In this episode, Larry Witzel stresses that innovation in ministry isn’t optional—it’s essential. He explains what true innovation looks like, the challenges leaders face, and why failure is part of the process. He urges leaders to embrace their purpose and create a culture where bold, Spirit-led innovation can thrive. Episode sponsor: Seminars Unlimited The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Silver Spring, MD - April 12-15, 2026....
Jul 14, 2025•49 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this episode, Joanne Cortes shares how she overcame fears around making baptism appeals, highlights the power of authentic invitations, and offers creative ways to reach the community. Joanne encourages listeners to share their stories and keep inviting others to experience Jesus' love. Episode sponsor: Forecasting Hope The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Silver Spring, MD - April 12-15, 2026....
Jun 12, 2025•40 min•Season 3Ep. 3
David Klinedinst shares how his love for basketball grew into a deeper passion for people and evangelism. He highlights the need for a heart for the lost and urges listeners to build relationships and reflect Jesus’ compassion in their communities. Episode sponsor: EvangeLead The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Silver Spring, MD - April 12-15, 2026.
May 26, 2025•48 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Dr. Jose Cortes Jr. explains the state of the church in North America, emphasizing the importance of community, discipleship, and church growth. Jose highlights the significance of baptism as the birth of disciples and the need for church planting to reach more people. He encourages a culture of grace within the church and the involvement of volunteer lay pastors in ministry. Episode sponsor: AdventSource The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Silver Spring, MD - April 12-15, 2026....
May 12, 2025•52 min•Season 3Ep. 1
John Freedman explores the challenges of evangelism and the faith needed to overcome them. Drawing from Jesus calming the storm, he connects ministry fears with God’s power. He highlights the Holy Spirit’s role in outreach and introduces the Pentecost 2025 initiative to renew evangelistic passion. Episode Sponsor: AdventSource The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025....
Apr 13, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Bill McClendon highlights the importance of evangelism in today’s church. He expresses the need for passion and the importance of staying committed. His message encourages church leaders to keep pushing forward, knowing God works through those who are passionate about His mission. Episode Sponsor: Pacific Press Additional church materials: Adventist Book Center The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025....
Apr 06, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Byron Corbett shares a powerful message about using time wisely for God’s kingdom. With personal stories and insights from Colossians, he encourages listeners to pray, preach, and let go of distractions. It’s a reminder to reach the lost while there’s still time. Episode Sponsor: AdventSource The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025....
Mar 31, 2025•55 min•Season 2Ep. 32
In this special episode, we’re featuring three Propel Original documentaries—powerful stories of pastors making a difference for God’s kingdom. Hear how Pastor Daniel Bennett builds relationships through everyday conversations, Dr. Barry Taylor shares insights on pastoral coaching and deep listening, and Pastor Dan Cole leads a united evangelistic effort across multiple churches. Episode Sponsor: SermonView The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025....
Mar 17, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Ernesto Hernandez explores how AI is shaping ministry, especially for pastors, highlighting its impact on the church and its practical uses in media production and research. He delves into the ethics of AI, emphasizing the need for education to maximize its potential in ministry. Looking ahead, he discusses AI’s growing role across professions and advocates for a broader understanding of its influence beyond the church. Episode Sponsor: Islam & Christianity The Propel Church Growth Conferenc...
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 30
In this presentation, Luci shares how trust and strong relationships are essential for a healthy church community. She introduces Interest Tracker, a simple tool that helps churches stay organized and connect with people. The software makes it easy to track decisions, manage contacts, and follow up with individuals. It also gives leaders a clear view of what’s happening in their church. Luci encourages everyone to try it out and experience the transformation of your church’s outreach. Episode Sp...
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 29
In my presentation, I explain how to use digital tools to build meaningful, in-person connections in church communities. There are a lot of digital marketing tactics here, as I cover marketing funnels, social media, targeted ads, and follow-up strategies while highlighting the success stories of pastors who’ve grown their churches and strengthened connections through these methods. Episode Sponsor: North Pacific Union The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 28
In this presentation, Cyndi Keiser shares her faith journey and explains how Nehemiah's story inspires restoration. She highlights Isaiah 58 as a guide for ministry and talks about combining medical work with sharing the gospel for a complete approach to healing. Cyndi encourages a renewed focus on serving others, especially on the Sabbath, and calls listeners to be modern-day Nehemiahs, helping repair brokenness in their communities. Episode Sponsor: Adventist Learning Community The Propel Chur...
Jan 20, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Byron Corbett discusses modernizing public evangelism to engage younger audiences, tackle short attention spans, and adapt post-COVID. He introduces the 'Promise Prophecies' series with concise, relational messages and podcasts, sharing insights on marketing, church preparation, and pilot church feedback. Episode Sponsor: Adventist Risk Management The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025....
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 26
April Burville highlights the importance of children's evangelism, addressing challenges, methods, and the role of churches in empowering leaders. She shares practical ideas, emphasizing community, family involvement, and the power of modeling behavior in witnessing. Episode Sponsor: North American Division Children’s Ministries The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025....
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Cesar Gonzalez unpacks the universal desire for happiness through a unique blend of scientific research and biblical truths. Cesar explores how relationships, purpose, and gratitude shape our well-being and offers a fresh perspective on how these concepts align with God's design for humanity. Along the way, practical insights and spiritual reflections come together to present a transformative view of joy and fulfillment. Episode Sponsor: North Pacific Union The Propel Church Growth Conference is...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Discover a fresh approach to evangelism with Tim Taylor & Rob Zama. They introduce “Irresistible Identity”—a series centered on relational, Christ-focused messages that engage on a personal level, fostering connection over doctrine. Learn how this series transforms local churches and draws people of all ages to find purpose and identity in Jesus. Stay Updated with Irresistible Identity: https://www.evangelive.com/identity Episode Sponsor: Adventist World Radio The Propel Church Growth Confer...
