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Subject Training the Next Generation of Pastors
Date September 2, 2025 6:00 PM
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As a pastor, you see the confusion. You feel the tension. And you want to lead your church with faith — not fear. Because you're committed to standing for truth and shepherding faithfully in this cultural moment, Focus on the Family is giving you free, early access to their powerful new documentary: Truth Rising.




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What makes a leader worth following? This week, former Catalyst president and leadership coach Brad Lomenick joins host Dave Stone to share the habits, mindsets, and relational skills that separate good leaders from great ones.


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Training the Next Generation of Pastors


Alex Montoya


The average church is busy just trying to stay alive, let alone worrying about who will replace their pastor or continue their legacy. Yet, preparing the next generation of pastors is necessary if we expect the church to survive and thrive. An old adage says that if you want apples tomorrow, you must plant apple trees today. The same applies to producing pastors. We need to start today.


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How to Help Pastor's Kids Find Their Identity


Barnabas Piper


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Pastors Struggle with Bitterness, Too


Paul Tautges




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Pastoral Ministry and the Beatitudes: Blessed Are the Persecuted


Andreas Köstenberger


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Pastoring Gen Z, the Smart Phone Generation


Marty Machowski





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Truth for Life &mdash; Volume 1


Alister Begg


We all need to be reminded of the truth that anchors our life and excites and equips us to live for Christ. Reflecting on a short passage each day, Alistair spans the Scriptures to show us the greatness and grace of God, and to thrill our hearts to live as His children. His clear, faithful exposition and thoughtful application mean that this resource will both engage your mind and stir your heart.



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