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Leading Simple with Rusty George

Have a question for Rusty? Want to hear his answer to questions that other people have asked? Listen in on Rusty's weekly podcast where he answers the questions you have. Rusty George is the Lead Pastor for Real Life Church in Valencia, CA.
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PastorServe Founder Jimmy Dodd Makes Supporting Your Pastor Simple | SF6:EP11

In this episode of Simple Faith , host Rusty George sits down with Jimmy Dodd — author, speaker, and founder of PastorServe — to talk about something every churchgoer needs to hear: how to support your pastor well. With decades of experience walking alongside ministry leaders, Jimmy shares powerful insights into the challenges pastors face and how simple acts of encouragement can make a lasting impact. You’ll hear about the mission of PastorServe, stories from the front lines of pastoral care, a...

Jul 02, 202541 min

Dave Dummitt Makes Knowing What Criticism to Listen to Simple | SF6:EP10

In this insightful episode of Simple Faith , Pastor Rusty George is joined by Dave Dummitt, an innovative church leader and former Senior Pastor of Willow Creek Community Church. With decades of experience leading thriving churches like 2|42 Community Church—one of the fastest-growing in the country—Dave brings a wealth of wisdom to the conversation. Together, Rusty and Dave dive into a topic every leader, pastor, and believer grapples with: criticism . In a world full of opinions, how do we kno...

Jun 25, 202548 min

Monday Minute | June 23rd

The June 23rd Monday Minute is here! This week at Church360, we begin a new series called "Money Talks." Tune in during an extra minute of your day to listen to some thoughts that didn't make it into the message!

Jun 23, 202551 sec

Annie F. Downs Makes Reading the Gospels Simple | SF:6 EP:9

In this episode of Simple Faith , Rusty George sits down with the ever-inspiring Annie F. Downs—New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and host of the wildly popular That Sounds Fun podcast. With her signature warmth and authenticity, Annie shares how reading the Gospels doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Together, they explore practical ways to connect with Jesus through Scripture, what it looks like to read the Bible with fresh eyes, and how to find joy in simple spiritual rhythms. Whethe...

Jun 18, 202547 min

Monday Minute | June 16th

Happy Monday! The June 16th Monday Minute is here! Tune in to hear some encouragement inspired by this week’s sermon at Church360.

Jun 16, 202554 sec

How 12 Step Groups Make Faith Simple | Part 2 with John Ortberg

Part Two with John Ortberg is here! In this episode of Simple Faith , Rusty George sits down with bestselling author and pastor John Ortberg to explore practical, meaningful ways to connect with God in everyday life. Known for The Life You’ve Always Wanted and Soul Keeping , John shares insights on slowing down, noticing God’s presence, and simplifying your spiritual journey. Tune in to hear them wrap up their conversation!

Jun 11, 202538 min

Monday Minute | June 9th

The June 9th Monday Minute is here! Tune in to hear some thoughts and wisdom that didn't make it into the Sunday sermon.

Jun 09, 20251 min

Finding Simple Ways to Connect with God | Part 1 with John Ortberg

In this episode of Simple Faith , Rusty George sits down with bestselling author and pastor John Ortberg to explore practical, meaningful ways to connect with God in everyday life. Known for The Life You’ve Always Wanted and Soul Keeping , John shares insights on slowing down, noticing God’s presence, and simplifying your spiritual journey. Don’t miss Part 1 of this encouraging conversation.

Jun 04, 202529 min

Monday Minute | June 2nd

Tune in to this weeks’ Monday Minute! This week, Bryan Mrazek adds some key points to his message from this Sunday in a simple one minute video! Listen in on your drive home from work or to pickup the kids!

Jun 02, 202549 sec

A Former Muslim Recounts His Conversion to Christianity | SF6:EP7

In this powerful episode of Simple Faith , Rusty George sits down with Zia Hassan, a former Sunni Muslim born in Pakistan who spent over five decades faithfully practicing Islam. After moving to the United States in the early 1980s and building a successful life as a restaurant executive, husband, and father, Zia experienced a profound transformation in 2004—one that would lead him to explore the Christian faith of his ancestors. Zia shares his remarkable story of how a life-changing moment spar...

May 28, 202555 min

Relational Apologetics: What If The Relationship Gets Hard? - A Simple Faith Special Series

Sustaining Relational Apologetics: The Long View of Influence In the grand finale of the five-part journey into Relational Apologetics on the Simple Faith Podcast, host Rusty George looks into how to sustain a relational approach to faith as a way of life. He recaps the series' highlights, emphasizing building genuine human connections, listening with empathy, and creating a loving community. Through personal stories and practical advice, Rusty illustrates that true faith isn't built on winning ...

May 21, 202514 min

Relational Apologetics: How Do I Answer Their Questions? - A Simple Faith Special Series

Navigating Objections & Questions Join Rusty George in episode four of the 'Relational Apologetics' series as he delves into the challenges of objections and difficult questions in relational apologetics. This episode shows the importance of viewing objections as opportunities for deeper engagement rather than signs of rejection. Rusty highlights strategies such as empathetic listening, asking clarifying questions, and building personal connections to foster meaningful conversations about fa...

