Listen ""Getting to Know Jesus" - Teaching the Bible with Relational Language with Rev. Paul Schult"
Episode Synopsis
Paul Schult, a pastor from Redwood City, California, joins us for a captivating discussion on transforming faith and leadership within the church. Explore the journey of his congregation's rebranding to Bridge City Church and delve into the relational depth of Christianity explored in his book, "Getting to Know Jesus." Learn how Paul uses relationship-driven perspectives on theological concepts, such as the Ten Commandments and the Apostles' Creed, to make faith more personal and impactful, reflecting on the importance of Martin Luther's small catechism in teaching faith relationally.Get his book here: Leadership and discipleship are at the heart of this episode as we discuss Jesus' model of nurturing small group relationships to encourage spiritual growth. Discover the essence of Christ-like leadership, where fostering humility, equipping individuals for ministry, and overcoming challenges like institutional busyness are paramount. Paul shares insights into the importance of life-on-life discipleship that goes beyond traditional preaching, advocating for gifted teachers to enrich church communities and inspire a multiplying effect.Finally, we navigate the dynamic landscape of ministry in the secular Bay Area, highlighting the innovative strategies needed to engage diverse communities. From embracing contextual hospitality to adopting a missionary mindset, we cover emerging trends and the importance of adaptive leadership. Hear about Corey Garrity's visionary replanting of Bridge City Church and the innovative young adult ministry, Collective, as inspiring models for engaging the unchurched. This episode is a call to empower congregants and build well-rounded teams that prioritize God's mission amidst the challenges of modern ministry.Support the showJoin the Lead Time Newsletter! (Weekly Updates and Upcoming Episodes)https://www.uniteleadership.org/lead-time-podcast#newsletterVisit uniteleadership.org
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