Kabbalah as a universal wisdom that predates the Bible or religion, and can be studied by anyone regardless of their faith or path. Presenting the wisdom from a lineage of great kabbalists, The Kabbalah Centre and its teachers provide a course of study that describes the origin of Creation, the physical and spiritual laws of the universe, including human existence, and the journey of the soul. WEEKLY ENERGY BOOST is a 7-day forecast of each week’s spiritual essence, energy, opportunities, an ...
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Interviews and messages designed to help you understand, apply and teach the Bible with power and clarity to this generation.
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Conversations about places where faith and politics overlap, with particular interest in extremism and violence. Run by the Centre for the Study of Bible and Violence www.csbvbristol.org.uk. Meet our hosting team. Helen Paynter is a Baptist minister and biblical specialist, and director of the Centre for the Study of Bible and Violence. Matthew Feldman is an expert on the radical right and director of the Centre for the Analysis of the Radical Right, although he speaks here in a private capa ...
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How Women Hear the Sermon (with Pamela MacRae)
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47:48In this episode, Mike speaks with Dr Pamela MacRae, Professor of Ministry to Women and Ministry to Victims of Sexual Exploitation at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. With decades of experience in local church ministry and nearly twenty years teaching at Moody, Dr MacRae offers thoughtful insight on how preachers can communicate the Bible with clar…
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Dive into a transformative exploration of your true essence and purpose. Elisheva and Eitan reveal powerful insights about breaking free from external definitions and connecting with your authentic self. Discover how to move beyond societal expectations, professional labels, and self-doubt to uncover the limitless potential of your soul. Learn prac…
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What Does the Bible Say About Tithing, Women Pastors, and Speaking in Tongues?
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44:10Recorded live in Kampala, Uganda, this episode features a wide-ranging and deeply honest conversation on the practice of church leadership in a variety of contexts. Pastors from Calvary Chapel and Baptist traditions come together to address anonymous audience questions on everything from altar calls to tongues, from tithing to women in ministry, an…
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In a world that constantly demands more—more productivity, more hustle, more achievement—what if the key to success is actually doing less? This week our conversation unveils ancient wisdom that challenges everything you thought you knew about personal growth. Discover how pausing isn't weakness, but a powerful spiritual strategy that can unlock yo…
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Spirit-Empowered Study and Christ-Centred Preaching
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45:21What does it look like to prepare and preach the Bible in a way that’s both faithful to the text and reliant on the Holy Spirit? In this panel discussion hosted by Mike Neglia, four experienced Bible teachers – Roy Kasika, Moses Ouni, Zeddie Muzungu, and Brian Kelly – respond to real questions about sermon prep, interpretation, and Spirit-led preac…
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This week, we're diving deep into the concept of spiritual flow, revealing that true alignment isn't about ego-driven desires, but about connecting with the Creator's higher guidance. Learn how challenges can be reframed as opportunities for healing, and that by observing our negative thoughts without judgment and accepting ourselves with love, we …
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Ministry in Motion: Guest Preaching, Mentorship, and Sermon Application with Shaun Sells
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38:17In this engaging conversation, Mike Neglia interviews Shaun about his journey in pastoral ministry, teaching the Bible, and the importance of inductive Bible study. Sean shares candidly about his first teaching experience, transitioning to senior pastor, and his current ministry as a traveling minister. Key Discussion Points: First teaching experie…
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According to the kabbalists, the purpose of life is to align with one’s soul by transforming the ego’s selfish tendencies into a heart that naturally loves and cares for others, making love a second nature that connects effortlessly with the good in others—an essential goal of spiritual transformation. By trusting in the Creator and approaching rel…
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The Soft Prosperity Gospel, Justification, and Women in the Church – with Elyse Fitzpatrick
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57:40What happens when someone who’s been teaching the Bible for 50 years sits down to talk about gospel clarity, gender dynamics in preaching, and why justification still needs explaining? In this episode, Mike Neglia is joined by Elyse Fitzpatrick—author, speaker, and theologian—for a deeply honest and theologically rich conversation. They discuss the…
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In this episode we explore the complex dynamics of challenging and accepting authority from a Kabbalistic perspective. True spiritual growth involves understanding hierarchy not as a power structure, but as a system of unique roles. The key to challenging and accepting authority is maintaining individual autonomy, tuning into one's inner compass, q…
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Preaching About the Steadfast Love of the Lord
