Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone

How do Christians hold biblical convictions in a culture of outrage without becoming one of the loud voices? Mark Batterson, lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C., and author of Not My Circus, talks with Dave Stone about grace and truth, peacemaking and the fame, blame and shame games. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube Pastor Care Line Get Not My Circus H...

A story can reach people that a list of points never will. Alex Kendrick, the filmmaker behind Facing the Giants, Fireproof, Courageous and War Room, talks with Dave Stone about why stories open hearts, how pastors and church media teams can tell better ones, and what God has taught him in more than twenty years of making movies, including Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul. The Pastor Care Line offer...

Burnout rarely shows up overnight, often shows up in the midst of success, and always goes after your soul. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with Mark Neal, founder of Clarity Ministries, to talk about the warning signs that burnout is coming, and the rhythms that can bring you back from it. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pa...

Something is stirring in Gen Z. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with YWAM Orlando founder Michael Berg to talk about how you can disciple a generation that's hungry for spreading the gospel. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Godcaster Website Youth with a Mission Orlando Website

Offense has become the currency of the modern world, and we, as the Church, are not immune. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with pastor and author Nirup Alphonse to discuss how we should lead in the age of outrage, why Christians are quick to be offended by everything except their own sin, and why joy may be the most subversive weapon we have. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused...

Great ministries are built and sustained by faithful shepherds who invest in people. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with Jonathan Falwell, Senior Pastor at Thomas Road Baptist Church and Chancellor of Liberty University, to talk about mentoring future leaders, cultivating a pastor's heart, and why he's encouraged by the next generation. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor...

Did you know that 70-80% of young people lose their faith after leaving their parental home? It's a staggering number, which is why we need to do something about it. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with Dr. Danny Huerta to discuss why so many young people walk away from their faith, and what parents, and churches, can do to help children build strong, lasting relationships with Chri...

If you're a ministry leader, you're currently shepherding your people through anxious times, and maybe you're quietly carrying fear of your own. Fear not, for this week, host Dave Stone sits down with America's Pastor, Max Lucado, to discuss what the prophet Elijah teaches us about standing firm when the world is shaky. Whether you're leading worried people, or wrestling with your own fears, this...

Leadership isn't built on talent alone, and if you want your leadership ability to grow, there are five questions you must continually ask yourself. Join us this week as host Dave Stone goes solo to share five essential questions every Christian leader must wrestle with throughout their ministry. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free...

How do you minister to someone who feels beyond hope? Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with Kristen Jane Anderson for a deeply honest conversation about depression, shame, healing, and the life-changing power of God's grace. Whether you're walking with someone through their darkest season or carrying hidden burdens yourself, this episode offers the encouragement you need. Pastor to P...

Faithfulness, ultimately, is what sustains the life of your ministry. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with pastor Carl Kuhl to discuss church planting, navigating seasons of transition, preaching with greater clarity, and leading with faithfulness. Whether you're planting a church, serving a staff, or leading a ministry, this conversation will encourage you to stay the course of God...

Have you ever asked yourself the question, "Is my identity wrapped up in what I do, or in who I am in Christ?" This week, join us as host Dave Stone sits down with pastor Tim Harlow to talk about the value of long-term ministry, investing in the next generation, and why our greatest calling is learning to live as children of God. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pa...

People often find themselves serving in places that don’t fully align with the gifts God has given them, leaving them feeling out of place or unfulfilled. Yet even in those seasons, God is faithfully leading us to where our gifts can thrive and where we are meant to serve. Join guest Dave Learned as he talks with host Dave Stone about his journey to find belonging in ministry, and how God ul...

One of the greatest skills you can develop as a Christian leader is learning to pay attention. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with pastor, author, and birdwatcher Kevin Burrell to learn how birdwatching has shaped how Kevin see's the Lord. Kevin explains how connecting with creation can deepen our understanding of Scripture, expand our preaching illustrations, and cultivate the ki...

When it comes to sustaining faithful communities, mentoring the next generation of ministry leaders is of vital importance. In the same way, caring for your community is just as important and reflects the heart of ministry. Join host Dave Stone as he talks to guest Ben Cachiaras about how these two efforts cultivate a healthy, thriving church community. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pasto...

Finding a church home isn't easy, but finding one that loves, accepts, and supports special needs children is even harder. Join author Camille Joy as she chats with host Dave Stone about the challenges of finding a church home that was equipped to take care of her autistic son, and the joy of finding a church that is not only equipped, but wholeheartedly invested in caring for uniquely created ind...

How can you lead your ministry and family in a culture that often rejects a biblical worldview? This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with author, theologian, and seminary professor Dr. Andrew T. Walker to discuss Christian engagement in the public square, the importance of faithfulness over personal ambition, and how you can navigate today's cultural challenges. Andrew also discusses hi...

Spiritual depression and anxiety quietly weigh down the majority of ministry leaders as they feel pressure to hold it all together. This week, pastor and author Nate Pickowicz joins host Dave Stone to share his personal battle with the struggles and how they led him to dig deeply into Scripture. Nate offers a grounded, biblical perspective that moves beyond quick fixes to help leaders understand t...

Simplicity in ministry often helps people grasp and carry what matters most. It also creates space for people to engage without becoming overwhelmed or overloaded with information. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with pastor Rusty George to talk about how simplifying your message, your systems, and even your expectations, often leads to greater impact.   Pastor to Pastor Insta...

Healthy relationships are at the core of every thriving ministry, and they don't just happen by accident. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with relationship expert, and creator of the 5 Love Languages, Dr. Gary Chapman, to explore what it means to build meaningful connection across every relationship in your life and ministry. Gary shares how people give and receive love differently...

Have you ever wondered what the key to a happy marriage is beyond being rooted in Christ? What about the key to being a good parent beyond imitating Christ? Join host Dave Stone as he converses with Ryan Frederick to explore practical insights on strengthening marital communication and deepening bonds with your children.   Pastor to Pastor Instagram   The Focused Pastor Youtube   Pa...

In a society riddled with an ever-expanding mental health crisis, church leaders can become exhausted or overwhelmed trying to provide support to those in need, and in turn, some hurting people can fall through the cracks. This week, join host Dave Stone has he sits down with Harvard graduate turned social researcher Shaunti Feldhahn to discuss The Church Cares Initiative, a resource that trains a...

What happens when God changes a pastor before He changes a church? This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with Robby Gallaty, Senior Pastor of Long Hollow Church, to talk about redemption, disciple-making, and spiritual renewal. Robby shares his powerful testimony, and how a deep commitment to making disciples has shaped his ministry. He also offers practical encouragement for pastors who...

Pastoral ministry is deeply rewarding, but without healthy boundaries, it can quickly lead to burnout. This week, host Dave Stone sits down with psychologist, author, and leadership expert Dr. John Townsend to talk about why boundaries are essential for pastors, church leaders, and their families. Drawing from decades of counseling experience and his landmark book Boundaries, John offers practical...

As a Christian leader, it can be easy to become caught in cycles of striving and exhaustion, especially when the spotlight is on you. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with Ryan Wekenman to unpack the "me maze," where performance, comparison, avoidance, and control keep us self-centered and tired. From there, Ryan shares how he's learning to reorient toward the freedom and rest of a...