Spiritual Life and Leadership
Ministry leadership is about more than just growing your church or organization. It’s about participating in God’s mission in the world. But how can leaders know God’s mission or their unique place in it? Faithful ministry leadership is rooted in a life of deep and abiding faithfulness to Jesus. In “Spiritual Life and Leadership,” Markus Watson and his guests explore what it means to be faithful leaders whose ministry flows from their ever-deepening relationship with God.
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Send me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking! What does ministry look like when your church gathers at the very place that’s meant to divide? In this episode, Seth Clark invites us into the powerful story of The Border Church, where the simple act of worship confronts separation with the radical unity of God’s
267. Moving Past Plateaus, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson
Send me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking! This conversation reflects on the urgent need for genuine transformation in the church, rather than simply tweaking what isn’t working. Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson explore the signs that point to deeper issues—like plateauing membership, aging congregations, an
266. The Church as Shalom Maker, with Terry A. Smith, author of The Lord Give You Peace
Send me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking! Shalom is a biblical concept that goes far beyond our usual understanding of “peace.” It’s about healing, fulfillment, and every part of life coming together as God intended. For ministry leaders, this vision of shalom changes everything about how we lead, serve, a
265. Awareness and Adjustment in Leadership, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson
Send me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking! This episode explores the critical role awareness plays in avoiding burnout and fostering healthy leadership practices. Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson discuss personal anecdotes and practical strategies to cultivate awareness, so we can better navigate the challen
264. Building a Future-Focused Church, with Kara Powell, Jake Mulder, and Raymond Chang, authors of Future-Focused Church
Send me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking! Is the future of the church something to look forward to, or does it scare you to death. Thriving into the future will require change, and the idea of changing the way we lead, or the way we do church, or the people we reach out to, can feel overwhelming. Even if
263. Why Leaders Need to Listen Before They Lead, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson
Send me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking! Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson discuss insights on the importance of developing leaders who are skilled in curious listening and creating a collaborative environment where ideas are shared and valued. The conversation uncovers how shifting from monologue to dialog