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57:40In this heart-stirring and theologically rich episode, Mike Neglia is joined by theologian, pastor, and author Dr. Sam Storms to discuss his latest book, The Steadfast Love of the Lord: Experiencing the Life-Changing Power of God's Unchanging Affection. Together, they explore the transformative power of divine love, the misconceptions both the worl…
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What is “it”? Self-love and self-acceptance. Both are crucial for spiritual growth and personal transformation. While it might seem that there is a contradiction between self-improvement (I have attributes to heal and transform) with self-acceptance (I am perfect just the way I am), true self-love allows for healing and transformation. We are break…
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In this focused and practical message, Brian Kelly shares from his experience as a preacher and church planter on the necessity of clear, intentional sermon outlines. “If you don't have a plan, all you have is a wish,” he says—reminding us that Spirit-empowered preaching still requires thoughtful preparation. Recorded live in Kampala, Uganda, this …
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True commitment is essential for overcoming limitations and achieving real transformation. So why is commitment an issue for so many of us? We often commit out of FOMO or ego-driven pursuits - accomplishment, praise and accumulation. Alternatively, when we commit to people and things that are aligned with our soul’s journey, commitment brings suppo…
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The Pulpit and the Prayer Closet: Dr. Keeney Dickenson on Spurgeon’s Legacy
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48:17How did Charles Spurgeon’s theology of prayer shape one preacher’s lifelong commitment to expositional ministry, personal integrity, and staying rooted in a single congregation? In this conversation, Mike Neglia sits down with Dr. Keeney Dickenson, a seasoned pastor and mentor, to explore the spiritual and pastoral depth that comes from decades of …
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As we count down the final days to Pesach (Passover), we are granted insight into what limits us from becoming our most soulful selves. Whether we are aware of it or not, we allow external factors to control us, to dictate our moods and attitudes, and even to determine life altering decisions. This is the week to reflect on what internal freedom me…
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Innovation Meets Integrity: AI and the Preacher’s Calling with Paul Hoffman
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55:01Artificial intelligence is already reshaping how some pastors write sermons, lead meetings, and care for people—but what are the theological and ethical boundaries for its use in ministry? In this wide-ranging conversation, Mike Neglia speaks with Dr Paul Hoffman about the promises and perils of AI for preachers and church leaders. Together they ex…
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This week, the universe gifts us the blessing of spiritual renewal and a refresh on transformation. Thanks to the powerful cosmic energies available during the new moon of Aries, we can break free from past limitations and access a more elevated version of ourselves. It's time to reboot our approach to personal growth, the battle against negative t…
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The Perils and Possibilities of ChatGPT for Preachers with Mike Neglia & Nick Cady
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1:00:23Can AI enhance sermon preparation without compromising theological integrity? Mike Neglia and Nick Cady DELVE into the ethics of using AI in Christian ministry, discussing its potential benefits (like editing, condensing, and title generation) and serious dangers (such as inaccuracies, plagiarism, and spiritual shortcuts). Mike shares real-life exa…
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True manifestation requires effort, reflection, and humility. According to Kabbalah, lasting manifesations require even more - consistency, trust and alignment to one’s purpose. Egos beware - once we begin to take credit for progress, the process can experience delays and setbacks. Ultimately, everything we desire in life is Light, and desiring thi…
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Long Obedience in the Same Location - Danny Hyde
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41:05What makes a long-term pastorate successful? How do internships shape future ministers? And what does it look like to grow as a preacher over decades of ministry? In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast, Rev. Dr. Danny Hyde joins Mike Neglia to talk about his journey in ministry—from an eager young preacher to a seasoned pastor who has…
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The teachings of Kabbalah emphasize the importance of unity and teamwork in both personal and professional contexts, highlighting the need to balance individuality with collective effort, advocating for mutual respect, honest feedback, and the rejection of ego. While true unity involves allowing diverse opinions and mutual compromises, it is often …
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Faithful to the Text: The Case for Expository Preaching with Pastor Zeddie Muzungu
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22:36In this episode of Expositors Collective, we are joined by Pastor Zeddie Muzungu, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Kampala and Director of Calvary Chapel Bible College Uganda. Pastor Zeddie has been faithfully pastoring for over ten years, leading efforts to train leaders, plant churches, and build strong Christian families throughout Uganda and Eas…
