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Am I Called

by Dave Harvey

In the Am I Called? podcast, Dave Harvey discusses the issue of pastoral calling and pastoral leadership with key evangelical leaders.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 61- Trillia Newbell

    What Women Wish Their Pastors Knew About Women (Pt. 2) On this new episode, Dave is joined by Trillia Newbell. Trillia currently serves as the Director of Community Outreach for the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission for the Southern Baptist Convention. She is also a wife, a mother, and the...

  2. Calling Question: How do I prepare my heart to preach?

    For today’s “Calling Question”, Dave addresses the tension the preacher confronts each week of preparing the heart to preach before the Audience of One while also preparing to preach to people.

  3. Episode 60 - Collin Hansen on "15 Things Seminary Couldn't Teach Me"

    15 Things Seminary Couldn’t Teach Me Today, Dave is joined by Collin Hansen. Collin is an author, the Chief Editorial Director at The Gospel Coalition, and he is an old friend of the AIC Podcast! While many of us have had the privilege of attending seminary, we also had a steep learning curve…

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  4. Episode 59 - Bland Mason: A Church Planter, a Pastor, and a Chaplain (Red Sox)

    Dave and Jamin are joined today by Bland Mason. Bland is a church planter; the pastor of City on A Hill in Boston, Massachusetts; and the chaplain for the Red Sox. Beginning with Bland's conversion and his early years in pastoral ministry, the conversation glides through training church planters,...

  5. Episode 58 - Paul David Tripp on 'Sex, Pleasure, Paradise, & Pastoral Ministry'

    Sex, Pleasure, Paradise, & Pastoral Ministry Today we are joined by Dave’s long time friend and the first person to ever join us on the AIC Podcast–Paul David Tripp. Paul is a well-known author, speaker, and pastor-counselor. His has written many books including Dangerous Calling, New Morning...

  6. Episode #57 - Bob Lepine of Family Life Radio

    “The Relevance of Radio, the Story of Family Life, and How To Do An Effective Interview” Dave is joined by well-known radio hosts, Bob Lepine. Bob is the co-host alongside Dennis Rainey for Family Life Radio. He is also the church planter of Redeemer Community Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. In...

  7. Calling Question: What should a pastor do when helping a wife with an emotionally abusive husband?

    For today’s “Calling Question”, Dave provides insights for pastors on how to handle this difficult-but-consistent-problem that leaders face in providing meaningful help to troubled marriages.

  8. Episode 56 - Elyse Fitzpatrick

    “What Women Wish Their Pastor’s Knew About Women.” This is one you won’t want to miss! On this episode, Elyse Fitzpatrick–a well-known author (Give Them Grace, Because He Loves Me, Home, and the newly released, Finding the Love of Jesus From Genesis to Revelation), speaker, wife and mom talks to...

  9. Episode #55- Community & Longevity w/ Pete Greasley

    The Surprising Connection Between Community and Longevity. On today’s episode, Dave and Pete Greasley– the pastor of Christchurch in Newport, Wales– discuss the connection between pastors being in intimate community and their perseverance in long-term pastoral ministry.

  10. Episode #54- Pastoring Millenials, Gen X-er’s and Boomers with Pete Greasley

    Surprises in pastoring Millenials, Gen X-er’s and Boomers We are joined by our good friend, Pete Greasley. For those who might be new to the podcast, Pete is the pastor of Christchurch in Newport, Wales where he has served for 23 years. We have had the privilege of having him on the podcast twice...

  11. Episode #53- “On Richard Baxter” with Todd Augustine (Pt.2)

    Introducing A Titan of Practical Theology, Richard Baxter! Todd Augustine returns to discuss Richard Baxter’s ministry in greater detail. Todd served as Pastor of Congregational Life at College Church, Wheaton. IL and now lives in Naples where he is the Pastor of Covenant Church–a PCA…

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  12. Episode #52- "On the Puritans" with Todd Augustine (Pt.1)

    Why Every Church Leader Should Know the Puritans and Pastor Richard Baxter! On this new episode, Dave sits down with Todd Augustine to talk about the amazing ministry of Puritan Richard Baxter. Todd served as Pastor of Congregational Life at College Church, Wheaton. IL and now lives in Naples…

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  13. Episode #51 - Tom Ascol on Being Faithful to the Local Church

    What does it look like to faithfully serve a church for over 31 years? Dave and Jamin are joined today by Dr. Tom Ascol. Tom is an author, a scholar, the Executive Director of Founders Ministries, and the pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Cape Coral, Florida where he has served for over 31 years....

