Pastors Talk - A podcast by 9Marks

Reuben Bredenhof, pastor and author of The Ministry of Small Things, offers a mini bio as a pastor-writer focused on faithful, ordinary pastoral work. He discusses the daily practices of ministry like visitation and prayer. He explores pastoral cynicism, balancing realism with hope, and concrete habits to sustain gospel optimism in ministry.

Larry Lazarus, a pastor and 9Marks contributor, discusses the role and dignity of deacons. He clarifies common misunderstandings, explores Acts 6 as a biblical model, and highlights how visible service protects and frees word ministry. He also reflects on Jesus as the ultimate servant and urges honoring and teaching about deacons.

Have you ever wondered why it's important for congregations to know their pastor's job description according to the Bible? Jonathan sits down with his senior pastor, Larry Lazarus, to consider this question.

Mark talks to H.B. Charles Jr. on ministerial calling and how he prepares for preaching.

Mark sits down with H.B. Charles Jr. to talk about his ministerial journey and how God has used him.

Andrew Walker, Associate Professor of Christian Ethics and director of the Carl F. H. Henry Institute, brings a biblical lens to religious liberty. He outlines a covenantal logic that limits state control over conscience and worship. Conversations cover Romans 13, why non-Christian conscience deserves protection, church–state jurisdictions, and practical Baptist accommodationism for public life.

Matt Rhodes, missionary and author who plants churches among unreached North African peoples. He discusses why persecution is inherent in missions. He describes modern forms of persecution, real stories of kidnapping and loss, and why churches must prepare and theologically form disciples. He explores responses like fleeing, resisting, and the role of government in protecting believers.

On this episode of Pastors Talk, Mark and Jonathan invite Stephen Yuille and Caleb Morell to talk about the writing of John Cotton, focusing on his perspective on Congregationalism.

How should christians think about protests that stop church services?Mark and Jonathan talk about the recent disruption that happened at St. Paul Church.

Mark and Jonathan talk to Jimmy Scroggins about similarities and difference on how 9Marks' principle apply in a mega church context.