Church Advance
By Bryan Samms & Luke Clayton
Hosted by Bryan Samms and Luke Clayton
Produced in IncreaseCreative.Co
Breaking from Consecutive Preaching
Bryan shares insights on balancing sequential expository preaching with the leading of the Holy Spirit and strategic interruptions for special days and calendar events
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This episode is sponsored by https://ServeHQ.Church
Redemption Church Plant
Bryan and Luke are joined by Nate and Josh Skelly as well as Larry Oxendine for a discussion on church planting, training leaders, and more.
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The OG Cancel Culture
Bryan and Luke expose the "OGs" of cancel culture and how this mindset can infiltrate in any church or movement if it's early warning signs aren't heeded.
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Amazing Faith // Mike Stone
A message from the 2025 Church Advance Conference by Pastor Mike Stone of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Blackshear, Georgia
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Remembering Dad
Bryan reflects on his father's passing, sharing personal moments, lessons learned about faith and family in the face of death, and practical insights for navigating similar experiences.
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Music // Keith Erwin
Keith is the lead singer of The Erwins and co-host of 4 Ks in a Pod.
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Tour Israel with Bryan Samms and H.B. Charles Jr. – https://BryanSamms.com/Israel
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Down, Not Out // Rob Badger
Rob shares his powerful story of church planting, heartbreak, and redemption.
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Easter and Spring Outreach
Ideas and strategies for the Easter outreach season. Get your Easter graphics and media from Luke's team at https://IncreaseCreative.CoTour Israel with Bryan and H.B. Charles Jr. – https://BryanSamms.com/Israel
This episode is sponsored by https://ServeHQ.Church
5-Star Reads + Books to Avoid
Bryan discusses his commitment to reading in 2025, shares his book selection method, and offers recommendations while noting some disappointments. See titles mentioned in the episode https://BryanSamms.com/Notes
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Israel // Kurt Skelly
Kurt joins Bryan to discuss their upcoming trips to Israel. Learn more at https://BryanSamms.comConnect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.comConnect with Luke at https://YouTube.com/MustIncrease
Ministry and Public Speaking
Part of a Q&A from one of Bryan's college classes.Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.comConnect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/
Succession // Kurt Skelly
Pastoral succession is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of church leadership. Kurt Skelly joins Bryan to discuss what he's learning as he transitions to new leadership at the church he pastors. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://YouTube.com/MustIncrease
Worship // Wes Combs
Bryan welcomes Wes Combs, worship pastor at River City as they discuss Wes's journey from Southern gospel music to leading worship, the challenges and joys of church leadership, and the importance of vulnerability in ministry. Contact Wes – wes@rivercitybaptist.church Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://YouTube.com/MustIncrease
Preaching Through Genesis
Bryan reflects on his 22 years of preaching experience, discussing the evolution of his approach from evangelism to pastoring and the challenges of making biblical narratives relevant to contemporary audiences. He shares insights on his current sermon series through Genesis, emphasizing the importance of creativity and application in preaching. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://YouTube.com/MustIncrease
Recommended Reading for Pastors
Part of a Q&A from one of Bryan's college classes. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/
Hello 2025
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Best Books of 2024
Bryan and Luke discuss their favorite books of the year. View their full list at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Best Entertainment of 2024
Bryan and Luke discuss their favorite movies, TV series, and live events of the year. View their full list at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Best Podcasts of 2024
Bryan and Luke discuss their favorite podcasts of the year. View their full list at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Christmas Reaching
Outreach ideas for the season. See photos at https://bryansamms.com/christmas-at-river-city/
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10 Tips for Preaching
Bryan shares 10 quick tips to improve your preaching.
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2025 Conference Update
Register for Church Avance 2025 at http://bryansamms.com/church-advance-2025/
Learn about Pastor Mike Stone at https://pastormikestone.com
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Help! Seminary Didn't Teach Me This
Bryan and Luke discuss how seminary and Bible college are only the beginning of equipping pastors for ministry.
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It's Biblical
The government has hijacked Biblical values and perverted them into political issues.
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It's Not Political
The government has hijacked Biblical values and perverted them into political issues. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Hiring the Ideal Creatives
A sample of Luke's Church Advance HQ course. Get access to the full course at https://ChurchAdvanceHQ.com Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
A Panoramic Overview of the Bible
A sample of Bryan's Church Advance HQ course. Get access to the full course at https://ChurchAdvanceHQ.com Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Sermon Prep with H.B. Charles Jr.
The introduction of H.B. Charles Jr.'s course on preaching. Get access to the full 3.5-hour course at https://ChurchAdvanceHQ.com Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
What I Love About the SBC
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Transitioning to Modern Worship
A conversation about worship music and philosophies. Get notified with Church Advance HQ launches at https://ChurchAdvanceHQ.com
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Defining Acceptable Worship
A conversation about worship music and philosophies. Get notified with Church Advance HQ launches at https://ChurchAdvanceHQ.com Get additional notes and resources at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Worship Music and Methods
A conversation about worship music and philosophies.
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Concluding the Case for Consecutive Preaching (The Whetstone)
Continuing the Whetstone series. Get additional notes and resources at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Advancing Cooperation and Gospel Integrity
Bryan shares a refresher on the vision and purpose of Church Advance. Get additional notes and resources at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Mastering Context and Deepening Sermon Preparation (The Whetstone)
Continuing the Whetstone series. Get additional notes and resources at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes
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How I Wish the IFB Would Change with Dave Mallinak
A conversation with Dave Mallinak. Dave is an independent Baptist pastor serving at the Berean Baptist Church in Ogden, Utah. Connect with Dave at https://DaveMallinak.com
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Bryan Responds to Paul Chappell
Bryan shares his thoughts on Paul Chappell's opposition to accepting funding from the Southern Baptist Convention.
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The Co-Vocational Pastor with Brandon Nicely
A replay of our conversation with Brandon Nicely on co-vocational ministry and the role of good business practice in the church. Access show notes at https://BryansSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Take the Slow Lane
A message from Bryan preached at River City Baptist Church. Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Simple Salvation - Tom Farrell
A message from Tom Farrell preached at Beacon Baptist Church in Raleigh, North Carolina Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Outreach Efforts and Events
Bryan covers the importance of consistent gospel proclamation and public invitations as well as creative events and community engagement. Get additional notes and resources at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Mobilizing Your Church to Reach Others
Bryan discusses some key strategies for reaching and assimilating new members. Get additional notes and resources at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect
Winning and Keeping People at Your Church
Bryan explores the powerful combination of hospitality and bible-based preaching. Get additional notes and resources at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes
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Continuing the Case for Consecutive Preaching (The Whetstone)
Continuing the Whetstone series. Get additional notes and resources at https://BryanSamms.com/Notes Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com/Connect Connect with Luke at https://MustIncrease.com/Connect