The Jim Bradford Podcast
1) Why Missions Matters to Every Believer
Most churches participate in giving to support missions and missionaries, but in today's episode, we discuss why missions matter to every believer. We all play a role and bear responsibility for Jesus...Show More
2) Finding Courage to Take Risks
Some people seem to be naturally wired to take risks. Others seem more naturally cautious and risk-averse. Is courage just a personality trait? The scriptures often call us to boldness and to take up ...Show More
3) Balancing Relationships and Administrative Responsibilities in Ministry
The ministry is about people, but there are also plenty of administrative responsibilities in leading a church. For many pastors, the balance between relationships and administration can feel constant...Show More
4) Recognizing False Teaching
We live in the information age. The internet is full of voices, advice, and increasingly theological teaching and commentary. Every day, we're forced to evaluate what is true and who is worth listenin...Show More
5) Raising Children While Serving in Ministry
While you may have a job at a church, our families are also a part of the church community. Sometimes churches can have expectations of the whole ministry family. And sometimes growing up in the pasto...Show More
6) What Is The Role of Prophets and Apostles in the Church Today?
As we continue taking you’re listener questions, today we have a question about the role of prophets and apostles in the modern church. From the New Apostolic Reformation to online YouTubers who claim...Show More
7) Dealing with Loss and Disappointment in Ministry
Today, we have a question from a listener about the experience of loss in ministry. It doesn't take long serving in ministry to face disappointment and loss. As a pastor, we are asked to lead through ...Show More
8) Advancements in Science and Faith
While Pastor Jim spends most of his time preaching the Bible and leading a church, he still keeps up with his love of science. In today's episode, we talk about what advancements in science have him e...Show More
9) Staying Healthy in Life and Ministry
We're continuing our study, taking questions from listeners, and today we have a question about staying healthy for ministry. Pastor Jim and I look at the topic of health, fitness, and pursuing longev...Show More
10) Can you be humble and confident?
Is it possible to be both humble and confident, or does confidence lead to pride? In today's episode, we continue answering listener questions as we discuss the relationship between humility and confi...Show More