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.
Spiritual Life and Leadership
Latest Episodes
312. What if Reading Was a Form of Prayer? with Jeff Crosby, author of World of Wonders
Jeff Crosby reads about 75 books a year. But in this conversation—his third appearance on the podcast—he's quick to say the number isn't the point. What matters is what reading does to you, including what he calls being "unselfed." Jeff Crosby ...
311. Beyond Paperwork: How Administration Fuels Ministry, with Jana Holiday, author of Taking Good Care
Administration is more than paperwork—it’s a spiritual calling. Jana Holiday, author of Taking Good Care: Administration for Christian Formation, explores how stewardship, imagination, and hospitab...
310. Why Do Guests Find Church Visits Intimidating? With Richard Riccardi, author of The Wandering Worshipper
What happens when you visit 33 different churches in a year? Richard Riccardi, author of The Wandering Worshipper, shares his journey of exploring worship spaces, the surprising power of r...
284. How to Talk to Your Inner Critic, with Audrey Davidheiser, author of Grieving Wholeheartedly
Ministry can stir up all kinds of feelings, especially when we’re dealing with conflict, with grief, with change. And the better we understand what’s happening beneath the surface, the better we can lead ourselves—and our people—more thoughtful...
309. How to Build Trust with Today’s Youth, with Josh Packard, author of Faithful futures
Effective youth ministry isn’t about changing more programs—it’s about deep listening and real relationships. Josh Packard, sociologist and researcher, explores how sacred listening transforms faith formation, the unique needs of Gen Z and Gen ...
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Markus thanks for your podcast. I was feeling anxious as a pastor entering Christmas and this conversation really helped. Grace and peace, John Hage
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