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Hope Church - Fort Worth, TXJesus: MessiahEver wonder what Christmas is really about beyond the gifts and decorations? This message explores the fascinating story of Jesus's birth and why people call him the "Messiah" - a special title that means "chosen one." Pastor Matt Sturdevant breaks down some interesting historical evidence about Jesus and shares a mind-blowing mathematical study. Did you know the odds of one person accidentally fulfilling just eight ancient predictions about the Messiah are the same as finding one marked coin in a state filled knee-deep with silver dollars while blindfolded? And Jesus fulfilled over 100 predictions! Pastor Matt...2024-12-0938 minHope Church - Fort Worth, TXCelebrating 46 Years!!!Hope Church is celebrating its 46th anniversary. Our church's primary goal is to invite people to discover and experience God's ways. We believe that through Jesus, people can improve their lives. Lead Pastor Matt Sturdevant talked about our history and plans for the future. He explained that we want to grow stronger as a community while also reaching out to more people. Matt presented our theme verse from the Book of Colossians, which talks about praying regularly and speaking to others about God in a kind way. You are invited to take your next steps t...2024-08-0546 minHope Church - Fort Worth, TXPsalms of LamentIn this thought-provoking message, we delve into the often-overlooked but profoundly important concept of lament in the Bible, particularly focusing on the Book of Psalms. Lead Pastor Matt Sturdevant guides us through a comprehensive exploration of what lament is, why it matters, and how it can be a powerful tool for processing pain and drawing closer to God in our modern lives. Key Points Discussed: 1. Understanding Lament - Definition: Expressing deep distress, sorrow, grief, or regret - Lament as the historic prayer language of God's people - Over one-third of Psalms are lament...2024-07-0147 minHope Church - Fort Worth, TXTow Ropes and Jumper CablesHey there! Ever felt stuck in life, like your battery's dead and you can't get going no matter how hard you try? 🔋🚘 In this message, Pastor Matt Sturdevant from Hope Church has some POWERFUL insights on how Jesus meets us right where we're at to help us get unstuck and moving in the right direction! 🙌 Pastor Matt unpacks a fascinating story from the Bible where Jesus strikes up a conversation with a woman at a well and totally transforms her life. 🙏💧 It's a vivid example of how Jesus sees us, cares about us, and wants to give us "living wate...2024-05-0655 minHope Church - Fort Worth, TXTuning Up Part 2Hey there! 🙏 Ready to take your prayer life to the next level? In this message, Pastor Matt Sturdevant breaks down the basics of how to pray effectively and connect with God on a deeper level. You'll discover: - 3 key reasons WHY prayer is so important 🤔 - What exactly IS prayer? Hint: it's simpler than you might think! - The ultimate prayer case study from Jesus himself 🙌 - Practical tips to make your prayers more powerful and effective 💪 Whether you're new to faith or just looking to refresh your prayer habits, this sermon is pac...2024-04-2944 min
Pastor Life14. Plotting Our Course & Aligning Our Structures—Interview with Matt SturdevantDavid interviews Pastor Matt Sturdevant of First Baptist Church of Lawrence, Kansas, about how he led his congregation through aligning staff roles and leadership structures to respond to a post-Covid world.2021-06-0738 min
River RadioFeb. 20, 2021 - UNICEF USA and COVID Vaccine distribution worldwide; political roundtable with Lori Sturdevant, Fred de Sam Lazaro and Brian GruisGayle Knutson talks with Michael Nyenhuis, President and CEO of UNICEF USA about COVID-19 vaccine distribution challenges worldwide and helping keep kids on track through the pandemic (7:00). Then, Jim Maher conducts a political roundtable with Lori Sturdevant of the Star Tribune, Fred de Sam Lazaro of PBS Newshour and the Undertold Stories project, and Brian Gruis, River Radio's National Political Editor (33:00). Also provided is an update on local news (25:00). Matt Quast is the show's Technical Director.2021-02-201h 02
Connexxion BonnImpact WS 2020/21 mit Matt SturdevantBei unserem ersten Impact in 2021 ging es um "7 Keys to Healthy Biblical Community". Unsere Referent Matt Sturdevant, leitender Pastor bei Hope Church in Fort Worth hat über die 7 Herzenseinstellungen gesprochen, die uns biblische Herangehensweisen für unsere persönlichen Beziehungen, als auch das Leben in der Gemeinde oder in Teams geben. Handout deutsch und englisch.2021-01-1540 min
Christian Challenge CSUCTime Management - Matt SturdevantIn this workshop, Executive Pastor Matt Sturdevant discusses keys to time management, biblical priorities, and some practical tips. This message closes with a Q&A with the audience that provides additional wisdom on the topic. To hear more from Matt, check out his podcast "The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt Sturdevant" or his website.
