Expositors Collective Mike Neglia, Calvary Global Network (CGN)

Sam McCabe, a singer-songwriter and worship leader from Houston, Texas, speaks with Mike about quarterly preaching, and the pitfalls and opportunities that are available to those who preach messages and then wait three months until the next time! He speaks about the dangers of being over-prepared, and the opportunities to meditatively think through a passage and its implications in the long gestation period leading up to a teaching. Sam also talks about the relationship between the teaching of the Word and the worship of the church - which one prepares for the other? Additionally there is some very practical advice on how late in the week a preaching pastor should suggest songs to the worship team! 

Sam endeavors to craft songs that resonate with the depth and complexity of real life. From moments of profound joy to the depths of grief, from the peaks of hope to the valleys of loss, Sam's music explores the entirety of the human experience, intertwining themes of sanctification, doubt, and unwavering faith.

His artistic journey surged forward with the release of his 2020 single "I Want To Serve God," marking the beginning of a prolific career. Subsequent singles, such as "Christ Be In My Heart" featuring the acclaimed Kristene DiMarco from Bethel Music, and "Jesus Loves the World" featuring Leeland, further solidified his presence in the music scene. Sam's albums, "Altar Fire I" and "Altar Fire II," delve into the transformative journey of following Jesus, offering listeners a soul-stirring exploration of faith and spiritual growth.

Adding to his impressive repertoire, Sam is set to unveil his highly anticipated full-length live worship album, "The Death of Death," in early September of this year. Boasting collaborations with renowned artists including Pat Barrett, Leeland, Andy Squyres, and his own wife, Samantha McCabe.

Sam's influence extends beyond his solo projects, with notable cuts alongside artists such as Bethel Music, Maverick City, Brandon Lake, Chris Tomlin, and David Leonard.



You can listen to Sam McCabe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4a2FGrms04r82vmfpN3iij?si=MsXMa6bDRCG7DujDn9iVLA 



Recommended Expositors Collective Episodes: 

Noah Beumer and Michael McCalleb on Worship Leading   https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XLZiS9OPFKj7icEsxz8aS?si=50367c879bfe40b5 

Josh White, Musician / Pastor  https://open.spotify.com/episode/37JgCyO4lRZTD5aO2VqWqv?si=439383800d0e4a87 

Josh Porter, Musician / Pastor https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/id-rather-be-forgotten-than-remembered-for-giving-in-with-josh-porter 



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3/5 of the Expositors Collective leadership team take a break from filming their video course to chat about teaching through the Gospel of Matthew. Nick and Mike are teaching it at their churches and John is recording audio commentary for the Listeners Bible Commentary 

 The Listener’s Commentary provides clear, accessible teaching through each book of the New Testament in audio format so you can learn and live the Bible. 



Resources Mentioned: 

Holman New Testament Commentary  Stuart K. Weber

Pillar New Testament Commentary - Leon Morris 

 Matthew (Teach the Text Commentary Series) - Jeanine Brown

 Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary, Volume 1: Matthew, Mark, Luke 

Matthew: A Commentary. Volume 1: The Christbook, Matthew 1-12

Matthew: A Commentary, Volume 2L The Churchbook, Matthew 13-24





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Dr Philip Nation's work has included roles as a Bible publisher, revitalizing established churches as a pastor, working with non-profit organizations, curriculum publishing, and serving as a university professor. His personal publishing experience includes writing, co-authoring, and editing over 20 published works. Over the years, he has trained leaders in multiple countries around the world and continues to travel for teaching, preaching, and leader training.

Lessons learned from nearly 4 decades of expositional preaching, trends that he has seen come and go, and decisions that he has made to be a continual learner and to always be making progress as a preacher, and some very practical advise on being a guest preacher. 

In the second half of the interview we speak about the positive and negative effects that church leadership can have on a pastors family. Philip shares some ways that for those of us who have kids in the house can help our kids to think positively about the church and have a confidence in the sufficiency of the word of God. 

Great wisdom on tap here, I know that this is going to be a beneficial conversation for you to listen in on . 

