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Episode 60: How to Care for the Needy

In this episode, Hershael York walks through how a church can go about planning a benevolence ministry. How does a church care for the needy well, and in a balanced fashion?

Episode 59: How to Respond When You Disappoint Others

In this episode, Hershael York talks about how leaders and pastors need to be honest about their mistakes and shortcomings.

Episode 58: How to Respond to People that Disappoint You

In this episode, Hershael York talks about how to respond to hurt within a church setting.

Episode 57: How to Talk to a Church Search Committee

In this episode, Hershael York talks about what to pay attention to, and what questions to ask when being interviewed by a search committee.

Episode 56: How to Manage Church Staff Relations

In this episode, Hershael York discusses how best a lead pastor can serve the church staff members.

How Can We Make Decisions and Know God’s Will?

Rather than considering what makes us the happiest, is the easiest, or is the most comfortable, Christians must desire and pursue what pleases Christ.

Episode 55: What Does a Successful Church Look like

In this episode, Hershael York discusses the purpose and importance of a church body.

Episode 54: Guarding Against Pornography

In this episode, Hershael York talks about individuals recovering from porn addiction and the dangers of allowing it to grow.

Episode 53: What Types of Books Should I be Reading?

In this episode, Hershael York talks about how reading books broadens your mind and your heart.

Episode 52: Permanent Disqualifications from Pastoral Ministry

In this episode, Hershael York talks about the process of redemption and repentance within ministry.

Episode 51: Should a Pastor Observe the Billy Graham Rule?

In this episode, Hershael York talks about shepherding women in the congregation by creating appropriate safeguards.

Episode 50: A Pastor-Led Church vs an Elder-Led Church

In this episode, Hershael York talks about different church structures and what best suits a body of believers.

How the Manger Mocks Death

Christ’s treading over death turned the once feared enemy into an object of jeering. As Christ rose from the dead, so every dying believer, in their resurrection, proclaims his overwhelming victory.

Episode 49: How Long Should You Spend on Sermon Prep?

In this episode, Hershael York talks about how pastors in various circumstances can best prepare for sermons while using the time they have efficiently.

Episode 48: How to Prevent Burnout in Ministry

In this episode, Hershael York talks about the importance of rest and taking care of oneself while actively doing ministry.

Episode 47: Invitations at the End of Sermons

In this episode, Hershael York talks about how to incorporate a gospel invitation into each sermon without manipulating a congregation.

Pastor, Don’t Forget to Add Personal Evangelism to Your Crazy Schedule

I have never seen a church with a culture of evangelism who didn’t also have a pastor passionately and actively engaged in evangelism.

Episode 46: Expectations of a Pastor’s Wife

In this episode, Hershael York discusses the important role a Pastor’s wife plays in supporting a ministry.