Advertise on podcast: Dear Church

Chris sits down with Jody Apple to talk about tribalism, disunity, and the tendency for Christians to police one another. They discuss the importance of holding to what matters while keeping Jesus Christ at the center of our faith, relationships, and conversations..         Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #JodyApple #Jesus #ChristianUnity #ChurchUnity #ChristianLiving #Discipleship #Church #Faith #Christianity #ChurchOfChrist #ChristianPodcast

Introducing The Optimism We All Need Right Now with Simon Sinek from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast BUY THE BOOK! Start with Why by Simon Sinek  https://amzn.to/4xQ0ETD Simon Sinek’s landmark New York Times bestseller Start with Why transformed how leaders, entrepreneurs and employees think - inspiring them to shift their focus from what they do to why they do it. Simon brought this revolutionary concept to life with his Ted Talk, "How Great Leaders Inspire Action" which instantly went viral - and now ranks as the fourth most-watched Ted talk of all time with more than 90 million views.  In this conversation, Oprah and Simon talk about how to feel more energized, optimistic and engaged in your work and life - especially at times of high anxiety and uncertainty. Simon answers questions from several viewers including a woman who is considering leaving her 9-5 job to become an entrepreneur, one who is still looking for her dream job at age 49 and another who is terrified about losing her identity as she faces retirement. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who may be feeling a little lost and looking for clarity, direction and optimism.  00:00:00 - Welcome Simon Sinek, author of “Start with Why”  00:05:15 - The golden circle  00:09:15 - Asking for help 00:10:30 - Why vs. intention  00:13:30 - The thread of your life  00:17:40 - The age of the Influencer  00:20:10 - Optimism meaning 00:27:10 - Introverts and extroverts 00:28:40 - Blocking out doubt when chasing your why 00:32:30 - Jobs are not safe 00:34:50 - Find your guiding question 00:41:40 - Is a "dream job" a goal? 00:48:39 - The friend test  00:54:00 - The importance of relationships  00:55:20 - The key to finding your why 00:57:00 - A well-lived life Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

Chris sits down with Dr. Keith Harris, the 17th president of Freed-Hardeman University, to talk about his new role, Christian higher education, and the challenges and opportunities facing Christian universities today. Dr. Harris previously served as the preaching minister at Lewisville Church of Christ in Lewisville, Texas.         Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #KeithHarris #FreedHardemanUniversity #ChristianEducation #HigherEducation #ChristianCollege #ChristianLeadership #Faith #ChurchOfChrist #Christianity #Gospel #ChristianPodcast

What does the book of Revelation actually mean—and why does the church need its message today?  Chris sits down with Dr. Garrett Best to explore Revelation, its meaning, and how its message still speaks to the church today. Dr. Best is Assistant Dean and Director of the Hazelip School of Theology at Lipscomb University.   Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #GarrettBest #Revelation #BookOfRevelation #Bible #Christianity #Church #Jesus #ChristianLiving #Gospel #ChurchOfChrist #ChristianPodcast

What does faith really mean—and how should it change the way we live? Chris sits down with Gantt Carter to look at faith  through the lens of the ancient world and how that perspective can reshape our understanding and response to faith today.   Gantt Carter is the preaching minister at 2nd & Adams Church of Christ in Elk City, Oklahoma.         Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #GanttCarter #Faith #ChristianFaith #ChristianLiving #Discipleship #Jesus #Gospel #ChurchOfChrist #Bible #ChristianPodcast #FaithInAction

In this episode of Dear Church, Ryan Goodwin joins Chris for a conversation about something that sounds simple but may be one of the most important principles of Christian character: being nice.   Ryan is the preacher at Glen Springs Church in Gainesville, Florida. Together, they discuss why kindness, friendliness, and treating people well should be foundational qualities of a disciple of Jesus.   Being nice isn't just about being polite. For Christians, it can be one of the first tools we use to open doors for evangelism. Before people listen to what we believe, they often notice how we treat them.   What if reaching people with the Gospel starts with something as simple as showing them genuine kindness?   This conversation challenges Christians to think about how our character, attitude, and everyday interactions can point people toward Jesus.           Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #RyanGoodwin #ChristianCharacter #Evangelism #Kindness #ChristianLiving #Discipleship #Gospel #Jesus #ChurchOfChrist #ChristianPodcast #FaithInAction

In this episode of Dear Church, Chris sits down with Billy McGuiggan, Preaching Minister at Three Chopt Church of Christ in Richmond, Virginia, for a conversation about Jesus, Scripture, and the power of story.   What if we changed the way we read the Bible by seeing the entire story of Scripture as leading us toward Jesus?   Billy and Chris discuss how understanding the larger story of Scripture can help us see Jesus more clearly and better understand who He is.    Rather than treating the Bible as simply a collection of individual stories, teachings, and commands, we can recognize how those pieces fit together into one unfolding story that ultimately points us to Christ.   The conversation also explores the power of story and why stories have such a profound ability to shape the way we understand truth, God, and ourselves.   Who is Jesus? And what happens when we begin reading Scripture with that question at the center?           Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #BillyMcGuiggan #Jesus #Bible #Scripture #ChristianFaith #Gospel #JesusStory #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #ChurchOfChrist #Faith

In this episode of Dear Church, Boo Scott joins us for a conversation about worship, generosity, and what God really wants from us.   Boo Scott is the Lead Minister at National Park Church of Christ in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Together, they discuss why generosity isn't ultimately about what we give or how much we give, but about the heart behind it.   Everything we have is a blessing from God. Generosity calls us to humble ourselves, recognize where our blessings come from, and remember that what we have was never truly ours to begin with.   This conversation challenges us to look beyond the amount we give and ask a deeper question: What does our giving reveal about our heart toward God?   True worship isn't simply about what happens in a church building. It's about surrender, gratitude, humility, and recognizing God as the source of every blessing.         Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #BooScott #Worship #Generosity #Giving #ChristianLiving #Faith #GodsBlessings #ChurchOfChrist #ChristianPodcast #WorshipGod #Gospel

