Gifts and Graces

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, Rev. Les Newsom preaches from Isaiah 28:14-22. Rev. Newsom is Lead Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Oxford, Mississippi. This sermon was originally preached at the 2023 General Assembly in Memphis, Tennessee. Let’s listen as Rev. Newsom preaches from Isaiah.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, Dr. Ligon Duncan preaches from Ephesians 1:18-23. Dr. Duncan is the Chancellor and CEO of Reformed Theological Seminary. He served as moderator of the 32nd General Assembly of the PCA. This sermon was originally preached at the 2023 General Assembly in Memphis, Tennessee. Let’s listen as Dr. Duncan preaches from Ephesians.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, Rev. Randy Thompson preaches from Lamentations 3. Rev. Thompson is pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Tuscumbia, Alabama. This sermon was originally preached at the 2023 General Assembly in Memphis, Tennessee. Let’s listen as Rev. Thompson preaches from Lamentations.

In this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Hunter Brewer and Clint Wilcke as they share what established churches can learn from church plants. Hunter Brewer is the pastor of Trinity Church PCA in Collierville, Tennessee. Clint Wilcke is the Coordinator/Catalyst for the Mid-South Church Planting Network (MSCPN). This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Hunter Brewer and Clint Wilcke as they offer words of hope and practical encouragement for those who may not be called to plant but appreciate the vision and practical mission of planting.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Herb Ward as he reflects and remembers God’s faithfulness over the past 50 years in prospering the work of Mission to the World. Herb Ward is Professor of Biblical Studies and Department Chair at Covenant College. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Herb Ward considers extraordinary things God is doing through the outreach of MTW around the world in evangelism, discipleship, church planting, theological education, and mercy ministry.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Dan Doriani as he considers moral failure and godly character in pastoral leadership. Dr. Doriani is Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Covenant Theological Seminary. This episode was originally recorded as seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Dan Doriani considers if moral failure a chronic problem among pastors and if so, why.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from John Purcell on building a culture of organizational health and deep relationships within your church. John Purcell is the owner and principal consultant of Transform. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as John Purcell shares how to become a results and relationship focused church.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Mark Sanders as he considers a different way of decision making between celibacy or marriage. Mark Sanders is the Director of Discipleship for Harvest USA. This episode was originally recorded as seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Mark Sanders discusses leaning on God's will, especially when shepherding someone who is struggling with same-sex attraction.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Andy Andrews as he provides basic principles for churches to consider when it comes to employment law, with specific attention on the Speak Out Act. Andy Andrews is Senior Counsel for Michael Best, based in Durham, North Carolina. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Andy Andrews provides a practical overview of church employment law.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Ellen Mary Dykas as she shares how to provide compassionate discipleship for Christians experiencing LGBTQ+ struggles. Ellen Mary Dykas is an author and the Director of Equipping for Ministry to Women for Harvest USA. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Ellen Mary Dykas shares practical wisdom on how to compassionately disciple Christians who struggle with their sexuality or gender, but are also committed to following Jesus Christ.