LINC Talks

In this episode of Link Talks, Pastor Bobby Bogard sits down with Matt and Julie Beemer—founders of Club1040 and longtime missionaries to Africa and the Middle East—to explore their powerful journey of faith, leadership, and global impact. From stepping into missions with just $500 of monthly support to decades of work across the 10/40 Window, the Beemers share compelling stories of obedience, cultural immersion, and raising up indigenous leaders in some of the world’s most challenging regions. Julie reflects on transforming children’s ministry and empowering women in cultures where their voices are often overlooked, while Matt unpacks the intentional leadership development and team culture that have fueled widespread growth through training, mobilizing, and inspiring missionaries and local churches. Together, they challenge listeners to cultivate a world vision, embrace the Great Commission, and use their gifts to impact both local and global communities. Learn more about LINC at https://www.linc.community/ and learn more about Club1040 at https://www.club1040.com/.

In this dynamic and deeply insightful episode, Pastor Bobby Bogard sits down with executive pastors Daniel Cavazos (Resurrection Life Church, Michigan) and Josh Hampstra (V1 Church, nationwide) to talk all things executive leadership. These leaders offer a transparent and practical perspective on “the middle seat”—the unique and often tension-filled position of leading from the second chair.

They unpack the challenges and strategies of stewarding both the senior pastor’s vision and the culture of a church across teams, departments, and even multiple campuses. From driving culture and accountability to staying grounded in humility and servant leadership, Daniel and Josh emphasize that leadership isn't about position—it's about purpose and people.

You’ll hear practical wisdom on cascading communication, sustaining alignment, leading with authenticity, and even how to leverage AI as a leadership tool (without losing your soul). Whether you're on a church staff, leading volunteers, or simply wanting to lead better where you are, this episode is packed with gold.

Don’t miss this masterclass in executive leadership, servant-hearted culture, and the power of leading well from the middle.

In this heartfelt and transparent episode of The LINC Talks, Pastor Bobby sits down with worship leaders Chris and Lydia Troyer for a deeply personal conversation about life, ministry, and faith through every season.

From their unique backgrounds—Chris coming from an Amish heritage and Lydia navigating early church hurt—their stories reveal how personal encounters with Jesus transformed their lives and deepened their call to ministry. The couple shares insights on navigating shame, letting go of performance-driven faith, and rediscovering the wonder of God's love—especially during seasons of transition, exhaustion, and spiritual dryness.

They discuss the challenge and beauty of remaining connected to the Kingdom in changing seasons—from church planting and newlywed life to seminary, pregnancy, and beyond. Through honest moments and real encouragement, Chris and Lydia remind listeners that God’s presence is constant, even when spiritual disciplines fall away and energy runs low.

Whether you’re a church leader, worshiper, or someone wrestling with burnout or disconnection, this episode invites you to return to your first love—and live as a citizen of an unshakable Kingdom.

In this episode of The LINC Talks Podcast, Pastor Bobby Bogard sits down with Tim and Shelly Thompson from The Joburg Church in northern Michigan to explore the realities and rewards of rural ministry. The Thompsons share their journey of faithfully serving in small communities, where deep snow, close-knit families, and limited resources shape the ministry landscape. Despite these challenges, they’ve found powerful ways to connect with their town, leading events like the Fourth of July parade, launching community outreach efforts, and fostering spiritual growth through leadership development and ministerial training.

Throughout the conversation, Tim and Shelly reflect on what it means to break free from the limitations of a traditional rural church mindset. They highlight the importance of strong relationships, the agility that smaller church communities often possess, and their intentional efforts to stay connected to broader ministry networks for support and inspiration. Their story serves as a reminder that, while rural churches may be small in size, their impact can be profound. This episode offers encouragement and practical insight for leaders in any context, proving that big Kingdom work can flourish in the most unlikely places.

In this insightful episode of The LINC Talks Podcast, host Bobby Bogard sits down with Pastor Jason Kimbrow, lead pastor of Legacy Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas. With humor and humility, Jason shares his journey from a rebellious pastor’s kid to a church planter with a deep conviction for discipleship and a desire for generational impact. He reflects on his ministry roots, the slow and intentional birth of Legacy Church, and the calling to build a discipleship-driven community—one family at a time.

Jason opens up about the weight of leadership, the struggle to slow down in a fast-paced church culture, and the lessons he’s learning through both success and missteps (including a memorable texting blunder). The episode also dives into Jason’s heart for raising a strong family, being present with his kids, and maintaining a healthy, transparent marriage with his wife, Ashley. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting in ministry, Jason's honest reflections will encourage you to build with longevity, lead with authenticity, and keep legacy at the center of the journey.