May 14, 202513 min

Relational Apologetics: Telling Stories - A Simple Faith Special Series

Building Bridges: Finding Common Ground in Relational Apologetics In this episode of Simple Faith, host Rusty George discusses the vital role of finding common ground in a diverse world as part of relational apologetics. Key points include the significance of shared human longings, bridging cultural and political divides, and using pop culture references for meaningful discussions. Rusty emphasizes the importance of listening, understanding other perspectives, and sharing personal faith stories ...

May 07, 202516 min

Monday Minute | May 5th

Tune in to this week’s Monday Minute with Rusty! Have a minute of free time on your drive? Listen in for some encouragement!

May 05, 20251 min

Relational Apologetics: Hearing The Heart - A Simple Faith Special Series

Developing the Empathetic Ear: Listening with Heart in Relational Apologetics In this episode of Simple Faith, host Rusty George delves into the second installment of a five-part miniseries on relational apologetics. This episode emphasizes the importance of developing the empathetic ear, learning to truly hear the heart behind people's questions and objections about faith. Rusty and his guests explore stories and practical strategies for effective listening, including the wisdom of Jesus' inter...

Apr 30, 202520 min

YOU ASKED FOR IT | How Can We Trust the Resurrection?

Listen in to Week One of our new series, "You Asked for It" where we answer questions YOU have asked! This week, tune in as we answer the question, "How can we trust the resurrection?". Join us as we hear from guest speaker J. Warner Wallace, a cold case detective who sought to disprove Christianity but instead did just the opposite. This is a week you don't want to miss!

Apr 29, 202529 min

Relational Apologetics - A Simple Faith Special Series

Relational Apologetics: Connecting Through Community In this special five-part series from Simple Faith, we explore the concept of relational apologetics as an alternative to traditional approaches that can feel argumentative and challenging. Rusty George discusses how genuine human connection and community can make sharing your faith more approachable and effective. By examining historical and modern methods of evangelism, featuring insights from experts, and sharing real-life examples, this se...

Apr 23, 202517 min

Monday Minute | April 21st

The weekly Monday Minute is here! Tune in to hear some encouragement from Rusty as you begin your week!

Apr 21, 20251 min

Pray On The Way | EASTER SUNDAY

Happy Easter! He is Risen! Got an extra minute while driving to work or dropping the kids off at school? Join us for day 8 of “Pray On The Way to Easter” as we begin each morning with a prayer going into this upcoming Easter Sunday.

Apr 20, 20251 min

Pray On The Way | EASTER DAY 7

Got an extra minute while driving to work or dropping the kids off at school? Join us for day 7 of “Pray On The Way to Easter” as we begin each morning with a prayer going into this upcoming Easter Sunday.

Apr 19, 20251 min

Pray On The Way | EASTER DAY 6

Got an extra minute while driving to work or dropping the kids off at school? Join us for day 6 of “Pray On The Way to Easter” as we begin each morning with a prayer going into this upcoming Easter Sunday.

Apr 18, 20251 min

Pray On The Way | EASTER DAY 5

Got an extra minute while driving to work or dropping the kids off at school? Join us for day 5 of “Pray On The Way to Easter” as we begin each morning with a prayer going into this upcoming Easter Sunday.

Apr 17, 20251 min

Pray On The Way | EASTER DAY 4

Got an extra minute while driving to work or dropping the kids off at school? Join us for day 4 of “Pray On The Way to Easter” as we begin each morning with a prayer going into this upcoming Easter Sunday.

Apr 16, 20251 min

Pray On The Way | EASTER DAY 3

Got an extra minute while driving to work or dropping the kids off at school? Join us for day 3 of “Pray On The Way to Easter” as we begin each morning with a prayer going into this upcoming Easter Sunday.

Apr 15, 20251 min

For God So Loved | WEEK 2

This week at Church360, guest speaker Michael Hinton from Summit Church in Orlando, Florida continues our series “For God So Loved.” Listen in as he dives into what it truly means that Jesus died for us. This is a week you won’t want to miss!

Apr 14, 202537 min

Pray On The Way | EASTER DAY 2

Got an extra minute while driving to work or dropping the kids off at school? Join us for day 2 of “Pray On The Way to Easter” as we begin each morning with a prayer going into this upcoming Easter Sunday.

Apr 14, 20251 min

Pray On The Way | EASTER DAY 1

Got an extra minute while driving to work or dropping the kids off at school? Join us for day 1 of “Pray On The Way to Easter” as we begin each morning with a prayer going into this upcoming Easter Sunday.

Apr 13, 20252 min

Making Organizational Health Simple with Jesse DeYoung | LS6:EP7

In this episode of Leading Simple, host Rusty George sits down with Jesse DeYoung, the Executive Lead Pastor at Flatirons Church in Colorado, to explore the vital topic of organizational health. Together, they discuss how to create a culture of clarity, collaboration, and simplicity within any organization. Jesse shares practical insights from his experience leading one of the largest churches in the country, offering wisdom on building healthy teams, fostering effective communication, and makin...

Apr 09, 202539 min

For God So Loved | WEEK 1

This week at Church360, guest speaker Mike Breaux kicks off our new series “For God so Loved.” Join us as we explore what it looks like to accept that we are loved by a God who desires to be in our lives. Watch more @Church360 on YouTube!

Apr 08, 202539 min
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