Best Alex Seminary Podcasts (2025)

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From 300 to 2,500: Building a Leadership Pipeline That Fuels Growth with Chris Vaught 38:40

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Welcome back to another episode of the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re joined by Dr. Chris Vaught, lead pastor of Connection Point Church (CPC) in Missouri. Under his leadership, CPC has grown from 300 people in 2011 to over 2,500 today across multiple campuses. With a passion for raising up the next generation of kingdom leaders, Chris has built a…

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Isaiah 3–4: On Oppressive Baby Princes, Arboreal Imagery, and Irreligiously Esteemed Beauty (Ep. 155) 52:35

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In this episode of Bible Talk, Alex chats with Jim and Sam about Isaiah 3–4, a poignant passage about—what else?—God's glory in salvation through judgment.By 9Marks

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Prophets | Jeremiah Part 1 1:25:00

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Jeremiah, the weeping prophet, is a little different from the others. As the exile gets closer to becoming a reality, the people of Israel lash out at God's prophet. Even Jeremiah isn't spared from talking back to God.By Gateway Seminary

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Clarity Is Kindness: Simplifying Next Steps in a Growing Church with Ashley Lentz 33:52

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Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re talking with Ashley Lentz from Lutheran Church of Hope in Iowa. As the Connections Pastor at one of the largest and fastest-growing churches in the country, Ashley brings a wealth of practical insight into creating personal connection in a growing church. Struggling to connect new guests and help …

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Isaiah 2: On the Nations Streaming, Swords Disappearing, and Sparks Flying (Ep. 154) 53:22

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In Isaiah 2, Isaiah envisions a glorious future where all the nations stream to worship the Lord and all their inhabitants lay down their weapons forever. Alex, Jim, and Sam discuss and, for the first time in a while, disagree.By 9Marks

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Prophets | Nahum 43:25

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The punishment and fall of the Assyrians. God is patient and His justice is comfort.By Gateway Seminary

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Who’s the Next You? Building a Gen Z Residency Pipeline with Dave Miller 35:50

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Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re joined by returning guest and friend of the show, Dave Miller. With a background in worship and creative arts ministry across Las Vegas, Kentucky, and Michigan, Dave now leads Leadership Pathway, an organization focused on helping the next generation of church leaders take their healthiest first s…

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Isaiah 1: On Israel Becoming Like Sodom and Gomorrah and the LORD’s Gracious Invitation (Ep. 153) 58:48

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We’ve started a new book: Isaiah. In Isaiah 1, the prophet explains Israel’s heart problem, and what they need to do—or believe!—in order to fix it. Alex Duke, Jim Hamilton, and Sam Emadi discuss.By 9Marks

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Prophets | Habakkuk 44:44

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The prophet Habukkuk questions God's method of punishment. A bold move to doubt the creator of the universe, but by the end, Habakkuk provides a prayer that includes a new reverence and faith in God.By Gateway Seminary

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On Rules for Reading the Prophets, None of Which Jim Likes (Ep. 152) 47:50

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After a summer delay, Bible Talk is back! And we’re switching genres . . . or do genres even exist? Alex Duke, Jim Hamilton, and Sam Emadi discuss “rules” for reading prophetic literature. (Spoiler: Jim doesn’t like the rules.)By 9Marks

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Prophets | Zephaniah 38:23

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The Book of Zephaniah is about the day of the Lord, "A Day of Purging". Find out about this day of the Lord where Israel AND the surrounding nations are called to judgement YEARS before Revelation.By Gateway Seminary

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$100M Book Launch? What Your Church Can Learn from Alex Hormozi 21:36

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In this special rushed episode of the unSeminary Podcast, Rich unpacks the biggest nonfiction book launch in history: Alex Hormozi’s $100M Book Launch. Alex didn’t rely on TikTok trends, billboards, or mass media. Instead, he orchestrated a carefully choreographed campaign that leaned heavily on email — sometimes sending seven to nine emails in a s…

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Reclaiming Silenced Voices: Women, Scripture & the Church with Taylor Scott-Reimer 31:45

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Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re talking with Taylor Scott-Reimer, a dynamic speaker, advocate, and author of She Believed: Recovering the Fierce Faith of the Women of Scripture — and Ourselves. Is your church truly inviting the full participation of women? Are female leaders empowered to speak, shape, and serve—or are t…

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Prophets | Isaiah Part 2 1:16:38

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In this episode, Dr. Wegner overviews the second half of the book of Isaiah. To get a more in depth look you can go back and listen to our first season which goes chapter by chapter through the entire book of Isaiah.By Gateway Seminary

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One Prayer That Changed Everything: Building an Invite Culture with Zenzo Matoga 33:50

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Welcome back to another episode of the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re talking with Zenzo Matoga, Senior Pastor of Impact Church in Boston, Massachusetts. Originally from Malawi, Africa, Zenzo brings a passion for evangelism shaped by the revival crusades of Reinhard Bonnke. Under Zenzo’s leadership, Impact Church has become one of the fastest-grow…

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Prophets | Isaiah Part 1 1:37:24

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Dr. Wegner takes us through a general overview of the first half of the book of Isaiah. To get a more in depth look you can go back and watch our first season which goes chapter by chapter through the entire book of Isaiah.By Gateway Seminary

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Don’t Make It Hard: Welcoming Newcomers to Faith with Robert Watson 35:37

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Thanks for tuning in to this episode of unSeminary! A quick heads-up: Rich experienced some sound issues during the recording; thank you for bearing with us. Fortunately, our guest, Robert Watson, comes through loud and clear, and you won’t want to miss the incredible insights he shares. Thanks for your grace and enjoy the conversation! Welcome bac…