  14. Episode #50 - J.D. Greear on Church Collaboration

    Why is this year’s Sojourn Network Leadership Summit (starting October 23rd in Louisville!) about churches collaborating with one another? In this episode, Dave is joined by J.D. Greear. J.D. is the lead pastor of Summit Church in Raleigh, North Carolina as well as a faculty member at…

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  15. Calling Question: How does an individual know they are growing in humility?

    Dave and Jamin provide insight and answers to this question through presenting particular events where growth and humility can be displayed. As they wrap up, they give a beautifull reminder that “humility nourishes your soul."

  16. Episode #49 - Trip Lee on Making Much of Jesus

    What does it look like to for an acclaimed hip-hop artist to become a pastor and make much of Jesus? On today’s episode, Dave and Jamin are joined by Trip Lee. Trip Lee is a hip-hop artist with Reach Records, an author, and a pastor at Cornerstone Church in Atlanta, GA. Trip starts off by...

  17. Episode #48 - Dr. Carl Ellis, Jr. and Racial Justice

    How Should Christians think about and deal with racial justice issues? Dave is joined by Dr. Carl Ellis, Jr. Carl is a pastor, author, the Pastor for Cultural Apologetics at New City Fellowship, and a former professor of Dave's. The conversation begins with Carl discussing his time at L'Abri…

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  18. Episode #47 - Ronnie Martin on Creativity

    What do music, writing, preaching, and social media have in common? Dave and Jamin are joined on this episode by Ronnie Martin. Ronnie is a pastor, church planter, and author (“Stop Your Complaining”, "Finding God in the Dark", and “The Bridezilla of Christ’’), but before that, Ronnie spent his...

  19. Episode #46 - Church Planting with JR Vassar

    Is a pastor unsuccessful if he moves on to another position? Dave and Jamin are joined on this episode by JR Vassar. JR is a former planter in New York City who now pastors Church at the Cross in Grapevine, TX. Once the pastor of a thriving church with two campuses, JR felt called to step down…

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  20. Episode #45- Spurgeon & The Holy Spirit's Role in Preaching (feat. Zack Eswine)

    What is the Holy Spirit’s role in preaching and how did Charles Spurgeon experience the Spirit? On today’s episode, Dave and Jamin have the wonderful opportunity of speaking with Zack Eswine. Zack is the Pastor of Riverside Church in Webster Groves, MO as well as the Director of Homiletics at...

  21. Episode #44- Stumbling Blocks & Temptations of Pastors

    For individuals in ministry, or who aspire to ministry, there can be a variety of temptations and stumbling blocks that they may find themselves facing throughout their journey. On this episode, Dave and Stephen discuss the common areas of struggle for leaders and pastors, both young and old, and...

  22. Episode #43- Leadership, Counseling, & Abuse with Dr. Dan Allender

    On this episode, Dave Harvey and Stephen Altrogge are joined by Dr. Dan Allender. Dr. Allender is the Professor of Counseling Psychology at The Seattle School as well as the author of To Be Told, Leading With a Limp, and Healing the Wounded Heart. Topics discussed include leadership, counseling…

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  23. Episode #42- How Should a Pastor Leave His Church?

    When a pastor decides it is time to leave his current church, there are a variety of temptations and problems that he can be faced with. On this episode, Dave Harvey and Stephen Altrogge sit down to discuss what they feel is the best way to leave so that the pastor is considering the church and...

  24. Episode #41- Paul Miller on Biblical Love & Suffering

    On this episode, Dave and Stephen are joined by Paul Miller. Paul is the executive director of “See Jesus”-a global-discipleship ministry- as well as the author of “A Praying Life”. Together they discuss his latest book, “A Loving Life”, and then take a look at how the biblical idea of love...

