Best Jeff Kapusta Podcasts (2025)

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Unlocking Scripture: Tips & Insights With Pastor Dean Herman | Episode 19 22:10

9h ago22:10

22:10

If you've ever started a Bible reading plan only to lose momentum, you're not alone! In this episode, I sit down with my good friend, Pastor Dean Herman of Five Point Church, to talk about how to engage with Scripture in a way that truly transforms your life. We dive into Dean’s journey from aspiring NFL player to passionate Bible teacher, the impo…

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How to Build a Strong Faith Foundation 33:39

9d ago33:39

33:39

By Pastor Jeff Kapusta

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“Why Memorize Scripture?” | Pastors Peter and Carolyn Haas 42:46

1d ago42:46

42:46

By Substance Church

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CPP #597 – Joshua Branham on What Are You Waiting For? 56:20

1d ago56:20

56:20

God has a pattern of using young and inexperienced people to do his work...and yet we rarely do the same. More often than not, we require leaders and church planters to have many years of experience before we give them any responsibility. The result? The average age of pastors is steadily increasing and, eventually, our leadership pipelines will dr…

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The Power of One Word | Episode 18 13:00

7d ago13:00

13:00

Have you ever heard of choosing a "word of the year"? For a long time, I didn’t get it. As a pastor, I’m always searching for a word for Sunday—how was I supposed to pick one for an entire year? But over time, I realized the power of branding my year with a single word. In this episode, I share how I landed on my last three words—perhaps, multiply,…

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“Experiencing the Blessing of Honor” | Pastors Peter & Carolyn Haas 43:17

8d ago43:17

43:17

By Substance Church

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CPP #596 – Microchurch: Hype or Holy Spirit 45:01

8d ago45:01

45:01

Unlike other hot topics in the ministry world – like discipleship or leadership – not everyone thinks microchurch is a good idea. It's become a polarizing factor: are you pro microchurch or pro megachurch? Is microchurch of the Holy Spirit or the devil? In this episode, Peyton and Pete discuss the controversy and what they think about building comm…

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Marriage Matters 38:34

11d ago38:34

38:34

By Pastor Barry Oser

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Did Jesus Really Live? 37:43

11d ago37:43

37:43

By Pastor Jeff Kapusta

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Lessons from Mile 26.2 | Episode 17 13:52

14d ago13:52

13:52

In this episode, I’m taking you back to 2009—the year I ran my first and last marathon. That 26.2-mile journey taught me more than just how to keep moving when your legs say stop. I’m sharing 10 key life lessons I learned pounding pavement, from why misery loves company to how optimistic ignorance can be your superpower. Whether you're an actual ru…

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“Does my work really matter?” | Guest speaker Pastor Jason Laird 42:23

15d ago42:23

42:23

By Substance Church

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CPP #595 – Christina Rivera on Healthy Leadership and Community 1:04:40

15d ago1:04:40

1:04:40

The weight of spiritual leadership has a tendency to distort our ideas of how to create a healthy culture of community and leadership. Rather than being open-handed and valuing people for their own sake and insights, leaders sometimes become fearful of failure exert too much control. Christina Rivera shares her story of being in high control faith …

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Why Obedience Is the Key to God’s Power in Your Life 39:45

16d ago39:45

39:45

By Pastor Jeff Kapusta

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“The 90-Day Challenge” | Pastor Peter Haas | First Wednesday June 2025 59:08

19d ago59:08

59:08

By Substance Church

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Love, Lead, and Let Go | Episode 16 15:14

21d ago15:14

15:14

Parenting is a journey of loving, leading, and ultimately letting go. In this episode, I share some personal reflections as my kids enter major life transitions—one getting married, another moving overseas, and one starting a business. We dive into what the Bible says about raising children, the reality that they are only on loan to us, and the cha…

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“The Problem We All Live With” | Guest Speaker Paul Hurckman 43:05