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The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP056: Being a Good FriendWelcome to Episode 56! This week’s episode is a message I gave at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX, called TAG. It was part of the 2018 Summer Series, Box Office Wisdom. God made us for relationships and friendships are one of those important relationships. Links Mentioned Hope Church 17:6 Network Walk Thru the Bible […]2018-09-1941 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP056: Being a Good FriendWelcome to Episode 56! This week’s episode is a message I gave at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX, called TAG. It was part of the 2018 Summer Series, Box Office Wisdom. God made us for relationships and friendships are one of those important relationships. Links Mentioned Hope Church 17:6 Network Walk Thru the Bible […]2018-09-1941 min
Christian Challenge CSUCWho Do You Think You Are? - Matt SturdevantWe all look for our identity somewhere - what is it that you find your identity in? Matt challenges us to define who we are by something eternal rather than temporary, looking to God and our relationship to him instead of anything in this world.
2018-09-1238 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP055: Challenge of the 20s by Harold BullockWelcome to Episode 55! In this week’s episode is a special treat. This Podcast is all about helping you train in your 20s for the life ahead. Today’s episode is pure gold. I received permission from one of my personal mentors, Founding & Senior Pastor of Hope Church, Harold Bullock to share a segment from […]2018-09-1157 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP055: Challenge of the 20s by Harold BullockWelcome to Episode 55! In this week’s episode is a special treat. This Podcast is all about helping you train in your 20s for the life ahead. Today’s episode is pure gold. I received permission from one of my personal mentors, Founding & Senior Pastor of Hope Church, Harold Bullock to share a segment from […]2018-09-1157 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP054: Reflections Upon Turning 40 by the Ministry Mentor, Matt SturdevantWelcome to Episode 54! In this week’s episode I share some reflections and thoughts as I enter into a new decade of life and turn 40. My reflections upon turning 40… God loves me more than I will truly understand on this side of eternity. God is faithful, my job is to trust and obey. […]2018-09-0328 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP054: Reflections Upon Turning 40 by the Ministry Mentor, Matt SturdevantWelcome to Episode 54! In this week’s episode I share some reflections and thoughts as I enter into a new decade of life and turn 40. My reflections upon turning 40… God loves me more than I will truly understand on this side of eternity. God is faithful, my job is to trust and obey. […]2018-09-0328 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP053: My Conversation with Campus Minister, David ClarkWelcome to Episode 53! This week’s conversation is with David Clark. David is a staff member with the campus ministry, Christian Challenge, serving the students at California State University Chico. Links Mentioned: Christian Challenge CSUC The 17:6 Network Chico Community Church Hope Church Episode 2 – Getting to Know Matt Sturdevant Episode 7 – A […]2018-05-011h 03Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP053: My Conversation with Campus Minister, David ClarkWelcome to Episode 53! This week’s conversation is with David Clark. David is a staff member with the campus ministry, Christian Challenge, serving the students at California State University Chico. Links Mentioned: Christian Challenge CSUC The 17:6 Network Chico Community Church Hope Church Episode 2 – Getting to Know Matt Sturdevant Episode 7 – A […]2018-05-011h 03The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP052: Highlights, TakeAways and Lessons From My Recent Trip to EuropeWelcome to Episode 52! In this week’s episode I reflect on my recent trip to Europe, Germany and the Netherlands to work with the campus ministry of Connexxion. Ben and I about to board our first train in Frankfurt. Attending church with Alex in Braunschweig. Touring in Koln with […]2018-04-2429 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP052: Highlights, TakeAways and Lessons From My Recent Trip to EuropeWelcome to Episode 52! In this week’s episode I reflect on my recent trip to Europe, Germany and the Netherlands to work with the campus ministry of Connexxion. Ben and I about to board our first train in Frankfurt. Attending church with Alex in Braunschweig. Touring in Koln with […]2018-04-2429 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP051: Turning Point, Lessons from ZacchaeusWelcome to Episode 51! This week’s episode is a message I gave at Chico Community