In this episode of Dear Church, Chris sits down with Trey Morgan, Lead Minister at Sunset Church of Christ in Lubbock, Texas, to talk about the direction of the church and what it means to get back to what matters most.   Trey is a minister, author, speaker, and marriage coach who has spent years encouraging Christians to live out their faith in practical ways. In this conversation, Chris and Trey discuss the need for the church to become more outward focused, putting evangelism and the Gospel at the center of what we do.   Sometimes we can become so focused on defending truth, debating doctrine, and looking inward that we lose sight of the people who desperately need to hear about Jesus. The church is called to be a people who take the Gospel to the lost, love people, and point them to Christ.   What if getting the church moving in the right direction starts with getting our focus back on Jesus and the mission He gave us? This is a conversation about the church, evangelism, doctrine, and the need to remember why we are here.         Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #TreyMorgan #ChurchOfChrist #Evangelism #Gospel #ChristianLiving #ChurchLeadership #Jesus #ChristianPodcast #FaithInAction #ChurchGrowth #OutwardFocused

In this episode of Dear Church, Wes McAdams joins us for a thoughtful conversation about one of the most important questions a Christian can ask: Can I know that I am saved? Wes serves as the preacher for McDermott Road Church of Christ, hosts the Radically Christian and Post Sermon Notes (P.S.) podcasts, and is the author of several books. Together, we explore assurance of salvation, God's wrath, and one of the greatest misunderstandings many Christians have about God's character. Too often, people view God as angry and waiting to punish them. But Scripture paints a different picture. God's desire is not to destroy us but to redeem us. Through Christ, we see that we are not the object of God's wrath—we are the object of His love and affection. God longs for a relationship with His people and has gone to incredible lengths to make that possible. If you've ever struggled with assurance, wrestled with fear, or questioned God's intentions toward you, this conversation will encourage you to see His heart more clearly.       Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #WesMcAdams #AssuranceOfSalvation #Salvation #GodsLove #GodsWrath #JesusChrist #ChristianFaith #Bible #ChurchOfChrist #Gospel #ChristianPodcast

In this episode of Dear Church, senior baseball player Collin Helms from Harding University joins the conversation to discuss what it means to live out your faith both on and off the field. College athletics can bring pressure, competition, distractions, and challenges to a Christian's character and priorities. This discussion explores how athletes can stay grounded in Christ while competing at a high level, representing their faith publicly, and using sports as an opportunity to influence others for good. Collin shares insights from his experience in baseball, the lessons sports can teach about discipline and perseverance, and the importance of keeping God first no matter the environment.           Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #ChristianPodcast #Faith #FreedomInChrist #JesusChrist #Gospel #ChristianLiving

In this episode of Dear Church, Steve Minor returns to discuss the important responsibility of raising godly women in a culture that often pushes against biblical values.   This conversation explores the role of parents, the influence of faith in the home, and the importance of teaching young women to pursue Christ, wisdom, purity, strength, and compassion. The episode also looks at how the church can encourage and support the next generation of faithful Christian women.   In a world full of confusion and pressure, God's Word continues to provide clarity and purpose for families seeking to honor Him.   "Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised." — Proverbs 31:30   Ripple of Light Ministries exists to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through an engaging network of multimedia, equipping the Church and reaching the lost.         Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #ChristianPodcast #Faith #FreedomInChrist #JesusChrist #Gospel #ChristianLiving

In this episode of Dear Church, Ben Hayes and Travis Creasy join the conversation to discuss ministry, mental health, and the many ways Christians can serve beyond the pulpit.   Known together as Ben and Travis, the duo has built a wide-reaching ministry through preaching, podcasting, counseling, writing children's books, and encouraging Christians through humor and honest conversations. Ben serves as the pulpit minister for Highland Park Church of Christ in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, while Travis serves as the pulpit minister for Westgate Church of Christ in Dothan, Alabama. Their work includes The Adventures of Ben and Travis children's books along with multiple podcasts including Helping Healing Humor, Friday Refresh, Good Ole Fashion Dislike, and more.   This episode explores the importance of encouraging Christians through openness, compassion, truth, and practical ministry — especially when discussing mental health struggles that many people face silently.   Jesus said, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." — John 16:33   Learn more about Ben and Travis: BenAndTravis.com Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].

In this episode of Dear Church, Adam Eades joins the conversation to discuss the struggle of addiction and the hope of overcoming it through Christ. Addiction affects countless lives and often leaves people feeling defeated, ashamed, and alone. This discussion looks at the spiritual and practical side of recovery, the importance of accountability, and the transforming power of the Gospel.         Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Have a question? Email Chris at [email protected].   #DearChurch #AddictionRecovery #ChristianPodcast #Faith #FreedomInChrist #JesusChrist #Gospel #ChristianLiving

Addiction can leave people feeling trapped, ashamed, isolated, and hopeless. In this episode of Dear Church, Kevin Turbeville joins the discussion to talk about the reality of addiction, the spiritual battle behind it, and the hope that is found in Christ. This conversation explores the struggles many Christians face in silence and how the Gospel offers forgiveness, strength, accountability, and freedom. Whether the battle is with substances, pornography, alcohol, or destructive habits, this episode points listeners toward biblical encouragement and lasting hope.