Navigating Change With Shane and Mike

“Enough” is an interesting word.  When we can stand no more we declare that “We have had enough.”  When things are going well we say “We can't get enough.”  There is another sense of “enough” found through Jesus. These are the “enough's” that keep us going, hold us steady and enable us to maintain spiritual equilibrium in our lives. Shane and Mike discuss four spiritual “enough's.”

The Jesus movement of the 1970's changed millions of lives. Shane's dad, Fred Bishop, was a central figure in the Southern Illinois Jesus movement! Join us as Fred shares about his powerful encounter with the Holy Spirit, the impact and resistance of the Jesus movement in Southern Illinois and the fruit that remains today!  

There is nothing wrong with seasons of discouragement. They are a natural and normal part of serving God in a fallen world and can be catalysts for significant growth. But discouragement must never become your permanent address. That address is “life and life abundant.” Shane and Mike give four words of encouragement to Christians who might be feeling discouraged.

Church can't just be a place for folks who "have it all together." There are just not enough of these folks around and the ones who have it together today may well lose their grip this week. Shane and Mike discuss how the church is a place for any person who wishes to seek God no matter their pain, issues or needs.   

There are all types of teachings and ideas about God floating around America today. Many of those ideas are not biblical, yet they get traction in our culture. Why is that? How can we recognize these theological viruses? Shane and Mike discuss how you can identify the viruses and stay spiritually healthy.

Whether it was last year, earlier this year, or even next year, turbulent times are all around us. How do we make it through the turbulence without getting sick?  In this Episode, Shane and Mike discuss the final three ways to navigate turbulent times. 

Whether it was last year, earlier this year, or next year, turbulent times are all around us. How do we make it through the turbulence without getting sick? In this Episode, Shane and Mike discuss three of the six ways to navigate turbulent times. 

How have you been using your words lately? Words are powerful. They have the ability to build up or tear down. Join Shane and Mike as they discuss the power of words and show how words used the right way may change your life in a substantially. 

It doesn't matter if you are a Christian or not, we all have to deal with stress. Finding the right way to navigate stress will make all the difference for you.  Join Shane and Mike as they share how to deal with stress in our daily lives. 

It's been said the best time to place an oak tree was yesterday. The second best time is today! You can make choices today that will change the outcome of your life. Join Shane and Mike for Part II of this episode and you'll discover 5 choices that will be a game changer for your life.  

It's been said the best time to place an oak tree was yesterday. The second best time is today! You can make choices today that will change the outcome of your life. Join Shane and Mike for Part I of this episode and you'll discover 5 choices that will be a game changer for your life.

Do you have the “get it done gear?” We all need it, but it can be hard to develop and maintain. Shane and Mike discuss identifying when it's time to work harder than usual and give tips for sustaining high level work. 

It's easy to become distracted by what others have; a better job, more money, stronger relationships. But, when we fixate on what we don't have, it can make us miss the opportunities God has given us. Shane and Mike discuss the importance of finding contentment and how it opens up new doors of opportunity.  

If you are a leader you are going to be criticized. Period. And if you are a significant leader you are going to be criticized significantly. In this episode, Shane and Mike give 5 spiritual ways that will help you lead when criticism comes your way. 

If you are a leader you are going to be criticized. Period. And if you are a significant leader you are going to be criticized significantly. In this episode, Shane and Mike give 5 practical ideas that will help you lead when criticism comes your way.

On this week's episode, Shane is in Israel on a pilgrimage and talks to Mike from Jerusalem. They talk about past trips to the Holy Land, the importance of going on a pilgrimage and some funny stories from Shane's trip. To hear more from Shane or Mike visit revshanebishop.com or revmikewoo.com

Shane and Mike are live from the Fairview Heights Chapel sharing 5 tips about how you can have an incredible Christmas. The episode is based off of Shane's blog “How to Own Christmas Week (and stay sane doing it)”you can find it at revshanebishop.com

Pastor, author, scholar and national leader in the Methodist movement, Dr. Maxie Dunnam joins Shane and Mike. Maxie shares how God called him to impossible tasks, his hope for the future of Methodism and a few personal stories that he has never talked about publicly. To hear more from Maxie, visit his website https://maxiedunnam.com or search for his book The Workbook of Living Prayer. 

