Fly on the Wall Podcast With Chris Sonksen
Be a “Fly on the Wall” as Chris Sonksen takes you behind the scenes on a coaching call with a ministry leader. In each episode, you’ll get to hear how a coaching call happens, practical tips on how to grow your ministry, and what it takes to be a healthy leader in today's culture. You'll get to be a "fly on the wall" and listen to a live coaching session between Chris and a church leader like yourself.
Fly on the Wall Podcast With Chris Sonksen
215 | Streamline What Matters Most
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Busy doesn’t always mean effective.
In Episode 215 of the Fly on the Wall Podcast, Chris sits down with Pastor Daryl for a conversation every pastor—especially bivocational leaders—needs to hear.
Because one of the biggest mistakes churches make when trying to grow… is adding more.
More programs.
More events.
More meetings.
More pressure.
But growth rarely comes from doing more things halfway well. It comes from getting focused on the few things that matter most.
This episode dives into what Chris calls “mission critical” leadership—the ability to streamline your church around the core activities that actually create momentum.
Here’s some of what they unpack:
Why churches often stay stuck because they’re too busy doing everything
How bivocational pastors can protect their time and energy without sacrificing growth
The importance of creating a strong Sunday experience before adding more ministries
Why engagement matters more than endless programming
Practical ways to structure small groups without overwhelming your schedule
How to delegate effectively instead of carrying everything yourself
Why boundaries at home are essential for pastors and ministry families
One of the most important moments in the conversation:
“Instead of the 28 things we do okay… what are the four things we need to do really well?”
Chris also shares practical insight on protecting your family while leading in ministry—especially when church life and family life start blending together.
This conversation is honest, practical, and incredibly helpful for pastors trying to lead sustainably without burning out.
👉 Listen to Episode 215 and join the conversation.
And if your church feels stuck right now, don’t miss Church Boom’s brand-new free resource: Unstoppable Momentum—8 practical training videos and a workbook designed to help your church experience breakthrough and growth.
You can grab it at churchboom.org/momentum.
Let’s lead with focus.
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Fly on the Wall Podcast, presented by Church Boom, takes pastors into a live coaching session with Chris Sonksen, CEO & Founder of Church Boom. Each episode features a pastor, just like you, as they share the challenges they face and get practical advice on how to overcome them.