The Long Game of Church Planting — Season 10
Pastors Podcast
Church planting is a long game. In this episode, we talk about forging ahead with faith and building something that lasts and is rooted not just in vision but in a deep love for the city and the people you’re called to. Pastors Banning Liebscher, Paul Geerling, Zack Curry, and Dianna Nepstad challenge fast-tracked success and digital-driven milestones, calling leaders to build culture over time and allow grit to grow before fruit appears. Watch this full episode on YouTube: Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher—Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture ...
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Count on the Next Gen — Season 10
Pastors Podcast
Raising the next generation of leaders takes vision, intentionality, and faith. In this episode Pastors Becky Johnson, Gabe Valenzuela, SeaJay Liebscher, and Brandon Cormier break down the process of leadership development all while trusting God to mold both the leader and the mentor. This journey isn't perfect and sometimes painful, but the kingdom return on investment is eternal. Watch this full episode on YouTube: Follow along on social media: Becky Johnson—Lead Pastor, Jesus Culture Sacramento Gabe Valenzuela—Senior Overseer, Bethel School of...
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The Risk of Obedience — Season 10
Pastors Podcast
Sometimes God’s call isn’t just for a season but a lifetime commitment. In this episode, Pastors Banning Liebscher, Jo Geerling, Phil Manginelli, and Brenden Brown explore what it means to receive a word from the Lord, embrace risk, and stay planted when God keeps saying the same thing. We talk about holding to the vision, pioneering where you are, and trusting that even if the risk feels like failure, God will provide. Watch this full episode on YouTube: Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher—Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture Phil Manginelli—Lead Pastor, The Square...
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The Tricky Side of Staff Culture — Season 10
Pastors Podcast
In this episode, Pastors Banning Liebscher, Becky Johnson, Brandon Cormier, Mark Varughese talk about building and sustaining a culture that burns hot, starting with leadership and staff. This conversation challenges the idea of calling church staff “family,” confronts lukewarm leadership, and reminds us that impact goes further with fewer people who are truly on fire. Watch this full episode on YouTube: Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher—Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture Mark Varughese—Founder and Senior Leader, Kingdomcity Becky Johnson—Lead Pastor,...
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Calling People Higher — Season 10
Pastors Podcast
This episode is real-time coaching in leadership for those who know they’re called to more and are willing to be held to a higher standard. Pastors Banning Liebscher, Andrew Gard, Corey Russell, and Tyler Johnson talk about what it means to be coached by God first and then to go and coach others from that place of intimacy and obedience. They dive into leading people where you’re willing to go yourself. Watch this full episode on YouTube: Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher — Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture Andrew Gard — Senior Pastor, Grace City...
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A Culture that Carries | Season 9, Episode 10
Pastors Podcast
How do you lead a global movement of local churches without losing Kingdom principles or family values? In this episode, Pastors Banning Liebscher and Christina Gard talk with Jemima Varughese, Senior Associate Pastor of Kingdomcity, about the art of staying rooted in God’s principles while nurturing culture, raising the next generation, and keeping family at the center of ministry. From reproducible systems and Spirit-led flexibility to investing in the next generation through kids and youth, Pastor Jemima shares how intentional leadership can help people and churches thrive across the...
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Credibility Reveals the Integrity of the Supernatural | Season 9, Episode 9
Pastors Podcast
We are called to love well and pursue God’s presence. When we do, the miraculous follows, and Jesus gets all the glory. Pastor Banning Liebscher and Richard Gordon, Chief Technology Officer at Bethel Church and Spiritual Director at Bethel School of Technology, have a thought-provoking conversation about why it’s important to test and highlight what’s truly of the Lord. They share how credibility builds integrity, and when miracles are handled with care, they elevate Jesus, not the person or the moment. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher ...
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Soul Leadership: Rebound from Crisis, Grow in Resilience, Live from Wholeness | Season 9, Episode 8
Pastors Podcast
In a fast-paced, ministry-driven world, it’s easy to push through stress, ignore what’s happening inside, and risk burnout or trauma. Pastors Banning Liebscher and Andrew Gard sit down with Steve Robinson, Founder and Senior Pastor of Church of the King, to talk about soul health, resilience, and leading from a place of wholeness. Learn how to care for your heart and lead well before crisis hits. You can purchase Pastor Steve’s book, Soul Leadership: Rebound from Crisis, Grow in Resilience, Live from Wholeness, where books are sold. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher ...
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Called to Build, Called to Endure | Season 9, Episode 7
Pastors Podcast
As pastors and leaders we have to understand that our calling isn’t the same as everyone else’s. Matt Brown, Founder and Lead Pastor of the multisite church Sandals Church, joins Pastors Banning Liebscher and Andrew Gard to unpack the realities of church planting and the challenges of building healthy, sustainable ministry. From raising resources and building strong teams to navigating seasons of disappointment and betrayal, we must remember that Jesus is leading our lives and building His Church. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher Andrew Gard ...
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Identity Rooted in the Secret Place (Not in Public Affirmation) | Season 9 Episode 6
Pastors Podcast
In a time where everything is livestreamed, posted, and performed, Pastor Banning and Kalley Heiligenthal—worship leader, songwriter, and pastor—challenge us to ask: If our gift never multiplies or reaches a crowd but simply brings joy to God… can that be enough? In a world obsessed with visibility, this episode is a reminder that who we are matters more than what we produce. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher Kalley Heiligenthal Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30%...
info_outlineAs pastors and leaders we have to understand that our calling isn’t the same as everyone else’s. Matt Brown, Founder and Lead Pastor of the multisite church Sandals Church, joins Pastors Banning Liebscher and Andrew Gard to unpack the realities of church planting and the challenges of building healthy, sustainable ministry. From raising resources and building strong teams to navigating seasons of disappointment and betrayal, we must remember that Jesus is leading our lives and building His Church.
Follow along on social media:
Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning
Andrew Gard https://www.instagram.com/andrewgard
Matt Brown https://www.instagram.com/matthewstephenbrown
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