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  • Pastors, Don’t Wait Until Retirement to Live Your Legacy (And 3 Ways to Start Today) with Kyle Gabhart

    Pastors, Don’t Wait Until Retirement to Live Your Legacy (And 3 Ways to Start Today) with Kyle Gabhart
    2025/10/22
    What if retirement isn't about fishing and golfing for the rest of your life? In this powerful conversation with legacy strategist Kyle Gabhart, we explore a radically different view of pastors retirement, one rooted in biblical examples and kingdom purpose.
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  • How Financial Freedom Transforms Your Ministry (Not Just Your Bank Account) with Justin Bennett

    How Financial Freedom Transforms Your Ministry (Not Just Your Bank Account) with Justin Bennett
    2025/10/08
    Justin shares powerful stories of transformation, including clients who discovered hope when they finally saw a clear path out of debt, and explains why that "$1,500-2,000 per month in debt payments" most families are making could be redirected toward generosity, family health, and kingdom impact. We also tackle the hard truths about why church plants fail, how financial stress affects pastor's kids, and why 100,000 churches may close in the next decade—often due to financial issues that could have been prevented.
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  • Surrender Control: How Pastors Find True Peace in Letting Go (with Kyle Gabhart)

    Surrender Control: How Pastors Find True Peace in Letting Go (with Kyle Gabhart)
    2025/09/24
    What happens when a 19-year-old pastor's kid from suburban Texas gets dropped into the wilderness of Southern Africa? For Kyle Gabhart, it became a life-changing lesson in surrendering control and discovering God's provision. In this powerful conversation, Kyle shares the story behind his book "The Canteen" and reveals how a desperate moment on an African mountain taught him the difference between self-sufficiency and true dependence on God.
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    27 分
  • Ministry Money Problems? Break the Shame and Find Freedom

    Ministry Money Problems? Break the Shame and Find Freedom
    2025/09/10
    Why do pastors struggle with money? In this eye-opening conversation with financial coach Justin Bennett, we uncover the unique ministry money problems that pastors face in silence.
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  • Quick Guide To Healthy Habits For Pastors And Ministers

    Quick Guide To Healthy Habits For Pastors And Ministers
    2025/08/27
    Show Notes Feeling overwhelmed in ministry? You're not alone. In this powerful conversation, Robert Bass, host of the Healthy Christian Podcast, shares proven strategies for developing healthy habits for pastors that prevent burnout and create sustainable ministry success. Robert brings a unique perspective as a former tennis player, mechanic, and personal trainer turned pastor. He reveals why most ministry leaders struggle with balance and offers practical solutions for physical, mental, and spiritual wellness. For the episode transcript, click here. 00:00:00 - Guest Introduction & Welcome 00:00:55 - Robert Bass\'s Journey to Ministry 00:01:30 - Starting the Healthy Christian Podcast 00:02:05 - Defining True Health for Christians 00:02:59 - Common Barriers to Health in Ministry 00:03:53 - The Impact of Busyness and Balance 00:06:03 - Financial Stress and Ministry Effectiveness 00:06:54 - The Principle of Tithing and Perspective 00:08:13 - Time Management and Prioritizing Relationships 00:11:35 - Practical Habits for Ministry Leaders 00:13:02 - The \'Ideal Week\' and Setting Boundaries 00:16:57 - Stewarding the Body as a Gift 00:19:28 - Integrating Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Health 00:21:34 - Stories of Transformation 00:23:29 - Taking the First Step Toward Health 00:23:51 - Slowing Down to Catch Up to God 00:27:09 - Resources and Closing Remarks What You'll Learn Why "busy" should be a bad word in ministry The difference between time WITH God vs. doing things FOR God How to implement the "Ideal Week" strategy for better time management Why your body is a gift that requires intentional stewardship The connection between financial stress and ministry effectiveness One powerful quote to remember when feeling overwhelmed Key Quote "Slow down to catch up to God" - A transformative principle for overwhelmed ministers Guest Bio Robert Bass is the host of the Healthy Christian Podcast and author of the Hidden Fruit Book. His mission is empowering believers to live fulfilled lives by integrating biblical principles with practical wellness steps, particularly helping pastors avoid burnout and lead from wholeness. Resources Mentioned Books Hidden Fruit Book by Robert Bass Focus: Fruit of the Holy Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience) Free offer: Visit hiddenfruitbook.com and enter code "sample" Concepts/Frameworks The Ideal Week - Time management strategy for ministry leaders Mentioned as being taught by Michael Hyatt Navy SEALs principle: "Slow is smooth and smooth is fast" Scripture References Walking in the Spirit (Galatians 5:16) - "Walk in the spirit and you won't fulfill the desires of the flesh" Body as temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19) Tithing principles Quotes "Slow down to catch up to God" - Key principle for overwhelmed ministers "Fear is afraid of pen and paper" - Encouragement for dealing with the stress and unknown Practical Tools Mentioned Calendar evaluation and planning Intentional meal breaks away from the workspace Exercise scheduling Time tithing practice (36-day fast at beginning of year) Related Concepts for Further Study Physical fitness as spiritual discipline Michael Hyatt's productivity methods Stewardship principles in ministry Work-life balance for church leaders Connect with Robert Bass Podcast: The Healthy Christian Podcast Website: hiddenfruitbook.com Social Media: @Robert A. Bass (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) Book offer: Use code "sample" at hiddenfruitbook.com for free copy Next Steps Start small today—take a five-minute walk, schedule time with God, or evaluate your calendar. Remember: something is better than nothing when building healthy habits for sustainable ministry.
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    29 分
  • Funding Your Faith: Grant Writing 101 for Pastors and Churches

