Pastor Matters

At what point should a couple pursue counseling for their marriage? How do you counsel a couple where one of the spouses resists being counseled? How can the local church encourage a culture of biblical marriage counseling to take place? Join Ronjour this week as he sits down with Dr. Jeremy Pierre to discuss Gospel-Centered Marriage Counseling.

Should churches have social media policies in place for staff? What are some helpful rules of engagement when it comes to social media? How will the future of social media impact pastors and churches? Join Ronjour this week as he sits down with Dr. Jordon Willard to discuss social media and its effect on pastors.

Before You Listen: While recording this episode, we experienced some technical difficulties that impacted parts of the recording. We apologize in advance and hope you enjoy this helpful conversation on Charles Spurgeon. How did Spurgeon preach on topics that could be considered social issues? In what ways did Spurgeon care for the poor and needy? Would Spurgeon be considered a controversial figure...

What are the implications of the cross? What does Jesus' triumph over death mean for the Church? What took place during Passion Week? Join Ronjour and special guest Dr. David Mathis this week as they talk about Jesus' life, death, and resurrection.

Join Ronjour this week as he sits down with Mason King to discuss his new book, A Short Guide to Spiritual Disciplines: How to Become a Healthy Christian.  To learn more about the book visit https://bit.ly/40mTENI.

What factors contribute to a church needing to be revitalized? How quickly should a pastor begin to implement changes to a revitalizing church? How should pastors respond to potential pushback from members? Join Ronjour this week as he sits down with Dr. John Ewart (Professor of Missions and Pastoral Leadership at SEBTS) to discuss tips on church revitalization.

What does an effective teacher look like? How can pastors identify and equip Bible teachers in their churches? What are active learning techniques (ALTs)? Join Ronjour this week as he talks transformational teaching with Dr. Kenneth Coley. Interested in the new book by Dr. Coley that was mentioned in the podcast? Visit https://bit.ly/3JgUgyD to add it to your library!

What makes illustrations an effective tool in sermon delivery? In what ways can illustrations distract rather than attract? How does illustration aid in explanation? This week Ronjour sits down with our 2023 Adams Lecture speaker, Dr. Stephen Rummage, to discuss some valuable tips for using illustrations in preaching.

What is theological preaching? Is it possible for pastors to include too much theology in their preaching? Do pastors underestimate what their people can understand theologically? Join Ronjour this week as he sits down with Dr. Walter Strickland to discuss the relationship between theology and preaching.

Dr. Matthew Kim is back on the podcast to discuss his most recent book, Preaching to a Divided Nation. Join Ronjour and Dr. Kim this week as they discuss important steps pastors can implement to pursue unity and reconciliation in their local churches. Check out Dr. Kim's new book by visiting http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/preaching-to-a-divided-nation/408810

What is spirit-empowered exposition? What does spirit-empowered preaching look like? What role does prayer play in the preaching moment? Join Ronjour this week as he sits down with Dr. Jim Shaddix to talk about spirit-empowered exposition and preaching.

What does it look like to leave a ministry assignment well? Join Brandon and Ronjour this week as they tackle this question and share valuable tips for pastors and church leaders.

Why are mentor relationships vital during the early years of ministry? What does a culture of discipleship look like in a church? How can younger pastors endure seasons of hurt in ministry? Join Brandon as he sits down with Dr. Phil Newton to discuss what advice he would give to help pastors during the early years of ministry.

What does it mean to be patient? Why is patience vital to enduring in ministry? What does the Bible say about being patient? Join Brandon and Ronjour this week as they discuss the importance of patience in ministry.

What does it mean to find joy in the work of the ministry? What are some things that can be considered threats to the pastor’s joy in ministry? How can pastors protect their joy during the ups and downs of ministry? Join Brandon and Ronjour this week as they discuss the importance of guarding your joy in ministry with Philip Crouse. Learn more about the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership...

Why should we preach Christ from the Old Testament? What are mistakes preachers can make while preaching the Old Testament? What are some helpful resources for pastors on preaching the Old Testament? Join Brandon and Ronjour this week as they talk about preaching Christ from the Old Testament with Dr. Allan Moseley (Senior Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at SEBTS). Learn more about the Cente...

How can churches serve their communities during the holidays? What should pastors keep in mind as they prepare their Christmas sermons? How can Christians love and care for their unbelieving family members? Why is it important for pastors to rest during the holidays? Join Brandon and Ronjour this week as they talk about pastoring during the holiday season.

What can the Bible teach us about adoption? How can pastors care for families in the adoption process? How can churches help ease the financial burden for families considering adoption? Join Ronjour and Brandon this week as they sit down with Andrew Black (Senior Pastor of Hopewell Baptist Church) to hear about his and his wife’s recent adoption journey. Learn more about Lifeline Children's Servic...

What are some common ways Christians unknowingly mismanage their money? How can families minimize the impact of inflation? How can families save money this year as we head into the holiday season? Join us this week as Art Rainer joins Ronjour and Brandon to share money tips and share a new financial resource for churches. To learn more about the Institute for Christian Health, visit https://www.ch...

What does pastoral ministry look like in the digital age? How can pastors protect themselves and their flocks from misinformation? Could we one day see robot pastors standing behind the pulpit? Join Ronjour and Brandon this week as they provide helpful tips for church leaders on pastoring in the digital age with Jason Thacker. Be sure to check out Jason’s latest book, Following Jesus in a Digital...

In what ways do our digital devices shape us? Is there a correlation that exists between one’s spiritual and digital health? Has technology made it harder or easier to pastor a church? Join Ronjour and Brandon this week as they discuss navigating the Christian life in a digital age with Jeff Mingee. Want more on this topic? Check out Jeff’s new book, Digital Dominion: Five Questions Christians Sho...

How should Christians view the government? How should the church respond when the government passes policies and laws that don't align with Scripture? How can pastors lead well during politically divisive seasons? Join Ronjour and Brandon this week as they sit down with Dr. Patrick Schreiner to discuss his new book, Political Gospel: Public Witness in a Politically Crazy World.

What does it mean to find your voice in preaching? What are the dangers of imitating other preachers? Should pastors expect their voice to be different while preaching? Join Ronjour and Brandon this week as they tackle these questions and many more! Learn more about the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership by visiting www.pastorscenter.org/.

Join Ronjour and Brandon this week as they sit down with Dr. Jordon Willard (Senior Pastor of FBC Weddington) to discuss how pastors and church leaders can shepherd families who experience the tragedy of having a miscarriage. Learn more about the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership by visiting www.pastorscenter.org/.

Why is premarital counseling important? Should pastors require counseling for their members? What are important questions pastors should include in their premarital counseling sessions? Join Ronjour and Brandon this week as they discuss important tips on premarital counseling with Dr. Tate Cockrell. Learn more about the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership by visiting www.pastorscenter.org...