Interview

Science Mike McHargue Interview

By Troy Mclaughlin on March 28, 2016 0

Mike McHargue (better known as Science Mike) is an author, podcaster, and speaker focused on the science behind spiritual experiences. Mike lost his faith via atheism as an adult, but rediscovered God in cosmology and neuroscience–a journey that lead to his life’s mission: helping people reconcile their faith with modern science.

He hosts a weekly podcast called Science Mike where he answers questions from people who share questions they’ve always been afraid to ask about science, faith, and life. He also hosts another podcast he cofounded with Michael Gunger of the award winning band Gungor. called the The Liturgists. It’s a podcast that examines “topics through the lenses of science, art, and faith with a commitment to open, honest discussions.”

Mike loves pastors and the church, he is one the most encouraging voices today.

John Lynch Interview

By Troy Mclaughlin on March 21, 2016 0

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John Lynch is a husband, father, grandfather, writer, author and pastor. He exudes grace. He is with the team at Truefaced and he is the teaching pastor at Open Door Fellowship in Phoenix Az.

Here’s what his author bio says “Since 1997, John has been speaking nationally with the Truefaced team, often acting out the popular Two Roads message and delivering compelling talks of living out of new identity. He is currently also a co-designer and a primary faculty member in Truefaced’s newly developed Trust One Center online campus and their Life Application Courses.”

John not only lives a life of grace each day but he gives that grace to those round him. His message mirrors that of the ragamuffin himself Brennan Manning. John talks about his journey to faith and living a life where you take off the masks we all put on at times. Here’s a quote from his book The Cure about the masks we wear, “No one told me that when I wear a mask, only my mask receives love.”

Van Baird Interview

By Troy Mclaughlin on March 15, 2016 0

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Van Baird is a husband, father, writer and the founder of Relational Eq dot com. He’s also a cofounder of That Church Conference. A conference that “would empower and change the way churches thought about digital communications and reaching people online.”

He’s taken what he’s learned in the insurance industry and translated that into the ministry world. Here’s what he says about relational equity: “The Relational Equity model exists to teach your organization to use digital platforms to be personal, intentional, purposeful, and eager to create relationships using what your people are sharing online.”

From Van’s website: “After much prodding from friends and fellow business owners, he created Relational Equity. Inspired by Bob Goff’s book “Love Does,” Van has been teaching thousands of people how to be about the person in front of them, both in person and online.”

Van is one the best at using this tool we call social media. What he does is beautiful and gospel driven.

Steve Austin Interview

By Troy Mclaughlin on March 8, 2016 2

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Steve Austin is a husband, father, writer and a former pastor. His story is one of God’s magnificent grace. He has survived a suicide attempt. By sharing his story of living with depression and his failed attempt to take his life he’s given hope to others to face their challenges as well.

He’s written for many publications including The Huffington Post and the Good Men Project. Here’s what he says about himself on his website. “I write about the messiness of grace, finding Christ in the midst of mental illness, the struggles with childhood trauma and the ordinary,powerful ways God heals us. You may also hear about my foibles in fathering, see me gush over my kids, or brag on my wonderful wife. I’ll also probably complain about how it sucks to be a Christian right now, but how I’m doing it anyway.”

Ken Wytsma Interview: Create vs Copy

By Troy Mclaughlin on March 1, 2016 0

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Ken Wytsma is a husband and father of four. He is the author of The Grand Paradox, Pursuing Justice and his latest book Create vs Copy. Ken is the founder and pastor of Antioch Church in Bend Oregon. He is also the founder of the Justice Conference; tackling injustice in our world …“Now, more than ever, people of faith need to come together to wrestle with the injustice in our world.” The Justice Conference

Today we talk about his new book Create vs Copy. It’s an exploration of creativity through the eyes of theology. It’s one the best books on creativity I’ve ever read (and it’s short, easily read in an afternoon). Really just get the book. It’s a must read for anyone who wants to embrace a life of creativity of which we are all created for, because God is creative and we’re created in His image therefore we are all creative.

I encourage you to visit Ken’s website where you can find further resources for Create vs Copy and more about Ken’s ministry.

The William Vanderbloemen Interview

By Troy Mclaughlin on November 2, 2015 0

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William Vanderbloemen is the founder of the Vanderbloemen Search group and author of Next: Pastoral Succession That Works.

William is a former pastor who was troubled that a fortune 500 company could replace a CEO in a matter of days or weeks, but a church took 18- 24 months, many times with conflict, division, and pain.

He asked why should it be that way for God’s church. So he founded The Vanderbloemen Search Group to tackle this very important need in any church.

His book Next, is the best book on pastoral succession, it should be on every pastors book shelf.

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