Host Dr. Josh Ketchum discusses with Dr. Matt Cook, Missions Professor at FHU, current religious demographics. They discuss the Pew Research study, Cooperative Election Study, and the book The Great Dechurching by Jim Davis and Michael Graham.
Apr 16, 2025•38 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Dr. Perry Hardin, missionary and Spanish professor at FHU, on how churches can think through and launch a hispanic outreach effort.
Apr 04, 2025•37 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews FHU alum Dr. Jeremy Weekley on his recent church leadership research on an effective shepherding model. Dr. Weekley is the minister at the West End Church of Christ in Knoxville, TN.
Mar 21, 2025•36 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum discusses with interim minister and longtime located preacher Jerrie Barber the challenges and blessings involved in retiring. This is a thought-provoking discussion on a topic most church leaders will face. How do they handle their retirement from work. What challenges does it bring? How can they use their new-found time in service to the Lord? Jerrie Barber's podcast is Gleaning Mustard Seeds. It can be found wherever you get your podcasts. Here is a link to where it is h...
Mar 14, 2025•31 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Dr. Justin Rogers continues his discussion with Dr. Josh Ketchum on the top ten leadership books. In this second part of the series they count down from 6-10. 6. Crucial Conversations - by Patterson, Grenny, McMillan, and Switzler 7. They Smell Like Sheep - by Lynn Anderson 8. The Culture Code - Daniel Coyle 9. Give and Take - by Adam Grant 10. How to Lead When You're Not in Charge - by Clay Scroggins
Mar 07, 2025•25 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Dean of the College of Bible at FHU Dr. Justin Rogers comes on the podcast to discuss his top ten favorite leadership books. This is a two part series. This episode discusses 1-5. 1. Leadership on the Line by Heifetz and Linsky 2. 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - by Stephen Covey 3. Start with Why - Simon Sinek 4. The Five Dysfunctions of a Team - Patrick Lencioni 5. The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell
Feb 28, 2025•25 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Vice-President T.J. Kirk on how he uses passion in his preaching and leadership. This is an insightful, authentic, and challenging conversation for preachers, teachers, and church leaders to consider.
Feb 21, 2025•28 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum discusses with Dr. Mark Blackwelder the principles from Patrick Lencioni's book, "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team." This is a helpful and challenging discussion for all church leadership teams to consider.
Feb 14, 2025•34 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews and discusses with Dr. Brooks Tiller, an FHU Alumnus, on the pain and challenges of a divorce. They discuss how local church leaders and fellow men can walk with them through this pain and help them to remain faithful to the Lord.
Feb 07, 2025•32 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Kyle Butt who is completing his Doctorate of Ministry at FHU. Kyle shares his research findings from interviews conducted with former members of the Church of Christ who have moved to atheism or agnosticism. The conversation is insightful for church leaders and ministers as we seek to address the doubts of church members in a faithful manner.
Jan 31, 2025•36 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Dr. Neil Richey, a Behavioral Health Professor and longtime minister, on how churches can better understand and minister to anxious people.
Nov 22, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Host Josh Ketchum interviews Robert Hatfield, the minister at the Henderson Church of Christ and director of The Light Network. The Light Network is a family of podcasts in their 11th year. The can be found at thelightnetwork.tv .
Nov 15, 2024•36 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Dr. Justin Rogers, Dean of the College of Bible at FHU, on the importance of vulnerability as a Christian leader.
Oct 25, 2024•30 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Dr. Cook, a Bible and Missions Professor at FHU, joins the show today to discuss questions mission trip planners should ask in planning and developing their campaign.
Oct 18, 2024•29 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Dr. Josh Ketchum discusses how to organize and function as church leaders so as to work as a cohesive team together for the work of the Lord.
Oct 04, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 6
In this final discussion Dr. Ketchum, Dr. Deweese, and Dr. Northrop discuss fatherhood. They focus on the role of being a father. Discussing the concepts of intentionality, accountability, and mentoring.
Sep 20, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Dr. Joe Deweese and Dr. Jeremy Northrop in this three part series on biblical masculinity. In this second part they discuss how husbands and fathers can prioritize their time spent with family.
Sep 13, 2024•33 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Dr. Joe Deweese and Dr. Jeremy Northrop in this three part series on biblical masculinity. In this first part they discuss the current culture's attack on masculinity and the great need for male leadership.
Sep 06, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 3
FHU President and gospel preacher David Shannon comes on the podcast this week to discuss how to maintain a healthy church body. This episode is insightful, very encouraging, and challenging.
Aug 29, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Dr. Kevin Moore, missions professor at FHU, discusses with host Dr. Josh Ketchum about what to do after the short-term mission campaign.
Aug 23, 2024•33 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Dr. Josh Ketchum introduces this year's church leadership workshop planned for Sept. 27-28th at MSYC.
May 09, 2024•12 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews retiring Bible Professor Dr. David Powell as he retires after 30 years of teaching at FHU. Dr. David Powell is a popular professor and preacher who has spent his life in service to the Lord. In this episode, he reflects on his time at FHU, advice he would give all of his previous students, as well as offering counsel to church leaders and preachers today.
Apr 26, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Host Josh Ketchum interviews FHU Men's Head Basketball Coach Drew Stutts after his NAIA Championship in 2024. They discuss the tournament run, leadership philosophy, culture, and how he motivates his players.
Apr 12, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Dr. Doug Burleson, on understanding Bible versions and their use in a congregational setting.
Mar 22, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Dr. Rick Brumback on how local congregations can assess their current works and develop a congregational vision of work for the future.
Mar 15, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum discusses church leadership and church work with Ben Flatt who has more than 65 years of preaching experience. This is a rich interview filled with wonderful insights.
Mar 08, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Dr. Matt Cook on conducting transformational Bible classes in the local church. Dr. Cook discusses introductions that hook the audience and how to do discussion questions that make the text relevant.
Mar 01, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Dr. Josh Ketchum discusses what makes for effective elders' meetings. This involves the types of meetings and the benefits of having effective meetings.
Feb 23, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Host Dr. Josh Ketchum interviews Dr. Westley Hazel on the importance and practice of family worship. We discuss how to do these and why they are important for the church leader's family.
Feb 16, 2024•31 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Westley Hazel joins host Josh Ketchum to discuss the church leader's personal spiritual life. In a personal and vulnerable conversation Wes challenges leaders to consider their own relationship with the Lord. Wes serves as the preacher for the Forrest Park church of Christ in Valdosta, Georgia.
Feb 09, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 3