Oct 21, 202643 minS2
Jeff and Josh sit down with Monté Dillard, the Interim Director for Church of God Ministries to talk about his preaching story. We also talk about the importance of calling and whether or not it is essential for...
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Preaching Stories
Hosted by Massey Center for Compelling Preaching · religion · EN
About this Podcast:
Preaching Stories is a bi-weekly podcast from the James Earl Massey Center for Compelling Preaching where we look at the practice of preaching and the stories of preachers who do it well.
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What is Preaching Stories about?
Preaching Stories is a bi-weekly podcast from the James Earl Massey Center for Compelling Preaching where we look at the practice of preaching and the stories of preachers who do it well.
What has Preaching Stories covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Episode 43 - Calling to Ministry with Monté Dillard" (21 October 2026, 43 minutes), "A Century of Good Questions with Ann Smith, pt. 1" (23 September 2026, 31 minutes), and "Episode 40 - A Deep Dive with Dr. Ed Foggs" (9 September 2026, 31 minutes).
How often does Preaching Stories publish?
Preaching Stories publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 28 minutes across 44 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Preaching Stories?
Booking probability for Preaching Stories is 40%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Preaching Stories requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Preaching Stories's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Preaching Stories?
The strongest fits for Preaching Stories are Religion & Faith. Preaching Stories has a religion audience.
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Recent episodes
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- Sep 23, 202631 minS2
Jeff and Josh have the unique privilege to interview Rev. Ann Smith. Ann is 101 years of age and has served as a long-term missionary, a preacher, and is a published author. She is an inspiration and a gem of...
Episode #18
Episode 40 - A Deep Dive with Dr. Ed Foggs
Sep 9, 202631 minS2Jeff and Josh take a deep dive in the Preaching Stories Quick-Fire Questionnaire with Dr. Ed Foggs. Show Notes: Dr. Massey's Sermon at Duke Chapel If you want to learn more about the James Earl Massey Center for...
- Aug 26, 202631 minS2
Jeff and Josh sit down with Dr. Ed Foggs. Dr. Foggs has been in ministry for more than seventy years, and we sit down with him to talk about his preaching story and his ministry of encouragement to pastors young and...
Episode #15
Episode 38 - National Preaching Clinic Roundtable with Drs. Carron Odokara and Steve Rennick, pt. 1
Jul 29, 202624 minS2Jeff and Josh sit down with two Regional Pastors from the Church of God, Dr. Carron Odokara and Dr. Steve Rennick, to get their reactions to the 2026 National Preaching Clinic. If you want to learn more about the James...
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- Jul 15, 202634 minS2
Jeff and Josh wrap up their discussion with Dr. Luke Powery, Dean of Duke Chapel and professor of homiletics and African American studies at Duke Divinity School, to discuss his preaching story. What do poetry and...
- Jul 1, 202636 minS2
Jeff and Josh sit down with Dr. Luke Power, Dean of Duke Chapel and professor of homiletics and African American studies at Duke Divinity School, to discuss his preaching story. What does music have to do with...
- Jun 17, 202626 minS2
Jeff and Josh sit down with Melissa Pratt to talk about her preaching story, how she received her call to ministry and how God led her from worship minister to regional pastor. If you want to learn more about the James...
- Jun 3, 202623 minS2
<p>Jeff and Josh sit down with Melissa Pratt to talk about her preaching story, how she received her call to ministry and how God led her from worship minister to regional pastor. </p><p><br></p><p>If you want to learn...
- May 20, 202624 minS2
<p>Dr. Leanne Ketcham joins Jeff and Josh to wrap up a conversation about narrative preaching and what Law and Order and Super Bowl commercials may have to teach us about it. </p><p><br /></p><p>Resources: </p>Jeff's...
- May 6, 202628 minS2
<p>Dr. Leanne Ketcham joins Jeff and Josh to talk about narrative preaching. What is it? How do we do it? And what embarrassing revelations will emerge about Leanne, Josh, and Jeff's stage acting history? </p><p><br...
- Apr 22, 202623 minS2
<p>Dr. Leanne Ketcham joins Jeff and Josh to talk about common sermon structures and how preachers can use them to greater effect. </p><p><br></p><p>If you want to learn more about the James Earl Massey Center for...
- Apr 8, 202618 minS2
<p>Dr. Leanne Ketcham joins Jeff and Josh to talk about common sermon structures and how preachers can use them to greater effect. </p><p><br /></p><p>If you want to learn more about the James Earl Massey Center for...
- Mar 25, 202645 minS2
<p>In honor of the PreacHER Sunday initiative, we sat down for a special episode with Dr. Leanne Ketcham to discuss women in ministry. Dr. Ketcham shares her own story of being called to ministry, discusses some of the...
- Mar 11, 202622 minS2
<p>Jeff and Josh wrap up their conversation with Tom Bates about church growth, leadership, and preaching. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>If you want to learn more about the James Earl Massey Center for Compelling...
- Feb 25, 202621 minS2
<p>Jeff and Josh sit down with retired pastor Tom Bates to discuss church growth, leadership ,and preaching. </p><p><br /></p><p>If you want to learn more about the James Earl Massey Center for Compelling Preaching...
- Feb 11, 202627 minS2
<p>Jeff and Josh wrap up their conversation with Dr. Jason Varner about communicating the historically located message of Scripture to people who are located in a different time and place in history and why our...
- Jan 28, 202628 minS2
<p>Jeff and Josh sit down with Dr. Jason Varner to discuss communicating the historically located message of Scripture to people who are located in a different time and place in history. </p><p><br /></p><p>If you want...
- Jan 14, 202623 minS2
<p>Jeff and Josh wrap up their discussion with Dr. David Markle on funeral preaching. How do we do it well, and what are some pitfalls to avoid? </p><p><br /></p><p>Resources on Preaching: </p>Preaching: A Kind of Folly...
- Dec 31, 202531 minS1
<p>Happy New Year's Eve! Jeff and Josh sit down with Dr. David Markle to discuss the extremely important topic of funeral preaching. How do we do it well, and what are some pitfalls to avoid? </p><p><br /></p><p>If you...
Recent guests
Recent guests on Preaching Stories. Study who booked and why before you pitch.
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Ann Smith
Director of Women’s Ministries of the National Episcopal Church, Guide and Grow Consulting
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Dr. Luke Powery
Dean of Duke Chapel and professor of homiletics and African American studies at Duke Divinity School, Duke Divinity School
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Kerry Robinson
Executive Director for Global & National Initiatives, Leadership Roundtable, Catholic Charities, USA
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