Church Business Meetings, Bible Bargains & Fun Friday
this week Steve tackles the Unwritten Rules of Church Business Meetings. From the danger of saying, “This should go quick,” to debates over the thermostat, mysterious parliamentary procedure, and the unmistakable power of a wife standing in the back holding her purse, church people will recognize these immediately.
Faith in the Real World
Steve also tackles an important question sparked by a listener comment: What’s the difference between sharing your faith and forcing your faith on someone? Looking at Jesus and the rich young ruler, Steve explains why genuine faith cannot be coerced—and why giving someone an opportunity to hear about Jesus is different from forcing belief.
Pastor Burnout: Why Your Pastor May Be Struggling in Silence
Steve sits down with Pastor Philip Miller, longtime pastor of First Baptist Church in Bryant, Arkansas, to have an important conversation about pastor burnout, ministry fatigue and the pressure pastors often put on themselves.
Reading vs. Studying the Bible: Why You Need Both
The show also tackles a commonly misunderstood teaching of Jesus: “turn the other cheek.” Does Jesus really expect Christians to remain passive when they’re mistreated? Steve looks at the context of the Sermon on the Mount and explains the important difference
God Honors the Extra Mile | Faith That Goes Beyond What’s Expected
inspired by Adrian Rogers and Jesus’ teaching about going the second mile. It’s easy to do what’s required while grumbling about it. The harder—and more Christlike—response is to go beyond what is required with a willing heart, trusting God with the injustice, frustration, or inconvenience