Pastors Talk - A podcast by 9Marks
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Pastors Talk is a weekly conversation between Jonathan Leeman and Mark Dever about practical aspects of the Christian life and pastoral ministry.
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Oct 29, 2024 • 28min
On Leading Inductive Bible Studies (Ep. 278)
Explore the transformative power of inductive Bible studies in building community within the church. Discover how a Wednesday night program evolved into a dynamic study of the New Testament, fostering deeper engagement. Learn effective techniques for leading these sessions, emphasizing questioning and active participation. Hear personal stories that illuminate the challenges and rewards of diving deeply into Scripture. This approach not only enhances individual understanding but significantly boosts congregational involvement.
Oct 22, 2024 • 30min
On the Church in Portugal, with Tiago Oliveira (Ep. 277)
In this episode, Mark Dever and Jonathan Leeman interview Tiago Oliveira, a pastor of First Baptist Church of Lisbon, about the state of Christianity in Lisbon.
Oct 8, 2024 • 29min
Episode 276: On the Importance of Ecclesiology for a Church Plant, with Matt Smethurst
In this episode of Pastors Talk, Mark Dever and Jonathan Leeman interview Matt Smethurst, a pastor of River City Baptist Church, on the importance of ecclesiology for a church plant.
Oct 1, 2024 • 28min
Episode 275: On Seasons in a Pastor's Life
In this episode of Pastors Talk, Mark Dever and Jonathan Leeman talk about our newest Church Matters: Seasons in a Pastor's Life.
Sep 24, 2024 • 35min
Episode 274: On an Unbelieving Australian’s Journey to Being a Baptist Pastor
In this episode of Pastors Talk, Mark Dever and Jonathan Leeman interview Grant Borg, pastor of Church of the Risen King Jesus, about his spiritual journey and the state of Christianity in Australia.
Sep 17, 2024 • 35min
Episode 273: On Youth Ministry, with Mark Feather and Alex Duke
In this episode of Pastors Talk, Jonathan Leeman interviews Mark Feather and Alex Duke about how to lead youth group with the whole church in mind.Related resources: – Our Main Goals for Youth Ministry– Youth Ministry and the Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self– LGBTQ+ Policies: What Do We Do about Youth Group?
Sep 10, 2024 • 30min
Episode 272: On Christianity in Kazakhstan, with Dennis Boris
In this episode of Pastors Talk, Jonathan Leeman interviews Dennis Boris, a pastor of Almaty Bible Church in Kazakhstan, about the state of Christianity and local churches.
Sep 3, 2024 • 28min
Episode 271: On ACME, with Aaron Menikoff, Greg Gilbert, Juan Sanchez, and Sebastian Traeger
In this episode of Pastors Talk, Jonathan Leeman interviews Aaron Menikoff, Greg Gilbert, Juan Sanchez, and Sebastian Traeger about a new network of like-minded churches: the ACME Fellowship.Check out ACMEfellowship.org for more information.
Aug 27, 2024 • 31min
Episode 270: On Pastoral Transition, with Phil Newton and Bob Johnson
Pastors Talk is back for season 9! In this episode, Jonathan Leeman interviews Phil Newton and Bob Johnson about pastoral transition and retirement.Related Resources:Articles: Preparing Pastors for Retirement by Brad Thayer, There’s No Such Thing as “Retiring” From Ministry by David GoughJournal: Seasons in a Pastor's Life
May 28, 2024 • 50min
Episode 269: On The (Not-So-Secret) Secret to Reaching the Next Generation with Kevin DeYoung
Kevin DeYoung, author of 'The (Not-So-Secret) Secret to Reaching the Next Generation,' discusses the challenges pastors face in engaging the younger demographic. Topics include maintaining core beliefs, balancing contextualization with timeless truths, conveying authentic passion and personal holiness in ministry, integrating doctrine and theology in preaching, and presenting reformed content for younger audiences.
