Relevant Resources: Shepherding Renewal with Matt Capps and Steven Wade - EP246

Relevant Resources: Shepherding Renewal with Matt Capps and Steven Wade - EP246

From Pastor Matters by Southeastern Seminary

July 12, 2026 · 34 min · Episode 246

About this episode

Matt Capps and Steven Wade discuss their book on church revitalization and share insights for pastors.

In this episode of Pastor Matters, we are joined by Matt Capps and Steven Wade to discuss their new book Shepherding Renewal: A Guide to Church Revitalization. They share their personal experiences of church revitalization that motivated them to write this book, insights into how to approach church revitalization as a pastor, and encouragement for all pastors as they shepherd their sheep. They emphasize that revitalization is not a quick fix but a patient journey that prioritizes love for people and submission to God’s Word over preferences or programs. We hope this episode is encouraging to you today! Resources from today's episode: Shepherding Renewal: A Guide to Church Revitalization Let us know how this episode encouraged you or share any feedback you have by emailing us at pastorscenter@sebts.edu. Pastor Matters is produced by Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Find out how Southeastern can equip you to GO by visiting sebts.edu.

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Host: Pastor Matters

Guests: Matt Capps, Steven Wade

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Organizations: Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

Books & works: Shepherding Renewal: A Guide to Church Revitalization

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