Not Another Baptist Podcast

Kyle was out of town, so Matt welcomed Jason Crandall to the show to discuss the NAMB Church Planting Pathway. Tune in and be encouraged by what God is doing in and through NAMB and SBC churches, and how you can join in! Sponsor: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Kyle and Matt hosted a Twitter Spaces the other day to give their live commentary on the first ALCS matchup between the Astros and the Rangers. Along the way, several guests popped on to share some thoughts on various ministry topics, including Dr. Bart Barber, SBC President. We will return to our regularly scheduled programming next week, but we hope you enjoy this ADHD-fest. 

Jared and Allen interview George Schroeder about his transition from journalist to seminarian to minister, as well as a whole lotta football. Make sure you are following us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC

Kyle and Matt share a few reminders as we celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month.  Sponsor: TBC What is it like to attend Texas Baptist College? At TBC, you will find courses that are biblically grounded, academically rigorous, and extremely affordable. You will also find an authentic community on campus, committed to encouraging students' spiritual and academic growth.  And the best way to discover...

Jared and J Allen get together to talk about what's happening in Nashville, CP giving and Lottie Moon, and gas station food. Make sure you are following us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC

Kyle and Matt discuss four ways you can enjoy "Pastor Appreciation Month," no matter what.  Sponsor: SWBTS If you are called to ministry, then you are called to prepare. At Southwestern Seminary, you will be equipped to serve the Lord in any context, from pastoring a church to serving on the mission field. On campus, you will find knowledgeable professors with decades of experience in their fields...

Kyle and Matt recently shared 5 Encouraging Church Trends, but now it's time to face the music and see 5 DISCOURAGING Church Trends. The other side of the coin, if you will. Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2023/09/26/5-current-challenges-facing-u-s-churches/ Sponsor: SWBTS If you're looking for a place to grow in your walk with the Lord and prepare to serve Him in ministry, then come visit S...

Kyle and Matt have made a number of mistakes, as have you––what should you do when you do? Article: https://churchleaders.com/pastors/pastor-articles/300207-make-ministry-mistake.html#:~:text=When%20you%20make%20a%20mistake,just%20apologize%20to%20three%20people. Sponsor: TBC If you are searching for a college that will encourage you to live your faith, you'll definitely want to visit Texas Baptis...

Kyle and Matt discuss the naming of the members of the Cooperation Group, which was set in motion at the SBC Annual Meeting in NOLA. Article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/cooperation-group-named-by-barber/ Sponsor: Southwestern Seminary If you're looking for a place to grow in your walk with the Lord and prepare to serve Him in ministry, then come visit Southwestern Seminary....

Kyle and Matt discuss five trends that can give church leaders and members hope that the post-pandemic church landscape continues to improve. Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2023/09/06/5-encouraging-church-trends-right-now/ Sponsor: TBC If you are searching for a college that will encourage you to live your faith, you'll definitely want to visit Texas Baptist College. At TBC, seminary-level...

Kyle and Matt discuss a common frustration among church revitalizers and replanters––inheriting a massive mess. Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/but-i-didnt-make-this-mess/ Sponsor: Southwestern Seminary If you're looking for a place to grow in your walk with the Lord and prepare to serve Him in ministry, then come visit Southwestern Seminary. At Southwestern, you will find...

Kyle invited Andy Addis onto the show to discuss rural ministry since Matt was tied up with some meetings. Be encouraged by this and be sure and check out some of the links we provide.  Replant Hub: https://replanthub.com  https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/doing-more-together/ Sponsor: Texas Baptist College If you're looking for trustworthy Christian higher education that equips you...

Kyle and Matt discuss navigating the complexities of by-laws in church revitalization. They often need to change, but how and when takes a ton of wisdom and patience. Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/replant-reality-the-bible-vs-the-bylaws/ Sponsor: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary provides theological education that includes both academic challenge and hands-on mi...

Kyle and Matt discuss battling the Monday morning blues many pastors face on, well, Monday. To be frank, many people regardless of profession battle the blues on Monday...so we think this'll encourage all! Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/3-tips-for-beating-the-monday-blues/ Sponsor: Texas Baptist College If you're looking for trustworthy Christian higher education that equ...

Kyle and Matt sit down to discuss several ways you and/or your church can serve local schools this year. Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2018/08/21/12-ways-your-church-can-serve-local-schools/ Sponsor: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary provides theological education that includes both academic challenge and hands-on ministry experience. Wherever God calls, Southwestern Seminary will...

Kyle and Matt get together to talk about a few ways you can hurt your pastor. You read that right. Wanna run him off? Get him to quit? Make his life miserable? Then do these five things. Article: https://churchanswers.com/blog/five-ways-to-hurt-your-pastor-deeply/ Sponsor: Texas Baptist College If you're looking for trustworthy Christian higher education that equips you to think biblically, reason...

Kyle and Matt celebrate their 300th episode with a doozy––a chat about music styles and music preferences in churches. Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/replant-reality-dont-ask-us-to-change-the-music-style/ Sponsor: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary provides theological education that includes both academic challenge and hands-on ministry experience. Wherever God ca...

Kyle and Matt sit down with Mark Dance to talk about finishing well in the ministry. Don't miss this! Book: https://amzn.to/43knxiU #Ad: As a Christ-follower, you are called to obey the Great Commandment, and you are called to pursue the Great Commission. Southwestern Seminary will encourage you to love God with all you are, and will equip you to serve God wherever He calls. Whether you’re just be...

Kyle sits down with Dan Hurst, the most interesting Baptist in the world! Join us to get to know this pastor and award-winning voice actor! As a Christ-follower, you are called to obey the Great Commandment, and you are called to pursue the Great Commission. Southwestern Seminary will encourage you to love God with all you are, and will equip you to serve God wherever He calls. Whether you’re just...

Kyle was in the US, Matt was in the...what is Puerto Rico again? Well, while on mission trip to the island, he interviewed Javier Vargas of Adoptando, a mission of Send Relief. Adoptando: https://www.adoptandoministries.org As a Christ-follower, you are called to obey the Great Commandment, and you are called to pursue the Great Commission. Southwestern Seminary will encourage you to love God with...

Kyle is tied up, but Matt was in Puerto Rico with Cameron Crow, the new student pastor of FBC Farmersville, for a mission trip––which made for a great opportunity to talk through his approach to student ministry. For ministry training that prioritizes both the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, we would encourage you to consider Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Southwestern Semi...

Jared and Matt get together while Allen was away to recap #SBC23, with some of the decisions made at the Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting in New Orleans. Article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/at-sbc-23-messengers-continue-to-deal-with-abuse-reforms-take-stand-on-pastoral-convictions/ Make sure you are following us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcast...

Kyle and Matt sit down to discuss making the most out of your summer in ministry. From Vacation Bible School to Youth Camp, summer is a great time to make a great impact.  For ministry training that prioritizes both the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, we would encourage you to consider Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Southwestern Seminary equips students in living their call...

Kyle and Matt are heading to NOLA for #SBC23, but before they go, they talk dealing with unreasonable people. For ministry training that prioritizes both the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, we would encourage you to consider Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Southwestern Seminary equips students in living their calling, seeking to glorify God through Christ-centered education...

Kyle and Matt get together to discuss how local churches can emphasize the "here, there, and everywhere" aspect of our calling to make disciples individually/corporately, and also collectively as a family of churches.  For ministry training that prioritizes both the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, we would encourage you to consider Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Southwester...