Expositors Collective

In this rich and reflective conversation, Tim Brown , Heath Hardesty , and Brian Daly  answer questions from attendees and discuss the spiritual dynamics of sermon preparation. Together they explore how worship, prayer, and delight in Scripture form the heart behind preaching that reveals rather tha...

In this lively panel discussion, pastors Nick Cady, John Whittaker, and Conor Berry join Mike Neglia to explore the art and science of sermon preparation. They talk candidly about how to move from text to message, find the “big idea,” and keep Jesus at the center—without losing clarity or heart alon...

What if your sermon prep — or your spiritual life — isn’t meant to be efficient, but formative ? In this episode, Mike Neglia sits down with Heath Hardesty , Lead Pastor of Valley Community Church in Pleasanton, California, and author of the forthcoming book All Things Together: How Apprenticeship t...

Lynne Kelly shares her journey from hesitant Bible teacher to confident, disciplined instructor. Once unsure of her abilities and overly dependent on supplementary materials, Lynne describes how she began to grow in both skill and conviction through intentional study and training. Her cross-cultural...

Preaching is never meant to stop at information - it is meant to produce transformation. That was the heart of Eric Lockhart’s message, Preaching for Change and Obedience , delivered at the Expositors Collective training event in Kampala on 13 September 2024. With warmth and clarity, Eric urged prea...

Preachers can sabotage themselves if they never listen back to their own sermons. In this milestone 400th episode, Pastor Ryan Marr of Calvary Chapel St. Petersburg explains why reviewing your delivery is essential, how seminary reshaped his confidence, and why finding your authentic voice matters m...

In a society where quick fixes and instant gratification dominate, are we settling for the same thing in our approach to sermons? In this episode, Pastor Mike Chaddick invites us to move beyond “fast food preaching” toward preparing and serving meals that are both desirable and deeply nourishing. Re...

In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Mike sits down in person with Dr Bob Franquiz at our St. Pete training event. Bob reflects on his journey from a shaky first devotion at Bible College to 25 years of preaching and pastoring at Calvary Fellowship in Miramar, Florida . Together th...

Dr John Whittaker shares why expository preaching changes lives. He traces his journey from a shy teenager to his first sunrise-Easter sermon in 1985, reflects on Pastor Don’s topical, many-point approach - “like a log of bologna” you could cut anywhere - and explains why he came to believe the powe...

Preaching, says Heath Hardesty, should do more than explain a passage of Scripture - it should take listeners on a journey that awakens thirst and points them to the living water of Christ. In this session, recorded at Valley Community Church in Pleasanton, California, Hardesty unpacks how the “arc”...

In this episode of the Expositors Collective podcast, Mike sit down with Mike Dente , lead pastor of Calvary Chapel Paris. Mike has served in France for decades, planting and pastoring in a thoroughly post-Christian European context.  Mike brings a thoughtful and pastoral lens to the challenges of p...

Alistair Begg - one of the most recognisable voices in expository preaching - sits down with Brian Brodersen for a candid conversation on decades of ministry, recent controversies, and the hope that outshines them all. With characteristic warmth and clarity, Alistair reflects on God’s faithfulness, ...

Many people consider Jesus to be a great teacher and preacher, but few actually realise just how incredible and multilayered His teachings actually were. In this episode of Expositors Collective, Mike speaks with Dr. Peter J. Williams, the principal of Tyndale House in Cambridge, and the chair of th...

In these interactive seminars, attendees will meet in groups and build ongoing relationships. Our next training weekend will be held at Calvary Chapel St Petersburg. 8900 US Hwy 19 N, Pinellas Park, Florida 33782August 22-23, 2025 Calvary Chapel St Petersburg Register here: https://expositorscollect...

In this in-person conversation between friends, Mike Neglia and Bryan Kelly – lead pastor of WestChurch in Bradenton, Florida, host of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast , and long-time church planter – mix plenty of laughs with rich wisdom for aspiring preachers and church planters. They recall ...

What if the whole story of the Bible could be told through four mountains? In this conversation, Mike speaks with theologian and pastor Michael Niebauer about his new book, Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion . They explore how the geography of Eden, Sinai, Tabor, and Zio...

