Ordination can now be achieved by a 5-minute visit to a website. What should ordination be and how do we get there. Todd and Andy share some insights about ordination.
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55: Replanting and Revitalization
Rusty Gunn and Joey Dean discuss the process of replanting a church. They also discuss Mark Clifton, NAMB director of Replanting and Revitalization, visiting us at the Pastors Conference during the Oklahoma Baptists Annual Meeting.
54: Preaching in the Political Season
Todd and Andy share some thoughts on navigating through the issues of preaching during a political season.
53: The Ministry of Administration with Dr. Joe Ligon
Some pastors are very skilled at the task of administration. Others endure administration as a ministry necessity. Dr. Joe Ligon reminds us of the ministry value and impact of administration.
52: Regional Ministry Partners
Three of our Oklahoma Baptist Regional Ministry Partners share about the unique ministries they provide for pastors and churches.
51: Update on Dr Fisher’s Recovery
Dr. Fisher shares information on his injuries, his recovery process, and some immediate goals.
50: Developing and Growing Key Relationships as a Pastor
Relationships form the foundation of pastoral ministry and leadership. Todd and Andy discuss how to develop the key relationships in the church that will keep your leadership moving forward.
49: SBC Recap
Todd and Andy recap the highlights of the Southern Baptist Convention.
48: Historical-Cultural Background Study for Sermon Preparation
Understanding the historical context of a sermon text not only provides great insight into its meaning - and might keep you out of misinterpretation - but often provides outstanding illustrative material. Todd and Andy discuss the value of spending time understanding...
47: Guest Follow Up
Guests in the church generate great excitement but follow up can be challenging! In this episode Todd and Andy explore a few practices that may breathe new life into your follow up practices.
46: Observation of the Text
Sermon study begins by making careful observations of the Scriptural text. In this episode Todd and Andy provide a fresh look at what to look for in the initial stages of studying a text for a sermon.
45: Student Ministry among Oklahoma Baptists
Dr. Todd Sanders joins Todd and Andy to discuss that state of student ministry and a few key principles for keeping student ministry Gospel-focused.