Church Advance

After over 200 episodes, the Church Advance podcast is ending. We're reflecting on five years of necessary conversations that helped a generation of leaders find their voice. Connect with Bryan at https://pulpitadvance.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

As the Church Advance podcast comes to a close, Luke talks about the future of Increase Creative and the role of AI in church communication. Connect with Bryan at https://pulpitadvance.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

As the Church Advance podcast comes to a close, Bryan talks about what's next. Pulpit Advance is a new ministry dedicated to one thing: helping pastors and young men preach better. Connect with Bryan at https://pulpitadvance.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

Bryan breaks down what makes a sermon a "great" sermon. Connect with Bryan at https://pulpitadvance.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

Adoption is the centerpiece of our family. I’m sharing our journey and what it taught us about aligning our finances with our faith. With Nate Skelly. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

Are you relying on the grace of God? Just like Hannah, we all need a "Shiloh" moment. Let's explore how to access God’s presence and receive answered prayer in the midst of our modern struggles. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

From the Worldview podcast with Mike Lester. We have been blessed with a family built through four adoptions. Our Christian adoption story is one of faith and miracles, teaching us that adoption and the gospel are inextricably linked. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

Preaching means speaking and thinking at the same time. To master preaching without notes, you need an internalized "mental map" to guide your sermon delivery strategy and manage the energy flow. Connect with Scott at https://substack.com/@blksheepshepherd Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://Se...

Your Sermon Introduction must grab attention and connect to the text. I share my 4-part formula and show you where to source the best Sermon Illustrations from news, sports, and personal experience. Connect with Scott at https://substack.com/@blksheepshepherd Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.C...

If you're looking to develop a consistent preaching style, you need a disciplined sermon preparation flow. Connect with Scott at https://substack.com/@blksheepshepherd Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

Jono Long is the founder of Faithworks Marketing, which helps churches reach more people with the power of digital marketing. Connect with Jono at https://www.jonolong.com/ Connect with Luke at ⁠https://jlukeclayton.comStart your first design from Luke's team for FREE at ⁠⁠https://IncreaseCreative. Co

A conversation with Brent Armstrong, pastor of Temple Baptist Church in Tucson, Arizona A seismic shift is underway in global missions. We're rethinking how we fulfill the Great Commission, moving from a costly deputation model to a more effective, biblical approach. It's time to invest in national pastors. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclay...

A conversation with Bryan Samms, Mike Lester, Nate Skelly, and Luke Clayton for a crossover episode of the Church Advance, Worldview, and Financial Pathway podcasts. In a world filled with digital distractions, how do we build real, lasting spiritual relationships? The answer might be a philosophical shift from the traditional lecture-based ministry model to a more organic, conversational approach...

A pastor’s calling and their compensation. What does the Bible say about money in ministry? We explore the new normal for pastoral compensation and the importance of financial stewardship. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

What does the Bible say about money in ministry? We’re diving deep into pastoral compensation, the myths of poverty theology, and the difference between a calling and a job. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

When I saw a post that said, “take the money out of preaching and we will see who was called,” it sparked a firestorm of commentary. People have so many questions about this topic, from what the Bible says about pastoral compensation to the idea of "poverty theology." But what does the Bible actually say about a pastor's financial life? Let's break it down and find some biblical clarity. Connect w...

Bryan and Dan discuss fitness, family, church, and more. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠ https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

Bryan and Luke discuss why church attendance isn't the most important metric. Order your copy at https://BryanSamms.com/RescuedConnect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.comConnect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.comThis episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

Bryan shares the opening pages of his new memoir of his family's adoption journey, filled with faith and miraculous moments. Order your copy at https://BryanSamms.com/RescuedConnect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.comThis episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

A replay of Luke's conversation with Keith Erwin, originally released on April 7, 2025 Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

A replay of Bryan's conversation with Rob Badger, originally released on March 31, 2025 Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church

Bryan shares a memoir of his family's adoption journey, filled with faith and miraculous moments. Order your copy at https://BryanSamms.com/Book

A replay of Bryan's conversation with Kurt Skelly, originally released on February 10, 2025 Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

A replay of Luke and Bryan's conversation, originally released on November 11, 2024 Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

A session from the 2025 Church Advance Conference by Pastor Mike Stone of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Blackshear, GeorgiaThis episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