Best Pastor Josh Andrews Podcasts (2025)

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How Insecurity Hides in Pastors (7 Red Flags + Biblical Fixes) 25:19

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In this episode of Conversations with Josh Andrew, I talk candidly about pride in ministry—and how it often hides as insecurity. You can be anointed and still crave affirmation. You can preach humility and still perform for worth. I walk through 7 red flags that expose pride in church leadership and share biblical, practical ways to return to humil…

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Greater Things | How to Job and Batter Job Your Life Pt.2 | Keith Craft 1:21:48

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God has greater things prepared for your life—but those greater things require a greater you. In this powerful message, Pastor Keith Craft teaches how to “Job your life” by aligning your thoughts, actions, and decisions with God’s plan.By Elevate Life Church

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Rebellious Healing: Using Yoga and Breathwork to Heal from Purity Culture 1:37:11

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Andrew and Laura hang out with yoga therapist and somatic practitioner Kim June Johnson for a really grounding and honest conversation about what it actually looks like to heal purity culture wounds through Eastern practices. Kim shares her story of leaving evangelicalism, discovering yoga and breathwork, and slowly learning to trust her body again…

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The Lamp, the Life, and the Delight of God’s Word | Psalm 119 | Pastoral Intern John Griffiths 35:46

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Miracle Sunday 2.0 | Greater Things | The Craft Family 14:13

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By Elevate Life Church

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The Gift of Rest (feat. Diana Likens) 42:42

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In this episode of Anchored by the Word, Pastor Justin and his wife, Diana, discuss the biblical meaning and modern relevance of the Sabbath. They begin with lighthearted talk about the holidays and the struggle to find rest in a busy world, before turning to Scripture to explain how the Sabbath was designed as a gift, not a burden. They unpack how…

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Finding Hope Through Anxiety: A Conversation with Cody Deese 47:26

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In this episode, Pastor Brad interviews Cody Deese, a pastor from Georgia and author of Discovering Your Internal Universe. Cody opens up about his lifelong struggle with anxiety, which began in childhood. At 40 years old, he received his first diagnosis of panic disorder — the moment that marked the beginning of a deep and challenging journey towa…

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Purity Culture in the Catholic Church 1:31:37

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Andrew and Laura welcome trauma professional and theologian Willow Sipling for an unflinching look at purity culture within the Catholic Church and beyond. Together they dig into how teachings on chastity, celibacy, and confession shape shame, control, and sexuality, especially for LGBTQ+ people navigating doctrines that label desire as “disordered…

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From the Heart: Petition & Praise | Psalm 86 | Pastor Josh Creason 35:23

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What the Bible Actually Says About Women in Leadership 20:12

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In this episode of Conversations with Josh Andrew, we confront one of the most misunderstood debates in the modern church: Can women lead, preach, and pastor? Josh walks through Scripture from Genesis to Revelation to show that God’s design was never about hierarchy — it was about partnership. From Deborah’s courage to Mary’s proclamation, God has …

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Greater Things | Miracle Sunday | Pastor Clay Jones & Whitney Craft Jones 36:26

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In this powerful message, Pastors Clay and Whitney Jones share their personal miracle story — a journey through heartbreak, loss, and restoration that will strengthen your faith and remind you that nothing is impossible with God.By Elevate Life Church

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Disagreeing Without Division (feat. Josh Davis) 39:51

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In this week’s episode of Anchored by the Word, Pastor Justin is joined by Westlake’s elder-in-training and the podcast's technical producer, Josh Davis, for a lively and heartfelt conversation about unity, grace, and truth in the Christian life. The two kick things off with some lighthearted banter about the fast-approaching holiday season, favori…

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Patriarchy and Purity Culture 1:35:56

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Andrew and Laura sit down with Dr. Bethany Peake, a trauma-informed counselor and spiritual director at the Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery, for a raw, thoughtful, and surprisingly hopeful conversation about what happens when patriarchy shapes your idea of God. They dig into how purity culture, control, and the “male gaze of the divine” m…

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From the Heart: Better Than | Psalm 84 | Pastor Dean Faulkner 37:34

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Why Pastors Need to Stop Trying to Be Influencers 18:08

