Every sermon starts with more than can fit into a message. For years, Pastor J.D. Greear has filled his sermon notes with extra illustrations, questions, insights, and rabbit trails that never made it into the final sermon. He calls that section of his notes “the bullpen.” Now, those ideas are coming out of the bullpen. In each episode, J.D. sits down with a few others to unpack a recent message, go deeper into Scripture, wrestle with difficult questions, and explore implications there wasn’t…
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For years now, whenever Pastor J.D. Greear preaches, he writes far more than he can actually say in the sermon. The material that doesn’t make the cut—the extra illustrations, the rabbit trails, the good questions he didn’t have time to chase—gets kept in a section of his notes he calls the “bullpen.” All of that material, all these years, has just sat there and never seen the light of day. But…
In another special episode, Pastor J.D. addresses the question: “Is the Deliberate Pursuit of Ethnic Unity the Same As DEI?” Key Takeaways: There is an unbiblical DEI that really is about quota and virtue signaling. Hiring practices should consider the experience of candidates over age 50. Ageism can be a concern when hiring for specific demographics. DEI initiatives can sometimes miss the mark by…
In another special episode, Pastor J.D. addresses the question: “Is ‘Voting Blue’ the First Sign of Losing Faith?” The conversation explores a question Pastor J.D. was asked recently about whether “voting blue” is a harbinger of losing your faith. Key Takeaways: Silence on moral issues can lead to distrust. The character of leaders matters to faith communities. Inconsistencies in beliefs can…
In this episode, Pastor J.D. concludes our mini-series about his latest book, Everyday Revolutionary , by asking the question: “WHY Is Gen Z Returning to the Church?” This conversation features Wes Smith, College Pastor at The Summit Church. Much has been said about how Gen Z is returning to the church… but why is that happening? We explore the reasons behind this trend, including a…
In this episode, Pastor J.D. discusses a question many of us are asking ourselves right now, “Are Christians Called to the Culture War?” As part of a short series surrounding Pastor J.D.’s new book Everyday Revolutionary , the conversation explains that while believers must be bold in truth, faithfulness to Jesus goes beyond cultural confrontation —it involves embodying grace and truth in everyday…
In this episode, Pastor J.D. discusses a question many church leaders face: Should pastors be more political from the pulpit? As part of a short series surrounding Pastor J.D.’s new book Everyday Revolutionary , the conversation explores how faithfulness to the gospel intersects with public issues, when to speak clearly, and when to show restraint. J.D. argues that pastors must boldly proclaim…
This week on Ask the Pastor, we have a special bonus episode on the question, “Which of the Bible’s promises apply today?” We covered a similar question several years ago, and you can find that episode HERE . A glimpse inside this episode: The Bible contains approximately 3,000 promises from God. All promises of God are fulfilled in Christ. Understanding the context of promises is crucial for…
This week on Ask the Pastor, Pastor J.D. continues his series called, “Why Does It Matter?” with the question, “Why Does Correct Theology Matter?” A glimpse inside this episode: Theological doctrine shapes our relationship with God and others. Understanding essential beliefs is crucial for unity in the church. Not all theological issues are of equal importance. Spiritual maturity involves…
This week on Ask the Pastor, Pastor J.D. continues his series called, “Why Does It Matter?” with the question, “Why Does Everyday Faithfulness Matter?” A glimpse inside this episode: Living a faithful life is essential, even in mundane tasks. Every believer has a role in God’s mission, regardless of their position. Motherhood and domestic roles can be fulfilling and significant in God’s eyes.…
This week on Ask the Pastor, Pastor J.D. continues his series called, “Why Does It Matter?” with the question, “Why Does the Existence of Hell Matter?” A glimpse inside this episode: The doctrine of hell is crucial for understanding God’s justice. Many people struggle with the concept of hell, leading to doubt. Biblical imagery of hell should be taken seriously, not metaphorically. The severity of…
