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See the Big Picture

See the Big Picture

When the path isn't clear, take a step back, see the big picture, and prepare to go forward.You...

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AI in Ministry

We're diving into the controversial topic of AI in ministry, focusing on how we maintain...

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Walk in the Light

Uncertainty doesn't have to mean paralysis. Learn how to identify your fears, gain a new...

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Make and Own the Decision

When the path forward is hidden, the greatest risk is standing still. Learn why decisive action...

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Building a Support Team

No leader leads alone. Who are the ones who pour into you as a leader?You can connect with Mike at...

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Pathways Not Promises

How does a leader share the next step forward? How does he stay with faith-filled optimism rather...

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Identify the Fear

Fear paralyzes; Faith energizes. Learn to identify the fear that is trying to control you.You can...

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Assess the Situation

Step one in understanding the difficulty is to assess the situation correctly. Learn how to avoid...

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Go Forward

Introduction to Season 1 of 2026. Learn how to make biblical decisions as a leader, even when the...

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Discipleship Crossover

A conversation with Bryan Samms, Mike Lester, Nate Skelly, and Luke Clayton for a crossover...

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Discipleship is Our Mission

The mission of the church is discipleship, rooted in 2 Timothy 2:2. It requires relational...

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The Power of Relationships

The most spiritually transformative moments come through a person. These are the friends who walk...

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Steven Montepeque Interview

Our modern world is designed to pull us away from relationship. We need to prioritize face-to-face...

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Matt & Krista Smith Interview

You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship...

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Rethinking Discipleship

We've lost the original punch of discipleship, relegating it to a curriculum instead of a...

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The Walk Starts Here

Discipleship has a face. It's not a program or a process; it’s a person-to-person relationship....

Is the Bible Reliable?

Is the Bible Reliable?

I enjoyed presenting this material at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Spring 2025. We endeavored to...

Why does truth matter?

Why does truth matter?

Why Truth Matters for a Christian: Embracing God's Standard in a World of Uncertainty In a world...

Proofs for the Resurrection

Proofs for the Resurrection

A Guest Post from Tobi England - I'm excited today to introduce a great friend and co-laborer in...

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