Not Another Baptist Podcast

Jared and Matt hold down the fort on today's episode digging into exciting news about the Bible being translated into all known languages by 2033, before some bad news out of Alabama, good news out of Texas, and a rebuttal of sorts about Texas Roadhouse. Grab a fork, pull up a chair, and let's eat. Bible Effort: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/joint-effort-aims-to-get-bible-in-a...

Kyle and Matt come together now that Kyle was demoted from being a pastor to go full-time with NAMB, but that prompted a discussion...yes, pastors are leaders and shepherds, etc, but they're still, well, a sheep, and a part of God's flock. How do we relate and serve and make the most of being a church MEMBER? We talk about that on this one...enjoy! Matt's PC Conference Vision: https://matthenslee....

Jared, J Allen, and Matt come together to discuss the release of the #SBC21 schedule, as well as some discussion surrounding the committee nominations and Cooperative Program giving. They also discuss the first overall draft pick, Trevor Lawrence, and his Southern Baptist roots. Pull up a chair, grab a fork, and dig in! #SBC21 Schedule: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/2021-sbc-a...

Kyle and Matt are pumped to introduce you to the President of the International Mission Board, Dr. Paul Chitwood. Chitwood has been led the IMB since November 2018, and God has been doing some amazing thing in and through his leadership for the SBC's global missions arm. The three discuss a number of things, including the importance of "calling out the called." IMB Website: https://www.imb.org/ Fo...

Jared, J Allen, Matt are serving a great potluck for you today that features the Cooperative Program and what it accomplishes, a revival in a Tennessee prison, and picking strawberries. As usual, Matt proves he really is from California with his take on 'em, but we hope you are encouraged by what is served on this episode. An Open Letter to Southern Baptists from Matt: https://swbts.edu/news/first...

Kyle and Matt sit down to discuss the idea of "addition by subtraction." Are we to celebrate when problem-causers leave our churches? How can we lead those who, well, hate our guts? Is it worth it? Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NAB_Podcast  Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notanotherbaptistpodcast  And a special thanks to The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and t...

Jared, J Allen, and Matt were finally able to come together after a few weeks of various folks out of pocket, just in time for some big SBC and North Carolina Baptists news releases. On the latter, Todd Unzicker was affirmed by the BSC board with a final vote for him to become their new EDT on May 22. On the former, well...the SBC Annual Meeting is moving, but not away from Nashville. The guys tal...

Kyle was in Orlando on vacation, so Matt invited Dr. Queen onto the show to discuss "getting to the gospel." While that is the title of a forthcoming book he's authoring, for today's episode, the art of "getting to the gospel" is what they discuss...you know, the transition from conversation to gospel conversation in our work of everyday evangelism. Books mentioned on the show... Everyday Evangeli...

Jared was out of pocket, so J Allen and Matt serve up a discussion about a new nominee for 1VP, as well as the news out of NC of a new Executive Director candidate and their previous Executive Director's transition to NAMB. Our southern culture topic dives into basketball and the big win by the Baptists over the Catholics. Grab a fork...you'll need it! 1VP Announcement: https://www.baptistpress.co...

Kyle and Matt are both pastors in the trenches of church revitalization. We like to say you're here to learn from our mistakes, but y'all––whatever you do, don't stop learning. Kyle got his bachelors from Wayland Baptist before earning a masters and doctorate from Rockbridge Seminary. Matt got his bachelors from Dallas Baptist before earning a masters and doctorate from our sponsor, Southwestern B...

Jared and Matt handle the potluck duties on this episode as J Allen takes a much-need day-off after Easter and come sickness as they serve up a chat about COVID-19 and new and old churches. Many church plants use Easter as a launch-day...why? COVID-19 may have derailed some plans last year, but a lot of churches of all ages and contexts pivoted and made the most of it, and are stronger because of...

Kyle and Matt have some news––Matt just got back from a 3500-mile trip to visit Disney World, which is where Kyle will be heading in a few weeks. While away, Matt's daughter, K, saved the life of a 3-year-old from drowning. They talk about that, as well as Kyle's big announcement! We won't spoil that for ya...tune in to hear all about it! NAMB Church Replanting: https://www.namb.net/church-replant...