Church in Chico, CA, called Turning Point. We all face moments in our life when we are in the middle of a decision that will have greater impact on our future that we may realize. Download the handout: Turning_Point_-_Matt_Sturdevant Do you […]2018-04-1637 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP051: Turning Point, Lessons from ZacchaeusWelcome to Episode 51! This week’s episode is a message I gave at Chico Community Church in Chico, CA, called Turning Point. We all face moments in our life when we are in the middle of a decision that will have greater impact on our future that we may realize. Download the handout: Turning_Point_-_Matt_Sturdevant Do you […]2018-04-1637 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP050: My Conversation with Samantha BarrettWelcome to Episode 50! This week’s conversation is with Samantha Barrett. Samantha is wife of Alex Barrett, who is currently serving as the Campus Pastor of Church in the Valley Alhambra. In the summer of 2018 she and her family will be moving from Alhambra, CA to Fontana, CA where they will be starting a […]2018-04-0954 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP050: My Conversation with Samantha BarrettWelcome to Episode 50! This week’s conversation is with Samantha Barrett. Samantha is wife of Alex Barrett, who is currently serving as the Campus Pastor of Church in the Valley Alhambra. In the summer of 2018 she and her family will be moving from Alhambra, CA to Fontana, CA where they will be starting a […]2018-04-0954 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP049: A Conversation with Campus Pastor and Soon-to-be Church Planter, Alex BarrettWelcome to Episode 49! This week’s conversation is with Alex Barrett. Alex is currently serving as the Campus Pastor of Church in the Valley Alhambra. Summer of 2018 he will be moving his family from Alhambra, CA to Fontana, CA where will be starting a brand new church to reach out to the community in […]2018-04-021h 12Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP049: A Conversation with Campus Pastor and Soon-to-be Church Planter, Alex BarrettWelcome to Episode 49! This week’s conversation is with Alex Barrett. Alex is currently serving as the Campus Pastor of Church in the Valley Alhambra. Summer of 2018 he will be moving his family from Alhambra, CA to Fontana, CA where will be starting a brand new church to reach out to the community in […]2018-04-021h 12Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP048: Another Conversation with Paul Worcester…Campus Ministry & Sharing the GospelWelcome to Episode 48! This week’s conversation is with Paul Worcester. Paul is the Founder and Director of Christian Challenge at California State University Chico in Chico, California. Paul was first a guest in Episode 7 of the Ministry Mentor Podcast. We sit down for second conversation focused on the topic of Evangelism. Links Mentioned: Christian […]2018-03-261h 01The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP048: Another Conversation with Paul Worcester…Campus Ministry & Sharing the GospelWelcome to Episode 48! This week’s conversation is with Paul Worcester. Paul is the Founder and Director of Christian Challenge at California State University Chico in Chico, California. Paul was first a guest in Episode 7 of the Ministry Mentor Podcast. We sit down for second conversation focused on the topic of Evangelism. Links Mentioned: Christian […]2018-03-261h 01Christian Challenge CSUCBuilding a Life You Actually Like - Matt SturdevantBuilding your life in your 20's is an essential part of how we live in the future. Matt talks about different ways we can build using our 20's and the potential changes to our lives later.
2018-03-191h 07Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP047: A Conversation with Worship Pastor, Lance UnrauWelcome to Episode 47! This week’s conversation is with Lance Unrau. About two years ago now, Lance transitioned from a career in business to vocational ministry and serves as an Worship Pastor at Seabreeze Church in Huntington Beach, CA. Links Mentioned: The Antioch Project The 17:6 Network Seabreeze Church Episode 1 & Episode 2 – […]2018-03-191h 09The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP047: A Conversation with Worship Pastor, Lance UnrauWelcome to Episode 47! This week’s conversation is with Lance Unrau. About two years ago now, Lance transitioned from a career in business to vocational ministry and serves as an Worship Pastor at Seabreeze Church in Huntington Beach, CA. Links Mentioned: The Antioch Project The 17:6 Network Seabreeze Church Episode 1 & Episode 2 – […]2018-03-191h 09Christian Challenge CSUCUp the Down Staircase - Matt SturdevantJoseph's life was a series of defining moments and years of faithfulness and hard work. In this talk, Matt Sturdevant covers the defining moments in the life of Joseph and what we can learn from them.
