The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/466196-jon-acuff-success-without-destroying-church.html Jon Acuff joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain why church leaders should wholeheartedly pursue their potential and how they can do so in a way that honors God. Last week, Kevin Palau joined us to remind us of the importance of evangelism and to discuss how church leaders can encourage their congregations to share the gospel. Check out our conversation with him here:      ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: “" by Jon Acuff "" by Jon Acuff "" by Jon Acuff Check out Jon's Follow Jon on , , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/465726-kevin-palau-church-leaders-culture-evangelism.html Kevin Palau joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to remind us of the importance of evangelism and to discuss how church leaders can encourage their congregations to share the gospel. Do you embrace all of your emotions or try to suppress them at times? Jennie Allen joined us last week to explain why our emotions are good gifts from God and how that truth fits with the command to take every thought captive. Check out our conversation with her here:      ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   on Follow Kevin on , , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/464670-jennie-allen-church-leaders-emotions.html Jennie Allen joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain why our emotions are good gifts from God and how that truth fits with the command to take every thought captive.  Last week, we revisited our conversation with Priscilla Shirer, who shared key disciplines she has learned to follow when crafting a message. Check out our conversation with her here:    ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   “" by Jennie Allen “” by Jennie Allen Check out Jennie's Follow Jennie on , , , , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/442100-priscilla-shirer-message-preparation-hardest-ministry.html  In one of our top episodes from 2023, Priscilla Shirer joined the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast for our Great Communicator Series and shared key disciplines she has learned to follow when crafting a message. Last week, we revisited what David Platt has learned about pursuing unity in the church and rejecting the “American gospel” in favor of the true one. Check out our conversation with him here:   ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   Follow Priscilla on , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/445956-david-platt-stop-following-american-gospel.html In one of our top interviews from 2023, David Platt joined the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share what he has learned over the past few years about pursuing unity in the church and rejecting the “American gospel” in favor of the true one.  Bryan Carter joined us last week to discuss how he prepares for sermons and what he does to grow in the craft of preaching. Check out our conversation with him here:   ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “” by David Platt “” by David Platt Follow David on , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/464170-bryan-carter-preaching-compelling.html Bryan Carter joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss how he prepares for sermons and what he does to grow in the craft of preaching. Matt Chandler joined us last week to share how parents can use time, moments and milestones to point their children to the goodness of God. Check out our conversation with him here:    ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: “" by Bryan Carter Follow Bryan on ,  and 

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/463684-matt-chandler-part-2-parents-time-kids.html Matt Chandler joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share how parents can use time, moments and milestones to point their children to the goodness of God.  Matt also joined us last week to share how God has brought healing in his life and ministry following the controversy he walked through in 2022. Check out our conversation with him here:    ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: “" by Matt Chandler and Adam Griffin Check out Matt's  Subscribe to Matt’s Check out Matt's Follow Matt on  and 

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/463243-matt-chandler-part-1-2022-controversy-life-ministry.html Matt Chandler joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share how God has brought healing in his life and ministry following the controversy he walked through in 2022.  How can churches be safe places for people who are grieving? Natasha Smith joined us last week to share what she has learned about the process of grief, as well as some key insights for pastors. Check out our conversation with her here:      ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: “" by Matt Chandler and Adam Griffin Check out Matt's  Subscribe to Matt’s Check out Matt's Follow Matt on  and 

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/463050-natasha-smith-church-safe-grieving.html Natasha Smith joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share what she has learned about the process of grief and how pastors can make their churches safe places for people mourning the losses of life. What should you do when you feel like leaving ministry? Natalie Runion joined us last week to discuss how church leaders can fight to remain in ministry when it would be easier to quit—and how to know when it’s time to walk away. Check out our conversation with her here:     ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: “” by Natasha Smith Check out Natasha's Follow Natasha on , , , , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/462664-natalie-runion-pastors-can-avoid-quitting-god-called.html Natalie Runion joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what it looks like for church leaders to fight to remain in ministry when it would be easier to quit—and when it’s time to walk away. What does the data tell us about the state of Christianity in the U.S.? Greg Smith from Pew Research Center, David Kinnaman from Barna Group, Scott McConnell from Lifeway Research, and Frank Newport from Gallup joined us last week to discuss exactly that. Check out our conversation with them here:  ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: “” by Natalie Runion Check out Natalie's Follow Natalie on , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/462136-faithlytics-pew-barna-lifeway-gallup-american-christianity.html Greg Smith from Pew Research Center, David Kinnaman from Barna Group, Scott McConnell from Lifeway Research, and Frank Newport from Gallup join “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” for a special “Faithlytics” episode on what the data says about the state of Christianity in the U.S. Do you regularly pray for your pastor? Dr. Thom Rainer joined us last week to share why it is important that Christians pray for their leaders and to encourage church leaders to ask their congregations for prayer. Check out our conversation with him here:     ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   Follow Greg Smith on Follow David Kinnaman on and Follow Scott McConnell on Follow Frank Newport on

