Pastor Plek's Podcast
Pastor Chris Plekenpol deals with Faith, Culture, and everything in between. Recording from Austin, TX, Pastor Plek deals with many of the issues that he faces pastoring in a post-Christian environment. He takes questions from his congregation and beyond to help Christians navigate culture from the Christian perspective.
Episodes
335 episodes
The Pillars of Spiritual Discernment
337: Pastor Plek, Pastor Holland, and Cody Sparks address the intriguing challenges of harmonizing God's word, prayer, and the Holy Spirit in your life. Explore the common pitfalls of overemphasizing the Bible while neglecting the Spirit and co...
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Season 3
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Episode 337
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17:51
Jonah's Resistance to God's Compassion
336: The story of Jonah is about more than just a man and a giant fish. Join Pastor Plek, Pastor Mo, Bri Mota, and Cody Sparks as they explore this compelling narrative. The discussion kicks off with Jonah's unique role as a prophet during the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 336
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22:43
Healing Through Grief
335: Pastor Plek is joined by special guest Cindy Brinker-Simmons as she opens up about her poignant journey through grief and healing, beginning with the heartbreaking loss of her mother to ovarian cancer. Cindy shares how this tragedy initial...
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Season 3
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Episode 335
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1:02:06
Humility's Role in Church Growth
334: Holland Greig and Jordan Smith join Pastor Plek to share riveting stories of sermons that stirred change, aligning with the teachings of James on practical living and righteousness. As you listen, you'll gain insights into how moving beyon...
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Season 3
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Episode 334
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55:38
What is Advent?
333: Have you ever wondered about the rich history and meaning behind Advent candles? We invite you to join Pastor Holland Greig, Bri and Pablo Mota, and Cody Sparks on an enlightening journey through time, exploring how Advent traditions emerg...
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Season 3
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Episode 333
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37:05
Rebuilding Trust
332: Join Pastor Plek as he unravels the complex tapestry of adultery and divorce, inspired by the profound teachings of Jesus in Matthew 5. Together with Pastor Holland Greig and Cody Sparks from the Cody Sparks Band, they engage in a candid e...
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Season 3
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Episode 332
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1:09:06
Balancing Faith and Politics
331: Can political affiliations coexist with biblical teachings in today's divisive climate? Join Pastor Plek and Pastor Holland for a profound exploration with guest Christine Lee. Holland and Christine share their transformative journeys as f...
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Season 3
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Episode 331
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46:03
Faith and Feminism
330: Are traditional gender roles in Christianity more than just outdated relics of the past? Join Pastor Plek, Pastor Holland, Cody Sparks, and Adrienne as they navigate the intricate landscape of gender roles and feminism through the lens of ...
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Season 3
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Episode 330
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58:12
A Conversation on Faith and Friendship
329: Pastor Holland Grieg from Eastside Community Church joins Pastor Plek for an engaging conversation about mentorship and relationships within the faith community. How should someone like Kalor, who has embraced celibacy after leaving a homo...
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Season 4
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Episode 329
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15:24
Challenging Outdated Church Outreach
327: What if your church's approach to outreach is built on outdated assumptions? Join Pastor Plek and Pastor Holland, as they challenge conventional church missiology by exploring the transition from a seeker-sensitive model to what is now bei...
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Season 3
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Episode 327
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44:37
Partiality and Eternal Rewards
328: Pastor Plek and Holland Grieg from Eastside Community Church join tackle the age-old struggle of partiality and the allure of functional saviors within church communities in this recap of Sunday's sermon on James 2. Imagine a world where w...
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Season 3
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Episode 328
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37:26
From Spiritual Burnout to Redemption
326: Embark on an inspiring journey as Caleb McLemore shares his story of transformation and redemption. Faced with spiritual burnout during his time at Azusa Pacific University, Caleb found himself drifting from his faith despite being in a Ch...
