Best Luke Staver Podcasts (2025)

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The SBC's Turning Point (ft. Steve Deace) 32:03

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"One of the most important talks I've ever given" - Steve Deace at CBL's "For the Faithful Majority" conference at SBC 2025. Steve Deace is the host of the “Steve Deace Show” and a columnist for Blaze News. On his show, he serves up principled conservatism daily, with a snarky twist. He is a best-selling author and movie producer, but most importan…

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A Faith Under Siege: The True Story of Christian Persecution in Ukraine (ft. Colby Barrett) 58:59

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Colby Barrett, to discuss his new documentary, "A Faith Under Siege," exposing Russia's brutal crackdown on faith in occupied Ukraine Colby Barrett is an entrepreneur, filmmaker, and former U.S. Marine Corps Captain who led infantry and scout/sniper platoo…

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Fired for His Faith: How the Transgender Movement Claimed Another Christian Victim (ft. Luke Ash) 49:33

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with bi-vocational Pastor, Luke Ash, to discuss his story and legal case after being fired for refusing to use trans pronouns at his job for the Baton Rouge Parish library. Luke in the News: https://www.christianpost.com/news/bi-vocational-pastor-fired-library-…

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Battle for Biblical Counseling: Sufficiency of Scripture vs. Secular Therapeutic (ft. Nick Sevier) 53:34

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Nick Sevier, Founder of Biblical Counselors Society, to discuss the state of biblical counseling and soul care, the nefarious encroachment of secularism via so-called "trauma-informed" or "clinically-informed" approaches, the sufficiency of scripture, and …

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Will Obergefell be Overturned? (ft. Mathew Staver) 31:07

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Mathew Staver, Senior Pastor, Founder and Chairman of Liberty Counsel, to discuss if the Supreme Court Case which sanctioned same-sex marriages, Obergefell v. Hodges, will be overturned? Mat Staver serves as Senior Pastor, Founder and Chairman of Liberty C…

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CBL Report: Leatherwood Leaves the ERLC 1:19:52

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe provides on update on Brent Leatherwood's resignation from the SBC's Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission. –––––– Follow Center for Baptist Leadership across Social Media: X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/BaptistLeaders Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/people/Center…

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Conviction, Courage, and Christ: The Life and Legacy of John MacArthur (ft. Grant Castleberry) 1:08:48

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Grant Castleberry, Senior Pastor of The King's Chapel, to share personal stories about John MacArthur, his life, and legacy. Grant Castleberry is the senior pastor of The King’s Chapel, Raleigh, NC and the president and founder of Unashamed Truth Ministrie…

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Red State Madness: Mayor Rob Burns Politically Punished for Being an Outspoken Christian Leader 1:25:03

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Robert Burns, Mayor of Monroe in North Carolina, to discuss political persecution for being an outspoken Christian leader. Robert Burns is the Mayor of Monroe, North Carolina, elected in November 2023 after a historic coin-toss victory following a tied ele…

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Pastor, Congressman, Diplomat: IRF Amb. Designee Mark Walker on the Global Fight for Religious Freedom 34:28

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Ambassador Designee for International Religious Freedom at the State Department, former Congressman and Pastor, Mark Walker, to discuss the global fight for religious freedom, working with President Trump, and his service as a pastor and congressman. Mark …

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The Four Groups in the SBC and Every Other Denomination (ft. Michael Clary) 1:18:55

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Pastor Michael Clary to discuss the four groups within the SBC: the Platform, which controls the agenda; the Reformers, advocating for transparency and reform; the Loyalists, aspiring to join the Platform; and the Normies, ordinary pastors unaware of inter…

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New Boss, Same Problems: Four More Years of Failure at the ERLC Part 2 1:23:45

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In today's part 2 episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with John Whitehead, an Attorney and ERLC Trustee to discuss the ongoing issues at the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) under Brent Leatherwood's leadership. Whitehead lays out the facts of Kevin Smith's resignation, why Leatherwood was ter…

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New Boss, Same Problems: Four More Years of Failure at the ERLC Part 1 (ft. Jon Whitehead) 1:27:01

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with John Whitehead, an Attorney and ERLC Trustee to discuss the ongoing issues at the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC). Whitehead criticizes the lack of change since Russell Moore's departure, highlighting…

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Is the SBC for Sale? How Progressive Money and Influence Is Subverting the SBC with Megan Basham 29:25

