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
327 episodes
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Challenging Outdated Church Outreach
327: What if your church's approach to outreach is built on outdated assumptions?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 4
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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 4
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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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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 4
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Episode 323
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1:10:56
Embracing Life's Trials
323: 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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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
Raised from the Dead?
312: Pastor Plek and Jordan Smith answer a couple of questions from our listeners: Do we know anything about the saints that were raised in Matthew? What does "fallen asleep" mean and what happened to the saints who were raised?Got ques...
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Season 3
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Episode 312
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38:57
Experiencing God's Glory
311: Pastor Plek is back with a sermon recap with guest Jordan Smith. Is it okay to glory in anything other than God? Jordan and Pastor Plek tackle this question and more on this episode. Tune in to hear it all!Got questions? Text us at...
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Season 3
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Episode 311
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37:55
Faith Under Fire
310: What happens when Christian imagery collides with Greek mythology at a major event? Join Pastor Plek as he explores this controversial blend with guests Cody Sparks and Jordan Smith, who help break down the portrayal of Jesus in a drag spr...
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Season 3
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Episode 310
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50:46
Transforming Anxiety with Hayley Hengst
309: Can understanding your core beliefs and automatic thoughts transform your anxiety into a manageable challenge? Discover the powerful strategies discussed on Pastor Plek's podcast with our insightful guest, Hayley Hengst, a counselor in tra...
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Season 3
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Episode 309
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44:11
Embracing Stillness: Trusting God in a Busy World
308: What if dedicating a day to rest and worship could transform your life? Hayley Hengst joins Pastor Plek to dissect the significance of the Sabbath and tithing, shedding light on how Jesus serves as our ultimate rest. Even though we’r...
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Season 3
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Episode 308
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26:23
Growing Up as a Preacher's Kid
307: What happens when your father's a preacher, and you grow up under the microscope of the congregation? That's the question we tackle in this episode featuring Cody Sparks from the Cody Sparks Band and Pastor Plek's oldest son, Austin Pleken...
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Season 3
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Episode 307
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41:12
Biden and Trump Debate Fall Out
306: Can Joe Biden's frail TV appearance shake the foundation of the Democratic Party? Pastor Plek explores this burning question as he dissects the most recent debate with insights from Marlin Sparks of Victory Family Church and the ever-outsp...
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Season 3
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Episode 306
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39:00
Authenticity and Respect in Professional Life
305: What if the true measure of your work's worth isn't found in the job title, but in how you carry out your duties? This episode unravels the profound story of Bezalel and Oholiab from Exodus 31 and what it means to be divinely inspired in o...
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Season 3
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Episode 305
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37:39