This episode is brought to you be the upcoming Calvary Chapel global network pastors and leaders conference, which is coming up real soon in June 23rd to the 26th at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. The conference is for ministry leaders or anyone interested in being equipped and inspired in their Christian walk.

This year's theme is Hope, Suffering, and Glory, Studies in First Peter. Nine speakers will address topics taken from First Peter. In addition, workshop topics will include caring for your own soul, We're All Apologists Now, making sense of Christianity for Gen Z, and trauma-informed ministry. Myself and pastor Brian Brodersen are going to co-lead a workshop on sermon preparation.   We hope you can join us at this year's CGN International Conference, June 23rd.

Learn more at the conference.calvarychapel.com



Resources Mentioned: 

Wierbse Study Bible: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/nkjv-wiersbe-study-bible/ 

Timeless Truths Study Bible: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/timeless-truths-bible-net/ 



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Brian Bell joins us on today's podcast as a distinguished guest, bringing with him a wealth of experience and passion. As the senior pastor of Calvary Murrieta, Brian wears many hats, serving as the main teaching pastor, Chairman of the Church Board and School Board, and the shepherd of the Calvary Murrieta community.

He speaks about the importance of developing outlines and their usefulness in clear communication as we preach. 

Brian's journey in spreading the message of Jesus has taken him across more than thirty countries, focusing particularly on two unreached people groups. Alongside his wife Kelly, Brian has dedicated the past decade to combating human trafficking, advocating for justice for women and children both locally and globally.

Beyond his ministry, Brian's personal life is equally inspiring. He and Kelly, his high school sweetheart, have shared forty years of marriage, blessed with two adult children and five grandchildren. Nothing brings him greater joy than spending time with his grandchildren, while surfing and hiking invigorate him physically.

However, it's his dedication to engaging with and supporting unreached communities that truly fuels his soul. Join us as Brian shares his insights, experiences, and the transformative power of faith in today's episode.

Recommended Links: 

Expositors Collective Private Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2753899408012439 

Nick Cady on outlining: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-64-start-with-the-destination-in-mind/id1397572249?i=1000449242754 

Cody King on our clear communication only comes through careful thinking: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/episode-48-clear-communication-only-comes-through-critical-thinking 



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Trevor O’Keefe and Mike Neglia speak about Cillian Murphy’s recent Academy Award and other momentous moments in Irish history. Trevor also shares the wildest story about a debut sermon ever on the history of the podcast! (He nearly killed someone)

Trevor was a youth ministry for more than 17 years in Maranatha Chapel before transitioning in to the Lead Pastor role at Olive Branch Christian Fellowship in Poway, California. 

In this stirring conversation they speak about boundaries in ministry, depression, anxiety, and the reality that a church gathering is not a crowd to be feared or an audience to be entertained but a family to love. 

They have an extended conversation on the difference between vulnerability and honesty in the pulpit and oversharing and “bleeding all over your people.”



Resources Mentioned: 

The Story of Michelangelo's David : https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/the-story-of-michelangelos-david 

Jim Wilson interview on why Pastors should never use their kids as sermon illustrations :  https://open.spotify.com/episode/6fwGgfA2dHh3IbZeavlwwp?si=128eecb5dbec45e0

Access Mike's vulnerability hangover inducing sermon from the 2023 Calvary Chapel Conference : https://cgn.org/2023-archives/





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Dr Sigurd Grindheim speaks with Mike about how to preach the book of Hebrews, lessons learned about preaching from the book of Hebrews, and who he thinks is the author of that anonymous book. He also speaks about lessons learned about fatherhood, and the difference between expository and topical preaching. 

You can read some of his articles, and find links to his published works here https://www.sigurdgrindheim.com/



Sigurd Grindheim (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is professor of New Testament at Fjellhaug International University College in Oslo, Norway. He is also adjunct professor at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and visiting lecturer at Ethiopian Graduate School of Theology. Grindheim is the author of numerous articles and essays as well as a number of books, including Introducing Biblical Theology, Christology in the Synoptic Gospels

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Pleasanton, California Expositors Collective Training Event May 24th & 25th



We’re excited to be partnering with Valley Community Church to host our first training seminar in the Bay Area. We have a lot of friends (and podcast downloads) in that part of California and we know that it is going to be a great time!

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