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Kingdom Character: Suffering, Service, and Sacrifice

Trevin Wax

We all want to be great in ministry. But greatness in Christ's kingdom comes at a cost. What is it that you desire from Him?
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10 Keys to Preaching

Crawford Loritts

Dr. Crawford Loritts offers 10 ways to approach your time on the platform as you share the Word of God with the congregation He has entrusted to your care.
Podcast Episode

Jesus’ Power in Church Planting

New Churches Podcast Season 1 Episode 811

Host Ed Stetzer returns with writer, speaker, and professor Kyle Strobel to dive more deeply into the leadership challenges of church planting today. Tune in to discover the profound paradox of leading from weakness as you make much of Christ...
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Qualities of Peacemakers

Tony Merida

The Prince of Peace calls us His own. Here are the 3 ways Christ calls you to extend peace as you make His name known.
Podcast Episode

Encouraging Women in Evangelism

New Churches Podcast Season 1 Episode 810

Hosts Vance Pitman and Noah Oldham meet with pastor’s wife, mom, and National Director of Women’s Evangelism, Catherine Renfro, to discuss the significance of women’s evangelism in the life of the church. Tune in to discover how you can mobilize...
Podcast Episode

Raising Up Women Leaders

New Churches Podcast Season 1 Episode 812

Hosts Vance Pitman and Noah Oldham team back up with pastor’s wife, mom, and National Director of Women’s Evangelism, Catherine Renfro, to dive into the impact of investing in the ladies of your congregation. Tune in to discover why God...
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Discovering Future Leaders

Matt Rogers

"Future leaders do not simply appear; they are discovered." Here are the 4 traits to look for for in the future leaders of your church.
Podcast Episode

3 Practices to Endure in Ministry

New Churches Podcast Season 1 Episode 809

Host Tony Merida teams back up with Matt Carter, Send Network’s Vice President of Mobilization, to discuss the rhythms and patterns that have helped them thrive in ministry, as well as in their personal health and families. Tune in to...
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5 Ways to Pastor Your Family Flock

Kathy Litton

Your family is your first church plant. Here's how you can invest in your household as you share your love for the Lord and the joy of His church.
Podcast Episode

Responding to Criticism

New Churches Podcast Season 1 Episode 808

Host Noah Oldham teams back up with pastor and planter Adam Muhtaseb to discuss their relationships with constructive criticism throughout their journeys as church planters. Tune in as they discuss what Scripture has to say about your life, ministry, and...
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Death: The Beginning of Spiritual Formation

Coleman Ford

From death comes new life. Here's what dying to self looks like for the church planter as you grow in the area of spiritual formation.
Podcast Episode

Spiritual Formation

New Churches Podcast Season 1 Episode 807

Host Ed Stetzer meets with writer, speaker, and professor Kyle Strobel to discuss the impact of spiritual practices—both personally and corporately—in the life of the church planter. Discover what it means to find your strength in the Lord and how...
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12 Traits of a Healthy Church

David Platt

There are so many ways to build your church, yet God calls His builders to multiply by His design. Here are 12 ways to gauge the health of your church plant.
Podcast Episode

Preaching to the Lost

New Churches Podcast Season 1 Episode 806

Host Noah Oldham sits down with Adam Muhtaseb, the pastor, planter, and recipient of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary’s Joe B. Brown Preaching Award. Listen in as they discuss the impact of your church’s Sunday morning preaching culture and how you...
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Why Church Planters Need to Innovatively Engage Unbelievers

Doug Logan

Connecting with your community is no easy feat. Yet it's the example Paul gave us throughout the New Testament. Here's how–and why!–God has called you to be creative as you engage the lost around you.
Podcast Episode

What Role Does Preaching Play in Church Planting?

New Churches Podcast Season 1 Episode 805

Episode 805 Host Tony Merida meets with Matt Carter, Send Network’s Vice President of Mobilization, to discuss their journeys through preaching the Word within their respective church-planting contexts. Tune in to discover their wisdom gained and lessons learned throughout their...
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Best Practices for a Pastor’s Day Off

Noah Oldham

Pastor, we know you need rest. Here are three simple ways to better care for yourself emotionally, physically, and spiritually as you invest in what matters most.
Podcast Episode

Good Mentoring Relationships

New Churches Podcast Season 1 Episode 804

Episode 804 Hosts Vance Pitman and Noah Oldham return for another episode with pastor, planter, and leadership expert Dr. Crawford Loritts. Tune in to discover what you can gain through the guidance of those who have gone before you on...