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Better Preaching Podcast
Powered by Great Lakes Christian College, the Better Preaching Podcast (BP2) is inspiring a new generation of preachers to embrace the high calling and challenges of writing and delivering biblical, life-changing sermons.
Episodes
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Orpheus Heyward | Let the Text Speak | BP2 Season 2 Episode 19
In this episode of the Better Preaching Podcast, Dr. Frank Weller welcomes back Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward, minister of the Renaissance Church of Christ in…
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Orpheus Heyward | Family With Differences | BP2 Season 2 Episode 18
In this episode of the Better Preaching Podcast, Dr. Frank Weller welcomes Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward, minister of the Renaissance Church of Christ in Atlanta and…
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Great Sermons of the Restoration Movement | Bob Russell | Maximizing Your Preaching Gifts
On this installment of Great Sermons of the Restoration Movement, Bob Russell, longtime senior minister of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky…
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Nate Ross | Blessed are the Undone | BP2 Season 2 Episode 16
Nate Ross returns to the Better Preaching Podcast for a candid conversation about what happens when the metrics look great and the soul does not. Nate shares…
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Nate Ross | Preaching is the Gift; Discipleship is the Goal | BP2 Season 2 Episode 15
Nate Ross joins the Better Preaching Podcast to talk about what happens when we develop preachers but neglect pastors. Nate, founder of Moments to Movements…
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Dave Stone | Transitions and Standing in the Middle | BP2 Season 2 Episode 14
In this follow-up conversation with Dave Stone, we dive deeper into the craft of preaching, specifically, how to develop your authentic voice and master the…
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Dave Stone | Connection Over Content: Pastoral Presence in the Digital Age | BP2 Season 2 Episode 13
In this conversation with Dave Stone, Teaching Pastor at Christ Church of the Valley in Phoenix, we explore what shapes a life devoted to preaching ministry…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 12 – Ron Otto | The Power of Unconditional Love & Truth
Ron Otto returns for a second conversation with Dr. Frank Weller. Ron previews two upcoming sermon series—"The Moon People," on reflecting the light of the…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 11 – Ron Otto | The Nod and the Shock
The conversation covers a range of topics including ministry challenges, preaching to different generations, the impact of long tenures, the Jesus Period…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 10 – Tony Johnson | Redefining Preaching Preparation
Discover how preacher Tony Johnson transforms his approach to sermon preparation, emphasizing authenticity and responsiveness. Learn practical tips on adapting…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 9 – Tony Johnson | How Preachers Can Get Authentic and Effective
In this episode, Tony Johnson shares his journey of evolving his preaching style, emphasizing authenticity, strategic preparation, and connecting deeply with…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 8 – Great Sermons of the Restoration Movement | Jeff Walling
In this episode of Great Sermons of the Restoration Movement, we revisit a message Jeff Walling delivered at the 2006 North American Christian Convention. A…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 7 – Chris VandeLinde | Thicker Skin, Softer Heart, Tighter Lips
In this episode, Dr. Frank Weller welcomes back Chris VandeLinde, lead pastor of Cornerstone Christian Church in Shiloh, Illinois, for a conversation about…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 6 – Chris VandeLinde | Preaching that Shapes Culture
In this episode, Dr. Frank Weller talks with Chris VandeLinde, Lead Pastor of Cornerstone Christian Church in Shiloh, Illinois, about preaching that builds…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 5 – Ben Cachiaras | The Preaching Event
In this episode of the Better Preaching Podcast, Dr. Frank Weller welcomes back Ben Cachiaras, longtime preaching minister at Mountain Christian Church, for a…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 4 – Ben Cachiaras | Called to Preach
How Preaching Turns the Ordinary into the Extraordinary Ever wonder how some preachers make Bible stories jump off the page and jump into our hearts? Well…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 3 – The Better Preaching Prof | Dr. Daniel Overdorf
Today we introduce a new segment to the Better Preaching Podcast. In each Preaching Professor episode I’ll interview a homiletics professor. In this, our first…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 2 – Walter Neuenschwander | Six Weeks Out
Walter Neuenschwander of South Lansing Christian Church returns to unpack the sermon preparation process that keeps him sane and his preaching sharp. He and…
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BP2 Season 2 Episode 1 – Great Sermons of the Restoration Movement | Ben Merold
Preaching at the Lincoln Christian College alumni reunion on March 14, 1985, Ben Merold opened 2 Timothy 1:3-7 to challenge believers toward fearless…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 13 – Walter Neuenschwander | Plowboy to Preacher
Walter Neuenschwander of South Lansing Christian Church shares his unlikely journey from farm kid to preaching minister — including a season of running from…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 12 - Tyler McKenzie | Finding Your Voice
Tyler McKenzie of Northeast Christian Church returns to discuss the nuts and bolts of preaching — from his year-long sermon planning process to tackling…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 11 – Tyler McKenzie | Preaching for Faith Transmission
In this episode of the Better Preaching Podcast, Dr. Frank Weller welcomes Tyler McKenzie, lead pastor at Northeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 10 – Great Sermons of the Restoration Movement | Dave Stone
The 2006 North American Christian Convention saw acapella churches of Christ and instrumental Independent Christian Churches coming together on the 100th…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 9 – Don Wilson | Content & Connection
Dr. Donald J Wilson shares insights on sermon preparation, sermon delivery, and the importance of critique and connection in preaching. He emphasizes the need…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 8 – Dr. Don Wilson | Church Planter & Preacher
Dr. Don Wilson shares his journey from a tiny church in the the wheat fields of Kansas to becoming the preacher of one of America's largest churches and what…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 7 – Danny Cox | Embrace the Grind
In this episode, Pastor Danny Cox covers his sermon preparation process and the attention he gives to rehearsing the sermon. We explore the use of preaching…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 5 – Mark Christian – Sermon Prep & Delivery
The conversation with Mark Christian delves into the joy of sermon preparation and how to approach preaching to different audiences. He emphasizes the…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 3 – Great Sermons of the Restoration Movement | Wayne Smith
In 1977 the 50th anniversary of the North American Christian Convention featured Wayne Smith's sermon on the importance of gospel preaching. Smith contended…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 2 – Patrick Lightfoot | Sermon Prep & Delivery
For Patrick Lightfoot sermon delivery is like unwrapping a gift that he has labored to create. While the work is in the preparation, the payoff comes when he…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 1 – Patrick Lightfoot | Church Planter & Preacher
A decade ago Patrick Lightfoot planted Traverse Christian Church in Windsor, Colorado. In the years since, the congregation has grown to nearly 1,000 people…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 4 – Mark Christian | Called to Preach
Mark Christian is the Senior Minister at Christ's Church of Oronogo in Oronogo, Missouri. For seventeen years he has preached relatable, expository sermons…
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BP2 Season 1 Episode 6 – Danny Cox | Calling and Commitment
The conversation delves into Danny Cox's journey to ministry highlighting the pivotal moments and influential figures that shaped his calling. Danny and Frank…