Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/news/503438-joby-martin-pastors-understand-grace.html Joby Martin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what happens when a church leader has truly been run over by the “grace train" and understands the profound love and grace of God. Last week, we ran our second-most listened to episode of the year, with Jennie Allen. Jennie explains why our emotions are good gifts from God and how that truth fits with the command to take every thought captive. Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/464670-jennie-allen-church-leaders-emotions.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Run Over by the Grace Train: How the Unstoppable Love of God Transforms Everything” by Joby Martin The Church of Eleven22 Check out Joby's website Follow Joby on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/464670-jennie-allen-church-leaders-emotions.html In our next most listened to episode of 2024, Jennie Allen joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain why our emotions are good gifts from God and how that truth fits with the command to take every thought captive.  Last week, we revisited our conversation with Jon Acuff, who shared why church leaders should wholeheartedly pursue their potential and how they can do so in a way that honors God. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/466196-jon-acuff-success-without-destroying-church.html   ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “Get Out of Your Head: Stopping the Spiral of Toxic Thoughts" by Jennie Allen “Untangle Your Emotions: Naming What You Feel and Knowing What to Do About It” by Jennie Allen IF:Gathering Check out Jennie's website Follow Jennie on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube

Jon Acuff, a New York Times bestselling author known for his insights on leadership, shares vital advice for church leaders. He discusses the importance of pursuing one's potential while honoring God. Acuff emphasizes the balance between ambition and character, highlighting how to use personal talents effectively. He also addresses the significance of healthy motivation and self-care in leadership roles. Listeners will gain practical strategies for navigating the complexities of pastoral life and fostering meaningful relationships amidst challenges.

Libin Abraham, the lead pastor of Bentree Bible Fellowship in Texas, shares his journey from South India to pastoral leadership. He discusses the profound challenges of transitioning a church post-pandemic and the critical need for pastors to adhere to God's job description. Topics include the importance of personal boundaries in pastoral care, reconnecting with the gospel's truths to combat cultural disconnection, and evolving evangelism strategies to engage the lost authentically. Abraham's insights inspire a fresh perspective on nurturing spiritual growth in today’s dynamic landscape.

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/502143-david-kinnaman-pastors-skill-set-preaching.html Barna CEO David Kinnaman joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share what the research shows about how pastors are doing and how they can most effectively disciple their people. Nona Jones joined us last week to share what God has taught her about rejection and how she came to see it, not as an enemy, but as a gift. Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/501752-nona-jones-rejection-gift-god.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Faith for Exiles: 5 Ways for a New Generation to Follow Jesus in Digital Babylon” by David Kinnaman Barna Group State of the Church State of Pastors Summit RightNow Conference "Ex-Christians Aren’t the Only Ones Deconstructing Faith" by Barna Group

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/501752-nona-jones-rejection-gift-god.html Nona Jones joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share what God has taught her about rejection and how she came to see it, not as an enemy, but as a gift.  Dr. Jody Dean joined us last week to explain why church administration is an essential part of ministry and how, far from taking away from ministry’s personal side, administration supports and empowers pastoral care. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/501014-jody-dean-church-administration.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Gift of Rejection: Harness Your Pain To Propel Your Purpose” by Nona Jones Open Door Church Check out Nona's website Follow Nona on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/501014-jody-dean-church-administration.html Dr. Jody Dean joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain why church administration is an essential part of ministry and how, far from taking away from ministry’s personal side, administration supports and empowers pastoral care. Rev. Dr. John Dickson joined us last week to discuss the historical impact of Christianity, the importance of acknowledging the church's failures as well as its contributions, and how Christians should engage with culture today. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500763-john-dickson-good-evil-church-history.html  ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/  “Managing the Ministry: A Practical Guide to Church Administration” by Dr. Jody Dean New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Follow Jody on X/Twitter Practical Tools for Church Leaders Brotherhood Mutual Church Community Builder Church Form ChurchLeaders ChurchLaw&Tax Evernote Google Suite Planning Center The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast Todoist

Get notes on this podcast here:   https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500763-john-dickson-good-evil-church-history.html Rev. Dr. John Dickson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss the historical impact of Christianity, the importance of acknowledging the church's failures as well as its contributions, and how Christians should engage with culture today. Mike Cosper joined us last week where, drawing on the work of Hannah Arendt, he explained the dangers of ideological movements within the church and shared how church leaders can resist being captivated by anything other than the gospel. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500594-mike-cosper-church-leaders-resist-banality-evil.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “Bullies and Saints: An Honest Look at the Good and Evil of Christian History” by Rev. Dr. John Dickson “A Doubter's Guide to World Religions: A Fair and Friendly Introduction to the History, Beliefs, and Practices of the Big Five” by Rev. Dr. John Dickson  Check out John's website Follow John on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500594-mike-cosper-church-leaders-resist-banality-evil.html Mike Cosper joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” where, drawing on the work of Hannah Arendt, he explains the dangers of ideological movements within the church and shares how church leaders can resist being captivated by anything other than the gospel. Rev. Dr. Chris Adams joined us last week to discuss the critical intersection of mental health and ministry, emphasizing the special role church leaders play in helping other people's mental health and the unique challenges pastors face with their own. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500253-chris-adams-pastors-helping-mental-health.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   “The Church in Dark Times: Understanding and Resisting the Evil That Seduced the Evangelical Movement” by Mike Cosper "The Bulletin" on Christianity Today "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" on Christianity Today Check out Mike's website Follow Mike on Instagram and X/Twitter

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500253-chris-adams-pastors-helping-mental-health.html Rev. Dr. Chris Adams joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss the critical intersection of mental health and ministry, emphasizing the special role church leaders play in helping other people's mental health and the unique challenges pastors face with their own. Mark Matlock joined us last week to share what the data shows about the “spiritually curious,” the distinctions between this group and other non-Christians, and how to engage with the spiritually curious effectively. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/499840-mark-matlock-pastors-spiritually-curious.html    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X: https://x.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/   Flourishing in Ministry Follow Flourishing in Ministry on Facebook and LinkedIn