Could reclaiming the practice of catechetical preaching be the key to deeper discipleship and richer congregational life today? In this compelling episode of the Expositors Collective podcast, Pastor Danny Hyde invites listeners to revisit the timeless wisdom of the catechisms—not just as theological documents, but as vibrant, pastoral tools for shaping hearts and anchoring churches in gospel truth. Danny Hyde serves as pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church in California and is the author o...
Jul 01, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 6Ep. 27
What happens when a generation of preachers rises up without mentors? In this energising and deeply personal talk, Rev Raymond L. Bukenya challenges pastors and leaders to take the biblical call to mentoring preachers seriously—for the health of the church today and the sake of gospel clarity tomorrow. Drawing from Scripture, history, and personal experience, Raymond argues that preaching mentorship is not optional—it is essential . He diagnoses why mentoring is often lacking in African church c...
Jun 24, 2025•51 min•Season 6Ep. 26
What does it look like when gospel renewal is forged through suffering and planted in the heart of a global city? In this conversation, Esteban Valenzuela, pastor of Raíces Madrid Evangelical Christian Church , shares his remarkable story of personal transformation, perseverance through false accusation, and the sovereign call of God that led him and his family to Madrid, Spain. Mike Neglia and Esteban talk about the power of gospel renewal — not just as a theological concept, but as a lived rea...
Jun 17, 2025•42 min•Season 6Ep. 25
Before outlining a sermon or opening a commentary, Ed Compean begins with prayer. In this recording from an Expositors Collective training event in Uganda, he offers a grounded and practical walkthrough of sermon preparation that starts with dependence on God and flows toward a faithful final draft. Drawing from years of pastoral ministry, including church planting and leadership training in Kenya, Ed shares the rhythms that shape his weekly approach to preaching. He explains why he handwrites t...
Jun 10, 2025•39 min•Season 6Ep. 24
In this episode, Brian Brodersen joins us to share insights from decades of pastoral ministry, biblical exposition, and spiritual discernment. Now serving as pastor emeritus of Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa , Brian reflects on his transition out of the lead pastor role, and his current ministry leading a Sunday night Bible study through the New Testament - currently in the Book of Acts. This intentional, accessible overview of the New Testament continues to build up believers and equip the next gene...
Jun 03, 2025•53 min•Season 6Ep. 23
In this episode, Mike speaks with Dr Pamela MacRae , Professor of Ministry to Women and Ministry to Victims of Sexual Exploitation at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. With decades of experience in local church ministry and nearly twenty years teaching at Moody, Dr MacRae offers thoughtful insight on how preachers can communicate the Bible with clarity and care - particularly when speaking to congregations that are often more than half women. Pam reflects on the first time she taught the Bible, ...
May 27, 2025•48 min•Season 6Ep. 22
Recorded live in Kampala, Uganda, this episode features a wide-ranging and deeply honest conversation on the practice of church leadership in a variety of contexts. Pastors from Calvary Chapel and Baptist traditions come together to address anonymous audience questions on everything from altar calls to tongues, from tithing to women in ministry, and from spiritual gifts to church planting proximity. With grace, humour, and biblical grounding, panelists explore: When (and why) to invite a public ...
May 20, 2025•44 min•Season 6Ep. 21
What does it look like to prepare and preach the Bible in a way that’s both faithful to the text and reliant on the Holy Spirit? In this panel discussion hosted by Mike Neglia, four experienced Bible teachers – Roy Kasika, Moses Ouni, Zeddie Muzungu, and Brian Kelly – respond to real questions about sermon prep, interpretation, and Spirit-led preaching. Recorded live in September 2024 at Calvary Chapel Kampala, Uganda , this episode is packed with practical wisdom and pastoral encouragement for ...
May 13, 2025•45 min•Season 6Ep. 20
In this engaging conversation, Mike Neglia interviews Shaun about his journey in pastoral ministry, teaching the Bible, and the importance of inductive Bible study. Sean shares candidly about his first teaching experience, transitioning to senior pastor, and his current ministry as a traveling minister. Key Discussion Points: First teaching experience and early ministry challenges Evolution of teaching style and biblical interpretation Importance of application in biblical teaching Unexpected tr...
May 06, 2025•38 min•Season 6Ep. 19
What happens when someone who’s been teaching the Bible for 50 years sits down to talk about gospel clarity, gender dynamics in preaching, and why justification still needs explaining? In this episode, Mike Neglia is joined by Elyse Fitzpatrick—author, speaker, and theologian—for a deeply honest and theologically rich conversation. They discuss the subtle ways a “soft prosperity gospel” sneaks into evangelical preaching, the heartbreaking lack of gospel clarity among many churchgoers, and how ma...
