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Bryan continues his conversation with Pastor Fred Ayers and how he led his church through major transition. Connect with Fred at his church website , or email him at pastor@wcbaptist.com. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off next year's Church Advance Conference! Discount expires 4/30/22. Tune in to the Church Advance Virtual Meeting on May 6 @ 2pm EST: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9062785692

Bryan has a conversation with Dr. Mike Lester, the Director of Student Services at Veritas Baptist College, about whether or not it's a good idea to continue your education while in ministry. Connect with Mike on Twitter or his blog. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off next year's Church Advance Conference! Discount expires 4/30/22. Tune in to the Church Advance Virtual Meeting on May...

Bryan has a conversation with Pastor Fred Ayers, who led his church through the transition from being an independent, fundamental Baptist church to a Southern Baptist Church. Get in touch with Pastor Fred Ayers at his church website , or email him at pastor@wcbaptist.com. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off next year's Church Advance Conference! Discount expires 4/30/22. Tune in to the Chur...

Bryan gets a little introspective on today's episode, talking about what he might have done differently if he could start pastoring all over again. To contact Bryan, email him at pastor @rivercitybaptist.church.

Bryan discusses how to minister while going through hard times with Pastor Noel Cwenar of the Gospel Light Baptist Church in Rogers, Arkansas. Books from today's episode: Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough by Elmer Towns Fast Your Way to Health by J. Harold Smith The Power of Prayer and Fasting by Ronnie Floyd Pastor Cwenar's email address: n.cwenar@glbcrogers.com

Bryan and Jody Jenkins talk about an exciting new way to reach those in your community that battle depression, anxiety, and PTSD: A Night of Hope. Listen to Bryan's first interview with Jody Jenkins and his story here . To register for RCBC's Night of Hope, click here . Connect with Jody here .

Bryan and Tommy continue to talk about church revitalization and its challenges and rewards. Resources from today's episode: Brian Croft's website Advanced Strategic Planning by Aubrey Malphurs Being Leaders by Aubrey Malphurs Church Unique by Will Mancini Simple Church by Thom Rainer Leading Change Without Losing It by Carey Nieuwhof Culture Catalyst by Samuel Chand The Emotionally Heal...

Today, Bryan talks with Pastor Tommy Thompson of the Ashburn Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois, about church revitalization.

Looking for a book to buy your preacher for Christmas? Look no further! We've got some great ones on today's episode. When Narcissism Comes To Church Lead - Paul Tripp The Traveler's Gift - Andy Andrews The Obesity Code - Jason Fung Refresh - Shona and David Murray The Noticer - Andy Andrews The Pastor - Eugene Peterson Finding Faithful Elders and Deacons - Thabiti Anyabwile

On today's episode, Bryan and Aaron discuss the issue of secondary separation and how it relates to theological triage. Doctrinal and ecclesiastical separation has been an issue that has plagued the independent Baptist movement as well as the Southern Baptist Convention. The discussion today focuses on the only two biblical reasons to separate from a brother in Christ, as well as stepping thr...

Bryan and Jody Jenkins talk about the unique and often absent ministry to people struggling with their mental health. Depression, PTSD, and burnout all seem to be much more prevalent today than ever before. Listen along and learn about some practical ways in which you can engage members of your church and community that have similar struggles.

Pastor Eric Capaci shares his story and the courage it took to lead his church out of the independent, fundamental Baptist movement and transform it into a more biblical model of ministry. If you have any questions about this subject, you can email Bryan Samms at preachersamms@gmail.com or email Pastor Capaci at eric.capaci@gospellight.org.

In this episode, Bryan and Jody Jenkins talk about some of the nuts and bolts of having an evangelistic meeting or revival week at your church. They address some issues like: What is the goal of special worship services? When is a special worship service a success? How do you host a traveling evangelist? What is an appropriate love offering for a traveling evangelist?

Bryan sits down with Jody Jenkins and discusses the philosophy of ministry of a local church evangelist. Between the two of them, they have over twenty years of experience in itinerant preaching ministry.

On this episode, Bryan interviews Ron Armstrong, the executive director of Sponsored by Grace, a local nonprofit organization that seeks to release children from poverty across America by meeting physical needs, sharing the Gospel, and connecting them with a local faith family. They discuss the importance of churches forming partnerships with local organizations so that together we can meet physic...

Bryan continues his discussion with Jody Jenkins and Erik McKay on modern day methods for church outreach. 

Bryan interviews Jody Jenkins about battling depression and how God uses this struggle in the ministry.

Bryan and Aaron interview Richard Moses about event promotion and follow up best practices.

Bryan and Aaron discuss a tweet from Mark Dever about the effectiveness of child evangelism.

Bryan discusses the impact that River City Baptist Church in public school with elementary school principal Michelle Walsh.

Bryan talks with Pastor Josh Teis about how to lead a church througha  transition.

Bryan talks through the steps of how a visitor becomes a member at River City Baptist Church. Watch the episode at www.bryansamms.com

Bryan concludes his bibliology series on Bible translations at River City Baptist Church.

Bryan preaches a sermon on Bible translations to River City Baptist Church.

Listen to this announcement to find out if you're a winner of our free book contest and to learn about what's coming up in January 2021 on the Bryan Samms Podcast.