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In this episode of Conversations with Josh Andrew, I talk about one of the greatest tensions in modern ministry — the pull between calling and clout. Too many pastors are chasing platforms when God called us to carry a cross. I’ve spent years in the creative and marketing world, and I’ve seen how easy it is to mistake followers for fruit and engage…

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Escaping the Trap of Unprocessed Pain 36:21

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This week, Pastor Brad sits down with his long-time friend, Jimmy George, the Executive Director of Fresh Start Omaha! For years, Jimmy served as a pastor at Relevant Church, and now he is dedicated to seeing people set free from the debilitating effects of offense, hurt, and loss. In this powerful conversation, Jimmy explains the dangerous, subtle…

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Healing from the Inside Out: Trauma, Faith, and the Power of IFS 33:12

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Do you feel like a part of you is stuck in the past, carrying wounds you can't seem to shake? In this profoundly important episode, Pastor Brad welcomes Dr. Audrey Davidheiser—a leading expert who is helping people find deep soul healing. Dr. Davidheiser, a licensed psychologist in California and certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist (P…

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Semper Reformata: The Five Solas Today (feat. Andrew Likens) 40:14

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In this Reformation Week episode of Anchored by the Word, Pastor Justin sits down with guest speaker (and his oldest son) Andrew Likens to explore the history and heart behind the Protestant Reformation. Together, they look beyond the costumes and candy to reflect on what Martin Luther’s 95 Theses truly represented—a call to return to the authority…

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Greater Things | The Price of Greatness | Keela Craft Ambrose 47:37

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Before God promotes you, He prunes you. Before He multiplies you, He presses you. And before He pours you out, He matures you. In this powerful message, Pastor Keela Craft Ambrose shares how to embrace God’s process of pruning, pressing, and waiting—so you can become everything He designed you to be.…

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Greater Things | Courage For The Faith | Andrew Sedra 52:23

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t’s time for believers to rise up with courage and conviction. In this bold message, guest speaker Andrew Sedra challenges the church to live with unshakable faith and stand for biblical truth in a culture that often opposes it.By Elevate Life Church

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Greater Things | How to Job and Better Job Your Life For Greater | Keith Craft 34:20

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We all want greater things — but God doesn’t just want to give you greater blessings. He wants to help you become a greater person.By Elevate Life Church

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Purity Culture and Intimate Partner Violence 1:14:34

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Andrew flips the script and interviews his co-host, Dr. Laura Anderson, for a raw and honest conversation about growing up in purity culture, how it shaped her relationships and self-worth, and what it took to heal after surviving domestic violence. They talk about the messy mix of high-control religion, gender roles, shame, and the long (and somet…

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From the Heart: Finding Goodness Beyond the Wicked | Psalm 73 | Pastor Dean Faulkner 40:03

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The #1 Ingredient Every Pastor Needs to Lead Well 20:47

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In this episode of Conversations with Josh Andrew, I tackle one of the biggest problems in modern ministry—the loss of relational leadership. Somewhere along the way, church leadership became about polish, platforms, and production—and we forgot that Jesus led through presence, not distance. I unpack eight principles of relational leadership that e…

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Teach Us to Pray (feat. Diana Likens) 41:25

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In this episode of Anchored by the Word, Pastor Justin and Diana dive deep into the topic of prayer—what it is, why it matters, and how it shapes our relationship with God. They begin by defining prayer as more than a list of requests—it’s a two-way conversation with our Heavenly Father meant to align our hearts with His will. Through Scripture and…

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Purity Culture to Domestic Violence Pipeline 1:18:13

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Hosts Laura Anderson and Andrew Kerbs sit down with trauma-informed coach and therapist Terri Allred from the Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery to unpack how purity culture fuels domestic violence, particularly during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Terri draws on decades of experience supporting survivors of sexual and spiritual abuse t…

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From the Heart: Waiting in Peace | Psalm 62 | Pastor Josh Creason 33:43

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8 Leadership Red Flags You Can’t Ignore 14:01

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In this episode of Conversations, I break down eight leadership red flags that every leader needs to recognize—both in themselves and in those they follow. These red flags often start small but can quietly destroy trust, culture, and credibility. From valuing loyalty over honesty to blaming down instead of owning up, I’ll unpack the habits that sig…

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H.E.A.R. & Do (feat. Diana Likens) 36:10