    Funding Your Faith: Grant Writing 101 for Pastors and Churches
    2025/08/13
    A Complete Guide with Ken McQuiller Show Notes Are you leaving money on the table? Many churches and ministries could be accessing grant funding but don't know where to start. In this comprehensive episode, Ken McQuiller—CEO of Nonprofit Missionary and grant writing expert—reveals how faith-based organizations can unlock funding opportunities that complement traditional tithes and offerings. Ken shares his journey from a "lazy urban missionary" who learned grant writing through trial and error to helping organizations secure over $1 million in funding. Discover the three primary sources of grants, practical tools for finding opportunities, and why being faith-based doesn't disqualify you from funding. From afterschool programs and food pantries to workforce development and senior ministry, learn which church initiatives qualify for grants and how to navigate the application process successfully. Ken addresses common misconceptions, ethical considerations, and shares real success stories of churches transforming their community impact through strategic grant funding. Whether you're a pastor curious about grants or ready to dive into applications, this episode provides the roadmap you need to explore this underutilized funding source. 00:00:00 - Introduction to Ken McQuiller 00:01:08 - Ken\'s Journey into Grant Writing 00:04:39 - Understanding Grants for Churches 00:08:55 - Finding and Applying for Grants 00:16:25 - Common Misconceptions and Mistakes 00:23:09 - Ethical Considerations and Success Stories 00:32:50 - Final Advice and Contact Information Click here for the Episode 37 Transcript for Funding Your Faith: Grant Writing 101 for Pastors and Churches What You'll Learn The three primary sources of grant funding (foundations, corporate, and government) Practical tools and strategies for finding grant opportunities Why faith-based organizations CAN receive grants despite common misconceptions Which church programs and initiatives are most likely to qualify for funding Step-by-step process for researching and applying for grants How to build relationships with funders before applying Common mistakes churches make in grant applications Ethical considerations when evaluating potential funders Why grants typically fund 10-20% of program budgets (not 100%) Financial tracking and reporting requirements for grant recipients Key Quotes "For me, I think that grants is probably one of the most underutilized resources by the church. Every church is doing something in the community... and whatever that might be, there are probably a grant or two available for that." - Ken McQuiller "We are unapologetically faith-based. And so when foundations are looking us up and they're looking at our website, that is the first thing that they see and yet they still give to us. So it is possible." - Ken McQuiller "Don't give up. What you're doing is so important to our community, and not just for the community, but for the kingdom of God. And I know it's hard to find funding, but I know what it looks like on the other side, so keep going." - Ken McQuiller About Our Guest Ken McQuiller is the CEO and founder of Nonprofit Missionary, a grant writing business that helps faith-based and community-centered organizations secure funding. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Ken holds a master's degree in nonprofit administration and serves as an associate pastor at the Meeting Place Church. Over the past seven years, he has helped six nonprofits secure over $1 million in funding, transforming volunteer-run programs into organizations with paid staff. Ken is a devoted husband to Shelby and proud father of four, with a passion for helping mission-driven leaders turn vision into strategy and strategy into impact. Resources Mentioned Grant Research Tools: Instrumental - Paid grant search service with faith-based filter Foundation Center Online (Candid) - "The Google of Grant...
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    31 分
  • Pastors, Stress is Stealing Your Money (Steps to Create Healthy Boundaries)

