The LIFETalks Podcast

Pastor Ben is joined by Chris Griggs, pastor of Denver Baptist Church in Denver, NC. When is it ok, and not ok to leave a church? In part two of this conversation, the pastors give practical advice on how to properly leave a church. 

Pastor Ben is joined by Chris Griggs, pastor of Denver Baptist Church in Denver, NC. When is it ok, and not ok to leave a church? The pastors give advice on when and how to leave a church, and when to stay. 

As one of the most mentioned topics by Jesus in the Bible, money should be an essential topic for those with a Christian world view. The pastors talk about how we should approach our finances and the different uses for money in our lives. How do you view money in your household?

 The pastors discuss the ever-present need for volunteers in the church. Serving, burnout, and protecting your volunteers in the church are key discussion points. Are you called to serve the local church? 

Pastor Ben reports on the StudentLIFE mission trip to Germany and the current refugee crisis. What does the Bible say about refugees and how are we loving the refugees in our own country? 

Selecting a school for our children can be frustrating, tiresome and downright controversial. Do we allow our children to be salt and light in the public school sector? Do we ensure they receive a Christian worldview by paying for private education? Or, do we keep all hands on the wheel by going the homeschool route?

 

We live in a generation that disproportionately values celebrity for reasons different than previous generations. What should be our response when Christian leaders fall? 

Few topics are more combustible than engaging in a conversation about the Donald Trump presidency. Pastor Dan explores the space where our political opinion intersects with our faith. 

Pastor Dan is joined by special guest David Phalen, President of the Institute for Biblical Leadership, for a conversation regarding the importance of raising leaders who honor God.  

What do you do if your kids don't like church? Even pastors don't have immunity from this difficult subject!