The Planters’ College

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J.A. Medders

General Editor New Churches

J. A. Medders (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the director of theology and content for Send Network, and the general editor for New Churches. He is the author of Gospel Formed, Humble Calvinism, and co-author of The Soul-Winning Church. You can follow Jeff on X, Instagram, and his newsletter.

Resources from J.A.

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E-Book

Theology for Church Planters

10 Doctrines that Ground & Guide

J.A. Medders

As a church planter, your knowledge and practice of God’s Word and ways are employed on the front lines of the kingdom advancing around the world. In this free eBook by Jeff Medders, you will learn about 10 doctrines to...
Podcast Episode

Jeremy Pierre on Pastoral Care as Personal Ministry

New Churches Podcast Season 4 Episode 6

Host Jeff Medders is joined by Jeremy Pierre in this special episode of the New Churches podcast for a discussion on the vital role of pastoral care in church planting.

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Barnabas Piper on Cultivating Gospel Culture

New Churches Podcast Season 4 Episode 5

Host Jeff Medders is joined by Barnabas Piper in this special episode of the New Churches podcast for a discussion on what it means to build and sustain a gospel culture in your church.

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Matt Smethurst on Gospel-Centered Church Planting

New Churches Podcast Season 4 Episode 4

Host Jeff Medders is joined by Matt Smethurst in this special episode of the New Churches podcast for a discussion on calling, culture, and convictions in church planting.
Article

Spurgeon on the Preaching Voice

J.A. Medders

You know a great preaching voice when you hear it. Some men, blessed by God, are equipped with Dolby Surround Sound vocal cords. Their voice is powerful, arresting, interesting, and a delight to listen to. I’ve joked before that I...
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Kyle Worley on Union with Christ for the Church Planter’s Soul

New Churches Podcast Season 4 Episode 3

Host Jeff Medders is joined by Kyle Worley in this special episode of the New Churches podcast for a discussion on the surprising path that led Kyle to plant Mosaic Church in Richardson, Texas.
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Ronnie Martin on Renewal for Church Planters

New Churches Podcast Season 4 Episode 2

Host Jeff Medders is joined by Ronnie Martin in this special episode of the New Churches podcast for a discussion on the importance of renewal in the life of a church planter.
Podcast Episode

J.T. English on Discipleship That Builds the Church

New Churches Podcast Season 4 Episode 1

Host Jeff Medders is joined by J.T. English in this special episode of the New Churches podcast for a discussion on the vital link between evangelism and discipleship in church planting.
Article

Spurgeon’s 9 Tips for New Preachers

J.A. Medders

Charles Spurgeon was a great preacher and a great trainer of preachers. Through the Pastors’ College, Spurgeon trained and helped hundreds of men become faithful and effective preachers. I took his lecture titled “Sermons” and came up with nine summary...
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15 Points from Spurgeon on Praying in Public

J.A. Medders

Don’t overlook your public prayers. It is too easy to fall into the practice of putting effort and thought into everything that happens on Sunday morning, except your prayers from the stage. These moments matter, are holy, and instructive. You...
Article

3 Prayer Habits Spurgeon Wanted for Planters

J.A. Medders

Faithful and effective church planters must be men of prayer. You can only be faithful and effective when you pray to the Faithful One, to the Effector of gospel ministry. Charles Spurgeon taught his students in his Pastors’ College to...
Podcast Episode

Team Vision: Church, Nations, and Practical Leadership for Planting Teams

New Churches Podcast Season 3 Episode 12

Host Jeff Medders is joined by Vance Pitman, Matt Carter, and Jen Oshman for a final discussion on applying key essentials to church planting teams.
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6 Questions Spurgeon Would Ask Aspiring Church Planters

J.A. Medders

Spurgeon was no stranger to men asking his opinion on their call to ministry. As he taught prospective pastors and planters in his Pastors’ College, men would seek his advice on the call to ministry. The second lecture in his...
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Team Essentials: Theology, Mission, and Teaching in Church Planting Teams

New Churches Podcast Season 3 Episode 8

Host Noah Oldham is joined by Jeff Medders, Bryan Loritts, and Jen Oshman to explore how Theology, Mission, and Teaching apply to church planting teams.
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Mission: Evangelism and Discipleship as a Church Planter

New Churches Podcast Season 3 Episode 6

Host Jeff Medders is joined by Shane Pruitt and Trevin Wax to discuss the mission of church planting—focusing on evangelism and disciple-making.
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Theology: Grounded and Centered on the Gospel

New Churches Podcast Season 3 Episode 5

Host Jeff Medders is joined by Trevin Wax and Jared C. Wilson to discuss the essential role of theology in church planting.
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8 Points for Preaching Easter

J.A. Medders

Easter is a special Sunday in the church calendar. There are many moving pieces and items calling for a preacher’s attention on Easter. But remember that you are called to preach—to preach the Scriptures and to preach Christ. You may...
Podcast Episode

The Heart: Cultivating a Strong Walk with Christ as a Church Planter

New Churches Podcast Season 3 Episode 1

Host Jeff Medders welcomes Tony Merida, Jared C. Wilson, and Vance Pitman for a new season of the New Churches podcast to discuss the nine essentials of a faithful and effective church planter!