In these interactive seminars, attendees will meet in groups and build ongoing relationships. Our next training weekend will be held at Calvary Chapel St Petersburg. 8900 US Hwy 19 N, Pinellas Park, Florida 33782 August 22-23, 2025 Calvary Chapel St Petersburg Register here: https://expositorscollec...

In this episode, Mike speaks with Jordan Faker, a former youth pastor and current missionary in the Basque Country of Spain. Jordan shares lessons from his eight years in youth ministry and reflects on the realities of bivocational life—working a regular job while faithfully shepherding students. He...

Title:  Preaching for Life: Kevin Sanders on Clarity and Conviction  In this episode, Kevin Sanders joins Mike Neglia for a focused and practical conversation on the art and discipline of preaching. Together, they explore what it means to preach with clarity, conviction, and care. Kevin shares how h...

“What if the pastor who put you under discipline has died? Can you still be forgiven?” That’s just one of the hard-hitting questions tackled in this raw and riveting panel discussion recorded live in Kampala, Uganda. With honesty, insight, and pastoral clarity, three Ugandan leaders dig deep into th...

Could reclaiming the practice of catechetical preaching be the key to deeper discipleship and richer congregational life today? In this compelling episode of the Expositors Collective podcast, Pastor Danny Hyde invites listeners to revisit the timeless wisdom of the catechisms—not just as theologica...

What happens when a generation of preachers rises up without mentors? In this energising and deeply personal talk, Rev Raymond L. Bukenya challenges pastors and leaders to take the biblical call to mentoring preachers seriously—for the health of the church today and the sake of gospel clarity tomorr...

What does it look like when gospel renewal is forged through suffering and planted in the heart of a global city? In this conversation, Esteban Valenzuela, pastor of Raíces Madrid Evangelical Christian Church , shares his remarkable story of personal transformation, perseverance through false accusa...

Before outlining a sermon or opening a commentary, Ed Compean begins with prayer. In this recording from an Expositors Collective training event in Uganda, he offers a grounded and practical walkthrough of sermon preparation that starts with dependence on God and flows toward a faithful final draft....

In this episode, Brian Brodersen joins us to share insights from decades of pastoral ministry, biblical exposition, and spiritual discernment. Now serving as pastor emeritus of Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa , Brian reflects on his transition out of the lead pastor role, and his current ministry leading ...

In this episode, Mike speaks with Dr Pamela MacRae , Professor of Ministry to Women and Ministry to Victims of Sexual Exploitation at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. With decades of experience in local church ministry and nearly twenty years teaching at Moody, Dr MacRae offers thoughtful insight o...

Recorded live in Kampala, Uganda, this episode features a wide-ranging and deeply honest conversation on the practice of church leadership in a variety of contexts. Pastors from Calvary Chapel and Baptist traditions come together to address anonymous audience questions on everything from altar calls...

What does it look like to prepare and preach the Bible in a way that’s both faithful to the text and reliant on the Holy Spirit? In this panel discussion hosted by Mike Neglia, four experienced Bible teachers – Roy Kasika, Moses Ouni, Zeddie Muzungu, and Brian Kelly – respond to real questions about...

In this engaging conversation, Mike Neglia interviews Shaun about his journey in pastoral ministry, teaching the Bible, and the importance of inductive Bible study. Sean shares candidly about his first teaching experience, transitioning to senior pastor, and his current ministry as a traveling minis...

What happens when someone who’s been teaching the Bible for 50 years sits down to talk about gospel clarity, gender dynamics in preaching, and why justification still needs explaining? In this episode, Mike Neglia is joined by Elyse Fitzpatrick—author, speaker, and theologian—for a deeply honest and...

In this heart-stirring and theologically rich episode, Mike Neglia is joined by theologian, pastor, and author Dr. Sam Storms to discuss his latest book, The Steadfast Love of the Lord: Experiencing the Life-Changing Power of God's Unchanging Affection . Together, they explore the transformative...

In this focused and practical message, Brian Kelly shares from his experience as a preacher and church planter on the necessity of clear, intentional sermon outlines. “If you don't have a plan, all you have is a wish,” he says—reminding us that Spirit-empowered preaching still requires thoughtful pr...

How did Charles Spurgeon’s theology of prayer shape one preacher’s lifelong commitment to expositional ministry, personal integrity, and staying rooted in a single congregation? In this conversation, Mike Neglia sits down with Dr. Keeney Dickenson, a seasoned pastor and mentor, to explore the spirit...