22d ago43:05

43:05

By Substance Church

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CPP #594 – Mac Lake on Leading Yourself 38:51

22d ago38:51

38:51

Your character shapes the people around and impacts the effectiveness of your ministry. Mac Lake joins Pete and Peyton in this episode to discuss the ins and outs of leading yourself well. They cover emotional intelligence, teachability, and how to change leadership development from being content-oriented to process-oriented. Resources and Links Me…

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Where To Turn When Life Feels Stuck 35:18

23d ago35:18

35:18

By Pastor Barry Oser

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“The Counter-intuitive Clues of God’s Calling” | Pastor Peter Haas 50:07

28d ago50:07

50:07

By Substance Church

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Every Man Needs a Pack | Episode 15 15:32

28d ago15:32

15:32

Every man needs a brotherhood—guys who have his back, challenge him, and push him to be better. In this episode, I dive into why men were never meant to do life alone. I explore the surprising impact wolves had on Yellowstone National Park and how that relates to men today. Just like wolves thrive in packs, men need strong connections to other men …

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CPP #593 – He's Back 39:37

29d ago39:37

39:37

Did Peyton die? Is the podcast finished? These are the questions you've been asking, and now, there are answers. Peyton Jones returns to the Church Planter Podcast with Pete Mitchell! They catch up in this episode and talk Discipology, ChatGPT, and whether they'll ever have an AI co-host. Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode: Reliant Missi…

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Why Do Families Fall Apart—and How Can You Fight Back? 34:09

1M ago34:09

34:09

By Pastor Stuart Richardson

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Fitness, Faith, and a Little Humiliation | Episode 14 13:57

1M ago13:57

13:57

I’ll never forget my first CrossFit class—the moment I got pinned at the bottom of a squat and had to be rescued by a girl named Jade. But that embarrassing start led me down a life-changing fitness journey. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal story of trial and error in fitness—failed gym memberships, grueling marathon training, and even jump…

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“Moving the Heart of God” | Pastor Nate Puccini 51:39

1M ago51:39

51:39

By Substance Church

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What Does God Say About Sex? 48:55

1M ago48:55

48:55

By Pastor Jeff Kapusta

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Habits That Sustain You | Episode 13 13:09

1M ago13:09

13:09

In this episode, I explore the concept of "developing your default" and how daily habits shape our responses to life's challenges. Drawing from the story of Daniel in the lion's den, I highlight how Daniel's faith and prayer routine prepared him to face adversity with unwavering resolve. I challenge listeners to evaluate their own defaults—how they…

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“Rise and Shine” | Guest Speaker Pastor Larry Brey 54:25

1M ago54:25

54:25

By Substance Church

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CPP #592 – How Technology is Shaping the Church 24:53

1M ago24:53

24:53

Forces far beyond our reach are shaping the world around us, and the Church is not built for the community of the future. This episode features a presentation by Chestly Lunday to the heads of technology for major corporations. In it, he explains how the Church got to its current point, why we need to change, and what about our churches need to cha…

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How To Build A Marriage That Lasts 43:42

1M ago43:42

43:42

By Pastor Jeff Kapusta

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“A Jesus Perspective” | Guest Speaker Pastor Dino Rizzo | First Wednesday May 2025 43:26

2M ago43:26

43:26

By Substance Church

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“Fully Alive – In Family” | Guest Speaker Pastor Jeff Kapusta 39:18

2M ago39:18

39:18

By Substance Church

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Leading the Next Generation | Episode 12 8:28

2M ago8:28

8:28

In this inspiring episode, I speak directly to young leaders and those shaping the next generation. Drawing from the story of Samuel and Eli in the Bible, I emphasize the importance of creating space for young voices to lead and hear from God. Reflecting on the success of our church’s apprentice program, I share three pivotal lessons for young lead…

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“3 Advantages we experience with Baptism” | Pastor Carolyn Haas 33:55

2M ago33:55

33:55

By Substance Church

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How to Shape Your Legacy 43:20