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/pastors/461704-thom-rainer-pastors-ask-prayer.html Dr. Thom Rainer joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share why it is important that people pray for their pastors and to encourage church leaders to take the vulnerable step of asking their congregations for prayer. Why are people leaving church and not returning? Dr. Ryan Burge joined us last week to reveal what the data shows about the answer to this question and what church leaders can do to encourage those who have left the church to come back. Check out our conversation with him here:     ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   “” by Dr. Thom Rainer   "" by Dr. Thom Rainer “” by Dr. Thom Rainer "" by Dr. Thom Rainer "" by Dr. Thom Rainer Follow Thom on , , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  Dr. Ryan Burge joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share what the data actually shows about why people are leaving church (and not returning) and what church leaders can do to encourage them to come back.  What did you think of Prime Video’s “Shiny Happy People”? Alex Harris joined us last week to explain why he appeared in the docuseries, what he sees as its shortcomings, and how church leaders can benefit from watching it. Check out our conversation with him here:    ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   “” by Dr. Ryan Burge “” by Michael Graham and Jim Davis with Dr. Ryan Burge “” by Dr. Ryan Burge “” by Dr. Ryan Burge Check out Ryan's Follow Ryan on  

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/460810-alex-harris-shiny-happy-people-serves-church.html Alex Harris joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain why he appeared in Prime Video’s “Shiny Happy People,” what he sees as the docuseries’ shortcomings, and how church leaders can benefit from watching it. Do your church members see themselves as theologians? Jen Wilkin and Dr. J.T. English joined us last week to share their insights into why there is a lack of discipleship in the church and why ministry leaders need to help people see that we all take theological positions. Check out our conversation with them here:    ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   “” by Alex Harris on The Gospel Coalition "" by Alex Harris and Brett Harris “” on Prime Video Follow Alex on , , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/460435-jen-wilkin-j-t-english-everyone-theologian-good.html Jen Wilkin and Dr. J.T. English join “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share their insights into why there is a lack of discipleship in the church and why ministry leaders need to help people see that all of us are theologians.  How do you approach evangelism? Dr. William Wilson joined us last week to talk about why the church needs a new focus on individuals and to share his dream “that from 2023 to 2033 we will be part of the greatest decade of Great Commission effort in human history.” Check out our conversation with him here:    Visit the ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: “” by Jen Wilkin and Dr. J.T. English Check out Jen's Follow Jen on , , and Follow J.T. on , , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/460031-william-wilson-mistake-great-commission.html Dr. William Wilson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about why the church needs a new focus on evangelizing individuals and to share his dream “that from 2023 to 2033 we will be part of the greatest decade of Great Commission effort in human history.” Did you know that your professional decline is coming much earlier in life than you thought? Dr. Arthur Brooks joined us last week to share how church leaders can make the most of the second half of their lives and also revealed what the data shows us about the nature of true happiness. Check out our conversation with him here:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: “” by Dr. William Wilson Check out Dr. Wilson's Follow Dr. Wilson on , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/459468-arthur-brooks-midlife-ministry-crisis.html  Dr. Arthur Brooks joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share what few people realize about professional decline and how church leaders can make the most of the second half of their lives. He also discusses what the data shows us about the nature of true happiness. What does it mean to be pro-life at this point in history? Benjamin Watson joined us last week to discuss what the pro-life movement should focus on now that Roe has been overturned and to share why we need to be aware of how abortion has impacted the Black community. Check out our conversation with him here:    ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: “” by Dr. Arthur Brooks “” by Dr. Arthur Brooks "" by Dr. Arthur Brooks in The Atlantic Check out Arthur's Follow Arthur on ,  and  "" by Thomas Aquinas

