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Not Another Baptist Podcast

451 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 50 ratings

Not Another Baptist Podcast is a weekly episode (Fridays) with two dudes, Kyle Bueermann (TX) and Matt Henslee (TX), who have a combined 35+ years of experience in vocational ministry…and still haven’t figured it all out! Tune in each Friday to learn from (or laugh at) their mistakes, and hear what they're learning in the trenches of church revitalization. 

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Episode 277: POTLUCK PODCAST 197: Updated Requirements in Anaheim, Dickard Nomination, and Oysters

March 22, 2022 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Jared is on the road, so Allen and Matt get together to discuss the news out of California that some of the requirements have been eased in Anaheim, the expected nomination of Daniel Dickard for SBC Pastors' Conference President, and Matt's first experience with oysters. Anaheim news: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/proof-of-vaccine-or-negative-covid-19-test-no-longer-required-for-sbc22/ Dickard news: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/dickard-to...

Episode 276: Episode 230: NAMB Replant Hub

March 18, 2022 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

Kyle and Matt get together to discuss the big, new, awesome resource from the North American Mission Board. Over the past year or so, Kyle has been working haaaaarrrrrd to help launch the Replant Hub...and it's LIVE! Learn about it on the show and then check it out below... Replant Hub: https://replanthub.com Big thank you to SWBTS for their generous support of our podcast. Be sure to check out the Preview Day for Southwestern Seminary: https://texasbaptist.com/preview-day/

Episode 275: POTLUCK PODCAST 196: EC CEO Prayer Effort, Recording Secretary Thoughts, and March Madness Predictions

March 15, 2022 00:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt get together for a lively discussion about the role of the Recording Secretary in the SBC and our March Madness predictions, as well as a call to prayer for the EC CEO Search Team by Adron Robinson. EC Prayer: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/ec-president-search-team-issues-call-to-prayer/ Yates News: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/sbc-digest-yeats-will-not-seek-reelection-lifeway-trustees-name-first-black-woman-chair/ ...

Episode 274: Episode 229: Be a Barnabas

March 11, 2022 00:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Kyle and Matt sit down to discuss the need for encouragement, and the example we have for encouraging others through the life of Barnabas. Don't miss it! Article: https://matthenslee.com/post/676647792509403136/be-a-barnabas We are grateful for our partners, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and encourage you to join us at the Ministry Now Conference: https://swbts.edu/ministry-now-conference/

Episode 273: POTLUCK PODCAST 195: IMB in Ukraine, Willy Rice Nomination, and Mudding

March 08, 2022 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Jared and Matt got together record a chat on Dr. Paul Chitwood (IMB President) and the IMB's work in and near Ukraine, the announced nomination of Willy Rice for SBC President, and the joys of mudding. Dig in! Chitwood Article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/chitwood-visits-with-refugees-relief-workers-on-ukraine-poland-border/ Rice Article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/florida-pastor-willy-rice-to-be-nominated-for-sbc-president/ Make sur...

Episode 272: Episode 228: Think Before You Tweet

March 04, 2022 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB

Kyle and Matt get together to discuss 5 Biblical Considerations About Social Media Posts, an article written by Clint Ellis on the NAMB Replant Blog. Tune in, and then think before you tweet. Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/think-before-you-tweet-5-biblical-considerations-about-social-media-posts/ We are grateful for our partners, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and encourage you to join us at the Ministry Now Conference: https://swbts.edu/minis...

Episode 271: POTLUCK PODCAST 194: Pedaling for Annie, Praying for Ukraine, and Pollo or Steak Fajitas

March 01, 2022 00:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt get together to talk about a dude pedaling across America for Annie Armstrong, our prayers for the situation in Ukraine, and how we fix our fajitas. Dig in! Pedaling for Annie: https://www.facebook.com/pedaling4annie Prayers for Ukraine: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/miracle-from-god-needed-ukrainian-baptist-leader-southwestern-alum-says/ Make sure you are following us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC

Episode 270: Episode 227: Guidestone's Mission Dignity with Aaron Meraz

February 25, 2022 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

Kyle held down the fort while Matt preached his dad's funeral by invited Dr. Aaron Meraz onto the show to discuss Guidestone's Mission Dignity. You'll not wanna miss this! Key note: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/lifetime-ministry-couple-reunites-after-one-year/ Big thank you to SWBTS and CSB for their generous support of our podcast. Be sure to check out the Preview Day for Southwestern Seminary: https://texasbaptist.com/preview-day/

Episode 269: POTLUCK PODCAST 193: ERLC and EC Searches, NAMB Collegiate Push, and Truck Wave Protocol

February 22, 2022 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt celebrate the anniversary of the potluck with, well, another potluck! They're serving up a chat about the ERLC's search for their next President, the EC election of their search team to find the next CEO, NAMB trying to take on collegiate ministries, and waving protocol when driving...especially in the more rural areas of the country. Grab a knife, grab a fork, and grab a napkin...let's dig in. ERLC: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/search-f...