2018-03-1636 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP046: Filter NeededWelcome to Episode 46! This week’s episode is a message I gave at Hope Church, called Filter Needed. We are surrounded by a variety of messages from friends, television, the internet, and, yes, the movies. In this message, hear how you can use the Bible as a trusted filter to determine what is true and […]2018-03-1448 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP046: Filter NeededWelcome to Episode 46! This week’s episode is a message I gave at Hope Church, called Filter Needed. We are surrounded by a variety of messages from friends, television, the internet, and, yes, the movies. In this message, hear how you can use the Bible as a trusted filter to determine what is true and […]2018-03-1448 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP045: Launch of Season 2!Welcome to Episode 45! This is officially the launch of Season 2 of the Ministry Mentor Podcast. This week’s episode is s short update on what all has happened in my life over the last six months that we’ve been on break. A major family update: on August 1, 2017 my wife Jessica gave birth […]2018-03-0607 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP045: Launch of Season 2!Welcome to Episode 45! This is officially the launch of Season 2 of the Ministry Mentor Podcast. This week’s episode is s short update on what all has happened in my life over the last six months that we’ve been on break. A major family update: on August 1, 2017 my wife Jessica gave birth […]2018-03-0607 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP044: July 10, 1993 – A day I’ll never forget!Welcome to Episode 44! Twenty four years ago today, something happened in my life that I’ll never forget. It was painful, it was difficult and on this side of it, I’m grateful for the lessons learned. Today, I’m briefly sharing the story and lessons learned. Links Mentioned: Bentley Dental 17:6 Network Antioch Project Episode 10 – […]2017-07-1117 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP044: July 10, 1993 – A day I’ll never forget!Welcome to Episode 44! Twenty four years ago today, something happened in my life that I’ll never forget. It was painful, it was difficult and on this side of it, I’m grateful for the lessons learned. Today, I’m briefly sharing the story and lessons learned. Links Mentioned: Bentley Dental 17:6 Network Antioch Project Episode 10 – […]2017-07-1117 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP043: Categories for Making DecisionsWelcome to Episode 43! This week’s episode is a brief clip from a recent talk that one of my mentors gave to a group of men and women who are training for careers in vocational ministry. In about 10 minutes, Harold Bullock, outlines some crucial categories when evaluating the future. Links Mentioned: Hope Church Episode […]2017-07-0320 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP043: Categories for Making DecisionsWelcome to Episode 43! This week’s episode is a brief clip from a recent talk that one of my mentors gave to a group of men and women who are training for careers in vocational ministry. In about 10 minutes, Harold Bullock, outlines some crucial categories when evaluating the future. Links Mentioned: Hope Church Episode […]2017-07-0320 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP042: Chosen But StrugglingWelcome to Episode 42! This week’s episode is a recent message I gave at Hope Church, called Chosen But Struggling. God chose Abraham for a very special assignment, and gave him a unique test. We know Abraham today as the Father of our Faith and Friend of God, but what can we learn from his […]2017-06-2641 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP042: Chosen But StrugglingWelcome to Episode 42! This week’s episode is a recent message I gave at Hope Church, called Chosen But Struggling. God chose Abraham for a very special assignment, and gave him a unique test. We know Abraham today as the Father of our Faith and Friend of God, but what can we learn from his […]2017-06-2641 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP041: A Conversation with the Teaching Team at Hope ChurchWelcome to Episode 41! This week’s conversation is a round table discussion with members of the teaching team at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. Hear what Associate Pastors, Brian Cropp, Stephen Daniel and Ben McSpadden have learned about communicating, the importance of a personal devotional life and teaming in Ministry. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The […]2017-06-1955 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP041: A Conversation with the Teaching Team at Hope ChurchWelcome to Episode 41! This week’s conversation is a round table discussion with members of the teaching team at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. Hear what Associate Pastors, Brian Cropp, Stephen Daniel and Ben McSpadden have learned about communicating, the importance of a personal devotional life and teaming in Ministry. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The […]2017-06-1955 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP040: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Stephen DanielWelcome to Episode 40! This week’s conversation is with Stephen Daniel. Stephen recently transitioned from a career in business to vocational ministry and serves as an Associate Pastor at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program developed by the […]2017-06-0639 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP040: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Stephen DanielWelcome to Episode 40! This week’s conversation is with Stephen Daniel. Stephen recently transitioned from a career in business to vocational ministry and serves as an Associate Pastor at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program developed by the […]2017-06-0639 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP039: Life’s BattlefieldWelcome to Episode 39! This week’s