Bryan and Aaron discuss a radical new strategy for the way their church contributes to the work of the Great Commission.Contact Bryan at pastor@rivercitybaptist.church.Contact Aaron at aaron@rivercitybaptist.church.
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55. Transitioning a Church After 20 Years – Fred Ayers Interview: Part 2
Bryan continues his conversation with Pastor Fred Ayers and how he led his church through major transition.Connect with Fred at his church website, or email him at pastor@wcbaptist.com.Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off next year's Church Advance Conference!...
54. Should I Go Back to School? An Interview with Mike Lester
Bryan has a conversation with Dr. Mike Lester, the Director of Student Services at Veritas Baptist College, about whether or not it's a good idea to continue your education while in ministry.Connect with Mike on Twitter or his blog.Use promo code PODCAST to get...
53. Transitioning a Church After 20 Years – Fred Ayers Interview: Part 1
Bryan has a conversation with Pastor Fred Ayers, who led his church through the transition from being an independent, fundamental Baptist church to a Southern Baptist Church. Get in touch with Pastor Fred Ayers at his church website, or email him at...
52. What I Would Tell Myself Six Years Ago
Bryan gets a little introspective on today's episode, talking about what he might have done differently if he could start pastoring all over again.To contact Bryan, email him at pastor @rivercitybaptist.church.
51. Ministering While Suffering – Noel Cwenar
Bryan discusses how to minister while going through hard times with Pastor Noel Cwenar of the Gospel Light Baptist Church in Rogers, Arkansas.Books from today's episode:Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough by Elmer TownsFast Your Way to Health by J. Harold SmithThe...
50. Jody Jenkins – A Night of Hope
Bryan and Jody Jenkins talk about an exciting new way to reach those in your community that battle depression, anxiety, and PTSD: A Night of Hope.Listen to Bryan's first interview with Jody Jenkins and his story here.To register for RCBC's Night of Hope,...
49. Tommy Thompson – Church Revitalization Part 2
Bryan and Tommy continue to talk about church revitalization and its challenges and rewards.Resources from today's episode:Brian Croft's websiteAdvanced Strategic Planning by Aubrey MalphursBeing Leaders by Aubrey MalphursChurch Unique by Will ManciniSimple...
48. Tommy Thompson – Church Revitalization
Today, Bryan talks with Pastor Tommy Thompson of the Ashburn Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois, about church revitalization.
47. Top 10 Books I’ve Read in 2021
Looking for a book to buy your preacher for Christmas? Look no further! We've got some great ones on today's episode.When Narcissism Comes To ChurchLead - Paul TrippThe Traveler's Gift - Andy AndrewsThe Obesity Code - Jason FungRefresh - Shona and David...
46. Secondary Separation & Theological Triage
On today's episode, Bryan and Aaron discuss the issue of secondary separation and how it relates to theological triage. Doctrinal and ecclesiastical separation has been an issue that has plagued the independent Baptist movement as well as the Southern Baptist...
45. Ministry to People with Mental Health Issues
Bryan and Jody Jenkins talk about the unique and often absent ministry to people struggling with their mental health. Depression, PTSD, and burnout all seem to be much more prevalent today than ever before. Listen along and learn about some practical ways in which you...
44. Gospel Courage – An Interview with Eric Capaci
Pastor Eric Capaci shares his story and the courage it took to lead his church out of the independent, fundamental Baptist movement and transform it into a more biblical model of ministry.If you have any questions about this subject, you can email Bryan Samms at...
43. Practical Thoughts on Evangelistic Meetings
In this episode, Bryan and Jody Jenkins talk about some of the nuts and bolts of having an evangelistic meeting or revival week at your church. They address some issues like:What is the goal of special worship services?When is a special worship service a success?How...
42. The Ministry of a Local Church Evangelist
Bryan sits down with Jody Jenkins and discusses the philosophy of ministry of a local church evangelist. Between the two of them, they have over twenty years of experience in itinerant preaching ministry.
41. Connecting Your Church with Community Organizations – An Interview with Ron Armstrong
On this episode, Bryan interviews Ron Armstrong, the executive director of Sponsored by Grace, a local nonprofit organization that seeks to release children from poverty across America by meeting physical needs, sharing the Gospel, and connecting them with a local...
40. The Church Needs To Get Creative
Bryan continues his discussion with Jody Jenkins and Erik McKay on modern day methods for church outreach.
39. Real Hope Today
Bryan interviews Jody Jenkins about battling depression and how God uses this struggle in the ministry.
38. Information Is Your Currency
Bryan and Aaron interview Richard Moses about event promotion and follow up best practices.
37. What Does Evangelism For Children Look Like To You?
Bryan and Aaron discuss a tweet from Mark Dever about the effectiveness of child evangelism.
36. Bringing the Gospel to Public Schools
Bryan discusses the impact that River City Baptist Church in public school with elementary school principal Michelle Walsh.
35. Effectively Leading Your Church Through A Transition
Bryan talks with Pastor Josh Teis about how to lead a church througha transition.
34. Assimilation: From Visitor to Member
Bryan talks through the steps of how a visitor becomes a member at River City Baptist Church. Watch the episode at www.bryansamms.com
33. Understandest Thou What Thou Readest?
Bryan concludes his bibliology series on Bible translations at River City Baptist Church.
32. The Seven Wonders of the Word
Bryan preaches a sermon on Bible translations to River City Baptist Church.