All Episodes
The Pulpit and Porch — 158 episodes
Why Would Anyone Run for Senate? - The Thomas Dismukes Story
I Had to Leave Church Ministry to Tell The Truth - The Trevor Wentt Story
How Do We Respond When the World Feels Out of Control? (Part 2)
What’s Actually Happening… and How Should We Respond?
You’re Not Stuck… You’re Avoiding (And You Know It) — Part 2: The Hard Truth
You're Not Stuck...You're Avoiding (and you know it)
The Most Interesting Man We Know W/ Robert Jones
The Architecture of a Meaningful Life
Take Back Your Attention (Part 2)
The Attention War (Part One)
The Hidden Cost of Being the Reliable One w/ Jamin Rathbun
When Grief Becomes a Mission
Super Bowl Culture Wars
When Life Slams on the Brakes
Why Not Start (w/ Dylan Shelton)
So… That Wasn’t the Plan (with Brett Catrett)
From Event to Encounter
What Happened Isn’t the Story
Before What’s Next: Looking Back with Gratitude
Why Charlie Brown Still Gets Christmas Right (Even After
The Christmas You Didn’t Expect (And Why That’s Good)
Top Christmas Movies & Why The Polar Express Might Be the Gospel in Pajamas
Love Came Down: The Christ Candle & The Heart of Christmas
Waiting Well (Part 2): Peace, Joy… and a Bad Haircut
Waiting Well: What Advent Is Really About (Part 1)
Things We Wish We Knew Sooner
The Gospel According to Baseball
You Might be Getting Old If...
The Stories We Tell Ourselves
“It’s the Hope That Kills You” – Lessons from Ted Lasso
Not Quit — Even When It Hurts. A Conversation with Jodi Ramey (Part 2)
The Kind of Faith You Don’t Pray For: Jodi Ramey’s Story (Part 1)
When the Church Says No, God Says Watch This. feat. Jeremy Burden
Stories that shape us, shake us, and sustain us.
The Truth About Stories (and Why They Change Everything) w/ Kim Weitkamp
Calling vs Clout
From Secret Ops to Sunday Sermons: One Navy SEAL’s Untold Story
Kingdom Work in Public Spaces: A Conversation with Haley Wherry
Leading from the Deep End with Kyle Goff Part 2
Leading From the Deep End with Kyle Goff (Part One)
Holy vs Hulu
Like That Weed with Andrew Carrier (Part 2)
Like That Weed Through the Pole: Resilience, Faith, and Never Giving Up with Andrew Carrier - Part One
Leadership: It’s Worth It (Part 2 of 2)
The Quiet Cost of Leadership (Part 1 of 2)
Hot Takes & Hills We’ll Die On (aka: The episode where we probably offend someone - but in love.)
Sunscreen, S’mores & Strategy (Part 2)
Sunscreen, S’mores, and Strategy: How Churches Can Actually Win the Summer - Part One
Summer Blockbusters & Backyard Binges
What We’re Learning (Part Two)
What We're Learning pt One
A Heart Exposed with Steven James
Laughs, Magic & Ministry with Matt Fore!
Reflections on Lent with Robert Kell
The Gospel According to Baseball (Sort Of)
Lent, Legalism & Life to the Full – Part 2
Understanding Lent: Tradition, Scripture, and Spiritual Growth Part One
Attractional vs. Transformational – Part 3
Attractional vs. Transformational: Striking the Right Balance (Part 2)
Attractional vs. Transformational: Can the Church Do Both? (Part 1)
Holistic Health: Nurturing Body and Spirit in Christian Leadership with Dr. Howard Petersen
Brandon Lake’s “Hardfought Hallelujah”: Hypocrisy or Honest Worship?
