Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe Pastor’s Dilemma: Loving Preaching, Loathing Sermon Prep
Do you love to preach but at times loathe sermon prep? Do you find preaching incredibly fulfilling yet preparation frustrating or even overwhelming?…
10 months ago
Approval Addiction, People Pleasing, and How Pastors Can Let Go
Most pastors want to be liked and respected by their congregations. This desire is part of the reason they are motivated to serve others. However, a…
10 months ago
The Burge Report: Does Homeschooling Change the Political and Religious Views of Children?
We’ve all heard the stereotypes of homeschooled children. But what does the data say? Ryan Burge joins Sam on the show to discuss the facts. The co-…
10 months ago
A Checklist for Making Your First Hire in the Church
Most pastors go through the process of hiring someone to help them minister to the church. What should you do for your first hire? Josh and Sam walk…
10 months, 1 week ago
Um, Uh, and You Know: Killer Fillers in Public Speaking
Preachers and other public speakers should avoid these fillers in public speaking. Sam and Thom listened to several podcasts and sermons, where they…
10 months, 1 week ago
Going to a Dead Church on Purpose
No church should die, but some will die. What if God calls you to a church that just isn’t going to make it? Josh and Sam discuss how pastors can sh…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Five Ways to Report Truthful Worship Attendance
When Sam and Thom research local churches, they inevitably calculate average worship attendance. But how can they tell if it’s accurate or not? They…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Young Pastors Are Rare (Here Is What Happened)
The typical age of a pastor is around 60 years old. Young pastors are becoming increasingly rare. What happened? Josh and Sam discuss some demograph…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
How Wedding Ceremonies Are Different Than in the 1990s (A Pastor’s Perspective)
Wedding ceremonies today are very different from those of the 1990s. Thom and Sam discuss what’s changed. What’s surprising and what’s not?
Some …10 months, 3 weeks ago
Should Churches Share Their Campuses with Other Non-Profits?
Many church buildings sit empty for a good portion of the week. What are the pros and cons of sharing the campus with other non-profits? Josh and Sa…
11 months ago