Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone

When an adult child comes out as gay or transgender, Christian parents are often caught off guard, grieving and afraid they failed. Rob Jackson, a counselor with Focus on the Family and author of When Grace Meets Conviction, talks with Dave Stone about how parents can love God and their child at the same time, and how churches can lead on the issue without fear. When Grace Meets Conviction: Loving God and Your LGBT Child is Rob's new book from Focus on the Family, answering 100 questions drawn from thousands of calls from parents. Icebergology is Rob's coaching and training ministry for integrating body, mind and spirit: The Pastor Care Line offers support for pastors and their families from fellow pastors and trained counselors Focus on the Family Counseling Services, where Rob serves as a counselor, is on the Get Help page. Alistair Begg on bringing marriage and family into expository preaching despite cultural pressure, in How Pastors Can Defend Marriage and Family. Dr. Juli Slattery on biblical sexual identity, healing from brokenness and leading gospel-centered conversations, in Sex, Sexuality, and Intimacy. Follow Pastor to Pastor Follow The Focused Pastor

In Revelation 2 and 3, Jesus sends a short review to seven first-century churches: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea. Dave Stone walks through each one, the two Jesus commends and the five he corrects, and asks the question the letters still ask every believer: is this where you are? Pastor to Pastor Instagram Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone YouTube Channel Watch Kyle Idleman on comparison in ministry and the true measure of a church's health here Watch Nirup Alphonse urge pastors to move past comfort and shallow growth toward real discipleship here Pastor Care Line Website, or call 1(844) 4-PASTOR This message was shared at Christ's Church of the Valley in Arizona, click here for more!

How do Christians hold biblical convictions in a culture of outrage without becoming one of the loud voices? Mark Batterson, lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C., and author of Not My Circus, talks with Dave Stone about grace and truth, peacemaking and the fame, blame and shame games. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube Pastor Care Line Get Not My Circus Here

A story can reach people that a list of points never will. Alex Kendrick, the filmmaker behind Facing the Giants, Fireproof, Courageous and War Room, talks with Dave Stone about why stories open hearts, how pastors and church media teams can tell better ones, and what God has taught him in more than twenty years of making movies, including Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul. The Pastor Care Line offers support for pastors and their families from fellow pastors and trained counselors: Pastor Care Line - The Focused Pastor Or call 1-844-4-PASTOR (1-844-472-7867). Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul is the Kendrick Brothers' Brazilian reimagining of their first film, in U.S. theaters October 16, with tickets and showtimes: FLYWHEEL: Ignition Of The Soul | Coming To U.S. Theatres October 16 The Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul Bible Study is an eight-week study on what it means for Jesus to be Lord of your life, marriage, parenting and work: Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul: Kendrick, Alex, Kendrick, Stephen, Grifenhagen, Ed: 9780830792900: A… Official trailer: https://youtu.be/lFUG_3OKEyc Follow: Pastor to Pastor: https://linktw.in/fotf-tfp-p2p-instagram The Focused Pastor: https://linktw.in/fotf-tfp-instagra

Burnout rarely shows up overnight, often shows up in the midst of success, and always goes after your soul. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with Mark Neal, founder of Clarity Ministries, to talk about the warning signs that burnout is coming, and the rhythms that can bring you back from it. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Godcaster Website Pastor Care Line Clarity Ministries Mark's Instagram

Something is stirring in Gen Z. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with YWAM Orlando founder Michael Berg to talk about how you can disciple a generation that's hungry for spreading the gospel. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Godcaster Website Youth with a Mission Orlando Website

Offense has become the currency of the modern world, and we, as the Church, are not immune. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with pastor and author Nirup Alphonse to discuss how we should lead in the age of outrage, why Christians are quick to be offended by everything except their own sin, and why joy may be the most subversive weapon we have. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Godcaster Website Nirup's Instagram Nirup's Facebook Defiant Lights (Book)

Great ministries are built and sustained by faithful shepherds who invest in people. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with Jonathan Falwell, Senior Pastor at Thomas Road Baptist Church and Chancellor of Liberty University, to talk about mentoring future leaders, cultivating a pastor's heart, and why he's encouraged by the next generation. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster

Did you know that 70-80% of young people lose their faith after leaving their parental home? It's a staggering number, which is why we need to do something about it. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with Dr. Danny Huerta to discuss why so many young people walk away from their faith, and what parents, and churches, can do to help children build strong, lasting relationships with Christ. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website The Focused Pastor Newsletter Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster Built for Resilience Website

