Best Failing Forward Pod Podcasts (2025)

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Metrics vs Ministry 9:48

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3d ago9:48

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Has the numbers game distracted you from the real ministry of discipling students? In today's episode I try to untangle and separate metrics from ministry so we don't miss the goal of creating a Christ centered path for students to walk in. Links to resources mention in this episode are below. The Disciple Project Outreach Manualhttps://youthminres…

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Why Don't I Have Any Friends? 7:48

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I was doing an Office Hours show over on my Youtube Channel and some asked the question about why they don't have any friends and in this episode I share my response. I've also included a link to a video about how many people choose aloneness when they could be in community.Inside the Anti-Social Centuryhttps://youtu.be/fsaeFYGbK2M?si=0YnM79ypzNgjQ…

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10 Years of Motion + The State of the Pod 3:14

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It's been 10 years so join me for a short time of reflection and a state of this podcast and what the future may hold. Thank you for 10 years of allowing me to be a part of your ministry.By Paul Turner

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Becoming A More Confident Youth Pastor 6:08

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How confident are you? In your abilities? In your programming? Well, by the end of this episode my hope is that your confidence will be sky high. Links below for all the things. Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgxNew Youth Pastor Bundlehttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPbCatalyst Coachinghttps://youthminres…

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Failing Does Not Equal Failure 7:16

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Have you been feeling like a failure lately? We've all been there. The question is, what do you do about it? In this episode I share my failure and how I changed my mindset about failure. Links below to all the youth ministry resources mentioned in the episode.Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgxNew Youth Pastor Bund…

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11 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Youth Pastor 22:44

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What do you wish you knew before become a youth pastor? A bunch, right? Well, in today's hall of fame episode I share 11 things I wish I knew and I hope they will help you navigate whatever journey you are on. Links below to all the resources mentioned. Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgxNew Youth Pastor Bundlehttps…

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You Are Not The Hat You Wear 9:48

2M ago9:48

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This weeks Hall of Fame episode is all about YOU! That's right. Youth Ministry tips and tricks only can take us so far, it's who we are in Christ that helps us love and lead students. Check out the resources below and thanks for listening. Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgxNew Youth Pastor Bundlehttps://youthminres…

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Thinking About Quitting? Don't, Not Until You've Listened To This. 1:08:18

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If you’ve been struggling to stay in youth ministry and ready to hang it up, don’t do it is just yet.This interview could rekindle your passion for youth and challenge you to persist in your calling. Links below to all the stuff. Staying Power (10 Essentials for Longevity in Youth Ministry) https://amzn.to/445QSjtBackpocket Games PDFhttps://longerh…

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Rekindling Purpose in Your Volunteer Team 17:05

2M ago17:05

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Is your youth ministry team feeling a bit spiritually cold? This episode will help you rekindle their passion for the Lord and for ministry. If you'd like my Youth Pastors Guide To Rekindling Volunteer Passion, you can receive it by either signing up for my newsletter https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/f126fc165d or you can head over to my store htt…

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Vision Trumps Fear 17:09

2M ago17:09

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Has fear been getting in the way of living your vision? In today's episode I share my struggle with fear and how I got my vision for life and ministry back. Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgxNew Youth Pastor Bundlehttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPbCatalyst Coachinghttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/…

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A Prayer For Los Angeles 5:00

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It can be hard to address tough topic in youth ministry like what is happening in Los Angeles, right now. If you are needing some resources to help guide the discussion I have prepared a prayer, scriptures and discussion questions. You can find them on my website https://thediscipleproject.net/a-prayer-for-los-angeles/…

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The Ultimate Re-Launch Check List 9:20

2M ago9:20

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Welcome back to the second Hal of Fame episode. If you are looking to re-launch your youth ministry, you have to ask these 9 questions. I cover each question and give practical advice for how I've answered these questions. If you want the pdf version of these questions, link below. Sign up for my newsletter and receive The Ultimate Re-Launch Checkl…

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10 Habits of Successful Youth Pastors 20:44

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Hope your summer is off to a great start. This summer I will be re-posting my best episodes, those that really resonated with youth pastors, and I'm calling this summer series: My Hall of Fame Episodes. So enjoy your summer and enjoy this episode on how to become a successful youth pastor. Catalyst Coachinghttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zv…

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Why Teens Treat The Bible Like Trivia 6:27

