In this episode Pastor Clay is joined by special guest Alexis, a joyful worshipper, devoted mom to Joshua Elijah, and manager of three Matt Burke Music Studio locations in North Texas. She shares about her journey from a casual churchgoer to encountering Christ at 15 when a friend invited her to youth group. That moment sparked a passion for worship, a heart for mentoring teens, and a deep commitment to serving with Dallas Metro Kids.

The conversation explores how worship became Alexis’s most authentic connection with God when prayer felt difficult and why guarding joy is so vital. Pastor Clay and Alexis discuss how the enemy tries to discourage believers, particularly worship leaders, by stealing joy and shifting focus from God to self. They emphasize the difference between talent and anointing, the dangers of pride on stage, and the importance of mentorship, accountability, and humility in order to keep worship pure and Spirit-led. Together they highlight biblical reminders from Psalm 42 and Proverbs 4:23 about guarding the heart and staying focused on the true purpose of worship.

Alexis also shares her experience working with Dallas Metro Kids and the long-term impact of reaching children and teens through mentorship and consistent presence in their communities. She recalls stories of lives transformed and explains how a permanent facility would relieve weekly setup burdens and create new opportunities for midweek gatherings, outreach, and discipleship. Pastor Clay closes by inviting listeners to join the All In vision for a debt-free building that will expand the mission to raise faith in the next generation.

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Join Pastor Clay on the Dallas Metro Podcast for a heartfelt discussion with special guest Pastor Lane Hastie. Lane, married to his best friend Jennifer for 28 years, is a devoted family man with three children spread across the globe: a son and daughter-in-law in Denver, a daughter teaching special needs in Nixa, Missouri, and his youngest, a missionary associate in Liverpool. With a background in business, Lane was called to ministry, planting a church in Northwest Arkansas for 17 years before serving in Kaufman, Texas, for the past five years. His life has been deeply shaped by mentors like Pastor Bill Wilson, whose faithfulness and commitment to ministry continue to inspire Lane’s work.In this episode, Pastor Lane shares stories of God’s providence, from his daughter’s missionary calling in Liverpool, where she’s part of Heart Liverpool’s church-planting and cafe outreach, to his own journey of planting a church in Rogers, Arkansas. He and Pastor Clay reflect on the importance of perseverance, drawing from Pastor Bill’s example of never quitting, even in the toughest seasons. Lane recounts how re-digging spiritual wells, as inspired by Genesis 26:18-19, brought fresh water to his faith, encouraging listeners to return to God’s Word for personal renewal, regardless of their role as pastors or laypeople.The conversation also highlights Dallas Metro’s mission to raise up new leaders and build a debt-free facility to serve as a safe haven for discipleship. Lane emphasizes the transformative power of this vision, describing the new building as a tool to reach those estranged from God, fulfilling 2 Samuel 14:14. Pastor Clay calls listeners to partner with Dallas Metro by visiting dallasmetro.org and clicking on All In to support this life-changing initiative. Tune in to hear how faithfulness and community can make an eternal impact. Be sure to like and subscribe so you will never miss another Dallas Metro Podcast.

Join us for Episode #92 of the Dallas Metro Podcast, featuring the inspiring Fred Lynch, a trailblazer in gospel hip hop and a dedicated community servant. Fred, a founding member of the pioneering gospel rap group PID (Preachers in Disguise), has been married for 34 years and is a proud father to two grown children, Asia and Jordan. With a journey that began as a youth pastor in Oak Cliff, South Dallas, at just 17, Fred has spent decades spreading the word of God through music, ministry, and mentorship. His career highlights include being among the first gospel rap groups signed nationally in 1988, alongside legends like Stephen Wiley and Michael Peace, and his lifelong commitment to connecting with youth and families through faith and art.In this heartfelt conversation, Pastor Clay reconnects with Fred, reminiscing about their shared history with Dallas Metro and their early days working together in street outreach. Fred shares how his passion for hip hop, sparked by memorizing “Rapper’s Delight” as a kid, evolved into PID’s mission to reach youth through rap infused with gospel messages. He discusses the group’s recent comeback, signing with a label to release new singles like “Take Him to Church,” “Favor,” and “Cross the Bear,” available on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music under “Hey Preachers.” Fred also opens up about his “tent-making” job as an Uber and Lyft driver, where he uses his rides as a mobile pulpit to listen, pray, and share faith with passengers, offering profound stories of connection, like the retired minister who felt seen during a ride to dialysis.The episode dives deeper as Fred shares his latest venture, the Proverbs Daily podcast, inspired by his 40-year practice of reading a chapter of Proverbs daily. This five-minute daily show unpacks one verse with life lessons, prayer, and cultural insights, centered around his theme verse, Proverbs 4:23—“Above all else, guard your heart.” Fred and Clay discuss the importance of staying on the path of faith, course-correcting through life’s challenges, and finishing strong as leaders with growing influence. Fred also champions Dallas Metro’s mission to build a debt-free facility to double their community impact, urging listeners to support the “All In” campaign at dallasmetro.org. Tune in for a powerful blend of nostalgia, faith, and vision for the future. Be sure to like and subscribe for more exciting Dallas Metro Podcasts!