Apr 29, 2025•58 min•Season 6Ep. 18
In this heart-stirring and theologically rich episode, Mike Neglia is joined by theologian, pastor, and author Dr. Sam Storms to discuss his latest book, The Steadfast Love of the Lord: Experiencing the Life-Changing Power of God's Unchanging Affection . Together, they explore the transformative power of divine love, the misconceptions both the world and the church often hold about it, and how pastors can faithfully and fruitfully preach the love of God in ways that stir both head and heart. Sto...
Apr 22, 2025•58 min•Season 6Ep. 17
In this focused and practical message, Brian Kelly shares from his experience as a preacher and church planter on the necessity of clear, intentional sermon outlines. “If you don't have a plan, all you have is a wish,” he says—reminding us that Spirit-empowered preaching still requires thoughtful preparation. Recorded live in Kampala, Uganda, this episode explores how well-structured outlines help preachers deliver the right message to the right people , and why relying solely on emotion or stir...
Apr 15, 2025•32 min•Season 6Ep. 16
How did Charles Spurgeon’s theology of prayer shape one preacher’s lifelong commitment to expositional ministry, personal integrity, and staying rooted in a single congregation? In this conversation, Mike Neglia sits down with Dr. Keeney Dickenson, a seasoned pastor and mentor, to explore the spiritual and pastoral depth that comes from decades of prayer-soaked preaching and long-term faithfulness in one place. From his first sermon at age 17 to a lifetime of week-in, week-out preaching through ...
Apr 08, 2025•48 min•Season 6Ep. 15
Artificial intelligence is already reshaping how some pastors write sermons, lead meetings, and care for people—but what are the theological and ethical boundaries for its use in ministry? In this wide-ranging conversation, Mike Neglia speaks with Dr Paul Hoffman about the promises and perils of AI for preachers and church leaders. Together they explore the difference between narrow and general AI, how it can streamline administrative work, and why it should never replace the Spirit-led work of ...
Apr 01, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 14
Can AI enhance sermon preparation without compromising theological integrity? Mike Neglia and Nick Cady DELVE into the ethics of using AI in Christian ministry, discussing its potential benefits (like editing, condensing, and title generation) and serious dangers (such as inaccuracies, plagiarism, and spiritual shortcuts). Mike shares real-life examples of how he’s used AI—including a misattributed quote from former Irish President Mary McAleese —while Nick warns against letting AI replace perso...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 13
What makes a long-term pastorate successful? How do internships shape future ministers? And what does it look like to grow as a preacher over decades of ministry? In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Rev. Dr. Danny Hyde joins Mike Neglia to talk about his journey in ministry —from an eager young preacher to a seasoned pastor who has mentored over 20 pastoral interns and remained in one pulpit for over 25 years . Danny shares his first-ever sermon experience , his training at We...
Mar 18, 2025•41 min•Season 6Ep. 12
In this episode of Expositors Collective , we are joined by Pastor Zeddie Muzungu, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Kampala and Director of Calvary Chapel Bible College Uganda. Pastor Zeddie has been faithfully pastoring for over ten years, leading efforts to train leaders, plant churches, and build strong Christian families throughout Uganda and East Africa. With years of experience in ministry, he shares his heart for expository preaching and its transformative impact on both preachers and cong...
Mar 11, 2025•23 min•Season 6Ep. 11
Dr Dwain Tissell—preacher, scholar, and teacher—joins Expositors Collective to share insights from his 38 years of pastoral ministry and his deep love for biblical literacy and preaching. Now an adjunct professor at Western Seminary , he teaches courses on Applied Biblical Leadership and C.S. Lewis’s insights on discipleship in a post-Christian world . In this conversation with Mike Neglia, Dwain reflects on his early preaching experiences, the importance of confident humility in the pulpit, and...
Mar 04, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 10
How can local churches train their people to study and apply God’s Word with confidence? In this episode of The Expositors Collective Podcast , Matt Pettit , executive pastor at White Fields Calvary in Alberta, Canada , joins Mike Neglia to discuss the power of the Inductive Bible Study method and how churches can equip believers to grow deeper in Scripture. Matt has a diverse ministry background —serving as a missionary, general contractor, and now pastor —and was also a classmate of Mike’s at ...
Feb 25, 2025•39 min•Season 6Ep. 9
Justin Thornton packs a LOT of soul-stirring and heart-searching truth into this short and powerful message that he delivered in Indianapolis, Indiana back in October 2023. He speaks about the irreplaceability of a preacher's heart relationship with the Lord, which contains both spontaneity and structure. Justin Thornton is a father of 4 and a husband to Adreanne. He was a church planter and a coach for 16 years and now he is a teaching pastor at a church that meets on the college of TCU in Fort...
