MyBLVD Podcast

5 Ways to Prepare for the Upcoming Election Cycle

On this week's episode, Dhati and Justin Giboney, President of the And Campaign, discuss the importance of bridging the gap between faith and politics. Discover practical insights for pastors and church leaders to prepare their congregations for upcoming election cycles, fostering civic literacy, and staying engaged on local issues amidst a shifting political landscape.

Lessons Learned in 3 Eras of Ministry

Join Dhati for a deep dive into the heart of ministry as he sits down with Dr. Crawford Loritts. In this episode, they explore the profound impact of mentorship, the essence of leaving a lasting legacy, and the crucial difference between leadership development and leader development. Through personal anecdotes and timeless wisdom, Dr. Loritts imparts invaluable lessons learned from three distinct eras of ministry, offering guidance and encouragement for pastors navigating the challenges and joys of leadership in today's ever-changing landscape.

Apologetics 101: 2 Significant Shifts with Chris Brooks

On this week's episode, Pastor Chris Brooks shares his journey and insights into the world of apologetics, shedding light on its importance in today's society. Chris and Dhati discuss practical ways to equip the members of your church to holistically engage their context.

Building A Legacy

On this week's episode, Dhati sits down with Josh and Jack Crans to talk about what it means to build a legacy where you live, work, and worship. Josh and Jack Crans share about their call to serve the local community of Coatesville and establish ministries like Rescue Mission and prison outreach. They discuss the journey of what it has meant to live local over the decades and pursue strategic partnerships with others to reach those in need. 

Disciple Making Shifts & Rhythms

On this week's episode, Dhati and Jeff Vanderstelt have a conversation on disciple making shifts and missional rhythms. They discuss practical ways to live with mission and intentionality where you live, work, and worship, and how to be present in everyday life.

Ministering To The New Urban

Somewhere in the decade of the 2040s, demographics in America will shift to where there will be no clear majority. In fact the transition has already been brought to our doorstep. The evangelical church in the US has actually already crossed the 50% threshold, meaning it has no clear ethnic majority. It is against this backdrop that Dhati and Dr. Soong-Chan Rah recorded this week's episode of the MyBLVD Podcast. They discuss The Next Evangelicalism and predictions for the church of the future.

Sermon Tips for Diverse Churches

In today's diverse and culturally divisive landscape, preparing sermons for a multiethnic congregation requires thoughtful navigation and sensitivity. On this week's MyBLVD Podcast episode, I am joined by Dr. Bryan Loritts to discuss this topic and more.

Cultivating Compassion

On this week's episode, Dhati is joined by Crystal Wilson, Director of Church Partnerships for Compassion International. They discuss how we can get our people on mission to make disciples and cultivate a culture of compassion within our church community.

Discovering "The Good Life"

On this week's MyBLVD Podcast episode, I am joined by Dr. Derwin Gray, Founding and Lead Pastor of Transformation Church and Author of The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches About Finding True Happiness. We talk about redefining happiness and cultivating the good life in ministry, leadership, and family.

Navigating Division

In today's divisive climate, pastors face unique challenges in fostering unity and navigating sensitive topics within their congregations. In this week's podcast, I sit down Dr. Walter Kim, president of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE). We discussed some key ways pastors can prepare how pastors can prepare their people for the upcoming election season and effectively address division within their communities.