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Chip Ingram: How to Stop Living Like a Spiritual Orphan

Jason Daye - July 15, 2020

“I don’t think we can ever love or lead well," says Pastor Chip Ingram, "until we see ourselves more and more the way God sees us."

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Jeff Reed: Actually, Digital Church Is All About Relationships

Jason Daye - July 8, 2020

You might think of digital church as being impersonal. But Jeff Reed says, "The strength of online church is relationships."

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Carlos Whittaker: Are You Living ‘Life to the Full’ with Jesus?

Jason Daye - July 1, 2020

“I just feel like so many Christians have given up," says Carlos Whittaker, "and I don’t think that Jesus Christ died on the cross so we can cope.”

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Eugene Cho: Politics, the Fruits of the Spirit, and How Not to Be a Jerk

Jason Daye - June 24, 2020

“I believe," says Eugene Cho, "that you can be fierce and contend for convictions and still hold to the values of the fruits of the Spirit.”

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Lacy Finn Borgo: How Not to Get in the Way of Your Children Experiencing God

Jason Daye - June 17, 2020

As you consider your kids' need for spiritual direction, says Lacy Finn Borgo, recognize that “children have all of what they need to have an encounter with God."

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Brenda Salter McNeil: We Are in an Esther Moment Right Now

Jason Daye - June 10, 2020

When it comes to racial reconciliation, says Brenda Salter McNeil, “I think Esther is our prototype for what to do next.”

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Jordan Gustafson on the Amazing Opportunity of Long-Term Missions

Jason Daye - June 3, 2020

"We are part of this gigantic, global body of Christ," says Jordan Gustafson, "and so we can’t separate ourselves from everything else that’s happening. We must engage.”

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Lee Strobel: Pastor, You Need an Apologetics Point Person

Jason Daye - May 27, 2020

Lee Strobel says, "We have to create safe places in our churches and let people know it’s ok to have questions." But pastors can't—and shouldn't have to—do this important work alone.

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Judah Smith on the Biggest Challenges for the Church, Leadership Culture and Preaching Prep

Andrew Hess - May 13, 2020

Judah Smith shares about the biggest challenges facing the church today, how he strengthens his leadership team, and how he prepares sermons.

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Thom Schultz: Kids Need VBS This Year More Than Ever

Jason Daye - May 13, 2020

Thinking about not doing VBS this year because of the pandemic? According to Thom Schultz, "This is the most important year ever for vacation Bible school in our lifetimes.”

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Jeannie Gaffigan: How to Handle Life’s Trials with Faith and Humor

Jason Daye - May 6, 2020

"Your experience right now is meaningful in some way in your life," says Jeannie Gaffigan. Faith can help you see that—but humor can as well!

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Russell Moore: Leading Well Through Election 2016

Andrew Hess - May 4, 2020

“Any election that doesn't have Jesus of Nazareth on the ballot is the lesser of two evils."

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Dave Gibson: Whose Salvation Are You Praying for Every Day?

Jason Daye - April 29, 2020

"Evangelism is a process," says Dave Gibson, and it's a process that starts with prayer. So whose salvation are you praying for?

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Eric Metaxas: God Has Powerful Lessons for Us in the Heroes of History

Jason Daye - April 22, 2020

We need the heroes of history to teach us how to live today. In fact, says Eric Metaxas, “some of these stories are too important not to know.”

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Dan Allender: Ministry That Heals Wounded Hearts

Andrew Hess - April 21, 2020

“I can't think of anything more fun on earth to do than to put my foot on the neck of evil and simultaneously grow the fruit of the glory of God on this earth."

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Kara Powell: This Is What Young People Need from Adults Right Now

Jason Daye - April 8, 2020

“This is an anxious season," says Dr. Kara Powell, and there is a good chance social isolation will foster depression and suicidal ideation in our youth. Here is what you need to know to help the young people in your life.

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Christine Caine on Shame: Jesus Came to Shame Our Shame

Andrew Hess - April 6, 2020

Christine Caine on shame: She wants to set you free from shame in Jesus' name.

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Ken Boa: Suffering Is a Required Course in the University of Life

Jason Daye - April 1, 2020

"Suffering is not an elective," says Ken Boa. But even though we are guaranteed to experience pain in life, by God's grace we can still move toward joy.

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Daniel Grothe: Who Are the 80-Year-Olds You Want to Be Like?

Jason Daye - March 25, 2020

"There is a constellation of sages," says Daniel Grothe, "that the Lord will situate around all of our lives.” But like wisdom in the Bible, these wise men and women have to be pursued.

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Jeremy Camp: God Does Not Waste Suffering

Jason Daye - March 18, 2020

Jeremy Camp says that 'I Still Believe,' the new movie based on his life, shows that even when we go through deep suffering, God "gives us the tools and the ability to walk through it with strength and with grace.”

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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!