Well, giddy-up, folks! We've got some good news to holler about. The Church Planter Podcast just trotted past the 500-episode marker! Now, that's a mighty fine milestone in the realm of planting and growing churches. Let's saddle up and take a ride through the trail of memories and hard-earned wisdom that's shaped these 500 episodesHowdy, friends! The Church Planter Podcast was born out of a fire in our bellies, a burning desire to share insights, stories, and practical tips with y'all passionate about sprouting and nurturing churches. Pete Mitchell and I set out on this here journey to equip and inspire church planters in their quest to build faith-filled communities.

As we ride into the sunset beyond this 500th episode, we're fixin' to keep this wagon rollin'. The church planting landscape keeps changin', and we'll be right there in the saddle, rustlin' up fresh perspectives and insights for all you trailblazers.

Partner, the 500th episode of the Church Planter Podcast is a cause for celebratin'. It's a nod to the blood, sweat, and tears poured into makin' this here show a beacon of hope for the church planting posse. We're raisin' a glass to the next 500 episodes and all the lives they'll touch on this grand adventure. Here's a hearty "Yeehaw!" to my co-host, Pete Mitchell, and everyone who's helped wrangle this herd of wisdom and inspiration. Ride on, y'all!

I walked in with no expectations. I was hurt and in need of something. I knew I did not need a production, or a sermon series, or an enthusiastic greeter. I needed to hear the Word. I needed the breath of life that God bestowed upon the dust of the ground. I needed to be