Nov 28, 2023 | Ministry Leader, Next generation, Pastor, Relationships, Teaching
The average age of a clergy member today is 57, compared to age 50 in 2000 (Lifeway Research). Half of all American pastors today are older than age 55. These realities are ubiquitous across every denomination we work with. And it begs the question: Is the talent pool...
Aug 8, 2023 | Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Teaching, Team members
As we approach our 200th episode, we thought it might be fun to re-release our most popular five podcasts. Today’s episode is our second most listened to and watched episode: How to Lead Without Being Jerky. Sometimes a leader has to . . . well . . . lead. Some...
May 24, 2022 | Ministry Leader, Pastor, Podcast, Preaching, Teaching
Driven by perfectionism, many pastors overanalyze, over-criticize, and behave less than graciously toward themselves after preaching. In today’s episode John and Jim unpack a prayer every preacher should consider praying before they get to the platform that will help...