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Scott Pace and Jonathan Six are joined by Kristin Kellen to discuss biblical counseling — what it is, why it matters, and what it looks like in the local church. How should we think about AI in counseling? What roles do friendships play in counseling? How is counseling redemptive? Plus, in the Resource Corner, we discuss “Counseling Teens: Biblical Wisdom for Today’s Young People,” a book from Dr. Kellen.

Scott Pace and Jonathan Six are joined by Scott Hildreth to discuss missions — how missions is different than evangelism, the role of the local church in missions, the benefits and draw-backs to short-term mission trips, and how those who are called to missions should be living right now. Plus, in the Resource Corner, we discuss "A Short Guide to Evangelism and Missions,” a book from Dr. Hildreth.

What is apologetics, and why does it matter? In this episode of "Equipped to Serve," Scott Pace and Jonathan Six are joined by Ben Holloway to discuss apologetics — what it is, why it matters to local churches, and how everyday believers can sharpen their skills to defend the faith. Plus, in the Resource Corner, we discuss Southeastern’s GO Certificate in Christian Apologetics.

How can pastors lead change in their churches? In this episode of "Equipped to Serve," Scott Pace and Jonathan Six are joined by Steven Wade to discuss pastoral leadership — its biblical foundations, practical applications, and real-life ministry lessons learned from decades of ministry leadership experience.   Plus, in the Resource Corner, we discuss the new book from Dr. Wade and Matt Capps, “Shepherding Renewal."

When we talk about calling, what exactly do we mean? In this premier episode of "Equipped to Serve," Drs. Scott Pace and Jonathan Six explore calling — where we see it in the Bible, whether it's the same as "aspiring to ministry," and how leaders can call out the called.