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EPISODE · Aug 15, 2025 · 2 MIN

Coming Soon: Why Theology Belongs in the Pulpit with Joel Lawrence

from Theology Project with Matt O’Reilly · host Matt O’Reilly

Pastors are more than sermon-givers—they are called to be theologians. In this sneak peek from my conversation with Joel Lawrence, president of the Center for Pastor Theologians, we explore why the theological vocation of the pastor is essential for the church today. The full conversation is COMING SOON - don't miss it. Check out the CPT website: https://www.pastortheologians.com/ Join us for the CPT conference: https://www.cptconference.com/ ----- FREE RESOURCE: "4 Practices to Build Trust on Your Staff" Whether you’re leading a large, medium, or small church, trust is the foundation of healthy leadership. I’ve created a free resource outlining four practical and proven strategies to help you build trust with your team and take your leadership to the next level. 👉 Download it here: https://theologyproject.kit.com/buildtrust ----- GET UPDATES FROM THEOLOGY PROJECT https://www.theologyproject.online/subscribe BOOKS FROM MATT O'REILLY Free to Be Holy: A Biblical Theology of Sanctification https://amzn.to/4gOn4gN (print) https://amzn.to/47pttuz (Kindle) Reconstructing Methodism: Crucial Issues Facing the Global Methodist Church https://amzn.to/3TnkYKS Paul and the Resurrected Body: Social Identity and Ethical Practice https://amzn.to/4orssKw Dr. Matt O'Reilly is Lead Pastor at Christ Church in Birmingham, Alabama, Director of Research at Wesley Biblical Seminary, and a Senior Fellow the Center for Pastor Theologians. Music: "Steps" by Anno Domini Beats   This page contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links.

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