  25. Episode #40- Pete Greasley (Pt. 2) on Leadership Transitions & Building Missional Churches

    There’s a lot of leadership transition taking place in churches these days. In “Part 2” of our interview with Pete Greasley, the pastor of Christ Church in Newport, Wales, Dave and Pete discuss how to walk a congregation through transitions in leadership. They also explore the importance of…

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  26. Episode #39- Pete Greasley (Pt. 1) on Long Term Vision & Multi-Generational Settings

    Recently Dave joined Pete Greasley, the pastor of Christ Church in Newport, Wales for the Eccentrics Conference – the one event, Dave claims, which is most suitably titled to Pete’s personality. On this episode they talk about what it really means to have a long-term vision for pastoring a church...

  27. Episode #38 - Andy Crouch on Leadership

    In this episode of the Am I Called Podcast, Andy Crouch, author and Executive Editor for Christianity Today, joins Dave and Stephen to discuss the inspiration behind his latest book, Strong and Weak, and then speaks on the surprising issues within leadership that he sees emerging.

  28. Episode #37 - Collin Hansen & Stephen Altrogge

    "Collin Hansen, the Editorial Director for The Gospel Coalition, joins Dave Harvey and Stephen Altrogge as they review the post election climate and its ties to evangelicalism and then speak on the “New Calvinism”.

  29. Episode #36- Leaders and The Darkness of Depression (an interview with Ed Welch)

    On this episode of the Am I Called Podcast, Ed Welch (Ph.D., author, and CCEF faculty member) joins Dave and Stephen to discuss Biblical counseling and the issue of pastors and leaders in dealing with the darkness of depression.

  30. Episode #35- Interview with Dave Harvey about his latest book release: "Letting Go: Rugged Love for Wayward Souls"

    Stephen Altrogge interviews Dave Harvey about his most recent book release, in which he co-authored with Paul Gilbert, titled: "Letting Go: Rugged Love for Wayward Souls".

  31. Episode #34- Jonathan Holmes & Stephen Altrogge

    "Dave and Stephen interview Jonathan Holmes, a Counseling Pastor at Parkside Church in Cleveland, OH. They discuss his book “The Company We Keep” and speak on the crucial roles that friendship play in leadership. And to make the podcast more interesting, Dave talks about the evils of red fire ants!”

  32. Episode #33- Bob Evans & Paul Gilbert

    In this episode of the "Am I Called" podcast, Dave and Paul interview Bob Evans as he describes the why and how behind his stepping aside from a lead pastor role and how a pastor finds the ‘sweet spot’ in ministry!

  33. Episode #32 - Barnabas Piper & Stephen Altrogge

    In this episode of the "Am I Called" podcast, Dave Harvey and Stephen Altrogge speak with Barnabas Piper about several topics, including: Barnabas's new book: "Help My Unbelief" Barnabas's tattoo, which reads: "I Believe, Help My Unbelief". The theme of "Unbelief" in scripture Should the church…

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  34. Calling Question - Does Preaching Make a Man Vulnerable to Spiritual Attack?

    In this Calling Question, Dave Harvey answers the question "Does preaching make a man vulnerable to spiritual attack?". Find more resources including articles, videos, and audio files at www.amicalled.com.

  35. Episode #31 - Russell Moore

    In this episode of the "Am I Called" podcast, Dave talks with Russell Moore, President of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. In this episode, they discuss: How pastors can be engaging the culture Religious liberty How pastors can be thinking about their message and their motives The...

  36. Episode #30 - Richard Blackaby

    In this episode of the "Am I Called" podcast, Dave talks with Richard Blackaby—author of over 30 books and President of Blackaby Ministries International. In this episode, they discuss: The call to leadership Ministry with his father Henry Blackaby Experiencing God What ministry growth looks like...

