In Scripture there are three words that give insight into the role of the pastor. One word (Gr- poimen) helps us see and understand the shepherding role of the pastor as he cares for and guides his flock. In this episode, DJ and guest Dennis Wilkening explore what it means to be a shepherding pastor.

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The Pastor's Role as Shepherd with Pastor Dennis Wilkening s2e24

We are bombarded with cultural issues that have moral implications. Some cultural issues are moral by their very nature! When we are questioned, when we are cornered by our communities, our friends, our neighbors…how do we speak the truth in love? That’s our topic today on Let’s Talk Church. (www.djharry.org)

We are Called to Engage in Cultural Conversations with guest Ben Schettler s2e23

Our topic isn’t about English Bible translations….it’s about so many people around the world that don’t have the Bible in their language. I sit down with Lloyd Haman, a Bible Translator with Worldview Ministries and we talk about the growing need for global Bible translation.

1.5 Billion People with No Bible with Lloyd Haman s2e22

As pastors and ministry leaders, our calling is to connect the never-changing good news of the gospel to the lost culture that is rapidly changing around us. This means that we can’t just settle in to ministry and expect that the way that we reach our community today will be the way that we are able to reach them tomorrow. I pray that you will use this conversation to help guide you as you lead your ministry to effectively reach your community for Jesus!

How Our Theology Shapes Our Methodology ...with Pastor Treg Spicer s2e21

No doubt you feel as though God providentially directed your steps into ministry...the tension exists though between knowing what God wants us to do and being willing to surrender to God's direction. In this episode I talk with missionary couple Nate and Tara Beil about God' call on their life and how they surrendered to the path that God was putting before them.

The Point of Surrender: listening to God as he directs our ministry steps... with Missionary Nate and Tara Beil s2e20

Pastor Kenny Baldwin recently spoke at the Southwide Baptist Pastors Fellowship...and boy did he ever step on my toes. By looking at Peter's experience with Cornelius, Brother Kenny exposes areas of our heart that we resist to change in our churches...and points us to Jesus!

Powerful Sermon...Kenny Baldwin - What Will it Take for You to Change

There is a lot of talk these days about the value of missions trips. Honestly...if you think that they aren't valuable, it means you probably haven't done it right! Listen in as I talk with veteran missionary Jeffrey Bush about the incredible value to missions trips done right!!

The Overwhelming Value of Missions Trips Done Right with Jeffrey Bush s2e18

Have you ever listened to a sermon and walked away thinking...."I don't really think that the Scriptures say what that preacher said they said?!?!" It is so easy to take individual verses out of context and miss the true meaning of the text. In this episode, I sit down and talk with Pastor Matt Walker about the importance of proper context in our sermon preparation and delivery!

5 Crucial Considerations for Preaching in Context with Pastor Matt Walker s2e17

Husbands..we are commanded to love our wives. This applies to us as pastors as well! Listen in for 12 easy ways to show your wife that you love her this week!

Pastors....Love Your Wife! S2E16

One of the major steps in becoming a disciple of Christ is being able to read and understand the Scriptures! In this episode, we look at practical steps we can take to help our congregation understand and apply the Scriptures in a more accurate and effective manner.

Helping Your Congregation Study the Bible Better with Pastor Ryan Rench S2E15

Every pastor/missionary has dealt with discouragement at some point or another. It comes with the ministry territory. What are the early warning signs of discouragement...and how can we avoid the traps that discouragement will lay in our ministry path?

Conquering Ministry Discouragement with Ron Degarde s2e14

Often we must minister to others even though we are suffering personally. In this episode we talk about the importance of casting your care on the Lord as you minister through personal difficulty.

Ministering Through Personal Suffering with Pastor John Lashuay s2e13

God uses his church to accomplish the work of the ministry...and often that involves God's people giving to make it happen! How can pastors foster a culture of giving? In this episode we look at incredible principles from Joseph's life on the importance of good stewardship...and how Joseph motivated others to save for the future!

Developing a Culture of Giving in the Local Church with Pastor Steve Smith s2e12

There are so many angles of pastoral ministry that Satan can use to bring doubt and discouragement into our lives. Listen in as I sit down with 5 pastors and missionaries and we talk about doubt and discouragement in ministry.

Dealing with Doubt in Pastoral Ministry - Pastor's Round Table s2e11

Sometimes there are changes that need to take place in your church. The ease of that change depends of course on your people, your church, and the type of change. Some changes are easy…or at least should be easy. But there are some changes that come from deep within the church….cultural changes. In this episode, Bob and I talk about changing the culture of discipleship in the local church.

Changing the Culture of Your Church with Pastor Bob DeAngelo s2e10

Let's Talk Church is a real conversation about real church issues with real church leaders. Each week Pastor DJ Harry will host pastors and church leaders to gain insight from their experience ministering in the local church. This is a great resource for pastors, ministry leaders, and local church ministries.