Podcast and Videos

In his new book, Rescued, Dr. Bryan Samms tells the story of his family’s four adoptions, revealing how God's hand was at work in every step of their journey. You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more...

A conversation with Bryan Samms, Mike Lester, Nate Skelly, and Luke Clayton for a crossover episode of the Church Advance, Worldview, and Financial Pathway podcasts. In a world filled with digital distractions, how do we build real, lasting...

Stop searching for the magic curriculum! True relational discipleship is life-on-life investment. It requires intentionality and learning how to cultivate natural spiritual conversations in a safe environment. You can connect with Mike at...

Are you measuring spiritual success with a stopwatch? True spiritual formation is discipleship beyond the stopwatch, rooted in authentic mentoring, not a race. We must fight the temptation of metrics vs maturity and embrace the Holy Spirit's...

The mission of the church is discipleship, rooted in 2 Timothy 2:2. It requires relational discipleship, not curriculum. This life-on-life investment unlocks the power of gospel ministry multiplication.You can connect with Mike at...

We must move past curriculum and embrace life-on-life ministry. Multiplication should be the outcome of healthy New Testament Christianity, not the goal itself. Slow and steady wins.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where...

Discipleship must be identity-based, not activity-based. These relational discipleship principles demand Spirit-led ministry that prioritizes who we are in Christ over what we do.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll...

You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship resources. Learn more about Veritas Baptist College at https://VBC.eduThis podcast is hosted by Dr. Mike Lester and produced by Luke Clayton and the...

We've lost the original punch of discipleship, relegating it to a curriculum instead of a transformative relationship. It's time to reframe the conversation and reorient ourselves back to what Jesus taught.You can connect with Mike at...

Walk with me. That's the core of what discipleship is all about. It's about moving past a simple checklist to a deep and abiding relationship with Christ. This isn't just about programs or memorizing facts; it's about life on life, transformational...

Discipleship has a face. It's not a program or a process; it’s a person-to-person relationship. True spiritual growth begins not with a strategy, but with one step, one name, and a shared life.You can connect with Mike at...

Adam and Esther Fridenstine have faithfully served in Cojutepeque, El Salvador for 12 years. The work God is doing through them is "marvelous in our eyes." He has a strong church, a Christian school, a seminary, and a missions agency. They have...

Jon has an amazing story. He has traveled as an evangelist for six years, planted a church in Seattle, has wrestled with doubts as a pastor as he has tried to help his atheist brother, and has started an apologetic / discipleship ministry called...

Jon has an amazing story. He has traveled as an evangelist for six years, planted a church in Seattle, has wrestled with doubts as a pastor as he has tried to help his atheist brother, and has started an apologetic / discipleship ministry called...

James teaches that pure religion includes caring for the fatherless. The Stones, a pastor/wife team for over 25 years, have fostered over 40 children. His passion - as well as the presentation of the need - is encouraging. Learn how fostering grows...

A person's worldview should be able to answer four basic questions: 1) Where did I come from? 2) Who am I / Why am I here? 3) What's wrong with the world, and 4) What's the solution? Developing a biblical worldview provides excellent answers for...

Apologetics isn't just about debating an atheist in a public place! Apologetics should be taking place in the Christian home. Join the conversation today as Tobi England from West Coast Baptist College gives us practical tips on how to be effective...

Justin and Grace Hayes have been faithfully serving the Lord in Los Hermanos, Spain, a neighboring city to Sevilla. After being denied a second term in Ireland, they changed to this field and have established a solid work in a needy area. In our...

Hear the conclusion of our discussion with Tim Rosen concerning the solution for rooting out materialism.

In part 1 or 2, we interview Tim Rosen. Tim is the author of four books, has a ministry to local churches concerning financial stewardship, is a licensed financial advisor and owner of Financial Compass. Our conversation explores the sources of...

Join us as we follow the journey of a senior pastor who shows a great picture of what God's grace can accomplish through difficult circumstances.

Today, I interview a pastor who has served for the last decade in a town of 300. How does one's theology allow contentment in a smaller work?

If we are going to understand where theology and life intersect - if we are going to truly have a biblical worldview - then we have to have a steady intake of God's Word. Join us today as we see how a small decision made over a decade ago changed...

This trailer shares a glimpse of where this podcast is headed. Let's take the journey together!

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