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Mike Neglia, Calvary Global Network (CGN)
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  • Sermon Outlining 101: Brian Kelly
    In this focused and practical message,Ā  Brian Kelly shares from his experience as a preacher and church planter on the necessity of clear, intentional sermon outlines. ā€œIf you don't have a plan, all you have is a wish,ā€ he says—reminding us that Spirit-empowered preaching still requires thoughtful preparation. Recorded live in Kampala, Uganda, this episode explores how well-structured outlines help preachers deliver the right message to the right people, and why relying solely on emotion or stirring stories isn’t enough to sustain a faithful ministry.Brian Kelly has dedicated over 23 years to pastoral ministry, demonstrating a lifelong passion for church planting and global missions. He and his wife, Lynne, spent a decade in Uganda, where they established a church and launched a Calvary Chapel Bible College extension campus to train leaders for ministry. After their years in Africa, they served as missionaries in New Zealand, leading Calvary Chapel Auckland. Throughout his career, Brian has been instrumental in planting churches both in the United States and internationally. Currently residing in Florida, he is the lead pastor of WestChurch, a congregation he founded three years ago. Brian and Lynne are blessed with three grown children, all actively involved in ministry.Recommended Links:Ā How to Build a Sermon Outline / Kako Napraviti Nacrt Propovedihttps://cgnmedia.org/channel/the-expositors-collective/video/how-to-build-a-sermon-outline-kako-napraviti-nacrt-propovediCrafting Captivating Sermon Outlines with Alan Stoddardhttps://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/crafting-captivating-sermon-outlines-with-alan-stoddardSermon Preparation: Step by Step with Brian Brodersenhttps://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/sermon-preparation-step-by-step-with-brian-brodersenFor information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.comĀ The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollectiveDonate to support the work of Expositors Collective, in person training events and a free weekly podcast:Ā https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective
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  • The Pulpit and the Prayer Closet: Dr. Keeney Dickenson on Spurgeon’s Legacy
    How did Charles Spurgeon’s theology of prayer shape one preacher’s lifelong commitment to expositional ministry, personal integrity, and staying rooted in a single congregation? In this conversation, Mike Neglia sits down with Dr. Keeney Dickenson, a seasoned pastor and mentor, to explore the spiritual and pastoral depth that comes from decades of prayer-soaked preaching and long-term faithfulness in one place.From his first sermon at age 17 to a lifetime of week-in, week-out preaching through entire books of the Bible, Keeney shares the lessons, struggles, and joys of walking closely with the Lord and his congregation. Drawing deeply from Spurgeon’s example, he explains how prayer isn’t just part of sermon prep—it is the sermon prep. He walks us through his rhythm of turning Scripture into prayer, resisting the temptation to preach second-hand insights, and staying attentive to the Spirit and the lives of his people.Whether you're preparing your first sermon or your 500th, this conversation is a warm and wise reminder that faithful preaching flows from a faithful life.Highlights & Topics:Preaching your first sermon at 17… and still learningHow long-term ministry deepens both sermon and shepherdLessons from Spurgeon on prayer, integrity, and healthWriting prayers from the text before writing sermons about the textWhy approval from God matters more than applause from peopleEncouragement to remain personally tethered to the Word, not just to study toolsThe pastoral danger of preaching disconnected from lived experienceAbout Dr. Keeney Dickenson:Dr. Keeney Dickenson has served as the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church in Crockett, Texas since 2003. With over two decades of local church leadership, he is known for his deep commitment to Christ-centered preaching, pastoral longevity, and the integration of prayer into every aspect of ministry. He holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from Truett Theological Seminary and is the founder and director of Prayeridigm Ministries, a training and resource initiative aimed at helping pastors and churches grow in their understanding and practice of prayer. Dr. Dickenson regularly mentors young leaders and speaks on topics related to spiritual formation, biblical exposition, and sustainable ministry.Related Links:In Times of Loss: Preaching at Funerals and Consoling the Grieving with Paul Beasley-Murray:https://cgnmedia.org/podcasts/in-times-of-loss-preaching-at-funerals-and-consoling-the-grievingĀ Hard Work, Charles Spurgeon and YouĀ  - David Guzik on lessons learned from the life and ministry of Charles Spurgeon :Ā https://open.spotify.com/episode/2eaB8MhareGvYXdAhIA7eV?si=xWB1N-JDQOaMcLx8AG4qUQDr. Keeney Dickenson's Prayeridigm resources:https://cgnmedia.org/ministries/prayeridigmFor information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.comĀ The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollectiveDonate to support the work of Expositors Collective, in person training events and a free weekly podcast:Ā https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective
