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Rest, Renewal, & Resurrection with Brady Boyd


Many pastors can fall under the category of "workaholics" due to their desire to help everyone at all times, but you run the risk of major burnout that way. Join host Dave Stone as he sits down with pastor Brady Boyd as they encourage ministry leaders to find rest in the busyness of life.



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How God Used a Tragic Accident to Shape His Ministry | Dave Stone


For Dave Stone, it was a journey shaped by family, tragedy, and mentorship. In this episode, he shares the pivotal moments that led him to pastoral ministry, including a life-changing car accident, the influence of his father, and the mentors who guided him along the way.


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AI, Sermons, and Pastors


Ed Stetzer


The rapid evolution of technology has brought artificial intelligence (AI) to the forefront of many fields, including ministry. While pastors have long relied on technological tools for outreach and communication, AI provides opportunities to enhance sermon impact, streamline workflows, and connect with congregations in new ways.


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Blind Guides, Dirty Cups, and Whitewashed Tombs


Brad Brandt


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How Much Time Should a Pastor Spend on a Sermon?


Alex Montoya




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Steward your Suffering: Living with Pain


Brad Brandt


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Does Rapid Church Planting Methodology Deliver on Its Promises?


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Live Your Truth and Other Lies


Alisa Childers


Author Alisa Childers invites you to examine modern lies that are disguised as truths in today’s culture. Everyday messages of peace, fulfillment, and empowerment swirl around social media. On the surface, they seem like sentiments of freedom and hope, but in reality they are deeply deceptive.



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Truth Rising


John Stonestreet of the Colson Center and social critic Os Guinness lead a journey through the decline of Western Civilization and the confusion about the defining issues of our time. We point to the hope we have in Christ and our calling in this incredible moment.




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