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Tom Nelson: What the ‘Lost Shepherds’ of the Church Need To Flourish

Jessica Lea - June 7, 2023

Tom Nelson joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share what diverts “lost shepherds” of the church from their callings and how church leaders can truly flourish under the hand of Jesus.

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Jessie Cruickshank: What the Western World Is Missing About Discipleship

Jessica Lea - May 31, 2023

Jessie Cruickshank joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to share how brain science supports what the Bible reveals about how people are truly transformed—and what is lacking in the approach many church leaders take toward discipleship.

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Gary McIntosh: The Surprising Roles All Pastors Take and the ‘Number One Challenge’ Facing the Solo Pastor

Jessica Lea - May 24, 2023

Dr. Gary McIntosh joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to offer advice about how pastors should navigate the responsibilities that are part of their jobs and also shares specific insights about church leaders who are pastoring without any other paid staff to assist them.

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Travis Dickinson: How To Make Your Church Safe for Christians Who Doubt

Jessica Lea - May 17, 2023

Dr. Travis Dickinson joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss why doubt is not something Christians need to fear or avoid and how church leaders can help believers move through doubt to greater confidence in their faith in God.

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Christine Caine Offers Warnings and Encouragement to Church Leaders Who Are ‘Stuck’

Jessica Lea - May 10, 2023

Christine Caine joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to exhort church leaders not to continue looking back at the past, but to move forward toward what Jesus is doing right now.

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Glenn Packiam: How Pastors Can Develop Healthy Rhythms in Our ‘New Normal’

Jessica Lea - May 3, 2023

Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share his observations on the current state of pastors’ health and to offer practical steps church leaders can take in order to live peaceful, healthy lives.

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Bob Roberts Jr.: How To Evangelize Without Seeing People as Projects

Jessica Lea - April 26, 2023

Bob Roberts Jr. joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share the lessons God has taught him about loving people who are not like him and how the church can grow in effectively sharing the gospel.

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Sam Chand: Why Pastors Must Embrace the Pain of Leadership

Jessica Lea - April 19, 2023

Sam Chand joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to explain why pain is an inherent part of leadership, how God uses pain, and the dangers of not responding to pain appropriately.

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Rick Warren on Faith, Dreams, and Why His 40-Plus Years at Saddleback Prepared Him for This Moment

Jessica Lea - April 12, 2023

Rick Warren joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss his new book, “Created to Dream,” and why he is excited for his next season of ministry.

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Matthew Stephen Brown: How the Enneagram Helps Church Leaders With Their Blind Spots

Jessica Lea - April 5, 2023

Matthew Stephen Brown joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share how the Enneagram has been “life-changing” for him and his church and how church leaders can use this tool to transform their ministries.

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Sean Nemecek on the ‘Long, Slow Slide’ Into Burnout and How Pastors Can Avoid It

Jessica Lea - March 29, 2023

Sean Nemecek joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss the warning signs that church leaders are burning out, how they can become healthy again, and the steps they can take to avoid burnout in the first place.

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Nick Hall on Asbury, Gen Z and Why He Believes ‘God Is Doing Something’

Jessica Lea - March 22, 2023

Nick Hall joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about what he witnessed at Asbury University, the signs of true revival, and why he believes God is moving in a special way.

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Greg Laurie: How Churches Can Use ‘Jesus Revolution’ for Evangelism

Jessica Lea - March 17, 2023

Greg Laurie appears on the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about the true events behind his new movie, “Jesus Revolution,” and how churches can use the film to spread the gospel.

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Nicky Gumbel: The ‘Greatest Injustice in the World’ Is Never To Hear About Jesus

Jessica Lea - March 15, 2023

Alpha pioneer Nicky Gumbel joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to discuss why churches must prioritize evangelism, the importance of engaging in Catholic spaces, and the vital role of the Holy Spirit in the work of the church.

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Eric Mason: The Obstacles to Apologetics in Black, Urban Communities

Jessica Lea - March 8, 2023

Dr. Eric Mason joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share the biggest obstacles preventing the Black community from accepting Christianity and how pastors who are not in urban contexts can support those who are.

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Karl Vaters: Just Because Your Church Is Small Does Not Mean It Is Unhealthy

Jessica Lea - February 22, 2023

Karl Vaters joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share how small church pastors can avoid some common misconceptions, leverage their congregations’ strengths, and help their people thrive.

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Great Communicator Series: Powerful Insights for Preachers and Bible Teachers

Jessica Lea - February 20, 2023

What skills does it take to be a great communicator in the church? Ed Stetzer sat down with 10 seasoned preachers and Bible teachers to learn what their practices are for crafting and delivering a message.

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J.D. Greear: How To Explain the Gospel to 21st Century Americans

Jessica Lea - February 15, 2023

J.D. Greear returns to the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share how the book of Romans is relevant to 21st century Americans and how pastors can explain the gospel to people with a wide variety of experiences with the church.

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Dale Sellers: There Is Hope and Help for Pastors Who Feel ‘Stalled’

Jessica Lea - February 8, 2023

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.

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Dallas Jenkins on Why ‘The Chosen’ Is Not ‘Adding to Scripture’

Jessica Lea - February 1, 2023

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.

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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!