In this episode of Pivotal Decisions, Stan sits down with Mark Clifton, Senior Director of Replanting at the North American Mission Board (NAMB), to explore the hard but holy work of revitalizing dying churches. Mark shares the pivotal decisions that shaped his calling, the challenges of replanting in a post-Christian culture, and why no church is too far gone when the gospel is at the center.

Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or simply passionate about seeing the local church thrive, this conversation will encourage you to rethink failure, embrace obscurity, and lean into God's redemptive work — even in the most unlikely places.

In this special episode, Stan sits down with his son, Briggs, for a fun and insightful conversation about the upcoming college football season. Together, they look at the storylines, players, and teams that could shape the year ahead.

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just getting ready for kickoff, this father-son conversation is filled with energy, predictions, and a few laughs along the way.

In this episode of Pivotal Decisions, Stan tackles a struggle we all face from time to time—a bad attitude. Whether it's negativity, bitterness, or frustration, your mindset can shape your life more than you realize. The good news? You’re not stuck. With practical steps and biblical insight, this episode offers encouragement and tools to help you adjust your attitude and align it with God's purpose for your life.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• A bad attitude is not permanent—it’s within your power to change.
• Your attitude reflects your heart, your beliefs, and your trust in God.

🛠️ Practical Tips to Fix a Bad Attitude:

1. Acknowledge your attitude needs adjustment.
2. Stop blaming others—own your mindset.
3. Identify triggers that spark negativity.
4. Desire real change—it starts with wanting it.
5. Challenge and replace negative thoughts with truth.
6. Build life-giving habits that promote positivity.
7. Surround yourself with uplifting people.
8. Show grace to yourself in the process.
9. Visualize a better future with a new mindset.
10. Practice gratitude every day.
11. Use positive self-talk rooted in God’s Word.
12. Reject a victim mentality—you are more than your circumstances.
13. Remember: this is temporary—keep perspective.
14. Engage in daily prayer and mindfulness.