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Keynote Address from SBC at a Crossroads, hosted by Center for Baptist Leadership and Founders Ministries at the 2024 SBC Annual Meeting. Show Notes: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/cbl-at-sbc/ Megan Basham is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic and a culture reporter for The Daily Wire and a frequent contributor to Morning Wire. In her previo…

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SBC Elites Have Forgotten the Local Churches: Lewis Richerson on Calvinism, Cooperation, and the future of the SBC 36:01

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Lewis Richerson, Lead Pastor of Woodlawn Baptist Church, to discuss the state of the SBC heading into the annual meeting, issues with the ERLC, the need for financial transparency, and also theological clarity through the law amendment. Show Notes: https://centerforbaptistleadershi…

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The Danbury Institute and SBC 2025 with Scott Colter 45:24

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Scott Colter, Chairman & CEO of The Danbury Institute, to discuss SBC 2025, why and how Christians should engage in politics, and the upcoming Life and Liberty Forum at the Southern Baptist Convention which will feature key speakers and discussions on religious liberty and abortion…

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Congressman, Pastor, Baptist: Mark Harris on Fighting for the SBC and Serving in the Political Arena 27:35

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Mark Harris, United States Congressman (R-NC), Pastor of Trinity Baptist Church, and former North Carolina State Baptist Convention president, to discuss the SBC's drift towards "wokeism," why Christians must engage in politics, and the need for a spiritual awakening to restore Ame…

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"An earthquake is coming in the SBC” Willy Rice on the ERLC, Transparency, and the Law Amendment 1:14:11

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Dr. Willy Rice, Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Clearwater, Florida, to discuss what has gone wrong with the ERLC, the need for renewed trust through financial transparency, the law amendment, and what's in store for this year's SBC annual meeting in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Willy Ric…

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Christians Stand for Children and Liberty in Colorado: Update on the Fight HB1312 Effort (ft. Chase Davis) 37:09

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Join William Wolfe for today's special LIVE episode on the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, featuring Pastor Chase Davis, who provides an update on the movement to stop HB1312 in the Colorado Legislature. J. Chase Davis (M.Div, Th.M, Denver Seminary) is Lead Pastor of Ministry of The Well Church in Boulder, Colorado. Chase is married to Kim a…

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Financial Transparency or Bust: Why the SBC Must Open the Books Now (ft. Rhett Burns) 1:12:58

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Join William Wolfe in today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast, featuring Rhett Burns, Pastor of First Baptist Church. William & Rhett to discuss why the Southern Baptist Convention is declining in the number of churches and financial giving, how to regain trust through financial transparency, and the importance of Rhett's motio…

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Nails or Not? Correcting Christianity Today on the Crucifixion 56:25

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Join William Wolfe for a special LIVE episode for the Center for Baptist Leadership with Tom Ascol and Sam Webb to discuss Christianity Today's latest monstrosity. Show Notes: Christianity Today publishes "Was Jesus Crucified with Nails?" - https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/04/was-jesus-crucified-with-nails/ Original "uncorrected" Article from…

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Blue State Insanity: Colorado Democrats Advance Bill to Steal Kids from Christian Parents 1:13:46

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Join William Wolfe for today's special LIVE episode for the Center for Baptist Leadership with special guests Chase Davis and Jeff Hunt to discuss the radical pro-abortion and anti-family agenda of Colorado Democrats. Jeff Hunt is Co-Hose of The Jeff and Bill Show on 710KNUS in Denver Colorado. He previously led the Western Conservative Summit, one…

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A Light on the Hill: The History of Capitol Hill Baptist Church with Caleb Morell 1:06:27

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In Today's episode, William Wolfe sits down with Caleb Morell, Author of A Light on the Hill and Assistant Pastor at Capitol Hill Baptist Church, to unpack the faithful history of a baptist church in Washington DC from the 1860s till 2015 covering pastoral leadership, church discipline and bylaws, cultural battles, and more. Show Notes: Purchase A …

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Can the ERLC be Saved? (ft. Megan Basham, Jon Whitehead, Dave Mitzenmacher, David Schrock, John Michael LaRue, and Grant Newman) 2:12:01

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In Today's episode, the Center for Baptist Leadership and Christ Over All host a special XSpaces conversation entitled, "Can the ERLC be Saved?" with special guests William Wolfe, Megan Basham, Jon Whitehead, Dave Mitzenmacher, David Schrock, John Michael LaRue, and Grant Newman. Share the X Spaces Event – https://x.com/i/spaces/1lDxLzwroDRGm Times…

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The Future of the Fight to End Abortion After Dobbs with David Closson 1:07:39

