The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast

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The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast helps Christian church leaders navigate and lead through the cultural issues of our day by giving voice to recognizable names in ministry, subject matter experts, and local pastors and leaders. Whatever area of ministry you serve in, our goal is to help you lead better every day. Hosted by Ed Stetzer, a new episode is released once a week. Tune in now to gain practical wisdom, engage with thought-provoking discussions, and enhance your church leadership impact!

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Dale Sellers: There Is Hope and Help for Pastors Who Feel ‘Stalled' 08.02.2023 26:22

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/444360-dale-sellers-hope-help-pastors-stalled.html Dale Sellers joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share warning signs that pastors are stalling out and the truths and practical steps that will help them thrive again.   ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLea...

Dallas Jenkins on Why ‘The Chosen’ Is Not ‘Adding to Scripture' 01.02.2023 39:53

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/443901-dallas-jenkins-the-chosen-not-adding-scripture.html Dallas Jenkins joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to explain the principles that guide how “The Chosen” is created and why he believes “God has his hand” on the show.   ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find Chur...

Holly Catterton Allen: How Your Church Can Help Children Be Spiritually Resilient 25.01.2023 35:50

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/443332-holly-catterton-allen-church-children-spiritually-resilient.html Dr. Holly Catterton Allen joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to explain that, contrary to what we might assume, children are deeply spiritual and to share how churches can help kids develop resilience.   ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Web...

Kelly Kapic: How Pastors Can Embrace the God-Given Goodness of Their Limitations 18.01.2023 33:31

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/442837-kelly-kapic-pastors-goodness-limitations.html Dr. Kelly Kapic joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss why, contrary to what we might think, our limitations are very good and what that means for the life of the church leader.   ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.c...

Priscilla Shirer: ‘Message Preparation Is the Hardest Thing I Do in Ministry’ 11.01.2023 43:25

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/442100-priscilla-shirer-message-preparation-hardest-ministry.html Priscilla Shirer joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast for the final episode of our Great Communicator Series and shares key disciplines she has learned to follow when crafting a message.   ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchlea...

Robby Gallaty: Why It Will Cost You To Ignore Discipleship 04.01.2023 41:00

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/441937-robby-gallaty-cost-ignore-discipleship.html Robby Gallaty joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share what God has taught him about the importance of discipleship and how church leaders can prioritize both discipleship and evangelism in their ministries.   ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website:...

Best of 2022: Andy Stanley on Whether Your Church Is Choosing Political Sides Without Realizing It 28.12.2022 37:44

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/423344-andy-stanley-church-choosing-political-sides.html In one of our most popular episodes of 2022, Andy Stanley joined the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share why he believes so many Christians have politicized their faith, even though most would agree it is wrong to do so.   ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLe...

Best of 2022: Mike Cosper on What ‘The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill’ Means for Church Leaders 21.12.2022 41:38

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/415759-mike-cosper-rise-fall-mars-hill-church-leaders.html In our most listened to episode of 2022, Mike Cosper joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share about his experience creating the "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and his thoughts on what church leaders should take away from the series. ► Listen on Apple:  ...

Sam Chan: How the Topical Preacher Can Avoid Getting on a Hobby Horse 14.12.2022 41:59

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/440636-sam-chan-topical-preacher-hobby-horse.html Dr. Sam Chan joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast for our Great Communicator Series and gives his insights on how to be a wise and effective topical preacher.   ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebo...

Bryan Loritts’ Best Advice for Church Leaders Struggling With Fatherhood 07.12.2022 36:11

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/440257-bryan-loritts-church-leaders-struggling-fatherhood.html Dr. Bryan Loritts joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to encourage church leaders who are struggling with fatherhood and to share four important gifts all dads can give their kids.    ► Listen on Apple:   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://chur...

Max Lucado: ‘The One Thing That Has Helped Me More Than Anything Else’ as a Preacher 30.11.2022 46:28

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/439627-max-lucado-one-thing-helped-preacher.html Max Lucado joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share his best tips for creating and delivering a sermon that draws people in.  ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders...

Trillia Newbell: How Church Leaders Can Deal With Fear and Anxiety 23.11.2022 29:31

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/439224-trillia-newbell-church-leaders-fear-anxiety.html Trillia Newbell joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to explain how the Lord has helped her with her fear and anxiety and also to share some thoughts on women in ministry. ► Listen on Apple: ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, minist...

