When I was doing research on my Doctor of Ministry degree from Brite Divinty School (TCU), I began to listen to different podcast of preachers throughout the country who were progressive in nature. Over the years I have subscribed to 5-7 of them to find out what others are doing in preaching and worship as well as having a source of spiritual exhortation for my own life. I thought that in this post that I would share with you my favorites, why they are my favorites, and maybe learn from you some of yours and why you listen to them. Here are mine in no particualr order:
Mike Slaugher - Ginghamsburg Church (http://www.ginghamsburg.org/)
Missional. It has been a joy to listen to Mike over the years, and to see how his focus has moved from church growth to missional living. His strong mission focus is inspirational to say the least and his self-proclaimed gift of "irritation" has moved not only Ginghamsburg but also the entire United Methodist denomination.
Adam Hamilton - Church of the Resurrection (http://www.cor.org/)
Preparation. You can tell how much he studies his subject, taking it and transforming it into a teaching that moves both head and heart.
Mike Householder - Lutheran Church of Hope (http://www.hopewdm.org/)
Entertaning. Also studies his subject, and has great energy. Have not found a boring moment in his teaching yet.
Rob Bell - Mars Hill Bible Church (http://www.marshill.org/)
Inspiring. Finds the very hidden truths in scripture and opens up a whole new world. I also like his self-description of preaching as "guerilla theatre." As an added bonus, he is now co-teaching with Shane Hipps at the church.
Jim Jackson - Chapelwood United Methodist Church (http://www.chapelwood.org/)
Art. I marvel at how he crafts his sermon. Also, his vunerabilty in the pulpit should be an example to all who dare to preach.
So which ones do you listen to, and why?
Thanks for your list, Nathan. Here's mine: Andy Stanley, Will Willimon, Timothy Keller, Rob Bell
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