The Propel Podcast

In this presentation from the Bible study training track, Cyndi talks about how to understand others by getting into their shoes. People flocked to Jesus because he was not judgmental, and that’s how we should be, too. She shares what the Spirit of Prophecy says about making friends for God, and how to nurture those relationships by focusing on them instead of yourself. Part 2 of 3 sessions.

Episode sponsor: QuestLine Productions

In this first presentation from the Bible study training track at the 2023 Propel Conference, Cyndi shares her powerful testimony of how God brought her into this work. She talks about having a burden for others that comes from Jesus’ love, the value of just one soul brought into the Kingdom, and the power of prayer to change our own hearts. Part 1 of 3 sessions.

Episode sponsor: It Is Written

In this episode, Richie Halversen shares his story of growing up in an evangelist's family and how God helped him overcome opioid addiction. He encourages us to take the circumstances we’re in, and the weaknesses we have, and allow God to use them to grow His kingdom through His power and strength.

Episode sponsor: NADMinisterial

Dr. De León leads the final breakout session in the church revitalization track at the 2023 Propel Conference, talking about how to deal with conflict in your church. He points out that conflict is inevitable, but the way you handle the conflict can make an eternal difference. He talks about the sources of conflict, including the desire for stability and the feeling of shame. He also encourages us to look deep within our own hearts and acknowledge our own faults and contributions to the problem. It's a powerful presentation about what Jesus himself taught about conflict and reconciliation.

Episode sponsor: Seminars Unlimited

Tyler Long talks about Revangelism, a 6-phase program he has developed at the Washington Conference to help revitalize churches, whether they are growing, plateaued, or declining. He discusses personal preparation, building relationships in the community, how to find Bible study interests, and how to create a welcoming environment for your guests. This was a breakout session in the church revitalization track at the 2023 Propel Conference.

Episode sponsor: The Hope of Survivors

In this breakout session from the church revitalization track, Dr. Roscoe Shields Jr talks about his journey of revitalizing the Sharon Church. This presentation was given less than 2 years after he arrived as senior pastor, and in his first 18 months there he baptized over 60 people. He talks about how God led him to use social media and online marketing as the cornerstone of his growth strategy.

Episode sponsor: EvangeLead

In this breakout session in the church revitalization track at the 2023 Propel Conference, Ryan Whitehead takes a look at the foundation of the Evangelism Pyramid, friendship. He talks about how we can build a better foundation of friendship in our churches, looking specifically at the importance of warmth and intentionality.

Episode sponsor: eAdventist

In this talk from Monday morning of the 2023 Propel Conference, Dr. Roger Walter talks about how the language we use is not clear to our unchurched friends. He points out that most of the activities at a church are for the current church members and emphasizes the importance of making friends with people outside the church. He also provides an overview of the Evangelism Pyramid and how to apply it to your church evangelism planning.

Episode sponsor: Adventist World Radio

In this presentation from the opening night of the 2023 Propel Conference, Elder Bill McClendon asks the question, why do some Seventh-day Adventist churches grow, and others don’t? He talks about the power of passion, vision, and faith, and inspires us to embrace God’s plan for each of our churches to grow.

Episode sponsor: Adventist Learning Community

In this opening presentation of the 2023 Propel Conference, Jose Cortes Jr talks about some metrics that have been developed for measuring the health of churches in North America. He reveals statistics about how many churches are multiplying, how many are growing, how many are plateaued, and how many are declining across the division. He talks about why churches die, and more importantly, the mindset required to help them grow. He looks at the biblical method of baptism, considering it enrollment into a life of discipleship instead of a graduation from Bible studies.

Episode sponsor: Adventist Information Ministry