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Dear Church

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Christianity
Faith
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Baptism
Youth Ministry
Discipleship
Jesus
Higher Education
Parenting
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Christian Education
Bible
Church Leadership
Ministry
Spiritual Warfare
Women's Empowerment
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Walnut Street Church
Preaching
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Tune in, week-to-week, as Chris McCurley explores some of the deeper questions about being a Christian, and the church as a whole.

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Latest Episodes

What does the book of Revelation actually mean—and why does the church need its message today?

Chris sits down with Dr. Garrett Best to explore Revelation, its meaning, and how its message still speaks to the church today.

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What does faith really mean—and how should it change the way we live? Chris sits down with Gantt Carter to look at faith

through the lens of the ancient world and how that perspective can reshape our understanding and response to faith today.

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In this episode of Dear Church, Ryan Goodwin joins Chris for a conversation about something that sounds simple but may be one of the most important principles of Christian character: being nice.

Ryan is the preacher at Glen Springs Church in Gaines... more

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In this episode of Dear Church, Chris sits down with Billy McGuiggan, Preaching Minister at Three Chopt Church of Christ in Richmond, Virginia, for a conversation about Jesus, Scripture, and the power of story.

What if we changed the way we read th... more

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Recent Guests

Gantt Carter
Guest theologian discussing faith in the ancient world
Elk City Church of Christ (via 2nd & Adams Church of Christ)
Episode: Ep. #372 | Gantt Carter
Ryan Goodwin
Pastor, about Florida church community
Glen Springs Church of Christ (Gainesville, FL)
Episode: Ep. #371 | Ryan Goodwin
Billy McGuiggan
Guest on the Jesus stories discussion
Three Chopt Road Church of Christ, Richmond, VA
Episode: Ep. #370 | Billy McGuiggan
Boo Scott
Pastor and former college minister; discussions leader for generosity and worship
National Park Church of Christ, Hot Springs, Arkansas
Episode: Ep. #369 | Boo Scott
Trey Morgan
Pastor, ministry leader from Lubbock, Texas
Sunset Church of Christ | Lubbock, Texas
Episode: Ep. #368 | Trey Morgan
Wes McAdams
Pastor and podcast host affiliated with Radically Christian
Radically Christian; ccmcdermott.org / Christian Chronicle
Episode: Ep. #367 | Wes McAdams
Collin Helms
Baseball player, Harding alum
Harding University / Baseball player
Episode: Ep. #366 "Faith on the Field"
Ben Hayes
Ministry leader, part of Highland Park congregation; co-creator of Adventures of Ben and Travis
Highland Park (Muscle Shoals), CYC
Episode: Ep. #364 "How Ben & Travis Are Reaching People Beyond the Pulpit"
Travis Creasy
Campus minister, Westgate Church of Christ; co-creator of Adventures of Ben and Travis
Westgate Church of Christ, Dothan, Alabama
Episode: Ep. #364 "How Ben & Travis Are Reaching People Beyond the Pulpit"

Host

Chris McCurley
Host focused on exploring Christian living and church dynamics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
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    Preach The Word Bro

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Trucker
    United Statesa year ago
  • Outstanding!

    Chris does a phenomenal job with bringing relevant discussions to the forefront. It is well worth your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blogger guy
    United States4 years ago
  • Keep it Coming!

    Great Stuff! Thanks for getting this on Apple Podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a_england
    United States6 years ago
  • Amazing!

    Wonderful podcast! One of my favorites to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WindyCityGirl415
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Consistently provides actionable takeaways for ministry and family life.
Hosts bring depth with scripture and personal stories; very engaging.
Thoughtful, practical faith discussions and real-world applications.
High-quality guests and diverse topics keep conversations fresh.

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Ep. #372 | Gantt Carter
Q: Tell us about the work there. How's things going in Elk City?
Gantt describes a busy season with Vacation Bible School and Summer Series, and emphasizes the community and ministry activity in Elk City, Oklahoma.
Ep. #367 | Wes McAdams
Q: How should we interpret obeying the gospel in daily life rather than as a one-time act?
Obeying the gospel is ongoing, manifested in daily submission to King Jesus, living out faith, love, and loyalty in all aspects of life, including ordinary moments like going to a ballgame.
Ep. #367 | Wes McAdams
Q: Do you agree?
The discussion centers on whether God's anger should define our view of Him or if His love and commitment to His people should predominate, emphasizing trust and relationship over rule-keeping.
Ep. #364 "How Ben & Travis Are Reaching People Beyond the Pulpit"
Q: How do you balance full-time ministry with all your collaborative projects and traveling?
They described a structured routine, with recording and publishing cadence, supportive church partnerships, and dividing tasks (writing, editing, art) among the team, which helps manage a busy schedule.
Ep. #364 "How Ben & Travis Are Reaching People Beyond the Pulpit"
Q: Talk about how you started in ministry and how that led to your current creative work.
Both grew up in church and connected through youth programs; a shared early exposure to Lads to Leaders and camp experiences steered them toward ministry, which evolved into creating skits, books, and a podcast to reach and encourage kids and families.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dear Church

What is Dear Church about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, faith-forward discussion show that centers on practical Christian living, church leadership, and how to navigate contemporary issues with grace. Recent episodes cover kindness as a strategy for evangelism, how to read biblical narratives through the lens of identity in Christ, generosity as worship, moving from monumental to movement-minded churches, and personal stories of recovery, grief, and family faith. The show frequently features pastors and ministry leaders who share actionable insights for building communities, mentoring others, and integrating faith into daily life. It's likely to appeal to listeners who want real-world faith guidance, leadership tips for faith-based groups, and encouragement from stories of resilien... more

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7. Collin Helms
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