Nov 3, 2022 | Introverts, Leadership, Pastor
Today we welcome Jaime Hlavin back to the blog. Jaime explores the sometimes head-scratching challenges facing introverts who have an extroverted calling . . . and what those introverts can do about it. Enjoy ~ John. I am an introvert. I am very comfortable in my...
Nov 1, 2022 | Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Podcast
Don’t attend every argument you’re invited to. Jesus said “yes” many times. But He also said “no” on occasion. In today’s episode, John & Jim help us find the middle between the extremes of people-pleasing and people-dodging. Here is the audio link. The video link...
Oct 27, 2022 | Anger, Bitterness, Forgiveness, Pastor
Do you struggle with the F-word? You know . . . when people (sometimes the ones you love most) say or do something injurious? When you feel angry about it and are unsure how to process the emotion? You can’t talk about anger for very long without wandering into...
Oct 25, 2022 | Emotional Health, Leadership, Mental Health, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Podcast
Jesus is on the move and building His church today. In this episode, Jim and John unpack two additional positive trends they’re noticing across their network of church clients, and how leaders can ride the wave of these two encouraging currents. Recap Episode 159 –...
Oct 20, 2022 | Burnout, Fatigue, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Rest, Rhythms, Sabbath, Workaholism
When I ask leaders about taking a weekly day off, I’m often greeted with a blank stare followed by uncomfortable silence. Some report they haven’t taken a day off in years. And even worse, a few of these leaders are proud of it. They wear busyness as a badge of honor....
