• Identify the Fear
    Feb 5 2026

    Fear paralyzes; Faith energizes. Learn to identify the fear that is trying to control you.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship resources. Learn more about Veritas Baptist College at https://VBC.eduThis podcast is hosted by Dr. Mike Lester and produced by Luke Clayton and the team at https://IncreaseCreative.Co.

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    37 mins
  • See the Big Picture
    Jan 29 2026

    When the path isn't clear, take a step back, see the big picture, and prepare to go forward.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship resources. Learn more about Veritas Baptist College at https://VBC.eduThis podcast is hosted by Dr. Mike Lester and produced by Luke Clayton and the team at https://IncreaseCreative.Co.

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    36 mins
  • Assess the Situation
    Jan 22 2026

    Step one in understanding the difficulty is to assess the situation correctly. Learn how to avoid two common mistakes leaders make.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship resources. Learn more about Veritas Baptist College at https://VBC.eduThis podcast is hosted by Dr. Mike Lester and produced by Luke Clayton and the team at https://IncreaseCreative.Co.

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    30 mins
  • Go Forward
    Jan 15 2026

    Introduction to Season 1 of 2026. Learn how to make biblical decisions as a leader, even when the path forward isn't clear.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship resources. Learn more about Veritas Baptist College at https://VBC.eduThis podcast is hosted by Dr. Mike Lester and produced by Luke Clayton and the team at https://IncreaseCreative.Co.

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    24 mins
  • AI in Ministry
    Dec 18 2025

    We're diving into the controversial topic of AI in ministry, focusing on how we maintain integrity, authentic study, and real discipleship in a world of artificial intelligence.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship resources. Learn more about Veritas Baptist College at https://VBC.eduThis podcast is hosted by Dr. Mike Lester and produced by Luke Clayton and the team at https://IncreaseCreative.Co.

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    50 mins
  • Steven Montepeque Interview
    Nov 20 2025

    Our modern world is designed to pull us away from relationship. We need to prioritize face-to-face relational discipleship in small covenant groups over rigid discipleship curriculum.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship resources. Learn more about Veritas Baptist College at https://VBC.eduThis podcast is hosted by Dr. Mike Lester and produced by Luke Clayton and the team at https://IncreaseCreative.Co.

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    40 mins
  • The Power of Relationships
    Nov 13 2025

    The most spiritually transformative moments come through a person. These are the friends who walk in when everyone else is walking out, helping us with disappointment, conflict, and despair.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship resources. Learn more about Veritas Baptist College at https://VBC.eduThis podcast is hosted by Dr. Mike Lester and produced by Luke Clayton and the team at https://IncreaseCreative.Co.

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    25 mins
  • Ten Principles for Relational Discipleship
    Nov 6 2025

    Discipleship must be identity-based, not activity-based. These relational discipleship principles demand Spirit-led ministry that prioritizes who we are in Christ over what we do.You can connect with Mike at https://JMichaelLester.com, where you’ll also find more discipleship resources. Learn more about Veritas Baptist College at https://VBC.eduThis podcast is hosted by Dr. Mike Lester and produced by Luke Clayton and the team at https://IncreaseCreative.Co.

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    23 mins