Most Christians don't want to talk about money, but stewardship is a vital part of our discipleship. That is why we brought in the Stewardship Coach, Mark Brooks. Mark has been helping churches with stewardship for decades. He shares about the importance of generosity, church giving trends post-covid and the future of giving. To hear more from Mark, go to https://acts17generosity.com

Carolyn felt called to lead early in her life, but lacked a community that could support her as a woman leader. Hear Carolyn's story, her passion to help people recovering from addiction and how her new book is the guide she needed early in life. Check out Carolyn's new book When Women Lead  https://my.seedbed.com/product/when-women-lead/

Dr. Ted Bryant, Sr. Pastor of Granger Community Church, joins Shane and Mike. Ted went from being a Professor to Kid's Minster, to becoming the Sr. Pastor of a Megachurch. Ted has discovered through the twist and turns of his journey that God is faithful and will never waste any part of our lives. To hear more from Ted visit  Home - Granger Community Church

Ashley is the president of Cliff College in England, an ordained minister and has the heart of an evangelist. Ashley shares with Shane and Mike about finding his passion through every season of life, the importance of going where God is leading, Christianity in the UK and the future hope of Methodism. You are now going to want to miss this interview. To hear more from Ashley visit https://www.cliffcollege.ac.uk  

What does it take to build a legacy? It starts with finding what you love and helping others. Shane shares about building a legacy and about his three new books. If you want to learn more visit revshanebishop.com

The Autumn air, the leaves showing new colors, can you sense the change in season? Whatever season you are in, it's time to fall into God. Shane and Mike share their thoughts about following God over the years of their lives and ministry and how you can grow in your faith in whatever season you are in.  

Reminiscing about the past can be so sweet. The songs from our youth, old movies, good times with friends and family can be beautiful memories to reflect on. Yet, reminisce too much and you may find yourself stuck in yesteryear. Shane and Mike discuss how you can forge ahead and not let the past hold you back.  

The playing surface for churches is constantly changing. Shane and Mike discuss some of the latest trends on church attendance, small groups, volunteerism, and giving in churches around the country. 

The world is chaotic. Our jobs and lives can feel like they are speeding us along a million miles per hour. There are times we have to pull to the side of the road and rest. In this episode, Shane and Mike talk about the need for rest and how to rest well.

Who wants to go through a tragedy? No one! Yet tragedy touches all of our lives. How do we process through it, and do our best to prepare for it? Shane and Mike have four solid building blocks to help you, or anyone you know going through tragedy. 

Social Media has become the new trophy case for success and it is filled one post at a time. The messages are clear; I have friends, I am happy, I have new things, my kids are talented, and on and on. Is this success? No. It's time to rethink success. Join Shane and Mike for the second part of “Rethinking Success.” 

Social Media has become the new trophy case for success and it is filled one post at a time. The messages are clear; I have friends, I am happy, I have new things, my kids are talented, and on and on. Is this success? No. It's time to rethink success. Join Shane and Mike as they take you through the first episode of “Rethinking Success.”

NCSM Episode 44: Part III. How to get Ahead in Life. Perhaps there are easy daily practices that can put you ahead in life. Join Shane and Mike for their final tips on easy ways to get ahead in life. It is based off Shane's blog “Want to get ahead in life.” You can find it at revshanebishop.com

NCSM Episode 43: Part II. How to get Ahead in Life. Do you feel that you are always behind the eight-ball? Are the right opportunities not coming your way? There are easy daily practices that can put you ahead in life. Join Shane and Mike in the next part of their discussion as on ways to get ahead. It is based off Shane's blog “Want to get ahead in life.” You can find it at revshanebishop.com

Are the right opportunities not coming your way? Do you feel that you are always behind the eight-ball? Perhaps there are easy daily practices that can put you ahead in life. Join Shane and Mike as they discuss easy ways to get ahead. It is based off Shane's blog “Want to get ahead in life.” You can find it at

A new year is an opportunity to have a psychological fresh start. Shane and Mike discuss how you can start off the new year in a way that will make you feel grateful and positive. Welcome to 2022! 

