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Send us a text here! 335: Pastor Plek is joined by special guest Cindy Brinker-Simmons as she opens up about her poignant journey through grief and healing, beginning with the heartbreaking loss of her mother to ovarian cance...
Send us a text here! 334: Holland Greig and Jordan Smith join Pastor Plek to share riveting stories of sermons that stirred change, aligning with the teachings of James on practical living and righteousness. As you listen, yo...
Send us a text here! 333: Have you ever wondered about the rich history and meaning behind Advent candles? We invite you to join Pastor Holland Greig, Bri and Pablo Mota, and Cody Sparks on an enlightening journey through tim...
Send us a text here! 332: Join Pastor Plek as he unravels the complex tapestry of adultery and divorce, inspired by the profound teachings of Jesus in Matthew 5. Together with his insightful guests from Eastside Community Chu...
Send us a text here! 331: Can political affiliations coexist with biblical teachings in today's divisive climate? Join Pastor Plek and Pastor Holland for a profound exploration with guest Christine Lee. Holland and Christine ...
Send us a text here! 330: Are traditional gender roles in Christianity more than just outdated relics of the past? Join Pastor Plek, Pastor Holland, Cody Sparks, and Adrienne as they navigate the intricate landscape of gender...
Send us a text here! 327: What if your church's approach to outreach is built on outdated assumptions? Join Pastor Plek and Pastor Holland, as they challenge conventional church missiology by exploring the transition from a s...
Send us a text here! 326: Embark on an inspiring journey as Caleb McLemore shares his story of transformation and redemption. Faced with spiritual burnout during his time at Azusa Pacific University, Caleb found himself drift...
Send us a text here! 314: Pastor Plek welcomes Cody Sparks of the Cody Sparks Band and Liz Mitchell, the Deacon of Care at Wells Branch Community Church. Liz shares her unique responsibilities through the "five M's of ministr...
313: Have you ever wondered why the Bible describes God as jealous? Join Pastor Plek and Cody Sparks for an enlightening conversation as they unpack this intriguing concept. By contrasting God's jealousy with human jealousy, ...
312: Pastor Plek and Jordan Smith answer a couple of questions from our listeners: Do we know anything about the saints that were raised in Matthew? What does "fallen asleep" mean and what happened to the saints who were rais...
311: Pastor Plek is back with a sermon recap with guest Jordan Smith. Is it okay to glory in anything other than God? Jordan and Pastor Plek tackle this question and more on this episode. Tune in to hear it …
310: What happens when Christian imagery collides with Greek mythology at a major event? Join Pastor Plek as he explores this controversial blend with guests Cody Sparks and Jordan Smith, who help break down the portrayal of ...
309: Can understanding your core beliefs and automatic thoughts transform your anxiety into a manageable challenge? Discover the powerful strategies discussed on Pastor Plek's podcast with our insightful guest, Hayley Hengst,...
308: What if dedicating a day to rest and worship could transform your life? Hayley Hengst joins Pastor Plek to dissect the significance of the Sabbath and tithing, shedding light on how Jesus serves as our ultimate rest. Ev...
307: What happens when your father's a preacher, and you grow up under the microscope of the congregation? That's the question we tackle in this episode featuring Cody Sparks from the Cody Sparks Band and Pastor Plek's oldest...
306: Can Joe Biden's frail TV appearance shake the foundation of the Democratic Party? Pastor Plek explores this burning question as he dissects the most recent debate with insights from Marlin Sparks of Victory Family Church...
305: What if the true measure of your work's worth isn't found in the job title, but in how you carry out your duties? This episode unravels the profound story of Bezalel and Oholiab from Exodus 31 and what it …
304: Ever wondered when a person becomes accountable for their sins? This episode delves into the fascinating concept of the age of accountability, using biblical stories such as Joshua and Caleb's spying mission and Uzzah's ...
303: Shane Loomis joins Pastor Plek on this episode to share his expert insights on the unique challenges and opportunities that blended families face. You’ll learn how mediation can promote cooperative family dynamics and pr...
302: How will the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions impact your financial future? We bring back Jake Ridley from Astoria Wealth Management to offer expert insights on navigating the potential rate cuts by the Fed and ...
301: When NFL kicker Harrison Butker took the stage with his take on women's roles in society, he ignited a firestorm of debate that couldn't be ignored. Pastor Mo and Leah Brown join Pastor Plek and Adrienne in this episode …
298: Pastor Plek and Machine Gun Nick explore faith and leadership with Eric Creekmore, a former F-18 fighter pilot turned Executive Director of the Association Hill Country Churches. Their conversation uncovers the nuances o...
299: Pastor Plek is joined by his wife, Adrienne, and counseling intern Hayley Hengst on this episode as they discuss the intertwining realms of emotional health and Christianity. Together they recall the laughter and hurdles...