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 Aug 19, 2024
Monday Aug 19, 2024
In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Pennington, author and professor of New Testament Interpretation at Southern Seminary, discusses preaching the Gospels and the key themes and emphasis of each Gospel. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the Gospels as narrative and shares his approach to preaching through the Gospels.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
Resources in this episode:
Connect with Dr. Jonathan Pennington by visiting: https://www.jonathanpennington.com/
Small Preaching is available for purchase at:
https://www.amazon.com/Small-Preaching-Little-Things-Preacher/dp/1683594711
You can check out his other books for purchase on Amazon at: https://rb.gy/8wdstt
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Pennington joins Dr. Lawless and Caleb Iversen to discuss his book 'Small Preaching: 25 Little Things You Can Do Now to Become a Better Preacher' which emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement in preaching and highlights the power of incrementalism in a pastor's growth.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
Resources in this episode:
Connect with Dr. Jonathan Pennington by visiting: https://www.jonathanpennington.com/
His book is available for purchase at:
https://www.amazon.com/Small-Preaching-Little-Things-Preacher/dp/1683594711
Monday Aug 05, 2024
Monday Aug 05, 2024
In this episode of Pastor Matters, Chuck Lawless and Caleb Iversen continue their conversation with Dr. Eddie Moody, the executive secretary of the National Association of Free Will Baptists. They discuss the challenges that churches and pastors are facing in 2024, focusing on the topics of getting members to put their faith into practice, effectively evangelizing people contacted through outreach activities, and growing small group participation.
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Monday Jul 29, 2024
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Edward E. Moody, Executive Secretary of the National Association of Free Will Baptists. We discuss a study conducted about challenges that pastors are facing in 2024.
How do churches effectively evangelize unchurched people? How do pastors mobilize the church for evangelism? How does the church retain young adults?
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
Resources used in this episode: https://place.asburyseminary.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1455&context=gcrj
Monday Jul 22, 2024
Monday Jul 22, 2024
This summer we are highlighting some of your favorite podcasts from the past year!
What qualities make a great leader? What are some failures seen in Christian leaders today? How do leaders lead their team well?
In this episode, Dr. Akin reflects on his leadership journey, leadership mentors, and lessons learned.
Let us know how this episode encouraged you! You can send us feedback by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Monday Jul 15, 2024
In this episode, we discuss prayer in the preaching process.
What is the need for pastors to be men of prayer? What are the dangers of neglecting prayer in the sermon process? What are practical steps a pastor can take today to improve in this area?
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Monday Jul 08, 2024
This summer we are highlighting some of your favorite podcasts from the past year!
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Tom Elliff, a teaching pastor at First Southern Baptist Church in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Elliff has served as a pastor, president of the International Mission Board, president of the Southern Baptist Convention and more.
Dr. Elliff imparts wisdom and short sayings to challenge and encourage us. He also shares the background of these sayings.
We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
Resources in this episode:
Connect with Dr. Tom Elliff by visiting firstsouthern.tv.
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
In this episode we are joined by Danny Franks, Pastor of Guest Services at The Summit Church in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina.
Where does a church begin in starting a guest services ministry? How is a guest services team built? What is included in a guest services ministry?
Connect with Danny Franks: dfranks.com
"People Are The Mission" Book: https://www.amazon.com/People-Are-Mission-Churches-Compromising/dp/031053867X
Let us know how this episode encouraged you! You can send us feedback by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
Monday Jun 24, 2024
Monday Jun 24, 2024
This summer we are highlighting some of your favorite podcasts from the past year!
In this episode, we discuss 11 practical ways to grow and improve in your preaching in 2024 and in the years to come. We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.
For additional preaching resources:
https://www.pastorscenter.org/blog/5-recommended-books-on-preaching/
Monday Jun 17, 2024
Monday Jun 17, 2024
This is the 150th episode of Pastor Matters! In this episode we reflect on God's faithfulness, look ahead, and share exciting updates! We hope this episode is encouraging to you today!
The Pastors' Center received a grant from the Lily Foundation for compelling preaching.
Learn more here: https://www.sebts.edu/news-and-events/headlines/2024/05/southeastern-receives-1-25-million-grant-from-lilly-endowment-inc/
Sign up for the Engaging Exposition Preaching Conference here:
https://www.sebts.edu/event/engaging-exposition-preaching-conference/
Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu.