The Imperfect Church Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Imperfect Church Podcast
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the importance of good deacon election processes.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss ways we can express our gratitude for the churches God has given us.
On this special belated Reformation Day episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the doctrine of vocation.
(Sorry about the title, we couldn't resist) In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the Ascension.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Hunter Lynch to discuss creativity within the church.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss numbers as they recap the annual meeting of the Southern Baptist Convention.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continuing Practical Theology for Plain People by discussing the resurrection.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan begin a new series examining the belief systems of major modern cults.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Dr. Kenny Digby to discuss his preaching philosophy.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss Jesus's descent and what that means for believer's today.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by their wives to talk about the recent changes in our ministries.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss their favorite books of 2020 and looking forward to their reading goals in 2021.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the importance of a pastor knowing and loving his people.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue talking practical theology for plain folks with the nature of Jesus.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the life and influence of Anselm, a theologian you should know.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Brian Rushing to talk about pastor search committees.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Matt Martin to discuss biblical counseling.
In this installment of Theologians You Should Know, Jon and Ryan seek to survey the life and influence of Augustine.
We're back! In this episode Jon and Ryan discuss the lessons we've learned in our pandemic hiatus.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss some principles concerning church re-entry plans.
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In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue Practical Theology for Plain People by discussing the doctrine of man.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss what to do with online video numbers and offer a brief encouragement to pastors and churches eager to gather together again.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Taylor Combs to discuss the life and influence of E. Y. Mullins.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Colton Strother to discuss the life and legacy of John Gill.
Why Pastors Should engage John Gill:
https://credomag.com/2019/07/why-pastors-should-engage-john-gill/?fbclid=IwAR04pwzUMiqqLBGCUix64hvs2Y0fQ9OvxWrYdBpGuKBRSUiM2QS8R39OAg4
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the necessity of friendships especially in difficult times.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Brian Rushing and Matt Pittman to discuss questions concerning the crucifixtion.
This week Jon and Ryan discuss the church's response to the COVID-19 crisis in light of our ecclesiology.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue Practical Theological for Plain People by discussing Satan and Demons
In this episode, Jon and Ryan interview Larry Blackburn, deacon of Midway Baptist Church, about his role as a church member in the Imperfect Church.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue their series Theologians You Should Know by discussing Gardner C. Taylor.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue practical theology for plain people by discussing miracles.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss healthy decisions to make in order to be a healthy church member.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss some of their favorite books from this year.
Books Mentioned:
The Violent Bear it Away by Flannery O’Connor
https://www.amazon.com/Violent-Bear-Away-Novel-Classics/dp/0374530874/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+violent+bear+it+away&qid=1577805630&sr=8-1
Gilead by Marilynne Robinson
https://www.amazon.com/Gilead-Novel-Marilynne-Robinson/dp/031242440X/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1A8MH5N5VXDQW&keywords=gilead+by+marilynne+robinson&qid=1577805661&sprefix=gilead%2Caps%2C197&sr=8-2
The Haunted Bookshop by Christopher Morley
https://www.amazon.com/Haunted-Bookshop-Illustrated-Christopher-Morley/dp/B0006D6LWC/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MM2L6QT2TLDS&keywords=the+haunted+bookshop+by+christopher+morley&qid=1577805733&sprefix=the+haunted+bookshop%2Caps%2C192&sr=8-4
Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Galdwell
https://www.amazon.com/Talking-Strangers-Should-About-People/dp/B07NJCG1XS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3LMRB98OVXKRL&keywords=talking+to+strangers+malcolm+gladwell&qid=1577805764&sprefix=talking+to+%2Caps%2C216&sr=8-1
Do the Work by Steven Pressfield
https://www.amazon.com/Do-Work-Overcome-Resistance-Your/dp/1936891379/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28RZQDX9C9K43&keywords=do+the+work+by+steven+pressfield&qid=1577805813&sprefix=Do+the+work%2Caps%2C200&sr=8-1
Praying the Bible by Donald Whitney
https://www.amazon.com/Praying-Bible-Donald-S-Whitney/dp/1433547848/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=praying+the+bible&qid=1577805854&sr=8-1
The First Heriad by Shakespeare
https://www.amazon.com/Shakespeares-Henriad-Tetralogy-Including-Characters-ebook/dp/B082BDLKJT/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=the+henriad&qid=1577805923&sr=8-3
The Way of the Dragon and the Way of the Lamb by Goggin and Strobel
https://www.amazon.com/Way-Dragon-Lamb-Searching-Abandoned/dp/0718022351/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26GJT2FFTBQM7&keywords=the+way+of+the+dragon+the+way+of+the+lamb&qid=1577805948&sprefix=the+way+of+the+dragon+and+the+way%2Caps%2C220&sr=8-1
Evangelical Responsibility in Contemporary Theology by Carl F.H. Henry
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the various opportunities that come with the Christmas season for the church.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan invite Rusty Parsons on the podcast to talk about Youth Ministry.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by special guest J Clark to discuss pastors and sabbaticals.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the importance context plays in preaching and pastoring.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss what your pastor really wants for Pastor's Appreciation Month.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Brian Rushing to discuss how a pastors leaves his church well.
On this episode, Jon and Ryan continue Practical Theology for Plan People with the doctrine of creation.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan begin a new series called Worship Wars. In this series, the guys will pair two songs against each other. This weeks battle is between "O Praise the Name" and "Crown Him with Many Crowns".
We continue our series honoring heroes of the Imperfect Church by talking to Bro. Danny Stevens.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss assurance. Can believers know that they are saved? If so, how?
In this episode, Jon and Ryan talk about personal evangelism. What are some practices that can help us tell other people about Jesus?
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the parachurch movement and what makes a healthy parachurch.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue the latest installment of Practical Theology for Plain People by discussing the Trinity.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan begin season three with a theologian you should know: Blaise Pascal.
We're going to have a good time! In this episode, Jon and Ryan celebrate our one year birthday by breaking down our favorite memories from this past year. So grab your favorite flavored non-alcoholic sparkling juice and toast us into the new year!
Also, be sure to enter our big Birthday giveaway!
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In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the various ways American church worship on the Fourth of July. Is there a middle ground between country worship and completely ignoring it altogether?
In this episode, Jon and Ryan talk about hobbies and how we can use them for the glory of God.
In this episode, the guys talk with Timothy Gatewood about the Neo-Evangelicals. Who were they? Why do they matter?
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by The Front Pew's Chris Griggs to talk about the weekly joys and struggles of pastoral life.
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/week-life-ordinary-pastor/
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the dreaded summer slump in church attendance. How can we take advantage of our summers as churches?
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss various principles to help parents raise kids that love Jesus.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue with an installment of Practical Theology for Plain People on the providence of God. What does providence mean and how does it impact our daily lives?
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the importance of prayer for believers and offer resources and encouragement in order to help your prayer life.
You should never talk about politics or religion, so in this week's episode, Jon and Ryan talk about them both! How should a pastor address the church in such a politically charged culture? Jon and Ryan offer some thoughts.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the pastor and invitations. Are invitations biblical? Should we do invitations? If so, how should we do them?
In our latest episode of Theologians You Should Know, we talk about Ann and Adoniram Judson, missionaries to Burma.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan begin a series that highlights the unknown heroes of the imperfect church. Our first hero is Tammie Worsham and the guys interview her about God's faithfulness and what it means to love the church.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss unity in the church. How do different people love and serve together without strife? Can every one be as gracious as Ryan when dealing with Jon? Everybody has a Jon in their life, how do you love them?
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss some questions preachers should ask themselves before and after their sermons.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the pastor and the task of exegesis. How do we interpret the text? What is involved in the process of exegesis? What does exegesis even mean and does it have anything to do with getting extra Jesus? Find out now!
Books Mentioned:
Conscience by Andrew Naselli
The Bruised Reed by Richard Baxter
Towards an Exegetical Theology by Walter Kaiser
The Uneasy Conscience of Modern Fundamentalism by Carl F. H. Henry
Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carrol
Building Sermons to Meet People's Needs by Harold T. Bryson
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Jason Webb, pastor of Ingram Baptist Church in Baldwyn, Ms. The guys talk about mentoring and ministry hacks among other things
In this episode, Jon and Ryan talk about some helpful ways to listen to a sermon.
Books Mentioned:
The Baptist by Tom Nettles
https://www.amazon.com/Baptists-Beginnings-Britain-Vol/dp/1857929950/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1550516906&sr=8-4&keywords=the+baptist+tom+nettles
The Bruised Reed by Richard Sibbes
https://www.amazon.com/Bruised-Reed-Puritan-Paperbacks/dp/0851517404/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1550516955&sr=8-1&keywords=richard+sibbes
In this week's episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the pastor and social media. How should we utilize this means of communication? What are the worth, warnings, and woes when using social media? We gon' talk about them here.
Special Valentines' Day Poem for our committed listeners:
Shall I compare our podcast to a summer's day?
No, our podcast is not that fun.
Shall I compare our listeners to the days of May?
Yes, we only have about thirty-one.
Yet, in pity you listen like it's your duty,
Even when we say a million times: absolutely.
Books Mentioned:
Carl F. H. Henry by Bob Patterson
https://www.amazon.com/Carl-Henry-Makers-Modern-Theological/dp/0943575540/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1549931799&sr=8-2&keywords=bob+patterson+carl+henry
In this episode, Jon and Ryan honor Black History Month by talking about a theologian you need to know: Charles Octavius Boothe. We talk about his life and legacy and then discuss why we need to study from teachers outside our culture.
Much of the biographical information for Boothe comes from Walter Strickland.
Books Mentioned:
Plain Theology for Plain People by Charles Octavius Boothe
https://www.amazon.com/Plain-Theology-People-Lexham-Classics/dp/1683590341/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1549331754&sr=8-1&keywords=plain+theology+for+plain+people
How Africa Shaped the Christian Mind by Thomas Oden
https://www.amazon.com/Africa-Shaped-Christian-Mind-Rediscovering/dp/0830837051/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1549331754&sr=8-2&keywords=plain+theology+for+plain+people
Who Lynched Willie Earle? by William Williom
https://www.amazon.com/Who-Lynched-Willie-Earle-Preaching/dp/1501832514/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1549332444&sr=8-1&keywords=who+lynched+willie+earle
The Color of Compromise by Jemar Tisby
https://www.amazon.com/Color-Compromise-American-Churchs-Complicity/dp/0310597269/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1549332456&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=the+color+of+compromise&psc=1
A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare
https://www.amazon.com/Midsummer-Nights-Dream-William-Shakespeare/dp/1512095702/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1549332486&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=a+midsummer+night%27s+dream&psc=1
Recovering Classical Evangelicalism by Gregory Thornbury
https://www.amazon.com/Recovering-Classic-Evangelicalism-Applying-Wisdom/dp/1433530627/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1549332504&sr=8-1&keywords=recovering+classical+evangelicalism
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Dr. Brandon Powell to discuss when and how a pastor should leave a church and how to lead in the first 90 days.
Books mentioned:
The King and his Beauty by Thomas Schreiner
https://www.amazon.com/King-His-Beauty-Biblical-Testaments/dp/0801039398/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1548703793&sr=1-1&keywords=the+king+and+his+beauty
Beyond the First Visit by Gary MacIntosh
https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-First-Visit-Complete-Connecting/dp/0801091845/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1548703816&sr=1-1&keywords=beyond+the+first+visit
Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes by E. Randolph Richards and Brandon O'Brien
https://www.amazon.com/Misreading-Scripture-Western-Eyes-Understand/dp/0830837825/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
In this belated episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Mark Williams to discuss children's ministry.
Sorry about the weird ending. Our tech wasn't working with us.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue discussing the attributes of God, specifically God's communicable attributes. These attributes are characterized in four groups: the spirituality of God, the intellect of God, the morality of God, and the sovereignty of God.
Books mentioned:
Canoeing the Mountains by Tod Bolsinger
Henry VI Part I by Williams Shakespeare
Essential Evangelicalism by Matthew Hall and Owen Strachan
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the incommunicable attributes of God in the latest installment of Practical Theology for Plain People.
Books Mentioned:
Decade of Dysfunction by Mark Nagi
Titus Andronicus by William Shakespeare
True Community by Jerry Bridges
Hillbilly Elegy by JD Vance
Jon and Ryan ring in the New Year by recalling some of their favorite books from 2018 and discussing goals for 2019.
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In this special holiday themed episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the real Saint Nicholas of Myra. This continues our series Theologians You Should Know. Something went weird with the audio and Jon sounds like he's in a bubble. We're really sorry about that. Can you forgive us?
Books Mentioned:
The Saint Who Would be Santa Claus by Adam English:
https://www.amazon.com/Saint-Who-Would-Santa-Claus/dp/1602586349/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1545577205&sr=8-1&keywords=The+saint+who+would+be+santa+claus
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue their Practical Theology for Plain People series with a look at the incarnation. How can God become man? What does this mean when it comes to practical ministry? Find out on today's episode. Don't forget to leave us a review!
In this episode, Jon and Ryan talk about their favorite Christmas hymns. They also limit themselves to just a few Christmas Shoes jokes.
Book Mentioned:
Holy Sexuality by Christopher Yuan
https://www.amazon.com/Holy-Sexuality-Gospel-Desire-Relationships/dp/0735290911/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1544493253&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=holy+sexuality&psc=1
In this special episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by their wives Faith and Jordan to discuss the joys and struggles of the pastor's wife.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the act of giving within the church. Is giving necessary? How should we give in such a way to preserve the act of worship? All these questions and more are chopped up in this episode of the Imperfect Church Podcast.
Books mentioned:
The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan
https://www.amazon.com/Pilgrims-Progress-John-Bunyan/dp/1512396486/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1543283685&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=the+pilgrim%27s+progress&psc=1
Wonder by R.J. Palacio
https://www.amazon.com/Wonder-R-J-Palacio/dp/0375869026/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543283720&sr=8-1&keywords=wonder+book
That Hideous Strength by C.S. Lewis
https://www.amazon.com/That-Hideous-Strength-Space-Trilogy/dp/0743234928/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543283779&sr=8-1&keywords=that+hideous+strength
How to Read a Book by Mortimer Adler and Charles Van Doren
https://www.amazon.com/How-Read-Book-Classic-Intelligent/dp/0671212095/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543283802&sr=8-1&keywords=how+to+read+a+book
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In this episode, the guys are joined by Jim Shaddix to discuss preaching, seminary, bass fishing, and more!
Books mentioned:
The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind by Mark Noll
https://www.amazon.com/Scandal-Evangelical-Mind-Mark-Noll/dp/0802841805/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1542676862&sr=8-1&keywords=the+scandal+of+the+evangelical+mind
Dracula by Bram Stoker
https://www.amazon.com/Dracula-Bram-Stoker/dp/0486411095/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542676887&sr=8-3&keywords=dracula+bram+stoker
The Space Trilogy by C.S. Lewis
https://www.amazon.com/Trilogy-Perelandra-Hideous-Strength-Paperback/dp/B00ZAT776G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1542676975&sr=8-2&keywords=the+space+trilogy+lewis
Schools in session! The guys meet up with Pastor Brian Croft of Practical Shepherding to discuss pastor care and....well practical shepherding.
Practical Shepherding Blog:
http://practicalshepherding.com/
Books mentioned:
The Excellent Benjamin Keach by Austin Walker
https://www.amazon.com/Excellent-Benjamin-Keach-PB/dp/1894400631/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541992928&sr=8-1&keywords=austin+walker+benjamin+keach&dpID=51Nkf0NvFrL&preST=_SY291_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&dpSrc=srch
William Cowper: The Man of God's Stamp by George Ella
https://www.amazon.com/William-Cowper-Man-Gods-Stamp/dp/1894400097/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541993006&sr=8-1&keywords=george+ella+william+cowper
Bruce Lee: A Life
https://www.amazon.com/Bruce-Lee-Life-Matthew-Polly/dp/1501187627/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541993042&sr=8-1&keywords=bruce+lee+bio
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by Dr. A.B. Vines the vice-president of the Southern Baptist Convention to discuss the present and future state of the Southern Baptist Convention.
Books Mentioned:
Thomas Oden, How Africa Shaped the Christian Mind:
https://www.amazon.com/Africa-Shaped-Christian-Mind-Rediscovering/dp/0830837051/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541470214&sr=8-1&keywords=thomas+oden+how+africa+shaped+the+christian+mind&dpID=51WcWNBy77L&preST=_SY344_BO1,204,203,200_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
Doris Goodman, Leadership: In Turbulent Times
https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Turbulent-Doris-Kearns-Goodwin/dp/1476795924/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541470786&sr=8-1&keywords=doris+goodwin+leadership
Jim Shaddix, The Passion-Driven Sermon
https://www.amazon.com/Passion-Driven-Sermon-Changing-Pastors-Congregations-ebook/dp/B005XOW0Q0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541470809&sr=8-1&keywords=passion+driven+preaching
Martin Meadows, Daily Self-Discipline
https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Self-Discipline-Everyday-Exercises-Achieve/dp/1518889980/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541470866&sr=8-1&keywords=martin+meadows+daily+self+discipline
In this episode, Jon and Ryan begin a new series called Practical Theology for Plain People. First topic up: The theology of revelation.
Books mentioned:
The Printer and the Preacher by Randy Peterson
https://www.amazon.com/Printer-Preacher-Whitefield-Surprising-Friendship/dp/0718022211?keywords=The+printer+and+the+preacher&qid=1540765237&sr=8-1&ref=sr_1_1
Jesus Among Secular Gods by Ravi Zacharias
https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Among-Secular-Gods-Countercultural/dp/1455569151?keywords=among+secular+gods&qid=1540765258&sr=8-1&ref=sr_1_1
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
https://www.amazon.com/Frankenstein-Mary-Shelley/dp/1512308056?keywords=frankenstein&qid=1540764955&sr=8-1-spons&ref=sr_1_1_sspa&psc=1
Secrets in the Dark: A Life in Sermons by Frederick Buechner
https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Dark-Sermons-Frederick-Buechner/dp/0061146617?keywords=stories+in+the+dark+a+life+in+sermons&qid=1540764993&sr=8-1-fkmr1&ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1
Jon and Ryan are on sight in Connecticut to interview church planter Hal Haller about the ins and outs of church planting.
Books Mentioned:
Starting a New Church by Ralph Moore
https://www.amazon.com/Starting-New-Church-Ralph-Moore-ebook/dp/B00LA9FHMG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1540253359&sr=8-3&keywords=ralph+moore
Sorry about the weird distortion at the beginning, it was probably ghost.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss a theologian you should know. We discuss the life, ministry, and martyrdom of Jon Hus.
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by pastor Whit Lewis to discuss the church and orphan care.
Books mentioned:
The Gospel and Adoption by Russell Moore and Andrew Walker
https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Adoption-Life/dp/1433690322/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539027021&sr=8-1&keywords=the+gospel+and+adoption
Replenish by Lance Witt
https://www.amazon.com/Replenish-Leading-Healthy-Lance-Witt/dp/0801013542/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1539027067&sr=8-2&keywords=replenish
The Secret of Christian Joy by Vance Havner
https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Christian-Joy-Vance-Havner-ebook/dp/B00KUTGEXS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539027122&sr=8-1&keywords=the+secret+of+Christian+joy
The Discipline of Grace by Jerry Bridges
https://www.amazon.com/Discipline-Grace-Jerry-Bridges/dp/1576839893/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539027147&sr=8-1&keywords=jerry+bridges+the+discipline+of+grace
Deep Down Dark by Hector Tobar
https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Down-Dark-Stories-Chilean/dp/0374280606/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539027162&sr=8-1&keywords=deep+down+dark
In this episode, Jon and Ryan are joined by the Executive Director of the Mississippi Baptist Convention, Dr. Jim Futral. They guys discuss the importance of conventions and convention involvement.
In this week's episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the pastor's schedule. How does one organize one's week?
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In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the office and qualifications of deacons.
We mentioned some books, but Ryan piddled around and didn't have time to put them in the show notes.
If you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestions tweet us at @imperfectchurch or you can contact us by email at ryantreed5@hotmail.com
As always, thanks for listening!
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the ins and outs of Sunday School. When do you meet? How do you recruit and equip teachers? Jon and Ryan offer some helpful tips.
Books Mentioned:
The Reformed Pastor by Richard Baxter
https://www.amazon.com/Reformed-Pastor-Richard-Baxter/dp/0851511910/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1536625067&sr=8-2&keywords=The+reformed+pastor&dpID=51CmPxnB3oL&preST=_SY344_BO1,204,203,200_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
The Pastor's Family by Brian and Cara Croft
https://www.amazon.com/Pastors-Family-Shepherding-Challenges-Pastoral/dp/0310495091/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1536625098&sr=8-1&keywords=Brian+Croft+pastor%27s+family
Communion: A True Story by Whitley Strieber
https://www.amazon.com/Communion-True-Story-Whitley-Strieber/dp/0061474185/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1536625141&sr=8-1&keywords=Communion+whitley
As always, thanks for listening and remember: the truth is out there!
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the ends and outs of weddings. What is our foundation for weddings? Should you ask if anyone opposes the marriage? Has Jon ever been asked to sing at a wedding? All this and more!
Articles Mentioned:
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/should-ministers-officiate-at-the-weddings-of-unbelievers-no/
Books Mentioned: The Meaning of Marriage by Tim Keller https://www.amazon.com/Meaning-Marriage-Facing-Complexities-Commitment/dp/1594631875/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535984686&sr=8-1&keywords=tim+keller+marriage
The Pastor's Soul by Brian Croft https://www.amazon.com/Pastors-Soul-Call-Care-Undershepherd/dp/1783972386/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535984723&sr=8-1&keywords=the+pastor%27s+soul
Side by Side by Edward Welch https://www.amazon.com/Side-Walking-Others-Wisdom-Love/dp/1433547112/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535984747&sr=8-1&keywords=side+by+side+edward+welch
The Baptist Reformation by Jerry Sutton https://www.amazon.com/Baptist-Reformation-Conservative-Resurgence-Convention/dp/080542198X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535984765&sr=8-1&keywords=The+baptist+reformation
Travels with Charlie by John Steinbeck https://www.amazon.com/Travels-Charley-Search-America-Steinbeck/dp/0140053204/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1535984782&sr=8-2&keywords=travels+with+charlie
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the pastor and funerals.
Books Mentioned: Conduct Gospel-Centered Funerals by Brian Croft https://www.amazon.com/Conduct-Gospel-Centered-Funerals-Challenges-Shepherding/dp/0310517184/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1535425263&sr=8-1-fkmr0
The Priority of Preaching by Christopher Ash https://www.amazon.com/Priority-Preaching-Proclamation-Trust/dp/184550464X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535425686&sr=8-1&keywords=christopher+ash+the+priority+of+preaching
In this episode, Jon and Ryan continue the conversation about worship with Hunter Lynch interim worship pastor at Highland Baptist Church, Vicksburg, Ms.
Books Mentioned: Sing! by Keith and Kristyn Getty https://www.amazon.com/Sing-Worship-Transforms-Family-Church/dp/1462742661/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534819687&sr=8-1&keywords=sing+getty
Worship By the Book Edited by D.A. Carson https://www.amazon.com/Worship-Book-R-Kent-Hughes/dp/0310216257/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534819702&sr=8-1&keywords=worship+by+the+book
Red Rising by Pierce Brown https://www.amazon.com/Red-Rising-Pierce-Brown/dp/034553980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534819725&sr=8-1&keywords=red+rising
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the topic of worship. What is worship? Why do we worship? How can pastors cultivate an environment of worship for their congregants?
Books Mentioned: The Voice of Our Congregation by Terry York and David Bolin
https://www.amazon.com/Voice-Our-Congregation-Seeking-Celebrating/dp/1936151162/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534191510&sr=8-1&keywords=the+voice+of+our+congregation
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
https://www.amazon.com/Kill-Mockingbird-Harper-Lee/dp/0060935464/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534191522&sr=8-1&keywords=harper+lee+to+kill+a+mockingbird&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&dpID=51t88XArQeL&preST=_SY291_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&dpSrc=srch
The Boy in Striped Pajamas by John Boyne
https://www.amazon.com/Boy-Striped-Pajamas-John-Boyne/dp/0385751532/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534191644&sr=8-1&keywords=the+boy+in+striped+pajamas+book&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Heaven by Randy Alcorn
https://www.amazon.com/Heaven-Randy-Alcorn/dp/0842379428/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534191661&sr=8-1&keywords=heaven+randy+alcorn+book
Eragon by Christopher Paolini
https://www.amazon.com/Eragon-Inheritance-Book-Christopher-Paolini/dp/0375826696/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534191682&sr=8-1&keywords=eragon+by+christopher+paolini
Music by Sonseed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-NOZU2iPA8
In this episode Jon and Ryan talk shop - Sermon Preparation shop. A lot goes into the Sunday morning sermon and in this episode, the guys discuss their work weeks and study habits.
Books Mentioned: Building Sermons to Meet Peoples' Needs by Harold T. Byrson (Out of Print)
12 Essential Skills for Great Preaching by Wayne McDill
https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Skills-Great-Preaching/dp/0805432973/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533522023&sr=8-1&keywords=wayne+mcdill+12+essential+skills+of+great+preaching
Preaching: Communicating Faith in an Age of Skepticism by Timothy Keller
https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-Communicating-Faith-Age-Skepticism/dp/0143108719/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533522102&sr=8-1&keywords=timothy+keller+preaching
Preaching for the Rest of Us by Robby Gallaty and Steven Smith
https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-Rest-Us-Essentials-Text-Driven/dp/1462761623/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533522152&sr=8-1&keywords=Preaching+for+the+rest+of+us
The Shape of Faith to Come by Brad Waggoner
https://www.amazon.com/Shape-Faith-Come-Spiritual-Discipleship/dp/0805448241/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533522164&sr=8-1&keywords=the+shape+of+faith+to+come
Habits of Grace by David Mathis
https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Grace-Enjoying-Spiritual-Disciplines/dp/1433550474/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533522182&sr=8-1&keywords=habits+of+grace
The Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosaria Butterfield
https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Comes-House-Key-Post-Christian/dp/143355786X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533522202&sr=8-1&keywords=the+gospel+comes+with+a+house+key
The Witches by Roald Dahl
https://www.amazon.com/Witches-Roald-Dahl/dp/014241011X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533522221&sr=8-1&keywords=The+witches+dahl
Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
https://www.amazon.com/Tipping-Point-Little-Things-Difference/dp/0316346624/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533522244&sr=8-1&keywords=tipping+point+malcolm+gladwell
In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss the importance of Leaders being lifetime learners. Plus another book giveaway!
Books Mentioned:
Southern Baptist Identity by David Dockery
https://www.amazon.com/Southern-Baptist-Identity-Evangelical-Denomination/dp/1433506793/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533003644&sr=8-1&keywords=Southern+Baptist+david+dockery
The Prayer Ministry of the Church by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Prayer-Ministry-Church-Watchman-Nee/dp/0935008306/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533004134&sr=8-1&keywords=Watchman+nee+the+prayer+ministry+of+the+church
Podcast Mentioned: The Briefing 5 Minutes in Church History Word Matters Start Up
In this episode, Jon and Ryan tackle the difficult subject of church safety and security.
Resource on Church Security:
http://www.netgrace.org/
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In this weeks episode, Jon and Ryan tackle the topic of missions in the imperfect church. Why should every church have some sort of mission engagement and what are some ways to encourage mission fervor in the local church?
Article mentioned: https://credomag.com/2018/07/measuring-a-missionarys-success/
Books mentioned: Let the Nations be Glad by John Piper https://www.amazon.com/Let-Nations-Be-Glad-Supremacy/dp/0801036410/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1531789294&sr=8-1&keywords=let+the+nations+be+glad Same Kind of Different as Me by Ron Hall and Denver Moore https://www.amazon.com/Same-Kind-Different-As-Me/dp/084991910X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1531789598&sr=8-2&keywords=same+kind+of+different+as+me Theologians You Should Know by Michael Reeves https://www.amazon.com/Theologians-You-Should-Know-Introduction/dp/1433550865/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1531789625&sr=8-1&keywords=theologians+you+should+know The Gospel According to Daniel by Bryan Chapell https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-according-Daniel-Christ-Centered-Approach-ebook/dp/B00DY9FPNG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1531789653&sr=8-1&keywords=the+gospel+according+to+daniel John G. Paton - The Autobiography of the Pioneer Missionary to the New Hebrides https://www.amazon.com/John-G-Paton-Autobiography-Missionary/dp/1848712766/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1531789726&sr=8-4&keywords=John+paton+missionary
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In this episode, Jon and Ryan discuss a pastor's call to ministry. What does a call to ministry mean and what advice do the guys have for young men that are wrestling with their own personal call.
Books Mentioned:
https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-My-Students-Charles-Spurgeon/dp/1503122336/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1531507043&sr=8-1&keywords=lecture+to+my+students
https://www.amazon.com/Replenish-Leading-Healthy-Lance-Witt/dp/0801013542/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1531507074&sr=8-1&keywords=replenish
Jon and Ryan along with special guest Brian Rushing, pastor of FBC Newton, Ms, discuss the importance of ministering to children well, specifically during Vacation Bible School.
VBS stats: http://lifewayresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/VBS-2018-Release.pdf
Books Mentioned:
The 3D Gospel by Jason Georges, https://www.amazon.com/3D-Gospel-Ministry-Guilt-Cultures/dp/0692338012/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1530905744&sr=8-1&keywords=the+gospel+in+3d
Finding Faithful Elders and Deacons by Thabiti Anyabwile https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Faithful-Deacons-Anyabwile-2012-01-31/dp/B01F81O6S2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1530905783&sr=8-2&keywords=elders+and+deacons+thabiti
The Gospel and Adoption by Russel Moore and Andrew Walker https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Adoption-Life/dp/1433690322/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1530905816&sr=8-1&keywords=the+gospel+and+adoption
Kingdom Come: The Amillienial Alternative by Sam Storms https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Come-Amillennial-Sam-Storms/dp/1781911320/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1530905829&sr=8-1&keywords=kingdom+come+sam+storms
Best VBS Song Ever: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VargBfwfEOU
In the inaugural episode of The Imperfect Church Podcast, Jon and Ryan examine the reason why believers should invest in his or her imperfect church.