Enduring Churches Podcast with Alan and Trent

Episode 401: Pastors and Loss

From an early episode (#42)Is visioning natural or unnatural to you?More about the destination or how to get there?Do you see things others cannot see as of yet?Do you tend to run ahead of everyone else?New: Do you waffle in your decisions a lot?people get a mild form of ptsd when you do thatNew: Is your vision aligned with ScriptureIf you are not strong, you have to get help to flesh out a...

Episode 399: Why Associations and Networks are Important Why Active Participation MattersWe are better when we are active in associations and professional organizations because they connect us to a larger mission, sharpen our focus, and multiply our impact. No church, leader, or organization fulfills its calling in isolation.A strong example outside the church world is the American Heart...

My daily time with Christ: Family Events and Vacation: Important conversations: Preaching: Teaching: Church celebrations:

Episode 398: Budget Season is Upon Us Remember, a budget is a tool, not a solutionRemember, generosity breeds generosity.Remember, no one can champion the budget like the pastor.Remember, a budget helps identify your true values.Remember, many ministries can function with little money.Remember, planning for deferred maintenance is a good use of our resources.Remember, bathe your church budget in...

Episode 395: Pastor Appreciation is More than a Month

Episode394: Healthy Leader Rhythms and a little help from AI ABIDE — Stay connected to Christ.LEARN — Continue growing as a student.PREPARE — Give thoughtful preparation.SHARE — Involve others in ministry.REST — Recognize your limits and receive God’s gift of rest.MULTIPLY — Develop others rather than doing everything yourself.

Episode 393: Am I too Passive or AggressiveRead the Article by Seth TrouttFailure to Act or Failure of Action

Episode392: 5 Assumptions That Will Push You Out the Door When you assume that your role entitles you to be the chief decision-maker.When you assume questions are attacks.When you assume you are fully educated.When you assume you are above certain sins.When you assume you’ve earned extra consideration.