Artificial intelligence is already reshaping how some pastors write sermons, lead meetings, and care for people—but what are the theological and ethical boundaries for its use in ministry? In this wide-ranging conversation, Mike Neglia speaks with Dr Paul Hoffman about the promises and perils of AI ...

Can AI enhance sermon preparation without compromising theological integrity? Mike Neglia and Nick Cady  DELVE into the ethics of using AI in Christian ministry, discussing its potential benefits (like editing, condensing, and title generation) and serious dangers (such as inaccuracies, plagiarism, ...

What makes a long-term pastorate successful? How do internships shape future ministers? And what does it look like to grow as a preacher over decades of ministry? In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Rev. Dr. Danny Hyde joins Mike Neglia to talk about his journey in ministry —from ...

In this episode of Expositors Collective , we are joined by Pastor Zeddie Muzungu, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Kampala and Director of Calvary Chapel Bible College Uganda. Pastor Zeddie has been faithfully pastoring for over ten years, leading efforts to train leaders, plant churches, and build ...

Dr Dwain Tissell—preacher, scholar, and teacher—joins Expositors Collective to share insights from his 38 years of pastoral ministry and his deep love for biblical literacy and preaching. Now an adjunct professor at Western Seminary , he teaches courses on Applied Biblical Leadership and C.S. Lewis’...

How can local churches train their people to study and apply God’s Word with confidence? In this episode of The Expositors Collective Podcast , Matt Pettit , executive pastor at White Fields Calvary in Alberta, Canada , joins Mike Neglia to discuss the power of the Inductive Bible Study method and h...

Justin Thornton packs a LOT of soul-stirring and heart-searching truth into this short and powerful message that he delivered in Indianapolis, Indiana back in October 2023. He speaks about the irreplaceability of a preacher's heart relationship with the Lord, which contains both spontaneity and stru...

In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Mike Neglia speaks with Trillia Newbell —Bible teacher, author, and Acquisitions and Editorial Director at Moody Publishers —about her journey in teaching the Bible, overcoming self-consciousness in ministry, and the importance of friendship for...

In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Mike Neglia is joined by Roberto Gazga, a hospice chaplain, lay preacher at Christ the King Reformed Baptist Church in Niles, Illinois, and host of the Urban Puritano podcast. Roberto is the author of Christ's Scope and Scepter: His Word, Hi...

In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast, Mike Neglia speaks with Dr. Wayne Baxter, Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek at Heritage College & Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario. With a Ph.D. in Early Christianity from McMaster University and an M.Div. from Trinity Evangelical ...

This week we have a powerful and practical message from Tim Chaddick, Pastor for Preaching at Reality Ventura and a frequent speaker and mentor with Expositors Collective. Recorded live at a preacher training event in Indianapolis, Indiana, this teaching is concise, impactful, and brimming with hone...

In this episode of the Expositors Collective , Dan Hamel offers valuable insights into homiletics and the art of preaching. Recorded at The Creek, Indianapolis this discussion highlights Dan’s thoughtful approach to sermon preparation, delivery, and connecting with audiences in meaningful ways. Da...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast , we feature a compelling message from Bryan Stupar on the vital role of mentorship in ministry and life. Drawing from his deep well of pastoral experience and biblical understanding, Bryan illustrates the importance of older ge...

Should preachers use the humble "we" or the personalised "you" when speaking to their congregations? Should busy leaders take breakfast meetings? Should sermon preparation nourish the soul of the pastor? Carey Nieuwhof answers these questions and more in this captivating and compelling conversation ...

Should preachers use the humble "we" or the personalised "you" when speaking to their congregations? Should busy leaders take breakfast meetings? Should sermon preparation nourish the soul of the pastor? Carey Nieuwhof answers these questions and more in this captivating and compelling conversation ...

In this rebroadcast of a classic episode (from September of 2022) of the Expositors Collective Podcast , Dr. Bryan Chapell joins Mike to discuss the vital role of pastoral care and the irreplaceable power of love in pastoral ministry. Dr. Chapell is an internationally recognized preacher, teacher,...

Gospel Sanity in a World Gone Mad – This is what Ray Ortlund Jr. aims to offer to the next generation of pastors and leaders. In this conversation with Mike, he discusses the profound value of remembering his own mortality, the importance of gathering and "gospelling" young men, and the encouragemen...