Episode 268: Episode 226: We Need More Guys Like Hur

February 18, 2022 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Kyle and Matt sit down to look at Exodus 17:8-16 to discuss the times we need to fight like Joshua, times we pray like Moses, and times we need to help like Aaron and Hur––a word for pastors and church members alike. Also, the lack of baseball. Article: https://matthenslee.com/post/675942182732087296/we-need-guys-like-hur Big thank you to SWBTS and CSB for their generous support of our podcast. Be sure to check out the Preview Day for Southwestern Seminary: https://texasbaptist.co...

Episode 267: POTLUCK PODCAST 192: Resolutions, the Designated Hitter, and Pecans with Bart Barber

February 15, 2022 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt are finally back together and joined by Bart Barber to talk about his new role as the chair of the Resolutions Committee, plus his thoughts on the DH and the proper pronunciation of pecans. Article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/barber-to-chair-committee-on-resolutions-for-anaheim-meeting/ Make sure you are following us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC

Episode 266: Episode 225: Church Together with Daniel Dickard

February 11, 2022 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Kyle and Matt welcome Dr. Daniel Dickard to the show to discuss the greatest threat facing churches today––individualism; the age of me, me, me. Daniel recently released a book that dives into that concept, and how to help our churches overcome the threat and become a church of we. You'll also learn why Matt is the leading scholar in the SBC. The book: https://amzn.to/3sx66ez Big thank you to SWBTS and CSB for their generous support of our podcast. Be sure to check out the Preview...

Episode 265: POTLUCK PODCAST 191: Interim EC CEO, Lottie Moon Up, and Chili

February 08, 2022 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Jared and Allen handle the potluck today as Matt is in New Orleans to preach at NOBTS chapel. We talk McLaurin being named interim EC CEO, some great news out of the IMB, and chili...beans or no beats. McLaurin news: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/mclaurin-named-sbc-executive-committee-interim-president-ceo/ IMB news: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/trustees-imb-celebrates-early-reports-of-record-breaking-offerings/

Episode 264: Episode 224: Shepherding Like Jesus with Andrew Hebert

February 04, 2022 00:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MB

Kyle and Matt welcome Dr. Andrew Hébert to the show to discuss what the "Sermon on the Mount" has to do with pastoral ministry and leadership, which is an invitation to recover the most essential element of pastoral ministry: the character of Christ. The Book: https://amzn.to/3oi1mYT Big thank you to SWBTS and CSB for their generous support of our podcast. Be sure to check out the Preview Day for Southwestern Seminary: https://texasbaptist.com/preview-day/

Episode 263: POTLUCK PODCAST 190: Resignations, Registrations, and Little Debbie Ice Cream

February 01, 2022 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Jared and Allen are serving up a fresh potluck for y'all as Matt handles some family matters. On this episode, the guys discuss the departures of Pearson and Agee, registration for the SBC Annual Meeting opening up today, and more. Pearson: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/pearson-to-resign-as-sbc-executive-committee-cfo/ Agee: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/agee-announces-retirement-from-csbc/ Registration: https://www.baptistpress.com/resou...

Episode 262: Episode 223: The Stressless Life with Vance Pitman

January 28, 2022 00:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Kyle was out of pocket, so Matt invited Vance Pitman on for a discussion about stress. Vance is transitioning from the senior pastor of The Hope Church, a church he planted out of his living room 21 years ago, to a new role at the helm of North American Mission Board's Send Network. They talk a bit about that, as well as stress in ministry and how to combat it. The Stressless Life: https://amzn.to/3AoHcBq Send Network: https://www.namb.net/send-network/ Big thank you to SWBTS an...

Episode 262: POTLUCK PODCAST 189: A Pulpit, A Baptism, and An Ice Issue

January 25, 2022 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt get together to talk about a pulpit, a baptism, and an ice issue as they discuss Matt landing the "Bellevue Pulpit" for the SBC Pastors' Conference, SEND Relief efforts leading to some baptisms, and an issue with ice. Pulpit: https://www.texanonline.net/articles/sbc/legendary-pulpit-to-be-used-during-sbc-pastors-conference/ Baptism: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/sbc-digest-midwest-gathering-prays-for-renewal-gospel-advance-send-relief-wo...

