The Transforming the Church Podcast, hosted by Dr. Derwin L. Gray, empowers ministry leaders through Gospel-shaped, Christ-centered ministry practices that will encourage God's people to live on mission with Jesus and equip leaders to lead courageously. In each episode of the Transforming the Church Podcast, your heart will be ignited to lead a movement of everyday missionaries.
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Marriage and Ministry with Dr. Crawford Loritts
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In this episode, Pastor Derwin Gray sits down with Dr. Crawford Loritts, a seasoned pastor and leader in the Christian community, to discuss the essentials of maintaining a flourishing ministry and marriage. Dr. Loritts shares insights from his 50 years of ministry experience, emphasizing the importance of a personal relationship with God, the dang…
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One of the best ways to help your congregation be discipled is by bringing intentionality to your sermons by crafting them into a series. But where do you even start? This week, Dr. Derwin Gray is going to give you the inside scoop on his creative process for developing a sermon series. By sharing his insights and experiences, you will be encourage…
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How I Prepare a Sermon: The Dance Method
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Derwin L. Gray provides actionable advice for preachers and church leaders on crafting impactful sermons. He emphasizes the importance of being prepared by Jesus before preparing a sermon, stressing intimacy with God and reliance on the Holy Spirit's power. Additionally, he discusses the head, heart, hands approach, adv…
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Feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of pastoral ministry? Have you been told to just tough it out and push through the difficulties? The pressure of ministry can be draining, leaving you feeling inadequate, betrayed, and questioning your calling. It's time to break free from ineffective advice and cultivate the grit you need for lasting ministry …
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Ministry Won't Heal You- With Christine Caine
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Christine Caine is known worldwide for her work with A21 and Propel Women. But today, Pastor Derwin gets a chance to dive into conversation with Christine and hear more about her journey from brokenness to healing. Christine's story will transform your view of ministry. You'll discover the surprising truth about ministry and personal healing that C…
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In this episode of Transforming the Church, Dr. Derwin Gray dives deep into the crucial topic of healing past pain and trauma in ministry. Drawing from his own experiences and personal insights, Dr. Gray shares the importance of acknowledging and addressing unresolved issues to lead with emotional and spiritual health. He introduces the 'HEAL' acro…
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The Problem is Worship, Not Evangelism
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In this episode, Pastor Derwin L. Gray shares a transformative message on the essence of sharing faith and the true nature of evangelism. Through personal stories and biblical insights, Pastor Gray unfolds the concept that our reluctance to share the Gospel stems not from a lack of evangelistic commitment but from a deeper issue—a worship problem. …
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Dangers of the Prosperity Gospel, Ministry in Germany, and a Message to American Christians with Pastor Dave Schnitter
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Friday Night Lights, Forgiveness, and Future Glory: The Vision Casting Episode
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Dr. Derwin L. Gray unpacks the power of effective vision casting for life transformation within the church. Drawing from the words of Jesus, he shares personal stories of forgiveness and reconciliation, highlighting the need for unity in a world plagued by division and racism. By outlining practical steps for casting vision and emphasizing the call…
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4 Keys to Becoming a Missional Church That Blesses Its Community
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In this episode of The Transforming the Church Podcast, we have one driving question: Should we even exist if our community doesn’t change? Join Dr. Derwin L. Gray as he shares his stories on cultivating communities that bless those around them through the driving question. He boils it down to 4 Key Characteristics of churches that positively impac…
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Lessons Learned From The Naked Preacher
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Hey there! In this episode of Transforming the Church, Dr. Derwin L. Gray shares some powerful insights on evangelism. He draws from his personal experience of encountering a man he refers to as the "naked preacher" and the profound impact this had on his faith journey. Through this encounter, Dr. Derwin L. Gray learned valuable lessons about the t…
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4 Lessons from Gandhi on Reaching Unbelievers
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In this episode of The Transforming the Church Podcast, we're diving deep into the core of Christianity: love. Join Dr. Derwin L. Gray as he unpacks the profound impact of truth, inspired by Dr. Norman Geisler, that can utterly transform local churches into breeding grounds for everyday missionaries. From living authentically like Jesus to nurturin…
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Welcome to the Transforming the Church Podcast With Dr. Derwin L. Gray
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Join Dr. Derwin L. Gray as we ignite a revolution of passionate Jesus followers, embracing the mission to transform the church and reconcile the world with the Gospel. Through this podcast, you will learn how to: Transform your church and mission for impact. Love Jesus and people to transform lives. Witness the Gospel's impact on society. Experienc…
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