If you're a ministry leader, you're currently shepherding your people through anxious times, and maybe you're quietly carrying fear of your own. Fear not, for this week, host Dave Stone sits down with America's Pastor, Max Lucado, to discuss what the prophet Elijah teaches us about standing firm when the world is shaky. Whether you're leading worried people, or wrestling with your own fears, this conversation will help steady your hand. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Check out Focus Live on Godcaster Unbreakable Courage: Strong Faith in an Age of Anxiety, Chaos, and Exhaustion [book]

Leadership isn't built on talent alone, and if you want your leadership ability to grow, there are five questions you must continually ask yourself. Join us this week as host Dave Stone goes solo to share five essential questions every Christian leader must wrestle with throughout their ministry. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster! Pastor Care Line Website

How do you minister to someone who feels beyond hope? Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with Kristen Jane Anderson for a deeply honest conversation about depression, shame, healing, and the life-changing power of God's grace. Whether you're walking with someone through their darkest season or carrying hidden burdens yourself, this episode offers the encouragement you need. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster! Pastor Care Line Website 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Reaching You Ministries Website Life, In Spite of Me (Book) Photo of Dave and Kristen

Faithfulness, ultimately, is what sustains the life of your ministry. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with pastor Carl Kuhl to discuss church planting, navigating seasons of transition, preaching with greater clarity, and leading with faithfulness. Whether you're planting a church, serving a staff, or leading a ministry, this conversation will encourage you to stay the course of God's calling on your life. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster! Pastor Care Line Website

Have you ever asked yourself the question, "Is my identity wrapped up in what I do, or in who I am in Christ?" This week, join us as host Dave Stone sits down with pastor Tim Harlow to talk about the value of long-term ministry, investing in the next generation, and why our greatest calling is learning to live as children of God. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster! Free Pastor's Getaway Website Tim's Instagram

People often find themselves serving in places that don’t fully align with the gifts God has given them, leaving them feeling out of place or unfulfilled. Yet even in those seasons, God is faithfully leading us to where our gifts can thrive and where we are meant to serve. Join guest Dave Learned as he talks with host Dave Stone about his journey to find belonging in ministry, and how God ultimately led him to discover his place within the church. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster Dave Learned's daughter's video

One of the greatest skills you can develop as a Christian leader is learning to pay attention. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with pastor, author, and birdwatcher Kevin Burrell to learn how birdwatching has shaped how Kevin see's the Lord. Kevin explains how connecting with creation can deepen our understanding of Scripture, expand our preaching illustrations, and cultivate the kind of attentiveness every Christian leader needs. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Kevin's Website Considering Sparrows (Book)

When it comes to sustaining faithful communities, mentoring the next generation of ministry leaders is of vital importance. In the same way, caring for your community is just as important and reflects the heart of ministry. Join host Dave Stone as he talks to guest Ben Cachiaras about how these two efforts cultivate a healthy, thriving church community. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor YouTube The Focused Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Spire Conference Registration Page Spire Network Website The EPICENTER Website

Finding a church home isn't easy, but finding one that loves, accepts, and supports special needs children is even harder. Join author Camille Joy as she chats with host Dave Stone about the challenges of finding a church home that was equipped to take care of her autistic son, and the joy of finding a church that is not only equipped, but wholeheartedly invested in caring for uniquely created individuals. Instagram YouTube Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Moments of Joy Podcast Website Moments of Joy (Book) Camille's Instagram Camille's Facebook Camille's TikTok

How can you lead your ministry and family in a culture that often rejects a biblical worldview? This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with author, theologian, and seminary professor Dr. Andrew T. Walker to discuss Christian engagement in the public square, the importance of faithfulness over personal ambition, and how you can navigate today's cultural challenges. Andrew also discusses his passion for equipping parents to disciple their children before the world does. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor Youtube Pastor to Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources The Bully Pulpit Podcast Website Faithful Reason (Book) What Do I Say When...? (Book) Godcaster Age & Stage To access the Pastoral Care Line, call: 1-844-4-Pastor For additional insight please contact us at pastors@fotf.org We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to connect with us. If you enjoyed listening to Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone, please give us your feedback.

Spiritual depression and anxiety quietly weigh down the majority of ministry leaders as they feel pressure to hold it all together. This week, pastor and author Nate Pickowicz joins host Dave Stone to share his personal battle with the struggles and how they led him to dig deeply into Scripture. Nate offers a grounded, biblical perspective that moves beyond quick fixes to help leaders understand the root of what they're facing and how to faithfully walk through it. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor Youtube Pastor to Pastor Website Pastor to Pastor Free Resources Harvest Bible Church Website Nate's Facebook Nate's Twitter/X To access the Pastoral Care Line, call: 1-844-4-Pastor For additional insight please contact us at pastors@fotf.org We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to connect with us. If you enjoyed listening to Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone, please give us your feedback.