Fly on the Wall Podcast With Chris Sonksen

One of the keys to break through church growth barriers is having the right people in the right seats, but how do you know if you have the right people? Tune in to episode 53 of the Fly on the Wall podcast as Pastor Chris Sonksen sits down with Pastor David Amsden of Navigation Church to discuss the critical areas for church growth. In this coaching conversation they discuss challenges like: commu...

On episode 52 of the Fly on the Wall podcast, join Pastor Chris and Pastor Mike as they delve into the crucial topic of developing a clear and compelling vision for your church. Gone are the days of borrowing other pastors' visions. It's time to create your own unique vision that is aligned with God's will and keeps your church moving forward. But how do you go about doing that? Dur...

There's no question about it, your church may need to add a second service if you want to keep reaching new people, but starting a new service before you ask some critical questions could be costly.  Listen in on episode 51 of the Fly on the Wall podcast as Pastor Chris sits down with Pastor Louie of Harbor Christian Center to discuss the key questions your church needs to work through before...

If you're looking to grow your church, you may want to focus on engagement rather than attendance. And more than ever, churches need to have a strategy on how they are going to help their people take next steps. Join Pastor Chris as he sits down with Pastor TJ of Heart Revolution church to discuss the changing landscape of ministry, and the steps pastors can take in laying out an engagement s...

Whether adding a new service, hiring new staff, or adding a new campus, pastors must know how to calculate risk. In episode 49 of the Fly on the Wall podcast, Pastor Chris Sonksen sits down with Pastor Bo to discuss the best time to take a risk with your church.  During this coaching call, you will learn two key questions to ask before you take a risk and a framework to walk through before adding...

In episode 48 of the Fly on the Wall podcast, Pastor Chris Sonksen sits down with Pastor Seth Dee to discuss the art of casting a vision. Pastor Chris shares his step-by-step guide to casting a compelling vision to your church.    Plus, Pastor Chris and Seth discuss how to align your staff to clear values to keep the team rowing in the same direction. Finally, Chris will share tips on how to daily...

In episode 47 of the Fly on the Wall podcast, we're diving into a topic that many pastors struggle with: dealing with insecurity. Pastor Chris shares his own experiences and insights on how to navigate feelings of self-doubt and insecurity as a leader in the church. You'll learn that even though people may have a presence in your life, you don't have to give them passage to your min...

In episode 46 of the Fly on the Wall podcast, Pastor Chris sits down with Pastor Corbin Huffman of Life Change Church in Ohio to discuss the challenges of maintaining momentum in your church. It's one thing to create momentum, but it's another to keep it going.  Tune in now on your favorite podcast app. Listen in as Pastor Chris discusses the important role that values and voice play in...

Conflict is an inevitable part of church leadership, but it's how we handle it that makes all the difference In the latest episode of the Fly on the Wall podcast, host Chris Sonksen sits down with Pastor Dereck Owens to talk about how to handle conflict with candor and care. Listen in as he guides you in balancing leadership and friendship and identifying the signs of leader drift. If you&apo...

In episode 44 of The Fly on the Wall podcast, Pastor Chris sits down with Pastor David Aguilar for a coaching conversation on dealing with pain in church ministry. As pastors and leaders, we often face challenging situations that can take a toll on our emotional and physical well-being. In this episode, Pastor Chris shares practical tips and strategies for navigating pain in ministry and offers gu...

Every pastor wants their church to make a positive impact on their community, but sometimes it can be difficult to know where to begin.  In this week's coaching session, Pastor Chris talks with Pastor Toby Ray of Vista Assembly in San Diego, California about strategies on reaching and impacting your community.  If you're looking for ways to reach out and connect with your community, take...

Adding a second service to your church can make or break it. If you time it well, you'll see growth, but too soon and you'll experience disastrous results.   In this week's coaching session, Pastor Chris talks with Pastor Tom Groot of Faith Church in Sandusky, Ohio about the key indicators of adding a second service to a church. Take a listen to learn the three things you must exper...

When a church doesn't have a plan to appreciate and care for their volunteers, it will lead to massive burnout.  Listen in on this week's coaching session as Pastor Chris sits down with Pastor Dan Edwards of Gateway Church in Columbus, Ohio to discuss practical tips on developing healthy volunteer teams. The Fly on the Wall podcast can be found on all major podcast streaming platforms....

