Jun 11, 2024 | Disappointment, Discernment, Doubt, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor
Have you ever felt like an underdog? Like you are operating at a disadvantage? That you are unlikely to win at home, or at work, or at your walk with God, or at your God-given purpose? If so . . . welcome to the club! The Bible is full of people who felt they were...
Jun 4, 2024 | Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor
Psalm 23 is one of the most beloved of all the Psalms. It carries fresh meaning for those of us who lead. In today’s episode, John and Jim unpack how leaders can navigate chaotic times by tuning in, listening to, and following God’s voice. Psalm 23:1-4 “The Lord is my...
May 28, 2024 | Identity, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor
Luke 3;21-22 says, “When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too… and a voice came from heaven: “You are My Son, whom I love; with You I am well-pleased.” Pastor, if you want to lead better, lead longer, and enjoy it more, three foundational items...
May 23, 2024 | Bitterness, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Spouse of Ministry Leader
We have spent significant time camping out on the topic of conflict because we strongly believe that conflict resolution is a vital skill both for the individual Christian and the collective Church. If you missed any of the posts or podcasts, be sure to get caught up...
May 21, 2024 | Gossip, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor, The Church
Gossip . . . perhaps the most pervasive problem in the church today. And the lack of unity it produces weakens the witness of the Church and ultimately the reputation of Jesus. In today’s episode John and Jim tackle a subject that comes from a friend of Converge...
May 14, 2024 | Difficult people, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor
Conflict . . . for most leaders, the bane of their existence. Something to be postponed instead of embraced. And yet, a leader’s unwillingness to embrace conflict is one of the most limiting factors in his or her leadership journey. In today’s episode John and Jim...