What if your church tithed the way you ask your members to? In this inspiring episode of LINC Talks, Bobby Bogard sits down with Matt and Leah Poorman, lead pastors of Cornerstone Church in Mishawaka, Indiana. Together, they share how Cornerstone built a culture of generosity—starting with giving away 10% of every dollar they receive.

From paying off school lunch debt to building wheelchair ramps, delivering meals to hospice workers, and running a foster closet, the Poormans reveal how generosity has become both a value and a vehicle for transformation in their city. They discuss how partnerships—not just programming—have fueled their impact, how small groups mobilize for local outreach, and how generosity with time can matter just as much as money.

This conversation is an encouraging blueprint for church planters, leaders, and anyone dreaming of making a real difference beyond the four walls of the church.

In this vulnerable and deeply moving episode of LINC Talks, Pastor Bobby sits down with Bryan and Alyssa Lowe to recount the unexpected, high-impact crisis that reshaped their lives, their family, and their church. When devastating news involving Bryan's father—a founding pastor—came to light, it triggered not only a personal reckoning, but a public firestorm that thrust their small-town church into the national spotlight.

What followed was more than just a leadership transition gone wrong—it was a season marked by loss, abandonment, and emotional exhaustion. Bryan and Alyssa open up about the pain of isolation, the deafening silence from those they once leaned on, and how God used unlikely connections to bring support, hope, and healing.

Together, they share hard-won insights on navigating trauma while still leading others, what forgiveness without positional restoration looks like, and how they found strength in sonship and the presence of God. This episode is a raw invitation for pastors, leaders, and believers alike to lean into grace, community, and the power of beauty for ashes. Only God can restore in such a way. 

In this episode of The LINC Talks, Pastor Bobby Bogard sits down with longtime friends and ministry partners Pastor Moses and Diane Alexander, founders of Acts Gospel Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With more than five decades of marriage and nearly 30 years of ministry behind them, the Alexanders open up about what it really takes to stay the course in life, marriage, and calling.

From their deep roots in inner-city outreach—serving the homeless, addicted, and broken—to their unwavering faith through trials, Pastor Moses and Diane model what it means to love people with grit, grace, and gospel conviction. The conversation is filled with heartfelt stories of transformation, wisdom forged through hardship, and the kind of authenticity that reminds us why perseverance matters.

Together, they remind listeners that quitting is easy—but staying when it’s hard is where legacy is built. Their journey proves that when God is at the center, lives are changed, marriages are healed, and generations are transformed.

This episode explores longevity in ministry and marriage, leading from a place of humility and lived experience, reaching the broken with consistency and compassion, and the power of spiritual legacy and community. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or feeling the weight of ministry, this episode is a powerful reminder: stay faithful—because someone’s breakthrough may be on the other side of your obedience.

In this raw and deeply encouraging episode of The LINC Talks Podcast, Pastor Bobby Bogard sits down with longtime friend and ministry leader Dan Seaborn, founder of Winning at Home. Together, they reflect on decades of ministry experience—offering an honest, unfiltered look at the hidden struggles many leaders face behind the scenes.

Dan opens up about the pressure of performance, the slow creep of pride, the pain of personal failure, and the journey to rediscovering identity—not in the pulpit, platform, or public opinion, but in the unwavering love of the Father. From burnout culture to comparison traps, the conversation uncovers the emotional and spiritual toll ministry can take if left unchecked.

But this episode isn’t just about identifying problems—it’s about hope, healing, and practical steps toward health. Through stories of personal trial, biblical insight, and years of pastoral wisdom, Dan and Bobby offer a compelling call to slow down, confess, rest, and lean fully into grace.

Whether you’re leading in ministry or walking through a difficult season, this conversation will remind you that your worth is not in what you do—but in who you belong to.

In this powerful episode of LINC Talks Podcast, Pastor Bobby sits down with Pastor Jarod Smith, lead pastor of New Tribe Church and a seasoned church planter, to explore the evolving journey of church planting beyond the initial launch. Together, they unpack the distinct phases of a church’s life—from the adrenaline-filled launch season to the pivotal moments of planting, establishing, and ultimately developing for multiplication.

Jarod shares personal stories from his own journey, including how a simple whisper from God and a home listing confirmed the call to plant in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. With raw honesty and deep insight, he reflects on the lessons learned through trials like COVID, floods, and facility moves, and how God used each phase to prepare the church for sustainable impact.

Whether you're a church planter, team member, or just navigating your current season of ministry, this episode is a timely reminder that the calling requires courage in every phase—and that faithfulness in the current season lays the foundation for the next.