The Enduring Church

In this sobering episode, we explore how pastors and church leaders can shepherd their congregations through the national grief surrounding the murder of Charlie Kirk. We discuss the deep spiritual need for God in...

What happens when ministry becomes more draining than life-giving? When the passion fades, the pressure builds, and you’re left wondering if you can keep going. In this episode, we get honest about the emotional...

The culture has shifted, and it’s not moving back. In this episode, we talk about what it means to pastor in a world where Christianity no longer holds cultural power. But it’s not all bad news. We explore why the death...

In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we explore the growing tension between the self-help message and the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Has the church traded repentance for personal development? Are we...

Disunity is more than disagreement—it’s what happens when conflict turns into division. In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we unpack what disunity really is and what it isn’t. We explore how pastors and...

Church hurt is real, but it’s not always what we think. In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we unpack what church hurt is (and what it isn’t), share some of our own experiences, and explore how pastors can...

In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we examine the rise of online church. Is it truly fostering worship, community, and discipleship, or has it become a convenient substitute that weakens the local body? We...

In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we explore a strange but familiar reaction in the church: why do we get so weird when celebrities come to faith in Christ? From instant platforms to public discipleship...

In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we examine the growing influence of the celebrity pastor mindset, where charisma, platform, and personal brand often overshadow humility, service, and faithfulness. We...

In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we tackle a timely and often tense question: How can the church love its country without losing its focus on the Kingdom of God? We explore the difference between healthy...

In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we take an honest look at the early church—its simplicity, its power, its mess—and ask the big question: Should we model our churches after it today? We explore what the...

In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we speak directly to pastors navigating the delicate and often painful reality of church hurt. We explore what church hurt really is and what it isn’t, and how leaders can...

In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we explore the real-world tension of bivocational ministry. Is working a second job while pastoring a strategic advantage—or a heavy sacrifice? We explore the benefits...

Money is one of the most uncomfortable topics in the church, but are we talking about it the wrong way? In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we’re joined by Jason Summers, a major giving officer with decades...

In this episode of The Enduring Church Podcast, we tackle a pressing issue: Why Are Young People Leaving Your Church? Churches across the country are struggling to retain the next generation, but is the problem with...