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  • Innovation Meets Integrity: AI and the Preacher’s Calling with Paul Hoffman
    Artificial intelligence is already reshaping how some pastors write sermons, lead meetings, and care for people—but what are the theological and ethical boundaries for its use in ministry? In this wide-ranging conversation, Mike Neglia speaks with Dr Paul Hoffman about the promises and perils of AI for preachers and church leaders. Together they explore the difference between narrow and general AI, how it can streamline administrative work, and why it should never replace the Spirit-led work of sermon preparation. This thoughtful exchange offers both caution and clarity for pastors navigating technology in a rapidly changing world.Together, they explore the difference between general and narrow AI, where it can be useful in pastoral ministry (meeting prep, research, organising sermon notes), and where it poses serious spiritual and ethical concerns (outsourcing sermon writing, shortcuts in discipleship). Paul makes a passionate case for the irreplaceable role of the preacher’s soul in interpreting and applying God’s Word—and warns against any technological solution that would diminish that.Mike and Paul also talk about the pastoral and educational implications of AI use, including issues of plagiarism, critical thinking, spiritual formation, and the need for deep wisdom in an age of endless information. You’ll hear reflections on how AI can help—and how it might hinder—our calling to shepherd people toward Christlikeness.If you’re a pastor, Bible teacher, student, or church leader wrestling with how to navigate new tech wisely, this episode will offer clarity, caution, and encouragement.šŸ‘¤ About Dr Paul HoffmanDr Paul A. Hoffman (PhD, University of Manchester) is the lead pastor of Evangelical Friends Church of Newport, Rhode Island, where he has served since 2007. He is also an adjunct professor at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and Regent University School of Divinity, and is deeply involved in the Evangelical Homiletics Society, where he serves as co-chair of the Haddon W. Robinson Biblical Preaching Award.Paul’s ministry is marked by a commitment to reconciliation, unity, and revival. He regularly teaches and writes on preaching, theology, and the role of the church in today’s complex cultural landscape.Connect with Paul:Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pastorhoffmanInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/pastorhoffmanTwitter/X – https://twitter.com/pastorhoffman77šŸ“š Resources & Books MentionedAI Shepherds and Their Digital Sheep: Christian Reflections on the Technological Future by Paul Hoffman & Sean O’Callaghanhttps://www.amazon.com/AI-Shepherds-Their-Digital-Sheep/dp/1666775074The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness by Tim Kellerhttps://www.thegoodbook.com/the-freedom-of-self-forgetfulnessThe Age of AI: And Our Human Future by Henry Kissinger, Eric Schmidt, and Daniel Huttenlocherhttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/705709/the-age-of-ai-by-henry-a-kissinger-eric-schmidt-and-daniel-huttenlocherLogos Bible Software (AI-powered Bible study and research tools)https://www.logos.comOtter.ai (transcription and meeting summary tool)https://otter.aiCanva (AI-assisted visual design platform)https://www.canva.comLectio Divina (a method of prayerful, contemplative Scripture reading)https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/what-is-lectio-divina.htmlšŸ“š Preaching to a Divided Nation by Paul A. Hoffman & Matthew D. Kimhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/1540964744šŸŽ§ Subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help more pastors grow in their personal study and public proclamation of God’s Word.For information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.comĀ The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/
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  • The Perils and Possibilities of ChatGPT for Preachers with Mike Neglia & Nick Cady