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In the Beginning Was the Word: A Bonus Bible Talk Episode 29:40

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In this special episode, Alex and Sam talk to Jim about his new book on John’s Gospel. Bible Talk is brought to you by 9Marks and Southern Seminary. To learn more about Southern Seminary, visit https://www.sbts.eduBy 9Marks

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Prophets | Micah 1:18:49

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Old Testament Prophets quoting each other? It's not as likely as you might think. But Jeremiah does use passages from Micah to defend himself to the public, years after Micah's own message was ignored by the people he himself was sent to.By Gateway Seminary

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Leading Staff Teams Well: Behind-the-Scenes Lessons from Growing Churches 40:36

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In this special roundup episode of the unSeminary podcast, we highlight key insights from three previously recorded interviews focused on strengthening church staff teams. In celebration of the Summer 2025 issue of Executive Pastor Magazine, this curated compilation revisits rich conversations with leadership experts Dr. Ryan Hartwig and Dr. Warren…

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Prophets | Hosea 1:16:37

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The book of Hosea is both a warning and an explanation for those in exile. In this episode, Tyler and Dr. Wegner explore the significance of Hosea's marriage to Gomer, representing Israel's unfaithfulness to God, and the names of their children which symbolize God's judgment and eventual redemption.By Gateway Seminary

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When Tech Holds Your Church Back: IT Fixes You Should Make with Steece Hayes 36:16

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Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re joined by Steece Hayes, a bi-vocational pastor and account manager at Higher Ground Managed IT, part of the ACS Technologies family. Is your ministry struggling with unreliable tech, security risks, or outdated systems—and you’re not even sure where to begin fixing it? Tune in as Steece brings pra…

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Prophets | Amos 1:19:47

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The Prophet Farmerly Known as Amos.By Gateway Seminary

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Spirit-Led Strategy: Smarter Church Decisions Without Losing Your Soul with Yolanda Stewart 37:20

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Thanks for tuning in to this episode of unSeminary! A quick heads-up: Rich experienced some sound issues during the recording; thank you for bearing with us. Fortunately, our guest Yolanda comes through loud and clear, and you won’t want to miss the incredible insights she shares. Thanks for your grace and enjoy the conversation! Do you ever feel l…

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Prophets | Jonah 1:10:11

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If you haven't watched the Veggie Tales movie...you should after listening to this episode. While the book of Jonah is placed later in the section of Prophets in the Bible, it actually takes place first in the historical timeline. This week, Tyler and Dr. Wegner take a look at this iconic book and analyze how good of a prophet Jonah really is.…

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Why Your Church Isn’t Seeing Christmas Growth 9:52

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You’re not alone. Many churches hope for big impact at Christmas but end up seeing minimal growth, and it’s not because your people don’t care or your services aren’t good enough. In this final installment of our 3-part summer series on planning for Christmas, Rich Birch unpacks the real reasons why churches miss the mark—and […]…

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Why Your Church Staff Might Be Out of Alignment (and How to Fix It) with Devin Goins 38:22

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Welcome to the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re talking with Devin Goins, Executive Pastor of Strategic Development at Biltmore Church in western North Carolina, one of the fastest-growing churches in the country. Is your church growing but you’re struggling to keep your team aligned and rowing in the same direction? Tune in as Devin outlines a […]…

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Wisdom Books | Songs of Solomon 48:45

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Have you ever wondered why Songs of Solomon is located after the wisdom books in the Bible? That's because, it's a wisdom book! While that might seem strange, there are several interesting elements that prove there is more to Songs than what meets the eye.By Gateway Seminary

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3 Churches That Leveraged Christmas Well … and What You Should Copy This Year 9:53

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What if you could double your church’s attendance this Christmas … just by doing what other growing churches already do? In this second installment of our special Christmas planning series, Rich Birch unpacks three real-life examples from churches that didn’t leave Christmas up to chance—and saw incredible results. These churches represent differen…

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Dream Again: A Church’s Journey from Debt to Deep Impact with Mike Winger 31:21

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Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re talking with Mike Winger, Executive Pastor at Mosaic Christian Church in the Baltimore-Washington area. What does it take to launch a bold new vision while carrying the weight of financial obstacles? Tune in as Mike unpacks the multi-year process that led to Mosaic’s Unlimited campaign—on…

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Wisdom Books | Ecclesiastes 1:10:06

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A common misconception about the book of Ecclesiastes is that it is very pessimistic. In actual fact, there is great comfort throughout the book that while life without God is meaningless, there is great satisfaction found when we cling to the Lord, and only to Him.By Gateway Seminary

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Why Christmas Can Still Be the Biggest Service of the Year At Your Church 10:23

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Is your church treating Christmas like the massive growth opportunity it truly is? In today’s solo episode, Rich explores why Christmas remains the most strategic moment in the church calendar for reaching new people, even in a post-pandemic world. Drawing on compelling stats and years of experience helping churches grow, Rich makes a compelling ca…

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Leading Through Stress Without Burning Out with Charles Stone 30:22

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Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re joined by Dr. Charles Stone, seasoned pastor, author, and leadership coach. Feeling overwhelmed by the constant demands of ministry? Looking for biblical practices that can help reduce anxiety and fuel long-term health? Tune in as Charles shares insights from his latest book, Stress Less, blending…

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Wisdom Books | Proverbs 1:11:05

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Did you know that there are many different kinds of Proverbs? While the book is "Wisdom Literature", there are many different messages in the Scriptures.By Gateway Seminary