Pastors Podcast

Prayer is often underfunded and undervalued in church structures, even though it’s a key to walking in increased power and authority. Pastors Banning Liebscher, Becky Johnson, and Pete Greig, Founder, 24-7 Prayer International, Senior Pastor Emmaus Rd Church in England, discuss practical steps to prioritizing prayer in our churches, and the delicate balance between being  a relational leader that also maintains a strong, intentional strategy. Are you interested in registering for Pastors Conference 2025 tickets? Use the discount code PASTORSPOD for 30% off visit https://jesusculture.com/events/pastors-conference/ For more information and access to helpful resources visit https://jesusculture.com/    Follow along on social media: Host Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning/ Episode Guest Host Becky Johnson https://www.instagram.com/beckyfoxjohnson/ Guest Pete Greig https://www.instagram.com/pete.greig/?hl=en To learn more about our guest visit https://www.24-7prayer.com/ and https://www.emmausrd.com/     Interested in the Jesus Culture School of Leadership? Stay connected with upcoming information, click here: https://www.getdrip.com/forms/192245513/submissions/new

Leadership is a gift, but it requires a deep reliance on hearing God’s voice and a willingness to flow in our calling without putting limitations on what He can do. Pastors Banning Liebscher and Wes Dunn are joined by Tamara Bennett, Senior Pastor of This Is Pentecost Fellowship Ministries, to talk about how leaders can sometimes overlook the harvest right in front of them because they are distracted by various pressures and concerns. Our own testimony plays a critical role in this process; by being transparent about our struggles, we offer hope to others. Are you interested in registering for Pastors Conference 2025 tickets? Use the discount code PASTORSPOD for 30% off visit https://jesusculture.com/events/pastors-conference/ For more information and access to helpful resources visit https://jesusculture.com/    Follow along on social media: Podcast Host Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning/ Episode Guest Host Wes Dunn https://www.instagram.com/wesdunn/ Episode Guest Tamara Bennett https://www.instagram.com/pastortamarabennett/ To learn more about our guest visit https://www.tamarabennettministries.com/ Interested in the Jesus Culture School of Leadership? Stay connected with upcoming information, click here: https://www.getdrip.com/forms/192245513/submissions/new

As shepherds, our role isn’t just to feed the sheep, it’s to create a hunger for God’s voice. But how do we do that? Pastors Banning Liebscher and Mark McGovern talk with Pete Hughes, Vicar and Lead Pastor of King’s Cross Church in London, England, about how to practically wait on the Holy Spirit’s guidance in the preparation and delivery of sermons. Preaching isn’t just about delivering a message; it’s about creating an environment where people can hear from God in a tangible way. Are you interested in registering for Pastors Conference 2025 tickets? Use the discount code PASTORSPOD for 30% off visit https://jesusculture.com/events/pastors-conference/ For more information and access to helpful resources visit https://jesusculture.com/ Follow along on social media: Podcast Host Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning/ Episode Guest Pete Hughes https://www.instagram.com/petehughes/ Episode Guest Host Mark McGovern https://www.instagram.com/mrmarkmcgovern/ Interested in the Jesus Culture School of Leadership? Stay connected with upcoming information, click here: https://www.getdrip.com/forms/192245513/submissions/new

In this episode, Pastors Banning Liebscher and Mark McGovern, Co-Lead Pastor of Experience Church in San Francisco and Co-Founder of Pray the Bay, discuss two key topics: staying grounded in scripture and compassion while pastoring across diverse communities, and the importance of pursuing connection with fellow pastors within the local church. They highlight how vital it is for pastors to support one another and to be equipped to engage others with grace in challenging times. To learn more about Mark McGovern, visit https://www.exp.church/ and https://praythebay.org/ Follow Mark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrmarkmcgovern/ Are you interested in registering for Pastors Conference 2025 tickets? Use the discount code PASTORSPOD for 30% off visit https://jesusculture.com/events/pastors-conference/ Interested in the Jesus Culture School of Leadership? Stay connected with upcoming information, click here: https://www.getdrip.com/forms/192245513/submissions/new For more information and access to helpful resources visit https://jesusculture.com/

True leadership points others to Jesus and not to our own platform. Pastor Banning Liebscher is joined by Pastor Becky Johnson and Natalie Runion, founder of Raised to Stay, to tackle the challenges of navigating pushback, criticism, and unmet expectations, especially in the age of social media and the online world. Whether it’s from fellow believers or critics outside the church, negative feedback can be tough to handle. But as leaders, it’s possible to develop a thick skin without losing a soft heart. To learn more about our guest Natalie Runion visit https://natalierunion.com/ and follow her on social media https://www.instagram.com/raisedtostay/?hl=en Are you interested in registering for Pastors Conference 2025 tickets? Visit https://jesusculture.com/events/pastors-conference/ and use the discount code PASTORSPOD for 30% off. For more information and access to helpful resources visit https://jesusculture.com/

If you’re struggling to stay focused on the long-term vision or feeling disconnected from the miracles happening around you, this episode will help you rediscover the awe and wonder that God intended for us. Pastors Banning Liebscher and Kari Maddox sit down with Mark Batterson, Lead Pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. and New York Times bestselling author of 24 books, including his most recent A Million Little Miracles: Rediscover the God Who Is Bigger Than Big, Closer Than Close, and Gooder Than Good. Enjoy this conversation as they explore the profound truth that God is at work in every moment—from the smallest details to the biggest breakthroughs. To learn more about our guest Mark Batterson visit markbatterson.com and follow him on social media  https://www.instagram.com/markbatterson You can also purchase his latest book, A Million Little Miracles https://www.amazon.com/Million-Little-Miracles-Rediscover-Bigger-ebook/dp/B0CVZKKL8L To apply for Jesus Culture School of Leadership or find out more information visit http://www.jcsl.online Are you interested in registering for Pastors Conference 2025 tickets? Use the discount code PASTORSPOD for 30% off, visit https://jesusculture.com/events/pastors-conference/  For more information and access to helpful resources visit https://jesusculture.com/

For pastors and leaders, it’s easy to get caught up in the pressures of performance, popularity, and titles — but effective leadership begins when we stop seeking recognition and start embracing our calling. Tim Timberlake, Senior Pastor at Celebration Church in Jacksonville, Florida, shares personal insights with Pastors Banning Liebscher and Kari Maddox, from his own journey through trials, family hardships, and church leadership. To learn more about our guest Tim Timberlake visit https://timtimberlake.tv/ and follow him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ttimberlake/?hl=en To apply for the Jesus Culture School of Leadership or to find out more information visit http://www.jcsl.online Are you interested in registering for Pastors Conference 2025 tickets? Visit https://jesusculture.com/events/pastors-conference/

We must make room for prophets to declare the word of the Lord in our churches, because the prophets help connect the Body of Christ to the heart of God in a unique way. Pastors Phil Manginelli and Julian Adams have an important conversation regarding the need for the relationship between pastors and prophets to be restored, and the value behind intentionally raising up prophets who are in our church communities. To learn more about Pastor Phil Manginelli visit thesquare.org To learn more about Pastor Julian Adams visit julianadams.org Learn more and apply now for the Jesus Culture School of Leadership at jesuscultureschool.com      Want to register for Pastors Conference tickets? Visit jesusculture.com/pastors-conference

Ministry is lonely, and there is a burden that you carry that is not present in other jobs and spheres. Pastors Banning Liebscher, Becky Johnson, and Lyle Phillips process why we as next generation leaders often seek to be impressive and accepted at the cost of obedience. Comparison is a trap that will kill our ministries and get in the way of our impact on the next generation. We have to be free of the spirits they are fighting! To learn more about Pastor Banning visit jesusculture.com To learn more about Pastor Becky Johnson visit jesusculture.com/sacramento To learn more about Pastor Lyle Phillips visit legacynashville.org Learn more and apply now for the Jesus Culture School of Leadership at jesuscultureschool.com     Want to register for Pastors Conference tickets? Visit jesusculture.com/pastors-conference

Leading in ministry as a family is no easy task, but it is possible and fulfilling. Pastors Becky Johnson and Dianna Nepstad talk about the importance of recognizing your personal calling, your spouses calling, and fighting to maintain unity and agreement within your marriage as you lead in ministry and raise children. Our children will be directly impacted by the fruit of our leadership and our willingness to impart Biblical identity to them. To learn more about Pastor Becky Johnson visit jesusculture.com/sacramento To learn more about Pastor Dianna Nepstad visit tfcpeople.com/preacher Learn more and apply now for the Jesus Culture School of Leadership at jesuscultureschool.com    Want to register for Pastors Conference tickets? Visit jesusculture.com/pastors-conference