Pastor Matters
The Pastor Matters Podcast seeks to equip and encourage pastors and church leaders in whatever context of ministry they find themselves in. Join Chuck Lawless and Caleb Iversen each week as they look at various topics related to preaching and pastoral leadership.
Pastor Matters is produced by the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
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Monday Mar 13, 2023
Monday Mar 13, 2023
What does an effective teacher look like? How can pastors identify and equip Bible teachers in their churches? What are active learning techniques (ALTs)?
Join Ronjour this week as he talks transformational teaching with Dr. Kenneth Coley.
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Monday Mar 06, 2023
Monday Mar 06, 2023
What makes illustrations an effective tool in sermon delivery? In what ways can illustrations distract rather than attract? How does illustration aid in explanation?
This week Ronjour sits down with our 2023 Adams Lecture speaker, Dr. Stephen Rummage, to discuss some valuable tips for using illustrations in preaching.
Monday Feb 27, 2023
Monday Feb 27, 2023
What is theological preaching? Is it possible for pastors to include too much theology in their preaching? Do pastors underestimate what their people can understand theologically?
Join Ronjour this week as he sits down with Dr. Walter Strickland to discuss the relationship between theology and preaching.
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Dr. Matthew Kim is back on the podcast to discuss his most recent book, Preaching to a Divided Nation. Join Ronjour and Dr. Kim this week as they discuss important steps pastors can implement to pursue unity and reconciliation in their local churches.
Check out Dr. Kim's new book by visiting http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/preaching-to-a-divided-nation/408810
Monday Feb 13, 2023
Monday Feb 13, 2023
What is spirit-empowered exposition? What does spirit-empowered preaching look like? What role does prayer play in the preaching moment?
Join Ronjour this week as he sits down with Dr. Jim Shaddix to talk about spirit-empowered exposition and preaching.
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Monday Jan 30, 2023
What does it look like to leave a ministry assignment well?
Join Brandon and Ronjour this week as they tackle this question and share valuable tips for pastors and church leaders.
Monday Jan 23, 2023
Monday Jan 23, 2023
Why are mentor relationships vital during the early years of ministry? What does a culture of discipleship look like in a church? How can younger pastors endure seasons of hurt in ministry?
Join Brandon as he sits down with Dr. Phil Newton to discuss what advice he would give to help pastors during the early years of ministry.
Monday Jan 16, 2023
Monday Jan 16, 2023
What does it mean to be patient? Why is patience vital to enduring in ministry? What does the Bible say about being patient?
Join Brandon and Ronjour this week as they discuss the importance of patience in ministry.
Monday Jan 02, 2023
Monday Jan 02, 2023
What does it mean to find joy in the work of the ministry? What are some things that can be considered threats to the pastor’s joy in ministry? How can pastors protect their joy during the ups and downs of ministry?
Join Brandon and Ronjour this week as they discuss the importance of guarding your joy in ministry with Philip Crouse.
Learn more about the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership by visiting www.pastorscenter.org/.
Monday Dec 12, 2022
Monday Dec 12, 2022
Why should we preach Christ from the Old Testament? What are mistakes preachers can make while preaching the Old Testament? What are some helpful resources for pastors on preaching the Old Testament?
Join Brandon and Ronjour this week as they talk about preaching Christ from the Old Testament with Dr. Allan Moseley (Senior Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at SEBTS).
Learn more about the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership by visiting www.pastorscenter.org/.