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Season 4
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Episode 326
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29:49
Faith in Motion
325: Pastor Plek welcomes insightful guests Caleb McLemore and Holland Greg, for a recap of Sunday's sermon on the book of James. Caleb, sharing his fresh perspective as a lifelong churchgoer, and Holland, guiding us through the meaning of bibl...
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Season 3
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Episode 235
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21:58
The Power of Confession and Vulnerability in Christian Community
322: Kaylor Reiter joins Pastor Plek and Pastor Holland on the podcast for a heartfelt episode that explores his transformative experience since moving from a gay lifestyle to Christianity and celibacy, only to confront a significant moral fail...
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Season 3
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Episode 322
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34:11
Resilience and Redemption: Laurie Ann Peacock’s Journey from Trauma to Triumph
323: Pastor Plek is joined by special guest Laurie Ann Peacock as she shares her poignant journey in a world where lively biker club culture met heartbreaking trauma. Growing up as a "daddy's girl," Laurie Ann paints a picture of a vibrant hous...
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Season 3
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Episode 323
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1:10:56
Embracing Life's Trials
324: Adrienne and Pastor Holland join Pastor Plek this week to reflect on James chapter 1. They discuss how embracing trials as pure joy is akin to weightlifting, with God as our ever-present spotter. Ministry life is no stranger to challenges,...
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Season 3
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Episode 324
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41:26
Rediscovering Masculinity and Community
321: Pastor Holland Greig joins Pastor Plek for a compelling discussion on an unexpected trend: the rise of male participation in church activities. More men are stepping up, surpassing female involvement in many communities, and this shift is ...
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Season 3
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Episode 321
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42:30
Addressing Sexual Assault and Predators
320: Join Pastor Plek for an essential discussion featuring Jordan Smith and Cody Sparks from the Cody Sparks Band as we unpack the intricacies of issues like protection, redemption, and accountability in the context of sexual assault and sexua...
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Season 3
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Episode 320
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42:02
Biblical Insights for Political Engagement
319: This week Pastor Plek and Pastor Holland Greig explore the complex intersection of Christianity, government, and political responsibility. They unravel the biblical foundations that shape our understanding of rulers and their divine accoun...
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Season 3
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Episode 319
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1:10:47
Church Planting in Post-COVID Times with Eric Creekmore
318: Join Pastor Plek for an in-depth conversation with Eric Creekmore, the executive director of the Association of Hill Country Churches, as he shares his transition from executive pastor to his current role. Discover the intricacies of churc...
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Season 3
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Episode 318
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49:31
Celebrating Singleness in Christian Communities
317: Are single Christians being overlooked in our churches today? Join Pastor Plek and Suzanne Baldwin as they tackle this pressing issue, shining a spotlight on the diverse experiences of single individuals in our congregations. From yo...
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Season 3
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Episode 317
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52:31
A Reflection on Obedience and Sacrifice
316: Pastor Plek is joined by special guests Cody Sparks and Suzanne Baldwin in this podcast episode. Tune is as they unravel the layers of Mo's sermon over Exodus 36-40, focusing on the intriguing use of bronze mirrors by Bezalel to create the...
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Season 3
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Episode 316
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22:32
Embracing Sabbath Rest, Generosity, and Kingdom Influence
315: Pastor Russell Daniel from Hutto Community Church as he shares his inspiring journey from a young pastor at The Fellowship at Scofield Farms to planting his own church in Hutto. Discover the trials and triumphs of establishing Hutto Commun...
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1:04:02
Transformative Journeys of Spiritual Growth
314: Pastor Plek welcomes Cody Sparks of the Cody Sparks Band and Liz Mitchell, the Deacon of Care at Wells Branch Community Church. Liz shares her unique responsibilities through the "five M's of ministry"—new moms, medical emergencies, meal t...
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Season 3
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Episode 314
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53:12
The Fierce Loyalty of Divine Love
313: Have you ever wondered why the Bible describes God as jealous? Join Pastor Plek and Cody Sparks for an enlightening conversation as they unpack this intriguing concept. By contrasting God's jealousy with human jealousy, they aim to clear u...
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Season 3
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Episode 313
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27:52