BVC Pastor Speak

Do you think God really cares about how we treat our bodies? Today Pastor Micah Hayes discusses this question with Matt Maestas, the Church Planting Catalyst for the SEND Network of the North American Mission Board here in Kansas City. In addition, Matt is also a physical fitness instructor!

You may have seen him singing in the Praise Team, teaching Sunday School, or serving as a Deacon. Learn more about Elder Candidate John Thomas (a.k.a. JT), as he talks with Pastor Micah about being a preacher's kid, his wife, Beth, his testimony, and more.

On today's Best of Pastor Speak, we revisit "The Life of St. Patrick" episode when Pastor Derrick hosted Dr. Michael McMullen, Professor of Church History at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Is the universe very old, or very young? And should Christians break fellowship over what they believe? Join us as Dr. Ted Cabal, author of Controversy of the Ages: Why Christians Shouldn’t Divide Over the Age of the Earth, outlines the various evangelical opinions regarding the Earth’s age, introduces the concept of Theogical Triage, and helps us know when to draw theololgical boundaries.

What’s a Christian to do when it seems scientific theories and biblical theology conflict? Join us for a discussion with Dr. Ted Cabal, Professor of Philsophy of Religion at Southwestern Seminary and author of Controversy of the Ages: Which Christians Shouldn’t Divide Over the Age of the Earth. Dr. Cabal will walk us through a framework Christians have used for centuries to navigate this sometimes...

Today's topic on BVBC Pastor Speak is "Social Media and the Christian Life". Ridgeview Campus Pastor Micah Hayes hosts Christ Martin, Content Marketing Editor at Moody Publishers.

"The Life of Adoniram Judson," is the topic of today's BVBC Pastor Speak as Lead Pastor, Derrick Lynch, hosts our guest, Dr. Jason Duesing, Provost, Midwestern Seminar and Judson Author. Adoniram Judson, Pastor Derrick's hero in the faith, was an American missionary who served in Burma for almost 40 years.

"Life and Football with Coach Matt House" is the topic for today's BVBC Pastor Speak, hosted by Lead Pastor Derrick Lynch. Former Kansas City Chiefs linebackers coach, Matt is LSU football's new defensive coordinator.

In today's BVBC Pastor Speak podcast, Pastor Derrick talks with David Langford about the importance of the Value Them Both amendment in the state of Kansas. Mr. Langford is leading information outreach to faith groups about the history of this amendment and why our votes are critical.

On this first Pastor Speak podcast of 2022, Pastors Derrick and Micah interview a key influencer on Blue Valley Baptist Church who most BVBC people don't even know. Drew Hayes' relationship with Pastor Micah may not be a surprise, but how is Derrick involved?

Podcast hosts Micah and Kevin are back! Today they play the ever popular (and spontaneous) "Christmas Trivia Game" with members of the BVBC staff!

In today's episode of BVBC Pastor Speak, Pastor Derrick talks with guest, Dr. Rustin Umstaddt, Professor at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. The topic of today's timely discussion is at the heart of Christmas, "What is the Incarnation?"

Grief changes us and our lives. Today Pastor Derrick talks with Terri Gake and Clayton Smith about coping with the holidays during times of grief. In addition, they introduce a new grief support group starting starting at BVBC on January 9, 2022. If you're grieving the loss of a loved one, we encourage you to listen to their discussion and reach out for help while navigating these changes in your...

As we begin this Advent season, Pastor Derrick revisits a conversation with friend and author, Daniel Darling, about his book, "The Characters of Christmas." You will enjoy hearing the author's perspective about this timely addition to your holiday reading list!

The first week of Advent is this Sunday, November 28! In today's Pastor Speak podcast, Pastor Derrick interviews Pastor John and Dr. Tracy about all things Advent 2021 at Blue Valley including Cookie Days for preschoolers and their grown ups, Christmas Eve Family Services (both campuses), and the Christmas Eve Classic Service and Concert Prelude at the Antioch Campus, and much more.

In today's episode of BVBC Pastor Speak, host Pastor Micah interviews Pastor Derrick about his recent sabbatical - insights, challenges and reflections on the past six weeks.

Micah Hayes and Kevin Pragel are joined by BVBC student and special guest, Katie Dillon, on today's episode of Pastor Speak. You'll be surprised to hear the interesting and fun facts they discovered about members of the BVBC staff! (Please note, no private investigators were involved in obtaining this information. Staff members voluntarily shared their stories!)

Today Pastor Micah introduces our new Church Plant Resident, Alan Findley! Learn more about Alan and his family before meeting them at the Antioch Campus this Sunday!

What a story! You won't want to miss JJ Wang's testimony as he talks with Pastor Micah about his journey from Buddhism to becoming a Jesus follower. Such an inspiration!

On today's BVBC Pastor Speak podcast, Pastor Micah Hayes hosts Pastors John Hollan and David Neely in a discussion about mental health as it relates to being a Christian.

Making conversation with someone you don't know very well can be uncomfortable, especially if you would like to share your faith or ask them about their church. On today's podcast, Micah Hayes, Kevin Pragel, and Aim Chaosan talk about an easy outreach opportunity for anyone to engage in these conversations.

There's a new host in town ... at least for six weeks! Join Micah Hayes and Kevin Pragel as they spontaneously call BVBC staff members and ask unexpected and random questions! You may be surprised by some of the answers!

Derrick Lynch, Micah Hayes, Kevin Pragel and Zach Wiggins engage in deep conversation and analysis of famous Kansas City barbeque ... Joe's Kansas City vs. Q39.

Pastors Derrick Lynch, Micah Hayes, and Dr. Tracy McElhattan share their Reflections on 9/11 from three different demographic perspectives.

As we launch the new year-long sermon series, "UNASHAMED: The Book of Romans", Pastors Derrick Lynch and Micah Hayes provide an introduction in today's podcast. Listen as they discuss the environment and struggles leading up to the Apostle Paul's letter to the Roman church and offer insight into the plan for studying this significant New Testament book.