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at the Family Research Council, to discuss the state of the pro-life movement, challenges after the Dobbs decision, the federal vs. state debate, and Closson's new book "Life After Roe: Equipping Christians in the Fight f…

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CBL at the White House: Faith Office Policy Roundtable and Prayer for President Trump 36:42

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe details his recent visit to the White House with President Trump for the Faith Office Policy Roundtable. Timestamps: 02:38 Overview of White House Faith Office 07:00 Concerns About Previous Administration: 10:00 Listening Session Details: 15:00 Pro-Life Policies and Personnel: 18:00 Immigration P…

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Has Wheaton Gone Woke? The Russ Vought Controversy and Fallout 43:51

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe is joined by Eric Teetsel, CEO of Center for Renewing America and 2006 Wheaton Alum, and Daniel Davis, Washington DC Communications Strategist and 2014 Wheaton Alum, to answer a very pressing question: "Has Wheaton Gone Woke?" #ForWheaton #WheatonCollege #RussVought #Alumni #EricTeetsel #DanielDa…

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Ordo Amoris: Christian or Not? JD Vance defends Righty Ordered Loves and the Left Loses their Minds 1:11:48

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe is joined by Nick Spencer, Director of Public Policy for The Family Foundation of Kentucky, and Daniel Strand, Professor of Ethics at the Air War College, to discuss Vice President JD Vance's recent comments on Christian principles, "ordo amoris," and the poor reactions from liberals and woke the…

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Andrew Tate, Biblical Masculinity, and Big Eva (ft. John Moody & Ethan Jago) 2:00:39

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In Today's LIVE episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe is joined by John Moody and Ethan Jago to debate biblical masculinity. John Moody is a farmer, homesteader, author, speaker, and activist who co-founded the Rogue Food Conference with Joel Salatin. The conference is an annual event that brings together innovative thinkers and passionate advo…

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God’s Mercy on America: How Trump’s First Week Proves It’s Time for Christians to Seize the Moment (ft. David Schrock & Joe Rigney) 1:17:23

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe is joined by David Schrock, Pastor of Preaching at Occoquan Bible Church, and Joe Rigney, Associate Pastor at Christ Church and Author of "Leadership & Emotional Sabotage," to discuss Donald Trump's second Inauguration, the impact of his first week back in office and what's in store for the futur…

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From Foot Soldiers to Leaders Evangelicals in the Conservative Movement (ft. Derrick Morgan) 1:17:06

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe is joined by Derrick Morgan, Executive Vice President of The Heritage Foundation, to discuss Derrick's journey from a non-religious upbringing to becoming a Southern Baptist leader. He highlights his early interest in politics, influenced by his pro-life views and basketball involvement. Morgan e…

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Regime Change in Syria: What Christians Need to Know (ft. Brandon J. Weichert) 1:30:52

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In today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe is joined by foreign policy expert Brandon Weichert to discuss everything going on in Syria. Watch the livestream here: Visit CenterForBaptistLeadership.org to learn more. Brandon J. Weichert is a former Congressional staffer and geopolitical analyst who is a contributor at The Washington Times, …

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Evangelical Elites vs. Donald Trump: Why It’s Good Trump Won and What to Expect Next (ft. Eric Teetsel) 1:39:19

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Eric Teetsel, Executive Vice President of the Center for Renewing America to discuss the role of Christians in politics, the impact of Trump's public policy on immigration, trade, abortion, families, and what's at stake in the years to come. #WilliamWolfe #EricTeetsel #Evangelical …

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2024 Election Livestream (ft. David Schrock & Steve Gentry) 1:07:45

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In Today's LIVE episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with David Schrock & Steve Gentry to discuss why Christians must vote and what is at stake in the 2024 election. #WilliamWolfe #DavidSchrock #SteveGentry #Election #Trump #Harris #Abortion #Character #Values #Faith #Christian #Baptist #Vote #Results Steve Gentry, Ph.D. is the Lead …

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Hurricane Helene Relief Update (ft. John Michael LaRue) 40:41

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In Today's LIVE episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Pastor John Michael LaRue, who just returned from Western North Carolina, to update us on recovery efforts and continuing needs. #JohnMichaelLaRue #BaptistLeaders #HurricaneHelene #Relief #Donate #Support #Give Pastor John Michael and his sweet wife Amanda moved to Dayton in M…

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High Stakes: Why Evangelicals Need to Get Informed and Go Vote, with NRB President Troy Miller 49:14

