Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/347339-ken-costa-gods-strange-kingdom-and-the-stranger-cross.html “Just as the spirit of God was with Christ on the cross, so he is with us in the depths of our agonies, reminding us that there is something ahead of us," Ken Costa says. Our discussion focuses on the things we may have overlooked about the cross. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685?mt=2 ► Listen on GooglePlay: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iycvfoqhkk6saen2hsbjw6yuz24 Connect with ChurchLeaders Online! ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.comFind ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Ken Costa: God's Strange Kingdom and the Stranger Cross

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Get notes on this podcast here:   https://churchleaders.com/podcast/476728-steve-robinson-create-culture-service-church.html Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings. Last week, Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joined us to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships. She also discussed the “why” behind God’s design for marriage and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship. Check out our conversation with her here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/476286-rebecca-mclaughlin-christians-same-sex-relationships.html  ► Listen on Apple:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685  Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Serve: Loving Your Church with Your Heart, Time and Gifts” by Steve Robinson  Follow Steve on Instagram and X/Twitter

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your Church

Get notes on this podcast here:   https://churchleaders.com/podcast/476286-rebecca-mclaughlin-christians-same-sex-relationships.html Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships, the “why” behind God’s design for marriage, and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship. Last week, David Ashcraft joined us to talk about how leadership has changed, how pastors can leave their churches better than they found them, and the startling emotions he felt when he stepped down as senior pastor. Check out our conversation with him here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/475607-david-ashcraft-surprising-emotions-senior-pastor.html   ► Listen on Apple:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? Examining 10 Claims about Scripture and Sexuality” by Rebecca McLaughlin "No Greater Love: A Biblical Vision for Friendship" by Rebecca McLaughlin Check out Rebecca's website Follow Rebecca on Facebook, Instagram and X/Twitter

Rebecca McLaughlin on Whether Christians Can Agree To Disagree About Same-Sex Relationships

Get notes on this podcast here:   https://churchleaders.com/podcast/475607-david-ashcraft-surprising-emotions-senior-pastor.html David Ashcraft joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how leadership has changed, how pastors can leave their churches better than they found them, and the startling emotions he felt when he stepped down as senior pastor.  Last week, John Jenkins joined us to talk about key lessons he’s learned about being a local church pastor, including the need for pastors to have pastors, the importance of integrity, and how to execute a mission and a vision. Check out our conversation with him here:   https://churchleaders.com/podcast/474996-john-jenkins-pastor-should-have-pastor.html ► Listen on Apple:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685  Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ Check out the Global Leadership Network  Follow the Global Leadership Network on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X/Twitter and YouTube The Advantage  LCBC Church

David Ashcraft on the Surprising, ‘Deep Emotions’ He Felt Stepping Down as Senior Pastor After 32 Years

Get notes on this podcast here:   https://churchleaders.com/podcast/474996-john-jenkins-pastor-should-have-pastor.html John Jenkins joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about key lessons he’s learned about being a local church leader, including the need for pastors to have pastors, the importance of integrity, and how to execute a mission and a vision. Last week, Dr. Andy Bannister joined us to talk about how pastors and church members can share their faith boldly, strategically, and without fear. Check out our conversation with him here:   https://churchleaders.com/podcast/474182-andy-bannister-pastors-churches-undercover-christians.html    ► Listen on Apple:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ First Baptist Church of Glenarden “Grace to Grow: Creating a Healthy Church in Unhealthy Times” by John Jenkins Check out John Jenkins' website Follow John Jenkins on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, and YouTube

John Jenkins: Every Pastor Should Have a Pastor

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Ken Costa: God's Strange Kingdom and the Stranger Cross

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