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Off the Pulpit

Off the Pulpit

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Three pastors & friends conversing about life, culture, and church off the pulpit. Hosted by Eugene, Jason, & Thomas
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Reimagining Preaching

Off the PulpitApr 10, 2024

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Reimagining Preaching

Reimagining Preaching

In this episode, we discuss how our views on preaching have changed and how we can foster a deeper culture of helpful and transformative preaching in our churches.

Apr 10, 202401:09:54
The Bible: yes that's the book for me

The Bible: yes that's the book for me

In this episode, we chat about Scripture, how to approach it and our own experiences in allowing the Bible to grow us closer to God.

Mar 27, 202401:04:59
Pastoral Burnout

Pastoral Burnout

In this episode, we chat on why so many pastors (especially lead pastors) burnout and what we can do to help.

Mar 13, 202401:04:54
State of the Church & the World w/Mark Sayers

State of the Church & the World w/Mark Sayers

In this episode, we are privileged to converse with Mark Sayers, discussing the current state of the church, the noticeable vibe shift among the people of God, and the world at large.

Feb 28, 202401:17:18
The Meaning of Singleness w/Dani Treweek

The Meaning of Singleness w/Dani Treweek

In this episode, we converse with Dani Treweek about singleness within the church and biblical context, exploring ways to forge a more profound path for singles in evangelical communities.

Feb 07, 202401:00:41
Prayer: Learning to Converse with God

Prayer: Learning to Converse with God

In this episode, we chat on prayer: addressing common misunderstandings, sharing our own definitions, and offering practical advice for developing a deeper intimacy with God.

Jan 24, 202401:05:43
Leaving Institutions, Staying with Jesus w/Karen Swallow Prior
Jan 10, 202449:44
A Decade of Youth Ministry w/Chris Li

A Decade of Youth Ministry w/Chris Li

In this episode, we chat with Mariners High School Pastor, Chris Li on his journey as a youth pastor through a variety of ministries and his thoughts on Gen-Z and youth.

Dec 21, 202301:05:36
Tribeless

Tribeless

In this episode, if tribes are necessary, how we feel tribeless, and our outlook for our tribal future.

Dec 06, 202301:17:13
The Korean PK Life w/Sam Bay

The Korean PK Life w/Sam Bay

In this episode, we chat with Sam Bay about his own experience as a pastor's kid, his own blessings and scars, and lessons for the church.

Nov 15, 202301:10:16
Shame & Shame Culture

Shame & Shame Culture

In this episode, we chat about what shame is, how it works, and what we can do as the church to confront it.

Nov 01, 202301:01:44
The Midlife Crisis

The Midlife Crisis

In this episode, we explore the phenomena of the midlife crisis, its intersection with our faith in Jesus, and the potential role of the church in navigating this challenging life phase.

Oct 11, 202359:22
The Great Dechurching w/Michael Graham

The Great Dechurching w/Michael Graham

In this episode, we chat with author Michael Graham delving into his newly co-authored book, The Great Dechurching. We chat about why people are leaving, what the church can do, and the glimmers of hope in our current cultural moment for the church.

Oct 04, 202359:12
Spiritual Warfare: Satan, Demons, & Lies

Spiritual Warfare: Satan, Demons, & Lies

In this episode, we chat on spiritual warfare, misconceptions, and how to practically wage war as disciples.

Sep 20, 202301:14:43
Breaking the Silence w/Christy Ro: (PT2) Confronting Abuse in the Asian-American Church

Breaking the Silence w/Christy Ro: (PT2) Confronting Abuse in the Asian-American Church

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Christy on her thoughts and wisdom on how our churches can learn, better protect, and combat abuse.


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Aug 22, 202301:00:01
Breaking the Silence w/Christy Ro: (PT1) The Trip

Breaking the Silence w/Christy Ro: (PT1) The Trip

Content Warning: Sexual and Spiritual Abuse

In this episode, we converse with Christy Ro on her courage, heroism, and uncovering of abuse during a summer mission trip.

This will be a two-part conversation with Christy: PT1 The Trip & PT2 Confronting Abuse in the Asian-American Church.

Aug 16, 202301:13:00
Lukewarm Faith, Wilderness Seasons, & Hope

Lukewarm Faith, Wilderness Seasons, & Hope

What can you do when you are lukewarm in your faith? How do you navigate through the wilderness with God? And why does God allow the valleys of our faith? In this episode, we discuss all of the above and more.

Aug 02, 202301:04:03
The (Church) Office

The (Church) Office

In this episode, we chat about the ins and outs of church work/staff culture.

Jul 13, 202301:17:10
Finding Our Voice: Asian-American Worship?

Finding Our Voice: Asian-American Worship?

In this episode, we explore the idea of Asian-American worship and delve into the process of discovering our unique voice in worship music.

Jun 14, 202359:43
A Tribute to Our GOAT, Timothy Keller

A Tribute to Our GOAT, Timothy Keller

A tribute to our most formative and helpful shepherd, Timothy Keller.

May 24, 202348:17
Heaven & Hell

Heaven & Hell

In this episode, we discuss distinguishing between cultural influences and Scriptural truths concerning heaven and hell.

May 10, 202301:02:51
Worship, Emotions & BEEF

Worship, Emotions & BEEF

In this episode, we chat about the Netflix show BEEF and why so many Asian-Americans resonated with the depiction of the church experience.

Apr 18, 202301:17:05
The Wives Takeover

The Wives Takeover

In this episode, the wives takeover and chat about all things pastor wive life and women in the church.

Apr 05, 202301:22:13
Building the Asian-American Church w/Jay Song

Building the Asian-American Church w/Jay Song

In this episode, we chat with Pastor Jay Song about how we can build an Asian-American ecclesiology to serve our congregations.