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/458825-benjamin-watson-church-leaders-abortion-racial-justice.html Benjamin Watson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what the pro-life movement should focus on now that Roe has been overturned and to share why we need to be aware of how abortion has impacted the Black community.  Do you understand what is required to build trust with someone? Dr. Henry Cloud joined us last week to explain why it is impossible to live without trust and what church leaders need to know about betrayal, forgiveness and reconciliation. Check out our conversation with him here: ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   “” by Benjamin Watson "" by Benjamin Watson "" by Benjamin Watson "" - Benjamin Watson’s documentary Check out Benjamin's Follow Benjamin on , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/458619-henry-cloud-trust-complex-realize.html Dr. Henry Cloud joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain why it is impossible to live without trust and what church leaders need to know about betrayal, forgiveness and reconciliation. Do you believe the American church is unified the way Jesus would want us to be? Francis Chan joined us last week to talk about what God has taught him about unity and to share his concern that believers prioritize love and humility in their pursuit of holiness. Check out our conversation with him here:     ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on X(Twitter): Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   Mentioned in the Show: "" by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend "" by Dr. Henry Cloud   Check out Henry's   Follow Henry on ,  , and

Get notes on this podcast here:  Francis Chan joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about what God has taught him about unity and to share his concern that believers prioritize love and humility in their pursuit of holiness.  What exactly does it mean to be an evangelical? Phil Vischer joined us last week to discuss who is currently defining "evangelical" and what he believes the term should represent. Check out our conversation with him here:   ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:   Mentioned in the Show “” by Francis Chan Follow Crazy Love Ministries on , , and "" by Dr. Ed Stetzer on ChurchLeaders "" by Francis Chan and Preston Sprinkle "" by Jason Daye on ChurchLeaders "" by Rob Bell

Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/457756-phil-vischer-part-2-save-evangelicalism-fundamentalism.html Phil Vischer joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast,” where he shares his perspective on who is currently defining what it means to be an "evangelical" and what he believes the term should represent. Phil also joined us last week and told us about his experience in Christian media, offering thoughts on how pastors can advise the creatives in their churches. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/457268-phil-vischer-part-1-pastors-creatives-churches.html ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ Mentioned in the Show Holy Post: https://www.holypost.com/ "Me, Myself, and Bob: A True Story About Dreams, God, and Talking Vegetables" by Phil Vischer: https://www.amazon.com/Me-Myself-Bob-Talking-Vegetables/dp/1595551220/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1470748479&linkCode=as2&tag=clcom-20&linkId=f4884d7982dc0a0c799ec162dd845110 What's in the Bible?: https://whatsinthebible.com/ Check out Phil's website: https://philvischer.com/ Follow Phil on Facebook, X (Twitter), and YouTube: https://www.facebook.com/PhilVischer/, https://twitter.com/philvischer, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcWWmyW4a-dEre-JGN7vWRw?view_as=public The Apostles Creed and the Nicene Creed: https://www.churchofengland.org/our-faith/what-we-believe/apostles-creed#na Bebbington's quadrilateral: https://www.ligonier.org/posts/bebbingtons-four-points-evangelicalism Billy Graham: https://churchleaders.com/news/417951-tbn-honors-billy-grahams-last-message-four-years-after-his-death.html Bob Jones Sr. and Bob Jones Jr.: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Jones_Sr., https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Jones_Jr. Carl F. H. Henry: https://henrycenter.tiu.edu/about/carl-f-h-henry/ David French: https://www.nytimes.com/by/david-french Enneagram: https://churchleaders.com/pastors/pastor-articles/340113-5-surprising-truths-about-the-enneagram-and-your-leadership-potential.html Harold John Ockenga: https://www.gordon.edu/ockenga Jerry Falwell Sr.: https://churchleaders.com/news/456033-falwell-jr-sues-liberty-university-alleging-trademark-infringement-rns.html "John Piper Suggests Allowing Women To Lead in Parachurch Organizations Is ‘Naïve,’ ‘Culturally Compromised’" by Dale Chamberlain on ChurchLeaders: https://churchleaders.com/news/454023-john-piper-women-lead-parachurch-organizations.html John Stott: https://johnstott.org/ "Rick Warren Shares With Russell Moore the Scriptures That Convinced Him Women Pastors Are Biblical" by Jesse T. Jackson: https://churchleaders.com/news/446670-rick-warren-shares-with-russell-moore-the-scriptures-that-convinced-him-women-pastors-are-biblical.html VeggieTales: https://www.veggietales.com/ "The Virtue of Hospitality" by Stephen Wolfe in American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/2023/06/the-virtue-of-hospitality/ William Bell Riley: https://christianhof.org/riley/ "‘Women, Cover Up’—Christian Twitter Debates Modesty, Lust and Self-Control in Time for Summer" by Jessica Lea on ChurchLeaders: https://churchleaders.com/news/450733-christian-twitter-modesty-lust-self-control-summer.html

Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/457268-phil-vischer-part-1-pastors-creatives-churches.html Phil Vischer joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share his experience in Christian media and his thoughts on how pastors can advise the creatives in their churches. Are you using AI yet? Yvonne Carlson recently offered us practical ways that church leaders can use AI to support their ministries. Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/456902-yvonne-carlson-use-ai-ministry.html ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ Mentioned in the Show Holy Post: https://www.holypost.com/ "Me, Myself, and Bob: A True Story About Dreams, God, and Talking Vegetables" by Phil Vischer: https://www.amazon.com/Me-Myself-Bob-Talking-Vegetables/dp/1595551220/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1470748479&linkCode=as2&tag=clcom-20&linkId=f4884d7982dc0a0c799ec162dd845110 What's in the Bible?: https://whatsinthebible.com/ Check out Phil's website: https://philvischer.com/ Follow Phil on Facebook, X (Twitter), and YouTube: https://www.facebook.com/PhilVischer/, https://twitter.com/philvischer, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcWWmyW4a-dEre-JGN7vWRw?view_as=public

Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/456902-yvonne-carlson-use-ai-ministry.html Yvonne Carlson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share practical ways that church leaders can use AI to support their ministries. What dangers does AI pose to church leaders? Dr. Mihretu Guta recently joined “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain what ministry leaders need to know about the metaphysics of AI and the ethical concerns related to using it. Check out our conversation with him here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/456449-mihretu-guta-church-ethical-dangers-ai.html Mentioned in the show: Gloo’s AI & the Church Initiative: https://www.gloo.us/ai “AI and Automations to Make Your Life Easier” by Yvonne Carlson (presentation for NRB): https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1HhEQmp_zZeEWSH08P2M8J7yLzNCHm6uDjW9RuGPEoKA/edit Global Media Outreach: https://globalmediaoutreach.com/ Follow Yvonne on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/designth1nker “Kenny Jahng: What Church Leaders Need To Know About AI” by Jessica Lea on ChurchLeaders: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/456066-kenny-jahng-church-leaders-know-ai.html “Mihretu Guta: How the Church Should Respond to the Ethical Dangers of AI” by Jessica Lea on ChurchLeaders: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/456449-mihretu-guta-church-ethical-dangers-ai.html 10/40 Window: https://joshuaproject.net/resources/articles/10_40_window “Can a chatbot preach a good sermon? Hundreds attend church service generated by ChatGPT to find out” by Kirsten Grieshaber on AP News: https://apnews.com/article/germany-church-protestants-chatgpt-ai-sermon-651f21c24cfb47e3122e987a7263d348 “Christians in the Age of Outrage: How to Bring Our Best When the World Is at Its Worst” by Dr. Ed Stetzer: https://www.amazon.com/Christians-Age-Outrage-Bring-World/dp/1496433610/ref=as_li_tl/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1470748479&linkCode=as2&tag=clcom-20&linkId=f4884d7982dc0a0c799ec162dd845110 Descript: https://www.descript.com/ Jesus.net: https://jesus.net/ Missional AI: https://missional.ai/ Outreach Magazine: https://outreachmagazine.com/ Sermons.Tech:https://sermons.tech/ ► Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stetzer-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/456449-mihretu-guta-church-ethical-dangers-ai.html Dr. Mihretu Guta joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain what church leaders need to know about the metaphysics of AI and the ethical concerns about using it. Mentioned in the Show: Gloo's AI & the Church Initiative: https://www.gloo.us/ai "Some Reflections on ChatGPT AI Technology with Dr. Mihretu Guta" on Biola Apologetics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eizO50vXOI "Can a chatbot preach a good sermon? Hundreds attend church service generated by ChatGPT to find out" by Kirsten Grieshaber on AP News: https://apnews.com/article/germany-church-protestants-chatgpt-ai-sermon-651f21c24cfb47e3122e987a7263d348 "Kenny Jahng: What Church Leaders Need To Know About AI" by Jessica Lea on ChurchLeaders: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/456066-kenny-jahng-church-leaders-know-ai.html