Episode 261: Episode 222: 6 Things Churches Can Do to Help Pastors Thrive

January 21, 2022 00:00 - 23 minutes - 44.6 MB

Kyle and Matt sit down to continue their two-part series on the 12 ways to help pastors thrive. On today's episode, the guys discuss six things churches can do to help their pastors not just survive, but thrive in ministry. Last week, we considered six things pastors can do. These insights come in light of some recent work by Lifeway Research. Research: https://lifewayresearch.com/2015/09/01/despite-stresses-few-pastors-give-up-on-ministry/ Article: https://lifewayresearch.com/202...

Episode 260: POTLUCK PODCAST 188: Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, Walker Wielding Evangelist, and the Dallas Cowboys

January 18, 2022 00:00 - 21 minutes - 39.2 MB

Jared and Matt are missing Allen who is battling COVID, but they come together to discuss Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, a walker wielding evangelist, and the Dallas Cowboys. Tune in, be encouraged, and get involved. Sanctity Article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/what-you-should-know-about-sanctity-of-human-life-sunday/ Evangelist Article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/85-year-old-on-walker-takes-to-streets-in-gospel-to-every-home/ Make ...

Episode 259: Episode 221: 6 Things Pastors Can Do to Thrive in Ministry

January 14, 2022 00:00 - 28 minutes - 54 MB

Kyle and Matt sit down for a two-part series to take last week's episode a little further. On today's episode, the guys discuss six things pastors can do to not just survive, but thrive in ministry. Next week, we'll consider six things churches can do to help, too. These insights come in light of some recent work by Lifeway Research. Research: https://lifewayresearch.com/2015/09/01/despite-stresses-few-pastors-give-up-on-ministry/ Article: https://lifewayresearch.com/2022/01/06/12...

Episode 258: POTLUCK PODCAST 187: Mark Dance, Todd Fisher, and Would You Eat That?

January 11, 2022 00:00 - 17 minutes - 32.3 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt come together and share some news out of Guidestone and Oklahoma with the hire of Mark Dance at Guidestone and Todd Fisher as the new Executive Director for Oklahoma Baptists. Then, much to Matt's dismay, they play a lil' game of would you eat that with a few southern delicacies. BP Write-up: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/sbc-digest-guidestone-adds-director-of-pastoral-wellness-fisher-begins-role-as-leader-of-oklahoma-baptists/ Make sur...

Episode 257: Episode 220: Preach, Pray, Love, and Stay When COVID Just Won't Go Away

January 07, 2022 00:00 - 25 minutes - 47 MB

Kyle and Matt kick off the new year with a fresh look at the call to preach, pray, love, and stay...even when COVID just won't go away. Check it out, be encouraged, and share! Replanting Rural Churches: https://amzn.to/3F2p80G Am I A Replanter? https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/join/ Big thank you to SWBTS and CSB for their generous support of our podcast. Be sure to check out the Ministry Now conference at: https://swbts.edu/ministry-now-conference/

Episode 256: POTLUCK PODCAST 186: Looking Back, Looking Ahead, and Air Fryers

January 04, 2022 00:00 - 21 minutes - 40.7 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt are back from their Christmas break to look back and look ahead for the Southern Baptist Convention, including their thoughts on big news behind us and ahead of us, as well as our thoughts on air fryers. Baptist Press Stories in 2021: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/baptist-press-most-significant-stories-of-2021/ Make sure you are following us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC

Episode 255: Episode 219: How to Pray for Pastors, Resolutions, and a Grievance

December 31, 2021 00:00 - 19 minutes - 35.6 MB

Kyle and Matt are winding down 2021 and kicking off 2022 by encouraging you to pray for pastors. So, we discuss a few ways you can pray for your own pastors or fellow pastors as we begin another year. Plus, we forgot to air our grievances, so we handled that real quick, too, as well as our resolutions. Tune in, share, and pray for pastors! By the way, did you get some gift cards for Christmas? Put 'em to good use by visiting: https://amzn.to/3zidLAn Big thank you to SWBTS and CSB ...

