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John Dickson is a Professor at Wheaton College, where he holds the Jean Kvamme Distinguished Chair. John has also served as a pastor in his home country of Australia. He is a speaker and author, and has served with the Centre for Public Christianity.

This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, “Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter.”

Subscribe to the podcast to be notified when new episodes are released. In coming weeks we will be posting more of the messages from this year’s International Conference, as well as more interviews with ministry leaders.

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Matthew 20:19-21:13

How real is heaven to you? Even as believers, is heaven just a concept that we read or study in the Word rather than a real, ultimate destination? We read about joy and hope God infuses within us towards, not only heaven, but also to carry us through the ups and downs of this life. Do we truly LIVE this reality out for others to see? Pastor Brian Brodersen considers such truths in a discussion with author, Randy Alcorn. Having written over fifty books, pastored a church at one time and now directing the non-profit, Eternal Perspective Ministries, Randy shares the need to remember that true happiness and hope in heaven is a real thing that matters.

In today’s episode of CGN Voices, Pastor Jeff Gipe talks with book coach and ghostwriter, Mary Pero. They discuss what a book coach is and does, the process of writing and publishing a book, as well as provide some tips on how to get started if you’re thinking about writing a book yourself. Mary offers encouragement to those of us who don’t really feel like writers, and helps us shift our mindset about why we write books, the power of our personal story, and how to think about marketing.Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life https://a.co/d/3rWCWaHOn Writing: A Memoir of the Craft (A Memoir of the Craft (Reissue)) https://a.co/d/40wJjDPBefore and After the Book Deal: A Writer's Guide to Finishing, Publishing, Promoting, and Surviving Your First Book https://a.co/d/4wBIQmGwww.marypero.comOnline course
www.marypero.com/training

In this episode of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast, I sat down with my friend and assistant pastor, Josiah Hart, here at West Church in Florida. Josiah and I explored the vital role of an assistant pastor—not just as a support but as an essential partner in ministry. We unpacked how an assistant pastor brings balance, depth, and a unique skill set that lifts both the lead pastor and the congregation. Whether you’re starting a church plant or strengthening an established one, you’ll hear insights on teamwork, service, and the countless ways an assistant pastor helps a church flourish.

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Ted Leavenworth and Rob Salvato are joined by Brett Meador (Athey Creek) to talk through the nuances and dynamics of pastoring through seasons of heightened political climates.

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Athey Creek – atheycreek.com

In this episode, Brenda, Krista, and Kelly talk through their experiences of stepping out in faith. Learning to trust the guidance of the Lord builds patience, dependance and self-control in Him.

We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit.

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When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell.

Email us at info@whensheleads.org

Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

On this episode of “Living Grace,” guest Jill Bates shares her personal journey in understanding the power to forgive. Jill both challenges and encourages us to press through those hurts and remember that all things are truly possible with God. Jill presents advice, including a willingness to forgive, realization of our own need, personal connection to God (prayer) & more that will lead to God-given benefits in forgiveness.

Jesus Famous Youth just got back from their Thailand mission trip! On today’s episode we have a few students share their stories and favorite moments from the trip. We get to hear of the amazing testimonies of what the Lord did through the people of Thailand and through the group of students that traveled. Plus, stick around to end to hear a special podcast update from Nate.

Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com

Modeling, Instruction, Time, Access, Opportunity Biblical Basis:

• 2Ti 2:1

• Jesus mentored the Twelve—“his own who were in the world” (John 13:1)—to know him (and, through him, to know the Father) and to re-present God's love

in the world.• Jethro to Moses, Moses to Joshua, Eli to Samuel, Elijah to Elisha, Mordecai to

Esther, Jesus to His disciples, Barnabas to Paul, Paul to Timothy and John Mark, and Timothy

Awareness of what you are mentoring:

• What are you projecting? Character traits, hard work, seriousness, love and care, integrity, faithfulness, fruit of the Spirit.

• 2Ti 3:10

Time, official and unofficial:

• Luk 5:27 After these things He went out and saw a tax collector named Levi, sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, ”Follow Me.” 28 So he left all, rose up, and followed Him.

• Answer questions, prep for presentation of studies, critique of study after the study 
• Time spent talking about the bible, principles, life principles 
• Time in social situations modeling character as a whole 
• Pray with 

Find or create opportunities to practice teaching

• Rom 12:6 Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, let us prophesy in proportion to our faith; 7

or ministry, let us use it in our ministering; he who teaches, in teaching; 8 he who exhorts, in exhortation; he who gives, with liberality; he who leads, with diligence; he who shows mercy, with cheerfulness.

• 2Ti 1:6 Therefore I remind you to stir up the gift of God which is in you through the laying on of my hands.

• Have a Saturday practice or a periodic meeting to practice with peers 
• Encourage use by other ministries for giving devotion prior to service 
• Use them in Home Groups 
• Allow them to give announcements 
• Use them at special events, men’s, youth, outreaches etc. 
• Have them give devotions on a mission trip or Israel trip, etc. 
• When you believe they are ready, allow them to teach from the pulpit, Wednesdays and then possibly Sunday. 
• Always provide help before and critique after. 

Be honest and always be positive but honest

• Pro 15:23 A man has joy by the answer of his mouth, And a word spoken in due season, how good it is! 
• Pro 25:11 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold In settings of silver. 12 Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold Is a wise rebuker to an obedient ear. 
• Pro 27:5 Open rebuke is better Than love carefully concealed. 
• Pro 27:6 Faithful are the wounds of a friend, But the kisses of an enemy are deceitful. 
• Eph 4:25 Therefore, putting away lying, ”LET EACH ONE OF YOU SPEAK TRUTH WITH HIS NEIGHBOR,” for we are members of one another. 
• Eph 4:29 Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers. 

Modeling, Instruction, Time, Access, Opportunity

As Senior Pastor since 1997 Rod Carver graduated from CCU in Biblical Studies with a focus on leadership. Since then he has completed a ThD and pursues opportunities to keep learning and teaching. He has a passion to mentor and encourage younger pastors and missionaries.

He is a regular contributor to various websites and is currently working on a book on marriage counseling. Blessed to be called to Corpus Christi Texas, Pastor Rod works with other pastors in the area to affect political and societal change through the proclamation of the Word of God.

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Clay Worrell on Mentorship:  https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/preaching-mentorship-panel-discussion-clay-worrell

John Hwang on Mentorship: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/preaching-mentorships-with-john-hwang-panel-discussion

Mentorship Testimonials from Jon Tyson, Chad Brooks, Phil Newton, Brian Brodersen and More : https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/mentorship-exemplified

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This is podcast 164 of Strength for Today’s Pastor. 

In this interview, I'm speaking with Pastor Dan Jacobsen, a lead/teaching pastor at Heartland Community Church in Olathe, Kansas.

In addition to his role as a pastor-teacher, Dan has the unique distinction of being a grandson of the now-in-heaven pastor and Bible teacher, the beloved Dr. Warren Wiersbe. 

This is going to be a fun conversation for that reason alone. But wait! There will be more! 

So, welcome to the program. 

Be sure to listen to the end, to discover how to win something special from Dr. Wiersbe's works.

For Poimen Ministries, its staff, ministries, and focus, go to poimenministries.com. To contact Poimen Ministries, email us at strongerpastors@gmail.com. May the Lord revive His work in the midst of these years!