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/456066-kenny-jahng-church-leaders-know-ai.html Kenny Jahng joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain what AI is, how it works, and why church leaders need to engage with it, whether they want to or not. Is your church addressing the problem of ethnic disunity? Dr. Bryan Loritts recently appeared on “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast,” where he shared practical wisdom regarding how churches can fight for ethnic unity. Check out our conversation with him here:    ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/455585-bryan-loritts-church-fighting-ethnic-unity.html Dr. Bryan Loritts joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” where he discusses the urgent need for churches to fight for ethnic unity and shares practical wisdom for how they can do so. Have you faced conflict in your ministry teams? Chris Sonksen joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain how church leaders can be on guard against ministry team misalignment—which starts small, but can have severe consequences. ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  Chris Sonksen joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain how church leaders can be on guard against ministry team misalignment—which starts small, but can have severe consequences. Do you have a plan for helping your people navigate deep disagreements? Daniel Darling recently spoke with us about how church leaders can model speaking the truth in love during a divided time, particularly as we are facing another presidential election. Check out our conversation with him here:  ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:  

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/454728-daniel-darling-kindness-tactic-command.html Daniel Darling joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss how church leaders can model speaking the truth in love in a divided time–particularly as we are facing another presidential election. Are single people thriving in your church? Dr. Danielle Treweek recently spoke with us about what the contemporary church is missing about singleness and how church leaders can honor and encourage the single people in their congregations.  Check out our conversation with her here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/453902-danielle-treweek-early-church-singleness.html ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/453902-danielle-treweek-early-church-singleness.html Dr. Danielle Treweek joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share what the contemporary church is missing about singleness and how church leaders can honor and encourage the single people in their congregations.  Do you realize how much having a leadership pipeline will simplify leadership development at your church? Eric Geiger recently spoke with us about how to make the organization of your church less complex. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/453821-eric-geiger-church-leadership-pipeline.html ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/  

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/453821-eric-geiger-church-leadership-pipeline.html Eric Geiger joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to explain why having a leadership pipeline will actually simplify the organization of your church and make it easier for you to develop leaders.  Did you know we are experiencing the largest and fastest religious shift in American history? Michael Graham and Jim Davis recently joined us to discuss the findings from their study on “The Great Dechurching” and what the results mean for church leaders. Check out our conversation with them here:      ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/  

Get notes on this podcast here:   https://churchleaders.com/podcast/453479-michael-graham-jim-davis-great-dechurching.html Michael Graham and Jim Davis join “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to reveal findings from their study on “The Great Dechurching”—the largest and fastest religious shift in U.S. history. Their data is sobering, but also encouraging, and highly relevant to American church leaders. What is the culture like at your church? Barnabas Piper recently spoke with us about why church leaders are responsible for creating a culture of belonging and practical ways they can do so. Check out our conversation with him here:     ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/  

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/452539-barnabas-piper-culture-belonging-church-leaders.html Barnabas Piper joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share why church leaders are responsible for creating a culture of belonging and practical ways they can do so. Church leaders often talk about “lost sheep,” but what about “lost shepherds”? Tom Nelson recently spoke with us about what diverts the shepherds of the church from their callings and how church leaders can truly flourish under the hand of Jesus.  Check out our conversation with him here:      ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/452407-tom-nelson-lost-shepherds-church-flourish.html Tom Nelson joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share what diverts “lost shepherds” of the church from their callings and how church leaders can truly flourish under the hand of Jesus. Are we missing transformational discipleship by focusing on information? Jessie Cruickshank recently spoke with us about how people are actually transformed–and what is lacking in the approach some church leaders take toward discipleship. Check out our conversation with her here:    ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/  

