In this episode of Jordan's Famous Friends, I have the pleasure of interviewing Larry Moyer, an evangelist whose journey from a dairy farm to global ministry is nothing short of inspiring. Growing up surrounded by nature, Larry felt a profound connection to the Almighty Creator, leading him to a transformative faith experience as a teenager. With degrees from Cairn University, Dallas Theological Seminary, and Gordon-Conwell Seminary, Larry has dedicated his life to sharing the clear and simple message of the gospel. As the founder of EvanTell, he travels the world, equipping individuals to reach people for Christ in their own contexts. Join us for a captivating discussion about faith, evangelism, and the importance of connecting with others on their level. Don’t miss Larry’s insights on how to effectively communicate the gospel in today’s world!

• All Larry’s Books can be found here and here.
• A Mentor’s Wisdom.
• Broken in the Right Place by Alan E. Nelson.
• Biblical Preaching by Haddon W. Robinson.

To find out more about Larry and EvanTell click here.

In this episode I interview Craig Clapper, who served as the pastor of Trinity Church for over 26 years and fulfilled a lifelong dream of completing a thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail. Craig shares his experiences of long-term pastoral leadership, the challenges and rewards of shepherding a congregation for decades, and how his journey on the Appalachian Trail matured his faith. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, the beauty of nature, and how Craig's adventure transformed both his personal life and his ministry.

Links

• Books
  • Legging It by Craig Clapper.
  • Knowing God by J. I. Packer.
  • The Cross of Christ by John Stott.
  • A Long Obedience in the Same Direction by Eugene H. Peterson.
  • Meditations from the Breakdown Lane by James E Shapiro.
  • God Walk by Mark Buchanan.
  • Three Mile an Hour God by Kosuke Koyama.
  • Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard.
• Resources
  • Topical Memory System (TMS)
• Quotes
  • “‘(Emily) "Does anyone ever realize life while they live it...every, every minute?’ (Stage Manager) ‘No. Saints and poets maybe...they do some.’” Thornton Wilder (Our Town)
  • “If you think of this world as a place intended simply for our happiness, you find it quite intolerable: think of it as a place of training and correction and it’s not so bad. Imagine a set of people all living in the same building. Half of them think it is a hotel, the other half think it is a prison. Those who think it a hotel might regard it as quite intolerable and those who thought it was a prison might decide that it was really surprisingly comfortable. So that what seems the ugly doctrine is one that comforts and strengthens you in the end. The people who try to hold an optimistic view of this world would become pessimists: the people who hold a pretty stern view of it become optimistic.” S. Lewis (God in the Dock)

In this episode, I sit down with Charles Stone, a seasoned pastor with over 40 years of experience in ministry, having served in roles such as lead pastor, associate pastor, and church planter. Charles has written seven books and contributed over 300 articles to prominent Christian leadership platforms. He holds four advanced degrees, including a Ph.D., and has extensively studied the intersection of neuroscience and leadership, focusing on managing stress in ministry. Charles has coached and trained over 3,000 leaders across seven countries. In our conversation, we explore how he integrates biblical principles with brain-based strategies to equip pastors for leadership. He also shares insights into his personal life, ministry experiences, and leadership development.

Links

• Books
  • Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted by Cal Newport.
  • Spiritual Leadership: Principles of Excellence for Every Believer by Oswald Sanders.
  • Your Brain at Work: Strategies for Overcoming Distraction, Regaining Focus, and Working Smarter All Day Long by David Rock.
  • Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker.
• Podcast
  • Andrew Huberman
• Quotes
  • “But he who is noble plans noble things, and on noble things he stands.” Isaiah 32:8

To find out more about Charles here (charlesstone.com).