Shepherd Talk
46 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -Shepherd Talk is a weekly conversation with Pastor Ray Jones from Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Dothan, Alabama.
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45: Man... A Higher Class Of Creation
February 26, 2021 02:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBOn this episode of Shepherd Talk, Lance sits down with Pastor Ray for a discussion about the innate dignity that we have as human beings created by God. You can read the Baptist Faith and Message here: https://bfm.sbc.net/bfm2000/
44: God
February 19, 2021 02:00 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Lance and Pastor Ray continue our series about the doctrines we believe and why with a conversation about what we believe about God. Access the Baptist Faith and Message here: https://bfm.sbc.net/bfm2000/ Next week, we continue the conversation about doctrines we believe by discussing what we believe about Man.
43: The Scriptures
February 10, 2021 02:00 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Pastor Ray discusses the doctrine of the scriptures and why they are so important to our faith. In this episode, Pastor Ray will answer these questions and more: - How do you choose what book of the Bible to study next? - What do we mean when we talk about inerrancy? - What should I do if I want to go deeper in my study of scripture and learn more? If you enjoyed this episode, please don't forget to share it with a friend or family member so that they...
42: Doctrines We Believe
February 03, 2021 01:30 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk we begin a new series focused on the importance of doctrine, which is simply what we believe! In this episode, Pastor Ray will answer these questions: - What scriptures show the importance of doctrine? - When did knowing what these doctrines become so important to you? - What would you say to the person that is intimidated by doctrine? - How do we help people give doctrine away? If you enjoyed this episode, please don't forget to share it with a fr...
41: The New Year
December 29, 2020 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBTo close out Shepherd Talk in 2020, Pastor Ray is joined again by Lance Griffin to recap some of the lessons the Church has learned in 2020 and then look ahead to what is to come in 2021. Do you make New Year's Resolutions? What do you think God was trying to tell the world in 2020? Should we really want to return to a certain level of comfort that may not have been healthy? How are we supposed to go into a new year after the kind of year we just had? What should be our focus? ...
40: Christmas Theology
December 22, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Pastor Ray continues his discussion of the theology of Christmas with a focus on the importance of the virgin birth. CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rbcdothan LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/s...
39: Christmas Components
December 15, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Pastor Ray continues his discussion about the theology of Christmas. RUNDOWN... What is your favorite Christmas carol? How complicated are your Christmas decorations? The Christmas story... How do we help people understand the incarnation? CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/ Twitter: https...
38: Celebrating Christmas
December 08, 2020 06:00 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Pastor Ray starts a conversation about the Christmas season. CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rbcdothan LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4CRWqaj8HRTjyZdvZwG9pn?si=6G-IMu6-QGGD_D8NVa51Ug ...
37: Thanksgiving Thoughts
November 24, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Pastor Ray talks about some of his favorite parts of Thanksgiving and what it means to live lives of thanksgiving as Believers. CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rbcdothan LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones Listen on Spotify: https://open.spo...
36: How Critical Thinking Shapes Your Worldview
November 17, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Pastor Ray talks about why developing the ability to think critically is important and how this practice shapes our worldview. CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rbcdothan LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones Listen on Spotify: https://open.spo...
35: Election Reflections
November 12, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Pastor Ray offers some reflections about where the country may be heading and what the Church should do in light of the circumstances. CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rbcdothan LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones Listen on Spotify: https://o...
34: Do You Know Your Worldview? Pt. 2
November 10, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Pastor Ray continues his conversation about a recent column entitled "Do You Know Your Worldview? Read the column: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/do-you-know-your-worldview/ Listen to the first episode in this conversation about worldview Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/33-do-you-know-your-worldview/id1517881599?i=1000497380647 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yMbn3VGkyVrRTkDf5vp7W CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https:...
33: Do You Know Your Worldview?
November 05, 2020 18:02 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBCHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rbcdothan LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4CRWqaj8HRTjyZdvZwG9pn?si=6G-IMu6-QGGD_D8NVa51Ug Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shepherd-talk/id1517881599...