  37. Episode #29 - Carl Trueman talks Scholarship, Elder, Celebrity, Politics and more!

    In this episode of the “Am I Called?” podcast Dave talks to Carl Trueman--a theologian, church historian, writer and Professor of Historical Theology and Church History at Westminster Theological Seminary. He's also a pastor. Carl regularly posts at Reformation21.org. They discuss: Call to...

  38. Calling Question - Is Application Necessary to Make a Good Sermon?

    In this episode of Calling Questions, Dave answers the following question: Is application really necessary to make a good sermon?

  39. Episode #28 - Jared Wilson talks Ministry and Calling

    In this episode of the “Am I Called?” podcast, Dave talks to Jared Wilson, Director of Content Strategy for Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Managing Editor of For the Church. They discuss: The biggest surprises in leadership they've encountered in 20 years Church plant failures...

  40. Episode #27 - Zack Eswine talks The Imperfect Pastor

    In this episode of the “Am I Called?” podcast, Dave talks to Dr. Zack Eswine, author, pastor of Riverside Church in Webster Groves, Missouri, and Director of Homiletics and Professor of Applied Theology at Covenant Seminary. Serge supplies missionaries resources, care, mentoring and sending,...

  41. Episode #26 - Matt Perman talks Biblical Productivity

    In this episode of the “Am I Called?” podcast, Dave talks to Matt Perman: speaker, consultant, and author of the book What's Best Next? You can visit Matt's site at WhatsBestNext.com.

  42. Episode #25 - Bob Osborne talks Missions

    In this episode of the “Am I Called?” podcast, Dave talks to Bob Osborne, Executive Director of Serge. Serge supplies missionaries with resources, care and mentoring, inspiring them with Gospel truth. They discuss: Grace at the fray How Serge helps men and women identify their call to missions…

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  43. Episode #24 - Mike Bullmore talks Preaching

    In this episode of the “Am I Called?” podcast, Dave talks to pastor Mike Bullmore. Mike is the senior pastor of CrossWay Community Church in Kenosha, Wisconsin, where he has served since 1998 (when the church was launched). For 15 years, Mike was Associate Professor of Homiletics (preaching) and...

  44. Episode #23 - Paul Tripp talks Suffering

    In this episode, Dave Harvey talks to author and speaker Paul Tripp. They discuss: Paul's health How God is meeting Paul in this time of physical difficulty What's making a difference as he suffers How called men can deal with suffering in ministry Life and suffering in their 30's, 40's, 50's and...

  45. Episode #22 - Barnabas Piper talks about The Pastor's Kid

    Barnabas Piper works at Lifeway Christian Resources for the Leadership Development Team. He's also the son of son of Pastor and bestselling author John Piper. Dave recently interviewed Barnabas, and they discussed thoughts from his book, The Pastor's Kid: Finding Your Own Faith and Identity.

  46. Episode #21 - Rick Denham talks CCM, Celebrity Pastors, and Brazilian Christianity.

    Rick Denham is the President of Fiel Ministries, which is the largest Christian publisher in Brazil. Dave recently interviewed Rick, and they discussed: Why Rick stepped away from publishing ministry for an internship. How Rick got embedded in the contemporary Christian music world. The problems...

  47. Episode #20 - Don Whitney talks spiritual disciplines, contemplative Christianity, and fountain pens

    In this episode, Dave Harvey talks to seminary professor and author, Don Whitney. They discuss: Why Don likes to use fountain pens. Don’s call out of law school and into ministry. What is biblical spirituality?How Don developed his book on the spiritual disciplines.How to be godly in a...

  48. Episode #19 - Randy Alcorn talks leaving ministry, living for eternity, and writing fiction

    In this episode, Dave talks to Randy Alcorn. Dave and Randy discuss: Why Randy decided to leave pastoral ministry. Why Randy has given so much time and thought to the subject of heaven.What it means to live for eternity.How God set eternity in Randy's heart. How fiction works uniquely upon the...

  49. Episode #18 - JR Vassar talks glory hunger

    In this episode, Dave Harvey talks to JR Vassar. Dave and JR discuss: The innate hunger all of us have for glory, and how that is both a good and a bad thing. The difference between a celebrity pastor and a popular faithful pastor. How to handle receiving accolades from others. The difference...

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