3M ago6:27

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Why can adults recall bible verses, stories and bible facts but disregard the bible as way to live? That is the question I will be answering today and offering some solutions as well. Check the links below to get your teens excited to come back to youth in the fall.Back To School Bundle (includes a 30 minute coaching call)https://youthminresources.…

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Underrated, Overrated and Overlooked 11:39

3M ago11:39

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With the NBA playoffs in full swing I ran across a story of Tyrese Haliburton being voted most overrated player in the the NBA. Well, he's in the play off and they are not. Here's my take, hot or not, on what do about those who underrate you, overrate you or overlook you.Sign up for my newsletter and receive today's Hot Take and Holy Talk Lessonhtt…

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How Dads Can Turn Their Families Around 52:50

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Dads, prepare to be encouraged. My guest today is Jeff Hamilton, author or Dad Academy, and he is going to pour into you the wisdom every dad needs. Jeff's books comes out Tuesday, May 27th. Links below.Catalyst Coachinghttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/ZvakDad Academy: Raising Courageous, Capable, Confident Kids https://www.dadacademy.info/D…

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Tithes, Lies, and a Five-Leg Parlay 13:02

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Pastor steals 135k and spends it on food delivery and sports betting. Let's talk about integrity in today's episode. If you'd like the Bible Study to do with your students, sign up for my newsletter. Integrity Bible Studyhttps://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/68c18a1589Media2Message Bundlehttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/qylvygSuper Summer Bundle…

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What Do We Do Here? 9:04

3M ago9:04

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Do you know what we do here? Is a question I overheard and I ma excited to share both the context and the impact it could have on your youth ministry. The Youth Pastors Guide To Graduationhttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/khfmaThe Youth Pastor Guide To Summer Camphttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/gadonSuper Summer Bundlehttps://youthmin…

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KFC: Blasphemy, Mockery or Just Finger Lickin' Creepy 15:15

3M ago15:15

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Yes, something new. I have thoughts on media and how Christians approach it. With no where to put these thoughts, I started a new show right here on the pod. Every Tuesday, I will look at some piece of media be it a movie, song or book where I think Christians are overreacting or under-reacting and if there is a lesson to teach our students about d…

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Sometimes, Youth Ministry Just Sucks 17:28

3M ago17:28

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This has never happened in my 35 years of youth ministry. Well, it finally happened. No one showed. Not one student. In this episode I share what the Lord is teaching me and, if you're going though a sucky time in ministry, how it might benefit you. Links from the show below. Summer Bundlehttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/nrwuccYouth Pastor's…

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Worried About The Future 7:03

4M ago7:03

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Easter is not a weekend or a Holiday, it is an eternal truth and if you are worried about the future, this episode is for you. The Youth Pastors Guide To Graduationhttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/khfmaThe Youth Pastors Guide To Summer Camphttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/gadonSuper Summer Bundlehttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l…

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Your Mundane Is God's Miracle 3:20

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It's Easter Week, a time of miracles but miracles often start with something mundane like mud, water or bread and fish. If you think what you're doing doesn't matter, listen in, God may something different to say. Tomorrow is the last day to get 15% off everything in my store in celebration of 15 years of Disciple Project Ministries. Use Discount c…

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I'm Discouraged. What Now? 8:43

4M ago8:43

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When discouragement hits me, it hits hard. What do I do when it hits? I write. And today I wrote something for you, if you've been feeling discouraged. I hope it encourages you to "Keep Drawing". If you're doing youth camp this summer, be sure to sign up for my newsletter and receive The Youth Pastors Guide To Summer Camp and get a ton of resources…

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7 Lies Leaders Tell Themselves About Building Teams 15:20

5M ago15:20

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Have you been lying to yourself? Why haven't you built that team around that big idea you have or around your youth ministry? In this episode I share the 7 lies leaders tell themselves about teams and why you might be dragging your feet in building your own team. These tips are from the book Future Focused Church. Link below. I am an Amazon Affilia…

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Can Ai Disciple Our Students? 11:07

5M ago11:07

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In this episode I go undercover as a teenager using Ai to if it can help me become, at least, a more knowledgable follower of Jesus and the results are surprising. If you're needing some youth ministry resources like lessons, message series, discipleship resources and even coaching, you can, for the next 15 days get it for 15% off as I celebrate 15…

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Sonny Sandoval of P.O.D Gets Real About Everything podcast 55:41