Episode 254: Episode 218: Merry Christmas from NAB Podcast and the Texas Baptist College Band

December 24, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 19.4 MB

Kyle and Matt think you have better things to do than listen to them go on and on about x, y, and z, but in case you're suffering at the in-laws, here's our Merry Christmas to you from NAB Podcast and the Texas Baptist College Band. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/Y0YImznk8Zc ARRANGEMENT DETAILS Free lead sheets of “Noel” are available at: https://artistictheologian.com/2021/12/09/noel-texas-baptist-college-band/ Additional worship ministry resources available through the S...

Episode 253: Episode 217: Christmas Season Visitor Follow-Up

December 17, 2021 00:00 - 15 minutes - 28.5 MB

Kyle and Matt are getting into the Christmas spirit and realize many of our churches will see some visitors over the next week or so between Christmas services, choir specials, or Christmas Eve Candlelight gatherings, etc...but what about the follow-up? Don't let a visitor fall through the crack with a few simple ideas to make these opportunities stick.  A Christmas song for you: https://www.facebook.com/SBCPastorsConference/videos/624210725671851 A Christmas book for you: https:/...

Episode 252: POTLUCK PODCAST 185: Tornadoes, Music Videos, and Christmas Sweets

December 14, 2021 00:00 - 20 minutes - 37.7 MB

Jared was at Disney (sorry, Wiley), so Allen and Matt got together to discuss NAMB/IMB Send Relief and Disaster Relief efforts after a slew of tornadoes ripped through the midwest and south, Matt's music video for the SBC Pastors' Conference, and Christmas treats and sweets we enjoy. Info on tornadoes: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/sorrow-rescue-and-recovery-in-five-states-affected-by-severe-storms/ Info on helping SBC's Disaster Relief: https://www.sendrelief...

Episode 251: Episode 216: The Big #SBCPC22 Reveal

December 10, 2021 00:00 - 22 minutes - 42 MB

Kyle and Matt sit down to discuss Matt's big reveal of the #SBCPC22 lineup...through one incredible, ear-wormy music video. Speakers range from pastors of 50 to a couple thousand in average attendance, and reflect well on the Southern Baptist Convention. Check it out, plus all these great write-ups! WATCH THE VIDEO: https://fb.watch/9OkCFg_VVm/ Baptist Press: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/sbc-pastors-conference-speakers-spread-across-multiple-ministry-settings...

Episode 250: POTLUCK PODCAST 184: Acts2 and Dinner on the Grounds with Jon Graham

December 07, 2021 00:00 - 22 minutes - 42.3 MB

Jared and Allen bring on Jon Graham while Matt was away to discuss TV for Christians and Jon's new stream service, ACTS2. Find out more at: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/tv-for-christians-georgia-baptist-mission-board-unveils-acts2/ Make sure you are following us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC

Episode 249: Episode 215: Terrible Gift Ideas for Pastors (and what to buy instead)

December 03, 2021 00:00 - 22 minutes - 41.7 MB

Kyle and Matt have gotten some...ummm...unique gifts over the years, so we offer some terrible gift ideas for pastors, and then what to buy instead. Merry Christmas! The book we wrote: https://amzn.to/31oVSmx We're thankful for our friends at the Christian Standard Bible and Southwestern Seminary, check out https://swbts.edu/ministry-now-conference/ for the latest on SWBTS' upcoming Ministry Now Conference.

Episode 248: POTLUCK PODCAST 183: IMB Week of Prayer, Send Success, and Have We Had It

November 30, 2021 00:00 - 18 minutes - 35.1 MB

Jared was sick, so Allen and Matt got together to talk about the IMB Week of Prayer, Send Network making up a quarter of Outreach's Top 100 Reproducing Churches, and a lil' game of have we had it...consisting of 25 or so southern delicacies. IMB Week of Prayer: https://www.imb.org/pray/week-of-prayer/ Send Success: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/send-network-churches-make-up-one-quarter-of-outreach-magazines-reproducing-churches-list/ Make sure you are followi...

Episode 247: Episode 214: Potential Leader Non-Negotiables

November 26, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 43.4 MB

Kyle and Matt have worn different hats over the years, but all the hats they have worn have one thing in common: The need to identify or raise up potential leaders to serve with them. They did not always make the right call, but they have learned a thing or four about non-negotiable characteristics when it comes to potential leaders. Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/what-to-look-for-in-potential-leaders-4-non-negotiables/ The book we wrote: https://amzn.to/...

