“Every great leader is a great teacher, and the greatest leaders seize every opportunity to teach well.” – R. Albert Mohler Jr.1
I reached out to several members of the Adult Discipleship Team at Champion Forest and asked them to recommend one podcast or podcast episode that has changed the way they teach. Here’s what they said:
Life Over Coffee, Episode 174: Rethinking Sunday Morning and God’s Word
Recommended by Brett Mosser, Pastor of Ministries, Jersey Village
Why is this a helpful resource for teachers?
Life Group teachers must avoid making their lessons an “information dump.” It is not enough for someone to know the Bible; straightforward application of the Bible is paramount for every believer. Every lesson must provide a clear biblical application to the listener. This podcast episode will help you wisely incorporate application into your teaching.
Build Groups
Recommended by Bo Patterson, Adult Ministries Pastor, Champions
Why is this a helpful resource for teachers?
This podcast is brand new and is produced by a friend of mine. It exists to resource and equip group leaders and pastors so that they can build leaders who build groups that build disciples. I am sure it will be a great resource for Life Group leaders or teachers who want to develop as leaders and then develop other leaders.
Alistair Begg, Truth for Life Daily Program and Sermon Audio
Recommended by Emory Cothen, Young Adults Pastor, Champions
Why is this a helpful resource for teachers?
Anyone looking to grow as a teacher would benefit from listening to Alistair Begg. His theological insights are extremely helpful and practical. He doesn’t just provide information for its own sake but helps listeners do something with the knowledge they have gained. He’s a brilliant teacher who teaches truth in love.
The GenSend Podcast
Recommended by Justin Holcomb, Student Pastor, Global
Why is this a helpful resource for teachers?
The GenSend Podcast by North American Mission Board is a goldmine of inspiration and practical wisdom for student pastors. I’ve found the podcast to be an invaluable resource for fresh ideas and encouragement in my ministry, and listening to the podcast has helped me stay motivated and equipped to effectively disciple young people in today’s culture.
Watermark Equipping & Pearls with Kristi McLelland
Recommended by Cheryl Spafford, Minister to Adults, North Klein
Why is this a helpful resource for teachers?
Watermark’s Equipping Podcast has fun and engaging conversations between males and females in full-time ministry and lay leadership. These discussions are centered around equipping leaders to handle God’s Word accurately as they serve the church. This podcast often challenges me to see beyond my role in the church and value those in different roles around me. These unique leaders are needed so the church/Life Group can function as God intends.
Why is this a helpful resource for teachers?
Kristi McLelland challenges readers of God’s Word to not just embrace a Western lens but also learn to have a Middle Eastern lens when reading and teaching. She helps the listener understand why Jesus taught and spoke as he did. This podcast ignited a fresh passion within me to see more of who God is in Scripture rather than who I am or what Scripture means to me. I appreciate Kristi’s unique cultural knowledge.
The Confronting Christianity Podcast, Episode 59: Union with Christ with Sam Allberry
Recommended by Abigail O’Neel, Resident (Communications), Champions
Why is this a helpful resource for teachers?
I learn something new every time I hear Sam Allberry teach. His deep and abiding love for the Lord permeates his speech like no other, and I often think, “I want to love the Lord like Sam.” I know he will challenge your understanding of friendship and teach you something new about our union with Christ in this episode. Better yet, you won’t be able to stop thinking about union with Christ and will see, with new eyes, how it impacts your relationships with those you teach.
- R. Albert Mohler Jr., The Conviction to Lead: 25 Principles for Leadership That Matters (Minneapolis: Bethany House Publishers, 2012), 49. ↩︎
