The Pillar Network
This is the official podcast of the Pillar Church Planting Network. This podcast will typically be hosted by Nate Akin, with content provided by other Pillar staff, board members, and network pastors. In this podcast, we will discuss Pillar’s mission, history, DNA, doctrine, information pertinent to pastors, and more.
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Episodes

Apr 15, 2026
Apr 15, 2026
54 min
Dr. Albert Mohler gives a talk on Conviction and Baptist Doctrine at the 2026 Pillar Intensive at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY.

Apr 8, 2026
Apr 8, 2026
33 min
Dave Kiehn talks with Alexis Pérez and Victor Rodriguez about the state of preaching in Latin America and the work of Prédica Fiel to train pastors. They discuss how biblical training is transforming churches, challenges in Latin American ministry, and more. Learn more about Prédica Fiel at predicafiel.org.

Apr 2, 2026
Apr 2, 2026
40 min
In this episode of the Pillar Network Podcast, Sarah Rogers sits down with Betsy Gómez, who recently joined her in serving as a Pillar Women's Ministry Coordinator, to share the story behind her life, ministry, and love for the local church.
Betsy shares how the Lord saved her as a teenager but later confronted her with a deeper understanding of the gospel that reshaped her view of womanhood, ministry, and faithfulness in the home. Sarah and Betsy talk about church planting, motherhood across different seasons, the role of women in strengthening the church, and the importance of rooting our lives in Christ rather than in our accomplishments.
Throughout the conversation, Betsy reflects on how the gospel reorders our loves, reshapes our priorities, and teaches us to flourish within the good limitations God gives us.
View the full show notes here.

Apr 1, 2026
Apr 1, 2026
31 min
Dave Kiehn talks with Drew Taylor about anxiety and pastoral ministry, including Drew’s personal experience with anxiety, shepherding those struggling with anxiety, the role of physical health, and more.

Mar 25, 2026
Mar 25, 2026
46 min
Nate Akin, Liam Garvie, and Ryan Robertson talk about missions strategies and Global Cities. In addition, they discuss the Global Cities Project, partnership among like-minded organizations, gospel infrastructure, specific major cities, and how Pillar churches/members can get involved. Learn more at globalcitiesproject.com.

Mar 18, 2026
Mar 18, 2026
41 min
Dave Kiehn talks with Brian Walker and Stephen Watson from Anchored Virtual about the issue of pornography within the church and how pastors can counsel those struggling with it. They discuss creating a culture of transparency and accountability, understanding the deeper heart issues behind pornography struggles, the need for biblical accountability, and more. Learn more at anchoredvirtual.com.

Mar 11, 2026
Mar 11, 2026
56 min
Brandon Langley talks with two worship leaders, Drew O’Neal and Ronnie Morris. They discuss theological foundations in leading musical worship, intentionality, the role of pastoral leadership, liturgy, and more.

Mar 4, 2026
Mar 4, 2026
51 min
Phil Newton leads a panel discussion on raising up elders in local churches. Panelists Rich Shadden, Tom Mercer, and Alex Daher talk through how to recognize, develop, and affirm elders. This audio is from a network-wide Zoom call from February 25, 2026.

Feb 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
41 min
Dave Kiehn talks with Aaron Swain, Andy Winn, and Adam Darnell about leading from the second chair in pastoral ministry. They discuss the functions and responsibilities of associate and executive pastors, supporting the lead pastor, healthy team dynamics, and more.

Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
27 min
Dave Kiehn interviews Brandon Freeman about the process of planting Heritage Baptist Church. They discuss co-vocational ministry, the role of Pillar in helping plant, the church's growth and impact so far, and more.