We all know Christmas events and family gatherings can be stressful. Shane and Mike want to suggest Christmas events and family gatherings can be pretty good…even wonderful!   Like anything else in life, things will go better for you if you apply some common-sense to your situation! This episode is based off of Shane's blog, “A Dozen Pre-Christmas Hacks.” You can find the blog at revshanebishop.com.   

Handling the Holidays with Licensed Counselor Wendy Arneson: The lights, the food, the family and the good cheer...for some of us. Let's face it, not all of us are merry during the holidays. On this episode, Shane and Mike talk with their friend Wendy Arneson and look to navigate through the difficulties the holidays bring. 

If you are a Christian, you were created to lead during a crisis. Shane and Mike discuss the final five ways to lead well when a crisis is at our doorstep. The Episode is based on Shane's blog “Leading the church in Crisis.” You can find the blog post at revshanebishop.com

If you are a Christian, you were created to lead during a crisis. Shane and Mike discuss five ways to lead well when a crisis is at our doorstep. The Episode is based on Shane's blog “Leading the church in Crisis.” You can find the blog post at revshanebishop.com

Recently Shane spent time talking with pastors around the country about what's happening in churches as covid lifts. One thing is for sure, change is a part of the church's present and future. Based off of Shane's blog “A Dozen Things I am Seeing in Churches (Post Resurrection 2021). Read it at revshanebishop.com 

What does it mean to be a good man? Is it possible for a person who has grown up without a father to become a good man? It is. Shane and Mike define Biblical manhood and give tips on how to grow into the man God intended. 

There are many differences in how Boomers and Millennials think, especially about work environments. Should a workplace be like a family? Previous generations didn't think so, but it may be necessary for millennials. Shane and Mike discuss how the Boomers and Millennials can work like a family and still get the job done. Also, hear the results of Shane and Mike's softball game! 

Cellphones, social media, work, and our families are always competing for our time. Living intentionally is an important part of our daily lives.  Shane and Mike discuss the importance of staying present where we are and visit Mike's 1 ½ year football high school career. Also, click on the link to enter into the '47 Brand Hat giveaway in June! https://kingsumo.com/g/lyod2p/navigating-change-with-shane-and-mike-47-brand-hat-giveaway

Often, we don’t think we will ever get to the other side of conflict, but there is hope! In part 2 of their conversation, Shane and Mike dig into 6 practical steps for resolving conflict. 

Fighting, arguing, and not seeing eye to eye happens daily for all of us. Followers of Jesus must handle conflict in a different way than the world. The good news? Jesus gives us a process to follow. Shane and Mike talk about how to handle conflict in a Biblical way in part 1 of their conversation.

Marriage involves flawed parents, raising flawed kids, in a flawed world. Is there hope? Our guest Melissa Bishop shares with us some keys to raising children that will fall in love with Jesus. 

Need help in your marriage? Our guest today is Shane’s ministry partner and wife Melissa Bishop. Melissa and Shane have been married for almost forty-years. They have seen the ups and downs of marriage. Through it all, they have developed a stronger relationship with God and each other. They believe you can too. 

Are you having trouble understanding Millennials or Baby Boomers? Understanding and speaking to another generation can be difficult. The truth is, the young and old need one another. Shane and Mike discuss the similarities, shared values, and differences between Millennials and Baby Boomers. 

In this episode, Shane and Mike take time talking tackle trending topics from a Christian Worldview.   

Breaking Spiritual Inertia and Snowvid 2021.  Are you in a spiritual rut? It is going to take intentionality to get out of it. Shane and Mike discuss the importance of breaking spiritual inertia, post-covid.  

Are you feeling drained? You are likely in need of an Emotional Recharge. Charging our emotional batteries is something that we need to do on a regular basis. Shane and Mike will give you a few tips on charging your emotional batteries. 

Building bridges. Divisions among us are highlighted every day in the news and on social media; how do we find commonality with those who differ from us? How do we begin to build those types of relationships? Shane and Mike discuss.