Ministry Minute with Justin Trapp
5-minute, powerful stories from the front lines of ministry to start your week on an encouraging note.
Ministry Minute, hosted by Justin Trapp, shares real stories with timeless ministry insights. Episodes include stories of faith, perseverance, unexpected provision, and practical wisdom from pastors and church leaders across the country. Whether it’s a miracle in the making or a hard lesson learned, each short episode is designed to encourage, equip, and inspire you in your calling.
Episodes
15 episodes
How A 2018 Ford F-150 Saved a Church Community | Ministry Minute Episode 13
What do you do when evil shows up at the front door of your church? In Wayne, Michigan, one deacon didn't freeze; he floored it.Churches, don't ignore this. Have a safety plan. Train your team. Talk about what to do if thin...
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Episode 13
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Celebrating the Heroes from the Texas Flood | Ministry Minute Episode 12
In moments of tragedy, ministry often looks less like a sermon and more like a hot meal, a gentle prayer, and a willingness to be near those who are hurting. Photo Credit: The Texas TribuneABOUT MINISTRY PASS Minis...
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Episode 12
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1:30
This Pastor Has a Side Hustle 🧐💵 | Episode 11
Today's story is about a small-town pastor, a bit of free time, and how a side hustle will turn into a blessing for both his family and the startup world. ABOUT MINISTRY PASS Ministry Pass provides a library of premium serm...
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Episode 5
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2:04
Purpose Over Platform | Ministry Minute Episode 10
"Let your light shine before others that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." Same eternal mission. David Jeremiah behind the mic, C.J. Stroud under center. Neither one is chasing a platform. They're ste...
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Episode 10
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2:53
Man Sees Color for the First Time | Ministry Minute Episode 9
What happens when grace comes into focus?At Lifequest Community Church, one Sunday sermon became an unforgettable moment. There wasn't a dry eye in the room. And it all started with a pair of glasses hidden in a bag.ABOUT MINISTRY...
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Episode 9
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2:12
Pastor Sells All of His Bibles | Ministry Minute Episode 8
Imagine pulling over at a neighborhood garage sale, a quick stop on a Saturday morning. But instead of finding old tools and furniture, you find an ex-pastor selling his Bibles, his commentaries, and his entire calling boxed up and marked for s...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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2:29
Why Christian Movies Are Becoming Popular | Ministry Minute Episode 7
Today's episode is about a local church that decided to make a movie with a borrowed camera and no Hollywood connections. That film not only reaches millions, but it has also helped spark a revival in Christian filmmaking.Sherwood didn'...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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2:31
Florida Pastor Breaks World Record | Episode 6
Today's story is about the longest sermon in history: 53 hours straight. Yes, really.In November 2014, Pastor Zach of Cross Church in Mount Dora, Florida, set out to preach from Genesis to Revelation without stopping.He covered 45...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:58
Pastor Receives a Church Building for Free | Episode 5
Picture this: You planted a church. You meet in an elementary school every single week. Your volunteers are worn out. Momentum comes and goes. Every Sunday starts with a trailer and a prayer. Then one day, another struggling church down the str...
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Episode 6
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2:52
Can God Use Hot Chicken? | Episode 4
Before stepping onto a platform, Ryan Binkley co-founded Generational Equity Group. This consulting firm helps businesses with mergers and acquisitions. Then came the call to ministry. Ryan didn't leave the business behind, though.He st...
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Episode 4
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1:49
A Texas Church Adopts 77 Kids | Episode 3
What happens when one small church decides every child deserves a family? In a tiny Texas town, 22 families stepped forward and adopted 77 foster children. Today's story comes from Possum Trot, Texas, and it's a story of radical obe...
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Episode 3
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2:07
BONUS: Remembering the life of Pastor John Macarthur
In this episode of Ministry Minute, host Justin Trapp reflects on the life and legacy of Pastor John MacArthur, who passed away on July 14, 2025, at the age of 86. With over five decades of faithful ministry at Grace Community Church a...
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Season 1
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1:36
The Entire Room Stood for this Pastor | Episode 2
What if your life's legacy went beyond your life? In today's episode, Justin talks about the life and legacy of Pastor Emmerson. A man who influenced the lives of so many with the love of Christ, including Justin's.ABOUT MINISTRY PASS&n...
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Episode 2
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2:05
100 Banks Told This Pastor No | Episode 1
Imagine you buy a building for your church, a massive donor commits to funding the construction, everything is going to plan, until it isn't. This is the story of how Pastor Josh from Wake Church stayed resilient amid no open doors.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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2:55
Introducing the Ministry Minute Podcast with Justin Trapp
Short, powerful stories from the front lines of ministry.Ministry Minute is where I, Justin Trapp, share real stories with timeless ministry insights—stories of faith, perseverance, unexpected provision, and practical wisdom from pastors an...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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