The DHF Podcast

In this episode, Scott and Sam interview Wayne Kent, Former Executive Director of DHF and pastor Emeritus of First Christian Church Decatur. Wayne shares lessons learned from hiring a large number of staff throughout his ministry. Wayne encouraged us to ask questions about the following six topics; Scripture, Salvation, Baptism, The Holy Spirit, Women in Ministry and Sexual ethics. The answers would help clarify if the person was in alignment with the church on these important issues.

Wayne mentions a few websites to place job openings:

Scott and Sam interview author Rona Swanson about how she processed the loss of her daughter. In her book “More Than Can Be Measured”, Rona talks about her experiece. When Rebekah was little she would ask “How much do you love me mommy?” and Rona would respond, “more than can be measured.” That love remained, even after Rebekah went passed away, and Rona shares how she brought the raw grief before God and continued her journey.

More than can be Measured | Rona Swanson

In this episode Scott, Sam and Rick are all together again for part two of Guard Your Heart. Prompted by a recent well known church pastor temporarily stepping out of the pulpit, we continue our discussion on what it means for leaders in the church to protect others and themselves.

WHY THE PAST 10 YEARS OF AMERICAN LIFE HAVE BEEN UNIQUELY STUPID - Article from The Atlantic

In this episode Scott, Sam and Rick are all back together. Prompted by a recent well known church pastor temporarily stepping out of the pulpit, we begin our discussion with younger pastors learning from an older pastor in a round table discussion.

Nick is a Christian apologist who blogs at deeperwatersapologetics.com He has become well known for his humorous style when defending the virgin birth, his connection with pop culture, as well as the unique perspective his Aspergers allows him to have when engaging in apologetics. He Joins hosts Scott and Sam and shares how his own divorce has impacted his Christian walk.

Resources mentioned:

Iby Craig Keener and Médine Moussounga Keener Impossible Love: The True Story of an African Civil War, Miracles and Hope against All Odds

Mike Wingers “Full and exhaustive” study on Divorce and Remarriage

Facebook group for Christian divorced men

Tony Kirkman joins the cast to talk about the ministry of mental health.

Books referenced and recommended;

You Are Not Your Own by Allen Noble

Crying in the H Mart: a Memoir by Michelle Zauner

5 Love languages of Children by Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell

5 Love languages of Teens by Gary Chapman

How the Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.

Get Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen

Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown

Current DHF Board President Kim Holley discusses the present and future of DHF.

Today, we interview Pastor Joe Ensley on "Selecting Worship Sets." Joe has degrees in church music and theology and brings both to bear on this practical discussion on song selection and designing worship celebrations. Check it out and let us know what you think!

Joe’s YouTube Channel

Episode with Sam and Joe

Books Referenced

Worship Matters - Bob Kauflin

Look and Live - Matt Papa

In this episode, we interview Dr. Doug Harvey, one of the three co-founders of DHF. We survey the beginnings of DHF to better understand the ministry to which God has called us. If you are new to DHF, or just want a refresher, this is for you!

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