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In this episode of 2 Pastors Unplugged, Pastor Rick Probst sits down with Dr. James Merritt, senior pastor of Cross Pointe Church in Duluth, Georgia. Dr. Merritt opens up about nearly 50 years of marriage, the importance of a supportive spouse, and the lessons he’s learned about faith, leadership, …

Ep 31 | Dr. Mark Jordan of Hope Church
In this episode of Two Pastors Unplugged, host Rick Probst sits down with Dr. Mark Jordan, Senior Pastor at Hope Church in Dallas, Georgia, for a candid conversation about real-life ministry in a season of revival. Dr. Jordan opens up about navigating burnout, battling isolation—especially for pas…

Ep 30 | Kevin Pounds
Rick Probst of 2 Pastors Unplugged, this podcast sits down with Kevin Pounds, Executive Director of The Bridge Communities, to explore how hope is being rebuilt for Cobb County families in crisis. Across every Cobb zip code, hard-working families are living in motels, couch surfing, or sleeping in…

Ep 29 | Pastor Christian Norman, First Baptist Church in Woodstock, Georgia
What does it take to launch a new church location with purpose, passion, and a laser-sharp focus on discipleship? Rick sits down with Pastor Christina Norman, Associate Pastor of First Baptist Church Woodstock and the current Location Pastor for Roswell Street Baptist Church. She shares her heart f…

Ep 28 | Rick Probst and Producer Ezra Ortiz
Ever wonder what’s really on the mind of a radio talk show host, podcaster, and longtime pastor? In this revealing episode, Ezra sits down with Rick Probst, a man whose voice has been a familiar one to listeners for decades. With over 40 years in radio and 36 years of pastoral ministry, Rick opens …

Ep 27 | Phil Manginelli on addressing secularism with the truth of the Gospel
What does it really mean to follow Jesus in a culture that often denies truth? In this episode of 2 Pastors Unplugged, host Rick Probst sits down with Phil Manginelli, pastor of The Square Church and author of You Are Not Alone: A Guide To Following Jesus In A Secular Age. Together they unpack the …

Ep 26 | Brian Boyles on faithfully shepherding your church with tenderness
How do pastors faithfully shepherd their flock while meeting the unique needs of their local church? In this episode of 2 Pastors Unplugged, host Rick Probst sits down with Brian Boyles, senior pastor of Church on Main, to discuss the art of tailoring ministry methodology without compromising bibli…

Ep 25 | Sam Collier on redemption and restoration for leaders in ministry
What happens when your world falls apart, and you think your calling is over? In this episode of 2 Pastors Unplugged, Rick Probst sits down with pastor and author Sam Collier to share his powerful story of redemption. From the unraveling of Hillsong Church to the heartbreak of divorce, Sam believed…

Ep 24 | Dr. C.L. Jordan on raising up and training the next generation of ministers
What happens when a legacy of faith and education shapes the future of leaders? On this episode of 2 Pastors Unplugged, host Rick Probst sits down with Dr. C.L. Jordan, president of Carver College in Atlanta and senior pastor of Iconium Baptist Church. Together, they dive into the inspiring history…

Ep 23 | Luke Troyanek on discipling and raising up student leaders
How can small group leaders be equipped to truly change the lives of the next generation? In this episode of 2 Pastors Unplugged, host Rick Probst sits down with Luke Troyanek, student pastor at ONE Church, to talk about his inspiring journey into missions through overseas, hands-on experiences. Lu…