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On a rainy day at the fireporch, Jake shares about a recent near-death experience, the average pastors discuss opinions on burial vs. cremation, and how to approach difficult leadership decisions.Thanks for listening! If you want to reach out, send us an email at [email protected]

Mark, Jeff and Jake talk about the importance of moving toward hard conversations instead of avoiding them. Other topics include the difference between goals and priorities, as well as the role of guilt in discipleship.Want to connect with us? Drop us a line at [email protected]

Mark, Jeff and Jake talk about their outlooks as leaders and the different pressures they feel. They discuss how pastors can shepherd their congregations to give generously without being manipulative.Want to contact us? Send us an email at [email protected]

In the 50th (!!) episode of the podcast, Jake, Jeff and Mark talk about their upcoming teaching series and how they are shepherding their staff teams this fall. Mark also reads the foreword he wrote to Drew Stevenson's upcoming book, "The God Who Helps." We'd love to hear from you! Let us know how the podcast is impacting you or send us a topic suggestion at [email protected]

Mark, Jeff, Jake and Drew debate about the importance of punctuality. What should we expect of ourselves and others when it comes to being on time? Let us know what you think by leaving us a comment or send an email to [email protected]

Jeff, Mark and Drew are joined by Paul Sabino, Lead Pastor of Salt Church in Gainesville, Florida! Listen in as he shares his story of getting into ministry and becoming a church planter. Stay to the end to hear what it's like to be rebuked by Jeff Dodge! We'd love to hear from you - please send any comments, questions or discussion topics to [email protected].

Back at the lake for their annual writing retreat, Mark, Jeff and Drew Stevenson discuss Drew's upcoming book, "The God Who Helps." They also give tips on preaching and learn a new vocabulary word ("discursive") that ends up perfectly describing the podcast. Sermons from Dick Lucas: https://www.st-helens.org.uk/resources/dick-lucas/ Johnnie Each's Gospel Coalition article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/little-white-church/ Want to contact us? Drop us a line at [email protected]

After another valiant attempt at fishing for sponsors, the average pastors workshop a sermon series called “The Average Church.” They also talk about how they view vacation time and productivity as pastors. If you want to reach us, ask a question or give us some feedback, send us an email at [email protected].

Mark, Jeff and Jake discuss patriotism in light of America’s upcoming 250th birthday. Mark also shares a story of someone who recently came to Christ, and the pastors attempt to answer the question, “What is a pastor?”If you want to reach out to the podcast, ask a question or give us some feedback, send us an email at [email protected].

On this episode, Mark, Jeff and Jake discuss the dangers of "networking" and the distinction between fellowship and friendship. We also finally have our official "Average Pastor Bingo" card ready to go, thanks to friend-of-the-pod Zach Rauch. You can find it at this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12MNHPQvPxKPcHtJfIg4P_fJIIzmTsJdj9yAdxhGyljA/edit?usp=sharingIf you'd like to contact us, ask a question or make a comment, send us an email at [email protected]

Drake Epkes fills in for Jake as Jeff and Mark recount their recent adventures in Zambia and East Asia. They discuss what happens when we view ministry as farming and embrace the slow but steady process of planting and harvesting. Check out the links below for some photos related to the discussion!Photo of the current cable bridgeExample of the Pedestrian Bridge that will be builtIf you'd like to contribute to the work in Zambia, go to http://veritascommunity.org/give and select "Zambia Fund" from the dropdown menu!If you'd like to contact us, ask a question or submit a topic for conversation, send us an email at [email protected].

Jeff, Mark and Jake put on their "law expert" caps, and give their opinions on what questions they think more people should be asking.Also, check out this article one of our listeners wrote on Substack! https://thequietcenter.substack.com/p/a-view-you-didnt-earn?triedRedirect=trueIf you want to reach us, send us an email at [email protected]

Jeff, Mark and Jake discuss how "unfiltered" pastors should be in how they speak and shepherd. Jeff brings up a concern with President Trump's recent use of religious imagery and grapples with how Christians should respond.

Drew Stevenson joins Mark, Jeff and Jake as they discuss how embracing weakness enables us to boast in Christ, and how to discern the difference between holy ambition and desire for personal gain. Got a question or comment for the average pastors? Reach out at [email protected]

Drew Stevenson is back on the podcast! On this episode, Mark, Jake, Jeff and Drew use a lot of fun vocabulary words like "aseity," "asceticism" and "antinomianism." They also talk about when it makes sense to cancel a ministry gathering - should we ever divert from regular rhythms to accommodate cultural events? Be sure to listen to the end for a great discussion on 1 Corinthians 15 and the nature of resurrection as we prepare to celebrate Easter!We would love to hear your thoughts, questions or ideas for future conversations! You can reach us at [email protected]