Called is a brand-new resource from Midwestern Seminary and For the Church. The hope is simple: We want to provide engaging resources uniquely suited to help those who may be sensing a call from God toward gospel ministry.

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Theology in the Everyday

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The Theology in the Everyday series seeks to introduce and explain theological concepts in 500 words or less, with a 200-word section helping explain the doctrine to kids. At For The Church, we believe that theology should not be designated to the academy alone but lived out by faith in everyday life. We hope this series will present theology in such a way as to make it enjoyable, connecting theological ideas to everyday experience and encouraging believers to study theology for the glory of God and the good of the Church.

What about ministry gives you joy? – Mark Vroegop

Ftc.co asks Mark Vroegop ‘What about ministry gives you joy?’.

How do you build consensus on a church team with disagreements? – Clint Pressley

Ftc.co asks Clint Pressley ‘How do you build consensus on a church team with disagreements?’.

What recommendation do you have for college ministry? – Aaron Lumpkin

Ftc.co asks Aaron Lumpkin ‘What recommendation do you have for college ministry?’.

For the Church Podcast

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Episode 331: Encouraging Your Pastor

Pastor Appreciation Month is coming soon, and Jared and Ross want to get you in the right mindset to make a difference in your pastors’ hearts and minds. Why do pastors need so much encouragement anyway? And where should we start? The guys discuss the “double honor” ways of encouraging our churches’ shepherds.


Episode 330: Raising Girls

From two guys who grew up with only brothers comes a podcast on being daddies to only girls. On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ross Ferguson discuss the different seasons, challenges, and blessings of raising daughters.


The Heart of Pastoring Podcast

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Episode 14: Service

The Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. If pastors mean to reflect the heart of the Good Shepherd, they will pursue a servant’s heart. But we find this pursuit frustrated by our own laziness, a sense of entitlement, or even others’ presuming upon our service. How can we push through these frustrations and develop a vision for open-hearted caretaking of others? In this final episode, Jared Wilson and Ronnie Martin commend the wisdom practice of Christlike service.


Episode 13: Encouragement

Pastors constantly operate in an encouragement deficit. The practice of encouragement gives life. But so many ministers are drowning in criticism or just general disappointment. How can we become better encouragers of others when we receive so little of it ourselves? In this episode, Jared Wilson and Ronnie Martin share some encouraging insights about encouragement! This wisdom practice can revolutionize our lives and enliven our ministries.




Latest Resources

Aug 28

Why Risk Is Still Right by Alex Kocman

Our risk-aversion is a major reason why we do not send more overseas missionaries

Aug 27

10 Flavors of Works-Based Salvation by Ed Moore

The idea of contributing to one’s own salvation is universal. It’s the engine which propels every religion.

Aug 27

Won Kwak on Difficult Things in Life by Won S. Kwak

Series: Conversations

What difficult thing in your life has taught you the most?

Aug 27

We Need Wisdom, Not Wealth by Michael Abraham

God does not scold us or criticize us for lacking wisdom; He is glad to give you the wisdom you need.

Aug 26

How Hamilton Can Help Us Preach Better Sermons by Caleb Brasher

Preacher, take some extra time and work to compress your sermons.

Aug 26

Episode 91: John Starke on The Possibility of Prayer by

For The Church Podcast A Resource from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary On this episode of the For The Church Podcast, Jared Wilson talks with John Starke, Lead Pastor of Apostles Church in New York City and author of the new book The Possibility of Prayer, about the trials and joys of speaking to our heavenly […]

Aug 25

Reading Slowly to See Heaven on Earth by Jason G. Duesing

When you slow-read Edwards, you have time to see the masterpiece take shape–the poetry and the brilliance that is there but seen only after a long gaze.

Aug 25

H.B. Charles on Discipling Young Men by H.B. Charles

Series: Conversations

What are some key components to discipling young men?

Aug 24

Consider The Grasshoppers of The Earth by Allyson Howell (Todd)

If God, who fashioned every creature together with His very words, knows and cares about the lowest portion of the animal kingdom, what does that mean for you and me?

Aug 24

Links For The Church (8/24) by Staff

This week’s links include resources on not going to church, boldness vs. brazenness, enjoying God’s gifts, and self-pity.

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