Feb 18, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 8
In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Mike Neglia speaks with Trillia Newbell —Bible teacher, author, and Acquisitions and Editorial Director at Moody Publishers —about her journey in teaching the Bible, overcoming self-consciousness in ministry, and the importance of friendship for pastors and Bible teachers. Trillia shares her early experiences of teaching , how she’s grown in confidence, and the ways that Tim Keller’s The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness helped her shift her foc...
Feb 11, 2025•48 min•Season 6Ep. 7
In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Mike Neglia is joined by Roberto Gazga, a hospice chaplain, lay preacher at Christ the King Reformed Baptist Church in Niles, Illinois, and host of the Urban Puritano podcast. Roberto is the author of Christ's Scope and Scepter: His Word, His World and is currently working on his forthcoming book, How to Preach Like a Puritan . Together, they explore Roberto’s journey into expository preaching, his theological evolution, and the unique persp...
Feb 04, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 6
In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast, Mike Neglia speaks with Dr. Wayne Baxter, Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek at Heritage College & Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario. With a Ph.D. in Early Christianity from McMaster University and an M.Div. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Wayne combines academic expertise with years of pastoral experience, having served churches in Windsor, Ottawa, and Toronto. He’s the author of several books, including Preparing Serm...
Jan 28, 2025•44 min•Season 6Ep. 5
This week we have a powerful and practical message from Tim Chaddick, Pastor for Preaching at Reality Ventura and a frequent speaker and mentor with Expositors Collective. Recorded live at a preacher training event in Indianapolis, Indiana, this teaching is concise, impactful, and brimming with honest and insightful wisdom. Tim encourages preachers to prioritise their reading, plan their rhythms, and practise their rules to cultivate personal spiritual health, relational well-being, and clarity ...
Jan 21, 2025•26 min•Season 6Ep. 4
In this episode of the Expositors Collective , Dan Hamel offers valuable insights into homiletics and the art of preaching. Recorded at The Creek, Indianapolis this discussion highlights Dan’s thoughtful approach to sermon preparation, delivery, and connecting with audiences in meaningful ways. Dan begins by reflecting on the nature of preaching as an art form, drawing inspiration from a visit to the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. He recounts how a guide’s explanation of Van Gogh’s Cypre...
Jan 14, 2025•29 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Episode Summary: In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , we feature a compelling message from Bryan Stupar on the vital role of mentorship in ministry and life. Drawing from his deep well of pastoral experience and biblical understanding, Bryan illustrates the importance of older generations investing in the younger. He weaves together biblical examples—including the ultimate model of Jesus—and classical wisdom from Homer’s Odyssey to provide a rich, multidimensional perspective o...
Jan 07, 2025•24 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Should preachers use the humble "we" or the personalised "you" when speaking to their congregations? Should busy leaders take breakfast meetings? Should sermon preparation nourish the soul of the pastor? Carey Nieuwhof answers these questions and more in this captivating and compelling conversation with Mike. We'll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at a yet-to-be-preached sermon and learn how to get time, energy and priorities working in your favour. Here's the link to the January 21st sermon on l...
Dec 31, 2024•48 min•Season 6Ep. 1
In this rebroadcast of a classic episode (from September of 2022) of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Dr. Bryan Chapell joins Mike to discuss the vital role of pastoral care and the irreplaceable power of love in pastoral ministry. Dr. Chapell is an internationally recognized preacher, teacher, and author who currently leads the Administrative Committee of the Presbyterian Church in America. He serves as Pastor Emeritus of the historic Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria, Illinois, and Presid...
Dec 26, 2024•48 min•Season 5Ep. 52
Gospel Sanity in a World Gone Mad – This is what Ray Ortlund Jr. aims to offer to the next generation of pastors and leaders. In this conversation with Mike, he discusses the profound value of remembering his own mortality, the importance of gathering and "gospelling" young men, and the encouragement that Christ Himself is preaching through us as we exposit the Word. Ray also shares insights from his latest book, co-authored with Sam Allberry, You're Not Crazy - Gospel Sanity for Weary Churches ...
Dec 17, 2024•45 min•Season 5Ep. 51
Dr Alan Stoddard explores the creation of an exegetical sermon outline and its transformation into a preaching outline, offering key insights to enrich your personal study and public speaking. His message includes valuable lessons from his time at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary under the late Haddon Robinson, along with effective strategies for introductions and applications. This recording was made at our 2023 training event hosted at The Creek Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. Alan has a p...
Dec 10, 2024•23 min•Season 5Ep. 50
