Bible Teaching, Ministry Friendships, and the Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness with Trillia Newbell

Bible Teaching, Ministry Friendships, and the Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness with Trillia Newbell

Author: Mike Neglia February 11, 2025 Duration: 48:12

In this episode of theExpositors Collective Podcast,Mike Neglia speaks withTrillia Newbell—Bible teacher, author, andAcquisitions and Editorial Director at Moody Publishers—about her journey inteaching the Bible, overcoming self-consciousness in ministry, and the importance of friendship for pastors and Bible teachers.

Trillia sharesher early experiences of teaching, how she’s grown in confidence, and the ways thatTim Keller’sThe Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness helped her shift her focus from herself toserving others with joy. She and Mike also explorefriendship in ministry, discussing whetherpastors can have friends within their congregation, how tonavigate pastoral loneliness, and whyaccountability and support outside the pulpit are essential.

Additionally, Trillia shares insights from herchildren’s book,Jesus and the Gift of Friendship, explaining why she believes thatfriendship is a foundational part of the Christian life—one that kids (and adults) need to learn about from a gospel perspective.

This episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement forpastors, Bible teachers, and anyone seeking to grow in their personal faith, relationships, and confidence in teaching God’s Word.


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📝 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Trillia’sfirst time teaching the Bible—and how she’s grown since then
✔️ Gaining confidence as a Bible teacher and learning toserve rather than stress
✔️ HowTim Keller’sThe Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness changed Trillia’s approach to ministry
✔️Can pastors have close friends within their congregation?
✔️ Whyministry can be lonely—and how pastors can cultivate real friendships
✔️The inspiration behindJesus and the Gift of Friendship and how to teach kids about biblical friendship
✔️Practical advice for pastors and Bible teachers seeking to grow in faith and ministry


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Mike Neglia hosts Expositors Collective: Expository Preaching, Bible Teaching and Sermon Preparation, a space dedicated to the craft of clearly opening the Scriptures. Rather than offering abstract theory, this podcast grounds itself in the tangible realities faced by pastors and teachers every week. You'll hear genuine conversations that feel like pulling up a chair in a mentor's study, where experienced practitioners discuss the challenges and joys of preparing messages that faithfully explain the biblical text. Episodes often take the form of interviews or practical workshops, delving into the nuances of effective communication for diverse settings like church pulpits, youth groups, or women's ministries. The collective wisdom shared here is about more than just structure; it's about the spiritual discipline of listening to a passage before speaking on it, ensuring the sermon's heart beats in rhythm with the Bible's intent. Tuning into this podcast provides a form of ongoing coaching, a resource for anyone who wants their teaching to be both deeply rooted and readily understood. It’s for those who believe that the careful work of exposition is a profound act of service, and who are looking for a companion on that journey.
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