The Scott Stedman Podcast

In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss church giving in its biblical and modern forms.  We tackle the good, the bad, and the cringy when it comes to church giving from its proclamation from the pulpit to the person who struggles with giving for a variety of reasons.

Scott brings back John-Mark Gleadow, Lindsey Gray, and Mandi Hamilton to discuss the Deconstruction Series and where they are at now with their faith development. If you love the podcast, become a supporter at https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

Scott brings back Phil Van Dyke, Britta Yeager, and Veronica Wylie to discuss the Deconstruction Series and where they are at now with their faith development. If you love the podcast, become a supporter at https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the topic of Biblical Inerrancy as well as follow up on the Gordon College situation.

In this episode, Scott interviews Shannon New Spangler and Mary Stephens about their calling to ministry, some of the challenges they face, and advice for other women who feel the call to ministry. If you love the podcast, become a supporter at https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

In this episode, Scott, Micah, and Jordan discuss the woundedness they received from serving in the ministry.  We discuss the pain, the hope, and the lessons learned from those difficult moments   If you love the podcast, become a supporter at https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the pending lawsuit that Gordon College has at the Supreme Court Level and discuss what it means to be a minister. Here is the link to access the Gordon College Article discussed in this Podcast.  https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2022/march/scotus-ministerial-exception-college-gordon-deweese-boyd.html    If you love the podcast, become a supporter at ...

In this episode, Scott gives an update on some exciting things on the podcast.

In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the topic of rebuke.  We explore what it is, what it is not, and how it can be done effectively in our modern society.  If you love the podcast, become a supporter at https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

In this episode, Scott & Micah discuss an article by Joe McKeever on the Top 10 things not to say to your pastor and dive deep into the rootedness of why such comments are made and how it has affected pastors and the ministry when these hurtful things are said.  If you love the podcast, become a supporter at https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast Link to the Article --> https://www.crosswalk.com...

In this episode, Scott and Erin Coker discuss parenting, finding the five love languages in our children, and how the love languages can help shape the way we discipline to build up psychologically healthy children. If you love the podcast, become a supporter at https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the concept of calling and does it matter in our modern church culture.  We share our experiences and even discuss the trend of "pastor poaching" in this episode.  If you love the podcast, become a supporter at h ttps://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

In this episode, Scott and Phil discuss the Sin of Scandal from its theological concept to its movement in our modern society.

Scott & Micah discuss Church culture and the challenges that church leaders face when trying to engage and transform the culture of the communities in which they serve.  If you love the podcast, become a supporter at https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

Scott & Micah discuss Church culture and the challenges that church leaders face when trying to engage and transform the culture of the communities in which they serve.  If you love the podcast, become a supporter at h ttps://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

Has our personal politics infiltrated our sanctuaries?  Does our faith influence our politics or does our politics influence our faith?  Scott & Micah discuss the ins and outs of politics in the church and should politics have a place in the church. Notes from the Show The Capitol Attack Signaled a Post-Christian Church, Not a Post-Christian Culture The Real Origins of the Religious Right Informat...

Scott and Micah discuss the topic of worship and answer some of the most burning questions that we have heard through our career in ministry.  Topics such as style, technology, sacraments, and are there certain music that should not be played in services. If you love the podcast, become a supporter at https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

Scott reflects on the Disney film, "Encanto," while looking at the theme of bridging the generational gap.

Scott & Phil discuss their thoughts on the series, "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" podcast produced by Christianity Today.

Megan grew up in the church and was a typical church kid growing up.  As she went away to school, she began to see some of the issues within the conservative Christian culture.  As she got older and pursued her career as a traveling wedding photographer, her interactions with people all over the world, helped her gain a new perspective of God and Christianity.  Join us as we hear Megan's story of...

Emily's church experience has been different from the rest of our guests.  Being involved in church, gave exposure to some of the hypocrisy that she witness in church leadership, as well as questioning the strong emotional output and if that is the Spirit, or just our neuropathways firing off.   Join us as we hear Emily's story of her church experiences and why she thinks sometimes the church can...

Britta had been a part of the Christian church culture from the time of birth.  However, a question asked in a class at a Christian college began to question the church culture she was brought up in and was able to see some of the fallacies in the mega-church culture where she worked at.  Join us as we hear Britta's story of her faith deconstruction.  If you have any questions or comments on this...

Ryan Garnes has a passion for ministry and has been involved in church from worship ministry to youth ministry.  However, specific events in the leadership of the church had led to his departure from the church and pursue other avenues of ministry outside the church.  Join us as we hear Ryan's story and his views on ministry in a post-modern world.  If you have any questions or comments on this ep...

Veronica grew us having a diverse upbringing within her family and church life.  When her family moved to Indiana from Texas, she begin to find a sense of home within the church and at college.  However, during her time at a private Christian university, she began to deconstruct her faith as she moved out west to pursue an acting career.  Join us as we hear Veronica's story of her faith deconstruc...

Phil Van Dyke grew up in a standard protestant Christian home, and the church was a huge part of his faith development and life.  When Phil went to a private Christian University, that was when he began to question his faith and the world around him.  Join us as we hear Phil's story of his faith development and why he has converted to the Catholic Church.  If you have any questions or comments on...