On this episode, the average pastors hang out on Jeff's fireporch, discuss Christmas traditions and look back over life events in 2023.

Mark, Jake and Jeff discuss several topics, including: how to shepherd generosity in the church, how they've grown over the years and how to tell the difference between flattery and encouragement. Stick around until the end to hear what's in everyone's "candy aisle!"

Jeff gives an update on his recent trip to Zambia, Jake recaps his Parenting Conference and the average pastors discuss the question: "How do I know if God is calling me to something?"

Jake wrote a book! On this episode, Mark, Jeff and Jake talk about his new book, "God the Prize: The Key to Grasping the Gospel." You can purchase it today in paperback, e-book or audiobook!

With the election just days away, Mark, Jeff and Jake discuss how Christians can faithfully engage with political issues. This podcast was originally recorded for the Veritas Cedar Rapids Equipping podcast. You can subscribe to that podcast here!

Mark Arant, Jake Each and Jeff Dodge introduce The Average Pastor Podcast. In a world obsessed with "amazing," what would it look like if Christians aspired to be average?