Not Another Baptist Podcast

Kyle and Matt sit down together to discuss Southern Baptist's favorite summertime tradition–VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL! We also discuss what on earth Group Publishing was thinking with some of their material, the purpose of VBS, and some best-practices.  Visit our digs at: http://notanotherbaptistpodcast.com   Like us on FB at: http://facebook.com/notanotherbaptistpodcast   Follow us on Twitter at: htt...

Kyle and Matt recap a HUGE week, a WONDERFUL week in Birmingham for #SBC19 where Southern Baptists from all over the country gathered to hear committee reports, task force recommendations, resolutions, and much MUCH more as Southern Baptists took over B'ham! We also offer a few of our first annual NABBY awards! Visit our digs at: http://notanotherbaptistpodcast.com   Like us on FB at: http://faceb...

Kyle and Matt return to the topic of Baptist history with a look at our distinctives as Southern Baptists and what we can learn from the past to protect us today and into the future with Drs Nathan Finn and Marvin Jones. It's far more than Jesus, John, and the Jordan, but we believe this chat will set you up well for #SBC19 in Birmingham. Enjoy! Dr. Finn's recommendation: https://www.bhpublishingg...

Kyle and Matt welcome Jonathan Howe, co-host of SBC This Week, back to the show to talk all things #SBC19. Will Wiley Drake be there? What can we expect? Where should we eat? What are we looking forward to? And much, much more. We hope to see you in Birmingham! SBC This Week Preview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2019-sbc-annual-meeting-preview/id998122475?i=1000439753895 SBC FAQ: https://...

Kyle and Matt were in WAAAAAAYYYYY over their heads for this one, so they brought in the expert! NAB Podcast is excited to welcome Dr. Matt Emerson, Assistant Professor of Religion/Chair of Religion at Oklahoma Baptist University and Executive Director of The Center for Baptist Renewal, to the show to discuss Baptist and church history. Don't miss this one, y'all! Check out The Center for Baptist...

Kyle and Matt welcome President and CEO of Baptist Global Response, Jeff Palmer, to the show to talk about, well, Baptist Global Response...the global response arm of the SBC through IMB. You'll learn quite a bit on this episode, along with learning how you can partner with BGR. Download our "hit" single, To the SBC, which is raising money for BGR: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/to-the-sbc-feat...

Kyle takes the reins on this episode because Matt is busy eating candy corn, drinking caramel macchiatos, and pampering his beard. So, Kyle invites Mike Rubino to join the train wreck for a talk about the need for revitalization, particularly in the northeast. Check this out: https://www.revitalizeconference.org/ Visit our digs at: http://notanotherbaptistpodcast.com   Like us on FB at: http://fac...

Kyle and Matt had record crowds for Easter, but like many churches, experienced the post-Easter slump. One week after celebrating the empty tomb, we struggle with the empty pew. However, there's no reason to despair...tune in for a call to play the long game! We hope it is an encouragement to you! Check this out: https://factsandtrends.net/2019/04/22/3-ways-to-knock-easter-follow-up-out-of-the-par...

Kyle and Matt are joined by none other than MOMMA POP, aka Ashley Unzicker to talk laughter, listening, and ladies in the SBC. She's also given the opportunity to, at that time, be the first to hear Kyle's rap, which you can buy here to help us raise money for Baptist Global Response: https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/notanotherbaptistpodcast We also challenge Ashley and Amy Whitfiled to bring their A-G...

Kyle and Matt tackle an important topic on this one and one with which every pastor will have to deal at some point, if not often...discouragement. We talk through the topic with grace and then offer some tried and true tips to deal with discouragement and hope it's an encouragement to you! Visit our digs at: http://notanotherbaptistpodcast.com   Like us on FB at: http://facebook.com/notanotherbap...

Kyle and Matt welcome Dean Inserra, pastor of City Church in Tallahassee, Florida, and author of the book, "The Unsaved Christian" back to the show for another round! This is part two with Dean, so tune in to how to share your faith with people who call themselves Christians but don’t know Christ, talk baseball, and Whataburger. Grab your copy here: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/the-unsaved-c...

Kyle and Matt welcome Dean Inserra, pastor of City Church in Tallahassee, Florida, and author of the new book, "The Unsaved Christian." This is part one with Dean, so tune in to how to share your faith with people who call themselves Christians but don’t know Christ, talk baseball, and Whataburger. Grab your copy here: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/the-unsaved-christian-P006212607 Visit our d...

