Pastors Podcast

Jemima Varughese, Senior Associate Pastor of Kingdomcity, shares her journey from New Zealand to leading a global church movement across 22 countries. She discusses the importance of preserving Kingdom principles while allowing local expressions of worship. Jemima emphasizes the need for adaptable, Spirit-led leadership and the significance of investing in youth ministry for long-term growth. With her family actively involved in ministry, she also highlights the balance between organizational systems and spiritual flexibility.

In a fascinating conversation, Richard Gordon, Chief Technology Officer at Bethel Church and Spiritual Director at Bethel School of Technology, shares his punk-rock conversion and journey from engineering to ministry. He emphasizes the importance of credibility in the supernatural and explains how testing miracles glorifies Jesus rather than individuals. Richard also discusses balancing critical thinking with childlike faith, the manifestations of God's glory, and the need for pastors to create space for the Holy Spirit in their ministries.

In a fast-paced, ministry-driven world, it’s easy to push through stress, ignore what’s happening inside, and risk burnout or trauma. Pastors Banning Liebscher and Andrew Gard sit down with Steve Robinson, Founder and Senior Pastor of Church of the King, to talk about soul health, resilience, and leading from a place of wholeness. Learn how to care for your heart and lead well before crisis hits. You can purchase Pastor Steve’s book, Soul Leadership: Rebound from Crisis, Grow in Resilience, Live from Wholeness, where books are sold. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning        Andrew Gard https://www.instagram.com/andrewgard Steve Robinson https://www.instagram.com/steve_robinson_ Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here: https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com.

As pastors and leaders we have to understand that our calling isn’t the same as everyone else’s. Matt Brown, Founder and Lead Pastor of the multisite church Sandals Church, joins Pastors Banning Liebscher and Andrew Gard to unpack the realities of church planting and the challenges of building healthy, sustainable ministry. From raising resources and building strong teams to navigating seasons of disappointment and betrayal, we must remember that Jesus is leading our lives and building His Church. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning        Andrew Gard https://www.instagram.com/andrewgard Matt Brown https://www.instagram.com/matthewstephenbrown Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here: https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com.

Kalley Heiligenthal, a worship leader and pastor known for her creativity and deep faith, shares insights on authentic ministry. She emphasizes the importance of finding joy in private communion with God rather than seeking public affirmation. Kalley discusses the struggles of creatives in today's visibility culture and encourages leading with humility. She also highlights the significance of prioritizing the congregation's encounter with God in worship and nurturing spiritual maturity in creatives, urging leaders to invest in long-term growth.

Therapy won’t get you to Heaven, but it can help you walk in greater wholeness on the way there. Andrew and Dr. Christina Gard, Senior Pastors of Grace City Church in Lakeland, Florida, join Pastor Banning Liebscher for a powerful conversation on Jesus and therapy and why it’s not either/or, but both/and. Mental and emotional health deeply impact our ability to follow Jesus, and therapy can be a safe place to think, feel, and process what’s really going on. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  Andrew Gard https://www.instagram.com/andrewgard Christina Gard https://www.instagram.com/christinagard Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com

True leadership is marked by character, process, and a lifelong commitment to serving others, and there are no shortcuts. Dino Rizzo, Executive Director of ARC and Associate Pastor at Church of the Highlands, shares practical wisdom with Pastors Banning and Dr. Christina Gard on leading with intentionality, generosity, and joy, and letting go of criticism so we can keep serving with humility and hope. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  Dino Rizzo https://www.instagram.com/dinorizzo Christina Gard https://www.instagram.com/christinagard Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com

For anyone in ministry or leadership, this episode is a challenge to be pastors and leaders that lead with humility, and let Scripture both bless and convict us. Pastor Banning Liebscher and Tim Timberlake, Senior Pastor of Celebration Church in Jacksonville, Florida, unpack the importance of hearing from God, rather than performing for people. Our greatest strength isn’t in our ability to preach or lead, but to truly listen and obey the voice of God. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  Tim Timberlake https://www.instagram.com/ttimberlake Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com

What’s the key to grit and resolve in walking out your calling? In this episode, Pastor Banning Liebscher sits down with Dr. Michael Maiden, Senior Pastor of Church for the Nations in Phoenix, author, and prophetic voice, for a conversation that will stir your spirit to believe boldly and take high-risk steps of faith. We are called to cultivate crazy faith, grow in spiritual clarity, and let God’s calling and gifts carry you beyond your natural limits. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  Michael Maiden https://www.instagram.com/mcmaiden Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com

Ultimately, God is pleased when we give our gifts back to Him. Pastor Banning Liebscher sits down with John Wilds, worship leader and songwriter, to discuss the heart of worship, the power of a sincere cry to God, and how worship is a tangible offering to the One who saved us. At the end of the day, it’s His house and His way. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  John Wilds https://www.instagram.com/johnwildsmusic Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com