Are Those Seats Taken?

Show Notes

In this episode of It Could Only Happen to a Pastor, Matt Capps and Josh Reavis share a couple of painfully funny ministry moments—from longtime church members guarding their “unassigned” pews with the classic line, “You’re in my seat,” to a Sunday service where the pastor got so locked into preaching that he completely forgot both the announcements and the offering. With plenty of laughter and some honest reflection, they talk about the quirky church culture moments pastors navigate and the humility it takes to recover when things don’t go as planned. Tune in for relatable stories, good-natured humor, and a reminder to take the gospel seriously—but not yourself.

If you’ve got a funny or unforgettable story of your own, we’d love to hear it! You can connect with us on Instagram @ItCouldOnly, or email it to us at [email protected]. Don’t worry, if we share it on the podcast, it’ll stay completely anonymous.

Published March 30, 2026

Are Those Seats Taken?

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