David Allen PODCAST: From the Mound to the Pulpit
Mid-America dean and professor, Dr. David L. Allen discusses his new book, From the Mound to the Pulpit, looking at the similarities between baseball and preaching and the many ways baseball can offer insights into the task of preaching of God’s Word. Dr. Allen’s weekly podcast (new episodes every Tuesday) is part of preachingcoach.com, his […]
Advice for Interim Pastors
By David L. Allen, PhD; Distinguished Professor of Practical Theology
I have had the joy of serving as an interim pastor in 14 churches. Each church is different, but each has certain common needs during the interim period. I’ve learned five important lessons to help me be a good interim pastor.

Apr 22, 2026

David Allen PODCAST: From the Mound to the Pulpit

by Mid-America Communications

Mid-America dean and professor, Dr. David L. Allen discusses his new book, From the Mound to the Pulpit, looking at the similarities between baseball and preaching and the many ways baseball can offer insights into the task of preaching of God’s Word. Dr. Allen’s weekly podcast (new episodes every Tuesday) is part of preachingcoach.com, his coaching, mentorship, and encouragement ministry for pastors and ministry leaders.

Dr. Allen’s new book, From the Mound to the Pulpit, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover options.