Church Talk

In Episode 2, we move beyond understanding the importance of prayer to explore how a praying church is formed and sustained. This episode examines the habits, attitudes, and spiritual disciplines that cultivate a culture of prayer within a congregation. Listeners will discover practical ways churches can move from simply talking about prayer to becoming a people who truly depend on God together.

This is the first of two episodes with Tonya Skelly as cohost that explore the real need for praying churches…Corporate Prayer. A praying church recognizes that its strength does not come from programs, personalities, or strategies, but from dependence on God. Through prayer, the church seeks God’s wisdom, power, and guidance for every aspect of its ministry and mission. When a congregation commits itself to prayer, it invites God to work in ways that transform hearts, strengthen unity, and advance the gospel.  

In this episode, we explore the vital importance of personal prayer and how it shapes the believer’s daily walk with God. Joined by my cohost, Dr. Doug Small, we discuss why prayer is more than a religious routine; it is the lifeline of a vibrant spiritual life. Together, we talk about how consistent personal prayer strengthens our relationship with God, provides guidance in difficult decisions, and sustains us through life’s challenges. This conversation is a reminder that when believers learn to pray faithfully, their lives and the church are transformed.

This episode tackles one of the most uncomfortable yet urgent issues facing the modern Church: immorality within the local church. With clarity and conviction, the conversation moves beyond gossip or sensationalism to address moral failure and the real damage it causes to faith, trust, and witness. This is a sober call to truth, accountability, and, ultimately, restoration for the sake of Christ’s Church.

This episode tackles the unspoken reality of churches controlled by powerful families where loyalty to a last name quietly replaces lordship to Christ. This episode speaks directly to pastors trapped in family systems that decide who leads, what’s preached, and who stays or goes. With Scripture and biblical strategy, not gossip, it offers clarity for reclaiming healthy, Christ-centered leadership.

Larry pastored churches in Rockville, MD and in Chico, CA for over 30 years. In 2012 he began a ‍non-profit dedicated to pursuing community transformation.

Larry pastored churches in Rockville, MD and in Chico, CA for over 30 years. In 2012 he began a ‍non-profit dedicated to pursuing community transformation.

Claude King is an experienced discipleship and church health specialist, author, inspirational speaker, and conference leader. He is a retired Discipleship and Church Health Specialist at LifeWay Christian Resources.

Claude King is an experienced discipleship and church health specialist, author, inspirational speaker, and conference leader. He is a retired Discipleship and Church Health Specialist at LifeWay Christian Resources.

Dr. Mike Whitson has served as Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church Indian Trail since April 1, 1983. During his ministry there, the church has grown to over 7,000 members.