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Evangelism and Easter: Lessons from Lee Strobel


We find ourselves in a time where people are more desperately searching for the truth and seeking something more, so the harvest is ripe for ministry leaders. Join host Dave Stone as he sits down with pastor Lee Strobel who will give his insights into effective evangelism and telling powerful testimonies.



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Why Aren’t Christians Sharing the Gospel? | Living Waters


What’s holding you back from sharing the gospel? Imagine a doctor waiting years to tell you that you had cancer — wouldn't you be outraged? In this episode, we sit down with the LivingWaters crew to discuss the urgency of evangelism, overcoming fear, and why love compels us to share the good news.


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Leadership Styles and Church Conflict


Ernie Baker


Back in my pre-professor days of pastoring, I noticed a pattern in my routine. As the weekend approached, I would get more tense. On Sunday mornings my stomach would be tied up in a knot as I anticipated the coming worship service. I rarely ate breakfast. As time went on and this pattern continued, I began to explore why I felt this fear in my life.


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Worship Wars: 5 Steps for Pastors


Brian Noble


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Encouragement for Pastors


Douglas Groothuis




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Spiritual Disciplines are Important for Pastors


Donald Whitney


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How to Worship God: Cultivating Godly Affections


Jon Gilmore





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Passionate About Passion Week


William Varner


The Gospels record Jesus’ last days leading up to his crucifixion, but how attentive are we to the details of the account? Should we speak of Palm Sunday, or Monday? Have we misunderstood the Pharisees? Why do the four Gospels present the resurrection in different ways? Were the Jews really “fickle?”



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This eight-part series is designed to help pastors come alongside and strengthen the marriages within their church at every stage. Featuring insights from experienced marriage experts, these sessions explore practical ways to help marriages thrive in Christ, believing that healthy marriages contribute to a healthy church.




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