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Church Advance
Bryan Samms and Luke Clayton
225 episodes
22 hours ago
Advancing a reformation of fellowship, partnership, and Gospel hope amongst Bible-believing pastors. Hosted by Bryan Samms and Luke Clayton Produced in IncreaseCreative.Co
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Advancing a reformation of fellowship, partnership, and Gospel hope amongst Bible-believing pastors. Hosted by Bryan Samms and Luke Clayton Produced in IncreaseCreative.Co
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Church Advance
Have You Been to Shiloh?

Are you relying on the grace of God? Just like Hannah, we all need a "Shiloh" moment. Let's explore how to access God’s presence and receive answered prayer in the midst of our modern struggles.

Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

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23 hours ago
41 minutes 9 seconds

Church Advance
Rescued: An Adoption Story

From the Worldview podcast with Mike Lester. We have been blessed with a family built through four adoptions. Our Christian adoption story is one of faith and miracles, teaching us that adoption and the gospel are inextricably linked.


Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠





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1 week ago
34 minutes 23 seconds

Church Advance
Questions from a Rookie Preacher Part 3

Preaching means speaking and thinking at the same time. To master preaching without notes, you need an internalized "mental map" to guide your sermon delivery strategy and manage the energy flow.Connect with Scott at https://substack.com/@blksheepshepherd


Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠





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2 weeks ago
24 minutes 33 seconds

Church Advance
Questions from a Rookie Preacher Part 2

Your Sermon Introduction must grab attention and connect to the text. I share my 4-part formula and show you where to source the best Sermon Illustrations from news, sports, and personal experience.Connect with Scott at https://substack.com/@blksheepshepherd


Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠





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3 weeks ago
25 minutes 29 seconds

Church Advance
Questions from a Rookie Preacher Part 1

If you're looking to develop a consistent preaching style, you need a disciplined sermon preparation flow. Connect with Scott at https://substack.com/@blksheepshepherd

Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠





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4 weeks ago
23 minutes 39 seconds

Church Advance
Marketing // Jono Long

Jono Long is the founder of Faithworks Marketing, which helps churches reach more people with the power of digital marketing. Connect with Jono at https://www.jonolong.com/ Connect with Luke at ⁠https://jlukeclayton.comStart your first design from Luke's team for FREE at ⁠⁠https://IncreaseCreative.Co

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1 month ago
1 hour 6 minutes 19 seconds

Church Advance
Rethinking Missions // Brent Armstrong

A conversation with Brent Armstrong, pastor of Temple Baptist Church in Tucson, Arizona

A seismic shift is underway in global missions. We're rethinking how we fulfill the Great Commission, moving from a costly deputation model to a more effective, biblical approach. It's time to invest in national pastors.

Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

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1 month ago
45 minutes 2 seconds

Church Advance
Discipleship Crossover

A conversation with Bryan Samms, Mike Lester, Nate Skelly, and Luke Clayton for a crossover episode of the Church Advance, Worldview, and Financial Pathway podcasts.

In a world filled with digital distractions, how do we build real, lasting spiritual relationships? The answer might be a philosophical shift from the traditional lecture-based ministry model to a more organic, conversational approach.

Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

Connect with Mike at https://jmichaellester.com

Connect with Nate at https://nateskelly.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

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1 month ago
52 minutes 11 seconds

Church Advance
Integrity in Ministry Finance

A pastor’s calling and their compensation. What does the Bible say about money in ministry? We explore the new normal for pastoral compensation and the importance of financial stewardship.


Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠





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1 month ago
29 minutes 2 seconds

Church Advance
Bad Money Theology

What does the Bible say about money in ministry? We’re diving deep into pastoral compensation, the myths of poverty theology, and the difference between a calling and a job.


Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠





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2 months ago
32 minutes 13 seconds

Church Advance
Is Pastoral Pay Biblical?

When I saw a post that said, “take the money out of preaching and we will see who was called,” it sparked a firestorm of commentary. People have so many questions about this topic, from what the Bible says about pastoral compensation to the idea of "poverty theology." But what does the Bible actually say about a pastor's financial life? Let's break it down and find some biblical clarity.


Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠





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2 months ago
38 minutes 43 seconds

Church Advance
Fitness // Dan Purdie

Bryan and Dan discuss fitness, family, church, and more.


Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠





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2 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes 58 seconds

Church Advance
Stop Counting Church Attendance

Bryan and Luke discuss why church attendance isn't the most important metric.Order your copy at https://BryanSamms.com/RescuedConnect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.comConnect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.comThis episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

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2 months ago
28 minutes 45 seconds

Church Advance
Introducing Rescued

Bryan shares the opening pages of his new memoir of his family's adoption journey, filled with faith and miraculous moments.

Order your copy at https://BryanSamms.com/RescuedConnect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.comThis episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

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3 months ago
18 minutes 50 seconds

Church Advance
Worship // Keith Erwin

A replay of Luke's conversation with Keith Erwin, originally released on April 7, 2025

Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠



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3 months ago
53 minutes 51 seconds

Church Advance
Redemption // Rob Badger

A replay of Bryan's conversation with Rob Badger, originally released on March 31, 2025

Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church


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3 months ago
58 minutes 53 seconds

Church Advance
New Book from Bryan Samms – Rescued

Bryan shares a memoir of his family's adoption journey, filled with faith and miraculous moments.

Order your copy at https://BryanSamms.com/Book

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3 months ago
1 minute 5 seconds

Church Advance
Transition // Kurt Skelly

A replay of Bryan's conversation with Kurt Skelly, originally released on February 10, 2025

Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

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3 months ago
36 minutes 7 seconds

Church Advance
When Seminary Falls Short

A replay of Luke and Bryan's conversation, originally released on November 11, 2024

Connect with Bryan at https://BryanSamms.com

Connect with Luke at https://jlukeclayton.com

This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

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4 months ago
36 minutes 42 seconds

Church Advance
Stay on the Wall // Mike Stone

A session from the 2025 Church Advance Conference by Pastor Mike Stone of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Blackshear, GeorgiaThis episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠https://ServeHQ.Church⁠

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4 months ago
53 minutes 20 seconds

Church Advance
Advancing a reformation of fellowship, partnership, and Gospel hope amongst Bible-believing pastors. Hosted by Bryan Samms and Luke Clayton Produced in IncreaseCreative.Co