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This week provides us with endless opportunities to shift our perspectives. So we are breaking down the spiritual and practical implications of making mistakes. Kabbalistically speaking, every action does have a consequence, not as punishment but as a return of what was invested. When we view our mistakes as lessons rather than failures, and embrac…
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Communicating Truth with Wonder: Preaching, C.S. Lewis, and the Power of the Word - Dwain Tissell
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54:18Dr Dwain Tissell—preacher, scholar, and teacher—joins Expositors Collective to share insights from his 38 years of pastoral ministry and his deep love for biblical literacy and preaching. Now an adjunct professor at Western Seminary, he teaches courses on Applied Biblical Leadership and C.S. Lewis’s insights on discipleship in a post-Christian worl…
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This week, we’re unveiling a step-by-step guide to discovering and fully embracing your purpose: Begin each day with a clear intention to express your deepest desire—to give, to contribute, and to create value in alignment with your true calling. Seek out opportunities to transform ordinary moments into meaningful ones by consciously asking yoursel…
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Helping Others to Understand God's Word with Matt Pettit
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39:22How can local churches train their people to study and apply God’s Word with confidence? In this episode of The Expositors Collective Podcast, Matt Pettit, executive pastor at White Fields Calvary in Alberta, Canada, joins Mike Neglia to discuss the power of the Inductive Bible Study method and how churches can equip believers to grow deeper in Scr…
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Our days are full of opportunities to give, so how do we know when the right time is to give, or how to give in the best way? How do we balance giving with setting healthy boundaries, avoiding people-pleasing behaviors, and recognizing when giving is driven by personal agendas. Whether you’re selfish or selfless, this week is the opportunity to inc…
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Say Goodbye to Polished Platforms - Justin Thornton
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55:07Justin Thornton packs a LOT of soul-stirring and heart-searching truth into this short and powerful message that he delivered in Indianapolis, Indiana back in October 2023. He speaks about the irreplaceability of a preacher's heart relationship with the Lord, which contains both spontaneity and structure. Justin Thornton is a father of 4 and a husb…
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As spiritual people, we endeavor to make the world a better place through our presence, actions and effort to transform ourselves. At the same time, it’s natural to struggle with the same existential questions as non-spiritual folk: why is there so much suffering in the world? If I’m shining my light so much more brightly than everyone else, why am…
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Bible Teaching, Ministry Friendships, and the Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness with Trillia Newbell
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48:12In this episode of theExpositors Collective Podcast,Mike Neglia speaks withTrillia Newbell—Bible teacher, author, andAcquisitions and Editorial Director at Moody Publishers—about her journey inteaching the Bible, overcoming self-consciousness in ministry, and the importance of friendship for pastors and Bible teachers. Trillia sharesher early exper…
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Listening is a skill, an artform, and this is the week to cultivate it! More than ever, we live in a time that demands us to listen without bias and to be receptive to both internal and external guidance. We discuss how to avoid selective listening, how to balance listening to guidance and taking ownership of life decisions, as well as how to use t…
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Preaching Like a Puritan, Pastoral Care and Problems with the Quadriga - Roberto Gazga
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55:21In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast, Mike Neglia is joined by Roberto Gazga, a hospice chaplain, lay preacher at Christ the King Reformed Baptist Church in Niles, Illinois, and host of the Urban Puritano podcast. Roberto is the author of Christ's Scope and Scepter: His Word, His World and is currently working on his forthcoming boo…
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Are you ready to split your own sea? This week is all about accessing and harnessing the power of miracles in our lives. Kabbalah teaches that connecting to the unlimited blessings and Light of the Creator, our main work is to expand our mindset and perception to live in an unlimited reality. But don't worry, we're also sharing the practical steps …
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From the Page to the Pulpit with Wayne Baxter
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Leading in uncertainty is all about the maintaining an elevated mindset and trust in the unknown. In this month of Capricorn, the heavier energy awakens the need for strength and guidance. So this is the week to shift from ego-driven control to trusting the Creator, as well as becoming comfortable making unpopular decisions and facing opposition. I…
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The Preacher's Priorities: Study, Spirit, and Sustainability
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25:54This week we have a powerful and practical message from Tim Chaddick, Pastor for Preaching at Reality Ventura and a frequent speaker and mentor with Expositors Collective. Recorded live at a preacher training event in Indianapolis, Indiana, this teaching is concise, impactful, and brimming with honest and insightful wisdom. Tim encourages preachers…
