Ministry Minded

On today’s episode, I’m joined by Payte Johnson to talk about the realities and practicalities of gospel ministry, along with the process of planting and leading a campus church. Payte shares his passion and call for the ministry and why he and his wife feel a special calling to the city of Lindsborg, Kansas. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anc...

In this episode of Ministry Minded, author and speaker Chad Bird joins the show to talk about his ministry writing and speaking on God’s radical gospel of grace. He and I dive into the deep waters of the theology of the cross and the distinction between God’s law and God’s gospel. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make...

In this episode, Gerald White joins the show to talk with me about the gospel and the call of God. We dive into knowing and understanding God’s calling, and how to be confident of that calling even as He moves you away from a church body. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Get full a...

In this edition of Ministry Minded, I was honored to speak with Dan Price. Dan’s an ardent grace-addict, like myself, and I so appreciate his ministry through the Christ Hold Fast organization. In this lengthy conversation, we dive into the good news of the gospel and what it really means. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way...

In this episode of Ministry Minded, I read a lengthy passage from one of my favorite books of all time, Horatius Bonar’s The Story of Grace. What you’ll find in The Story of Grace is as real a discussion about the grace of God that can ever be found. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/ap...

In this edition of Ministry Minded, I sit down and talk with pastor and podcaster Byron Yawn. Byron provides a clear and informed perspective on the “edifice” of Reformed Theology, as well as the difference between the biblical notions of faith and faithfulness. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://...

In this week’s episode, David Brady joins the show to talk with me about life and God’s leading. You’ll be greatly blessed by this conversation as we talk ministry transition, vulnerability in ministry, and modern student ministries. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Get full access...

In this edition of Ministry Minded, I sit down with pastor and church planter Erick Sorensen. In this stirring discussion, we focus on the ups and downs of church planting and the hard realities of everyday ministry. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Get full access to Grace Upon Gr...

In this edition of Ministry Minded, I was honored to sit down with Rodney and Nathan, both of whom are church planters in Las Vegas, Nevada. Listen as we talk about God’s call to ministry, the radical effects of the gospel, and the nature of discipleship in “Sin City.” Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. h...

In this episode, Collin Coats and I sit down and go in-depth on preaching and what makes for a compelling Christ-centered sermon. If you’re serious about preaching and the craft of delivering sermons, I think you’ll find this show extremely beneficial. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/...

In this episode of Ministry Minded, I’m joined by Soul Thirst Church music pastor Bill Brimer to talk Lutheran theology, the beauty of liturgy, and the spiritual experience of leading music. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace....

It was such a blessing to sit down and talk about the ministry and the gospel and the Scriptures with my dad, Dr. Mike Gray. You’ll be uplifted by this episode, as we talk about preaching exegetically. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.grac...

In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Kevin Labby to discuss the intertwining of humor and ministry at length, along with touching on preaching law and gospel in a youth ministry setting. Kevin also shares a story about one of his first experiences preaching — one that didn’t go so well! Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way...

In this conversation, Jordan Moody and I talk about God’s will and grace in planting a church and in everyday pastoral ministry. We delve into the art and focus of preaching in this conversation, along with what makes a good church leader. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Get full...

In this episode, Paul Dunk and I discuss God’s grace in preaching, ministering, and church-planting. We also talk about the importance of writing and blogging about the gospel. We also talk about the challenges of seminary and what it can do for young pastors. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://an...

In this episode of Ministry Minded, Mitch Miller and I touch on an assortment of topics surrounding God’s grace, God’s will, and God’s church, and the inextricable connection between all three. Mitch also shares the story of how he was drawn back to pastor in Greenville, South Carolina. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to...

In this premier episode of Ministry Minded, I was afforded the opportunity to sit down with RJ and dive into the theology of the distinction between God’s law and God’s gospel, and it’s extreme significance for youth ministers and parents alike. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Get...