Practical conversations for small and midsize church leaders.
Hosted by Dale Sellers, Executive Director of 95Network and former small church pastor, the 95Podcast addresses the real challenges pastors face every week—from church health, leadership clarity, to the everyday realities of leading without large staff or large budgets. These are straightforward conversations rooted in experience, not theory.
New episodes release every Tuesday wherever you listen to podcasts or delivered straight to your inbox.
Rusty joins Dale on today’s podcast to discuss how he came face to face with some deep seated issues, hurts and trauma that could no longer be avoided. He transparently walks us through his path to healing as he has sought the much needed help he was looking for.
The Lord has been so faithful in Davey’s life as he discovered a level of grace and comfort that most people never know.
There is tremendous freedom to pursue what you are best at when you give away all of the other ministry aspects that aren’t necessarily in your wheelhouse.
This podcast is sure to challenge even the most resistant skeptic on how important it is to make the shift to adding a robust digital focus to your ministry in order to reach new people. Jesse’s passion to support pastors comes through loud and clear as he shares his heart for developing impactful digital ministry.
Josh has seen a consistent amount of new inquiries along with first time guests at his church as he has implemented the principles he learned.
Maybe it’s time for you to get a “blank canvas” and begin to dream again. One of the blessings of this difficult season is the opportunity to start over again.
Church at the Gates has benefitted greatly from hosting two strategic planning retreats over that last 5 years. It really galvanizes them leadership team by getting everyone on the same page.
Serving in a small church does not mean there’s something wrong with you. Jesus has always worked through His small churches.
Today’s podcast may help reveal things in your life that are still affecting your leadership today.
Jesus talked about money a lot. It’s time for us to do so too. Every leader needs to do a deep dive into their own soul to discover why they have a fear of approaching this important topic.
Our job as leaders is to help those we lead experience the best life they can. Sometimes doing so even means releasing them to do the next thing no matter how hard it is to let them go.
Healthy pastors lead healthy churches, and healthy churches change the world. That’s why they’ve gathered a national network of providers who are passionate about helping pastors and their families stay on the road to mental, spiritual, and financial well-being.
Self-awareness protects leaders from self-deception. Honest feedback is a guardrail for character and culture.
Build discipleship around practice, not just information. People grow through doing, feedback, and repetition in relationships.
In this episode, Dale Sellers & Joseph Bennett interview trauma counselor Bridget Trammell about trauma, triggers, religious abuse, purity culture, and practical steps pastors can take to heal and lead healthier churches.
We usually have it backwards. . . Most of us rest from work. However, God’s desire for us is that we work from rest.
Fault leads to shame; responsibility leads to freedom. Responsibility shows you what you can actually change and release what you cannot control.
Discernment stays human. AI can help refine communication, brainstorm, or summarize—but leaders must verify and own what’s shared.
Connection starts with God first. If leaders are not connected to God, they will not lead people into meaningful connection.
Kids ministry deserves top-tier support. If the mission includes evangelism and disciple-making, the next generation should be resourced accordingly.
Most pastors aren’t refusing rest—they’re trapped by systems. Without a plan (and a bench), even a short break can feel impossible.
Preparation beats panic. Healthy leaders build a plan before the crisis—then execute calmly when disruption hits.
Equipping can’t be reduced to a weekly performance; it requires presence, relationship, modeling, and shared life.