Episode 246: POTLUCK PODCAST 182: Podcasting on Mars, YouVersion Milestone, and Thanksgiving Dishes

November 23, 2021 00:00 - 18 minutes - 34.9 MB

Jared and Matt held down the fort while Allen was tied up, and sat down to discuss our plans to launch the first podcast on Mars, some big news worth celebrating for YouVersion, what we are thankful for, and what we hope to eat for Thanksgiving. Article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/gutenberg-meet-gruenewald-youversion-puts-bible-in-half-billion-phones/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC 

Episode 245: Episode 213: Effective Event Follow-up

November 19, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 43.7 MB

Kyle and Matt sit down to tie our last two episodes together with a look at effective event follow-up. As they've shared over the past two weeks, October-December offers up chances to reach out and reach in, well, on a silver platter. But what do you do when the event is over?! Let's talk about that... The article Kyle wrote: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/3-tips-for-effective-event-follow-up/ The book we wrote: https://amzn.to/31oVSmx We're thankful for our frie...

Episode 244: POTLUCK PODCAST 181: North Carolina and Texas State Conventions and Little Debbie Christmas Cakes with Kyle Bueermann

November 15, 2021 00:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MB

Jared, Allen, Matt, and Kyle from Not Another Baptist Podcast come together for a lively discussion about the NC and TX convention annual meetings, plus the deliciousness of Little Debbie Christmas Cakes. Matt and Kyle were at a sketchy hotel in Galveston, so they dipped out after the WiFi gave out, but get informed, get plugged in, and let's see what God can do through all of us––together. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC 

Episode 243: Episode 212: Reaching In and Serving the Fringe

November 12, 2021 00:00 - 15 minutes - 28.9 MB

Kyle and Matt were actually together, in person, near Tyler, Texas, for the SBTC Annual Meeting. While there, they sat down to discuss reaching in and serving fringe members, especially amid COVID-19. Please pardon the slight background noise. The book we wrote: https://amzn.to/31oVSmx We're thankful for our friends at the Christian Standard Bible and Southwestern Seminary, check out https://swbts.edu/ministry-now-conference/ for the latest on SWBTS' upcoming Ministry Now Conferen...

Episode 242: POTLUCK PODCAST 180: Allen's Win, Adoption Month, and Axe Throwing

November 09, 2021 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Jared and Matt hold down an alliterated fort on this one as they celebrate Allen's win as president of the North Carolina's pastors' conference, as well as adoption month, which is November. We also talked axe throwing for some reason...tune in and be encouraged! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC 

Episode 241: Episode 211: Simple Ways to Serve Others Over the Holidays

November 05, 2021 00:00 - 20 minutes - 39 MB

Kyle and Matt come together to share a few simple ways to serve others over the holidays. Sometimes, the calendar really offers us easy ways to reach out––Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas? Silver platter opportunities to make much of Jesus in our communities. Let's talk about that... The article we mentioned: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/3-tips-to-reach-out-during-the-holiday-season/ The book we wrote: https://amzn.to/31oVSmx We're thankful for our friends at...

Episode 240: POTLUCK PODCAST 179: Lifeway Credit Union, A Dry Baptistry, and the World Series

November 02, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 25.1 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt come together to discuss the Lifeway Credit Union's fraud case, a dry baptistry turned prayer closet, and the World Series. Lifeway Credit Union: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/former-lifeway-credit-union-employee-charged-with-fraud/ Baptistry article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/a-dry-baptistry-becomes-a-prayer-closet-then-gets-a-flood-of-new-believers/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcas...

Episode 239: Episode 210: Leading in this New Reality

October 29, 2021 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Kyle and Matt sit down on the 4th anniversary of Not Another Baptist Podcast's launch to discuss leading in this new reality, the "new normal" if you will. Life as we used to know it may not return––it's okay to lament that, perhaps, but we can also move forward into this new reality and make the most of it! Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/leading-in-a-new-reality/ Super thanks to the Christian Standard Bible and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary f...

Episode 238: POTLUCK PODCAST 178: SBC Leaders, SWBTS Hire, and Local/State Annual Meetings

October 26, 2021 00:00 - 17 minutes - 32.6 MB

Jared was tied up, so Allen and Matt held down the fort to discuss who is leading the Southern Baptist Convention, a HUGE hire by SWBTS, and the value of local association and state convention annual meetings. Be encouraged, and press in and lead us forward, fellow Southern Baptists! Let's go! Who's Leading: https://religionnews.com/2021/10/22/who-will-lead-the-sbc-forward-the-messengers-they-already-are/ SWBTS Hire: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/daniel-darlin...

