Chasing Elephants Podcast

Dive into the deep end with Jody Livingston and discover the inspiration behind his latest book titled "Staying Power". slulead.com

In this episode of Chasing Elephants, Jeff sits down with author, speaker, and ministry leader Shane Pruitt to talk about his timely and thought-provoking new book, Not My Jesus. Shane challenges us to confront one of the most pressing issues in today’s culture: the tendency to reshape Jesus into an image that fits our personal preferences, cultural trends, and political categories. In a world whe...

Tune in as Brent Crowe and Jeff Wallace dissect the Biblical meaning of friendship. slulead.com

Tune in as Pastor Derwin Gray shares about his new book titled "Lit Up With Love" in this weeks episode of the Chasing Elephants Podcast.

Together, Jeff and Jason unpack the cultural tensions that young people face and explore the critical role of biblical worldview training in helping them navigate complex ethical and moral challenges. With clarity, conviction, and compassion, they tackle pressing questions: How can pastors and leaders respond to the moral confusion of our times? What strategies can churches adopt to disciple youth...

Join Brent and Jeff as they celebrate and explore the spiritual significance of the father-child relationship through the lens of our Heavenly Father’s example.

Together, they dive deep into the practical and strategic aspects of volunteer ministry exploring proven principles for recruitment, effective training methods, and sustainable retention strategies. With a wealth of hands-on experience, Brian shares valuable insights that every church leader can apply, whether you’re leading a few volunteers or managing a large team. If you serve in a local church...

In this episode of  Chasing Elephants , Jeff sits down with LifeWay Students Specialist Chad Higgins to talk about the newly released book  Define the Relationship: Growing a Parent Ministry that Brings Families and Churches Together , co-written by Higgins and Zac Workun. This conversation goes beyond strategy, it explores the heart of why the church must redefine how it partners with parents. Je...

In this episode of the Chasing Elephants Podcast, Jeff continues his compelling series of conversations with influential voices and practitioners from around the globe. He sits down with Drew Worsham, author, church planter, and illusionist based in San Antonio, TX for an insightful discussion on Drew’s new book, The Art of Curiosity. Together, they explore how the Church has lost its sense of awe...

For this episode of the Chasing Elephants Podcast, Jeff continues his series of conversations with some of the leading voices and practitioners around the world. In this next conversation, he sits down with Dr. Ed Newton, Lead Pastor of Community Bible Church in San Antonio, TX. They discuss a wide range of topics, as it relates to how to navigate the many challenges and complexities of ministry a...

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Today, we are slowing down to focus on what is most important — the cross and the empty tomb. As believers, Holy Week is not just a date on the calendar — it’s the very center of our faith. So today, we want to journey together from Palm Sunday to Good Friday to Easter Sunday, reflecting deeply on what these days truly mean for us.

As we approach Holy Week, we want to pause and reflect on two significant events—Passover and Palm Sunday—and how they connect in profound ways through the person and work of Jesus Christ. Our purpose in this episode is simple: to help prepare our hearts to fully embrace and understand the depth of Holy Week, as we look at Jesus as both King and Lamb.

Five years after the outbreak of COVID-19, the world has undergone significant and lasting changes in various aspects of culture, societal patterns, adolescent development, and human interaction. This episode discusses major shifts and emerging trends that continue to shape our world. Join Brent and Jeff as they discuss what this looks like for us now!

Leadership is more than a title—it’s a calling to influence, inspire, and impact those around us. As ministry leaders, our responsibility isn’t just to know what Jesus says in Matthew 5:13-16 about being salt and light—it’s to live it out in every aspect of our leadership and ministry.    Today, we’re diving into the question: Why and how do we influence? This is a crucial topic that will be explo...

This conversation will be a major focus at YPS, where we’ll hear from powerful voices like Pastor Derwin Gray and Shane Pruitt, who are passionate about seeing this generation step into the greater narrative of God’s redemptive work. Why do you believe this topic is so important for leaders today? Do you sense a movement of revival in this generation? What are some of the indicators you’ve seen? H...

The Question of Spiritual Formation: Who Are We Becoming? To help us explore this crucial topic, we’re honored to have voices like Dr. Robert Smith and Megan Fate Marshman joining us at YPS. Their wisdom and insight will challenge us to deepen our walk with Christ and lead from a place of spiritual health. Questions asked on today's episode: Why do you believe spiritual formation is such an import...

At YPS, we focus on four foundational questions that shape the event’s content: Spiritual Formation  – Who are we becoming? God’s Mission  – What story is God telling? Ethics  – How should we think? Leadership  – Why and how do we influence? At its core, YPS provides: A Community  – A network of like-minded leaders passionate about investing in students. A Place of Learning  – Engaging discussions...

Todd Mullins is the son of Tom Mullins, the founding pastor of Christ Fellowship, which was established in 1984. Todd and his wife, Julie, are the senior pastors of Christ Fellowship, leading the church into new seasons of growth and ministry. They have one son, Jefferson Todd Mullins Jr., who is married to Cassie Mullins. In addition to his leadership at Christ Fellowship, Pastor Todd co-founded...

Key Takeaways 1. The Foundation—God’s Design in Creation Genesis 1:27  –  “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.” Gender is  not a social construct,  but a  divine ordinance  established at creation. Genesis 2  highlights the  intentionality  in the creation of male and female, reflecting  God’s image in a complementary way . Marr...

Key Discussion Points C.S. Lewis’s The Four Loves: A Brief Overview C.S. Lewis’s classic book  The Four Loves  breaks down the  four distinct forms of love  that humans experience. Each love, while good, requires  God’s divine love (Agape) to be fully redeemed and effective . Affection (Storge)  – The love that naturally develops in families and close communities. Friendship (Philia)  – The deep b...

Dr. Smith, author of the acclaimed  Doctrine That Dances , shares wisdom that bridges the past and present, offering a powerful perspective on how history informs faith and how the church can inspire the future. Haven’t read  Doctrine That Dances  yet? Trust us—this book is a game-changer. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that promises to educate, inspire, and challenge listeners to celebr...

In this special two-part series, Jeff dives deep into the heart of student ministry with three dynamic and seasoned youth pastors who are on the frontlines every day. Together, they unpack the trends, challenges, and real-time issues shaping the landscape of ministry in today’s world.   Meet the Guests: Tim Wadsworth: Director of Student Ministries at North Hills Church, Greenville, SC. Jason Stan...

In this special two-part series, Jeff dives deep into the heart of student ministry with three dynamic and seasoned youth pastors who are on the frontlines every day. Together, they unpack the trends, challenges, and real-time issues shaping the landscape of ministry in today’s world. Meet the Guests: Tim Wadsworth : Director of Student Ministries at North Hills Church, Greenville, SC. Jason Stanl...