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In this episode, Dr. Roger Walter shares powerful stories of evangelism. He explains the importance of building relationships, community service, and proclaiming the Adventist message to effectively catch and keep new members in the church. Dr. Walter also introduces the Evangelism Pyramid, which outlines the steps necessary for successful outreach and retention, highlighting the need for churches to adapt their methods to better connect with their communities. Episode Sponsor: AdventSource The ...
Nov 04, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 22
April Burville highlights the importance of volunteering and community involvement in children's ministry. She shares insights on heart-driven programs, the differences between children's church and vacation Bible school, and the importance of planning and budgeting. April also discusses strategies for recruiting volunteers, promoting children's programs, and involving kids in mission and service. Episode Sponsor: North American Division Children’s Ministries The Propel Church Growth Conference ...
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 21
D.W. West shares strategies for revitalizing churches through effective evangelism and relationship-building. He emphasizes the need for a new church DNA focused on prayer, outreach, and an evangelistic lifestyle, detailing an evangelism cycle that equips and empowers members for lasting growth and revitalization. Episode Sponsor: Pacific Press The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025....
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Pastor Daniel Hall shares his experiences with the Compassion Project, highlighting an innovative approach to evangelism that combines service with meeting needs and building relationships. Pastor Hall emphasizes the importance of working with children as a key part of outreach efforts, using social media advertising, and removing religious barriers to create a sense of belonging. Through creative ideas like community events and sports activities, he explains how churches can foster ministry inv...
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Cesar Gonzalez shares how your community can fund evangelism, emphasizing the importance of building relationships, focusing on community needs, and being open about the church's mission. Cesar talks about serving communities, building trust with local leaders, and leveraging church resources. He encourages seeking financial support and highlights the transformative power of service. Episode Sponsor: Oregon Conference The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025...
Sep 23, 2024•41 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Join Hiram Rester as he explains why pastors often don’t get decisions. He highlights believing in your message, preaching passionately, and asking for decisions. Hiram shares the importance of decision-making in evangelistic meetings, sharing his experiences and emphasizing frequent appeals, effective follow-up, and visiting. He draws parallels between Elijah's story and end-time events, calling for a movement to preach Elijah’s message. Episode Sponsor: Seminars Unlimited The Propel Church Gro...
Sep 16, 2024•58 min•Season 2Ep. 17
In this episode, Pastor D.W. West shares his journey in evangelism and church planting, revealing the power of building genuine relationships and staying faithful to God's call. Discover inspiring stories of transformed lives and learn practical steps for reaching people in today's culture. Episode Sponsor: Adventist Information Ministry The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025....
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In this episode, Byron Corbett explains that most Seventh-day Adventist churches in North America are plateaued or declining in members, often due to a lack of focus on reaching the lost. Byron highlights the need for church leaders to prioritize soul-winning and create a culture of evangelism. He emphasizes planning reaping series well in advance, supporting daily devotions, prayer, and fasting to elevate spiritual commitment. You'll discover how to transform your church's culture and engage me...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In this presentation, David Kliedinst gives a deep dive into the effectiveness of the Forecasting Hope series builder. This comprehensive evangelism package includes 21 Christ-centered messages and resources for conducting a successful evangelistic series. The goal of the package is to help churches engage with their communities and make meaningful connections with individuals, leading them to make decisions and move forward in their faith. Decisions are not just for professional evangelists, bu...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In this presentation, Hiram Rester uses the metaphor of grafting fruit trees to emphasize effective evangelism strategies, including starting with proven series, using public halls, and adapting visitation methods like phone calls and texts. He highlights the importance of delivering comprehensive messages, encouraging personal Bible reading, and addressing follow-up challenges to ensure long-term commitment and growth. Episode Sponsor: eAdventist The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to...
Aug 19, 2024•57 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Join Pastor Jose St. Phard as he talks about how we can help make God known with this urgent opportunity in evangelism. Discover why sharing the good news of Jesus Christ is about working with God to show His love to others. Pastor Jose explains the importance of simple, clear ideas and following Jesus’ way of making disciples. Find out how to trust the people you are teaching and be ready to try new things to reach more people. Pastor Jose also talks about the power of sharing personal stories ...
Aug 12, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Join Dr. Jason Canfield as he explains how to connect with every generation in your church. He shares key ways to tailor biblical teachings to resonate with each age group and create strong bonds between different generations. Learn how to understand and respect different giving habits and worship styles. This helps build community and mutual understanding in your church. Packed with practical tips and valuable lessons, this presentation is perfect for pastors, church leaders, and volunteers who...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 11
The conversation focuses on the importance of helping others come to Christ and the role of training and understanding human nature in effective evangelism. It emphasizes the need for clear communication, building relationships, and creating a positive and accepting environment. The speaker shares personal experiences and recommends resources for further study and growth in evangelism. Episode Sponsor: North Pacific Union The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, ...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 10
This is the second of three episodes featuring Cyndi Keiser. This presentation focuses on the importance of studying the life of Jesus and following His example in ministry. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive education and the value of reading books. Cyndi also highlights the significance of self-sacrifice, patience, and cheerfulness in ministry. Episode's sponsor: EvangeLead The Propel Church Growth Conference is coming to Tacoma, WA, April 27-30, 2025....
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 9