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What an honor to have the legend, the lead singer of the multi-platinum Nu Metal band P.O.D on show. We'll talked about his new book Son of Southtown: My Life Between Two Worlds, music, band life, what does it mean to be a whosoever youth ministry and much more. Grab the bible study: https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/9ec72d72fePick up Son of Southt…

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Are Altar Calls Dead? 12:07

5M ago12:07

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I was thinking the other day about altar calls and how we call kids to Christ. I, like many of you, may have a love/hate relationship with them. In this episode I share some of my reflections being a student who responded to altar calls and as a youth pastor giving altar calls and my thoughts on the effectiveness of altar calls but also, what's the…

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You Have Everything You Need 6:24

6M ago6:24

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Have you been feeling lately like you're not enough? Well get ready to be encouraged. In this episode I take a different route to keeping you motivated and your youth ministry moving forward and it's straight from God's word. I hope it encourages you. Lent/Easter Bundlehttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/GBJblThe Youth Pastor's Guide To March M…

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The New Youth Pastors Guide To Getting Things Done 10:36

6M ago10:36

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Are you struggling to get your big ideas approved in the church where you work? In today's episode I want to show you how to get things done regardless if you are brand new to youth ministry or just brand new to your church. The Youth Pastors Guide To March Madness (Paid) https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/wqthueThe Youth Pastors Guide To Marc…

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6 Work Principles That Could Save Your Job 9:16

6M ago9:16

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Are you worried that your not meeting up to expectations? Been there. In this episode I share 6 work principles that will not only get you ready for a yearly review but will make you the kind of staff member pastors want to have around.How To Survive A Quarterly Reviewhttps://soundcloud.com/yminmotion/how-to-survive-a-quarterly?si=69dab14e735e4043b…

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How To Survive A Quarterly Review 9:41

6M ago9:41

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Do you have a yearly or quarterly review coming up? Are you ready for it? This meeting can feel like the Super Bowl of Youth Ministry where opponents meet and only 1 emerges victorious (this fight it fixed by the way) but it doesn't have to be that way. This episode is all about not only surviving but thriving during a review process. Listen in an …

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How To Get Students To Show Up Consistently 13:40

7M ago13:40

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Have you been wondering how to get your students to show up more consistently? In this episode I'll be share 7 youth ministry secrets of consistency. A.C.T.I.O.N Figures: Made By God For Goodhttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/rdzwkCatalyst Coachinghttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/ZvakMy Youth Meeting Playbook https://youthminresources.g…

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How I Persevered In Ministry And You Can Too 32:04

7M ago32:04

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In this episode I share an interview with my friend Dan Ingram who invited me onto his podcast. I share some personal moments of both victory and defeat but in the end I persevered. If you feel like quitting ministry or life, I hope this episode encourages you to stay strong. Danny's Podcast: Recovery Churchhttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5PhkH…

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Choosing Hard 10:56

7M ago10:56

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In today's episode I share a few quotes from the coach of the Notre Dame Fight Irish with the hopes of challenging you to choose hard things. A.C.T.I.O.N Figures: Made By God, Made For Good (6 Weeks of Lessons)https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/rdzwkA.C.T.I.O.N Figures Free Lesson (just sign up for my newsletter)https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.c…

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My Unacceptables Part 1 11:02

7M ago11:02

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This month is all about setting the tone and pace for your life and youth ministry and so today I offer part one of those things that are unacceptable for me. Things I cannot tolerate otherwise my future is in danger. My hope is that you will come up with your own list of unacceptables and start to move things around in your life to make sure the f…

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3 Excuses That Are Killing Your Youth Ministry 9:59

7M ago9:59

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Were you happy with how things ended in 2024? Cool. Happy for you, but there are so many more you that are not happy or at least not satisfied with how things ended for your youth ministry or career. Could it have been excuses that were the murderer of your hope and dream? Well in this episode I'm going to teach you how to fight back. Sign up for m…

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My Unacceptables Part 2 12:08

8M ago12:08

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This month is all about setting the tone and pace for your life and youth ministry and so today I offer part two of those things that are unacceptable for me. My hope is that you will come up with your own list of unacceptables and start to move things around in your life to make sure the future is one worth waiting for.Sign up for my free webinar:…

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The Youth Pastor's 2025 Wellness Toolbox 43:13