32: The Season of Opportunity
October 20, 2020 22:49 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk, Pastor Ray discusses a column he recently wrote entitled “The Season of Opportunity.” Read the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/the-season-of-opportunity/ CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rbcdothan LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS Shepherd Talk with Ray ...
31: When Prayer Doesn't Go Our Way...
October 13, 2020 22:02 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBOn this episode of Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones, Pastor Ray talks about a recent column he wrote entitled “When Prayer Doesn’t Go Our Way…” Read the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/when-prayer-doesnt-go-our-way/ Books Old Paths New Power by Daniel Henderson https://www.amazon.com/Old-Paths-New-Power-Awakening/dp/080241446X/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=2L2UUEMCLLX01&keywords=old+paths+new+power+by+daniel+henderson&qid=1582122637&sprefix=old+paths,aps,174&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl...
30: A Conversation With Dr. Steve Gaines
September 01, 2020 21:26 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBA few weeks ago, Pastor Ray got a chance to sit down with Dr. Steve Gaines, former president of the SBC and current Pastor of Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. They talked about what it has been like to lead a church through a pandemic, the end times, and several other things. Take a listen! CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rid...
29: Why the Sabbatical is Important
August 25, 2020 10:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones, Chase talks to Pastor Ray about why he takes a sabbatical every year, what he did during his sabbatical this year, and why it's important for you to take some form of sabbatical in your own life. Give this episode a listen to find out the importance of rest! CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecr...
28: Leadership in a Pandemic
August 18, 2020 22:33 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MBShepherd Talk with Ray Jones returns after a long hiatus during the pandemic and leadership during a pandemic is the topic of this episode's discussion! Give this episode a listen to find out Pastor Ray's thoughts on how we can lead in our homes and families during uncertain times like these. CHECK OUT OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.rbcdothan.org FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbapti...
27: Leadership... Part 2
June 18, 2020 18:30 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones, we’re continuing a multi part series of episodes devoted to the topic of leadership. Pastor Ray offers some really cool leadership insights over the next few episodes, so you don’t wanna miss out! Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Sermon Shorts: Spiritual Warfare Pt. 7&8 If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!...
26: Leadership... Part 1
June 18, 2020 18:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones, we’re beginning a multi part series of episodes devoted to the topic of leadership. Pastor Ray offers some really cool leadership insights over the next few episodes, so you don’t wanna miss out! Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Sermon Shorts: Spiritual Warfare Pt. 5&6 If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member! ...
25: Tragedy
June 18, 2020 17:00 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones, Pastor Ray have a conversation about tragedy and how we as believers should handle it whenever it happens. Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Sermon Shorts: Spiritual Warfare Pt. 3&4 If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
24: Another Election Year
June 18, 2020 16:30 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones, Pastor Ray revisits a column from 2016 as we are in the middle of another important election year. He goes over some key considerations to keep in mind when you are preparing to vote. You can read the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/how-to-pick-a-president/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Sermon Shorts: Spiritual Warfare Parts 1&2
23: The Next Great Revival
June 18, 2020 16:00 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MBTune into this week's edition of Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones to hear a conversation about one of Pastor Ray’s recent sermon series topics... what will the next great revival look like? Read the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/is-a-blue-whale-the-biggest-thing-there-is/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Leadership Lights: Valuable Little Things If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a r...
22: Is a Blue Whale the Biggest Thing There Is?
June 18, 2020 15:30 - 20 minutes - 19 MBTune into this week's edition of Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones to hear a conversation about one of Pastor Ray’s recent columns: “Is a Blue Whale the Biggest Thing There Is?” Read the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/is-a-blue-whale-the-biggest-thing-there-is/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Leadership Lights: Overcoming Spiritual Discouragement If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a r...
21: Do They Know You in Hell?
June 18, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MBTune into this week's edition of Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones to hear a conversation about one of Pastor Ray’s recent columns: “Do They Know You in Hell?” Read the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/do-they-know-you-in-hell/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Ministry Notes: How to Extend Your Ministry If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member...
