Seeking the City Podcast

Join us as we explore the journey of faith, the power of evangelism, and the impact of faithful ministry through the inspiring stories of Jamie Ward and Mark Taylor. Discover practical insights on God-enabled church growth, discipleship, and how to effectively share the gospel in your community. Episode Resources Seeking the City Podcast Hillview Heights Church Steve Ayer's Book 'Igniting Passion...

In Part 1, hosts Mark Taylor and Steve Sprankle explore the first sermon of Billy Graham's 1957 New York Crusade. The first of many gatherings at Madison Square Gardens featured the themes of global crisis, moral uncertainty, and the call to repentance, emphasizing the need for individuals to choose whom they will serve. The conversation highlights the significance of transformation of a great cit...

In 1957, New York City was the crossroads of the world—restless, crowded, and searching. And in the heart of Manhattan, something unexpected happened. Join hosts Mark Taylor and Steve Sprankle for a look at the backstory of Billy Graham's famous 1957 NYC Crusade, investigating how for sixteen weeks the gospel message created a movement that changed a city and still shapes the world around us today...

In this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, Mark Taylor interviews Jordan Thomas, a young man on a mission to spread the gospel and disciple others. Jordan shares his journey of faith, his experiences with Campus Outreach, and his upcoming mission work in Brazil. He discusses the importance of understanding the relationship with God, the challenges of support raising, and the cultural adaptat...

In this episode of the Seeking City Podcast, host Mark Taylor engages in a heartfelt conversation with Denise Robertson, who shares her profound journey of faith, loss, and the power of storytelling in bringing others to Christ. Denise recounts her salvation experience at a young age, the impact of her daughter's tragic death, and how these experiences have shaped her writing and ministry. The dis...

In this episode of the Singing the City podcast, host Mark Taylor speaks with Pastor Joe Salvatore about his journey of faith, his call to ministry, and the importance of community engagement in sharing the gospel. Joe shares his personal testimony of coming to faith in Christ during college, his experiences in student ministry, and how he uses coaching as a tool for evangelism. The conversation e...

In this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, Mark Taylor interviews Coby Canty, known as "Mama Neal", who shares her journey of transforming personal tragedy into a mission of hope and support through her organization, Don't Neal Inc. After the loss of her son, a police officer who took his own life, Coby founded Don't Neal to help others facing extraordinary circumstances. The conversation ex...

In this episode of the Seeking the City Podcast, host Mark Taylor engages in a heartfelt conversation with Ethan Thompson, a young music artist and author. They discuss Ethan's journey from California to Georgia, his struggles with faith, and how he found Jesus amidst life's challenges. Ethan shares his experiences with music as a form of worship and testimony, emphasizing the importance of authen...

Summary In this episode of the Seeking the City Podcast, host Mark Taylor engages in a deep conversation with Michael Hagen, Fellowship Planter at Carrollton Christian Fellowship, about the current state of America, the role of the church in community engagement, and innovative approaches to discipleship. They discuss Michael's extensive global experiences, the importance of disaster relief effort...

In this episode of the Seeking the City Podcast, host Mark Taylor engages with Ernesto Marquez to explore the powerful movement of the gospel within Hispanic communities. They discuss Ernesto's journey from Mexico to the U.S., his role Church Partnership Manager at Compassion International, and the importance of church planting in reaching Hispanic and diverse populations. The conversation delves...

In this special Father's Day episode of the Seeking the City podcast, host Mark Taylor is joined by his two teenage children, Mason and Ansley. They discuss their experiences in school, the responsibilities that come with growing up, and the importance of faith in their lives. The conversation delves into the meaning of the gospel, the challenges of living out faith in a school environment, and th...

In this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, host Mark Taylor engages with Nathan Gaddis, a Grammy-nominated singer and president of Design D373 Digital Outreach. They discuss Nathan's journey from music to church leadership and his current focus on digital outreach strategies for churches. The conversation highlights the importance of adapting to the digital age, utilizing social media for mi...

In this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, host Mark Taylor engages in a deep conversation with David Lewis, founder of Basic Idea Ministries. They explore the vital role of relationship health in discipleship, emphasizing the importance of God's love, mentoring, and community. David shares his journey in ministry, the vision behind his work, and practical methods for developing healthy rela...

In this conversation, Mark Taylor shares Uneeke Armani's unique journey of faith and gospel mission, exploring her early experiences in church, the challenges of trusting God, and the transformative power of her testimony and training. She discusses the importance of understanding the significance of the wilderness season in personal development, and the role of Perspectives USA in shaping her vie...

In this episode of the Seeking the City Podcast, Mark Taylor and Uneeke Armani discuss the importance of developing and deploying for Gospel mission. They explore Uneeke's journey in event planning, her experiences in the sports industry, and how her faith has shaped her career. The conversation emphasizes the need for intentional development in personal and community missions, the significance of...

In this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, host Mark Taylor interviews Connor Moon, the young adult minister at Midway Church. They discuss the importance of community, identity, and discipleship in the lives of young adults. Connor shares his journey in ministry, the challenges young adults face today, and how the church can support them in their faith. The conversation emphasizes the need...

This conversation explores the mission of MPACK, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting at-risk youth in West Georgia. The discussion highlights the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on youth development and the importance of community support, nutrition, and education in fostering resilience and hope. The conversation emphasizes the need for intervention programs that elim...

In this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, host Mark Taylor and guest Dr. Stephen Allen discuss the importance of cultivating community advocacy and neighbor care through the lens of discipleship and outreach. They explore the Great Commission, the role of compassion and empathy in ministry, and the need for churches to engage actively in their communities. The conversation emphasizes the si...

In this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, host Mark Taylor engages in a inspiring and insightful conversation with Jay Webb, a seasoned youth minister, about the importance of authenticity and ownership in youth ministry. They explore Jay's journey from FCA leadership to becoming the NextGen Pastor at Midway Church, the unique traits of Gen Z, and the significance of building authentic rela...

In the inaugural episode of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich discuss the mission and vision behind Seeking the City, a ministry aimed at bridging the gap between local churches and their communities. They share personal stories, the challenges faced by churches in outreach, and the importance of collaboration and prayer in ministry. The conversation hi...

In Season 1 of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich take you through the Mission Roadmap: moving from just daily ministry maintenance to a gospel missionary journey. They share amazing conversations, inspiring guest interviews, power transformation stories, and super helpful ministry tips and ideas. Hear from church pastors, ministry and mission specialist...

Seeking the City Podcast is dedicated to helping cultivate healthy disciple-making churches to fulfill the Great Commission. Our podcast is a community of everyday Christian leaders, scholars and influencers encouraging each other through Gospel-focused conversations, guest interviews, powerful stories, best practices, and practical resources. Each episode will be inspiring, empowering, insightful...

In Season 1 of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich take you through the Mission Roadmap: moving from just daily ministry maintenance to a gospel missionary journey. They share amazing conversations, inspiring guest interviews, power transformation stories, and super helpful ministry tips and ideas. Hear from church pastors, ministry and mission specialist...

In the inaugural episode of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich discuss the mission and vision behind Seeking the City, a ministry aimed at bridging the gap between local churches and their communities. They share personal stories, the challenges faced by churches in outreach, and the importance of collaboration and prayer in ministry. The conversation hi...

Seeking the City Podcast is dedicated to helping cultivate healthy disciple-making churches to fulfill the Great Commission. Our podcast is a community of Christian leaders, scholars and influencers encouraging each other through gospel-focused conversations, guest interviews, powerful stories, best practices, and practical resources. We hope you'll join us on this journey as we seek to learn and...