Jared and Matt hold down the fort while Allen was running some errands, but they're serving up an exciting episode about some of the changes in leadership at the Baptist Convention of New Mexico and Southern Baptists of Texas Convention as both conventions welcome a new Executive Director. They use that as a chance to offer tips for getting your church involved on the local and state levels, and t...

Kyle and Matt have a short chat about some upcoming trips and whether or not Florida is really the South, and then turn their attention to the End Times after a recent issue with a visitor who has some heretical views about, well, the End Times. So, we just decided to talk about the END OF THE WORLD...enjoy! Pastors and End Times research: https://lifewayresearch.com/2020/04/07/vast-majority-of-pa...

Jared was out of pocket, so Allen and Matt handle business for an episode on "Theological Triage." They explain what it is and how it impacts how they shepherd their people and cooperate with others, as well as the value of the BFM2000 in providing churches with some rails, so to speak. Then they took on the topic of Texas Roadhouse, especially their rolls, and how much their people just love it....

Kyle and Matt mark the one-year anniversary of COVID-19 on this episode of Not Another Baptist Podcast. After a brief convo about the weirdness of Spring Training baseball, they celebrated a full-year of two weeks to slow the spread. Pastors, you led well in this season––be encouraged! A year in, we're still navigating these uncertain waters, so keep at it. Churchgoers say they'll return: https://...

Jared and Matt take over the potluck with Allen tied up, beginning with a little commiserating on dissertations and travel plans, before diving into a chat on ERLC's work for religious liberty, the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering, and what consitutes REAL chili. Grab a spoon...you'll need it! ERLC Religious Liberty: https://erlc.com/resource-library/articles/scotus-protects-religious-liberty-in-8-...

Kyle and Matt welcome former baseball star and current broadcaster, David Murphy, to the show for a fun look at baseball, leadership lessons therein, and keeping your priorities straight in life and work/ministry. Whether you love baseball or not, there's much to learn from this chat. David Murphy's I Am Second vid: https://www.iamsecond.com/film/david-murphy/ Seminary Hill Press: https://seminary...

Jared, Allen, and Matt come together for an episode discussing masks with the ending of the Texas mask mandate, which is causing Texas pastors another round of COVID-related decisions that'll cause 'em headaches. They also discussed leading funerals, particularly for those you don't know, and some pro-tips therein, as well as the deliciousness of fried gator. Something to read: https://lifewayrese...

Kyle was out of pocket so Josh Reavis took over the mic to flip the table on Matt Henslee, interviewing him about his vision for the 2022 SBC Pastors' Conference. This is a must-listen as we approach the SBC Annual Meeting in Nashville as you hear Matt's heart for what the Pastors' Conference could be...for pastors. Baptist Press Announcement: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/hen...

Jared and Matt are holding down the fort because Allen had some visits to make, which was a blessing for that pastor's soul. The guys discussed the EC meeting in Nashville, Ronnie Floyd's Vision 2025, the IMB Reset, and Whataburger coming to Nashville...and more! Grab a fork if you need it! Matt's announcement: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/henslee-to-be-nominated-for-presiden...

Kyle and Matt welcome Graham Jackson, a small business owner in the Raleigh-Durham area. Graham is a member of Summit Church and living on mission on the Neuce River. We talk about a time he nearly died on the river, how he's living on mission, and how Summit Church is helping his disciple his family. Check out his company here: https://www.neuseriveroutfitters.com/ Matt's latest: https://www.amaz...

Jared, Allen and Matt had quite the week last week––Jared faced a catastrophic snow and ice event that threatened to put Texas in the dark for months, Allen is wet, and Matt finally got some snow...to the tune of about two feet. The guys used that as an opportunity to discuss Southern Baptist's Disaster Relief ministries, as well as many churches and neighbors stepping up to help those in need. Oh...

Kyle and Matt wear a lot of hats. That's part of the calling when it comes to being a replanter––whether it is fixing toilets, being the webmaster, or more, we have to work hard to fill the various holes of ministry in our churches...but not indefinitely. Instead, as we're filling these roles, we need to be raising up others to take 'em on. Read the blog: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/res...

Jared, Allen, and Matt invite Dr. Ed Litton over for a potluck as they discuss Ed being nominated as SBC President by Fred Luter. Dr. Litton gives us a taste of his vision for the SBC, as well as beans, but also a good word about social media. More about Dr. Ed Litton: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/litton-to-be-nominated-for-sbc-president/ Ed's vision video: https://www.facebo...