The Pastor in the Middle

Fred and Matt are continuing their series on preaching through different genres of Scripture. This week's episode is on preaching through the book of Acts, the New Testament historical book that shows the work of the Holy Spirit in birthing the Church.

Fred and Matt continue their mini-series on prayer. This episode expands to discuss how pastors - both in and out of the pulpit - can lead their churches to pray.

Fred and Matt begin a two-part series on prayer. This first part focuses on the personal prayer life of the pastor - although it is applicable to any Christian!

Fred and Matt discuss navigating relational conflict as a pastor - both when you are trying to help others reconcile, and when you need reconciliation with someone.

[REPOST FROM EPISODE 25 DUE TO OUR FAMILIES BEING ON SPRING BREAK.] Fred and Matt discuss the importance of effective sermon illustrations, as well as methods for collecting, tagging, and utilizing them.

Fred and Matt discuss what they lead their churches to do during the Easter season, leading up to and including Easter Sunday.

Fred and Matt continue their series on preaching from different genres of Scripture, now moving into the New Testament. This episode covers preaching from the four Gospels.

Should pastors comment on every controversy of the day? Fred and Matt offer their own hot take on hot takes.

"Worship wars" is a contradiction in terms! Song selection and styles of worship should lead to mutual submission within the Body of Christ. In this episode, Fred and Matt discuss leading a congregation in worship through music.

Fred and Matt have one more episode with Dr. Mark Catlin of Union University! In this episode, we discussed theological education - especially for students who may not be able to utilize the traditional brick-and-mortar seminary approach.

PART 2: Fred and Matt continue the interview with their friend, Dr. Mark Catlin, on preaching from the Old Testament. Mark has a PhD in Old Testament from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and is the Director of Union University's Master's of Christian Studies program in Memphis.

Fred and Matt interview their friend, Dr. Mark Catlin, on preaching from the Old Testament. Mark has a PhD in Old Testament from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and is the Director of Union University's Master's of Christian Studies program in Memphis. [This is Part 1 of an incredible discussion. Watch for Part 2 next week.]

[DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER IN OUR AREA, THIS IS A REPOST FROM EPISODE 23.] Fred and Matt interview special guest Dean Inserra, founding and lead pastor of City Church Tallahassee ( citychurchtallahassee.com ). We discuss casting vision as leaders in the local church.

Fred and Matt continue their series of episodes on preaching different genres of Scripture. This episode covers the why and how of preaching Old Testament Prophetic passages.

Fred and Matt are joined by Jeff Jones, Baptist Collegiate Ministries Director at the University of Memphis, to discuss ministry to college students.

Fred and Matt discuss preaching on and leading a church in New Covenant giving.

[REPOST DURING CHRISTMAS WEEK. New episodes return next week!] Fred and Matt discuss the importance of prayer for the Christian in general and the pastor in particular. We share some helpful practices and things we've learned regarding personal and corporate prayer.

Fred and Matt discuss how leaders in pastoral ministry should evaluate each aspect of their own work. Here's the link to the evaluation forms mentioned in the episode (which we also talked about in episode 17): https://sermonillustr8r. wordpress.com/2023/02/13/sample-evaluations-ministerial-and-support-staff-for-pastor-in-the-middle-podcast-episode-17-staff-development/

Fred and Matt return to their series on preaching from different biblical genres. This is the second of these episodes, and it covers the Old Testament books of wisdom and poetry.

Fred and Matt discuss what is best for the pastor to do (other than preaching) during the important hours on Sunday morning.

Fred and Matt discuss worship services, sermons, and activities during the Christmas season - one of the most pivotal times of the year for churches.

[REPOST from episode 17, due to our holiday schedules the week of Thanksgiving. We should be back with a new episode next week!] Fred and Matt discuss the why and the how of strategies for developing church staff members. Sample staff evaluations mentioned on the podcast can be found at the link below. One is for ministerial staff, and the other is for support/administrative staff. https://sermoni...

Fred and Matt discuss the why and the how of building community among staff and church leaders.

Fred and Matt begin a recurring series on preaching from different genres of Scripture. This episode discusses preaching Old Testament narrative. Make sure you listen for that new part of the story of David and Goliath!

Fred and Matt discuss bringing in outside speakers, artists, and other special initiatives.