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Transforming the Church with Dr. Derwin L Gray

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The Transforming the Church Podcast, hosted by Dr. Derwin L. Gray, empowers ministry leaders through Gospel-shaped, Christ-centered ministry practices that will encourage God's people to live on mission with Jesus and equip leaders to lead courageously. In each episode of the Transforming the Church Podcast, your heart will be ignited to lead a movement of everyday missionaries.

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What if the very pain that has broken you could become the pathway to your greatest healing? In this powerful conversation, Pastor Derwin and Vicki unpack the heart behind Pastor Derwin's new book, *It's Time to Heal: Four God-Given Steps to Restore ... more

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What if the wounds you've been quietly carrying your whole life were never meant to stay hidden? In this powerful conversation, Pastor Derwin and Licensed Professional Counselor Jim Cress explore the transformative message at the heart of Pastor Derw... more

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What does it look like when followers of Jesus who love the same Lord arrive at the table holding vastly different political convictions? Pastor Derwin, alongside Dr. Frank Turek and Dr. Charlie Dates, opens a courageous and deeply needed conversatio... more

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What if the wounds you've carried since childhood are not the end of your story, but the very place where God begins to write something new? Pastor Derwin and Carly open this conversation with raw honesty about mental illness, trauma, and the lies th... more

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Carly Matute
Staff member at Transformation Church, Production Lead at Lake Wiley
Transformation Church
Episode: It's Time To Heal with Carly Matute
Christine Caine
Author, speaker, activist
The Faith to Flourish
Episode: Discussing "The Faith to Flourish" with Christine Caine
Tom Wright
Scholar and author focused on Paul and the New Testament
Wycliffe Hall, Oxford; author of The Vision of Ephesians
Episode: Discussing "The Vision of Ephesians: The Task of the Church and the Glory of God" with N.T. Wright
Joseph D'Souza
Bishop; leader in Good Shepherd Church movement in India
Good Shepherd Church movement
Episode: Love in Action: Archbishop Joseph D’souza Mission for Justice and Freedom, Pt. 1
Jeremiah Gray
First-year law student at University of Pennsylvania and co-president of the Christian Legal Society
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Faith on Trial: What it's Like to Follow Jesus at an Ivy League Law School with Jeremiah Gray
N.T. Wright
Renowned New Testament scholar and author
Episode: Unveiling Jesus' Mercy: Professor N.T. Wright on Faith, Ministry, and Global Church Growth
Kyla Gillespie
A woman who shares her journey of faith, identity, and transformation.
Renewed and Transformed
Episode: Renewed and Transformed by the Gospel | A Conversation with Kyla Gillespie
Crawford Loritts
A respected pastor with over 50 years of ministry experience
Episode: Marriage and Ministry with Dr. Crawford Loritts

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Derwin L. Gray
Host of Transforming the Church Podcast focusing on Gospel-centered ministry and leadership within multi-ethnic church contexts.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 228 ratings
  • Amazing Podcast!!!

    Pastor Derwin in a gifted Bible teacher! I have enjoyed his teaching behind the pulpit and behind the podcast mic it is no different.

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    5
    619Reggie
    United States2 years ago
  • Outstanding!!! As well as thought provoking.

    I heard you as guest many months ago as well as recently on The Holy Post which I found in early quarantine. I have come to really enjoy yours as well as your bromance buddy, Skye’s biblical perspective regarding everyday issues regarding amongst others, treatment of our neighbors and all the entails. I had a bit of a disagreement with the doctrine in my current church (just right across the NC border) of 20yrs over they way they handled Covid, and stopped going altogether. I have since relie... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob Stewart (correct spelling)
    United States4 years ago
  • Trying to find what’s missing and heal what’s broken.

    I was recently invited to TC by a friend. Something is missing in my life and since I was raised in faith, as much as I have tried to hide from the answer I know what it is. I turned my back on God and for some reason thought I could do it better alone.

    In this journey back I am so weary. Embarrassed of my behavior, of the arrogance I have shown the Lord. I have been on the road this week for work and listening to past episodes and they have been hitting home and helping mend some of my broken ... more

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    5
    ApocalypticMomma
    United States4 years ago
  • This is What the World Needs to Hear

    This is my new favorite podcast and I enjoy listening to Dr. Gray so much! His knowledge and presentation are on point with what the world needs to hear today, especially evangelical Christians!! Keep up the great work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMTS13
    United States5 years ago
  • Solid

    Solidly biblical, Pastor Derwin goes head on with topics that confront many of us in our daily lives but others often avoid. Keep bringing it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hack McGhee
    United States6 years ago

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Audiences appreciate candid conversations on culture, race, and church leadership that stay gospel-centered and hopeful.
Many comment on the host's clarity, leadership insights, and transformative takeaways for faith and leadership.
Listeners repeatedly praise practical biblical teaching that feels both theological and applicable to everyday life.

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Unveiling Jesus' Mercy: Professor N.T. Wright on Faith, Ministry, and Global Church Growth
Q: What advice would you have for me as a pastor?
Be in for the long haul and take proper vacations to avoid burnout.
Unveiling Jesus' Mercy: Professor N.T. Wright on Faith, Ministry, and Global Church Growth
Q: What would you tell that 19-year-old young man now after the life and career you've led?
I would say that ministry has great challenges and glory, and you need to be prepared for both.

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The show centers on Gospel-shaped, Christ-centered ministry practices aimed at empowering ministry leaders and everyday Christians to live on mission with Jesus. Episodes cover leadership development, identity in Christ, spiritual disciplines like meditating on Scripture, and engaging culture through a multi-ethnic, justice-minded lens. Notable throughlines include leadership growth as a discipline, the dangers of idolatry in work and life, and applying biblical truth to contemporary issues such as polarization, race, and social justice. The host often blends personal stories with biblical teaching to offer practical guidance for building healthier churches and communities while maintaining a bold, mission-driven outlook.

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Recent guests on Transforming the Church include:

1. Carly Matute
2. Christine Caine
3. Tom Wright
4. Joseph D'Souza
5. Jeremiah Gray
6. N.T. Wright
7. Kyla Gillespie
8. Crawford Loritts

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