From the Worldview podcast with Mike Lester. We have been blessed with a family built through four adoptions. Our Christian adoption story is one of faith and miracles, teaching us that adoption and the gospel are inextricably linked.

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Preaching means speaking and thinking at the same time. To master preaching without notes, you need an internalized "mental map" to guide your sermon delivery strategy and manage the energy flow.Connect with Scott at https://substack.com/@blksheepshepherd

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Your Sermon Introduction must grab attention and connect to the text. I share my 4-part formula and show you where to source the best Sermon Illustrations from news, sports, and personal experience.Connect with Scott at https://substack.com/@blksheepshepherd

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If you're looking to develop a consistent preaching style, you need a disciplined sermon preparation flow. Connect with Scott at https://substack.com/@blksheepshepherd

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Jono Long is the founder of Faithworks Marketing, which helps churches reach more people with the power of digital marketing. Connect with Jono at https://www.jonolong.com/ Connect with Luke at ⁠https://jlukeclayton.comStart your first design from Luke's team for FREE at ⁠⁠https://IncreaseCreative.Co

A conversation with Brent Armstrong, pastor of Temple Baptist Church in Tucson, Arizona

A seismic shift is underway in global missions. We're rethinking how we fulfill the Great Commission, moving from a costly deputation model to a more effective, biblical approach. It's time to invest in national pastors.

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A conversation with Bryan Samms, Mike Lester, Nate Skelly, and Luke Clayton for a crossover episode of the Church Advance, Worldview, and Financial Pathway podcasts.

In a world filled with digital distractions, how do we build real, lasting spiritual relationships? The answer might be a philosophical shift from the traditional lecture-based ministry model to a more organic, conversational approach.

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A pastor’s calling and their compensation. What does the Bible say about money in ministry? We explore the new normal for pastoral compensation and the importance of financial stewardship.

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What does the Bible say about money in ministry? We’re diving deep into pastoral compensation, the myths of poverty theology, and the difference between a calling and a job.

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When I saw a post that said, “take the money out of preaching and we will see who was called,” it sparked a firestorm of commentary. People have so many questions about this topic, from what the Bible says about pastoral compensation to the idea of "poverty theology." But what does the Bible actually say about a pastor's financial life? Let's break it down and find some biblical clarity.

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