Andy Stanley: Are You Missing This Key Part of Your Sermon Prep? 16.11.2022 46:59

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/438764-andy-stanley-sermon-strategy-misunderstand.html Andy Stanley joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share the key question that guides his sermon prep, how he develops “sticky phrases,” and his unique approach to structuring his messages.  ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines...

Thom Rainer: This Is What Is Necessary for Churches To Survive 09.11.2022 35:20

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/438110-thom-rainer-necessary-churches-survive.html Thom Rainer joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss why being a Christian means being part of a local congregation and what pastors can do to reach those who have been alienated from the church. ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.c...

Ralph Douglas West on the Benefits of Being Shaped by Black and White Preaching Traditions 02.11.2022 48:00

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/437720-ralph-douglas-west-black-white-preaching-traditions.html Dr. Ralph Douglas West joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share his insights into what makes a sermon compelling, the benefits and challenges of Black and white preaching, and the importance of expositing your people. ► Listen on Apple: ChurchLeaders bring...

Trevin Wax: Christians Are in Danger If We Stop Being Thrilled by Orthodoxy 26.10.2022 36:12

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/437109-trevin-wax-christians-danger-orthodoxy.html Trevin Wax joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss what orthodoxy is and isn’t and why it matters that it captures our hearts.   ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. S...

Beth Moore on the ‘Most Important Part of the Process’ of Teaching God’s Word 19.10.2022 53:12

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/436473-beth-moore-important-teaching-gods-word.html Beth Moore joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share how she prepares to teach the Bible in a way that will help listeners experience true life change.   ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and...

Tim Elmore: How To Avoid Generational Misunderstandings on Your Ministry Teams 12.10.2022 38:35

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/436044-tim-elmore-avoid-generational-misunderstandings-ministry-teams.html Dr. Tim Elmore joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share how generational diversity can be a huge asset to your ministry—if you avoid some common pitfalls.  ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert t...

J.D. Greear: How Your Sermons Will Benefit From a ‘Multitude of Counselors’ 05.10.2022 47:41

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/435474-j-d-greear-sermons-multitude-counselors.html J.D. Greear joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss the power of exegetical preaching and how gathering input during your sermon preparation will benefit your whole congregation.    ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines a...

Eric Geiger: What the ‘Alarming’ State of Theology Report Means for the Church 03.10.2022 41:55

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/435043-eric-geiger-alarming-state-of-theology-report-church.html Eric Geiger joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss the recently released The State of Theology report, which Geiger calls “alarming.” But there is still some good news for church leaders. ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest h...

Jen Wilkin on the Biggest Obstacle Keeping People From Reading the Bible 28.09.2022 35:34

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/434923-jen-wilkin-biggest-obstacle-reading-bible.html Jen Wilkin joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to explain the challenges church leaders face with helping people engage the Bible, as well as some possible solutions.    ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on...

Charlie Dates: Why Your Church Needs To Identify and Raise Up Young Preachers 21.09.2022 48:28

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/434535-charlie-dates-church-identify-young-preachers.html Charlie Dates joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss what makes preaching compelling and the role local churches play in cultivating preachers for the pulpit. ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, m...

Max Lucado: The Church Needs the Holy Spirit, Not Another Program or Trend 12.09.2022 41:14

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/433631-max-lucado-church-needs-holy-spirit.html Max Lucado joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share the beautiful truths God has taught him about “our blessed, unfailing friend,” the Holy Spirit.   ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leadin...

Wilfredo de Jesús: How (Not) To Turn Your Sermon Points Into Stop Signs 07.09.2022 46:49

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/433533-wilfredo-de-jesus-sermon-points-stop-signs.html Wilfredo de Jesús, also known as Pastor Choco, joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast for our Great Communicator Series and shares what he has learned as a preacher about knowing his audience, incorporating motifs, and relying on the Holy Spirit.   ► Listen on Apple:...

Daniel Darling: How To Disciple Your People To Use Social Media 31.08.2022 32:49

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/433109-daniel-darling-disciple-social-media.html Daniel Darling joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss how church leaders should engage with social media and how they can help their congregations have discernment online.   ► Listen on Apple:   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips...