Pastors Talk - A podcast by 9Marks

In this episode of Pastors Talk, Jonathan Leeman chats with Mark Dever about gathering twice on Sundays, and why it might be good for your church to be “inconvenient.”

Recently, there’s been lots of conversation about what constitutes plagiarism in the pulpit.So Jonathan Leeman chatted with Mark Dever and Ben Lacey about the topic.

Why is the Lord’s Supper so important? What should ordinary Christians know about it?Jonathan Leeman interviews Aubrey M. Sequeira and Sam Emadi about this question.

Have you ever asked, “How can I find someone to disciple me?”In this episode of Pastors Talk, Jonathan Leeman chats with Mark Dever, Garrett Kell, and Mike McKinley about that common question.

In this episode of Pastors Talk, Jonathan Leeman chats with David Helm, Juan Sanchez, and Michael Lawrence about the unique blessings and burdens of parenting your kids while also pastoring your church.

Does God love everyone?Jonathan Leeman chats with Mark Dever, Mike McKinley, and Matt McCullough about our new Church Questions booklet on that important question.

Kevin DeYoung recently wrote a new book—"Men and Women in the Church: A Short, Biblical, Practical Introduction". In this episode of Pastors Talk, Jonathan Leeman chats with Mark Dever and DeYoung about the role of men and women in healthy churches.

Most Christians know that they should give to their church, but fewer know why they should. In this episode of Pastors Talk, Jonathan Leeman chats with Mark Dever and Jamie Dunlop about this topic, which is also covered in Jamie's new booklet, "Why Should I Give to My Church?"

Membership interviews are essential for pastor-prospective member interactions. They delve into personal testimonies and beliefs, balancing structure with individual stories. The discussion spans various denominations, revealing how membership practices differ yet emphasize personal faith. Elders and lay members play crucial roles, fostering a welcoming environment for everyone. The interviews promote accountability and care, contributing to healthy congregation dynamics and genuine faith development.

What does the Bible say about deacons? How are they different than elders? Should they balance the authority of the elders?In this episode of Pastors Talk, Jonathan Leeman chats with Mark Dever and Matt Smethurst about his new book.