Easter is almost here! This year, as I’ve been thinking about Easter, I’ve also been thinking about discontinuous change. I’ve written and spoken about discontinuous change in the past, but what the heck does it have to do with Easter?! What is Discontinuous Change? First, a quick definition. Discontinuous change—as opposed to continuous change,…
Discussion Questions: 1. How did Adam McHugh describe the feeling of “phoning it in,” and have you ever experienced this in your own spiritual or professional life? 2. In discussing the transition from ministry to a different career path, what were some of the fears and challenges both Adam McHugh and Markus Watson shared?…
Discussion Questions: 1. How does the concept of the first half and second half of life, as introduced by Richard Rohr, resonate with your own spiritual journey or that of leaders you know? 2. In what ways do you see the transition from doing to being present, and how has this shift impacted your…
Discussion Questions: 1. What is the difference between change and transition, and why is it important to recognize this distinction in leadership and personal development? 2. How does acknowledging loss and grief contribute to developing resilience and perseverance during times of transition? 3. In what ways can patience and intentionality help leaders and individuals…
Discussion Questions: 1. How does Michael Rhodes redefine discipleship to incorporate justice and mission, in contrast to E.K. Strawser’s perspective (Ep. 185: From Sunday Services to Real Transformation)? 2. What role does Rhodes believe justice plays in the biblical narrative and in the practice of discipleship? How does this challenge traditional views of discipleship?…
Discussion Questions: 1. In what ways do you think ministry leaders might struggle to be fully themselves in their roles? 2. How do you interpret the story of Moses and the veil in relation to the challenges of being authentic in ministry leadership? 3. Do you believe that leaders in professional ministry are more…
Discussion Questions: 1. How have clergy and congregations experienced resistance and tension in adapting to post-pandemic changes within congregational life? 2. In what ways has the pandemic impacted congregational dynamics, both positively (e.g., giving, attendance) and troublingly? 3. As a pastor, how does the information shared in this episode about congregational dynamics during the…
Q&A: 1. What does Andy Crouch mean by “meaningful risk” in the context of leadership and flourishing? 2. According to Tod Bolsinger, why is it important to discern what constitutes a meaningful risk in leadership? 3. How does vulnerability play a role in taking meaningful risks in leadership, as discussed in the episode? 4.…
Q&A: 1. How does the quote from Alexia Salvatierra, “If you don’t listen, you can’t see what God is doing,” challenge traditional leadership notions, particularly the idea of vision casting? 2. In what ways does Tod Bolsinger describe Alexia’s unique ability to discern the work of the Holy Spirit, and how can leaders cultivate…
Discussion Questions: 1. How does Jeff Crosby’s exploration of the concept of an undivided life resonate with your own experiences as a leader or individual striving for spiritual growth? 2. Jeff Crosby discusses the importance of recognizing and naming our longings as a means of shaping healthy leadership and personal development. Can you identify…