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Troy Miller, President and CEO of the National Religious Broadcasters Association (NRB), to discuss faith and politics, the role of the pastorate, the history of the Black Robed Regiment, the infamous Johnson amendment, and why Christians must become more engaged in 2024 and beyond…

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Presidential Debate Reaction (ft. Dusty Deevers) 1:31:23

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Dusty Deevers, Oklahoma State Senator & Pastor for Grace Reformed Baptist Church of Elgin, to react to last night's Presidential Debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. #DustyDeevers #Reaction #PresidentialDebate #DonaldTrump #KamalaHarris #Election #2024 Dusty Deevers is a …

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Why Stephen Feinstein No Longer Trusts the SBC Platform Leadership 1:14:40

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Stephen Feinstein, Pastor of Sovereign Way Christian Church and United States Army Reserve Chaplain, to discuss Stephen's concerns with SBC Platform leadership on the issues of power, money, and biblical authority. #CenterForBaptistLeadership #SBC2024 #StephenFeinstein #Conversion …

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LIVE: Center for Baptist Leadership - SBC 2024 (ft. Joshua Abbotoy) 1:48:36

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Joshua Abbotoy, Executive Director of American Reformer, to discuss the key issues before the 2024 Southern Baptist Convention in Indianapolis including the law amendment, financial transparency, voting on a new President, reforms to the ERLC, and much more. Register to attend "SBC…

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The SBC Under Attack: Megan Basham Explains How Progressive Megadonors Are Funding the Liberal Drift 1:17:20

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Megan Basham, Culture Reporter for The Daily Wire and Author of "Shepherds for Sale," to discuss her investigative research into progressive political actors and foundations which have infiltrated the Southern Baptist Convention through large financial grants to entities like the E…

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SBC Presidential Candidate Interview: Dr. David Allen 57:46

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Dr. David Allen, Founder of PreachingCoach, Professor and Dean at Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary, to discuss David's background in ministry, nomination to be SBC president, views on transparency, sexual abuse reforms, the law amendment, and his vision for course correctin…

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SBC Presidential Candidate Interview: Jared Moore 1:20:08

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Jared Moore, Senior Pastor of Homesteads Baptist Church, to discuss Jared's background in ministry, nomination to be SBC president, his views on sexuality, gender roles, sins of the heart and those in deed, and his vision for the future of the SBC. #CenterForBaptistLeadership #SBC2…

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Waking Up In A Woke World: Willy Rice on His Perspective Shift on Abuse Reform & Other Issues in the SBC 1:40:59

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Dr. Willy Rice, Senior Pastor of Calvary Church, to discuss his experience running for SBC president, the trials he faced and why he dropped out, and what he discovered along the way including wayward agendas that have hijacked abuse reform efforts. #CenterForBaptistLeadership #SBC…

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Five Reasons to Support the Law Amendment 49:08

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe presents five reasons Southern Baptists should support the Law Amendment at this year's convention. Read Gerred Bell's article: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/five-reasons-to-support-the-law-amendment/ #CenterForBaptistLeadership #GerredBell #LawAmendment #SBC #SouthernBaptist #SouthernBa…

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Why SBC Churches Deserve Financial Transparency ASAP: Rhett Burns on His 990 Amendment 1:03:45

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In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Rhett Burns, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Travelers Rest, South Carolina, to discuss Rhett's financial transparency amendment before the Southern Baptist Convention. The amendment would require SBC entities to disclose information similar to an IRS Form 990. Rhett and William …

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Russell Moore’s Revenge, Part Two: The Convention Wide Fallout (ft. Jon Whitehead) 1:05:35

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In Today's exclusive part-two episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Jon Whitehead, a lifelong Southern Baptist, Attorney, and Trustee of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC), to discuss the never-before-told story of Russell Moore's departure from the SBC, the fallout from his leaked le…

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Russell Moore's Revenge: The Untold Story of His Leaked Letters and ERLC Exit (ft. Jon Whitehead) 1:13:08

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In Today's exclusive part-one episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Jon Whitehead, a lifelong Southern Baptist, Attorney, and Trustee of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC), to discuss the never-before-told story of Russell Moore's departure from the SBC. William and Jon explore Moore'…

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Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast Trailer 1:45

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Welcome to the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, hosted by William Wolfe. Our mission is to cultivate courageous and biblical Baptist leadership for the 21st century. We aim to revitalize the Southern Baptist Convention from within, defend it from those who seek its destruction, and serve as a better Baptist voice in the public square. #CBLPod…