Welcome to the Pave podcast, hosted by Jonathan Smith. Pave: New Paths for Church Growth is the Texas Baptists church health, growth, and revitalization strategy, designed to help each pastor customize revitalization for their context. In this podcast, our desire is for you to be equipped to lead a vibrant, growing church and encouraged by pastors who are leading revitalized churches. Learn more or contact the Church Health and Growth team at Texas Baptists at: txb.org/pave or pave@txb.org
The Pave Podcast
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Podcast Overview
Welcome to the Pave podcast, hosted by Jonathan Smith. Pave: New Paths for Church Growth is the Texas Baptists church health, growth, and revitalization strategy, designed to help each pastor customize revitalization for their context. In this podcast, our desire is for you to be equipped to lead a vibrant, growing church and encouraged by pastors who are leading revitalized churches. Learn more or contact the Church Health and Growth team at Texas Baptists at: txb.org/pave or pave@txb.org
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Recent Episodes
June 22, 2026
Church Turnaround: Highland Baptist Church (with Pastor Adam Pardue)
In this episode of the Pave Podcast, Jonathan Smith interviews Adam Pardue, the pastor of Highland Baptist Church in Lubbock, Texas. They discuss the challenges faced by aging churches, the importance of building trust and relationships, and the journey of revitalization that Highland Baptist has undergone over the past 14 years. Adam shares insights on spiritual growth, community engagement, and the significance of consistency in revitalization efforts. The conversation emphasizes the need for pastors to celebrate small wins and remain committed to their congregations, even in the face of setbacks.
June 8, 2026
What to Do When People Leave Your Church with Pastor Rodney Knous
May 25, 2026
Early Failure in Revitalization (with Pastor Josh Prince)
Welcome to Season 3 of the Pave Podcast! In this episode of the Pave Podcast, host Jonathan L. Smith engages in a candid conversation with soon-to-be Dr. Josh Prince, a lead pastor in Texas. They delve into the challenges and triumphs of church revitalization, sharing personal stories and insights on leadership, humility, and the importance of building trust within a congregation. Join us as we explore the journey of leading through early mistakes and the lessons learned along the way. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on navigating change and fostering growth in church communities.
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