Episode 237: Episode 209: Things Church Members Shouldn't Say to Pastors with Daniel Ritchie

October 22, 2021 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

Kyle had an unexpected interruption that kept him from recording, so Matt reached out to Daniel Ritchie to record the follow up to last week's episode. On this one, we discuss things church members shouldn't say to pastors, as well as the exciting new project Daniel has coming out. Enjoy! Article: https://lifewayresearch.com/2021/10/18/13-things-a-churchgoer-should-never-say-to-a-pastor/ Daniel Ritchie: https://danielritchie.org Big thanks to Southwestern Baptist Theological Semi...

Episode 236: POTLUCK PODCAST 177: NAMB Clarification, Ronnie Floyd Resignation, and the State Fair of Texas

October 19, 2021 00:00 - 21 minutes - 39.8 MB

Jared and Matt held down the fort as Allen continued his year-long vacation, it seems, but there's some major SBC news to discuss! We took on NAMB clarifying their stance on female pastors, Ronnie Floyd's resignation, and some hot takes on the State Fair of Texas. NAMB Clarification: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/namb-looks-to-baptist-faith-message-regarding-office-of-pastor/ Ronnie Floyd Resignation: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/floyd-re...

Episode 235: Episode 208: Things Pastors Shouldn't Say to Congregations

October 14, 2021 00:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Kyle and Matt take a look at a recent article by Joe McKeever, which shared 13 things a pastor should never say to his congregation. We share a few with some extra banter on Kyle's false prophecy and an invite to Texas Baptist College Preview Day. Article: https://lifewayresearch.com/2015/08/27/13-things-a-pastor-should-never-say-to-a-congregation/ Preview Day: https://texasbaptist.com/preview-day-fb/ Big thanks to Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and the Christian Stand...

Episode 234: POTLUCK PODCAST 176: Lawyers Withdraw, Hotels Fly, and Southern Gospel HoF Moves

October 12, 2021 00:00 - 18 minutes - 33.7 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt offer the next fellowship meal consisting of Guenther, Jordan & Price quitting, hotel reservations flying through the roof, and the Southern Gospel Hall of Fame leaving Dollywood. Grab a plate and a napkin, and dig in! Lawfirm article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/guenther-jordan-withdraw-as-legal-counsel-end-long-relationship-with-southern-baptists/ Hotel article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/sbc-digest-hotel-rese...

Episode 233: Episode 207: Practical Pastor Appreciation and Some Good News

October 08, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 45 MB

Kyle and Matt sit down to riff on some practical ways to show your pastor you appreciation him, as well as some good news in SBC life...which we can sure use right now! We hope it encourages you! Read the article: https://lifewayresearch.com/2021/10/04/10-ways-to-bless-your-pastors-this-month/ BP baptism news: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/small-kentucky-church-sees-53-baptisms-in-pandemic/ BP CP news: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/cooper...

Episode 232: POTLUCK PODCAST 175: EC Meeting, OK Executive Director, and Annie Armstrong Record

October 06, 2021 00:00 - 18 minutes - 35.1 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt sit down after members of the SBC Executive Committee voted to waive attorney client privilege for the independent third-party investigation of the EC concerning the handling of sexual abuse claims, plus a quick note on news out of OK and NAMB. BP Report: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/ec-approves-guidepost-contract-agrees-to-waive-privilege/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC

Episode 231: Episode 206: In the Name of God with Dr. OS Hawkins

October 01, 2021 00:00 - 30 minutes - 56.6 MB

Kyle and Matt welcome Dr. OS Hawkins, outgoing President of Guidestone, to discuss his newest book, In the Name of God, and what we can learn from the lives of J. Frank Norris and George Truett. Grab your copy today! Grab the book: https://amzn.to/3zySNvC Big thanks to Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and the Christian Standard Bible for making this episode possible!

Episode 231: POTLUCK PODCAST 174: Fill the Tank (again), North Carolina, and Football (again) with Todd Unzicker

September 28, 2021 00:00 - 27 minutes - 51.4 MB

Jared, Allen, and Matt bring Todd Unzicker, ED/T of the Baptist Convention of North Carolina, to give an update on Fill the Tank, what God is up to in NC, and some football postseason picks. Tune in...and praise God! Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC/

Episode 230: Episode 205: Riffing on Name Changing

September 24, 2021 00:00 - 15 minutes - 29.1 MB

Kyle and Matt lose it a bit on this episode as they discuss the desire many have to change the name of their church, particularly in church revitalization. When is it a good idea? A bad idea? And why Xtreme Church is always a terrrrrrrrible idea.  Kyle's article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/when-should-a-church-replant-change-its-name/ Outbreak church: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/covid-19-causes-church-to-change-its-name/ A huge thanks t...

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