The Gospel Coalition
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TGC exists to renew and unify the contemporary church in the ancient gospel by declaring, defending, and applying the good news of Jesus to all of life.
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If Jesus was raised from the dead, then everything is going to be alright. —@TimKellerNYC
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The message of Good Friday: “The blood of the lamb silences the accuser.” —D. A. Carson
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![If you're actually reaching the lost, [your church plant] is going to struggle financially. —Matt Smethurst In this episode of The Everyday Pastor, Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan discuss the joys, challenges, and realities of church planting.](https://image.24vids.com/tw-2069482657755385943/amplify_video_thumb/2069479622136537088/img/NoFx54BVvmQCxLtQ.jpg)
Tim Keller answers the question: how do you hear from God?
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“It has to be Jesus. It cannot be anyone else.” —Wes Huff
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In a special crossover episode of The Everyday Pastor and Gospelbound, Wesley Huff (Wes Huff) joins Lig (Ligon Duncan), Matt (Matt Smethurst), and Collin (Collin Hansen) to discuss the role of apologetics in pastoral ministry. How can pastors excel in giving a compelling reason for the hope within us—and train others to do the same? Drawing from both academic expertise and personal experience, Huff offers various cautions and tips for everyday pastors and believers. He shares examples of good apologists today, recommends books, and answers a lightning round of classic objections to the Christian faith. 0:00 Wes Huff's Journey to Faith and Apologetics 5:08 How Should Pastors Use Apologetics in Ministry? 8:42 Common Mistakes in Apologetics 14:52 Apologetic Methods 21:18 What Should Pastors Do in the Current Cultural "vibe shift"? 25:35 Who are the Best Apologists Online Right Now? 28:07 The Role of the Church in Apologetics 34:41 Addressing Common Objections to Christianity 41:13 The Reliability of the Scriptures 47:34 The Integration of Apologetics and Evangelism 54:21 The Future of Apologetics 1:01:00 Discussion on Faith and Historical Evidence 1:06:56 Wes' Reflections on Faith and Ministry 1:13:38 Prayer and Encouragement for Wes Gen Z is hungry for real answers, not gimmicks and that’s exactly what CROSS Conference delivers each January for 18-25 year olds. Bring a group to Louisville, Kentucky where they will hear a clear gospel, a call to commit to a local church, and an invitation to join God's mission to reach the nations. Learn more at
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Pastors are expected to keep learning—just like doctors, teachers, and counselors. In this episode, Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan unpack formal and informal ways to stay sharp: carving out daily reading, using journals and courses, attending conferences, leaning on study Bibles, pursuing study leave or targeted coursework (ThM/DMin), and even teaching as adjuncts. They also warn against using degrees as an escape from ministry and offer practical counsel for staying current on cultural issues while remaining focused on your flock.
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Two and a half years ago, a plane went down in a Texas pasture. On board were five men—the lead pastor, the executive pastor, an elder, and two faithful members of Harvest Church near Memphis, Tennessee. Four of the men were killed instantly—experts later determined the chances of survival were zero percent. But one of the men—lead pastor Kennon Vaughan—lived. He’d go on to survive an experimental surgery and bring the story of the crash back to his church. This is his story. But this is also the story of what happens when a church of disciple-makers walks through their darkest hours together. And this is the story of what God can do when lives—and deaths—are surrendered to him. 📝 ON THIS VIDEO: 0:00 Plane crash and initial reactions 1:47 Kennon Vaughn's background and faith 6:31 Discipleship and Downline Ministries 8:51 The day of the crash 20:50 Kennon's survival and rescue 40:08 Aftermath and community response 40:21 Long-term impact and spiritual growth This episode includes audio provided by StoryTellers Live, Harvest Church, and Gracepointe Church. We’re thankful for their generosity and support in telling this story. This episode was produced in partnership with Dordt University. Learn more about how Dordt equips students to work effectively toward Christ-centered renewal in all aspects of life, at
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Every pastor affirms the importance of prayer and likely excels at it publicly, but consistency in private prayer is hard. And it isn't easy to foster a congregation-wide culture of prayer. In this episode of The Everyday Pastor, Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan discuss practical tips for improving your prayer life—and the praying habits of your whole congregation. After all, a church that will be found faithful is a church that will be found praying. 📝ON THIS VIDEO: 00:00 The role of prayer in pastoral ministry 10:38 Examples of effective prayer practices 16:38 The impact of Scripture on prayer 21:36 The role of pastoral prayer in worship services 27:32 Encouraging a culture of prayer in the church
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The greatest threat to Christmas isn't secularism or consumerism but our own boredom with the most thrilling story ever told. In this special Christmas episode of ‘The Everyday Pastor,’ Sinclair Ferguson joins Ligon Duncan and Matt Smethurst to marvel at the miracle of the incarnation. How can pastors help their people recapture the wonder? The trio also offers practical tips for shepherding well during this busy and emotionally complex time of year. 📝ON THIS VIDEO: 0:00 Marveling at the incarnation 7:02 The humility and condescension of God 22:21 The necessity of the virgin conception 29:37 Pastoral advice for shepherding during Christmas 32:33 The theological richness of Christmas hymns 37:35 Final thoughts and encouragement for pastors
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