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The Appalachian Ministry Institute of Tri-State Bible College affirms, encourages, and equips those engaged in Appalachian ministry to keep the glory of God in clear view (Isa. 40:3–5; Mk. 1:2–4; Lk. 3:4–6). Tri-State Bible College is located in central Appalachia in South Point, Ohio. The Level Paths podcast of the Appalachian Ministry Institute is hosted by Rex J. Howe, President of Tri-State Bible College, and Dr. J. Matt Shamblin, Appalachian Research Fellow at Tri-State Bible College.
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- Jun 28, 202633 min
Preaching in Appalachia
Dr. Matt offers sage advice for preaching in an Appalachian context. In addition to guidance, he touches on some of the common errors Appalachian preachers commit in sermon preparation and delivery. Since a regular diet of the Scriptures is critical to spiritual maturity, principles of expository preaching, such as exegesis, interpretation, and homiletics, are essential ingredients to preparing the spiritual meal that your congregation needs.Correction: The date of the 2026 Appalachian Ministry Institute Conference is October 5–6.
- Jun 10, 202634 min
Revitalization and Criticism in Appalachia
Dr. Matt explores the work of church revitalization and the criticisms the efforts encounter in Appalachia.
- May 5, 202629 min
Current Issues in Appalachia
Dr. Matt interviews Tri-State Bible College’s Vice President of Academics, Dr. Mark Phillips to discuss the rise of the “Somethings” - a new group identified in religious research. The episode imagines what ministering to the “Somethings” in Appalachia may look like.
- Apr 13, 202633 min
When Is It Time to Accept a New Calling
Dr. Matt Shamblin explores an important question that people in ministry face either in their own lives or as a colleague seeks advice and prayer. When is it time to accept a new calling?
- Feb 17, 202618 min
Fellowship among Pastors in Appalachia
Dr. Matt serves as the Appalachian Research Fellow at the Appalachian Ministry Institute at Tri-State Bible College. In this episode, Matt expresses the biblical and contextual principle for pastors to commit to fellowship with one another as a source of encouragement and endurance in ministry.Regional pastors are invited to attend the Pastors' Networking Coffee at TSBC on the first Tuesday of each month from 9:00–10:00 AM.
- Jan 28, 202630 min
NASCAR and Contextualizing Ministry in Appalachia
Dr. Matt illustrates the need for the contextualization of ministry in Appalachia through NASCAR's own Appalachian heritage and experience. Also, Dr. Matt gives an update about our 2026 Appalachian Ministry Conference!
- Dec 22, 202530 min
The Incarnation in Appalachia
Did Christ come into existence at his birth? Did he give up his deity when he became a human? No and no! Dr. Matt welcomes back President Rex for a special Christmas edition of the Level Paths podcast to focus on a little bit of the theology of the incarnation. Praise to the Son Eternal! Merry Christmas!
- Dec 19, 202531 min
How Ministry Has Changed in Appalachia Since COVID - Part 2
After examining evidence-based studies about societal changes following the pandemic, Dr. Matt shifts his focus to the workplace and work relationships, faith and practice, and to the way people view life. Some researchers have called this the time of "The Great Detachment." People's priorities have changed. How has a lack of connection and commitment impacted local churches? Can Christians practice Christianity without community? Clinging to past-pandemic society and life may hinder ministries from being effective and faithful in post-pandemic realities.
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About Level Paths
The Appalachian Ministry Institute of Tri-State Bible College affirms, encourages, and equips those engaged in Appalachian ministry to keep the glory of God in clear view (Isa. 40:3–5; Mk. 1:2–4; Lk. 3:4–6). Tri-State Bible College is located in central Appalachia in South Point, Ohio. The Level Paths podcast of the Appalachian Ministry Institute is hosted by Rex J. Howe, President of Tri-State Bible College, and Dr. J. Matt Shamblin, Appalachian Research Fellow at Tri-State Bible College.
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