Kyle and Matt return to the practical on this episode as they discuss what to do AFTER someone joins you for gathered worship. There are countless programs and ways to get people TO your church...but what comes NEXT?! We talk about that on this one and hope it's helpful for you. Visit our digs at: http://notanotherbaptistpodcast.com   Like us on FB at: http://facebook.com/notanotherbaptistpodcast ...

Kyle and Matt welcome Dr. Adam Greenway to the show for an exciting episode about what God is up to on Seminary Hill. Dr. Greenway was recently elected to serve Southern Baptists as the 9th president of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and he simply oozes Jesus and a passion for the Great Commission. His focus in reinvigorating the rich heritage SWBTS has as the "Crown Jewel" of SBC semin...

Kyle and Matt welcome Aaron Ledford to the show today to talk about "Revive This Nation," a spring-break initiative by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary where nearly 70 professors and students go all across the country to preach revivals. As a note, we recorded this before #RTN19 ended, a bit by faith, but then a freak winter storm tore through the area, wiped out power to thousands of fol...

Kyle and Matt return with Drew Dyck to continue the discussion on his latest book, "Your Future Self Will Thank You," which is a great, gracious look at self-control in a world that seems to be out of control. We laugh a bit, talk a lil' about the book, and also offer some practical steps for you to take now to bring a little self-control into your life. Buy the book here: https://www.lifeway.com/...

Kyle and Matt welcome Drew Dyck to the show to discuss his latest book, "Your Future Self Will Thank You," which is a great, gracious look at self-control in a world that seems to be out of control. We laugh a bit, talk a lil' about the book, and also offer some practical steps for you to take now to bring a little self-control into your life. Buy the book here: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/...

Kyle and Matt press deeper into Biblical preaching on this episode as they discuss the ins and outs of Text-Driven Preaching. In short, Text-Driven Preaching is the interpretation and communication of a biblical text in a sermon that re-presents the Substance, Structure, and the Spirit of the text...that's right–alliterated like a BOSS!!! You can learn more about Text-Driven Preaching by visiting ...

Kyle and Matt were asked to give a presentation at their local association's monthly meeting and turned it into an opportunity for a live recording on the recent articles by the Houston Chronicle, "Abuse of Faith." They welcomed Dr. Gary Buckner, Associational Missionary of the MVBA, to the show to talk best practices when it comes to preventing sexual abuse, first steps if the unthinkable occurs,...

Kyle and Matt sit down to talk preaching. The importance of it in church revitalization, the importance of honesty and integrity when preaching, and much more. We live in a day when pastors are quicker to tweet out a quote square than take the time to make sure the quote is accurate, let alone theirs. Preaching Source: http://preachingsource.com Replant Blog: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting...

Kyle and Matt both pastor churches older than your mother with buildings older than them, too. That comes with a certain amount of...fun. They talk about managing them, as well as a lil' humor regarding tossing things that don't "spark joy." With church-wide approval, of course. Maybe. 52 Ways Your Church Can Save Money: https://factsandtrends.net/2019/01/16/52-ways-churches-can-save-money-this-ye...

Kyle and Matt welcome the Wrestling Pastor to the show for a fun episode with Josh Reavis to talk lightening up in ministry, preacher kid life, and much much more. Like how a fun GIF each morning can amass nearly 13,000 followers. We are not only certain you will laugh, but we're absolutely certain you'll be encouraged! Check out the Wrestling Pastor on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/WrestlingPas...

Kyle and Matt sit down to discuss the dog-days of preaching. We've all been there, those times when you've preached your heart out, called for a response, and all you have are the crickets in the back singing Handel's Messiah. But that okay...why? You prayed, you preached, and you preached faithfully. Enjoy, laugh, and be encouraged with this one! Here are a few more thoughts along these lines: Wh...

Kyle and Matt discuss the primacy...oh wait, the importance of the Word in worship, and how we build our services around the inerrant, infallible, and inspired Word of God. And, well, the rest of our usual nonsense.  Prioritizing the Word in Worship: https://factsandtrends.net/2019/01/03/5-ways-to-prioritize-the-word-in-worship/ Preaching for the Rest of Us: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/prea...

Kyle and Matt are actually helpful on this episode looking at two Bible-reading plans, a thought or two about New Year Resolutions, and a failed surprise in the Henslee household. We don't care what Bible-reading plan you use, or even if you use one, we just hope this episode encourages you to immerse yourself in the Word of God each day. 3 Fresh Bible Reading Plans by Mark Dance: https://factsand...