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The Pastor Matters Podcast seeks to equip and encourage pastors and church leaders in whatever context of ministry they find themselves in. Join Chuck Lawless and Caleb Iversen each week as they look at various topics related to preaching and pastoral leadership.
Pastor Matters is produced by the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Pastor Matters is produced by the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
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In this episode we are joined by Dr. George Robinson, professor of Global Disciple-Making at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
We discuss the pastor doing the work of an evangelist, modeling personal evangelism, where to begin with personal evangelism, and more!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you! You can send us feedback by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
Resource discussed in the episode: https://app.blesseveryhome.com
In this episode we are joined by Dr. George Robinson, professor of Global Disciple-Making at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Robinson reflects on his discipleship journey, the keys to making reproducing disciples, and more!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you! You can send us feedback by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
How does a state convention fit in with what a church does? How does the local church help the work of a state convention? Why should a pastor or local church invest in the cooperative efforts of the state convention?
In this episode we are joined by Dr. Brian Autry. Dr. Autry serves as Executive Director of the SBC of Virginia.
Let us know how this episode encouraged you! You can send us feedback by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
What does it look like for the pastor to lead from weakness? How is the theme of weakness on display throughout the Bible? How did Jesus lead from weakness?
In this episode we are joined by Dr. Brian Autry. Dr. Autry serves as Executive Director of the SBC of Virginia.
Let us know how this episode encouraged you! You can send us feedback by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
What are the greatest joys of being a part of a denomination, specifically the Southern Baptist Convention? Why should the pastor and the church invest in the denomination? Why should a pastor remain invested when there is denominational strife?
In this episode we are joined by Dr. Danny Akin to discuss the importance of denominational involvement.
Let us know how this episode encouraged you! You can send us feedback by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
What is the value of friendship in ministry? What are the dangers of isolation in ministry? Should pastors have friendships in the church?
In this episode we are joined by Dr. Danny Akin to discuss friendship in ministry!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you! You can send us feedback by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Benjamin Quinn Associate Professor of Theology and History of Ideas, Associate Director of the Center for Faith and Culture, and senior pastor at Holly Grove Baptist Church in Spring Hope, NC. We discuss bi-vocational ministry.
What are some benefits that you enjoy and challenges of bi-vocational ministry? How do you balance working a job, ministry responsibilities, time with family, and rest? Is balance the right word?
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, we discuss discipleship through mentoring.
Is mentoring and discipleship the same thing?
Why is mentoring crucial to a pastor's ministry?
Why should a pastor consider mentoring?
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Tom Elliff, a teaching pastor at First Southern Baptist Church in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Elliff has served as a pastor, president of the International Mission Board, president of the Southern Baptist Convention and more.
We discuss corporate prayer meetings, leading the church to pray, examining our own hearts to pray, and more.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Tom Elliff, a teaching pastor at First Southern Baptist Church in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Elliff has served as a pastor, president of the International Mission Board, president of the Southern Baptist Convention and more.
We discuss the prayer life of the pastor, persevering in prayer, and more.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
1In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Scott Pace, Provost, Associate Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Preaching, and Dean of Graduate Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
How does a pastor lead through his pulpit ministry and preaching?
Dr. Pace also highlights his and Dr. Jim Shaddix's book, "Expositional Leadership"
You can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Expositional-Leadership-Shepherding-People-Pulpit/dp/1433588021
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, we discuss how to stay encouraged on difficult Mondays in ministry. The Monday after a tough ministry weekend can be challenging. Pastor, do not quit! We are praying for you! We are thankful for the calling that God has placed on your life to shepherd His people.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Scott Pace, Provost, Associate Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Preaching, and Dean of Graduate Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
What is an illustration? What are the purposes of illustrating a sermon? What are some pitfalls in sermon illustration?
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, you will hear the testimonies of two young men, Caleb Iversen and Zac Menser, who have the blessing of serving at the Pastor's Center with Dr. Chuck Lawless. We discuss the excitement of aspiring future ministry and concerns entering ministry.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, we are joined by Jay Veverka to talk about a strategic plan for next-gen ministry from newborn babies through college graduation. Jay Veverka is the Next Generation Pastor at Open Door Church in Raleigh, North Carolina.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
You may contact Jay via email: jay@opendoorlife.com
For the Children's Ministry podcast, "Wise For Salvation," and the Student Ministry podcast, "The Way"
https://www.opendoorlife.com/podcasts
Open Door's website:
https://www.opendoorlife.com/
In this episode, we discuss 11 practical ways to grow and improve in your preaching in 2024 and in the years to come.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
For additional preaching resources:
https://www.pastorscenter.org/blog/5-recommended-books-on-preaching/
If you would like to sign-up for the Christ-Centered Exposition Workshop: Exalting Jesus in John, sign-up here: https://CCEworkshop2024.eventbrite.com
We are joined by Philip Crouse Jr. to talk about his book, "Shepherds On Guard." We discuss guarding our holiness, joy, family, and church as pastors.
Philip Crouse Jr. is the pastor at Germanton Baptist Church and adjunct professor at Carolina University.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, we discuss growing as a preacher, the idea of preaching teams, and the value in preparing a sermon in community.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode we talk with Dr. Thom Rainer, the founder and CEO of Church Answers. Dr. Rainer served as president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources. Before LifeWay, he served at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary for twelve years where he was the founding dean of the Billy Graham School of Missions and Evangelism. He is the author of many books, including I Am a Church Member, Breakout Churches, Autopsy of a Deceased Church, Who Moved My Pulpit?, and Anatomy of a Revived Church.
We discuss Dr. Rainer's journey, churchanswers.com, The Hope Initiative, and more!
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Tom Elliff, a teaching pastor at First Southern Baptist Church in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Elliff has served as a pastor, president of the International Mission Board, president of the Southern Baptist Convention and more.
Dr. Elliff imparts wisdom and short sayings to challenge and encourage us. He also shares the background of those sayings.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
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