    Pastors, Stress is Stealing Your Money (Steps to Create Healthy Boundaries)
    2025/08/01
    Show Notes In this powerful second part of our conversation with Dr. Ioana Popa, we dive into practical solutions for ministry leaders struggling with financial stress and burnout. Dr. Popa shares her holistic framework for preventing burnout while maintaining healthy money boundaries, revealing how unmet emotional needs sabotage financial decisions and why traditional approaches often fail in ministry contexts. Discover the "beach ball effect" of suppressing financial needs, learn why your wallet and calendar are mirrors of your heart, and get actionable steps for creating sustainable daily rhythms that protect both your ministry effectiveness and family relationships. From the "couch analogy" for managing time and resources to establishing "mini vacations" throughout your day, this episode provides the practical framework ministry leaders need to thrive financially and emotionally. 00:01:00 - Welcome to the Pastors & Money Podcast 00:02:00 - Financial Mindsets and Practical Solutions 00:03:00 - The Brick Illustration and Healthy Financial Boundaries 00:04:00 - Understanding the Connection Between Emotional Needs and Financial Health 00:06:00 - The Importance of Healthy Money Boundaries 00:07:00 - The Beach Ball Analogy: Managing Emotional and Physical Needs 00:08:00 - A Holistic Approach to Healthy Money Boundaries for Pastors 00:10:00 - Managing Emotions and Mind for Better Financial Decisions 00:12:00 - Physical Health and Financial Boundaries 00:15:00 - The Couch Analogy: Managing Time and Financial Resources 00:17:00 - Creating Intentional Financial and Time Boundaries 00:19:00 - Protecting Family Relationships While Setting Healthy Money Boundaries 00:23:00 - Regenerating and Avoiding Burnout 00:26:00 - Resources and Closing Remarks What You'll Learn How suppressed needs (whether financial, relational, physical, etc.) create a "beach ball effect" that eventually explodes Why your wallet and calendar reveal the true condition of your heart The connection between unmet emotional needs and poor money decisions How to apply a holistic body-mind-heart-soul approach to financial wellness Practical strategies for setting healthy boundaries around time and money The "couch analogy" for understanding resource allocation and transition times Why your family is your first ministry and how to protect those relationships A simple 4-times-daily rhythm for preventing burnout while maintaining boundaries How to create intentional "spontaneous giving" budgets that serve others without sacrificing stability Key Quotes "When we don't take care of some needs, they're really gonna pop up like a beach ball. How long can we hold it under water? It is just gonna pop even more with vengeance." - Dr. Ioana Popa "Your wallet and your calendar is kind of like a mirror, right? You can see your priorities, you can see where your heart is. Well, if your heart's in trouble, it's gonna show up in your finances." - Joy Suzanne Hunt "Whatever you say yes to, you actually say no to something else. So think of it as a room, like, if I'm gonna bring two more couches in this already crowded room, where am I gonna move around?" - Dr. Ioana Popa "Time is the only non-renewable resource. You can go make more money... But time is all you got. We all get the same amount." - Joy Suzanne Hunt About Our Guest Dr. Ioana Popa is a national board-certified life and leadership coach, physician, psychiatrist, and spiritual care provider with a Master's in Theology. As co-founder of Team for the Soul and host of the Thriving in Christ Podcast, Dr. Ioana helps Christian professionals and ministry leaders prevent burnout and build sustainable habits for kingdom work. Her approach uniquely integrates science, psychology, and Christian faith through programs like Renewal in Action and one-on-one coaching. Resources Mentioned Team for the Soul: teamforthesoul.com
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    29 分
  • Why Ministry Leaders Struggle with Money (Burnout Makes it Worse)

    Why Ministry Leaders Struggle with Money (Burnout Makes it Worse)
    2025/07/16
    Discover the three phases of stress response that ministry leaders experience, why the "hidden burnout" phase is so dangerous, and how unmet emotional needs drive poor money decisions.
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