Clay Smith, Josh Powell, and Michael Wood explore the joys and challenges of preaching during Christmas and emphasize the importance of outreach and community engagement. The conversation also touches on balancing family and ministry during the busy holiday season and how to start the New Year off right for their congregations.

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Clay Smith

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Josh Powell

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Ronnie Parrott

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The Pastor's Lab

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The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

In this episode of the Pastors Lab podcast, Ronnie Parrott and Dean Inserra chat with Dr. James Merritt, former president of the Southern Baptist Convention. They discuss mentorship, integrity in ministry, evangelism, and the challenges modern pastors face, emphasizing the hope found in a strong relationship with God.

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James Merritt

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Dean Inserra

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Ronnie Parrott

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The Pastor's Lab

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The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

Ronnie Parrott, Dr. Juan Sanchez, and Dr. Jed Coppinger discuss the importance of prayer, unity, and courageous leadership in pastoral ministry, with a focus on the role of expository preaching and navigating challenges in diverse congregations.

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Juan Sanchez

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Jed Coppenger

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Ronnie Parrott

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The Pastor's Lab

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The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

In this episode of the Pastors Lab podcast, Ronnie Parrott, along with co-host Michael Criner, interviews Nathan Lino, the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Forney, Texas. They discuss Nathan's journey from planting a church in Houston to leading an established church in Forney, the importance of prayer and fasting in ministry, and effective evangelism strategies. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of prayer and community engagement in church growth.

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Nathan Lino

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Michael Criner

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Ronnie Parrott

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The Pastor's Lab

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The Pastor's Lab is available wherever you get your podcasts. Be sure to rate and subscribe.

The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

In this episode, Dr. Ronnie Parrott and John Mark Harrison interview Dr. Bruce Frank, pastor of Biltmore Church, discussing the dynamics of transitioning from associate to senior pastor, strategic leadership, and the importance of communication and trust. They emphasize leading change with wisdom, building trust with the congregation, and focusing on the Great Commission through clear communication of the church's vision and mission.

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Bruce Frank

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John Mark Harrison

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Ronnie Parrott

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The Pastor's Lab

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The Pastor's Lab is available wherever you get your podcasts. Be sure to rate and subscribe.

The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

In this episode, Bryant Wright and Clay Smith discuss the challenges and opportunities of leading a church through generational transitions. They explore the importance of honoring predecessors, building strong teams, and engaging the next generation with an authentic and challenging faith.

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Bryant Wright

@bryantwright

Clay Smith

@claysmith79

Ronnie Parrott

@ronniep

The Pastor's Lab

@thepastorslab


The Pastor's Lab is available wherever you get your podcasts. Be sure to rate and subscribe.

The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

In this episode of the Pastors Lab podcast, Ronnie Parrott and Dr. Josh Powell chat with Dean Inserra about the crucial role of being deeply rooted in your local community and the significance of church planting. Dean also discusses his books, including The Unsaved Christian and Getting Over Yourself, which tackle cultural Christianity and personal introspection within the church.

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Dean Inserra

@deaninserra

Josh Powell

@JoshuaWPowell

Ronnie Parrott

@ronniep

The Pastor's Lab

@thepastorslab

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The Unsaved Christian
Getting Over Yourself
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The Pastor's Lab is available wherever you get your podcasts. Be sure to rate and subscribe.

The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

In this podcast episode, Clint Presley, senior pastor of Hickory Grove Baptist Church and newly elected president of the Southern Baptist Convention, discusses his journey in church leadership, the importance of expository preaching, church revitalization, and his plans for the 2025 Southern Baptist Convention.

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Clint Pressley

@pastorclint

Josh Powell

@JoshuaWPowell

Ronnie Parrott

@ronniep

The Pastor's Lab

@thepastorslab

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The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

In this episode of the Pastors Lab podcast, Ronnie Parrott and Dr. Stephen Wade interview Dr. DJ Horton, senior pastor of Church of the Mill, discussing his 20-year tenure, the value of hunting as a hobby for pastors, the impact of mentorship, the phases of his church's growth, his preaching routine, and the significance of sabbaticals for pastoral rest and restoration.

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D.J. Horton

@DJ__Horton

Steven Wade

@PastorSWade

Ronnie Parrott

@ronniep

The Pastor's Lab

@thepastorslab

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The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.

In this episode of the Pastor's Lab podcast, Ronnie Parrott, Dr. Michael Criner, and guest Josh Powell discuss the challenges and strategies for revitalizing legacy churches by balancing tradition with innovation, building relationships within the congregation, and making strategic changes to create a welcoming environment.

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Josh Powell

@JoshuaWPowell

Michael Criner

@michaelcriner

Ronnie Parrott

@ronniep

The Pastor's Lab

@thepastorslab

The Pastor's Lab is available wherever you get your podcasts. Be sure to rate and subscribe.

The Pastor's Lab Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ronnie Parrott. Join Ronnie each week as he interviews pastors and church leaders from some of the best churches in America. Each week, you'll hear some of the best practices, innovative ideas, and healthy habits of leaders in growing churches.