In the last part of this two-part episode, Pastors John and Lisa Carter continue to unpack Jesus’ parable in Matthew 13:47–48. What does it look like when the Kingdom net brings in “fish of every kind”? How can pastors and leaders prepare their hearts, teams, and churches to welcome, disciple, and lead people who don’t all look the same or come from the same background? This conversation is all about embracing diversity with wisdom, grace, and gospel clarity.

In the first part of this two-part episode, Pastors John and Lisa Carter unpack Jesus’ parable in Matthew 13:47–48 and what it means for pastors leading in today’s diverse and ever-changing culture. This conversation is all about embracing diversity with wisdom, grace, and gospel clarity.

Before the sermon is spoken, something deeper must happen—the heart of the shepherd must be aligned with the heart of God. In this episode, Pastor John Carter and longtime ministry friends, Pastors Kelly and Gina Lynnes explore how prayer is more than a pre-sermon ritual—it’s the spiritual preparation that fuels power, clarity, and compassion from the pulpit. Join us as we talk with pastors about how prayer softens the heart, sharpens the message, and invites the Holy Spirit to move through every word spoken. 

In this episode, Pastor John Carter and Dr. Brandi Ginty dive into what it really means to preach beyond Sunday. Together, they explore how pastors can craft and communicate messages that don’t just inspire in the moment—but build lasting, life-giving community throughout the week. From sermon design to practical follow-through, this conversation will help you take your preaching from pulpit to people, sparking real transformation in the lives of those you lead.

In this episode, Pastor John Carter talks with Pastor Rich Longden of East Coast Believers Church in Lake Nona, FL who successfully built a 2-year Bible college program designed to equip and launch ministry leaders right from within the local church. Rooted in Ephesians 4:11–12, this conversation unpacks the vision, strategy, and practical steps for developing a leadership pipeline that prepares people for real ministry work. Whether you’re dreaming of starting a training program or strengthening the one you have, this episode is full of insight and encouragement to help you raise up the next generation of church leaders.

In this episode, Pastor Ken Chapman and Mark Haywood of Marvelous Way, Int. take a fresh look at the changing face of global missions. As culture shifts and technology closes the gap between nations, missionaries are being called to do more than deliver food, water, and supplies—they’re also stepping into the work of emotional healing and soul care. Join us as we explore what it means to reimagine missions in today’s world, and how leaders can be equipped to meet both the physical and spiritual needs of a rapidly evolving global community.

In this episode, Pastor John Carter and Pastor Decarto Draper of Tucker Missionary Baptist Church discuss the relationship between pastors serving in the same community. It is important to appreciate both the similarities and differences within the local church and learn how to work together to better serve the community they are called to reach for the Kingdom of God.

In this episode, Pastor John Carter and Pastors Steve and Rachel Mawston of Soul Church UK explore how to activate and guide the use of spiritual gifts in the church body as pastors.

In this episode, Pastor John Carter and Tim Ross, founder of the popular podcast The Basement—a nationally acclaimed podcast with over 350,000 followers—discuss the lessons and challenges with transition in ministry. Their discussion highlights the importance of serving with humility, navigating leadership changes with integrity, and relying on the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

In this episode, Pastor John Carter and Pastor Lee Wilson of Lee Wilson Ministries discuss the interesting and fragile balance of transitioning staff members well into their next season of life and ministry.