It’s not healthy to compare trauma from one person to another. Trauma is trauma. It doesn’t matter the “source” of your trauma whether it’s from vocational situations or even your upbringing. There’s no benefit in “downplaying” your trauma just because it doesn’t sound as serious as someone else’s.
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Hosted by Caralee Culpepper and Dale Sellers, our executive director, and a former small church pastor, our 95Network podcast is a wealth of information specifically for small-church pastors—delivered in a candid, kind, and concise way. We cover pressing topics in modern ministry, annual trends, and more.
Leadership Alone Isn’t Enough (w/ Dan Reiland) – Episode 141
God cannot be rushed. He will move through the Holy Spirit and do the work that He sees fit on his timeline and not ours.
Why Men Hate Going To Church (w/ David Murrow) – Episode 140
Our goal at 95Network is to see churches not only grow but flourish. And to reach that goal, we need everyone’s help—both men and women!
Leading Your Family: What It Looks Like For Men In Marriage (w/ John Michael Clark) – Episode 139
Marriage is designed to point to God and His Kingdom. Our marriages should reflect Christ’s relationship with the church. As men, we must take ownership of our marriages and work diligently to create a place of protection for our wives.
What Did God Say? How To Bravely Follow His Lead (w/ Gwen Rutz) – Episode 138
Always ask yourself, “What did God say?” You can do anything if you’re confident that it’s what God has told you to do. When we delight ourselves in the Lord and commit to His ways (Psalm 37:4-5), we can go forward boldly, knowing He will be with us.
How To Make Your Sermon Shareable (w/ David Murrow)- Episode 137
In the modern age of social media scrolling, you only have a small amount of time to get someone to stop and listen. Use those few seconds to craft something engaging and intriguing.
Social Media As A Ministry And Not An Advertisement (w/ Karis Hortin) – Episode 136
Identify your audience, and then provide the content they’re looking for. If you want to sell a product, you have to understand your audience. The same is true for your church. Ask yourself who you’re speaking to, and identify what those people are looking for. Then, work to provide that content for them.
Creating An Intergenerational Culture In Your Church (w/ Chuck Stecker) – Episode 135
Great performers are prepared for the encore. Performers know they’ll be remembered for their encore, not their primary performance. The encore portion of your life is the most important, so take advantage of the opportunities God has given you.
Dale’s Turning 60! Reflections On The Past 40 Years Of Ministry (w/ Dale & Caralee) – Episode 134
God doesn’t need our help. God can accomplish whatever He wants, and He certainly doesn’t need us to do that. However, He wants a relationship with us. His plan all along has been for us to do ministry FROM Him and not FOR Him.
Bridging The Minority Gap With Intentional Relationships (w/ Hykeng Paul) – Episode 133
Understanding and honesty are key components in diverse relationships. As you pursue a relationship with someone of a minority, communicate what you want to learn and be honest about it in your conversations.
Essentials For A Thriving Church (w/ Dan Reiland) – Episode 132
One of the first things you can do is foster a spirit of grace and kindness that permeates your church culture: squash divisiveness, judgment, and discontent.
The 10 Minute Bible Hour & Accepting God’s Grace As A Pastor (w/ Matt Whitman & Aron Utecht) – Episode 131
Each day, the Ten Minute Bible Hour podcast provides listeners with a “fast, fun, deep dive” into the Bible.