    Can AI enhance sermon preparation without compromising theological integrity? Mike Neglia and Nick CadyĀ DELVE into the ethics of using AI in Christian ministry, discussing its potential benefits (like editing, condensing, and title generation) and serious dangers (such as inaccuracies, plagiarism, and spiritual shortcuts). Mike shares real-life examples of how he’s used AI—includingĀ a misattributed quote from former Irish President Mary McAleese—while Nick warns against letting AI replace personal study and reliance on the Holy Spirit. Whether you're curious or cautious about AI, this episode provides a thoughtful and practical guide for pastors navigating this new frontier.This episode was also co-released on the Theology for the People podcast feed: Be sure to subscribe if you want to hear more from Nick Cady:Ā https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/theology-for-the-peopleĀ Join Us for our Next Training Weekend in Colorado!White Fields Community ChurchLongmont, ColoradoApril 4-5, 2025For information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.comĀ The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/Donate to support the work of Expositors Collective, in person training events and a free weekly podcast:Ā https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective
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  • Long Obedience in the Same Location - Danny Hyde
    What makes a long-term pastorate successful? How do internships shape future ministers? And what does it look like to grow as a preacher over decades of ministry? In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast, Rev. Dr. Danny Hyde joins Mike Neglia to talk about his journey in ministry—from an eager young preacher to a seasoned pastor who has mentored over 20 pastoral interns and remained in one pulpit for over 25 years.Danny shares his first-ever sermon experience, his training at Westminster Seminary California,Ā and the hard-won wisdom that came from being torn apart in homiletics class byĀ Edmund Clowney,—only to be built back up by a compassionate mentor. He reflects on how becoming a father shaped his approach to pastoring, how relational ministry is just as important as doctrinal fidelity, and why internships are crucial for developing pastors who truly love preaching and love people.Other key topics include:The Cage-Stage Calvinist Years – What he’s learned since his early years of ministry.The Role of Internships – How he mentors young men for the challenges of pastoral ministry.Why Long-Term Ministry Matters – The stability and intergenerational impact of staying in one congregation.Simplicity and Clarity in Preaching – Why he’s working harder than ever to communicate with brevity and focus.Two Loves Every Pastor Needs – Why loving preaching isn’t enough—you must also love your people.Drawing from his Ph.D. research on John Owen, his pastoral ministry, and his experience training future pastors, Danny offers wisdom for both young preachers and seasoned ministers alike.Ā Bio - Rev. Dr. Danny HydeRev. Dr. Danny Hyde is the pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church in California, where he has served since 2000. A prolific author and theologian, he holds aĀ Ph.D. from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, where he wrote his dissertation onĀ John Owen’s theology of worship and its political implications. He also earned aĀ Th.M. from Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, aĀ Master of Divinity from Westminster Seminary California, and aĀ B.A. in Religion from Vanguard University.Dr. Hyde has been deeply involved inĀ ministerial training, overseeing numerous interns who have gone on to pastoral ministry, and has taught theology and pastoral studies at institutions likeĀ Westminster Seminary California, Mid-America Reformed Seminary, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, and Greystone Theological Institute. HisĀ denominational serviceĀ includes roles on committees for church planting, digital media in worship, and doctrinal commitment within the United Reformed Churches in North America (URCNA).As a scholar, he has authoredĀ over a dozen books, includingĀ This Is the Word of the Lord,Ā Grace Worth Fighting For,Ā Welcome to a Reformed Church, andĀ God in Our Midst. His writing frequently exploresĀ Reformed theology, church planting, and worship, and he is widely recognized for his expertise on theĀ theology of John OwenĀ andĀ the Canons of Dort.Beyond his academic work, Dr. Hyde is passionate aboutĀ mentoring the next generation of pastors,Ā preaching with clarity and simplicity, andĀ staying rooted in long-term pastoral ministry. In this conversation, he shares insights fromĀ 25 years of pastoring, theĀ challenges and blessings of long-term ministry, andĀ why loving people is as important as loving to preach.——————For information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.comĀ The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollectiveDonate to support the work of Expositors Collective, in person training events and a free weekly podcast:Ā https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective
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