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David and Thomas talk about the Southern Baptist Convention in this episode of the Ministry Marks Podcast. They discuss why a church should send a messenger to the convention, and what they like about the convention. Also, evidently ChatGPT thinks David and I look like these guys!

David and Thomas talk about emotional pleas during the sermon. What are some instances of emotional pleas that you’ve heard?

David and Thomas discuss the differences between a pastor and a preacher. What are some differences that we didn’t discuss in the podcast? Who would be an example of the perfect pastor and preacher?

David and Thomas continue the conversation with Bro. Marty Hurt of the Gaston Baptist Church.

David and Thomas interview Marty Hurt on this episode of the Ministry Marks podcast. Bro. Marty Hurt is the Associate Pastor of Music and Senior Adults at Gaston Baptist Church in Booneville. He shares about some of his life experiences and discusses the ministry of music.

Where’s the line when it comes to using a person resources and works when he or she had some type of moral failure? People cross the line morally, and then where is that line in using quotes or songs by them?

How does it feel to preach a sermon that no one responds to? What’s it like to strike out with a sermon? David and Thomas talk about that in this episode of the Ministry Marks Podcast.

We found a long-lost letter from Paul addressed to a Mississippi Baptist Church. We discuss what Paul may write to that church.

How often do you take a vacation? Can a pastor go on a “Staycation”? David and Thomas discuss these topics on the podcast.

Do we have guardian angels? What are the purposes of angels? David and Thomas discuss these questions along with others about angels in this podcast.

What might a person hear if he or she was able to be at the empty tomb on that inaugural Resurrection Sunday? David and Thomas discuss the voices and conversations that might would have happened.

You hear the final product, but you don’t see the process. David and Thomas discuss the behind the scenes of the Ministry Marks Podcast production. What happens before we hit publish? Listen and you’ll know!

Small town general stores didn’t disappear overnight, they were slowly abandoned. People chose selection and preference over proximity. Eventually, the doors closed on the small community stores. Is the same thing happening to churches now? In this episode, David and Thomas discuss the parallels between the death of community stores […]

David and Thomas talk about Christian myths. One of the myths people believe is in the Bible, but not really is the myth “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” That myth is a misquotation of Scripture!

David and Thomas discuss the topic “Do I Have to go to Church?” on this episode of The Ministry Marks Podcast. The simple answer is “Yes” and “No.” A person needs the church for many reasons, yet our salvation was made complete through Jesus’ sacrifice. We don’t add to our […]

David and Thomas discuss the use of AI in sermon development. They also suggest ways that a pastor and churches can use AI ethically.

David and Thomas talk about apologies and how to apologize in an appropriate and Christian way.

David and Thomas discuss Thanksgiving. What were they thankful for 30 years ago? What are they thankful for now.

David and Thomas discuss the topic of church hurt. They discuss the times they’ve been hurt in church as members, ministers, and men.

David and Thomas discuss the news that Barna research released about men outpacing women in the church.

David and Thomas discuss the topic “Is it okay to watch that?” Many times the question arises, “Should a Christian watch that show?” Some of the shows or movies people ask about are “The Office” or “Bewitch” or “The Harry Potter Series.” David and Thomas discuss those ideas and give […]

David and Thomas talk about Christian Fellowship. Regular fellowship is different than Christian Fellowship. They discuss the differences between the two and even discuss some reasons why you may need to break fellowship with another person.

David and Thomas discuss pastor appreciation month. Pastor Appreciation began in 1992 and was popularized by Focus on the Family in 1994. David and Thomas discuss ways that a church can bless its pastor during the month.

David and Thomas discuss three biblical objects / artifacts that they would like to have if that item could be found and possessed by a single person. It’s a fun topic. What would you choose? Leave your comment down below.

David and Thomas discuss the topic of soul-grabbing ministry versus theology ministry. This topic was suggested by a listener through the Ministry Marks Facebook page. The phrase “soul-grabbing ministry” was new to David and Thomas, but they concluded that it was synonymous with “soul-winning ministry.”