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Advancing the Cause

IFCA International

Advancing the Cause is the podcast of IFCA International (www.ifca.org). Hosted by Executive Director Richard Bargas, Advancing the Cause features discussions with pastors, theologians, and ministry leaders. This podcast is a platform for exploring and deepening the understanding of the historic Christian faith. Each episode presents enriching biblical insights, testimonies, and relevant discussions on Christian living, ministry, and doctrine. Covering a wide array of topics, Advancing the Cause offers guidance on practical challenges Christians face and engaging with the world through a Christ-centered lens. The podcast also explores the significance of community involvement, missions, apologetics, ecclesiology, practical pastoral ministry, and service. It aims to equip listeners to be faithful proclaimers of God’s Word in their churches and beyond.

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  1. Exhort and Refute: The Elder’s Call to Guard the Church’s Beliefs 1:03:11
  2. Beans, Rice, and the Grace of God: Recovering Biblical Hospitality 1:06:05
  3. Who Shepherds the Pastor? – Part 3: Five Practical Ways Pastors Can Be Shepherded 41:16
  4. Who Shepherds the Pastor? Part 2 50:22
  5. Who Shepherds the Pastor? Part 1 46:48
  6. Rejoice Anyway 41:38
  7. When the Stones Cry Out: Archaeology and the Reliability of Scripture 43:32
  8. Cast Your Cares Upon Him: A Biblical Perspective on Anxiety and Worry 1:16:06
  9. Enduring Truth in a Shifting Church 1:11:26
  10. Ministering in a Porn-Soaked World: Shepherding Hearts Toward Purity 1:10:52
  11. When Gifted Leaders Fall: Why Character Matters More Than Competence 1:36:39
  12. Not Every Change Is Progress: Shepherding the Church with Discernment 1:03:21
  13. Starting Strong Is Easy—Finishing Well Takes Wisdom 54:18
  14. Who Has Your Back? Associations in a Fragmented Church World 41:20
  15. When Faithfulness Feels Invisible 1:03:28
  16. Proclaiming, Equipping, and Defending the Truth 40:28
  17. Balance in Ministry: People, Projects, Paperwork, and the Pulpit 1:03:06
  18. Filling the Pipeline: How Churches and Seminaries Raise the Next Generation of Pastors 1:02:10
  19. Shepherding Marriage: Building Strong Homes in the Local Church 1:03:14
  20. Passing the Baton: A Father-Son Pastoral Transition 1:00:05
  21. Wielding Divine Authority: Leading Like Christ in a Culture of Power Struggles 1:05:52
  22. 5 Powerful Ways Your Church Can Support Chaplains & Military Families 32:11
  23. Beware the Wolves: How to Spot and Stop False Teachers in the Church 1:05:32
  24. The Church Boiler Room: Powering the Mission Through Prayer 51:33
  25. "Say It Plainly: The Power of Clarity in Preaching" 24:16
  26. Steeplejacking: When Churches Face Hostile Takeovers 1:03:31
  27. Can I Be a Professional at Work and a Faithful Christian? 1:00:04
  28. The Bible Is Still Sufficient, Part 2 51:31
  29. The Bible Is Still Sufficient, Part 1 54:11
  30. Legacy of Faith: A Father & Son’s Journey Through Generations 1:01:28
  31. Is Your Ministry Adrift or On Target? 45:13
  32. Church SOS, part 4: How to Get and Keep Visitors 56:14
  33. Church SOS, Part 3: The Benefits of Examining Your Church's Facilities and Programs Through the Eyes of a First-Time Visitors 43:03
  34. Church SOS, Part 2: How to Steer Your Church Back on Course 48:05
  35. Church SOS: How to Steer Your Church Back on Course 51:08
  36. What Fuels the Fires of Antisemitism? 49:09
  37. How Can I Make My Bible Teaching More Interesting? - Dr. Richard Bargas 1:00:01
  38. Preaching the Old Testament like a Dispensationalist- Bonus episode 26:45
  39. Preaching the Old Testament like a Dispensationalist, part 2 42:57
  40. Preaching the Old Testament like a Dispensationalist, part 1 53:33
  41. IFCA: It’s Not Just for Men! -Wendy Bargas 51:32
  42. Common Ground in the Good Fight -Dr. Joel Tetreau 1:01:03
  43. Serving the Lord Together as a Couple- Dr. Richard Bargas 38:12
  44. Guiding Our Adult Children Through Difficult Times - Dr. Richard Bargas 1:05:27
  45. Guiding Our Children While In Pastoral Ministry- Dr. Richard Bargas 1:05:11
  46. The Need for the Shepherd to Step into Controversy for the Sake of the Sheep - Jesse Randolph 58:02
  47. Guarding our Marriage in Pastoral Ministry- Dr. Richard Bargas 52:25
  48. Refusing to Let “Biblicism" Become a Bad Word- Dr. Richard Bargas 47:27
  49. Speaking the Truth with Humility - Dr. Gary Gilley 51:24
  50. Getting Familiar with the Fathers - Dr. William Varner 39:20