Title: Preaching for Life: Kevin Sanders on Clarity and Conviction
In this episode, Kevin Sanders joins Mike Neglia for a focused and practical conversation on the art and discipline of preaching. Together, they explore what it means to preach with clarity, conviction, and care. Kevin shares how his theological training, personal experiences, and missionary years in the Philippines have shaped his approach to preaching. The conversation touches on the challenge of crafting a clear main point, addressing sensitive topics without being crass, and maintaining pastoral integrity in the pulpit.

Mike and Kevin also reflect on the legacy of Dr Jim Shaddix, the importance of sermon focus, and how preachers can continue to grow in both skill and spiritual depth. This episode offers both encouragement and instruction for anyone committed to the ministry of biblical proclamation.

Topics Covered Include:

• Developing and maintaining clarity in sermon structure

• Preaching difficult or delicate topics with sensitivity and faithfulness

• Using technology (like PowerPoint) without letting it dominate the message

• The impact of mentors and theological education on preaching

• Avoiding crudeness while remaining biblically honest

• The importance of continual growth and reflection in preaching

Guest Bio:
Kevin Sanders is the pastor of Apollo Heights Baptist Church in El Paso, Texas, and the author of Preaching for Life: A Pastor’s Journey of Biblical Proclamation. Originally from Pinson, Alabama, Kevin sensed a call to ministry as a teenager, eventually earning a Master of Divinity and serving for over a decade as a missionary to college students in the Philippines. Since returning to the US, he has devoted himself to pastoral ministry, with a particular focus on expository preaching, pastoral integrity, and helping others grow in their preaching craft.
His new book Preaching for Life draws from his personal story, theological training, and years of preaching to offer wisdom and encouragement for preachers at every stage.

Resources Mentioned:

• Preaching for Life by Kevin Sanders https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F597P9CM?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520

• Power in the Pulpit by Jim Shaddix and Jerry Vines : https://www.jerryvines.com/store/books/power-in-the-pulpit/

• Expositional Leadership: Shepherding God's People from the Pulpit By R. Scott Pace, Jim Shaddix : https://www.crossway.org/books/expositional-leadership-tpb/?srsltid=AfmBOoqrSlhMZJ3lNVA9hsmtP52QHu2vYO9lpB5hENmtq3_LBYwYaA--

• • Phil Newton on Pastoral Preaching (Expositors Collective) https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/pastoral-preaching-dr-phil-newton

  
  

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“What if the pastor who put you under discipline has died? Can you still be forgiven?”

That’s just one of the hard-hitting questions tackled in this raw and riveting panel discussion recorded live in Kampala, Uganda. With honesty, insight, and pastoral clarity, three Ugandan leaders dig deep into the challenges and opportunities of Christian mentorship in today’s church.

From spiritual fatherhood in West African contexts to generational curses, from the fear of feedback to the gift of correction, the conversation is bold, biblical, and deeply rooted in experience.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What intentional and relational mentorship looks like in real churches
• Why good theology isn’t enough if the lifestyle doesn’t match
• How to begin a mentoring relationship—and why “specific asks” matter
• Can someone be mentored by books alone?
• How to recover from spiritual wounds—even when the person who hurt you is gone
• Who has the right to critique your sermon (and how to hear them without ego)
• A pastoral response to teachings on generational curses
• Where to give your tithe, and why it’s more than just a financial question

Meet the Panel:

• Pastor Kyomuhuendo Nicholas – leads Calvary Chapel Fort Portal with a heart for discipleship and spiritual formation.
• Dr. Juvintine Emuku – A medical doctor who also serves at Calvary Chapel Soroti, bringing theological depth and local insight to pastoral ministry.
• Rev. Raymond L. Bukenya – theologian, apologist, and team leader at Tru Tangazo Uganda, Raymond is passionate about equipping believers to proclaim and defend the truth of the gospel in an age of scepticism. A graduate of Wycliffe Hall (University of Oxford), the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics, and the University of Winchester, he also teaches with Calvary Chapel Bible College Kampala and The Shepherds Academy. He and his wife Lynn are raising seven children—four boys and three girls.

Whether you're mentoring others or looking for someone to guide you, this conversation will challenge your assumptions, encourage your heart, and help you pursue Christ-centred relationships that shape leaders and strengthen the church.

For information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.com

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Could reclaiming the practice of catechetical preaching be the key to deeper discipleship and richer congregational life today? In this compelling episode of the Expositors Collective podcast, Pastor Danny Hyde invites listeners to revisit the timeless wisdom of the catechisms—not just as theological documents, but as vibrant, pastoral tools for shaping hearts and anchoring churches in gospel truth.

Danny Hyde serves as pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church in California and is the author of numerous books, including Welcome to a Reformed Church and Grace Worth Fighting For. A passionate advocate for Reformed theology, Danny shares his journey of learning to preach Christ faithfully from all of Scripture, especially the Old Testament. Much of his early formation came under the mentorship of the late Dr Edmund Clowney, former president of Westminster Theological Seminary. Clowney’s Christ-centred hermeneutic and biblical-theological approach continue to shape generations of preachers. In this episode, Danny reflects on the lessons he learned firsthand from Clowney about letting Scripture’s redemptive storyline lead us to the person and work of Jesus.

The conversation then turns to the catechisms—particularly the Heidelberg Catechism—and why they still matter for preachers and congregations today. Danny explains how catechetical preaching can deepen theological literacy, form congregational identity, and foster gospel clarity in a distracted world. He highlights how the pattern of question and answer is not just pedagogical, but pastoral—echoing the truth of God into the minds and hearts of His people.

This episode includes reflections on the importance of confessional identity, pastoral mentorship, and the preacher’s task of proclaiming Christ without growing repetitive. You’ll also hear a surprising story about how the Heidelberg Catechism once appeared on the shelves of TBN, and how even unlikely partnerships can bear witness to deep truth.

Whether you are sceptical about tradition or eager to recover the old paths, Danny Hyde offers a gracious and persuasive vision for preaching that is rooted in Scripture, guided by confession, and centred on Christ.

Recommended episodes:
Danny's first episode on the show: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/long-obedience-in-the-same-location-danny-hyde
Bryan Chapell's episode : https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/pulpit-flourish-vs-pastoral-care-with-bryan-chapell
Preaching Like a Puritan: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/preaching-like-a-puritan-pastoral-care-and-problems-with-the-quadriga-roberto-gazga

Upcoming Training Event – We’re Coming to Florida!
Join us in St. Petersburg, Florida for a two-day Expositors Collective training weekend:
📅 August 22–23, 2025
Designed to help you grow in your personal study and public proclamation of God's Word.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this gathering will equip and encourage you.

👉 For full details and to register, visit: www.expositorscollective.com

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