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We’re all great at changing when life requires it. External pressure demands adjustment and altering our course, and when the external pressure ends, it’s also easy to go back to the way we were. Kabbalistically speaking, the most powerful and profound change actually takes place when we have the leisure and freedom of time and comfort. This week w…
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In this episode of the Expositors Collective, Dan Hamel offers valuable insights into homiletics and the art of preaching. Recorded at The Creek, Indianapolis this discussion highlights Dan’s thoughtful approach to sermon preparation, delivery, and connecting with audiences in meaningful ways. Dan begins by reflecting on the nature of preaching as …
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This week, we begin a six-week spiritual voyage of redefining personal stories and breaking free from repetitive patterns. This period offers us an opportunity to address unlearned life lessons and transform long standing emotional challenges. Discover the techniques and mindsets that can support you in taking advantage of the energy available. Thi…
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Jesus, Homer and the Necessity of Mentoring the Next Generation
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24:07Episode Summary: In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast, we feature a compelling message from Bryan Stupar on the vital role of mentorship in ministry and life. Drawing from his deep well of pastoral experience and biblical understanding, Bryan illustrates the importance of older generations investing in the younger. He weaves togethe…
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Embracing the Endings That Lead to New Beginnings
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31:37Delve with us into the spiritual significance of endings. Kabbalah teaches that endings are not negative but can be opportunities for new beginnings. While its normal and natural to see end as a kind of death or loss, when we tap into our higher consciousness, we can more easily recognize the hidden opportunities for growth and expansion that lie o…
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How to Be "At Your Best" While Preparing Sermons - Carey Nieuwhof
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48:04Should preachers use the humble "we" or the personalised "you" when speaking to their congregations? Should busy leaders take breakfast meetings? Should sermon preparation nourish the soul of the pastor? Carey Nieuwhof answers these questions and more in this captivating and compelling conversation with Mike. We'll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse a…
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This week, the new year coincides with the new moon of Capricorn, so we're looking at all of the newness that 2025 will shine upon us. We take a deep dive into the astrological significance of Pluto, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus moving into new signs, an impactful transition from earth and water elements to air and fire. This all indicates a shift f…
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In this rebroadcast of a classic episode (from September of 2022) of the Expositors Collective Podcast, Dr. Bryan Chapell joins Mike to discuss the vital role of pastoral care and the irreplaceable power of love in pastoral ministry. Dr. Chapell is an internationally recognized preacher, teacher, and author who currently leads the Administrative Co…
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The wisdom of Kabbalah provides us with tools to harness the spiritual energy of every hour, day, week and month. And we aim to provide that wisdom in every episode of Weekly Energy Boost, together with practical examples, anecdotes and opportunities to learn more. This wisdom and these tools can enhance our personal growth journey and connect us m…
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Gospel Sanity in a World Gone Mad - Ray Ortlund Re-release
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44:58Gospel Sanity in a World Gone Mad – This is what Ray Ortlund Jr. aims to offer to the next generation of pastors and leaders. In this conversation with Mike, he discusses the profound value of remembering his own mortality, the importance of gathering and "gospelling" young men, and the encouragement that Christ Himself is preaching through us as w…
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Practicing the art of waiting requires an attitude of surrender, trust and spiritual maturity, rather than reacting out of ego. With practice, you can learn to navigate challenges with more patience, wisdom and faith in the perfection of the universe. This week the universe pushes us to keep the big picture in mind and even if you can't see the div…
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Dr Alan Stoddard explores the creation of an exegetical sermon outline and its transformation into a preaching outline, offering key insights to enrich your personal study and public speaking. His message includes valuable lessons from his time at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary under the late Haddon Robinson, along with effective strategies fo…
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The kabbalists teach this secret to greater success in anything that we do: before any endeavor in the physical reality, the potential for success lies in our asking for spiritual support - in the form of angels, righteous souls, the Lightforce of the Creator - to begin (and sometimes finish) the work for us! Because everything in our world has its…
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