We’re back in the studio this week after being out of the country, and there’s a lot to catch up on.We talk through the return from Uganda, some reflections from the trip, and what stood out most coming back. Along the way, we hit everything from MLB Opening Day to Palm Sunday, plus a few moments from church life—including Brandon getting bumped from preaching.In our Sunday Rewind, we look back at the heart behind this past weekend, especially the compassion focus and what it means to respond. We also revisit some of the thoughts that didn’t make it into the message and process what’s still sticking with us heading into the week.We wrap things up by looking ahead to Good Friday and Easter, and of course, some lighter moments with a debate on ballpark food.A little bit of everything in this one—meaningful, reflective, and just enough chaos to keep it interesting.

This week we’re joined by Pastor Leah!

She shares her story, how she ended up in ministry, and what life actually looks like behind the scenes — from the most meaningful parts to the challenges people don’t always see. We also get into how she and Pastor Rob met, what ministry has really taught her.

We also rewind Sunday, talk through the heart behind the message, and reflect on how easy it is to miss everyday opportunities to actually live out the love of Christ right in front of us.And then… things take a turn.

We wrap it up with a draft of the best talkback phrases during preaching — the ones you hear every Sunday and maybe say without even thinking.

This week we put Mike in the hot seat.Mike is our Creative Leader at Amplify, and if you’ve ever wondered what actually happens behind the scenes on a Sunday morning — this episode is for you.We talk about Mike’s story of faith, how he ended up on staff, what a typical week in church production looks like, and the creative process behind planning services.We also get into some church production confessions:How loud is too loud on a Sunday?Why do churches use fog machines?What are the most common complaints production teams hear?Plus we ask Mike if he ever actually gets mad (spoiler: he might be the calmest man alive).

This week on the podcast, things are moving fast—literally! Brandon’s packing up for a weekend getaway back to DC, the team is gearing up to head out for Love is Red, and we’re even giving you a sneak peek at the Uganda trip where preaching is on the itinerary

Plus, some lighter fare: our favorite TV shows and the hilarious nicknames people are calling us on Sundays.

This week we’re talking congregational psychology… and the art of surviving when you forget someone’s name.We recap a freezing trip to Washington DC — memorial walks, the Museum of the Bible, the Dead Sea Scrolls, NASA HQ (yes, we saw a piece of the moon… and yes, we asked the question).Sunday Rewind gets real with Brandon’s message, a slightly confusing ending flow, band cue moments, and the psychology of how a congregation actually responds in the room. Also: Brandon vs. squirrels? ...Plus — Easter is coming. Grab a sign this Sunday!Insightful. Practical. Mildly unhinged.

We discuss an upcoming global leadership event we’re hosting as a site this August, reflect on a visit to Washington DC and the Museum of the Bible, and honor Jeff Leake’s leadership legacy.

We also unpack topical vs. verse-by-verse preaching, referencing Isaiah 30 and Jonah, talk Easter promotion, and wrap it up with a fun “Favorite Preacher Draft.”

This week, we dive into a very real case of producer voter fraud (were the polls rigged?, Did Ian Influence Votes??!), breakfast refusals, and what it all teaches us about leadership, influence, and integrity. Along the way we honor Pastor Jeff Leake, recap the Super Bowl, and revisit the Olympics.We also unpack key church conversations including our recent financial town hall, what it looks like when kids take over service, and how to address issues like ICE and racism with truth and grace. There’s a little theology with Jonah, a whole lot of laughs with “Brandon vs. the wheel,” and a pastor favorite: the Favorite Preacher Draft.

Pastor Brandon is joined by Pastor Rob for an episode full of banter, debates, and real ministry conversations. They kick things off with winter Olympics fallout (curling vs hockey still hurts), a social media vote experiment that went completely off the rails, and the shocking revelation that the people love Producer Ian… even when he didn’t participate