The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast

The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast helps Christian 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.

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Greg Stier on Reaching the Next Generation for Christ

Greg Stier discusses how ministry leaders can create a culture of evangelism in their communites.

John Ortberg on Becoming a Master Storyteller and His Friendship with Dallas Willard

John Ortberg discusses the importance of building relationships, becoming a master storyteller and cultivating the "With-God Life."

Eugene Cho on Why His Church Won’t Last Forever—And Neither Will Yours

Eugene Cho discusses how God led him to start One Day's Wages, how leaders can prevent burnout, and his advice to young leaders.

Jon Acuff on Making Ministry Awesome and Why “Busy” Isn’t Successful

Jon Acuff discusses how to avoid the busyness trap, focus on priorities, and do work that is awesome.

Jennie Allen on God’s Call to Gather, Equip and Unleash a Generation of Women

Jennie Allen discusses surrender, enternal perspective and how God called her to start IF:Gathering.

Carlos Whittaker on How the Church Should Be a Part of the Solution to Racism

Carlos Whittaker discusses intentionally creating moments, living authentically and practicing personal habits that strengthen creativity.

Ron Edmondson on Overcoming Obstacles to Church Growth and Revitalization

Ron Edmondson discusses church revitalization, church growth and his leadership routine.

Donald Miller on Blue Like Jazz, Emotional Intelligence and Avoiding the Performance Trap

Donald Miller discusses the success of Blue Like Jazz, his newest project on emotional intelligence and how leaders can create space for spiritual growth.

Jefferson Bethke on Reaching Millennials, Sabbath Rest and the Challenges of Being in the Spotlight

Author, blogger and YouTuber Jefferson Bethke discusses ministry to the upcoming generation, taking time to rest, and the pressures of public ministry.

Erwin McManus on Creating Space for Innovation and Creativity in the Church

Erwin McManus discusses how to create a culture of creativity within churches and families and why creativity should naturally flow from our spirituality.

Jen Hatmaker Discusses Reaching the Lost, Women’s Ministry, Adoption, and Her Family’s Fight Against Excessiveness

Jen Hatmaker Discusses Changing the Tone of Our Cultural Engagement, Adoption, Women's Ministry, and Her Family's Intentional Fight Against Excessiveness.

Ed Stetzer on Church Planting, Mars Hill, and the Future of the Church

Ed Stetzer discusses church planting, the future of the church, how ministry leaders should engage on cultural issues, and the state of the small church.

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

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

Franklin Graham Gives Nepal Relief Update and Shares How to Lead When Disaster Strikes

How do we respond when disaster strikes? Franklin Graham reminds us to serve in Christ's name.

Matt Chandler on Preparing for Marriage and Working Through Tough Seasons

How should today's pastors prepare their people for marriage? What should pastors do if they are struggling in their own marriage? Matt Chandler shares the pastor's role in dating, engagement and the pursuit of marriage.

Special Podcast Preview: Matt Chandler, Ed Stetzer, and Judah Smith

Hear this knockout preview with three powerful snippets about marriage, church leadership missteps, and real humility.

Woman Attempts To Steal Gas From Church Van; Church Responds by...

A week after someone attempted to steal gas from its church buses, Rocky Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Simpsonville, South Carolina, held an event to hand out gas cards to people in the community. 

Benjamin Watson: What Church Leaders Need To Know About Abortion and...

Benjamin Watson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what the pro-life movement should focus on now that Roe has been overturned.

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