JP Pokluda
Lead pastor of Harris Creek Baptist Church in Waco, Texas and formerly the leader of The Porch in Dallas, Texas. Author of numerous books and known for inspiring young adults to radically follow Jesus.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 9min
CNLP 749 | Revival Series Pt. 5 | Why God is Moving So Powerfully Now: JP Pokluda on Gen Z and Gen Alpha Revival and How to Share the Gospel with Your Uber Driver
JP Pokluda, lead pastor of Harris Creek Baptist Church, shares insights on the powerful movement of God among Gen Z and Gen Alpha. He highlights the unique openness of younger generations to faith discussions and offers practical strategies for personal evangelism in everyday encounters. Pokluda also discusses the significance of recent biblical events and their implications for modern faith. He emphasizes the revival among college students and the need for churches to adapt to today's challenges while nurturing community ties.
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Apr 25, 2023 • 1h 27min
CNLP 566 | JP Pokluda on ChatGPT and Preaching, The Preaching Process He Uses, Gen Z Church and The Virtues and Vices of Leaders
In this episode, JP Pokluda talks about preaching and reaching young adults, ChatGPT, AI and what it means for preachers. He shares the exact preaching process he uses, what Gen Z church might look like, his thoughts on the Asbury revival, and the virtues and vices of leaders. Show Notes Church Leader Toolkit On The Rise Newsletter
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Jul 10, 2024 • 1h 16min
S13 Ep232: Christians Over-Spiritualizing Dating... “God Told me You’re my Spouse" with JP Pokluda
In this engaging discussion, JP Pokluda, a thought leader in Christian dating, provides insights on the pitfalls of over-spiritualizing relationships. He emphasizes how phrases like 'God told me' can complicate romantic connections. Personal anecdotes illustrate the need for emotional communication and realistic expectations. JP advocates for balancing faith with practical wisdom while navigating dating, urging listeners to discern true spiritual guidance from personal feelings. This conversation is both enlightening and relatable, as it tackles modern dating challenges in a faith context.
Jul 30, 2020 • 1h 15min
CNLP 359 | JP Pokluda on the Future of Online Preaching, What Pastors Can Learn from YouTubers, and How to Influence the Next Generation
JP Pokluda, an expert in online preaching, dives into how churches can adapt to digital landscapes and learn from successful YouTubers. He discusses innovation in ministry to avoid stagnation and emphasizes the need for authenticity in leadership to genuinely engage the next generation. The impact of fatigue on church decision-making is highlighted, along with strategies for fostering community in a digital age. This engaging conversation sheds light on evolving practices to connect today’s youth with faith.
Mar 4, 2021 • 41min
S7: 10 - A Totally Different Way to Date with JP Pokluda
Former leader of a singles ministry, JP Pokluda, talks with Jennie Allen about the challenges of modern dating, including fear, low self-esteem, and lack of communication. They discuss the impact of pornography on relationships and the importance of valuing inner qualities over external beauty. They also explore the role of friends in finding potential matches.
