 36 24:01

8M ago24:01

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In this episode, Chris and Tracy continue a great conversation with Dan Reiland. Through his writing and mentoring, Dan brings a variety of practices to guide new and established leaders. Dan offers Scripture and experience, providing wisdom so needed in this season. Prayer is another area Dan discusses. How can today’s leaders pursue the life of a…

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Interview with Dan Reiland, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 35 21:49

8M ago21:49

21:49

Tracy and Chris are honored to enjoy another interview with a previous guest. Author, leader, minister Dan Reiland is this episode’s guest. Dan writes and speaks with the hope of guiding audiences toward a season of wisdom. How can today’s leaders train followers in a world controlled by hurry? Dan wants leaders to grasp these two important words: …

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Interview with Margaret Turner, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 34 25:18

9M ago25:18

25:18

In their second conversation with Margaret Turner, Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell continue smiling as they see where God has guided their dear friend. Margaret is an example of a young leader who has pursued big dreams and not given up. Today’s culture needs leaders who refuse to waver but choose to endure. Margaret talks about adopting an intern…

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Interview with Margaret Turner, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 33 23:06

9M ago23:06

23:06

Chris and Tracy have known Margaret Turner for many years. They are honored to talk to her in this episode of Next Step Leadership. They have seen Margaret pursue dreams and work hard to let those dreams come to life. What can you learn from her story? What is keeping you from pursuing your own dreams? Margaret tells her story about the journey tow…

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Interview with Bronson Crawford, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 32 21:37

9M ago21:37

21:37

Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds continue their honest dialogue with Pastor Bronson Crawford. Bronson has learned much through his years of ministry and he shares much of that with us. God is a God of seasons. He sees through a different perspective. What our culture considers failure might be just what God wants for the building of His kingdom. Ma…

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Interview with Bronson Crawford, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 31 22:54

9M ago22:54

22:54

Bronson Crawford offers his wisdom in this episode of Next Step Leadership Podcast. Tracy and Chris listen to Pastor Bronson—Stewardship Director at Athens Church and former lead pastor for seven years—as he provides a perspective of the joys, the endurance, the development, and the difficulties of life in ministry. As you listen to his narrative, …

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Interview with Stacy Cope, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 30 22:02

10M ago22:02

22:02

This episode in the second interview with Pastor Stacy Cope. Chris and Tracy ask you to join them as they listen to Pastor Stacy’s stories. Parts of his narrative are included in the books he has written. When you think about his books, when you read them, be sure to remember this: Pastor Stacy never expected to be able to write books. Like each of…

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Interview with Stacy Cope, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 29 23:18

10M ago23:18

23:18

Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell are honored to have a conversation with Pastor Stacy Cope. Pastor Cope is a tremendous story teller. And he has many stories to tell. Like each guest Tracy and Chris welcome on the Next Step Leadership Podcast, this episode begins with the testimony of Pastor Cope. Listening to his story, leaders will hear again how…

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Interview with TJ Rosene, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 28 24:03

10M ago24:03

24:03

In this episode of Next Step Leadership, Chris and Tracy are honored again to enjoy a conversation with Coach TJ Rosene. Coach Rosen is the men’s basketball coach at Emmanuel University and leads in many areas in the basketball world. He also motivates other leaders in whatever field they serve. Take time to listen and learn from Coach Rosene. His …

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Interview with TJ Rosene, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 27 22:07

10M ago22:07

22:07

TJ Rosene is the men’s basketball coach at Emmanuel University and host of the Hardwood Hustle Podcast. Coach Rosene also serves with Point Guard College, training and developing basketball coaches and student athletes. TJ helps coaches become the best coaches, and the best people, they can be. They seek to be a light in the basketball world, hopin…

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Interview with Erik Goss, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 26 22:13

10M ago22:13

22:13

This episode of Next Step Leadership continues the conversation with Erik Goss. Experiences which seemed to shut doors can actually become opportunities which opened doors. How does that fit in your story? How can your grim situation be the right time for God to turn a desert into an oasis? Have you forgotten the truth of God’s deep love for you? W…

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Interview with Erik Goss, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 25 26:18

11M ago26:18

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In this week’s episode of Next Step Leadership, Tracy and Chris enjoy their conversation with Erik Goss. Today’s leaders need to hear from Erik. He offers years of experience in providing ways of connecting with children through media. Rather than just telling children what not to watch, why don’t we offer them better options to learn truth through…

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Interview with Hans Hess, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 24 23:15

11M ago23:15

23:15

This week offers another conversation with Pastor Hans Hess. His evangelistic heart and academic mind come out in his comments. Hans believes the hope of winning people to Jesus directs him in each of his roles. His pastoral experience offers depth to his stories. Pastoring isn’t simple. Death of a spouse isn’t easy. Discerning God’s guidance isn’t…

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Interview with Hans Hess, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 23 22:13

11M ago22:13

22:13

Pastor Hans Hess joins Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds for this week’s Next Step Leadership Podcast. Hans is a scholar, a musician, a pastor, an evangelist, an author, and a fabulous communicator. His biblical depth and his pastoral heart offer appropriate guidance for today’s leaders. He leads with a desire to bring the love of Jesus to people ar…

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Interview with Jim Thornber, Part 2 - Season 3, Episode 22 23:48

11M ago23:48

23:48

Jim Thornber continues this week as the guest in Next Step Leadership. His stories remind listeners of lessons he’s learned from orthodox obedience, holy joy, biblical study, and deep grief. Jim hopes audiences hear from his heart as he reveals God’s peace as it visits during life’s tough experiences. Listen to his words as he talks about his wife'…

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Interview with Jim Thornber, Part 1 - Season 3, Episode 21 21:07

12M ago21:07

21:07

Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell are honored to learn from Pastor Jim Thornber. Jim tells his joyful and painful story about life, ministry, and grief. Jim has written two books—he talks about those books, about his spiritual journey, and about the goodness of God. He also talks about the death of his wife. Jim brings a mixture of experiences, offe…

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