Episodes
Michelle Ule on Pandita Ramabai Part 1
A brilliant Sanskrit scholar, Ramabai Donge earned the title "Pandita" as a twenty-year-old orphaned woman in 1878 India. Determined to follow in her Hindu father's belief that women could be scholars, Ramabai used her fame to argue for the education of women. along with the n...
The Art of Preaching - Dan Hamel
In this episode of the Expositors Collective , Dan Hamel offers valuable insights into homiletics and the art of preaching. Recorded at The Creek, Indianapolis this discussion highlights Dan’s thoughtful approach to sermon preparation, delivery, and connecting with audiences i...
Living in the In-Between: A Journey of Faith
Podcast Summary In this episode of the Stoke It Up podcast, Alan Stoddard and Kenneth Priest discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with the new year, particularly focusing on themes of grief, ministry transitions, and the importance of preparation. They reflect ...
168- Dale Lewis: A Pastor You Need to Know
Comments? Questions? Send us a message!168- Dale Lewis: A Pastor You Need to KnowIn the latest episode of our podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Pastor Dale Lewis, a man whose life and ministry have been profoundly shaped by his unique journey of faith. Pastor Dale ...
Jamell Meeks Part 2
Jamell is one of the most fascinating guests that I have ever had the pleasure to interview on Women Worth Knowing. Jamell grew up in the ghetto of Chicago not knowing it was the ghetto. She had good parents and a strong since of family, however, there was an emptiness that sh...
Jesus, Homer and the Necessity of Mentoring the Next Generation
Episode Summary: In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , we feature a compelling message from Bryan Stupar on the vital role of mentorship in ministry and life. Drawing from his deep well of pastoral experience and biblical understanding, Bryan illustrates the...
Navigating Change in Ministry
In this episode, Brenda, Krista, and Kelly talk through their experiences of walking through minor and major changes in ministry. Learning to trust the guidance of the Lord builds patience, dependance and self-control in Him. We pray that this conversation encourages you to ...
Creating Cohorts - Ted Leavenworth and Tommy Cota
In this episode, Brian Kelly sits down with two incredible guests, Ted Leavenworth and Tommy Cota, to dive into the power of fellowship and its transformative role in ministry. Together, they unpack the value of creating cohorts intentional small groups of pastors and church l...
Jamell Meeks Part 1
Jamell is one of the most fascinating guests that I have ever had the pleasure to interview on Women Worth Knowing. Jamell grew up in the ghetto of Chicago not knowing it was the ghetto. She had good parents and a strong since of family, however, there was an emptiness that sh...
How to Be "At Your Best" While Preparing Sermons - Carey Nieuwhof
Should preachers use the humble "we" or the personalised "you" when speaking to their congregations? Should busy leaders take breakfast meetings? Should sermon preparation nourish the soul of the pastor? Carey Nieuwhof answers these questions and more in this captivating and c...
Pulpit Flourish vs Pastoral Care
In this rebroadcast of a classic episode (from September of 2022) of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Dr. Bryan Chapell joins Mike to discuss the vital role of pastoral care and the irreplaceable power of love in pastoral ministry. Dr. Chapell is an internationally recogn...
Irene Chapman Part 2
After Irene got saved in college, she volunteered at her church. Little did she know where her willingness to serve would lead her! Hear the wonderful twists, turns, and adventures that simply following Jesus has led Irene to and in. Only recently, Irene, her husband Anthony (...
The Prodigal Sons
The story of the prodigal son isn’t just one of the most powerful parables in the Bible—it’s one of the most enduring stories in culture, inspiring countless works of art, music, and literature throughout history. But beyond its cultural impact lies a deeply personal truth: it’...
Brian Brodersen: Your Adversary, the Devil (1 Peter 5:8-11) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference
Brian Brodersen is the Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa, California. He is the founder and president of Calvary Global Network (CGN), and has served as a church planter, missionary, and the pastor of pastors for many in ministry. This message was given at the 20...
Irene Chapman Part 1
After Irene got saved in college, she volunteered at her church. Little did she know where her willingness to serve would lead her! Hear the wonderful twists, turns, and adventures that simply following Jesus has led Irene to and in. Only recently, Irene, her husband Anthony (...
Gospel Sanity in a World Gone Mad - Ray Ortlund Re-release
Gospel Sanity in a World Gone Mad – This is what Ray Ortlund Jr. aims to offer to the next generation of pastors and leaders. In this conversation with Mike, he discusses the profound value of remembering his own mortality, the importance of gathering and "gospelling" young me...
West Coast Conference '24 - Jesus Through the Eyes of Women - Live Q&A
In this episode, When She Leads Hosts Brenda, Kelly, Rosemary, and Krista sat around the table at the recent West Coast Conference in Murrieta, CA to answer questions asked from the conference attendees. We pray that this interview encourages you to continue to lead with hum...
Brenda Leavenworth Part 2
Brenda was born shortly after her parents migrated from Scotland to the United States. Her home was filled with all the wonder and traditions of Scotland. Brenda did not find Jesus until after she married Ted, the love of her life. After they were married, they felt led to hel...
Crafting Captivating Sermon Outlines
Dr Alan Stoddard explores the creation of an exegetical sermon outline and its transformation into a preaching outline, offering key insights to enrich your personal study and public speaking. His message includes valuable lessons from his time at Gordon Conwell Theological Se...
167- Testimony: Powerful Renewal in the Holy Spirit- with John Knapp
Comments? Questions? Send us a message!167- Testimony: Powerful Renewal in the Holy Spirit- with John KnappIn the bustling community of Henderson, Nevada, a spiritual renewal is taking place at Calvary Chapel Green Valley under the leadership of Pastor John Knapp. For over 26 y...
