The Shepherd's Table

What to Do When God Feels Distant

Even strong believers go through seasons where God feels distant. What do you do in those moments? In this episode of The Shepherd’s Table, Dr. David Colbert explores the reality of spiritual dryness and why feelings of distance from God are more common—and more important—than many realize. Drawing from Psalm 13:1 and Hebrews 13:5, this conversation offers clarity on why these seasons happen and how to remain grounded in faith when emotions feel uncertain. You’ll learn: • Why even faithful believers experience spiritual dryness • The difference between feeling distant from God and being distant from God • How God’s presence is rooted in His promises, not our emotions • Practical ways to stay consistent and connected in quiet seasons • How leaders can help others walk through spiritual dryness If you’re in a season where God feels quiet or far away, this episode will encourage you to stay rooted and keep moving forward in faith. Pull up a chair. There’s room for you at The Shepherd’s Table.

How Christians Can Engage Culture Without Compromise

Christians are called to engage culture—but not be shaped by it. So how do we live in that tension? In this episode of The Shepherd’s Table, Dr. David Colbert explores how believers can remain grounded in truth while still engaging a rapidly changing culture with wisdom and grace. Drawing from Romans 12:2, this conversation unpacks what it means to be transformed by Scripture rather than conformed to the world—and why both conviction and presence are essential. You’ll learn: • Why Christians must be both distinct and present • The danger of withdrawing from culture—or blending into it • How leaders can guide others through cultural confusion • What it looks like to speak truth with clarity and grace • A practical way to engage in difficult conversations this week If you want to stand firm in your faith while still reaching people effectively, this episode will help you navigate culture with confidence and conviction. Pull up a chair. There’s room for you at The Shepherd’s Table.

Why Some Leaders Plateau (And How to Grow Again)

Some leaders fail loudly. Others slowly stop growing. In this episode of The Shepherd’s Table, Dr. David Colbert explores why leaders plateau and how growth can begin again with humility, feedback, and intentional development. Drawing from Proverbs 27:17 (KJV), this conversation explains how leaders become stuck through comfort, isolation, familiarity, and neglect of the inner life. You’ll learn: • Why leadership plateaus happen • The warning signs of stalled growth • How feedback and challenge sharpen a leader • Why experience alone is not enough • Practical steps to start growing again If you lead in ministry, business, or any team environment, this episode will help you recognize stagnation early and pursue fresh growth with wisdom. Pull up a chair. There’s room for you at The Shepherd’s Table.

How to Raise Leaders, Not Just Fill Roles

In this episode of The Shepherd’s Table, Dr. David Colbert explores the difference between solving immediate needs and building long-term leadership strength. Drawing from Ephesians 4:11–12, this conversation explains why biblical leadership is not only about doing ministry, but equipping others for the work of ministry. You’ll learn: • The difference between filling roles and raising leaders • Why leadership development is essential for healthy growth • How Jesus developed leaders through trust, feedback, and responsibility • Why control can block multiplication • A practical step to begin developing future leaders this week If you lead a church, team, or ministry, this episode will help you build people rather than simply manage tasks. Pull up a chair. There’s room for you at The Shepherd’s Table.

Don’t Lose Your Soul Trying to Build a Ministry

Ministry can grow… while your soul quietly wears down. In this episode of The Shepherd’s Table, Dr. David Colbert explores the hidden danger of burnout in leadership and why many pastors and leaders struggle to finish well. Drawing from Acts 20:24, this conversation focuses on what it means to faithfully finish your calling without losing your spiritual health along the way. You’ll learn: • Why leaders often burn out—even when they love God • The danger of carrying what you were never meant to carry • Why boundaries and rhythms are essential for long-term ministry • The importance of remembering you are not the Messiah • A practical step to begin protecting your soul this week If you’re serving, leading, or carrying responsibility in any area of ministry, this episode will help you slow down, refocus, and lead with endurance. Pull up a chair. There’s room for you at The Shepherd’s Table.