episode is a recent message I gave at Hope Church, called Life’s Battlefield. Throughout the Bible, we see that we are in a fight (Cosmic War – Ephesians 6). We are always facing opposition (Flesh, World, Devil) and if we will battle effectively as God directs, He gives the […]2017-06-0249 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP039: Life’s BattlefieldWelcome to Episode 39! This week’s episode is a recent message I gave at Hope Church, called Life’s Battlefield. Throughout the Bible, we see that we are in a fight (Cosmic War – Ephesians 6). We are always facing opposition (Flesh, World, Devil) and if we will battle effectively as God directs, He gives the […]2017-06-0249 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP038: A Conversation with Senior Pastor, Bevan UnrauWelcome to Episode 38! This week’s conversation is with Bevan Unrau. Bevan is the Senior Pastor at Seabreeze Church in Huntington Beach, CA. He has served at Seabreeze for over two decades. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program developed by the 17:6 Network for men […]2017-05-2557 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP038: A Conversation with Senior Pastor, Bevan UnrauWelcome to Episode 38! This week’s conversation is with Bevan Unrau. Bevan is the Senior Pastor at Seabreeze Church in Huntington Beach, CA. He has served at Seabreeze for over two decades. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program developed by the 17:6 Network for men […]2017-05-2557 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP037: A Conversation with Tarrant Baptist Association Executive Director, Dr. David BowmanWelcome to Episode 37! This week’s conversation is with Dr. David Bowman. Dr. David Bowman serves as Executive Director for the Tarrant Baptist Association in Fort Worth, Texas. He is also a member of the Coaching4Clergy faculty and a Lead Navigator for Auxano Consulting. He leads alongside a team of Coaching4Clergy faculty members and Church […]2017-05-151h 03Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP037: A Conversation with Tarrant Baptist Association Executive Director, Dr. David BowmanWelcome to Episode 37! This week’s conversation is with Dr. David Bowman. Dr. David Bowman serves as Executive Director for the Tarrant Baptist Association in Fort Worth, Texas. He is also a member of the Coaching4Clergy faculty and a Lead Navigator for Auxano Consulting. He leads alongside a team of Coaching4Clergy faculty members and Church […]2017-05-151h 03Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP036: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Bruce WoodWelcome to Episode 36! This week’s conversation is with Bruce Wood. Bruce is an Associate Pastor at Orangecrest Community Church in Riverside, CA. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program developed by the 17:6 Network for men and women who feel called to full-time vocational […]2017-05-0853 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP036: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Bruce WoodWelcome to Episode 36! This week’s conversation is with Bruce Wood. Bruce is an Associate Pastor at Orangecrest Community Church in Riverside, CA. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program developed by the 17:6 Network for men and women who feel called to full-time vocational […]2017-05-0853 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP035: A Conversation with Author, Speaker, Coach & Ministry Consultant, John StrappazonWelcome to Episode 35! This week’s conversation is with John Strappazon. John Strappazon or “Strap” as may call him, has over 30 years experience in College Ministry and has served as a staff member or Director in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, […]2017-05-021h 16The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP035: A Conversation with Author, Speaker, Coach & Ministry Consultant, John StrappazonWelcome to Episode 35! This week’s conversation is with John Strappazon. John Strappazon or “Strap” as may call him, has over 30 years experience in College Ministry and has served as a staff member or Director in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, […]2017-05-021h 16Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP034: A Conversation with Worship Pastor, Cody FlanneryWelcome to Episode 34! This week’s conversation is with Cody Flannery. Cody is an Associate Pastor at Orangecrest Community Church in Riverside, CA. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program developed by the 17:6 Network for men and women who feel called to full-time vocational […]2017-04-2556 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP034: A Conversation with Worship Pastor, Cody FlanneryWelcome to Episode 34! This week’s conversation is with Cody Flannery. Cody is an Associate Pastor at Orangecrest Community Church in Riverside, CA. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program developed by the 17:6 Network for men and women who feel called to full-time vocational […]2017-04-2556 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP033: A Game Plan for Facing TroubleWelcome to Episode 33! This week we are taking a break from a conversation and I’m sharing a recent message I gave at Hope Church. The topic if this message is something crucial for everyone, especially those in their 20s…a game plan for facing trouble. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a […]2017-04-1844 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP033: A Game Plan for Facing TroubleWelcome to Episode 33! This week we are taking a break from a conversation and I’m sharing a recent message I gave at Hope Church. The topic if this message is something crucial for everyone, especially those in their 20s…a game plan for facing trouble. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a […]2017-04-1844 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP032: The Decision TrainWelcome to Episode 32! This week we are taking a break from a conversation and I’m sharing a recent message I gave at Hope Church. The topic if this message is something crucial for everyone, especially those in their 20s. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training […]2017-04-1046 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP032: The Decision TrainWelcome to Episode 32! This week we are taking a break from a conversation and I’m sharing a recent message I gave at Hope Church. The topic if this message is something crucial for everyone, especially those in their 20s. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training […]2017-04-1046 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP031: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Jon McWhorterWelcome to Episode 31! This week’s conversation is with Jon McWhorter. Jon is an Associate Pastor at Orangecrest Community Church in Riverside, CA. He has been on staff at OCC since February 2016 and brings a fresh perspective as someone who has recently made the transition from business in to full-time vocational ministry. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: […]2017-04-031h 01Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP031: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Jon McWhorterWelcome to Episode 31! This week’s conversation is with Jon McWhorter. Jon is an Associate Pastor at Orangecrest Community Church in Riverside, CA. He has been on staff at OCC since February 2016 and brings a fresh perspective as someone who has recently made the transition from business in to full-time vocational ministry. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: […]2017-04-031h 01The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP030: A Conversation with Connexxion Bonn Director, Anja GeilertWelcome to Episode 30! This week’s conversation is with Anja Geilert. Anja is the founder and director of Connexxion Bonn, a ministry to university students in Bonn, Germany. Anja grew up in East Germany and didn’t hear the gospel until she was 20 years old, but after becoming a follower of Christ, she knew that […]2017-03-2759 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP030: A Conversation with Connexxion Bonn Director, Anja GeilertWelcome to Episode 30! This week’s conversation is with Anja Geilert. Anja is the founder and director of Connexxion Bonn, a ministry to university students in Bonn, Germany. Anja grew up in East Germany and didn’t hear the gospel until she was 20 years old, but after becoming a follower of Christ, she knew that […]2017-03-2759 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP029: A Conversation with Tarrant Baptist Association CFO, Gary CrowellWelcome to Episode 29! This week’s conversation is with Gary Crowell. Gary Crowell serves as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Tarrant Baptist Association (TBA), in Fort Worth, Texas. He has been part of the TBA team since 2002. He is passionate about keeping churches financially and legally sound. Gary facilitates numerous consultations, coaching sessions, and […]2017-03-201h 00Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP029: A Conversation with Tarrant Baptist Association CFO, Gary CrowellWelcome to Episode 29! This week’s conversation is with Gary Crowell. Gary Crowell serves as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Tarrant Baptist Association (TBA), in Fort Worth, Texas. He has been part of the TBA team since 2002. He is passionate about keeping churches financially and legally sound. Gary facilitates numerous consultations, coaching sessions, and […]2017-03-201h 00The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP028: A Conversation with Kids’ & Women’s Ministry Director, Rhonda GayleWelcome to Episode 28! This week’s conversation is with Rhonda Gayle. Rhonda Gayle is the Director of Kids’ Ministry and Women’s Programming at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. She has been on staff at Hope since 2006. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program […]2017-03-1059 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP028: A Conversation with Kids’ & Women’s Ministry Director, Rhonda GayleWelcome to Episode 28! This week’s conversation is with Rhonda Gayle. Rhonda Gayle is the Director of Kids’ Ministry and Women’s Programming at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. She has been on staff at Hope since 2006. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training program […]2017-03-1059 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP027: A Conversation with an Overseas WorkerWelcome to Episode 27! This week’s conversation is with an Overseas worker in Asia. This weeks episode is a little different than my previous episodes, in that I have a conversation with an overseas worker serving in Asia and for security reasons, I’m not printing his name or photo in the show notes. We use […]2017-03-0351 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP027: A Conversation with an Overseas WorkerWelcome to Episode 27! This week’s conversation is with an Overseas worker in Asia. This weeks episode is a little different than my previous episodes, in that I have a conversation with an overseas worker serving in Asia and for security reasons, I’m not printing his name or photo in the show notes. We use […]2017-03-0351 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP026: A Conversation with Director of Church Starting, Jay HarrisWelcome to Episode 26! This week’s conversation is with Jay Harris. Jay Harris brings nearly 50 years in Christian ministry to his work training, equipping, and developing Christian leaders. He has served since 2008 with Coaching4Clergy (C4C) where he presently serves as a trainer, faculty member, and mentor coach. Jay is the Director of Church […]2017-02-2449 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP026: A Conversation with Director of Church Starting, Jay HarrisWelcome to Episode 26! This week’s conversation is with Jay Harris. Jay Harris brings nearly 50 years in Christian ministry to his work training, equipping, and