The Church Resource

The Church Resource is a PodCast dedicated to giving information to pastors and church leaders about available resources so they can maximize their time and effort.

A Daily Devotional of What Every Christian Should Know 07/16/2024

A Daily Devotional of What Every Christian Should Know This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a daily devotional that discusses what every christian should know. Today’s Resource: “What Every Christian Ought To Know" by Adrian Rogers If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32203212

Are There Resources for Faith Made for Children 07/09/2024

Are There Resources for Faith Made for Children This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a resource that is fun and interactive to teach kids about faith! Today’s Resource: “Kids Faith" By Tedye Schuehler If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32203182

Are There Any Resources on the Apostles? 07/02/2024

Are There Any Resources on the Apostles? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a resource that acts as a precursor to a series of books all about the Apostles Today’s Resource: “The Apostles" By Dr. Gene A. Getz If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32203162

A Resource To Help Guide You On Bringing Loved Ones To Faith 06/25/2024

A Resource To Help Guide You On Bringing Loved Ones To Faith This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a resource that goes through a father and daughters journey of coming back to faith. Today’s Resource: “Come Back Barbra" by John Miller If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32203127

Is The Bible Historically Accurate? 06/18/2024

Is The Bible Historically Accurate? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a resource that discusses the historical evidence of Jesus' divinity. Today’s Resource: “The Case For Christ" by Lee Strobel If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32203082

A Resource On Developing Sermons 06/11/2024

A Resource On Developing Sermons This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a resource that can help guide you on developing and delivering sermons. Today’s Resource: "Biblical Preaching" by Haddon W. Robinson If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32203037

Are There Biblical Resources About Grace? 06/04/2024

Are There Biblical Resources About Grace? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a resource that covers the three principles of grace and why they are important to Christians. Today’s Resource: “Habits of Grace” by David Mathis If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32202812

Another Novel Focusing on King David 05/28/2024

Another Novel Focusing on King David This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses a novel that focuses on King David. Today’s Resource: “Valiant: A King David Novel” by Greg S. Baker If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32202797

A Book About Jewish History and Culture 05/21/2024

A Book About Jewish History and Culture This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a book that faithfully documents many aspects important to Jewish culture. Today’s Resource: “The Book of Legends” by Hayyim Nahman Blalik If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32202757

A Novel Story About King David 05/14/2024

A Novel Story About King David This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a novel from the perspective of King David, giving his personal opinion on the retelling of the biblical figure. Today’s Resource: “The Secret Chord” by Geraldine Brooks If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32202742

Are There Real Books About Defending Your Faith? 05/07/2024

Are There Real Books About Defending Your Faith? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses a book about a man’s determination to continue to boast his faith in his work. Today’s Resource: “Average Joe” by Joseph A. Kennedy If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32202692

What Does Once Saved Always Saved Mean? 04/30/2024

What Does Once Saved Always Saved Mean? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses the topic of “once saved, always saved” and its truth in the gospel. Today’s Resource: “The Believer’s Conditional Security” by Daniel D. Corner If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32187597

What Does The Bible Say About Hell? 04/23/2024

What Does The Bible Say About Hell? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses the topic of Hell, and how despite the portrayals of the world, it is real. Today’s Resource: “Hell Under Fire” by Zondervan If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32185767

What Does Biblical Discipline Look Like? 04/09/2024

What Does Biblical Discipline Look Like? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses the topic of disciplining children, including how to approach various issues and ways to explain to the child why their actions have consequences. Today’s Resource: “Withhold Not Correction” by Bruce A. Ray If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32184952

Biblical Ways To Get Out Of A Negative Headspace 04/02/2024

Biblical Ways To Get Out Of A Negative Headspace This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about imposter syndrome and a resource that can help fellow Christians tackle the negative thoughts that often pass through our heads. Today’s Resource: “Get Out Of Your Head” by Jennie Allen If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/32184862

A Great Resource On The Ten Commandments 03/26/2024

A Great Resource On The Ten Commandments This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver provides us with a resource that gives us further insight on the Ten Commandments and what they mean. Todays Resource: "On The Ten Commandments" by D.L Moody If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/31521592

