Friendship like this... | Ep. 248

Dive into the deep end with Jody Livingston and discover the inspiration behind his latest book titled "Staying Power". slulead.com

In this episode of Chasing Elephants, Jeff sits down with author, speaker, and ministry leader Shane Pruitt to talk about his timely and thought-provoking new book, Not My Jesus. Shane challenges us to confront one of the most pressing issues in today’s culture: the tendency to reshape Jesus into an image that fits our personal preferences, cultural trends, and political categories. In a world where truth is often traded for comfort, many have crafted a version of Jesus who affirms their desires, aligns with their ideologies, and avoids making them uncomfortable. But the question remains…Is this the REAL Jesus of Scripture? You can purchase Not My Jesus at Lifeway.com or wherever books are sold.

Tune in as Brent Crowe and Jeff Wallace dissect the Biblical meaning of friendship. slulead.com

Tune in as Pastor Derwin Gray shares about his new book titled "Lit Up With Love" in this weeks episode of the Chasing Elephants Podcast.

Together, Jeff and Jason unpack the cultural tensions that young people face and explore the critical role of biblical worldview training in helping them navigate complex ethical and moral challenges. With clarity, conviction, and compassion, they tackle pressing questions:How can pastors and leaders respond to the moral confusion of our times?What strategies can churches adopt to disciple youth in truth and grace?Why is apologetics and worldview training more vital now than ever before?Whether you’re a pastor, parent, educator, or student ministry leader, this episode will both challenge and equip you to lead with conviction in the cultural trenches.Key Topics Covered:The growing gap in biblical worldview among Gen ZWhy ethics must be grounded in Scripture, not cultural trendsThe influence of media and progressive ideologies on youthTools for teaching biblical truth in a winsome and courageous wayPractical ways churches can disciple students in truth and loveFeatured Guest Bio:Jason Jimenezis the founder of Stand Strong Ministries and a nationally recognized voice on Christian worldview and ethics. He is the author of several books, includingChallenging Conversations,The Rapture Verdict, andStand Strong in Your Faith. Jason regularly speaks at churches, conferences, and universities equipping believers to stand firm in biblical truth with clarity and conviction.Resources & Mentions:Stand Strong Ministries:www.standstrongministries.orgBooks:Hijacking Jesus and Parenting Gen Z by Jason JimenezPodcast:Challenging Conversations with Jason JimenezQuote Worth Sharing:"We’re not just trying to win arguments; we’re trying to win people to the truth." Jason Jimenez 

Join Brent and Jeff as they celebrate and explore the spiritual significance of the father-child relationship through the lens of our Heavenly Father’s example.

Together, they dive deep into the practical and strategic aspects of volunteer ministry exploring proven principles for recruitment, effective training methods, and sustainable retention strategies. With a wealth of hands-on experience, Brian shares valuable insights that every church leader can apply, whether you’re leading a few volunteers or managing a large team.If you serve in a local church and want to better equip and empower your volunteers to thrive in ministry, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

In this episode of Chasing Elephants, Jeff sits down with LifeWay Students Specialist Chad Higgins to talk about the newly released book Define the Relationship: Growing a Parent Ministry that Brings Families and Churches Together, co-written by Higgins and Zac Workun. This conversation goes beyond strategy, it explores the heart of why the church must redefine how it partners with parents.Jeff and Chad dive into research-based insights showing that parents are ready for more, more connection, more guidance, more collaboration with the church. But often, leaders don't know how to initiate or sustain that relationship.

In this episode of the Chasing Elephants Podcast, Jeff continues his compelling series of conversations with influential voices and practitioners from around the globe. He sits down with Drew Worsham, author, church planter, and illusionist based in San Antonio, TX for an insightful discussion on Drew’s new book, The Art of Curiosity. Together, they explore how the Church has lost its sense of awe and wonder in engaging with God’s creativity and the grand narrative of Scripture. This episode is a must-listen, especially for anyone who communicates the gospel. From start to finish, it’s a thought-provoking and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss. slulead.com