We’re in the middle of a global pandemic, and everything we do now has the word “virtual” attached to it. I’m sick of it. Give me these 8 minutes and I will compel you to never use the word again! Need communications help? Holler at me: http:

042: Identifying and maximizing content opportunities

Oct 21st, 2020 27m 37s

I talked previously about “content opportunities”. I want to put some flesh on that with some insights to help ministries preach the gospel more effectively. Taking advantage of content opportunities simply means looking at everything you do as

041: Shortening the distance between idea and execution

Oct 20th, 2020 9m 48s

You wouldn’t believe how much content I’ve produced that I’ve never published. As a #digitalministry specialist, stewarding the greatest story that’s ever been told, I need to stop doing that.Shortening the distance between idea and execution

040: Communication, presence, and progress

Jun 13th, 2020 50m 13s

Communication is as much what you do, don’t do, and don’t say as much as it is what you say.Presence is as much a heart posture as it is a physical location.Progress: What have you dragged your feet on in the past? What have you been slow t

Bonus: #BlackOutTuesday: Under the microscope

Jun 2nd, 2020 15m 56s

#BlackOutTuesday was supposed to be about amplification. We do the opposite of that, though, when we needlessly evaluate people’s personal lives as the basis for discrediting their contributions. Let’s stop that.Need communications help? Hol

039: Now is not the time for social distancing

May 30th, 2020 25m 8s

I promise this is not what you think it is. Give it a listen. Either you’re with us or you’re not; there’s no gray area anymore. The love of Christ dictates as such.Need communications help? Holler at me: http://yourdigitalpastor.co #YourDi

038: COVID-19 and the new importance of daily impact

Apr 18th, 2020 21m 53s

Just a few thoughts — The successful ministry in this new paradigm is not the one who will have the most powerful Sunday experience, but will be the one who will create engaging, God-glorifying content on a daily basis. Churches in this season

037: 6 content ideas to connect your church beyond the sermon

Apr 4th, 2020 25m 34s

1 - Morning prayer and devotion (at least five days a week)2 - Podcast (perspective from the pastor on a relevant topic)3 - Mass text of encouragement (can be six days/week)4 - 30-60 minutes of live Q&A on FB/IG Live (or you could teach firs

036: COVID-19: 6 characteristics of digital-first experiences

Mar 28th, 2020 42m 50s

Digital is uniquely:1 - Personal (can create 1 to 1 impact out of 1 to many encounters)2 - Ubiquitous (can experience the event anywhere)3 - Shareable (can send a link and allow others to tap in)4 - Asynchronous (can consume in your own tim

035: Fighting for your passion when your dreams don’t come true

Mar 21st, 2020 13m 50s

Some churches were on the forefront of the digital ministry trend, others were later adopters, and yet many more have come to #onlinechurch kicking and screaming over the past few weeks. Those are the churches I want to help in this season.It

034: This is the XFL: A story of rebranding, reinvention, and redemption

Feb 10th, 2020 52m 55s

Because of what I’ve been through in my own life, I am fascinated with redemption and reinvention stories. The 2020 reiteration of the XFL is such a story, and I’m here for it. I promise if you give this a full listen, the value is there.Nee

033: A shrewd QR code marketing strategy you’ve probably never used before

Jan 13th, 2020 47m 22s

On this episode, I talk with one of my very best friends, Chris Preston (http://twitter.com/cp_6), host of the podcast “Where Did I Park?” (http://linktr.ee/wdipshow) about a truly innovative idea utilizing a QR code in a way you’ve probably ne

032: 5 ways to add value when you have nothing to say, pt.2

Jan 1st, 2020 45m 23s

A continuation of the throwback clips I shared previously as background, I reflect on what was happening at the time of those recordings and connect them to the concept of being able to add value on social media when you’re going through person

031: 5 ways to add value when you have nothing to say, pt.1

Dec 28th, 2019 46m 2s

Scripture:1 Peter 5: 6-11Tool:Speechify app https://getspeechify.comBefore getting into the points, I wanted to take a look back to two pieces of content I made—both of which have shown up on past episodes of the pod—about things I went t

030: You began your #GivingTuesday campaign too late: 5 reasons why

Dec 8th, 2019 58m 43s

1 - People don’t have to be compelled to spend, but they do need to be compelled to give2 - We are compelled by stories and It takes time for us to connect to the stories of others 3 - You didn’t take advantage of extra time to bring more e

029: The #BlackFriday edition - Why brand is king

Nov 30th, 2019 35m 17s

TL;DR (DL): People won’t care about what you do until they connect with who you are. I connect a few ideas and resources together to arrive at this key takeaway for business, #churchcomm, ministry as a whole, and interpersonal relationships.L

028: 5 types of video seminaries should be creating

Nov 5th, 2019 54m 49s

Types of video seminaries should be creating1️⃣ Testimonial videos2️⃣ Live event video (chapel, commencement, conferences, presentations, convocations, work not on campus but in the community)3️⃣ A recorded webinar for prospective students

027: 5 types of content seminaries should be producing

Oct 29th, 2019 50m 4s

1️⃣ COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT - In every seminary community, which comprises, at minimum, current students, faculty, staff, and alumni, there is a treasure chest of stories to be shared, either of what those seminary family members are doing presentl

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Bonus: Kanye’s “Jesus is King” and the “Huffington Post Disease”

Oct 26th, 2019 32m 10s

I had some thoughts this evening about the effect of social media on the public sentiment toward Kanye West’s initial gospel offering. #YourDigitalPastorNeed communications help? Holler at me: http://yourdigitalpastor.co/hire

026: 5 fundamental principles of #churchcomm

Oct 21st, 2019 42m 25s

026: The 5 fundamental principles of #churchcommThis week’s topic was inspired by @bradyshearer and the #ProChurchTools #podcast. That is to say these principles aren’t original thoughts of mine, but the presentation of them in this way was b

025: 5 reasons #churchcomm should be taught in seminary

Oct 14th, 2019 1h 1m

This week, I’m sharing my #topfive reasons seminaries should offer church communications education.1 - Just like pastors and seminary professors, church communicators are stewards of the greatest story that has ever been told. To be a good st

024: 5 Seminaries killing it digitally in 2019

Oct 7th, 2019 56m 44s

One very important aspect of church communications that is never discussed is the communications efforts of the institutions responsible for equipping the leaders of the church. I am uniquely qualified to provide value on this subject.In this

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023: #LeadingFromTheBottom: How to add value when you don’t know the answer

Jul 1st, 2019 32m 39s

#LeadingFromTheBottom is me distilling the many leadership lessons I’ve learned from this season of my professional life. In this episode, I talk about how you can still lead and be of value as a go-to person, even when you don’t know the answe

YDPshort007: Pray for your boy + the power of playlists for your life and ministry

Feb 25th, 2019 16m 14s

February 2019 has been a crucial month in the history of my life, crucial for my future and for everything God has for me. This last week of the month is critically important to seal the work that has already been done. I’m therefore asking for

YDPshort006: Involving more people in the content-production process

Feb 11th, 2019 12m 4s

Something special ESPN college basketball is doing to involve fans in its live coverage is incredibly smart and creative and reflects something pastors and their church communications pros need to be doing as well. #YourDigitalPastorWebsite