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Episode 242: Micah's Rant on Older Pastors views on Mental Health
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On this episode of the Scott Stedman podcast, Micah takes over the show, reads a quote, and comments about therapy being a substitute for repentance. Scott and Micah weigh in on the topic of mental health and spirituality and why it is okay that therapists, who are Christians, are not overtly spiritual in the counseling room. The Scott Stedman Podc…
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Episode 241: Tension between Pastor's kids and their Parents
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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss some of the tensions that pastors' kids have with their parents. We look at cases from the pressures to perform in ministry, to hypocrisy and even how some PKs no longer attend church. Scott even talks about some of his concerns about raising his kids, as a pastor, on maintaining a good healthy relationship …
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Episode 240: Scott Preaching for the First Time in a Long Time
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In this episode, Micah interviews Scott as he preached a sermon last Sunday, the first in a long time. Scott talks about his experience and feelings and advises anyone else who may have been a lead pastor but has not preached in a while and is returning to preparing a sermon. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners.…
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Episode 239: How to properly engage youth through social media.
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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss how church leaders interact with teens in their youth group. We discuss whether youth leaders engage with students through social media, which apps to use, and some guidelines for protection for both student and leader. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listen…
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238: How should Christians respond to the Trump Assassination Attempt?
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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss our reactions to the Trump Assassination in Butler, Pa. We also look at what other churches, pastors, and other Christians have responded to it, and the implications of how it shapes our faith development and witness. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listener…
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Episode 237: Interview with Jordan West
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In this episode, Scott and Micah interview Jordan West, a Worship leader at North Park Church in Meridian Mississippi. Jordan shares his calling to ministry, the highs and lows of his ministry journey, and his experience of leading worship in various sizes of churches. We also discuss the joys and challenges of leading worship in small, mid-size, o…
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Episode 236: Is Full Time Ministry a viable Career?
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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss if Full-Time Ministry is a variable option as a career. We discuss the changes within church culture that make it hard for new ministers to find full-time work, the pay structure for most mid-size to small churches, and how denominational support from the national and state levels can help or harm the growth…
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Episode 235: Are Summer Camps Needed More than Ever?
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Every Year a handful of summer camps from across the United States close down for good. Scott and Micah discuss the value of summer camps in a digital, high-consumption world and their importance in shaping leadership values in children and teens. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listeners like Patt…
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Episode 234: Navigating Design Flaws in Church Buildings
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Have you ever looked inside a church and realized there was a flaw in its architecture? As a church leader, have you tried to do a remodel or campaign and realized there are many more structural problems to deal with than first conceived? In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss from their experience some design flaws they have dealt with, and the …
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Episode 233: Navigating Various Youth Participants
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As our society continues to capture our attention, it can be difficult for youth workers to have every youth participant be at every youth event. Sometimes it can become annoying as the pressure to have a visible and vibrant youth group becomes a source of contention with the congregation and leadership. Scott and Micah explore the pressures and ho…
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Episode 232: Leadership Transitions - When it is time to Transition?
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In this second episode on leadership transitions, Scott and Micah discuss when it is time for leaders to think about transitioning out of their ministry context. When most church leaders are ready to transition, it is usually too late and the after-effects can be divisive. We explore the intricate details and share our Stories Gone Wild! The Scott …
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Episode 231: Leadership Transition: Carelessness
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In this two-part episode, Scott and Micah discuss the topic of carelessness when it comes to leadership transitions. Most people can identify some of the big reasons leadership transitions fail, but what about the small moments that can have major consequences? We explore the minute details and share our Stories Gone Wild! The Scott Stedman Podcast…
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Have you ever participated in a service where the Pastor said the service is being "led by the Holy Spirit"? As a church leader have you walked up to the pulpit on Sunday Morning and felt the Holy Spirit lead you in a different direction? On this episode, Micah and Scott discuss the moments when the Holy Spirit took control of the services we were …
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Episode 229: Discussions on the UMCGA 2020
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Last week the UMC had their 2020 General Conference and made some big decisions from their stance on racism to church practices with the LGBTQIA community. Scott and Micah will discuss some of those decisions and how the rest of the Christian world has responded. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank lis…
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Episode 228: Why Churches collect junk and How to get rid of it.
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If you had attended a church regularly, you would begin to notice that some things are out of place or that a specific area collects all of the "church junk." In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the reasons why churches accumulate random junk, and how to be good stewards when trying to get rid of it. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible …
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Episode 227: Our response to the COG General Director Update
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Monday, April 15th, 2024. Pastors in the Church of God movement were updated on the General Director search. In 2023, the Ministries Council sent out a survey to Church leaders to help them figure out the pulse of the movement as the search committee looks for the next General Director. The results from that letter give insight into the mindset, vi…
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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the use of AI in ministry and how it can be misused or used in ways that can benefit the church. Plus we share our Stories Gone Wild, and Micah announces that he and his wife are having a baby. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listeners like Patty and Scott w…
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Episode 225: TD Jakes Scandal and Why Pastor's cannot come clean.
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In this episode, We take a look at the scandal that is surrounding T.D. Jakes from when it broke in December of 2023, to how Sean Combs had reignited the investigation. We also look at church leaders, who may be struggling or hiding secret sins, and why they can not come clean and confess their sins to others. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made poss…
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Episode 224: Why people have not come back to Church Post-Pandemic
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In this episode, Micah and Scott look at a Christianity Today article and some of the reasons why people, who used to attend church, are no longer attending. We dissect the article and look at some of the reasons listed, debate if church leaders are at fault for the lack of attendance, and what the church landscape has looked like four years after …
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Episode 223: Crazy things Church Leaders Say
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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss some of the odd things people in church leadership say from pastors to church consultants. We look at some of the fallacies that come with such sayings and how they ripple effect on church members. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listeners like Patty and Sco…
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Episode 222: Micah's Mental Health Journey & How the Church can care for those with Mental Health
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In this episode, Micah shares his mental health journey and the changes that have happened since he started to seek help a few years ago. We also discuss the stigma that comes with mental health and how the church can help people who are dealing with a mental illness, regardless of diagnosis. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support fr…
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Episode 221: Discipleing Teenagers
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On this episode of the Scott Stedman Podcast, Scott and Micah discuss the challenges and ways pastors try to disciple teenagers. We discuss the digital age, and different generational views, and try to find a balance to engaging teens in a church setting. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listeners l…
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Episode 220: Making an impression on your first time church visitors
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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss our experiences as first-time visitors at a church and offer some sound advice on how your church can make a lasting impression on your church visitors so that they can become lasting members. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listeners like Patty and Scott wh…
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Episode 219: Reflections on the Indiana Ministries Article on Deconstruction
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On February 19, 2024, the General Director of Indiana Ministries, Jeff Matas, wrote an article on deconstruction. Scott and Micah discuss the topic of deconstruction in light of the article and debate whether deconstruction is just another way of doing theology. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank list…
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Episode 218: Reflections on the CHOG Townhall - February 15th.
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In this episode, Scott and Micah reflect on the recent Town Hall presentation on February 15th, 2024. We discussed our initial thoughts and break down our take on each question asked during this presentation. The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listeners like Patty and Scott whose support goes to this …
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