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Episode 249: What is the Best Biblical Translation?

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Scott and Micah discuss the best biblical translation and how answering that question is much harder. We discuss the versions we use for reading, studying, etc., and even address people’s attitudes when defending their version of being the “best.”

Here is a link to the video that does a quick, but thorough discussion on the complexities of biblical translations.  https://youtu.be/ApTF7nwae24?si=vMlqixL8Fw90HO0F

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Episode 247: Are Churches still in the Restoration Business?

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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss restoring a person who had committed a sin, transgression, wrongdoing, etc.  We discuss the biblical implications of restoration from sin and why so many churches and church leaders do not practice it.

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Episode 243: Scott’s Two Year Anniversary at BUMC

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In this episode, Micah interviews Scott as he completes his second work anniversary at Bexley United Methodist Church.

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Episode 240: Scott Preaching Again after a Long Hiatus

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In this episode, Micah interviews Scott as he preached a sermon last Sunday, the first in a long time.  Scott talks about his experience and feelings and advises anyone else who may have been a lead pastor but has not preached in a while and is returning to preparing a sermon.

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238: How should Christians respond to the Trump Assassination Attempt?

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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss our reactions to the Trump Assassination in Butler, Pa. We also look at what other churches, pastors, and other Christians have responded to it, and the implications of how it shapes our faith development and witness.

The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listeners like Patty and Scott whose support goes to this podcast’s continual growth and maintenance. If you want to support the podcast, go to the link below. https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

Episode 237: Interview with Jordan West

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In this episode, Scott and Micah interview Jordan West, a Worship leader at North Park Church in Meridian Mississippi.  Jordan shares his calling to ministry, the highs and lows of his ministry journey, and his experience of leading worship in various sizes of churches.  We also discuss the joys and challenges of leading worship in small, mid-size, or large churches and how one’s heart will determine success in ministry.

In our Stories Gone Wild segment, we share random people knowing who you are, dealing with internet issues, and easter egg helicopter drops going wrong.

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Episode 236: Is Full-Time Ministry a Viable Career?

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In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss if Full-Time Ministry is a variable option as a career. We discuss the changes within church culture that make it hard for new ministers to find full-time work, the pay structure for most mid-size to small churches, and how denominational support from the national and state levels can help or harm the growth of equipping churches to have full-time ministers. In our Stories Gone Wild segment, we share birthing stories to celebrate Micah’s new addition to his family!

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Episode 234: Navigating Design Flaws in Church Buildings

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Have you ever looked inside a church and realized there was a flaw in its architecture? As a church leader, have you tried to do a remodel or campaign and realized there are many more structural problems to deal with than first conceived? In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss from their experience some design flaws they have dealt with, and the various ways to meet those challenges.

The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners. We thank listeners like Patty and Scott whose support goes to this podcast’s continual growth and maintenance. If you want to support the podcast, go to the link below. https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

Episode 228: Why Churches collect junk and How to get rid of it.

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If you had attended a church regularly, you would begin to notice that some things are out of place or that a specific area collects all of the “church junk.”

In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the reasons why churches accumulate random junk, and how to be good stewards when trying to get rid of it. 

The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners.  We thank listeners like Patty and Scott whose support goes to this podcast’s continual growth and maintenance.  If you want to support the podcast, go to the link below. https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast

Episode 225: TD Jakes Scandal and Why Pastor’s cannot come clean

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In this episode,  We take a look at the scandal that is surrounding T.D. Jakes from when it broke in December of 2023, to how Sean Combs had reignited the investigation.  We also look at church leaders, who may be struggling or hiding secret sins, and why they can not come clean and confess their sins to others.

The Scott Stedman Podcast is made possible by support from our listeners.  We thank listeners like Patty and Scott whose support goes to this podcast’s continual growth and maintenance.  If you want to support the podcast, go to the link below. https://ko-fi.com/thescottstedmanpodcast