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S7.E11 | Leadership Principles
Episode 11 | Leadership Principles Leadership Lesson with Alan Stoddard Alan Stoddard is Lead Pastor of Imagine Church in Granbury, Texas as well as part of Online Faculty at Calvary Chapel Bible College and host of STOKE IT UP podcast. Alan shares his story of growing in leade...
S7.E11 | Leadership Principles
Episode 11 | Leadership Principles Leadership Lesson with Alan Stoddard Alan Stoddard is Lead Pastor of Imagine Church in Granbury, Texas as well as part of Online Faculty at Calvary Chapel Bible College and host of STOKE IT UP podcast. Alan shares his story of growing in leade...
Why Apprenticeship is the Truest Form of Discipleship - with Heath Hardesty
What does it really mean to be an apprentice of Jesus in a fragmented world? In this episode of Theology for the People , Pastor Heath Hardesty shares how his years as an apprentice plumber shaped his vision for discipleship and following Jesus. Heath is the Lead Pastor of Vall...
The Gospel in the Midst of Grief: Lessons from Widowhood - with Susan VandePol
What does faithful, biblical care for widows look like, and why does the Bible say that it is at the heart of "pure religion"? Susan VandePol became a widow when her husband—a Los Angeles City firefighter—died following a line-of-duty exposure. Out of her own grief th...
The Conversion of the Vikings: Finding Bridges to the Gospel for Missionary Encounters
In this episode of Theology for the People , Pastor Nick Cady is joined by Pastor Stephen Pomeroy from White Fields Community Church to explore the fascinating story of the conversion of the Vikings . Stephen, who also hosts the Viking Legacy and Lore podcast, shares how hi...
Digging Deeper: Individualism (with Justin Thomas)
On this Digging Deeper episode, Pastor Jeff Gipe and Professor Brian Nixon have a very compelling and important conversation on the ism of individualism, including the realm of gender and sexuality. Our special guest on this episode is Justin Thomas, the president of Calvary Ch...
Digging Deeper: Intellectualism (With Dr. Dominick Hernandez)
On this Digging Deeper episode, Pastor Jeff Gipe and Professor Brian Nixon dialogue with Dr. Dominick Hernandez.Hernandez is an author and associate professor of Old Testament and Semitics at the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University.Together they look at the Ism of int...
Digging Deeper: Materialism
On this Digging Deeper episode, Pastor Jeff Gipe and Professor Brian Nixon dialogue with Pastor Rob Sweet from Fellowship Bible Church in Brentwood, TN. In the conversation, Pastor Rob shares with us the reason why every human being from the beginning of time has had trouble wi...
Thailand Mission Trip Testimonies
Jesus Famous Youth just got back from their Thailand mission trip! On today's episode we have a few students share their stories and favorite moments from the trip. We get to hear of the amazing testimonies of what the Lord did through the people of Thailand and through the gro...
Super Dad
What does it take to be a "super dad"? What are ways that a father can delight in your children? In this special solo episode, Nate takes through Proverbs and looks at scripture that speaks to fathers. As Nate goes through scripture he provides insight into characteristics and ...
A Roundtable On Fatherhood
As Father's Day approaches the corner, Nate has a roundtable discussion with some fathers of Calvary Monterey. Nate and guys discuss some parenting methods, practical ways of fathering, and insights to everyday life. We hope this episode gives great wisdom and biblical insight ...
62. Exploring Perspectives on Gender Identity
In the final episode of season 5, Phil Metzger and His NEW Co-Host Dr. Brian Howell sit down with Dr. Mark Yarhouse to discuss the topic of Gender Identity. Dr. Mark Yarhouse is one of the leading experts on in his field of work. Follow Us on Social Media - YouTube...
61. Gender Identity
In this episode Phil Metzger and His NEW Co-Host Dr. Brian Howell sit down with Dr. Mark Yarhouse to discuss the topic of Gender Identity. Dr. Mark Yarhouse is one of the leading experts on in his field of work. This episode will be crucial to understanding the framework fo...
60. A Perspective on Hollywood PART 2
In this episode Phil Metzger and His NEW Co-Host Dr. Brian Howell continue sharing their perspective on Hollywood movies as a Christian. Please note, this episode was filmed a few months prior to the 2022 Oscars. Some of the information or films will be dated. Stay tuned fo...
Christine Caine - The God Who Speaks Your Name
Christine Caine is a best-selling author, international speaker, justice advocate, and the founder of A21, one of the world’s leading organizations combatting human trafficking. She’s also the founder of Propel Women, a movement dedicated to empowering and equipping women to li...
Calvin Nowell - Worshiping God When Life Falls Apart
In this episode, Dominic talks with artist and creative leader Calvin Nowell about what it looks like to walk through grief while holding on to God. Calvin shares about losing his entire family within a year, the impact of church hurt, and the slow process of healing through co...
Exposing the Dark Truth: Human Trafficking, Pornography & the Fight for Freedom with Benjamin Nolot
In this eye-opening episode of Pursuing Faith, Dominic Done sits down with Benjamin Nolot, founder and CEO of Exodus Cry, a leading organization dedicated to ending human trafficking and breaking the cycle of commercial sexual exploitation. Benji is a filmmaker, activist, and a...
Empowering Small Towns: The Story of All Things All People
Mikel Collins introduces the remarkable journey of All Things All People (ATAP), a ministry in Rutherford County, North Carolina, dedicated to equipping Christians to spread the gospel to the least reached and darkest communities. We hear from Jeremy Jenkins, founder and execut...
Transforming Conversations with Any Three: A Guide for Evangelism
This episode gives you a breakdown of the any three model for evangelism. This method, developed by Mike Shipman, is designed for sharing the gospel in Muslim-majority contexts but can be applied more broadly. Dive into what the Any Three method entails, including its five step...
Short-Term Missions: Blessing or Burden?
In this episode, Mikel and Jeremy discuss the value of short-term mission trips by sharing personal experiences and addressing common criticisms. They emphasize the importance of avoiding a savior complex, supporting career missionaries, developing a global view of the church, ...
Best of Series: Randy Alcorn on the Reality of Heaven and Happiness
How real is heaven to you? Even as believers, is heaven just a concept that we read or study in the Word rather than a real, ultimate destination? We read about joy and hope God infuses within us towards, not only heaven, but also to carry us through the ups and downs of this l...
Best Of Series Dr. Gerry Breshears on Theology and Training Men in Ministry
On this "Best Of" episode, Dr. Gerry Breshears of Western Seminary shares two theological trends that have caught his attention. One has been that of local pastors coming alongside to serve their city in the name of Jesus. He also discusses "Theological Tribalism...
Best of Series: Dr. Paul Tripp on the Depth of God's Grace
On this "Best Of" episode, Dr. Paul Tripp and Pastor Brian Brodersen discuss that no one is ever a “grace graduate.” So often those in pastoral ministry experience graceless living because they can "Improperly equate biblical knowledge, theological ability and su...
S7.E11 | Leadership Principles
Episode 11 | Leadership Principles Leadership Lesson with Alan Stoddard Alan Stoddard is Lead Pastor of Imagine Church in Granbury, Texas as well as part of Online Faculty at Calvary Chapel Bible College and host of STOKE IT UP podcast. Alan shares his story of growing in leade...