Growing Up In Ministry

Andrew and Johnny have their brother-in-law Kurt on the podcast to discuss side hustles. Kurt has had  many different experiences in making side income while maintaining a healthy balance in ministry. If you're looking for some secondary income, this episode is a great start. 

After the guys talked about the good times in youth ministry, this episode they discuss the not so good experiences of their nearly 20 years of combined youth ministry. They discuss poorly planned activities, and even discuss the failures of the church's approach to youth ministry. 

The guys discuss some of the highlights of their time serving in youth ministry. They discuss activities that went well, to spiritual gains they witnessed, and many other topics on youth ministry. 

Andrew and Johnny have a conversation with their brother-in-law Dan Carr JR. They discuss Christians involvement with politics. Should we get involved? If we do, how and where do we start? 

If you could sit down with someone who has served as an executive pastor of a church running 700-800 and a school with 400-500 students and is currently a business executive overseeing hundreds of employees, what would you ask? In this episode Andrew has a conversation with Nick Greene that will be a challenge to any leader. 

Johnny and Andrew discuss how to get past the summer slump. How do you get all age groups to stay involved all summer long? How do you keep your workers engaged and fresh? Tune in to hear the conversation on these and a few other summer time topics. 

The guys discuss their frustration with the current political climate in ministry circles. While there is a need to be a contender for the faith, there is too much fighting amongst ministry leaders today. Are you like them feeling somewhere in the middle? You aren't alone.

In their conversation with Pastor Dean Miller, Andrew and Johnny discuss transition in ministry. How does the conversation go with your spouse? How and when do you bring it up to your pastor? Get the answers to these and many more questions in this special interview episode. 

Johnny and Andrew discuss the different causes of procrastination. Learn how to avoid procrastination. Why do we want things to be done at a higher quality? Because we are here to bring Glory to God. 

Johnny and Andrew discuss what worked and what didn't for each of their 2021 Easter services. They also discuss some ideas to implement for Easter 2022.

Andrew and Johnny interview a close friend, Pastor Mark Boyd. He is the pastor of Sunview Baptist Church in Pelham, AL. He gives great philosophical insight on how God has allowed him to reach the middle class. 

Andrew and Johnny discuss what it was like growing up in a ministry home. While sharing several dangers of being a ministry kid, the guys encourage those that are currently raising children in ministry. It doesn't have to be a choice between ministry or your family, God has called you to minister WITH your family. 

Andrew and Johnny discuss the danger of comparison when it comes to the ministry. Comparing your church, your staff, and your leadership abilities are all very dangerous. If you feel like you are not as good as others, remember God sees you as a Masterpiece! We are not living for the approval of man, but instead living to bring glory to God. Join us for this encouraging episode reminding all of us that God has made us unique and special! 

Have you ever been criticized? The truth is if you have been in church work for any length of time then the answer is YES! How do you handle criticism in a Biblical and helpful way? Listen in as Johnny and Andrew discuss practical ways to deal with criticism in the ministry. 

Andrew and Johnny are joined by Kurt Copeland to discuss his experience in ministry. Kurt Copeland served at the Franklin Rd. Baptist Church in Murfreesboro, TN for close to 30 years. He is a nationally sought after speaker for youth events, church revivals, and marriage retreats.  This episode discusses longevity in ministry, pride, and much more... 

We flashback to a challenge given by Gabe Ruhl to the pastoral staff at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Theodore,Al.  Gabe Ruhl is the executive pastor at Lancaster Baptist Church with Pastor Paul Chappell and on this episode he helps us identify practical ways to "Catch Our Pastors Heart"

What is the primary role of the Assistant Pastor? Johnny and Andrew discuss different characteristics of the Assistant Pastor. (Growth, Stability, Communication, accountability, disagreements, honor)

What is the primary role of the Assistant Pastor? Johnny and Andrew discuss different characteristics of the Assistant Pastor. (Loyalty, Balancing Family Time, Willingness, Support)

Andrew and Johnny share their testimony and a short summary of their ministry experience.

Two brothers-in-law having a conversation about church ministry. We have grown up in ministry, with our parents serving in church work. We have also grown up in the last decade plus of serving in ministry.