Super Bowl Reflections: Part Two
Super Bowl Reflections: Culture, Commerce, and Church Leadership Part One
Loyalty – The Power of Commitment in Life and Leadership
AI in Ministry: The Future of Faith and Technology (Part 2)
AI in Ministry: The Future of Faith and Technology (Part One)
Lessons Learned: Part Two
Lessons Learned: Part One
The Best of 2024: Part Two
The Best of 2024: Part One
Holiday Traditions...and stories
What Happens After Christmas?
Teaching in Seasons
Growing Pains Part Two
Growing Pains Part One
Ladder to the Moon w/ Tim Lowry Part 2
Ladder to the Moon - Part 1 with Tim Lowry
The Pulpit & Politics: Addressing the Election
Honoring Pastors
After the Storm Part 2
After the Storm: Reflections on Hurricane Helene and How to Help
Staffing for Growth vs. Staffing for Survival: Part 2
Remembering Bruce Montgomery: A Life of Faith, Friendship, and Impact
Staffing for Growth vs. Staffing for Survival
Reflecting on 9/11: The Impact on Faith and the Church
Safeguarding Your Church: The Importance of Insurance with Kris Null
Church Finances & Tithing: Part 3
Church Finances & Tithing: Part 2
Church Finances and Giving: Addressing the Challenges and Finding Solutions Pt. 1
Grieving as a Leader
The PK Experience
The Importance of Sabbatical
Theology of Rest and Sabbath
The Importance of Personal Quiet/Devotion Time
Keys to Effective Preaching with Steven James part Two
Keys to Effective Preaching with Steven James
Creative and Fun Outreach Ideas for Small Churches
The Mental Well-being of American Clergy
Digital Discipleship Part 2
Digital Discipleship Part 1
Navigating Tax and Financial Situations for Clergy and Churches with Jeremy Wright
Safety and Security in Church Communities
Building Stronger Volunteer Teams Part 2
Building Strong Volunteer Teams: Part One
One Year - Special Anniversary Episode
Engaging with Contemporary Issues
Exploring the Role of Education in Ministry with TJ Marr
Easter Revisited
Urgency in Revitalization with Terry Thompson
Maximize! with guest Ron Klassen
A Fresh Take on Church Marketing with Justin Nava
Rethinking Measures in Ministry
Finding Joy
Stories and Surprises
Special Episode: Audience Q & A Part 2
Special Episode: Listener Q & A
Rural Ministry – with Special Guest Ben Ruhl
Compelling Hospitality part 2
Compelling Hospitality: Turning First-Time Guests into Returning Members
Adapting to Change
The Early Ministry Journey
Navigating the New: Small Church Resolutions and Fresh Beginnings
Reflecting and Rejoicing: The Small Church Podcast Year in Review
Exploring AI in Ministry: Navigating Benefits and Challenges
Community Connections with Guest Don Brandon
A Small Church Christmas
A Small Church Thanksgiving
Community Involvement Part 2
Community Involvement Part 1
The Mentor Tribe
Working the Angles
Living and Loving Singles with Jamin Rathbun Part 2
Living and Loving Singles with Jamin Rathbun Part 1
Spiritual Direction with Liesl Huhn
Pastor Appreciation Month
Care for the Caregiver
Empowering Small Churches Through Marketing and Design
Church Marketing with Justin Nava Part Two
Church Marketing with Justin Nava Part One
10 Reasons Small Churches Stay Small with Joe McKeever Pt 2
10 Reasons Small Churches Stay Small with Joe McKeever pt 1
Ministry Longevity with Craig Watson
Doing Church Online with Jim McCleron Pt. 2
Doing Church Online with Jim McCleron Pt. 1
Being a Ministry Spouse
Becoming a More Productive Leader
Strategies for Effective Communication
Rest and Rejuvenation
Being Bi (or co) Vocational with Guest Robert Kell
Navigating Conflict Part 2
Navigating Conflict Part 1
Small Church Big Changes Pt 2 with Robert Bess
Small Church Big Changes Part 1 with Robert Bess
Characteristics of a Small Church Leader with Karl Gasser
Challenges of Small Church Leadership with Guest Greg Key
Understanding Small Church Leadership
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