8M ago43:13

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My guest today is Carl Dodd, a former youth pastor and now the owner and developer of Youth Crisis First Responders and we want you to be well in 2025. We break down how to put together a wellness plan so you can stay in ministry as long as you want and not have your time cut short by burnout, anxiety and depression.Download your wellness plan over…

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My Top 10 Animated Christmas Shows 8:32

8M ago8:32

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In this episode I share my top 10 animated Christmas shows and there will be some controversy over number one. Have the best year of youth ministry ever with My Youth Ministry Playbookhttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/cfmraNew Youth Pastor Bundlehttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPbShop the storehttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/…

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My Top 12 Live Action Christmas Movies 9:50

8M ago9:50

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Take a break from your holiday scurrying and unplug as I share my top 12 Christmas movies. Yes, a departure from my normal format of training and equipping but sometimes distraction is good for the soul, well, at least my soul. Enjoy.What are your top Christmas movies? Send your list to [email protected] this podcast byLeaving a t…

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5 Shocking Truths About Gen Z And God 39:21

8M ago39:21

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In this episode of the Youth Ministry of Motion podcast, we welcome Cicely Corry, the Editorial Director at Barna, to discuss valuable insights from a recent Barna study and it might shock you how open Gen Z is to God plus we turn these stats into practical tips and ideas for you to use with your students. Transcript https://thediscipleproject.net/…

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No Perfect Christmas 7:43

9M ago7:43

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From the very first Christmas there has never been a perfect Christmas and in today's episode I want to offer you some alternatives to pursuing the perfect Christmas that will bring you even more joy.Join me Thursday night Dec. 5th at 8pm cst for Before You Put It On The Calendar Workshophttps://www.jotform.com/form/243164639242154…

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Navigating Lonely Seasons In Life and Ministry 16:59

9M ago16:59

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The holidays are a lonely season for many people, and by many people I mean pastors too. In this episode I want to share some important information from a survey conducted by The American Bible Society on the scripture and loneliness as well as some strategies for re-engaging your bibles to navigate your own season of loneliness. Sign up for the fi…

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Loose Lips Sink Friend-Ships 8:51

9M ago8:51

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I deactivated my Facebook account and in this episode I share why along with some social media reminders for all pastors. My hope is that my experience, although not new, will be a reminder about our important our witness for Christ is. No Comment Devotionalhttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/fiymxWatch how I set up my Nerf November sessionhttp…

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What Makes A Healthy Church Staff? 1:05:26

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Are you on a healthy church staff? How would you know? In today's episode. Todd Rhoades From Chemistry Staffing and myself discuss the 2024 Church Staff Overview Assessment and dig deep into questions like what shifts have taken place in church staffing post-covid and what causes the most damage to student pastor’s health and well being and what ca…

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Before You Put It On The Calendar Part 2 Conflict and Collaboration 11:17

10M ago11:17

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Does calendar planning in your church feel like Squid Games? Everyone competing and conniving to get rooms or the church van? In this episode I'm going to show you how to collaborate with other ministries in the church to avoid The Big 3 and, maybe, keep your job a little longer. Links to all the stuff below. Listen to the first episode in the Befo…

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Before You Put It On Your Calendar, Ask This 10:30

10M ago10:30

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It's getting towards the end of the year and if you are thinking about your 2025 calendar, stop it, until you've listened to this episode. Why? Because I want you to 1) not make the mistakes I've made 2) not make the mistakes you made in 2024 3) ask the question that will help you fulfill the goals God has put on your heart for your youth ministry.…

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It's Going To Be Ok 6:14

10M ago6:14

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I don't know what kind of year you have had, but today's episode is here to remind you it's going to be ok. I hope this episode reminds you that you are loved and you are more than just a youth pastor, you're a child of God. Blessed Family Recovery Summithttps://www.blessedfamily.link/disciplePurchase youth ministry resources and support the podcas…

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When You Don't Feel Appreciated 6:47

10M ago6:47

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Funny how a month like Pastor Appreciation Month can make so many people, especially youth pastors, feel so unappreciated. If this month has you feeling down or left out, I have an encouraging word for you. Don't skip this episode. If you'd like to support the podcast, check out my storehttps://youthminresources.gumroad.com/…

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Maximizing Your Time With Students For Greater Impact 7:57

10M ago7:57

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Have you ever thought about how much time you spend with students? I hate to break it to you but in this episode I'm going to share with you how little time that is when you look at the big picture. I'm also going to share with you how you can maximize that time with students so you can have a greater impact towards them becoming life time follower…