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In this episode, Pastor Justin and Diana Likens give an unpaid endorsement of the Foundations 260 (F-260) Bible Reading Plan from Replicate Ministries, which you can learn more about and download here. In this episode of Anchored by the Word, Pastor Justin Likens and Diana continue their discussion on discipleship, focusing on the “teaching” aspect…

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Greater Things | Keith Craft 35:46

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We all want greater things — but God doesn’t just want to give you greater blessings. He wants to help you become a greater person.By Elevate Life Church

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Finding Hope Through Bipolar Disorder – Interview with Ruby Lucas 35:56

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In this episode, Pastor Brad interviews Ruby Lucas, author and mental health advocate. Ruby was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of 19, but her struggles with anxiety began much earlier in childhood. Her teenage years were marked by depression, sadness, and panic attacks. While studying abroad, Ruby experienced her first manic episode, wh…

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A Thousand Tiny Papercuts: Purity Culture and Spiritual Abuse 1:24:57

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This week, Andrew and Laura welcome the brilliant and hilarious Katherine Spearing—author, practitioner, and founder of Tears of Eden—to talk about everyone’s favorite church obsession: purity culture. You know, that special brand of shame that told you your worth was tied to your virginity and your shoulders were a stumbling block. Katherine unpac…

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From the Heart: Praying a Makeover of the Heart | Psalm 51 | Pastor Dean Faulkner 41:21

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Why Your Team is Failing and How to Fix It 18:55

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In this episode of Conversations, I unpack why your team might be failing—and how to fix it. Whether you lead at church, at work, or at home, team health doesn’t just happen by accident. I’ll walk you through the eight most common reasons teams fail—from confusing clarity with communication to stopping leader development—and share practical ways to…

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The Myth of Discipleship (feat. Diana Likens) 38:20

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In this week’s episode of Anchored by the Word, Pastor Justin and his wife Diana dive into one of the most important commands Jesus gave His followers: making disciples. They reflect on their own upbringings in the church and how, despite being active Christians, they rarely heard about true discipleship beyond simply “reading your Bible and prayin…

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Choose Your Hard | Choose Your Path | Josh Craft 57:35

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By Elevate Life Church

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Choose You Hard Pt. 2 | Keith Craft 1:09:55

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By Elevate Life Church

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Chewed Up Bubblegum - Welcome to Season 3 of Sunday School Dropouts! 1:09:54

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By Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery

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Jesus Our Provider | John 6:1-15 | Jim Hahn 24:00

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How Leaders Handle Confrontation the Right Way 15:05

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Confrontation is one of the hardest parts of leadership—but it’s also one of the most necessary. In this episode of Conversations, I share why confrontation isn’t about conflict, it’s about clarity. When handled with courage and love, confrontation can actually strengthen your team and build a healthier church culture. I’ll walk you through three p…

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New Heart, New Life (feat. Diana Likens) 34:20

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In this episode of Anchored by the Word, Pastor Justin is joined by his wife, Diana Likens for an engaging and a deeply biblical discussion about the human heart and the necessity of spiritual transformation. They challenge the common belief that people are fundamentally good, asserting that the Bible teaches humanity is born with a nature "dead in…

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From the Heart | Psalm 40 | Pastor Dean Faulkner 39:49

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How to Build Leaders in Your Church 24:10

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Leadership isn’t discovered—it’s developed. In this episode of Conversations, we break down the process of building leaders in the church through faithfulness, availability, and teachability. You’ll learn why releasing leaders is the key to retaining them, how to cultivate the right “soil” for growth, and the practical steps for serving, building, …

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When Evil Strikes 23:23

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In this week’s episode of Anchored by the Word, we confront the troubling acts of violence and moral decline in our nation, exploring how Christians are called to respond with truth, love, and faith. We discuss why these issues are ultimately spiritual, not just human, and emphasize the central role of the gospel in addressing sin and evil. We also…

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From the Heart: Magnify the Deliverer | Psalm 34 | Pastor Dean Faulkner 38:59

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Why the Church Needs Leaders, Not Influencers 15:32

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Welcome to Conversations—a podcast where I share real talks about faith, leadership, and life in the church. As a Gen Z pastor, I’ve walked through the tension between influence and leadership, and I believe the Church is called to raise up leaders who leave a legacy, not just influencers who chase followers. Each episode, I dig into topics like: T…