Best Dan Baetz Podcasts (2026)

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Should I Stay or Should I Go? 18:28

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Send us a text This question was not first asked by the British band "The Clash" in their 1982 hit song, but one hundred years earlier by a 20 year old Hudson Taylor. He was wrestling with what God's will was. This episode looks at a challenging part of the Lord's Prayer, "not my will by Yours be done", and practical steps for understanding it toda…

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In the Spirit of Caleb: When the Fire Still Burns 29:13

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Send us a text “Caleb of Old” is the epitome of faith in God and “boots on the ground” to participate in God's miracles. In this reprise and inspiring episode of season 1, we interview two modern day "Calebs" and hear the role of prayer in overcoming their personal mountains. You will be encouraged as you hear the passion for God that still burns f…

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Divine Design in an Age of AI: What Christmas Teaches Us About Prayer and Providence 27:55

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Send us a text This episode compares the developing field of A.I. with the divinely orchestrated circumstances surrounding the birth of Christ. We focus on how both the sovereignty of God and personal prayer were pivotal to the Greatest Story ever told, and then glean some take home lessons for this Advent season – and beyond. Support the show…

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When Prayer Grows Up: From 'Gimme' to God's Glory 13:44

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Send us a text This episode chronicles how God orchestrates a growing spiritual maturity, radically changing how one prays. Content Warning: This episode is not recommended for those wishing to stay spiritually shallow. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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How a Young Entrepreneur Found Power in Prayer 23:34

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Send us a text This episode chronicles the personal and prayer journey of a young, artistic and entrepreneurial young woman. You will be inspired to hear the courageous and modest example of out guest, Sally Han. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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She Would Not Take ‘No’ for an Answer. 41:30

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Send us a text This episode explores Jesus’ rather strange reluctance to heal a young girl, and her mother’s dogged persistence. We interview Pastor Scott Whitford from Alberta, Canada, who gives us deeper insights into this story from the Bible. Lessons from this episode give inspiration and build faith for everyone who is facing a daunting challe…

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When God Gets Angry 16:22

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Send us a text What is the connection between prayer and what exasperates the Lord? This uncomfortable episode chronicles Scriptural examples of God’s indignation and application to prayer and intercession for every listener. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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The Hardest Biblical Command 22:48

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Send us a text In this episode, Dan introduces the intriguing “Matthew Henry Challenge” and challenges us to try it for three days! Strategies for avoiding ‘Thanksgiving Guilt’ are presented, and Dan’s ‘hardest biblical command’ to follow is divulged. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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Prioritizing Personal and Ministry Prayer Life 24:35

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Send us a text Beloved Pastor Emeritus Ken Roth very transparently describes his personal passion - and pastoral development in prayer. Filled with practical insights, this instructive podcast will inspire every Christian leader. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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The Ignored Prayer Tool 28:14

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Send us a text Although practiced by Jesus and the Early Church, this prayer practice is largely ignored in the West. Join Dan and his guest Dan MacKinnon as they unpack this potent, but purposely avoided prayer tool. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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The Forgotten Prayer Tool 18:28

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Send us a text With a long history of misuse, this rarely used tool collects dust in the bottom of the prayer toolbox. This episode examens this most powerful and neglected teaching of Jesus that can ‘move mountains’, while acknowledging the interpretive pitfalls. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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Priority of Personal and Ministry Prayer 27:10

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Send us a text How does one juggle competing personal and ministry demands with the call to pray? In this episode we hear a veteran pastor and Christian leader's journey in learning to prioritizing prayer as the centre of it all. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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When God's Word Becomes Your Prayer 27:10

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Send us a text This episode features an interview of Dan MacKinnon, where he describes how the Bible has provided both substance and inspiration for his personal and ministry prayer life. A motivational and correctional podcast! Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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From Spiritual Seeker to Intercessor Extraordinaire 23:47

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Send us a text This episode tracks the spiritual and prayer pilgrimage of Francine Boltin. From her first halting steps to now as a sought after intercessor, this podcast is loaded with insights for prayer beginners and mentors alike. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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From Doubter to Disciple 33:57

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Send us a text In this episode, we interview a former atheist, Colleen Jantzen, on the role of intercessory prayer in her coming to faith as a young adult. She chronicles the growth in her prayer life through tests and trials, and how prayer impacts her present ministry. Inspiring and motivating! Support the show…

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Putting It All Together 13:44

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Send us a text What is the purpose of passing various spiritual tests that come our way? In the light of Pentecost Sunday, this episode looks at the higher purpose of successfully navigating tests and how it should impact and prepare us for increasingly prayer effectiveness. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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Passing the Faith Test 27:37

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Send us a text This episode delves into the role and power of prayer in successfully passing tests of faith. We interview two veteran leaders about their uniquely similar experiences on both personal and broader ministry levels. Inspirational and challenging! Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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Wrestling with God 31:08

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Send us a text One of the most unusual descriptions in the Bible is when Jacob ‘wrestles’ with God. As we grow in our understanding with prayer, wrestling with God becomes not only a metaphor but a reality as we can battle ourselves, dark spiritual forces, and tenaciously learn to pray with persistence - to see God’s kingdom come on earth as it is …

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The Faith Test 31:46

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Send us a text For many, the thought of preparing for and going through ‘tests’ from school is enough to cause anxiety and for our blood pressure to rise. Throughout Scripture we see that God tests his children, not the academic type but mostly character ones. One of these is the ‘faith test’ and is the subject of our podcast today. We once again c…

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Prayer, Obedience and the Path to Growth 25:40

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered if you ‘passed the test’ with God? In today’s episode we look at how as we desire to pray more, we often go through challenges that test our seriousness and dedication. We build on the work of Robert Clinton from his book “The Making of a Leader” and apply tests of obedience and integrity as it relates to praye…

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Do Our Prayers Matter? 11:52

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Send us a text Did you ever wonder if our prayers matter? This fourth episode in the “How Prayer Works Podcast is to help us who think in terms of the ‘big picture’ to help us to situate our prayers in the bigger scheme of things in God’s world. We look at how answered prayer usually lies at the intersection of God’s sovereignty, His timing and our…

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Intercession: More Than Wishful Thinking 14:50

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Send us a text The third episode of the "How Prayer Works" podcast will delve into the questions: what is prayer and look at what both ancient and more modern folks define it as? Additionally, we ask the question: Why bother with prayer anyway? Why bother with intercession? Shouldn’t we let go and just accept our fate? We will look at of all people…

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"Unwrap Those Grave Clothes!” 30:19

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Send us a text In this foundational episode, the ongoing prayer and ministry applications of Jesus’ raising Lazarus from the dead are discussed with guest contributor Dan MacKinnon. Support the showBy Dan Baetz

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Discovering God's Riches Through Prayer 9:06

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Send us a text The “How Prayer Works” podcast with Dan Baetz. We hear the incredible story of Mel Fisher and how he never gave up until he cashed in, big time, and how that serves as a metaphor of the riches we discover of the kingdom of God we pray. Here’s a taste of what else: The narrow prayer focus of the podcast and why Introducing the various…