In this episode, we dig beneath the traditions and assumptions surrounding deacon selection and go back to the New Testament pattern. Why were deacons appointed in the first place? Who actually chose them? And how does A...

Elders pour out time, prayer, energy, and emotional strength to shepherd God’s people—yet many serve for decades without ever hearing a heartfelt “thank you.” In this episode, we explore why elder appreciation isn’t just polite—it’s...

Are you thinking about starting a new church? Before taking that step, the Bible gives us sobering guidelines and surprising examples—from the chaos of Corinth to the warnings in Revelation. In this episode, we explore t...

What do you say when someone looks you in the eye—or calls you on the phone—and tells you they’re thinking of ending their life? In this episode, I share three life-saving questions I learned decades ago, real conversations I've had wit...

What happens when a workplace conflict gets so intense that the boss finally brings in a psychologist—and why does that psychologist’s plan begin with something as simple as buying lunch?How can a $2,000 conversation solve a probl...