20: Last Days and Stewardship
June 18, 2020 14:30 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBTune into this week's edition of Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones to hear a little more about the current sermon series going on at Ridgecrest! Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Sermon Shorts: Valuable Little Things If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
19: The Greatest Discoveries of My Life... Part 2
June 18, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBTune into this week's edition of Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones to hear part two of a conversation about 10 of the greatest discoveries of his life! Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Sermon Shorts: Three Ways to Miss God If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
18: The 10 Greatest Discoveries of My Life... Part 1
June 18, 2020 13:30 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBTune into this week's edition of Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones to hear part one of a conversation about 10 of the greatest discoveries of his life! Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource… Sermon Shorts: When You Need a Word From God If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
17: How to Focus on the True Meaning of Christmas
June 18, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBDon't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: What Drives People? Pt. 1 If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
16: Reasons and Responses for Depression
June 11, 2020 20:30 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBDon't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: Maintaining Momentum Pt. 2 If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
15: The Spiritual Tank
June 11, 2020 20:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBDon't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: Maintaining Momentum Pt. 1 If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
14: The Emotional Tank
June 11, 2020 19:30 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBDon't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: When You Face Opposition If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
13: The Physical Tank
June 11, 2020 19:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBDon't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: Leading from the Inside If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
12: Who Will Go?
June 11, 2020 18:30 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBRead the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/who-will-go/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: The Power of Passion If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
11: Two Part Forgiveness
June 11, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBDon't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: Leading from the Inside If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
10: 7 Commands for Victorious Living... Part 2
June 11, 2020 17:30 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBDon't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: "Leadership Blunders Part 2" If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
09: 7 Commands for Victorious Living... Part 1
June 11, 2020 17:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBDon't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: "Leadership Blunders" If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
08: I'm Back
June 11, 2020 16:30 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBRead the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/im-back/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: "Achieving Exceptional Results" If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
07: Falling Away or Spiritually Shallow?
June 11, 2020 16:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBRead the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/falling-away-or-spiritually-shallow/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: How the Second Coming Affects Your Ministry If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
06: Wars and Rumors of Wars
June 11, 2020 15:30 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBTune into this week's edition of Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones to hear a conversation about one of Pastor Ray's recent columns, Wars and Rumors of Wars! Read the column here: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/wars-and-rumors-of-wars/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: What I Would Do Differently If I Was Starting Over. If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family me...
05: Time with the Lord
June 11, 2020 15:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBDon't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: Overcoming Spiritual Discouragement If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
04: Worship
June 11, 2020 14:30 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBHead to our website after the podcast to read the column: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/worship/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: Moses on Leadership Part 5. If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
03: Routines
June 11, 2020 14:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBHead to our website after the podcast to read the column: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/routines/ Don't forget to write to us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: Moses on Leadership Part 4. If you like what you hear, you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
02: A Fitting Tribute
June 11, 2020 13:30 - 15 minutes - 14 MBHead to our website to read the column: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/a-fitting-tribute/ Resources... "The Light and the Glory" https://www.christianbook.com/light-glory-revised-expanded-edition-1793/peter-marshall/9780800732714/pd/732714#CBD-PD-Description "Foxe's Book of Martyrs" https://www.amazon.com/Foxes-Book-Martyrs-Pure-Classics/dp/0882708759/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=John+Foxe&qid=1566417077&s=books&sr=1-2 "The Insanity of God" https://www.amazon.com/Insanity-God-Story-F...
01: Crucified with Christ
June 11, 2020 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBHead to our website to read the column: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/crucified-with-christ/ At the end, don't forget to email us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: Moses on Leadership Part 2. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!
00: Introduction
June 09, 2020 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBThis week on Shepherd Talk with Ray Jones, Pastor Ray dives deeper into a recent column of his, Crucified with Christ. Head to our website to read the column: https://www.rbcdothan.org/article/crucified-with-christ/ At the end, don't forget to email us at [email protected] to ask for this week's free resource: Moses on Leadership Part 2. If you like what you hear you can subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend or family member!