Why Are You A Christian? 03/19/2024

Why Are You A Christian? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver provides listeners with a helpful resource that could help answer the question, why are you a Christian? Todays Resource: "Why I Am A Christian" By John Stott If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/31521602

Man's Ongoing Search For Significance 03/12/2024

Man's Ongoing Search For Significance This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver Discusses a book on different examples of man trying to find significance outside of God and how it never leads anywhere. Todays Resource: "The Search For Significance" by Robert S. McGee If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/31521572

A Valuable Resource On Leadership 03/05/2024

A Valuable Resource On Leadership This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver Discusses a book on leadership that does not use biblical references, but still teaches valuable advice for those who want to become better leaders. Today’s Resource: “The Savage Leader” by Darren Reince If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/30050828

How Can I Help Biblically Counsel Others? 02/27/2024

How Can I Help Biblically Counsel Others? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver provides a helpful resource with specific verses that may come up when helping others through biblical counseling. Today’s Resource: “Counseling Through Your Bible” by June Hunt If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/30050818

Are There Studies of Biblical Archaeology? 02/20/2024

Are There Studies of Biblical Archaeology? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about a resource that uses archaeology to explain political, cultural, and geographical aspects of the Bible. Today’s Resource: “The World of the Bible” by Roberta L. Harris If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/29663033

Where Can I Find Maps Of Biblical Times? 02/13/2024

Where Can I Find Maps Of Biblical Times? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver provides an essential resource for understanding the geography and political influences of biblical history through maps and charts. Today’s Resource: “Nelson’s Complete Book of Bible Maps and Charts” by Thomas Nelson If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/29663008

Are There Resources for Everyday Ministers? 02/06/2024

Are There Resources for Everyday Ministers? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver provides listeners with a helpful book for ministers in everyday ministry events, such as funerals and baptisms. Today’s Resource: “Nelson’s Minister’s Manual” by Thomas Nelson If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/29651813

Why Is It Important To Remember Jesus' Heritage? 01/30/2024

Why Is It Important To Remember Jesus' Heritage? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses the importance of remembering that Jesus was Jewish, and why we need to study the Old Testament. Today’s Resource: “Jesus Never Said Anything New” by Matt Rosenberg If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/29651713

How Should I Study About The Minor Prophets? 11/21/2023

How Should I Study About The Minor Prophets? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver talks about the importance the minor prophets and provides a handy resource for those wanting to learn more about them or even for those wanting to minister using their lessons. Today’s Resource: “The Minor Prophets” by James Montgomery Voice If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/28499708

How Does God Help Me In My Suffering? 11/14/2023

How Does God Help Me In My Suffering? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses the role God plays in suffering, and how his grace allows us to be saved. Today’s Resource: “Suffering and the Sovereignty of God” by John Piper and Justin Taylor If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/28499699

Are There Resources About Charles Spurgeon's Preaching Methods? 11/07/2023

Are There Resources About Charles Spurgeon's Preaching Methods? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver provides another insightful resource detailing the daily life of Charles Spurgeon in his ministry. Today’s Resource: “The Lost Sermons of C.H. Spurgeon” by C.H. Spurgeon and Christian T. George If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/28499693

Another Book About the Parable of the Prodigal Son 10/17/2023

Another Book About the Parable of the Prodigal Son This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses another book by Nouwen looking into the parable of the Prodigal Son. Jeff cautions those who read this book to do so with discernment as the author’s viewpoints on Jesus are different than what is preached in many churches. Today’s Resource: “Home Tonight: Further Reflections on the Parable of the Prodigal Son” by Henri J. W. Nouwen If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/28226291

Are There Books About the Prodigal Son? 10/10/2023

Are There Books About the Prodigal Son? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses a book that offers various wise perspectives on the tale of the prodigal son. Today’s Resource: “The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming” by Henri J. M. Nouwen If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/28226237

How Should We Prioritize Church Growth? 10/03/2023

How Should We Prioritize Church Growth? This week on The Church Resource host Jeff Oliver discusses another resource for church building, including attitudes that church leaders need to have as their community grows. Today’s Resource: “Kingdom Matrix: Designing a Church for the Kingdom of God” by Jeff Christopherson If you have a resource you would like Jeff to review email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/thechurchresource/id/28095257

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