Episodes
Oct. 28, 2025
Walking in Grace & Truth with Pastor JD Greear
In a culture marked by outrage and division, what does it mean for pastors to lead with 100% grace and 100% truth? This week, host Dave Stone sits down with pastor JD Greear to talk about how the church can rise above the noi...
Oct. 21, 2025
Mental Health in Ministry with Dr. Mark Mayfield
Every pastor wants to care well for their people, but it's hard to pour from an empty cup. This week, join host Dave Stone as he talks with counselor and former pastor Dr. Mark Mayfield as they discuss how you can guard you o...
Oct. 14, 2025
How to Become a Master Storyteller with Shane Sooter
Focus on the Family Jesus was a master storyteller, and as a pastor, you should be too! This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with filmmaker and creative consultant Shane Sooter to talk through how you can develop r...
Oct. 7, 2025
Evangelism, Discipleship, & Masculinity with Pastor Joby Martin
What does it mean to be a godly man in today's culture? Join host Dave Stone as he sits down with Pastor Joby Martin to unpack biblical masculinity, disciple-making, and the heart behind his new book, Stand Firm and Act Like ...
Sept. 30, 2025
Leading Through Change with Pastor Gene Appel
Change is never easy, especially in a church setting, but it's vital for long-term health. Join host Dave Stone and Pastor Gene Appel as they share practical steps for guiding your church through change, cultivating vision, a...
Sept. 23, 2025
Finding Hope in Discouragement with Pastor Glenn Packiam
Over the past few years, statistics from Barna have shown that pastors are currently facing a discouragement crisis. This week, host Dave Stone sits down with Pastor Glenn Packiam to unpack Barna's Resilient Pastor research, ...
Sept. 16, 2025
Reaching the Hard to Reach with Pastor Daniel Fusco
From dreadlocks to digital ministry, Pastor Daniel Fusco has a heart for reaching those far from God. This week, host Dave Stone sits down to talk with Daniel about planting churches in some of American's most unchurched citi...
Sept. 9, 2025
Weddings: A Practical Guide to Writing and Performing Wedding Ceremonies
Performing a wedding is one of the greatest privileges in ministry, but it can also feel overwhelming. In this special solo episode, host Dave Stone draws from his experience in leading over 500 weddings to give you a practic...
Sept. 2, 2025
The Field Is Worth Fighting For with Pastor Tim Timberlake
When tragedy struck at as a teenager, Pastor Tim Timberlake ran from God. Years later, the calling on his life has led him to pastor Celebration Church, where he's helped heal a multi-campus ministry with consistency and love...
Aug. 26, 2025
Common Threads Among Great Leaders with Brad Lomenick
What makes a leader worth following? This week, former Catalyst president and leadership coach Brad Lomenick joins host Dave Stone to share the habits, mindsets, and relational skills that separate good leaders from great one...
Aug. 19, 2025
Faithful for the Long Haul with Pastor Jack Graham
This week on Pastor to Pastor, Pastor Jack Graham sits down with host Dave Stone to share how the murder of his father shaped his surrender to Christ - and how that pain became a platform for 50 years of ministry. You'll hear...
Aug. 12, 2025
Getting Outside Your Holy Huddle with Garry Poole
Focus on the Family Evangelism isn't dead, but it might need revival in your church. Join us as host Dave Stone sits down with pastor, author, and evangelism trainer Garry Poole to talk about how you can equip your people to ...
Aug. 5, 2025
Oneness Is Your Superpower with Greg Smalley
As a pastor, it's easy to pour into everyone else while your spouse gets the leftovers. This week, host Dave Stone sits downs with marriage expert Dr. Greg Smalley to talk about building emotional safety, navigating conflict,...
July 29, 2025
Funerals: A Practical Guide to Writing and Delivering Eulogies.
On this new edition of Pastor to Pastor, host Dave Stone walks you through his years of experience delivering eulogy's with practical tips and expertise that you can apply in your ministry! Pastor to Pastor Instagram Pastor t...
July 22, 2025
Is The American Church too Comfortable? with Nirup Alphonse
Is your congregation eager to share the gospel beyond Sunday mornings? This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with Pastor Nirup Alphonse to talk about how we can challenge the comfort-driven church model and create a...
July 15, 2025
The Weight of Ministry with Jimmy Scroggins
When Jimmy Scroggins became pastor of a once-thriving church in West Palm Beach, he found $3,700 dollars in the bank, a damaged-reputation, and a congregation with little hope. In this episode, host Dave Stone talks to Jimmy ...
July 8, 2025
Reviving Ancient Practices with Randy Frazee
One of the most powerful things you can do as a pastor is to simply let Scripture speak. This week, host Dave Stone talks with pastor and author Randy Frazee about the lost art of the public reading of scripture. They also ex...
July 1, 2025
Leading from the Second Chair with Tim Winters
What does it take to lead well when you're not in the spotlight? This week, host Dave Stone sits down with long-time executive pastor Tim Winters to talk about "leading from the second chair." From staff dynamics and church g...
June 24, 2025
Integrity Over Influence with Samuel Rodriguez
Is the Holy Spirit central to your leadership? This week, host Dave Stone is joined by Pastor Samuel Rodriguez for a powerful conversation on Spirit-filled ministry, integrity under pressure, and what it takes to lead a gener...
June 17, 2025
Intentional Encouragement & Unexpected Pain with Darren Walter
Part of our job, as church leaders, is to cultivate relationships within our staff, congregation, and community at large. Join Dave Stone as he talks with Pastor Darren Walter about new and fun ways you can be intentional wit...
June 10, 2025
Growing Up in the Front Row with Sam Stone
With Father's Day approaching, Dave has an entertaining & candid conversation with his own son, Sam Stone! Join Dave & Sam as they discuss what it was like to grow up as a Pastors' Kid (guess what.. they both were). You might...
June 3, 2025
Ministry Mentors & Marriage: Josh Howerton pt. 2
Josh was so good, we brought him back another week! In this episode, join host Dave Stone as he continues his conversation with Pastor Josh Howerton, this time about ministry mentors, as well as the most important decision yo...
May 27, 2025
Today's Digital Areopagus: Josh Howerton pt. 1
In our modern cultural landscape, social media is where ideas are openly discussed & debated, and as a pastor, you might feel a call to engage! Join host Dave Stone as he sits down with Pastor Josh Howerton to talk about when...
May 19, 2025
The Story You Don't Know with Max Lucado
Can you guess which 70 year old pastor just got a tattoo to celebrate 50 years of grace?...it's Max Lucado! And on this episode, he sits down with host Dave Stone to talk about the impact of grace on his life & ministry, as w...