Not Another Baptist Podcast

Kyle and Matt hosted a Twitter Spaces the other day to give their live commentary on the first ALCS matchup between the Astros and the Rangers. Along the way, several guests popped on to share some thoughts on various ministry topics, including Dr. Bart Barber, SBC President. We will return to our regularly scheduled programming next week, but we hope you enjoy this ADHD-fest. 

Jared and Allen interview George Schroeder about his transition from journalist to seminarian to minister, as well as a whole lotta football.

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Kyle and Matt share a few reminders as we celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month. 

Sponsor: TBC

What is it like to attend Texas Baptist College? At TBC, you will find courses that are biblically grounded, academically rigorous, and extremely affordable. You will also find an authentic community on campus, committed to encouraging students' spiritual and academic growth. 

And the best way to discover if TBC is right for you is to come to Preview Day on October 20. At Preview Day, you'll get to explore the campus, meet current students, and learn about the different opportunities you will find at TBC. Signing up is completely free, so register now at texasbaptistcollege.com/preview.

Jared and J Allen get together to talk about what's happening in Nashville, CP giving and Lottie Moon, and gas station food.

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Kyle and Matt discuss four ways you can enjoy "Pastor Appreciation Month," no matter what. 

Sponsor: SWBTS

If you are called to ministry, then you are called to prepare. At Southwestern Seminary, you will be equipped to serve the Lord in any context, from pastoring a church to serving on the mission field. On campus, you will find knowledgeable professors with decades of experience in their fields. In the surrounding area, you will find a multitude of opportunities serve the Lord in the community. 

And the best way to discover if Southwestern is right for you is to come to Preview Day on October 20. At Preview Day, you'll get to explore the campus, meet professors, and learn about the different opportunities you will find on Seminary Hill. Signing up is completely free so register now at swbts.edu/preview.

Kyle and Matt recently shared 5 Encouraging Church Trends, but now it's time to face the music and see 5 DISCOURAGING Church Trends. The other side of the coin, if you will.

Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2023/09/26/5-current-challenges-facing-u-s-churches/

Sponsor: SWBTS

If you're looking for a place to grow in your walk with the Lord and prepare to serve Him in ministry, then come visit Southwestern Seminary. At Southwestern, you will find experienced professors, committed to practicing what they teach you. And by being on campus, you'll get a glimpse of the many ministry opportunities in the surrounding area. 

Want to see for yourself? Come for Preview Day on October 20 to find out how Southwestern can help you live your calling. Register now at swbts.edu/preview.

Kyle and Matt have made a number of mistakes, as have you––what should you do when you do?

Article: https://churchleaders.com/pastors/pastor-articles/300207-make-ministry-mistake.html#:~:text=When%20you%20make%20a%20mistake,just%20apologize%20to%20three%20people.

Sponsor: TBC

If you are searching for a college that will encourage you to live your faith, you'll definitely want to visit Texas Baptist College. At TBC, seminary-level professors teach classes that provide you with a biblical foundation. You'll graduate with an education that prepares you for the ministry, the mission field, or the marketplace. 

Want to see how Texas Baptist College can be a good fit for you? Come to Preview Day on October 20 and see how TBC can help you find your calling. Register now at texasbaptistcollege.com/preview

Kyle and Matt discuss the naming of the members of the Cooperation Group, which was set in motion at the SBC Annual Meeting in NOLA.

Article: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/cooperation-group-named-by-barber/

Sponsor: Southwestern Seminary

If you're looking for a place to grow in your walk with the Lord and prepare to serve Him in ministry, then come visit Southwestern Seminary. At Southwestern, you will find experienced professors, committed to practicing what they teach you. And by being on campus, you'll get a glimpse of the many ministry opportunities in the surrounding area. 

Want to see for yourself? Come for Preview Day on October 20 to find out how Southwestern can help you live your calling. Register now at swbts.edu/preview.