James T. Meeks: Shepherding the Flock (1 Peter 5:1-5) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference
James T. Meeks is the founder and Pastor Emeritus of Salem Baptist Church of Chicago. Over the course of his ministry, Pastor Meeks has sought to serve his community in various ways, to bring holistic gospel-centered renewal to his city. This message was given at the 2024 C...
Brenda Leavenworth Part 1
Brenda was born shortly after her parents migrated from Scotland to the United States. Her home was filled with all the wonder and traditions of Scotland. Brenda did not find Jesus until after she married Ted, the love of her life. After they were married, they felt led to hel...
Anchoring Truth: From Reporting the News to Preaching the Good News
In this episode, Mike Neglia sits down with Calvin Whittman, the pastor of Green Valley Baptist Church in Henderson, Nevada, to discuss his unique journey to the pulpit and his approach to gospel-centred preaching. Calvin reflects on how his diverse experiences—from serving in...
An Interview with Wendy Zahorjanski - Hard is Only Half of the Story - From Small Town Girl to Missionary in Serbia
In this episode, Brenda sits down with Wendy Zahorjanski to talk about her life story and the writing of her book, her calling to serve Jesus as a missionary, and the continued work that she and her husband, Danny are doing with their church community in the city of Kragujevac...
Money & Finances – Nick Cady and Seth Allingham
Welcome to the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast I’m Brian Kelly, joined by my co-host Nick Cady. Today, we’re tackling a topic that every church planter will face, but many find challenging: managing money and finances in a church plant. This is one of those areas where wisdo...
Shannon Forsyth Part 2
Shannon did not choose an easy ministry. Better yet, God did not choose an easy ministry for Shannon Forsythe. After Shannon gave her life to Jesus, she asked the Lord to use her in whatever way He wanted. Almost immediately she felt a burden for the women she saw prostituting...
Breaking the Fast Food Bible Study Habit
In a culture addicted to fast food and instant gratification, are we falling into the same trap when it comes to sermons? In this episode, Pastor Mike Chaddick draws a fascinating parallel between the shallow nourishment of fast food and the modern demand for quick, easy-to-di...
Ed Stetzer: Life In the End Times (1 Peter 4:1-11) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference
Ed Stetzer (Ph.D.) is the Dean of Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. He is passionate about helping pastors and has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, in addition to being a prolific author and missiologist. This message was given at the 2024 CGN Intern...
Shannon Forsyth Part 1
Shannon did not choose an easy ministry. Better yet, God did not choose an easy ministry for Shannon Forsythe. After Shannon gave her life to Jesus, she asked the Lord to use her in whatever way He wanted. Almost immediately she felt a burden for the women she saw prostituting...
Impository Preaching and How to Avoid It
In this episode of the Expositors Collective podcast, Mike Neglia interviews David Jackman about his preaching journey and insights from his book Proclaiming the Word . Jackman recounts his early preaching experiences and the influence of mentors like J.I. Packer and Alec Moty...
166- The Power of the Gospel in Forgiveness - Matthew 18.21-35 (with Bill Holdridge)
Comments? Questions? Send us a message!Comments? Questions? Send us a message!In this heartfelt episode, Bill Holdridge shares a powerful message delivered at Regeneration Church in Scotts Valley, California. This episode is a departure from our usual format, as Bill recounts a...
When is the Right Time to Step Out in Faith?
In this episode, Brenda, Krista, and Kelly talk through their experiences of stepping out in faith. Learning to trust the guidance of the Lord builds patience, dependance and self-control in Him. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility...
Henrietta Mears, Part 4
Anne Huffman joined us in studio and delighted us with first hand stories of her time with "Teacher", as Henrietta Mears preferred to be called. Anne attended First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood during her college years and was asked by Teacher to serve as a leader in the c...
Does Your Preaching Pass The Rock and The Reed Challenge?
In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Mike Neglia interviews Dr. Douglas D. Webster, professor of pastoral theology and preaching at Beeson Divinity School. Dr. Webster reflects on his personal journey into preaching, sharing his early experiences and the wisd...
John Dickson: Suffering for Righteousness (1 Peter 3:8-22) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference
John Dickson is a Professor at Wheaton College, where he holds the Jean Kvamme Distinguished Chair. Prior to this, John served as a pastor in his home country of Australia. He is a speaker and author, and has served with the Centre for Public Christianity. This message was g...
S6.E16 Work-Life Balance
Introduction | Work/Life Balance Pastor Daniel introduces this final episode of Season 6, bringing you a lesson he gave for his monthly cohort meeting of CGN (Calvary Global Network). It’s about the work/life balance and understanding what particular season we are in. After th...
Henrietta Mears, Part 3
Tim grew up in Hollywood and was part of the early beginnings of contemporary Christian music through a coffee house called “The Salt Company”, that started at the First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood. He met Henrietta Mears during her final years and was deeply impacted by ...
How to Build a Sermon Outline / Kako Napraviti Nacrt Propovedi
In this episode, Pastor Nick Cady walks us through the essential elements of crafting a clear and compelling sermon outline, which serves as a vital tool for ensuring your Bible teaching stays organized and impactful. Nick shares his tried-and-true process for avoiding the com...
How Should we Handle Spiritual Warfare?
In this episode, Brenda, Rosemary, and Kelly talk through their various experiences of handling and combatting spiritual warfare. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ...
The Assistant Pastor - Josiah Hart
In this episode of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast, I sat down with my friend and assistant pastor, Josiah Hart, here at West Church in Florida. Josiah and I explored the vital role of an assistant pastor—not just as a support but as an essential partner in ministry. We ...