SCBA Leadership Podcast

In this unique episode, Dr. Matthew Singleton (Director of Missions for the SCBA) interviews Pastor David Segura.
In the first episode David tells about his life growing up, joining a gang, selling drugs on the street and ending up in prison.
In the second episode David shared what life was like in prison after he became a Christian and the challenges he faced when he got out.
In this final episode David shares how God called him into the pastorate, his initial resistance, and how God has been on the move in his church (FBC Ganado) ever since he gave God his YES.
 

What does it mean to be a deacon in the local church? What are the qualifications and key contributions they make to the ministry? How can they best work with the pastor in creating a healthy church context?
 
In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, interviews Dr. Jeff Lynn. Jeff serves as the Senior Strategist for Church Health and Leadership, resourcing and networking church leaders across the state. He has been in ministry for over 32 years, serving in itinerant Christian music ministry, as a Worship Pastor, and as a Senior Pastor for 25 years. Dr. Lynn has recently written a book title, “Chosen to Serve," and is now offering a training. More info can be found at https://resources.sbtexas.com/library/deacon-ministry-training-239521/732345/about/.
 
PS--Dr. Lynn will lead a breakout on deacon ministry at out upcoming Annual Meeting + Church Conference on October 17th at FBC Gonzales!

What makes for a good worship song?
 
How does a worship team plan well?
 
In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, interviews Will Stevens, long time Worship Pastor at Oakwood Baptist Church in New Braunfels. Also on the episode is Rachel Lamb who serves on staff with Will as a worship leader. 

What are the 5 (maybe 6) reasons churches are unfriendly?
 
What are some easy, low cost ways to increase friendliness?
 
In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, interviews Dr. Matthew Kim. Dr. Kim is a former pastor and currently serves as the professor of preaching and pastoral leadership, holder of the George W. Truett Endowed Chair in Preaching and Evangelism, and director of the PhD in preaching program at Baylor University's Truett Seminary.
 
He has written a new book called, “Becoming a Friendlier Church,” in which Dr. Kim calls attention to the crisis of unfriendliness that prevents many churches from welcoming new people into their community. Using concrete examples, Kim shows how even churches that think themselves friendly can unintentionally communicate insularity, apathy, busyness, prejudice, and the pursuit of comfort. Instead, a welcoming church pursues open communication, gratitude, intentionality, hospitality, and celebration. These practices will help your community embrace new people and set them on a pathway of belonging and discipleship. (Taken from blurb on Amazon)
 
Get your copy of Dr. Kim’s book at…
https://a.co/0hW2a87E

What are the first steps in starting or restarting a children’s ministry?
 
What policies and procedures must be in place?
 
In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, interviews Tonya Horn, Children’s Director for FBC Kyle. After having served as a volunteer in her church’s children’s ministry, she joined the staff to help restart it after covid. They gathered a team and launched ministries that continue to serve the church and community.
 
Check out the FBC Kyle Children’s Ministry Handbook at the link below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ELtZKQLLRnpp8a4-8crtAD0AXJjuBghj/view?usp=sharing

In preaching, how can you set the table and serve a delicious and nutritious meal to those hungry for the word?
 
How can paying attention to verbs improve a sermon?
 
In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, interviews Dr. Vernon J. Shazier on his new book, “Full Course Preaching: From Appetizer to Dessert - How to Craft and Deliver Sermons that Truly Feed the Soul”

How can you best utilize parents in student ministry?
 
How can you tell students are engaged in your message?
 
In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Rowdy Lind, Student Pastor at The Connection Church in Buda and San Marcos, Texas. This is a wide-ranging conversation that is sure to bless and equip those serving teenagers.

What are practical ways ministry leaders can cultivate a calling in the lives of teenagers and young adults?
 
Is it better for the newly called to go straight into ministry or get some kind of training first?
 
In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Dr. Grant Byrd, the Student Ministry Associate with the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention. Dr. Byrd has re-released a book he co-wrote with Rusty Wheelington for teenagers and young adults who are exploring a call to ministry. You can find it on Amazon:
Following Your Call to Ministry: Recognizing and Responding to God's Call

In this unique episode, Dr. Matthew Singleton (Director of Missions for the SCBA) interviews Pastor David Segura. David follows up on a previous episode where he told of life growing up, joining a gang, selling drugs on the street and ending up in prison. In this episode he shares what life was like in prison after he became a Christian and the challenges of life when he got out. We ran out of time again so we will have another episode on his calling to ministry and his work as pastor of FBC Ganado.

How has a lack of husbands/fathers in the home and the spread of alcoholism affected the people of Guatemala?
 
What are the greatest needs of those living in financial poverty in this Central American country?
 
In this episode, Dr. Matthew Singleton (Director of Missions for the SCBA) interviews Jimmy and Charlyn Speed about their efforts to aid the spread of the gospel in Guatemala. Through Unica Vision Ministries and their missionary on the ground, they are building beds, providing funds for schooling, offering limited health care as a way to meet needs and open hearts. Learn more about Unica Vision Ministries at the link below:
https://www.unicavision.org/