developing Christian leaders. He has served since 2008 with Coaching4Clergy (C4C) where he presently serves as a trainer, faculty member, and mentor coach. Jay is the Director of Church […]2017-02-2449 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP025: A Conversation with Director of Leadership, Becky BiserWelcome to Episode 25! This week’s conversation is with Beck Biser. Becky Biser serves as Director of Leadership Development for Tarrant Baptist Association. She began working for TBA in 1977 as a staff member at what is now called Riverbend Retreat Center. She later joined TBA as a ministry assistant. Becky is a connector and […]2017-02-171h 01The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP025: A Conversation with Director of Leadership, Becky BiserWelcome to Episode 25! This week’s conversation is with Beck Biser. Becky Biser serves as Director of Leadership Development for Tarrant Baptist Association. She began working for TBA in 1977 as a staff member at what is now called Riverbend Retreat Center. She later joined TBA as a ministry assistant. Becky is a connector and […]2017-02-171h 01Matt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP024: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Jerry RobertsWelcome to Episode 24! This week’s conversation is with Jerry Roberts. Jerry is an Associate Pastor at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. He oversees the business office building and facilities for Hope. Prior to being called to vocational ministry, Jerry enjoyed over 40 years of a successful business career. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch […]2017-02-1058 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP024: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Jerry RobertsWelcome to Episode 24! This week’s conversation is with Jerry Roberts. Jerry is an Associate Pastor at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. He oversees the business office building and facilities for Hope. Prior to being called to vocational ministry, Jerry enjoyed over 40 years of a successful business career. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch […]2017-02-1058 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP023: A Conversation with Antioch Project Graduate, Stephen DanielWelcome to Episode 23! This week’s conversation is with Stephen Daniel. Stephen is a graduate of the Antioch Project and currently working in business as he wraps up his final studies and earns a Masters of Divinity degree through the Antioch Immerse Program. He and his wife and their three children live in Fort Worth, […]2017-02-0347 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP022: A Conversation with Student Pastor, Todd DunhamWelcome to Episode 22! This week’s conversation is with Todd Dunham. Todd is the Student Pastor at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX, overseeing the 6th – 12th graders. He shares from his 25+ years of working with students. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: The Antioch Project The Antioch Project is a 5 year, ministry leadership training […]2017-01-271h 01The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP021: A Conversation with Associate Pastor (soon to be Lead Pastor), Christian WilliamsWelcome to Episode 21! This week’s conversation is with Christian Williams. Christian is currently the Associate Pastor of Care, Connections and Men’s Events at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. I first met Christian and his wife Sarah when they started attending Hope Church 12 years ago. In our conversation, Christian shares in depth […]2017-01-201h 14The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP019: New Year’s Bonus EpisodeWelcome to Episode 19! A Special Saturday, New Year’s Bonus Episode! I had the opportunity to speak on New Year’s Day at my home church in Fort Worth, TX where I’m the Executive Pastor. The message was titled “Everything is Awesome” and tried to give perspective, encouragement and a challenge as we begin 2017. I hope […]2017-01-0747 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP018: A Conversation with Founding & Senior Pastor, Gary HamiltonWelcome to Episode 18! This week’s conversation is with Gary Hamilton. Gary is the Founding & Senior Pastor of Chico Community Church in Chico, CA. He and his wife started CCC over 25 years ago. Links Mentioned: Chico Community Church NorthStar Training Program Episode 4 – My Conversation with Randy Lanthripe The 17:6 Network Hope […]2017-01-0646 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP017: Reflecting back on 2016 and looking forward to 2017Welcome to Episode 17! This is the FINAL episode of 2016. In this last episode of the year, we’ll briefly reflect back on the first 16 episodes of the Ministry Mentor Podcast, the year 2016 and look forward to 2017. Links Mentioned: Episode Recap MMP001 – Introduction to the Ministry Mentor Podcast – 9/7/16 MMP002 […]2016-12-3021 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP016: Christmas Bonus EpisodeWelcome to Episode 16! We are just 2 days from Christmas 2016. This week (and next) we are breaking from our regular format of me interviewing ministry leaders from across the nation. As we get ready to celebrate Christmas in just 2 days, I wanted to share a recent message I did at my home […]2016-12-2338 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP014: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Ben McSpaddenWelcome to Episode 14! This week’s conversation is with Ben McSpadden. Ben is the Associate Pastor of Connections & Missions at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX. He has been on staff at Hope Church since 2008. Links Mentioned: Episode Sponsor: The Antioch Project The 17:6 Network Episode 13 – My Conversation with Thad King […]2016-12-091h 10The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP013: A Conversation with Senior Pastor, Thad KingWelcome to Episode 13! This week’s conversation is with Thad King. Thad is the Founding and Senior Pastor of