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  • S3E8: Calvary Chapel: It's Essence and Identity-Faithfulness, Freedom, and Fellowship
    on June 22, 2026 at 9:30 am

    Season 3, Episode 8: Calvary Chapel: It's Essence and Identity-Faithfulness, Freedom, and Fellowship 🎤 Pastor Billy Almaguer | September 10th, 2025Bottom Line:A healthy church is built on God’s Word, led by the Spirit, and rooted […]

  • Idols and Demons Part 1
    on June 22, 2026 at 7:00 am

    1 Corinthians 10:14-22

  • S3E7: Everyone Needs a Timothy – Investing in the Next Generation
    on June 19, 2026 at 7:41 pm

    Season 3, Episode 7: Everyone Needs a Timothy – Investing in the Next Generation 🎤 Pastor Daniel Williams | August 13th, 2025Bottom Line:Healthy leaders don’t just lead—they multiply by investing in others.Overview:Leadership […]

  • S3E6: Everyone Needs a Barnabas – Walking with a Peer
    on June 19, 2026 at 7:29 pm

    Season 3, Episode 6: Everyone Needs a Barnabas – Walking with a Peer 🎤 Billy | July 9th, 2025Bottom Line:You grow stronger when you walk with the right people—peer relationships bring encouragement, accountability, and […]

  • S3E5: Everyone Needs a Paul - Submitting to a Mentor
    on June 19, 2026 at 7:25 pm

    Season 3, Episode 5: Everyone Needs a Paul – Submitting to a Mentor 🎤Daniel | June 11th, 2025Bottom Line:You were never meant to lead alone—growth accelerates when you submit to wise, godly mentorship.Overview:Every leader […]

  • Learning from History Part 2
    on June 19, 2026 at 7:00 am

    1 Corinthians 10:1-14

  • Learning from History Part 1
    on June 18, 2026 at 7:00 am

    1 Corinthians 10:1-14

  • Wise Men Worship Part 1
    on June 18, 2026 at 7:00 am

    Matthew 2:1-12

  • Phil Metzger on Mission, Culture, and the Church Today
    on June 17, 2026 at 6:09 pm

    What does it look like for the Church to faithfully live in the world without becoming shaped by it?In this episode, Daniel Williams sits down with Phil Metzger, Lead Pastor of Calvary San Diego and featured speaker at the CGN […]

  • S3E4: Financial Stress
    on June 17, 2026 at 4:00 pm

    Season 3, Episode 4: Financial Stress 🎤 Pastor Billy Almaguer | May 14th, 2025Bottom Line:Financial pressure is real, but wise stewardship, honesty, and trust in God bring stability and peace.Overview:Financial stress is a common […]

  • S3E3: Conflict and Criticism
    on June 17, 2026 at 12:00 pm

    Season 3, Episode 3: Conflict & Criticism 🎤 Neil Spencer | April 9th, 2025Bottom Line:You can’t avoid conflict in leadership—but you can learn to navigate it with wisdom, humility, and grace.Overview:Leading a congregation […]

  • Running for the Prize Part 2
    on June 17, 2026 at 7:00 am

    1 Corinthians 9:24-27

  • S3E2: Loneliness & Isolation
    on June 16, 2026 at 11:26 am

    Season 3, Episode 2: Loneliness & Isolation 🎤 Pastor Daniel Williams | March 12th, 2025Bottom Line:You were never meant to lead alone—intentional relationships and vulnerability are essential to overcoming isolation in […]

  • S3E1: Burnout and Exhaustion
    on June 16, 2026 at 11:20 am

    Season 3, Episode 1: Burnout & Exhaustion 🎤 Billy | February 12th, 2025Bottom Line:You were not created to carry everything—rest, reliance on God, and healthy rhythms are essential to avoid burnout.Overview:Burnout and […]

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