Mar 22, 202301:20:27
Reparations w/Duke Kwon

Reparations w/Duke Kwon

In this episode, we chat with Pastor Duke Kwon about his most recent book Reparations and traversing through the Asian-American church. 

Mar 08, 202301:01:49
Fallen Pastors: Why Pastors Fall & How to Hope

Fallen Pastors: Why Pastors Fall & How to Hope

In this episode, we discuss the spiritual epidemic of fallen pastors in our current moment and how the church can respond in health and hope. 

Feb 22, 202301:13:50
Jesus & Gender w/Elyse Fitzpatrick

Jesus & Gender w/Elyse Fitzpatrick

In this episode, we chat with Elyse about her most recent book Jesus and Gender, and her thoughts on the gender debate within the church and evangelical culture. 

Feb 15, 202348:13
Retreats & Revival

Retreats & Revival

In this episode, we chat about why retreats, why we have so many of them, and what genuine revival looks like. 

Feb 02, 202355:57
Is the Church™ a business?

Is the Church™ a business?

In this episode, we chat about how the church organizes itself in America and how eerily similar it is to a business. 

Jan 11, 202301:20:16
Relational Tear and Repair

Relational Tear and Repair

In this episode, we chat about relational pain and difficulty and how to move toward relational repair. 

Dec 14, 202201:23:09
Sex, Singleness & Same-Sex Attraction w/Sam Allberry

Sex, Singleness & Same-Sex Attraction w/Sam Allberry

In this episode, we chat with Pastor Sam Allberry about sex, singleness, and same-sex attraction. 

Nov 30, 202254:43
Theological Boxes

Theological Boxes

In this episode, we chat about how many of us (and churches) can become theologically rigid and how we can form theological views based on the Word more than celebrity. 

Nov 16, 202201:11:40
Gray Areas: Alcohol, Sex, Drugs & Jesus?

Gray Areas: Alcohol, Sex, Drugs & Jesus?

In this episode, we dive into the gray areas of our faith and life in hopes to find some wisdom through it all.

Oct 26, 202201:18:43
The Future of the Asian-American Church w/Andrew Ong

The Future of the Asian-American Church w/Andrew Ong

In this episode, we welcome Andrew Ong to discuss his Ph.D on the future of the Chinese-American church and our own collective thoughts of the Asian-American church moving forward. 

Sep 28, 202201:10:60
When Narcissism Comes to Church w/Chuck DeGroat
Sep 14, 202256:24
State of the Pod & the Church

State of the Pod & the Church

We reflect back on our 50th episode and also discuss the state of the Church. 

Aug 31, 202201:09:54
The Analog Church & Christian w/Jay Kim

The Analog Church & Christian w/Jay Kim

In this episode, we chat with Jay Kim, the Lead Pastor of WestGate Church and author of Analog Church & Analog Christian, on the relationship between technology and our discipleship. 

Aug 17, 202201:08:56
Our Celebrity Pastor w/Ray Ortlund

Our Celebrity Pastor w/Ray Ortlund

In this episode, we chat with Pastor Ray Ortlund who is the founding pastor of Immanuel Nashville, author of several books & commentaries, and has also been in pastoral ministry for almost 50 years. We chat about his thoughts on church, sin, tribes, and more. 

Aug 03, 202201:12:19
Church Hopping & Shopping

Church Hopping & Shopping

In this episode, we briefly share our thoughts on the recent Supreme Court decision upending Roe v Wade and how to go about leaving and finding a church.

Jul 06, 202201:17:02
Dealing With Your Past

Dealing With Your Past

In this episode, we chat about dealing with your past and how our faith intersects. 

Jun 15, 202201:11:48
Tragedy in Uvalde

Tragedy in Uvalde

In this episode, we try and process the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas as a Christian and also discuss the recent news regarding the Southern Baptist Convention. 

Jun 01, 202201:21:38
Life in Hollywood w/Justin Min

Life in Hollywood w/Justin Min

In this episode, we chat with actor Justin Min (Umbrella Academy, After Yang) about his rise to fame in the industry, how his faith and vocation mix together, and his beloved older brother: Jason Min.

May 18, 202255:42
Agree to Disagree

Agree to Disagree

In this episode, we finally bring out our disagreements (sorta). 

May 04, 202201:07:34
The Sexual Reformation w/Aimee Byrd
Apr 13, 202201:09:44
We Go On w/John Onwuchekwa

We Go On w/John Onwuchekwa

In this episode, we chat with Pastor John Onwuchekwa about his new book We Go On, his coffee shop Portrait Coffee, and his thoughts on minority ethnic ministries in a white evangelical church world. 

Apr 06, 202244:40
You've Got a Friend in Me?

You've Got a Friend in Me?

In this episode, we chat about friendship, how it is forged, and why friends are so important for your soul and the church. 

Mar 30, 202259:20
The Church Amid War & Crisis w/Mark Sayers

The Church Amid War & Crisis w/Mark Sayers

In this episode, we chat with Pastor Mark Sayers (RED Church of Melbourne, Australia) about the war in Ukraine, discipleship, and even church membership. 

Mar 14, 202201:13:25
Sharing Our Faith in a Secular Age w/Rebecca McLaughlin
Feb 23, 202201:12:40
White Evangelicalism & the Asian-American Church

White Evangelicalism & the Asian-American Church

In this episode, we chat about how much white evangelicism has influenced our own ministries and churches, the impact, and a possible future. 

Feb 09, 202201:09:45
The COVID Church (pt2)

The COVID Church (pt2)

In this episode, we reflect on how COVID has shaped and formed the church two years into the pandemic. 

Jan 27, 202201:07:36