Pierpoint Church in Huntington Beach, CA. Thad was my mentor between 1998-2002 when I was in college and a recent graduate, and today, a dear friend. I’m excited to share one of my mentors with you […]2016-12-0248 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP012: 2016 Black Friday Bonus EpisodeWelcome to episode 12…a special Black Friday bonus episode! This week is a special Bonus Episode of the Ministry Mentor Podcast. The conversations I have with my guests often last much longer than what is part of the episode you hear. From time to time I’ll be sharing content with you that was specially recorded […]2016-11-2530 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP011: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Tim HearonWelcome to Episode 11! This week’s conversation is with Tim Hearon. Tim is the Associate Pastor at Chico Community Church in Chico, CA. After a 10 year career in Campus Ministry at Universities in both Oklahoma and California, Tim recently made a transition to doing ministry in the local church context. Links Mentioned: University of Oklahoma […]2016-11-1841 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP010: A Conversation with Program Administrator, Lindsay LanthripeWelcome to Episode 10! This week’s conversation is with Lindsay Lanthripe. Lindsay is the Program Administrator for the 17:6 Network. Links Mentioned: Episode Recap Episode 2 – My Story Episode 3 – Brian Cropp, Associate Pastor at Hope Church Episode 4 – Randy Lanthripe, Sr. Pastor at Church In the Valley Episode 5 – Thad […]2016-11-1128 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP009: A Conversation with Christian Challenge Director, David WorcesterWelcome to Episode 9! This week’s conversation is with David Worcester. David is the Director of Christian Challenge at San Diego State University in San Diego, CA. Links Mentioned: Connexxion Student Ministry The Wisdom Conference with Harold Bullock Christian Challenge SDSU Mission Trails Church John Worcester Episode 7 – My Conversation with Paul Worcester Essentials […]2016-11-0430 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP008: A Conversation with Associate Pastor, Elliot EdwardsWelcome to Episode 8! This week’s conversation is with Elliot Edwards. Elliot is an Associate Pastor at Seabreeze Church in Huntington Beach, CA. In 2012 he made the transition from a business career to vocation ministry as an Associate Pastor. Links Mentioned: Connexxion Student Ministry Episode 6 – My Conversation with Josh De La Rosa […]2016-10-2847 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP007: A Conversation with Christian Challenge Director, Paul WorcesterWelcome to Episode 7! This week’s conversation is with Paul Worcester. Paul is the Founder and Director of Christian Challenge at California State University Chico in Chico, California. Links Mentioned: Christian Challenge CSUC Chico Community Church Episode 2 – My Story Book: The Insanity of God by Nick Ripken LifeShapingResources.com Lighting Round Notes: Books: Sharper Strokes by […]2016-10-2153 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP006: A Conversation with Senior Pastor, Josh De La RosaWelcome to Episode 6! This week’s conversation is with Josh De La Rosa. Josh is the Founding and Senior Pastor at Orangecrest Community Church in Riverside, CA. and in February 2017 is looking forward to celebrating Orangecrest’s 9th Anniversary. Links Mentioned: Episode 2 – My Story The Antioch Project Orangecrest Community Church Church In the Valley 17:6 Network Lighting […]2016-10-1452 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP005: A Conversation with Administrative Pastor, Thad LanthripeWelcome to Episode 5! This week’s conversation is with Thad Lanthripe. Thad is the Administrative Pastor at Church in the Valley, in Diamond Bar, CA. and in 2013 made a transition from a business career to vocational ministry in the local church. Links Mentioned: Church In the Valley 17:6 Network Episode 4 – My conversation with Randy […]2016-10-0749 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP004: A Conversation with Senior Pastor, Randy LanthripeWelcome to Episode 4! This week’s conversation is with Randy Lanthripe. Randy is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Church in the Valley, in Diamond Bar, CA. and has been in vocational ministry for over 28 years. Links Mentioned: Church In the Valley 17:6 Network The Antioch Project NorthStar Training Book: Hidden Worldviews Lighting Round Notes: Books/Resources […]2016-09-3046 minThe Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP003: A Conversation with Worship & Arts Pastor, Brian CroppWelcome to Episode 2! This week’s conversation is with Brian Cropp. Brian is the Associate Pastor of Worship, Arts and communications at Hope Church and has been in vocational ministry since February 2006. Links Mentioned: Hope Church The Antioch Project 17:6 Network NorthStar Training BrianThomasCropp.com Lighting Round Notes: Books/Resources Good to Great by Jim […]2016-09-2354 minMatt SturdevantPodcast Episodes – Matt SturdevantMMP002: Getting to Know the Ministry Mentor, Matt SturdevantWelcome to Episode 2! In this week’s episode, my good friend (and future guests) Brian Cropp has a similar conversation with me that I’ll be having with my guests. This episode allows you to get to know me a little better and get a feel for the format of the show moving forward. Special thanks […]2016-09-161h 04The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP002: Getting to Know the Ministry Mentor, Matt SturdevantWelcome to Episode 2! In this week’s episode, my good friend (and future guests) Brian Cropp has a similar conversation with me that I’ll be having with my guests. This episode allows you to get to know me a little better and get a feel for the format of the show moving forward. Special thanks […]2016-09-161h 04The Ministry Mentor Podcast with Matt SturdevantMMP001: Introduction to the Ministry Mentor PodcastWelcome to the first episode of the Ministry Mentor!2016-09-0717 min