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Every sermon starts with more than can fit into a message. For years, Pastor J.D. Greear has filled his sermon notes with extra illustrations, questions, insights, and rabbit trails that never made it into the final sermon. He calls that section of his notes “the bullpen.” Now, those ideas are coming out of the bullpen. In each episode, J.D. sits down with a few others to unpack a recent message, ... more

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Is the tithe just an Old Testament law? Should you still give when you’re drowning in debt? How do you raise kids who aren’t ruled by money?

In this episode of The Bullpen, J.D., Matt, and Curtis are joined by Molly Vidovich, a longtime Summit wors... more

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Why didn’t J.D. tell the church who to vote for? Is it wrong to want a church that meets your needs? And how do you talk about Jesus without being weird?

In this episode of The Bullpen, J.D. and Matt are joined by J.D.’s wife, Veronica Greear, and ... more

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Can you find real community in a megachurch? Why would a growing church send away its best leaders? And how do you know if God might be calling you into ministry?

In this bonus episode of The Bullpen, J.D. and Matt are joined by Kyle Mercer of Two ... more

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Is temptation itself a sin? Why do Christians follow some Old Testament laws but not others? And can you be pro-life while supporting the death penalty?

This week on The Bullpen, J.D., Matt, and Curtis welcome a special guest: J.D.’s wife, Veronica... more

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Recent Guests

Veronica Greear
Leads a women's Bible study
The Summit Church
Episode: Christ Matters MORE Than Culture + Pastors & Politics | Ep. 7
John Muller
Campus pastor at The Summit Church's Capital Hills campus
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Episode: Christ Matters MORE Than Culture + Pastors & Politics | Ep. 7
Andrew Hopper
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Kyle Mercer
Lead pastor of Two Cities Church
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Julius Tennal
International sending pastor at the Summit
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Episode: What Will People Say at Your Funeral? + Is Sports Betting a Sin? | Ep. 3
Curtis Andrusko
Speaker/curator of material for The Bullpen, member of the teaching team
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Episode: Why Getting What You Want Isn’t Enough | Ep. 1
Joseph Backholm
A Senior Fellow for Biblical Worldview and Strategic Engagement at Family Research Council
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Episode: Gospel & Politics: Joseph Backholm
Neil Shenvi
A member of the Summit Church with a Ph.D. from Berkeley in Theoretical Chemistry, author and speaker on critical theory.
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Brooke Medina
Vice president of Communications for the John Locke Foundation, published writer
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Episode: Gospel & Politics: Brooke Medina

Hosts

J.D. Greear
Pastor and founder of J.D. Greear Ministries
Matt Love

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 841 ratings
  • This is spiritual gold!

    JD does a phenomenal job breaking down questions we all face daily. This so such a blessing

    To my spiritual walk! Can't wait for next!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Acoustic Selection
    United States2 months ago
  • Either deluded or a charlatan

    JD stays silent (or is at least underspoken) on many of these topics in his sermons. That suits his purposes to advocate for Christianity, even if it supports Christian Nationalism. His approach of speaking in a thoughtful and reasonable manner is compelling for many, but frankly it’s a sales approach that has been effective for him. He is good at strengthening your faith, even if there is more evidence against that faith than for it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    mk6six
    United States4 months ago
  • Easy way to strengthen your faith

    Very helpful answers and explanations to some of the biggest questions about the Christian faith. Easy to understand and reshaped the way I think I about somethings. I feel more confident in my faith, who God is and my ability to share these things with others after listening. Definitely worth your time! The interviews with other leaders were super insightful too.

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    5
    Kaitlynnjjj
    United States2 years ago
  • Well worth your time!

    JD provides a balanced approach, supported by deep understanding scripture in today’s context! He hits on many topics that are not regularly discussed in the church.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Andrewski M
    United States2 years ago
  • A Great way to start the day

    Appreciate the pastoral perspective on tough questions

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    5
    Carltonxmoore
    United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The concise format and conversational moments are appreciated, though one listener wished episodes were longer or more frequent.
Listeners value clear, accessible explanations of Scripture and practical answers to difficult questions of faith.
J.D. Greear is praised for a candid, pastoral approach and for grounding answers in biblical context.
Many describe the conversations as encouraging and useful for strengthening or reflecting on their faith.
Some listeners appreciate the relevance of cultural discussions, while others feel those topics receive too much emphasis.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Christ Matters MORE Than Culture + Pastors & Politics | Ep. 7
Q: Why didn't you tell everybody what to vote for and who to vote for?
Greear says his calling is to make disciples, not manage elections. He teaches the whole counsel of Scripture, including biblical principles with political implications, but leaves specific voting decisions to individual wisdom and application.
Christ Matters MORE Than Culture + Pastors & Politics | Ep. 7
Q: Is it wrong to want a church that kind of meets your felt needs?
The guests say it is reasonable to consider a church's ministries and how it serves a family, but Christians should not treat church as a consumer service. A felt need can also be an invitation to serve others, and decisions to leave should involve prayer, community, and conversations rather than preference alone.
Three Megachurch Pastors Get HONEST About Church | Ep. 6 | ft. Andrew Hopper & Kyle Mercer
Q: How do you build a culture that encourages people to consider ministry and missions?
The pastors describe modeling enthusiasm for ministry, identifying potential leaders through community and staff relationships, and inviting capable people to consider vocational ministry while affirming that every believer has a calling in their work and community.
Three Megachurch Pastors Get HONEST About Church | Ep. 6 | ft. Andrew Hopper & Kyle Mercer
Q: How do you respond to the critique that large churches lack connection and community?
The pastors say large churches can care for people through community groups, serving teams, pastoral care, and discipleship. They also emphasize that members need to take part in those opportunities rather than remain consumers.
Is the Deliberate Pursuit of Ethnic Unity the Same As DEI?
Q: Is the deliberate pursuit of ethnic unity in the church the same as DEI?
No, there is a biblical version of diversity that is beneficial and necessary for church operations, while unbiblical applications of DEI may focus solely on quotas instead of community representation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bullpen

What is The Bullpen about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Pastor J.D. Greear and a recurring group of ministry colleagues unpack the ideas behind recent sermons, then connect Scripture to questions of faith, church life, ethics, politics, and everyday decisions. Conversations draw on biblical passages and pastoral experience, with room for candid questions, personal stories, humor, and disagreements about how Christians should engage with cultural issues.

The format is an informal roundtable rather than a formal sermon or interview. Guests often include pastors and church leaders discussing church growth, evangelism, missions, and ministry, while occasional family or staff perspectives add context to sermon preparation and application. Its distinctive focus is the material left beyond the pulpit:... more

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1. Veronica Greear
2. John Muller
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4. Kyle Mercer
5. Julius Tennal
6. Curtis Andrusko
7. Joseph Backholm
8. Neil Shenvi

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