Episodes

Artificial intelligence is reshaping nearly every industry, but should that be the case for ministry? This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with church planter turned tech leader Josh Burnett to talk about the dange...

What happens when God changes your assignment? This week on Pastor to Pastor, Jon Weece joins host Dave Stone to talk about stepping beyond the pulpit and into hands-on ministry with his non-profit, Boone Brothers. Jon also s...

Did you know that the fastest way to ignite a passion for the gospel in your church is through your youth ministry program? This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with Dare 2 Share founder Greg Stier to talk about wh...

Want to know the secret to leadership and effective evangelism? Love people well. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with his brother, pastor Jeff Stone, to talk about loving people beyond the pulpit, leading wit...

Pastoral ministry calls for clear communication, sound judgment, and the humility to keep learning. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with pastor and biblical scholar Mark E. Moore to talk practical ministry hab...

How are you navigating living out your faith and family life in the public eye? This week, join host Dave Stone as he has a heartfelt conversation with longtime friend Rebecca St. James about consistency in marriage, parentin...

C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien are known as beloved authors, but their stories were forged by war, loss, and cultural collapse. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with historian Joseph Loconte to look behind the s...

Do you wonder how you can make your Sunday's more transformative? This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with Nancy Beach to talk about creating worship services that engage both the mind and heart. From sermom prep ...

Join host Dave Stone as he sits down with author and minimalist Joshua Becker to talk about how owning less can lead to more. This conversation will challenge you to examine your own life and consider how margin, contentment,...

In this special edition of Pastor to Pastor to kick off the new year, host Dave Stone shares how to do one of the most meaningful disciplines in ministry well: learning people's names. Drawing from scripture and decades of pa...

As 2025 comes to a close, join host Dave Stone as he reflects on the most powerful moments from the first year of Pastor to Pastor. Featuring highlights from Nirup Alphonse, Joby Martin, Mindy Caliguire, Glenn Packiam, Kyle I...

Most churches don't expect crisis will happen to them - until it does - that's why it's important to have a plan. This week, host Dave Stone sits down with master communicator Phil Cooke to talk about his book Church on Trial...

Renowned apologist and evangelist Mark Mittelberg join host Dave Stone to share his five 'faith-sharing styles,' and talk about the eternal impact of evangelism. This episode is packed with tools your congregation can use! Pa...

This week, Pastor Shawn Johnson of Red Rocks Church shares his honest journey through anxiety, panic, and discouragement in ministry. Shawn explains how God meets us in moments of fear and what it means to "kiss the fire" ins...

Lee Strobel is back with fresh insights from his newly updated book, The Case for Christmas. He also shares an inspiring real-life story from his new movie, The Case for Miracles. Pastor to Pastor Instagram The Focused Pastor...

Have you fallen prey to lies from the enemy that are disrupting your relationship with God? In this special live edition of Pastor to Pastor, join host Dave Stone as he sits down author and pastor Gary Thomas to talk about ho...

Stress in ministry is very real, especially for pastors, but a "grin and bear it" approach can lead to significant impacts on your physical, mental, and spiritual health. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with M...

We often report the success of missions work, but how often are you calling your congregation to the missions field? This week, host Dave Stone is joined by Steven Thomas of Thomas Road Baptist Church to share how his family'...

Some breakthroughs take decades - decades of faithful prayer and steadfast work. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with pastor Mark Batterson to talk about the power of perseverance and prayer, as well as leavin...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...