Hard Conversations With Yourself
In previous epidosdes, we’ve talked about having hard conversations with your pastor, musicians, and church members. But conversations with yourself may be the hardest conversations of all. Why do we do what we do? What motivates us to do better? What’s going on when we aren’t excited about serving the church anymore? In this episode, […]
Hard Conversations With Your Church Members
If you’re a leader in the church, at some point you’re going to have people who have problems with the way you’re doing things. It might be the music, the song choices, or the volume. It might be people in your church who just don’t like to sing. Or it might be the overly enthusiastic […]
Planning, Spontaneity, and Authenticity
Some leaders love to know and plan every detail of the Sunday service in advance. Others prefer finding out what God will do spontaneously in the course of the meeting. Wherever we fall on the spectrum, both planning and spontaneity are an important part of engaging with God genuinely as we gather. In this episode, […]
Minimizing God’s Presence
Christians who come out of a hyper-charismatic or pentecostal background are often wary of any talk about God’s presence. But Psalm 105:4 encourages us to “seek the LORD and his strength; seek his presence continually!” What does it mean to “seek God’s presence continually” and how can we be committed to the authority, sufficiency, and […]
Manufacturing and Marketing God’s Presence
God’s people are uniquely defined by God’s presence. It’s a sign of his favor, mercy, and covenant love. But bad things happen when we start to speak about God’s presence in a way that makes it sounds like we can control it, or worse, profit financially from it. In this episode, Bob Kauflin and David […]
Leading Your Church Through Change
There is something profound about a church that faithfully carries out its meetings with a steady consistency, week after week, month after month, year after year. It testifies to the unchanging truths we trust in, rely on, and cling to. But what happens when leaders realize there’s something they could do something better or differently? […]
Sounds Good: Pursuing Excellence in Audio from Mindset and Ministry to Microphones and Mixing
This masterclass was not recorded, but this PDF was put together as a helpful FAQ resource based on the content of the class by James Hoffman. Download through the link below.
The Gospel and Our Witness – Devon Kauflin
Main Session 6 by Devon Kauflin from California Conference 2025: Your Gathering and the Gospel
The Gospel and Our Serving – Jon Payne
Main Session 5 by Jon Payne from California Conference 2025: Your Gathering and the Gospel
The Gospel and Our Singing – Bob Kauflin
Main Session 4 by Bob Kauflin from California Conference 2025: Your Gathering and the Gospel
The Gospel and Our Proclamation – Mike Bullmore
Main Session 3 by Mike Bullmore from California Conference 2025: Your Gathering and the Gospel
The Gospel and Our Hearts – Dane Ortlund
Main Session 2 by Dane Ortlund from California Conference 2025: Your Gathering and the Gospel
The Gospel and Our Identity – Rick Gamache
Main Session 1 by Rick Gamache from California Conference 2025: Your Gathering and the Gospel
Thinking Through Bilingual Services – Fabrizio Rodulfo
Many churches today are having to confront the challenge of multilingual congregations and communities. What steps can we take to minimize the gaps we experience and reflect the unity we now have in Christ? In this breakout, Fabrizio will share how he has served in different contexts and in the process of translation to maximize […]
Technology and the Church – Devon Kauflin
From the printing press to the iPhone, from organs to IMAG, churches in every generation have had to wisely assess what role the latest technology might play in serving their congregations. At the same time members of churches have been influenced more and more by the voices they hear over social media than the voices […]
Shepherding Your Teams – Jon Payne
Leaders glorify God when they see their own responsibilities as a means of actively caring for, serving, and building up others. This session will give you theological foundations and practical applications for becoming that kind of leader.
Reading the Psalms for All They’re Worth – Dane Ortlund
The Psalms are one of the most well known and loved books of Scripture. Christians often go there to find comfort in being reminded that the Lord is our shepherd, that he is an ever present help in times of trouble, and that the steadfast love of the Lord endures forever. But what if we […]
Meeting with Christ in Scripture – Mike Bullmore
One reason God gave us the Bible is so that we might know him better. That’s why it’s a tragedy when Christians read, study, and memorize their Bibles but don’t grow in their relationship with and love for Christ. In this seminar, you’ll gain motivation, perspectives, and tools that will help you encounter the Savior […]
Minding the Gaps: Making the Most of Transitions – Bob Kauflin
Too often our Sunday gatherings feel like a playlist on shuffle. Elements are unconnected, changes are abrupt, and people are left confused. To address the situation, we often resort to a “musical glue” that makes things feel more connected but does little to help people understand any kind of progression. In this practical breakout, Bob […]
Marriage and Ministry: What Really Matters – Bob & Julie Kauflin
How do you sustain a vibrant, Christ-honoring relationship with your spouse through all the challenges, commitments, disappointments, and sacrifices of ministry? Whether you’re newlyweds or have been married for decades, this transparent conversation between a couple married and in ministry for 45 years will help you focus on the things that matter most. As Bob […]
How We Write Sovereign Grace Songs – California Conference 2025
In this breakout, you’ll hear from a number of the songwriters who contribute to Sovereign Grace Music as they talk about the philosophy and process behind what we do. They’ll cover topics that include rooting your lyrics in Scripture, the benefits and limits of creativity, co-writing, watching your heart, and more.