Rusty George Podcast

Joel Smallbone is a Grammy winning Christian music artist from the group For King and Country. He is also an Actor and Director having appeared in several films. He has a movie coming out titled "Unsung Hero" that will be released in theaters April 26, 2024. The movie is about his family moving from Australia to Nashville, Tennessee. Joel and Rusty discuss a variety of topics from music to movies, and Joel even ranks famous Australians. Follow the movie: Unsung Herohttps://www.facebook.com/unsungheromoviehttps://www.instagram.com/unsungheromoviehttps://twitter.com/unsungheromoviehttps://www.youtube.com/@kingdomstorycompanyhttps://www.tiktok.com/@unsungheromovieFollow the band: https://www.forkingandcountry.com/https://www.facebook.com/forkingandcountryhttps://www.instagram.com/forkingandcountryhttps://twitter.com/4kingandcountryhttps://www.youtube.com/forkingandcountrytv

Mike Nave is a Vice President of the Accelerate Group out of Phoenix, Arizona. Mike is a longtime member and Elder at the Christ Church of the Valley, and his mission is to help bridge the gap with church Elders and Senior Pastors. Mike and Rusty discuss what is the purpose of Elders? They also discuss what makes a good Elder. This is a great conversation for everyone Elders, Pastors, and members as well. Website: https://www.accelerate.groupGIVE: https://www.accelerate.group/giveInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/accelerate.groupFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AccelerateGroupInfo

Kevin Burrell is an Area Supervisor Scout for MLB's Chicago White Sox. Kevin discusses being a Christian in a secular place, he also talks about analytics vs conventional scouting, how he is a Minister disguised as a scout, and finally, he gives us baseball nerds a prospect to watch. 

Welcome to the Simple Faith Podcast with Rusty George! In this episode, Rusty is joined by special guest Clay Scroggins, author of "How to Lead When You're Not in Charge." Clay and Rusty dive into a lively conversation about sports, the unique challenges of young pastors working alongside popular lead pastors, and their shared connection to Crossroads Christian Church. Get ready for some laughs and insightful discussion as Clay and Rusty explore the dynamics of leadership and influence.In "How to Lead When You're Not in Charge," Clay Scroggins challenges the traditional notion of leadership as solely tied to title or position. Instead, he highlights the power of influence and how individuals can effectively lead, even without formal authority. Through actionable insights and personal anecdotes, Clay offers strategies for navigating organizational challenges and driving positive change from any role. Tune in to discover practical tips for becoming a more impactful leader in your own sphere of influence.About C

Gavin Adams is a speaker, author, and Pastor. In this episode Gavin explains how he started with a business degree and then felt called to go into ministry as a part time bi vocational middle school teacher in Georgia, to then a full time Pastor for 16 years. Gavin takes you inside to how he uses blogs to help cultivate ideas and strategize. Gavin also takes you through parts of his book "Big Shoes to Fill" and talks about the challenges of replacing a long time, or well-liked leader. Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavin_adamsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gavinradams/Website: https://gavinadams.com/Order your copy of "Big Shoes to Fill" by Gavin Adams: https://gavinadams.com/big-shoes-to-fill-book/

Join Rusty George in this thought-provoking episode as he sits down with J. Warner Wallace to delve into the importance of Easter and the case for the resurrection. Can the resurrection be proven? Rusty and J. Warner Wallace explore the profound impact of Christ on history, science, and the modern world. Gain insights on how to engage the next generation in conversations about the relevance of Christ in today's world. Tune in for a fascinating discussion that sheds light on the evidence and significance of the resurrection.

Dayton Morre is currently a Senior Advisor of Baseball Operations for the 2024 World Series Champion Texas Rangers. He was also GM of The Kansas City Royals from 2006-2021, which included a World Series win in 2015.  Rusty and Dayton talk about keeping the faith in a competitive and sometimes thankless industry. Dayton also discusses the disappointment of being fired by his hometown team.  Rusty then asks Dayton to give his "Royal Mount Rushmore".     

Rusty is joined by his former College Professor Dr Mark E. Moore. Mark is currently a New Testament Scholar and resident Pastor at Christ Church of the Valley in Phoenix, Arizona.  "Is this the end times?" Mark goes in depth about the history of Palestine and Israel. This is an episode you do not want to miss, especially if you love history and biblical history.Mark Moore joined the staff at Christ’s Church of the Valley (CCV) in Peoria, Arizona, in 2012 as a teaching pastor. CCV is a multi-site church with over 40,000 in weekly attendance. Prior to joining the CCV team, Mark was a Professor at Ozark Christian College in Joplin, Missouri, for 22 years. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Johnson University and Haus Edelweiss in Vienna, Austria, and the author of a number of books, including The Chronological Life of Christ and Core 52: A Fifteen-Minute Daily Guide to Build Your Bible IQ in a Year. His life passion is to make Jesus famous.Website: https://markmoore.orgFB: https://www.facebook.com/mark.e.moore.3

