Casual Conversations by Momentum Ministries

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Rev. Roland Evans, Lead Pastor at Cottageville Church of the Nazarene.  Pastor Roland discusses the importance of workplace ethics as a believer and how we are to honor the Lord in everything that we say and do, giving our best effort, even at our jobs.  

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Sandra Palm, recently (partially) retired Director of Education from Nazarene Bible College and second guest author with Momentum Ministries.  She discusses with Pastor Scott the ins and outs of writing her recently released book, “I Lift Up My Soul” in which she walks the reader through her journey with Christ and His unfailing lo...

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  In past conversations, he has spoken on the challenges of Christian higher education, Fundamentalism, on Evangelicalism being a mood…and today Dr. Spaulding returns to Casual Conversations to discuss the challenges of LGBTQ for Christian Universities. 

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews recently retired Sama Gilliland as she shares stories of how God not only gave her a passion to teach, but also continued to give her opportunities to teach.  One of those opportunities included stepping behind the bars of a juvenile prison and teaching some of societies toughest young people.  

This week’s episode was hijacked by Momentum Ministries’ Board Member, Aaron Beasley, who took over the role of podcaster and interviewed Pastor Scott Wade.  Aaron asks Scott about the history of Momentum, where the ministry is going, the background of the ministry name and the books, dream podcast guests, and much more…you are not going to want to miss this episode!  Remember, God has Momentum fo...

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Bible Journaling Instagrammer Kendall Burks from Summerville, SC.  She shares how the Lord called her family to South Carolina a little over a year ago and is transparent about how patient God was with her as she searched for proof of His existence as a teenager.  Kendall also discusses with Pastor Scott about how God has given her a passion for His Wo...

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  In past conversations, he has spoken on the challenges of Christian higher education... on Fundamentalism…and today Dr. Spaulding returns to unpack a subject that he brushed up against last month when he said, “Evangelicalism is a mood.”  

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews his son-in-law Aaron Beasley, who is the Founder & President of Palm Casual of South Carolina.  Aaron takes us down memory lane and shares how he started the business. He shares the core principles that have been important to him and how his faith in God has been a daily part of his family and Palm Casual.   

James Burks led worship for almost 20 years before he became lead pastor at Summerville Church of the Nazarene. In this podcast James discusses how worship comes down to a relationship, a longing to be close, and a desire to please.

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Jay Urich, Founder and Director of the non-profit organization, Original Design, located in Columbia, SC. Jay shares how God revealed Himself to him as a teenager, then led him to play football for the Gamecocks and has now opened the door to help children reach their full potential in Christ. Jay discusses how God is using Original Design to show chil...

Host Scott Wade discusses the walls we put around Jesus and urges us to get out of the box by faith

Dr. Henry Spaulding, former president of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, returns to Casual Conversations to discuss Christian Fundamentalism.

In this episode, Pastor Mark Hendricks of New Harvest Church in Chelsea, Michigan, shares how Christians and those open to Christianity make up about 1/3 of the population and how churches are "fighting over the same piece of the pie." He gives ideas about how we need to change our thinking and our practices in order to claim our piece of the bigger piece of the pie! Mark talks about his...

Returning Guest, Pastor John Whitsett, unpacks Jesus' parable of the Great Banquet, which is not prepared for those who think they are worthy but for those who know that they are not worthy. Pastor John originally shared this message on his blog, "Kingdom Thoughts and Reflections," which you can find at: https://www.johnwhitsett.com/

Makenzie talks to Pastor Scott about her work as a therapist. Here are some links for the listeners!  Gender dysphoria:  https://donoharmmedicine.org/gender-ideology/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwrvyxBhAbEiwAEg_KgqsYespi5PUpz6OGyKzy7sh9u1zfT4GCjicz9uu4Ek2fY_SNtwrcMBoCUm8QAvD_BwE Coping skills for trauma and anxiety:  https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5940b47e5016e1c79e44370a/t/601b880d701b1...

Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, answers the question, "What happens when we combine the Christian faith with university work?"

Rev. Larry Leckrone, Evangelist in the Church of the Nazarene discusses the history, the importance and the usage of the altar as a place of decision, direction, and discernment. To schedule Larry and Tamla Leckrone for a revival or event in your church, contact them through their website: https://leckroneministries.org/?subpages/contact.shtml

Guest Jeremy Webb owns and operates Revival Butchery in Greenville, SC. Listen in as he and Scott discuss the challenges and unexpected opportunities of the local butcher shop.

Victoria Walker of West Columbia, SC shares her story of how God is using a prayer tent to bring the light and love of Jesus to her church and community.

Pastor Lester Jones of countryside Church of the Nazarene discusses his first book: Christmas with Ruth: Miracles Are Messy in the Middle, which will be released in the summer of 2024. To order, you can contact Lester at ljones@ccnaz.org. Quantity discounts are available at https://www.momentumministries.org/books .

Pastor Libby Newman of Batesburg Church of the Nazarene, shares her story of leading her church through an interesting relocation.

Joe and Cheryl Young discuss how they have lived on mission in Indonesia and the United States.

Are you intimidated by the thought of reaching out to your friends to share the love of God with them? Join host Scott Wade and guest Anthony Bryant as they discuss organic outreach. If you would like to invite Rev. Bryant to present Organic Outreach to your church or group, you can contact him at akbryant@columbianaz.com.

Chuck Parish, Director of Mission El Paso and Pastor of Imagine Church of the Nazarene shares what it's like living and serving in a border city. If you would like more information about Mission El Paso, or are looking for a place to take a mission team, email Rev. Parrish, at chuck@missionelpaso.org. To give to Mission el Paso: https://www.missionelpaso.org/.

Allison Cantrell talks about how she experienced a personal resurrection by the power and grace of Jesus.