2M ago43:20

43:20

By Dave & Ashley Willis

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Hold On or Move On? | Episode 11 15:34

2M ago15:34

15:34

In this heartfelt episode, I dive into the complexities of relationships and explore what to do when you can't live at peace with everyone. Drawing from Scripture, particularly Hebrews 12:14 and the story of Paul and Barnabas in Acts, I discuss lessons about handling disagreements, when to hold on to relationships, and when to let go. I share insig…

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The Fully-Funded Church Planter #2 – Why You Need to Fundraise 44:01

2M ago44:01

44:01

If you're church planting in difficult soil rather than church starting, then it may not be possible to be self-sustaining in the standard three years that many organizations and donors expect. The economics play by different rules and so should your fundraising strategy. In this episode, Demeko share his experience planting in Houston and why it w…

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Salvation Deserves Celebration 32:36

2M ago32:36

32:36

By Pastor Kevin Lloyd

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Flying High in Leadership | Episode 10 11:47

2M ago11:47

11:47

In this episode, I explore key leadership principles through an unexpected lens: a flight on Spirit Airlines. I share six impactful lessons inspired by this experience, emphasizing how they relate to leadership in our lives, businesses, and communities. From recognizing the pitfalls of overpromising to the value of a thoughtful gesture, I reflect o…

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“Why are you crying?” | Easter 2025 | Pastor Peter Haas 38:34

2M ago38:34

38:34

By Substance Church

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CPP #591 – Eric Bennett on Near-Death Experiences, Gen Z, and the Future of Faith 55:02

2M ago55:02

55:02

What happens when someone dies and comes back? In this episode, Chestly Lunday sits down with Eric Bennett, creator of the Round Trip Death podcast, who has interviewed hundreds of people who have experienced near-death experiences (NDEs). With nearly 2 million downloads, Eric’s conversations explore the intersection of spiritual encounters, scient…

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What Must I Do To Be Saved? 36:02

2M ago36:02

36:02

By Pastor Jeff Kapusta

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Redefining Yourself Through Faith | Episode 9 14:00

2M ago14:00

14:00

In this episode, I dive deep into the question, "Who are you, really?" We explore how our identities are often defined by what we do, the roles we play, and how others perceive us. Drawing from personal stories—like a one-way road mishap, baseball highs and lows, and even the rickety roller coaster of life—I illustrate the challenges of tying our s…

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“You are a Donkey” | Pastor Peter Haas 45:36

2M ago45:36

45:36

By Substance Church

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CPP #590 – Jeff Kapusta on Fully Alive 38:27

2M ago38:27

38:27

In this episode, Brooks Hamon sits down with Pastor Jeff Kapusta of Lifepoint Church in Wilmington, NC—a seasoned church planter, leader of a thriving faith community, and author of the new book Fully Alive: God’s Will for Everyone Everywhere. Jeff shares the surprising journey that led him to write Fully Alive—including a vocal cord injury that si…

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Living an Empowered Life 35:09

2M ago35:09

35:09

By Pastor Jeff Kapusta

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Out of Order: Finding Balance | Episode 8 13:56

3M ago13:56

13:56

In this heartfelt episode, I reflect on how overworking without restraint led me to vocal rest and the valuable lessons I learned along the way. Drawing on my experience as a pastor during the challenges of COVID-19 and beyond, I share how saying "yes" to too much left me burned out. With insights from the Bible, including the importance of the Sab…

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“He’s Always Listening” | Pastor Peter Haas 41:50

3M ago41:50

41:50

By Substance Church

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CPP #589 – Aubrey Sampson on What We Find in the Dark 49:41

3M ago49:41

49:41

Sometimes life hits you unexpectedly. Sometimes it's hard to feel the presence of God. Sometimes you just need a break. In this episode, Aubrey Sampson shares her experiences with grief, including the death of her best friend and co-planter. She explains why we need to practice lament and how to model these situations for our churches. Resources an…