Kyle and Matt discuss five trends that can give church leaders and members hope that the post-pandemic church landscape continues to improve.

Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2023/09/06/5-encouraging-church-trends-right-now/

Sponsor: TBC

If you are searching for a college that will encourage you to live your faith, you'll definitely want to visit Texas Baptist College. At TBC, seminary-level professors teach classes that provide you with a biblical foundation. You'll graduate with an education that prepares you for the ministry, the mission field, or the marketplace. 

Want to see how Texas Baptist College can be a good fit for you? Come to Preview Day on October 20 and see how TBC can help you find your calling. Register now at texasbaptistcollege.com/preview

Kyle and Matt discuss a common frustration among church revitalizers and replanters––inheriting a massive mess.

Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/but-i-didnt-make-this-mess/

Sponsor: Southwestern Seminary
If you're looking for a place to grow in your walk with the Lord and prepare to serve Him in ministry, then come visit Southwestern Seminary. At Southwestern, you will find experienced professors, committed to practicing what they teach you. And by being on campus, you'll get a glimpse of the many ministry opportunities in the surrounding area. 

Want to see for yourself? Come for Preview Day on October 20 to find out how Southwestern can help you live your calling. Register now at swbts.edu/preview.

Kyle invited Andy Addis onto the show to discuss rural ministry since Matt was tied up with some meetings. Be encouraged by this and be sure and check out some of the links we provide. 

Replant Hub: https://replanthub.com 

https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/doing-more-together/

Sponsor: Texas Baptist College

If you're looking for trustworthy Christian higher education that equips you to think biblically, reason truthfully, and share God's Word effectively, Texas Baptist College is the place for you. TBC is a Christ-centered, Scripturally grounded, and student-focused school dedicated to preparing students to serve wherever God calls them. The best way to experience TBC is to attend their Fall Preview Day on October 20.

Tour the campus, meet faculty members, chat with fellow students, and experience the unique campus community of Texas Baptist College during Preview Day.

Register today at texasbaptistcollege.com/preview

Kyle and Matt discuss navigating the complexities of by-laws in church revitalization. They often need to change, but how and when takes a ton of wisdom and patience.

Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/replant-reality-the-bible-vs-the-bylaws/

Sponsor: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary provides theological education that includes both academic challenge and hands-on ministry experience. Wherever God calls, Southwestern Seminary will help you get there. And the best way to experience Southwestern is to attend Preview Day on October 20.

See first-hand all that Southwestern Seminary has to offer. During your visit, you'll tour the campus, meet faculty members, chat with current students, and experience the unique campus community of Southwestern Seminary.

Register today at swbts.edu/preview

Kyle and Matt discuss battling the Monday morning blues many pastors face on, well, Monday. To be frank, many people regardless of profession battle the blues on Monday...so we think this'll encourage all!

Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/3-tips-for-beating-the-monday-blues/

Sponsor: Texas Baptist College

If you're looking for trustworthy Christian higher education that equips you to think biblically, reason truthfully, and share God's Word effectively, Texas Baptist College is the place for you. TBC is a Christ-centered, Scripturally grounded, and student-focused school dedicated to preparing students to serve wherever God calls them. The best way to experience TBC is to attend their Fall Preview Day on October 20.

Tour the campus, meet faculty members, chat with fellow students, and experience the unique campus community of Texas Baptist College during Preview Day.

Register today at texasbaptistcollege.com/preview

Kyle and Matt sit down to discuss several ways you and/or your church can serve local schools this year.

Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2018/08/21/12-ways-your-church-can-serve-local-schools/

Sponsor: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary provides theological education that includes both academic challenge and hands-on ministry experience. Wherever God calls, Southwestern Seminary will help you get there. And the best way to experience Southwestern is to attend Preview Day on October 20.

See first-hand all that Southwestern Seminary has to offer. During your visit, you'll tour the campus, meet faculty members, chat with current students, and experience the unique campus community of Southwestern Seminary.

