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Episode 307: Getting to the Heart of Pastoral Leadership
It’s easy to blame our staff, our church, or our circumstances for ministry stress. But often the real issue lies deeper—in our own hearts. In this e…
1 year ago
Episode 306: Guarding the Flock (and Ourselves) From Cultural Currents
Pastors live in a world overflowing with smart-sounding ideas, leadership hacks, and cultural “truths.” But how do we discern what aligns with Christ…
1 year ago
Episode 305: Integrating a Marketplace Mind with a Ministry Call
Have you felt the tension between ministry and marketplace? Some pastors fear marketplace strategies strip away the heart of ministry; others fear wi…
1 year ago
Episode 304: Transitioning into the Legacy Stage of Life & Ministry
There comes a point when paychecks, promotions, and possessions no longer define us. A deeper question takes over: What legacy will I leave behind? T…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 303: Builders vs. Dismantlers - Part 2
Last week in Episode 302 we confronted a troubling trend: Christians throwing bombs at each other. It’s disheartening to watch, and it’s driven me to…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 302: Builders vs. Dismantlers - Part 1
Jesus is a builder. When He said, “I will build My Church,” He wasn’t talking about bricks and mortar—He was making a promise to create something las…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 301: 6 Years, 6 Aha Moments: What We’ve Learned (and Unlearned) – Part 2
Last week, we hit a major milestone—Episode 300! To celebrate, we kicked off a special two-part series highlighting the six biggest aha moments we've…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 300: 6 Years, 6 Aha Moments: What We’ve Learned (and Unlearned) – Part 1
Can you believe it? Episode 300 drops today! We're celebrating six amazing years of podcasting together. As we reflected on how to mark this mileston…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 299: Leading Yourself Well Through Financial Stewardship - Interview with Mike Kern III
In Part 2 of his conversation with John and Jim, Mike Kern III emphasizes the importance of personal financial health for pastors—urging proactive sa…
1 year, 2 months ago
Episode 298: Fueling Ministry Through Financial Wisdom - Interview with Mike Kern III
In this insightful episode, John and Jim sit down with Mike Kern III—former President/CEO of two financial service companies and now a trusted adviso…
1 year, 2 months ago