The Acts 29 Podcast

In this episode, Adam Flynt sits down with Dr. Samuel Vitalino, lead pastor of Esperança Church in Orlando, Florida, and Vitor Belfort, Brazilian-American professional boxer and mixed martial artist, for a compelling conversation on calling, discipline, and the pursuit of true victory. Together, they explore what it means to be equipped for the work of ministry and how God gives gifts not for pers...

Adam sits down with Todd Hickox for a Fireside Chat at Acts 29 Conference 2025

In this episode, Adam Flynt sits down with Joby Martin of The Church of Eleven22 to talk about the heart of ministry and the importance of leading from a place of spiritual health. Together, they emphasize that being ministered to must come before ministering to others. They also reflect on the role church planters play in shaping the culture of their churches, modeling authenticity and setting th...

Adam sits down with Bobbie Brooks for a Fireside Chat at Acts 29 Conference 2025

In this episode, Adam Flynt sits down with Jim Essian of Paradox Church in Fort Worth, Texas, to discuss God’s heart for the nations and the church’s role in His global mission. Jim reflects on the dangers of “color blindness” in the church and the importance of recognizing culture and narrative while remaining anchored in what ultimately unites the people of God—worship of Jesus. Grounded in the...

Steve Bang Lee from Mariners Church joins host Adam Flynt to explore how much of human history was shaped by awe and wonder—and why so many people today feel restless, as if something is missing. They discuss how humanity is often “haunted by transcendence,” searching for escape or meaning, and why church planters must know their communities well enough to perceive that ache, pray for divine inter...

Adam sits down with Ronnie Goble for a Fireside Chat at Acts 29 Conference 2025

Acts 29 President Brian Howard joins Adam Flynt for a network-wide update on where God is leading Acts 29 in this pivotal season. They unpack the NEXT initiative—a call to step into the widespread spiritual enthusiasm and to participate in the mission of making disciples, with a bold vision to plant 200 churches and raise $6 million over the next three years. The conversation also explores practic...

Moments of spiritual renewal have marked church history in powerful ways. Adam Flynt leads a timely conversation with Matt Chandler and Jamin Roller, asking how the church should respond when God seems to be stirring again. Reflecting on historic movements of the Spirit, they discuss the signs of renewed curiosity, repentance, and hunger for Jesus emerging across college campuses, in public conver...

Guest host Scott Zeller is joined by Adam Ramsey and Dwight Bernier for a thoughtful conversation on church-to-church partnerships and why they matter for the global vision of the church. They explore how the healthiest partnerships don’t start with strategy, but with genuine curiosity that grows into intentional friendship. Along the way, they touch on the unique challenges of ministry in Canada...

A change in theological conviction can unravel and rebuild a pastor’s ministry at the same time. Kyllum Lewis from Life Centre Church in Australia shares his story—from charismatic roots and leading his parents’ church to embracing new convictions that reshaped how he leads and loves his people. Kyllum opens up about the emotional and spiritual weight of pastoring, his experience with anxiety and...

In this episode, the Church Planting Wives team—Jeanine Martínez de Urrea, Jaye Bice, and Sara Davis—come together from across the U.S. and Latin America to talk about the joys and challenges of being married to a church planter. They share what they love most about this unique calling, why it’s vital for Acts 29 to invest in church planters’ wives, and offer wisdom for women walking this same jou...

Acts 29 President Brian Howard joins Dr. Adam Flint to discuss the current landscape of church planting and the remarkable momentum God is stirring across the world. Together they talk about how God is stirring a renewed hunger for the gospel around the world, the growth of the Acts 29 pipeline, and the network’s vision to plant 200 new churches in the next three years. Brian also shares how both...

In this episode, Adam sits down with Pastor One Mokgatle to discuss pastoral transitions, first Instagram posts & church planting in Africa.

In this episode, Jay Owen and Adam sit down to talk about AI: what it is, what it can be used for in church planting, when to steer clear of it, and AI tools for church planters. Adam and Jay talk about AI in relation to the creation mandate, how AI cannot discern God’s will, and how people’s longing for community in the digital age is a real opportunity for church planters.

In this episode Adam sits down with Jim Sheppard, Chairman & Principal of Genesis where to talk about money, discipling people around money, and fundraising in church planting.

In this episode Adam sits down with Taylor Burgess of Cross Community Church in Beaufort, SC to talk about planting in a highly unchurch, transient town with a military base, and the role of prayer in church growth.

In this episode, Adam gets together with four Brazilian church planters who are planting Portuguese speaking churches in Florida. Samuel Vitalino in Kissimmee, Samy Anderson in Tampa, Neil Ribeiro in Fort Myers, and Filipe Manoel in Jacksonville. The guys share exciting stories of what God is doing amongst their churches in Florida.

In this episode, Adam sits down with Zack Morgan, Church Planting Director of Training, Recruitment, and Assessment for Acts 29. They talk about Acts 29's church planting pipeline and the various aspects of it, what it is, who it is for, and what is new in the Acts 29 church planting world.

In this episode, Tim Bice and John Schroeder discuss planting churches worldwide.

In this episode, Adam sits down with pastor and church planter Aaron Nebrija at City Life Charleston to talk about why he planted where he did, and what it looks like to use your church plant and building to bring about peace, prosperity, and preservation in your city. Aaron talks about seeking the welfare of your city and using your church's space to serve your community.

In this episode, Cedric Lauchner of Dream Church in Jacksonville, FL shares his story of planting in an urban context during Covid, and what prayer has meant to his life and church as a church planter and pastor.

In this episode Adam talks to two church planters, one who recently finished a residency and another who is about to start a residency. They discuss the value of doing a church planting residency.