What is a Revival? | with Asbury Seminary President David Watson

Reorienting a Mega Church: The Story of Port City Community Church | w/ Mike Ashcraft

How should a church measure faithfulness and success? What happens when the attendance numbers of a congregation increase so rapidly that the leadership cannot properly care for its members? In this fascinating conversation, Mike Ashcraft, pastor of Port City Community Church in Wilmington, North Carolina, describes for Todd von Helms what it was like to see a gathering of a dozen people meeting in his apartment explode into a mega church with over 5,000 members. Most importantly, Mike shares wisdom about the challenges along the way, as well as the humility needed and difficult choices that have been made during the past 27 years in order for Port City Community Church (PC3) to remain healthy and fulfill its God given purpose.

The Healing of the Paralytic | Chad Hudson's Story & Baptism

Chad Hudson graduated from the University of Texas at Austin and had a stellar career before a series of choices while living in the fast lane of life led him into a world of trouble and pain. In 2021 Chad experienced a mysterious form of paralysis from the waist down that has bound him to a wheelchair and nursing care facilities ever since. Recently, a longtime friend invited Chad to join a Bible study via zoom. That unexpected encounter has led to countless blessings for Chad and everyone fortunate enough to share in his journey of faith and hope.

Faith and Burnout w/ Gavin Ortlund + Todd von Helms

In this episode, Todd von Helms talks with Gavin Ortlund about the highs and lows of becoming a popular YouTube host, as well as how to overcome burnout and criticism, extend kindness to all people, and choose gratitude each day. Gavin also talks about apologetics, spiritual disciplines, favorite books, and goals for his growing ministry.

Recovering From the Bible w/ Tommy Nelson

In this episode, “Recovering From the Bible,” Tommy Nelson describes why he is still recovering from the Bible, as well as how he prepares his sermons. Tommy Nelson served as the Senior Pastor of Denton Bible Church in Denton, Texas for nearly 50 years, which included preaching to thousands each week and mentoring hundreds of future leaders through the Young Guns discipleship program. Today, Tommy Nelson serves as the Pastor Emeritus at Denton Bible Church and is still impacting countless lives through his dynamic teaching and bestselling books.

Replacing Loneliness with Joy | with Julie Hildebrand

In this episode, “Replacing Loneliness with Joy,” Todd von Helms talks with influencer Julie Hildebrand about how she was able to replace loneliness with true joy during college. Today, Julie is a faithful wife, mother of three, and spends much time mentoring and helping communities grow in faith and love for others. Check out her writing at www.goodwordproject.com