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Ministry in Motion: Guest Preaching, Mentorship, and Sermon Application with Shaun Sells
In this engaging conversation, Mike Neglia interviews Shaun about his journey in pastoral ministry, teaching the Bible, and the importance of inductive Bible study. Sean shares candidly about his first teaching experience, transitioning to senior pastor, and his current ministry as a traveling minister.Key Discussion Points:First teaching experience and early ministry challengesEvolution of teaching style and biblical interpretationImportance of application in biblical teachingUnexpected transition to senior pastorMentorship and supporting younger ministersInductive Bible study methodologyAdapting to guest speaking and ministry transitionsMemorable Quote: "At the end of this, does your understanding of this passage make you more like Jesus or more like the Pharisees?”Shaun has been serving in ministry for nearly 30 years, with 24 of those at Calvary Chapel of Cheyenne, where he served as a youth pastor, assistant pastor, and a senior pastor— a role he filled for 18 years at Calvary Chapel Cheyenne. His role as senior pastor began following the unexpected departure of the founding pastor, at which time he had to learn on his own how to do almost everything in ministry. Since then, God has placed on Shaun’s heart the desire to help pastors avoid having to learn lessons of ministry the hard way. Shaun is now working with Poimen Ministries as the next step in fulfilling God’s call for him.For information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.com 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: https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective
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The Soft Prosperity Gospel, Justification, and Women in the Church – with Elyse Fitzpatrick
What happens when someone who’s been teaching the Bible for 50 years sits down to talk about gospel clarity, gender dynamics in preaching, and why justification still needs explaining?In this episode, Mike Neglia is joined by Elyse Fitzpatrick—author, speaker, and theologian—for a deeply honest and theologically rich conversation. They discuss the subtle ways a “soft prosperity gospel” sneaks into evangelical preaching, the heartbreaking lack of gospel clarity among many churchgoers, and how male preachers can better represent the women in Scripture and the women in their churches.Elyse shares stories from decades of ministry, opens up about teaching through pain, and gives a practical challenge to pastors: listen more. Ask for input. Especially from wise women. And never assume you've taught the gospel enough.Whether you're a pastor, teacher, or church leader, this episode will challenge you to preach Christ more clearly, teach more thoughtfully, and love more deeply.Elyse holds a certificate in biblical counseling from CCEF (San Diego) and an M.A. in Biblical Counseling from Trinity Theological Seminary. She has authored more than 25 books on daily living and the Christian life. Elyse loves to proclaim the good news of the gospel: That Jesus, the Second Person of the Trinity, perfectly obeyed all the Law in our place, suffered in isolation and agony as punishment for our sin, died, and then rose again, all for our justification.A frequent speaker at national conferences, she has been married for over 50 years and has three adult children and six really adorable grandchildren. Along with her husband, Phil, Elyse attends Grace Bible Church in Escondido, California.Resources Mentioned: Unloved: The Rejected Saints God Calls Beloved by Elyse FitzpatrickAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Unloved-Rejected-Saints-Calls-Beloved/dp/1683597826Faithlife eBook: https://ebooks.faithlife.com/product/305973/unloved-the-rejected-saints-god-calls-belovedBecause He Loves Me by Elyse FitzpatrickAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Because-He-Loves-Me-Transforms/dp/1433519518Faith Resources (eBook): https://store.faithlafayette.org/bctc-feb-12-19-2022/because-he-loves-me-ebook/Rid of My Disgrace by Justin & Lindsey HolcombAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Disgrace-Healing-Victims-Crossway-Paperback/dp/B00DWYWQYOCrossway: https://www.crossway.org/books/rid-of-my-disgrace-tpb/Ligonier: https://store.ligonier.org/rid-of-my-disgrace-paperbackDr. Pamela MacRae – Professor of Ministry to Women, Moody Bible Institute (future guest on the show, author of "How Women Hear the Sermon." In The Moody Handbook of Preaching, edited by John Koessler. Chicago: Moody, 2008)https://www.moody.edu/academics/faculty/macrae-pamela/Step Outside - Crass https://open.spotify.com/track/1IA4hjxvmyuZVSqS7stEuw?si=bf6a23810ed14d27 Recommended Episodes: Josh White on if it is possible to be too vulnerable in the pulpit: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/is-it-possible-to-be-too-vulnerable-in-the-pulpit-josh-white Trevor O'Keefe on vulnerablility in leadership and in preaching https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/not-a-crowd-to-be-feared-nor-an-audience-to-be-entertained-but-a-family-to-be-loved-trevor-okeefe Justin Holcomb on ministering to victims of sexual assault: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/preaching-gods-grace-to-the-disgraced-with-justin-holcombFor information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.com 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: https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective
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Preaching About the Steadfast Love of the Lord
In this heart-stirring and theologically rich episode, Mike Neglia is joined by theologian, pastor, and author Dr. Sam Storms to discuss his latest book, The Steadfast Love of the Lord: Experiencing the Life-Changing Power of God's Unchanging Affection. Together, they explore the transformative power of divine love, the misconceptions both the world and the church often hold about it, and how pastors can faithfully and fruitfully preach the love of God in ways that stir both head and heart.Storms shares how the love of God has moved from a general theological category to a deeply personal experience in his life, and what it means to feel the love of God—not just affirm it intellectually. They also wrestle with provocative questions about worship lyrics like “Reckless Love,” whether God loves people like Hitler, and how to shepherd a church with a biblically rooted understanding of God’s affection.Dr. Storms brings pastoral warmth, theological depth, and personal honesty to this conversation, offering timely wisdom for pastors, teachers, and all who want to better understand the God who sings over His people.📘 Featured Book:The Steadfast Love of the Lord: Experiencing the Life-Changing Power of God's Unchanging AffectionAvailable at: https://www.crossway.org/books/the-steadfast-love-of-the-lord-hcb/📚 Resources Mentioned:The Steadfast Love of the Lord: Experiencing the Life-Changing Power of God's Unchanging Affectionhttps://www.crossway.org/books/the-steadfast-love-of-the-lord-hcb/The Singing God: Feel the Passion God Has for You...Just the Way You Are by Sam Stormshttps://www.amazon.com/Singing-God-Feel-Passion-Just/dp/1616389729Sam Storms’ previous appearance on the Expositors Collective podcast: Prophetic Gifting, Proper Grammar & Possible Tattoos with Sam Stormshttps://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/prophetic-gifting-proper-grammar-possible-tattoos-with-sam-storms“Reckless Love” by Cory Asbury https://open.spotify.com/track/0DWXEQvxbrDlJ1tt9Q1Zc9?si=00e89ad1a63c4815Zephaniah 3:17 – God rejoicing over His people with singingRomans 5:5 – The Holy Spirit pouring God's love into our heartsEphesians 3:14–21 – A prayer for believers to grasp the breadth and depth of Christ’s love💬 Key Topics Discussed:When and how God’s love became personal in Sam’s lifeThe "sensible experience" of God’s affection (Romans 5:5)Misunderstandings of love in secular and church contextsShould churches sing about the "reckless" love of God?Navigating doubt and seasons of spiritual shakingSovereignty and selectivity in divine loveHow pastors can communicate God’s love without clichéThe joy of being enjoyed by GodSam’s advice for expositors and spiritual leaders🌐 Connect with Sam Storms:Website: https://samstorms.org/Convergence Church OKC: https://convergencechurchokc.com/Convergence Church Network: https://convergencechurchnetwork.org/🎧 About Expositors Collective:The Expositors Collective exists to equip and encourage the next generation of Christ-centred preachers. Follow us for weekly podcast episodes, daily quotes, and timeless wisdom from seasoned Bible teachers.Twitter/X: https://x.com/expositcllctvFor information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.com 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: https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective
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Sermon Outlining 101: Brian Kelly
In this focused and practical message, Brian Kelly shares from his experience as a preacher and church planter on the necessity of clear, intentional sermon outlines. “If you don't have a plan, all you have is a wish,” 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: 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.com 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: 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-grieving Hard Work, Charles Spurgeon and You - David Guzik on lessons learned from the life and ministry of Charles Spurgeon : 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.com 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: https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective
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