Among the most important things a church leader can do is lead volunteers. However, most staff tend to develop doers rather than leaders. In order for your church to grow, you must learn how to develop a team of leaders.  Pastor Chris sits down with Pastor Joe Grubbs of New Life Church in Ashland, Ohio for this week's coaching session. Listen in, as Pastor Chris gives practical tips on how to...

Our culture is changing fast, and it's left a lot of us wondering "How does the church respond?"   Join in on this week's coaching session as Pastor Chris sits down with Pastor Eric Montoya of the Grove Church in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Listen, as Pastor Chris challenges us to see our response to the culture with a different perspective.  The Fly on the Wall podcast can be found...

Back by demand, we compiled our top coaching sessons on developing volunteer teams. Listen in on Episode 38 of the Fly on the Wall Podcast as we recap the top coaching sessions on leading volunteers. Pastor Chris will coach you in discovering potential volunteer leaders and leading staff like they are volunteers. The Fly on the Wall podcast can be found on Spotify, Apple, and Google Podcasts. 👍🏼...

What is your congregation expecting from you?  As a pastor, you may feel like you have to be everything to everyone, but that isn't realistic. What is the most effective way to manage not only congregation expectations of you, but also your own expectations of them?  In episode 37 of the Fly on the Wall Podcast, I coach Pastor Phil Knauer on setting realistic expectations. Take a listen as I...

🔍 How to recognize potential leaders in your ministry. Raising up a leader before they're ready could be disasterous. When promoting future leaders, there are some key signs to look for. In episode 36 of the Fly on the Wall Podcast, I coach Pastor Nate Gagne on when to promote leaders. Join me as I coach you on how to recognize and develop future leaders. The Fly on the Wall podcast can be f...

You have heard the stats, more pastors are quitting than ever before. So how do you stay in the game without burning out?  On Episode 35 of the Fly on the Wall podcast, I sit down with Pastor Brandon Bennett as we discuss how to balance ministry and family.  Listen in as I describe one key to keeping your ministry and family life healthy.  The Fly on the Wall podcast can be found on Spotify, Apple...

Church values...staff values...what's the difference? On Episode 34 of the Fly on the Wall podcast, I sit down with Pastor Scott Anderson of City Church as we discuss the difference between church values and staff values. Listen in as I explain the difference, and how you can develop staff values that lead your church forward.  The Fly on the Wall podcast can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcas...

There's a tendency to avoid the difficult conversations because...well...they're really hard. On episode 33 of the Fly on the Wall podcast, I coach Toby Ray of Vista Assembly on how to have difficult conversations. Take a listen for practical tips on how to handle your next tough conversation. Find the Fly on the Wall podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Youtube. 👍🏼 Follow us on social media...

 When the enemy takes a run at your church, he won’t do it through those who attend it; he will do it through those who lead it. In episode 32 of the Fly on the Wall podcast, I sit down with David McLain of Bridge Church in Austin Texas to discuss the subtle signs of leader drift.  Listen in, as I'll unpack the 6 subtle behaviors that tear teams apart, and help equip you in recognizing the si...

As a church leader, you need to be careful about how and where your time is spent.  Church leaders often face the challenge of spreading themselves too thin when it comes to meeting with leaders and others in their congregation. On episode 31, Pastor Joshua of Zoe Church in Los Angeles, California and I discuss a strategy for scheduling your time and bridging generational divides. 👍🏼 Follow us o...

As church leaders, you make tough decisions weekly, but how do you know you're making the right decision on a complex issue? Listen in on this coaching conversation with Pastor Kent Barnard of Grace Outreach in New Mexico as I give practical tips on making tough decisions you won't regret. 👍🏼 Follow us on social media  + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/church.boom + Facebook: http...

Church leadership can be challenging. But if you know how to build momentum, you can make your church thrive! In this episode, Chris shares tips and tricks for building momentum in your church. 👍🏼 Follow us on social media  + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/church.boom + Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mychurchboom + Website: https://www.churchboom.org 👋 About Us Fly on the Wall Podcast...