In this episode, Rusty is joined by Chad Moore, the Lead Pastor at Sun Valley Community Church in Arizona. Listen to how a friendship started with the movie "Tommy Boy". Chad goes on to explain the process in which his messages are created, and how he will use everything around him to craft his messages. Finally learn how he helped grow his church to what we see today. Chad Moore is Lead Pastor at Sun Valley Community Church in Gilbert, AZ., one of the largest and fastest growing churches in America.  With over 20 years of pastoral experience, Chad is passionate about serving his congregation. Chad enjoys fly fishing, hiking, long dinners with his wife and riding motorcycles. He also serves churches and business leaders as a Leadership Coach and Consultant. You can follow Chad at @pastorchadmoore on Instagram and listen to teaching at sunvalleycc.com or at The Loving God Loving People Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/loving-god-loving-people/id1528220158Chad is also the host of The Cigar Preache

Shawn Lovejoy is back on the podcast to give leaders some advice on how to get better. Having been a successful real estate developer, a church planter, megachurch pastor, and CEO of a fast-growing coaching and consulting organization, Shawn has some great tips on how to get better. 

You joined me for a good one! My friend Dave Phillips joins me on the podcast, and talks about making an impact for the Kingdom. Dave is the founder and president of Children's Hunger Fund and their mission is to deliver hope to suffering children by equipping local churches for gospel-centered mercy ministry.Learn more about the Children's Hunger Fund HERE 

In this special bonus episode join Rusty and his special guest Ricky Jenkins as they preview the upcoming Revival at Crossroads Christian Church. Listen as Ricky previews the heart of where this special sermon will be coming from. You do not want to miss this. Please join us live in person for the Revival February 12th and 13th at Crossroads Christian Church in Grand Prairie, TX, just southwest of Dallas at 7pm.

Tim Lucas, the visionary founder and dedicated lead pastor of Liquid Church in NJ, brings his compelling narrative to the podcast. In an engaging conversation, Tim shares the remarkable journey of how he and his dynamic team have propelled Liquid Church to be recognized among the 100 fastest-growing churches in America by Outreach Magazine. His inspiring heart and transformative story reflect the tremendous strides they've made for the Kingdom, making this episode a testament to their impactful journey and dedication to spreading the message of faithAbout Tim: Tim Lucas is the founder and Lead Pastor of Liquid Church, named one of America’s 100 Fastest-Growing Churches by Outreach magazine. Pastor Tim and his wife Colleen started Liquid “on accident” with a dozen twenty-something friends meeting in the basement of a 150-year old church. Since launching in 2007, Liquid has experienced rapid growth, expanding to 7 campuses across New Jersey with a vision to “Saturate the State with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”

Executive Pastor Erin Johnston from Canyon Ridge Church in Las Vegas joins us on the podcast to discuss the significance of making disciples. Why is this important? Because Jesus instructs us to go and make disciples. But how do we accomplish this? Erin breaks it down for us in this episode of Simple Faith.Thank you to Subsplash for partnering with us! If you're looking for an app for your church, look no further! Subsplash has everything you need to increase engagement beyond Sunday. Check them out at http://subsplash.com/simple 

It's hard to sum up the impact that the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. made during his life. But as we take time to honor him this week, I wanted to quickly share one thing that I've learned through his life and legacy. Thank you to Subsplash for partnering with us! If you're looking for an app for your church, look no further! Subsplash has everything you need to increase engagement beyond Sunday. Check them out at http://subsplash.com/simple 

We all have goals for the New Year, and I hope one of yours is to grow in your faith. In this episode, Pastor Troy Kennedy, the Next Steps Pastor at Westside Family Church in Lenexa, KS, assists us in examining spiritual formation and how it can aid you in achieving your goals for the new year.Thank you to Subsplash for partnering with us! If you're looking for an app for your church, look no further! Subsplash has everything you need to increase engagement beyond Sunday. Check them out at http://subsplash.com/simple 

After 20 years at a place, you pick up a thing or two. And after 20 years of leading Real Life Church, here are five lessons I've learned that I believe can help you, whether you're in ministry or just seeking some valuable insights for your life journey.Speaking of things I've picked up along the way, Subsplash is a tool I've been using while at Real Life Church to help our community connect beyond Sunday. From facilitating donations to sharing messages and more, Subsplash stands out as our favorite tool for fostering connections. Explore their services at http://subsplash.com/simple.

2024, It's almost here and I've got ONE tip on how to make your faith simple in the New Year. Thank you to Subsplash for partnering with us! If you're looking for an app for your church, look no further! Subsplash has everything you need to increase engagement beyond Sunday. Check them out at http://subsplash.com/simple

Is Christmas really simple? I mean, does the time of year stop all that is going on in life? If we look closely, we can see a thread running throughout the Christmas story that makes it all a little simpler.A huge thank you to Subsplash for sponsoring the podcast. If you're a church looking to increase engagement, give Subsplash a call or click here for more information: http://subsplash.com/simple

I love the nativity scene! Growing up, it was my responsibility to assemble it, and I enjoyed arranging all the figures in their proper places, carefully positioning them under our family Christmas tree. But did I overlook a piece? Joseph, check. Mary, check. Baby Jesus, check. Shepherds, check. Wise Men, check. Barn animals, check. However, after reading Revelation, I realized I might have overlooked a significant character. Listen closely to find out who else was present at the nativity scene that you should be aware of.  A huge thank you to Subsplash for sponsoring the podcast, if you're a church looking to increase engagment, give Subaplsh a call or click here for more information http://subsplash.com/simple