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/451621-jessie-cruickshank-western-world-discipleship.html Jessie Cruickshank joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share how brain science supports what the Bible reveals about how people are truly transformed–and what is lacking in the approach many church leaders take toward discipleship. When you became a pastor, were you surprised at some of the responsibilities that are regularly part of your job? Dr. Gary McIntosh recently spoke with us about how pastors can navigate these responsibilities well, and he also shared specific insights for church leaders who are pastoring without any other paid staff to assist them. Check out our conversation with him here:    ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/451477-gary-mcintosh-roles-pastors-challenge-solo.html Dr. Gary McIntosh joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to offer advice about how pastors should navigate the responsibilities that are part of their jobs and also shares specific insights about church leaders who are pastoring without any other paid staff to assist them.  How do you lead your family or your congregation through doubt? Even more troubling, how do you as a church leader handle your own doubts about your faith? Dr. Travis Dickinson recently spoke with us about why doubt is not something Christians need to fear and how church leaders can help believers move through doubt well. Check out our conversation with him here:      ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest:

Get notes on this podcast here:  Dr. Travis Dickinson joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss why doubt is not something Christians need to fear and how church leaders can help believers move through doubt to greater confidence in their faith in God.  Do you find yourself wishing life would go back to how it was before 2020? Christine Caine recently spoke with us about the importance of church leaders not remaining stuck in the past, but moving forward toward what Jesus is doing right now. Check out our conversation with her here:    ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/450750-christine-caine-church-leaders-stuck.html Christine Caine joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to exhort church leaders not to continue looking back at the past, but to move forward toward what Jesus is doing right now.  Do you have healthy rhythms in your life? Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam recently shared practical steps church leaders can take in order to live peaceful lives. Check out our conversation with him here:      ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share his observations on the current state of pastors’ health and to offer practical steps church leaders can take in order to live peaceful, healthy lives. Do you have genuine friendships with people of other religions? Bob Roberts Jr. has learned some crucial lessons about loving people who are not like him and how the church can grow in effectively sharing the gospel. Check out our conversation with him here:     ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/449834-bob-roberts-jr-evangelize-people-projects.html Bob Roberts Jr. joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share the lessons God has taught him about loving people who are not like him and how the church can grow in effectively sharing the gospel. Do you realize that pain is an inherent part of leadership? Sam Chand recently helped us to understand the beneficial and harmful ways that church leaders respond to leadership pain. Check out our conversation with him here:   ► Listen on Apple:  Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/449346-sam-chand-pastors-pain-leadership.html Sam Chand joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to explain why pain is an inherent part of leadership, how God uses pain, and the dangers of not responding to pain appropriately. ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/448636-rick-warren-faith-dreams-saddleback-prepared-moment.html Rick Warren joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss his new book, “Created to Dream,” and why he is excited for his next season of ministry. ► Listen on Apple:  Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/448269-matthew-stephen-brown-enneagram-church-leaders-blind-spots.html Matthew Stephen Brown joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share how the Enneagram has been “life-changing” for him and his church and how church leaders can use this tool to transform their ministries. ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/447848-sean-nemecek-slide-burnout-pastors-avoid.html Sean Nemecek joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss the warning signs that church leaders are burning out, how they can become healthy again, and the steps they can take to avoid burnout in the first place. ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/447345-nick-hall-asbury-gen-z-god-doing-something.html Nick Hall joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about what he witnessed at Asbury University, the signs of true revival, and why he believes God is moving in a special way.   ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/446967-greg-laurie-churches-jesus-revolution-evangelism.html Greg Laurie appears on the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about the true events behind the movie, “Jesus Revolution,” and how churches can use the film to spread the gospel.   ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/446891-nicky-gumbel-greatest-injustice-never-hear-jesus.html Alpha pioneer Nicky Gumbel joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss why churches must prioritize evangelism, the importance of engaging in Catholic spaces, and the vital role of the Holy Spirit in the work of the church.    ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/446433-eric-mason-apologetics-black-urban-communities.html Dr. Eric Mason joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share the biggest obstacles preventing the Black community from accepting Christianity and how pastors who are not in urban contexts can support those who are. ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/445956-david-platt-stop-following-american-gospel.html David Platt joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share what he has learned over the past few years about pursuing unity in the church and rejecting the “American gospel” in favor of the true one.    ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Get notes on this podcast here:  Karl Vaters joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share how small church pastors can avoid some common misconceptions, leverage their congregations’ strengths, and help their people thrive.    ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/  

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/444873-j-d-greear-explain-gospel-americans.html J.D. Greear returns the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share how the book of Romans is relevant to 21st century Americans and how pastors can explain the gospel to people with a wide variety of experiences with the church.   ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/