Register today at swbts.edu/preview

Kyle and Matt get together to talk about a few ways you can hurt your pastor. You read that right. Wanna run him off? Get him to quit? Make his life miserable? Then do these five things.

Article: https://churchanswers.com/blog/five-ways-to-hurt-your-pastor-deeply/

Sponsor: Texas Baptist College

If you're looking for trustworthy Christian higher education that equips you to think biblically, reason truthfully, and share God's Word effectively, Texas Baptist College is the place for you. TBC is a Christ-centered, Scripturally grounded, and student-focused school dedicated to preparing students to serve wherever God calls them. The best way to experience TBC is to attend their Fall Preview Day on October 20.

Tour the campus, meet faculty members, chat with fellow students, and experience the unique campus community of Texas Baptist College during Preview Day.

Register today at texasbaptistcollege.com/preview

Kyle and Matt celebrate their 300th episode with a doozy––a chat about music styles and music preferences in churches.

Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/replant-reality-dont-ask-us-to-change-the-music-style/

Sponsor: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary provides theological education that includes both academic challenge and hands-on ministry experience. Wherever God calls, Southwestern Seminary will help you get there. And the best way to experience Southwestern is to attend Preview Day on October 20.

See first-hand all that Southwestern Seminary has to offer. During your visit, you'll tour the campus, meet faculty members, chat with current students, and experience the unique campus community of Southwestern Seminary.

Register today at swbts.edu/preview

Kyle and Matt sit down with Mark Dance to talk about finishing well in the ministry. Don't miss this!

Book: https://amzn.to/43knxiU

#Ad: As a Christ-follower, you are called to obey the Great Commandment, and you are called to pursue the Great Commission. Southwestern Seminary will encourage you to love God with all you are, and will equip you to serve God wherever He calls. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have decades of experience, Southwestern Seminary will equip you to live your calling.

This seminary is grace filled, Christ centered, scripturally grounded, confessionally guided, student focused, and globally engaged.

Learn more about Southwestern Seminary's core values at swbts.edu/corevalues.

Kyle sits down with Dan Hurst, the most interesting Baptist in the world! Join us to get to know this pastor and award-winning voice actor!

As a Christ-follower, you are called to obey the Great Commandment, and you are called to pursue the Great Commission. Southwestern Seminary will encourage you to love God with all you are, and will equip you to serve God wherever He calls. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have decades of experience, Southwestern Seminary will equip you to live your calling.

This seminary is grace filled, Christ centered, scripturally grounded, confessionally guided, student focused, and globally engaged.

Learn more about Southwestern Seminary's core values at swbts.edu/corevalues.

Kyle was in the US, Matt was in the...what is Puerto Rico again? Well, while on mission trip to the island, he interviewed Javier Vargas of Adoptando, a mission of Send Relief.

Adoptando: https://www.adoptandoministries.org

As a Christ-follower, you are called to obey the Great Commandment, and you are called to pursue the Great Commission. Southwestern Seminary will encourage you to love God with all you are, and will equip you to serve God wherever He calls. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have decades of experience, Southwestern Seminary will equip you to live your calling.

“This seminary is grace filled, Christ centered, scripturally grounded, confessionally guided, student focused, and globally engaged.

“Learn more about Southwestern Seminary's core values at swbts.edu/corevalues.

Kyle is tied up, but Matt was in Puerto Rico with Cameron Crow, the new student pastor of FBC Farmersville, for a mission trip––which made for a great opportunity to talk through his approach to student ministry.

For ministry training that prioritizes both the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, we would encourage you to consider Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Southwestern Seminary equips students in living their calling, seeking to glorify God through Christ-centered education that encourages academic excellence and faithful ministry preparation.

They are grace filled, Christ centered, scripturally grounded, confessionally guided, student focused, and globally engaged.

Learn more about Southwestern Seminary's recently reaffirmed core values at swbts.edu/corevalues.