Pastors Thriving | Ministry, Leadership, Discipleship, Church Growth, Small Church Strategies

Hey Pastor! Ever feel like your church is doing a lot of stuff but not really making disciples? You’re running programs, hosting small groups, and pouring hours into your messages, but real transformation still feels out of reach. The problem? Most churches try to disciple everyone the same way—and end up reaching no one effectively. In this episode, I’m breaking down why a broad discipleship appr...

Hey Pastor In this intriguing episode, we dive into the unexpected but powerful intersection of hypnotherapy and church growth with our guest, Robin Stoltman. We explore how hypnotherapy can be a game-changer for pastors, church leaders, and congregations looking to overcome mental blocks, improve focus, and enhance spiritual growth. Robin shares insights into how hypnotherapy can help individuals...

Hey Pastors Have you ever felt like your sermons aren’t landing the way you want them to? Maybe engagement is low, responses are minimal, or people seem to forget your message by Monday. That changes today. In this episode of Pastors Thriving , Kevin shares 3 simple but powerful ways to preach more effective sermons —and you’ll start seeing results this weekend ! Discover how better preparation, a...

Hey Pastor Toxic church culture is a growing concern, and as pastors, we have to ask the tough question: Am I leading one? Many pastors don’t realize they’re fostering unhealthy environments until it’s too late . In this episode of Pastors Thriving , Kevin breaks down 7 warning signs that indicate you might be leading a toxic church and, more importantly, how to turn things around before it’s too...

Hey Pastor, Outreach and missions are at the heart of every ministry. There are always people who need to be reached—but who are they, and how do we reach them effectively? On this episode of Pastors Thriving , I’m joined by Pastor Jerry Morales , Senior Pastor at Victory Outreach in Santa Cruz, CA . Jerry has a deep passion for reaching the hopeless in his community, and today, he’s sharing how y...

Hey Pastor! The idea of success in the church stirs up strong opinions. Should pastors even pursue success? If so, what does it actually look like? In this episode of Pastors Thriving , Kevin unpacks the tension between worldly vs. biblical success , challenges unhealthy metrics, and offers practical ways to measure true, kingdom-impacting success . If you’ve ever felt conflicted about what it mea...

Hey Pastor! In this episode, I sit down with Patricia Stepler, who shares her insights on the law of attraction and manifestation from a biblical perspective. Patricia breaks down these popular concepts and explains how they align with biblical teachings, offering a fresh perspective on how to intentionally create the life you desire. We discuss how faith, positive thinking, and speaking God's pro...

Hey Pastor How does your church approach missions? My first exposure to missions back in high school completely changed my life, shaping my heart for global impact. In today’s episode, I want to help you refine your church’s missions focus and share some key insights from my recent trip to Africa. In this episode, I reflect on my recent trip to Africa, sharing key moments that inspired and challen...

Hey Pastor! Your mindset determines your ministry’s impact—but it’s your daily practices that keep it in check. In Part 2 of The 7 Mindset Shifts Every Pastor Needs to Thrive , I'm going to dive into actionable, daily strategies that will help you maintain a healthy, thriving mindset. Whether you're struggling with self-doubt, burnout, or just the pressures of leadership, these practical steps wil...

Hey Pastor! Your mindset is the foundation of your ministry. In this episode of Pastors Thriving , I will share 7 daily mindset shifts that every pastor needs to adopt in order to lead with confidence, overcome self-doubt, and stay energized for the long haul. If you’ve ever struggled with feelings of inadequacy, burnout, or the weight of ministry responsibilities, this episode will give you pract...

Hey Pastor, Money and ministry—two words that often create tension for pastors. But what if financial growth wasn’t about greed, but about greater impact? In this episode of Pastors Thriving , I'm going to share practical and biblically sound strategies for increasing your income in 2025 without sacrificing your integrity, your time, or your primary purpose. Learn how to diversify your income, cre...

Hey Pastor! Are you measuring church growth the right way, or have you been seeing it through a limiting lens? In this episode of Pastors Thriving , I'm going to challenge common perspectives on church growth with four crucial insights that will reshape how you approach ministry expansion. Learn why growth isn’t just about numbers, why leadership development is a game-changer, how over-programming...

What does real-life discipleship look like? In this episode, I share my favorite discipleship story —a powerful example of how one transformed life can spark an incredible ripple effect. This story isn’t just inspiring; it’s a reminder of what’s possible when discipleship is done right. Whether you're looking for hope, encouragement, or a fresh perspective, this episode will reignite your passion...

Hey Pastor New Year, new opportunities to help many more people take specific steps to follow Jesus. Every church is looking for the best dynamic ways to help people take these steps and I want to help. Are your church programs truly creating disciples, or just filling seats? In this episode, we unpack 3 critical mindset shifts every pastor needs to move from simply running programs to multiplying...

Pastor, You're going to love this episode. Caleb and I are going to drill deep into pressing issues of apologetics that are confronting the culture today. This episode is going to stretch your thinking and give you pointed help in the direction of what you are facing. Get a notebook and prepare yourself to take notes on this content that is going to empower you toward growth. If you'd like to reac...

April D. Metzler is the founder of Intentionally Teachable Leaders, LLC, a leadership strategist, speaker, and host of The R.S.V.P. Show. She empowers business, ministry, and community leaders to lead with purpose, clarity, and strategy through her signature frameworks: F.O.C.U.S., R.A.I.S.E., and STRATEGY. Known for fostering unity and collaboration, April equips leaders to elevate their impact a...

Hey Pastor! We're just a few days into the new year. You're already neck deep into movement and preaching, planning and strategizing for how this year is going to be your best year yet. Spend a few minutes with me on this podcast and let me talk you through a few specifics about how to face and focus on just that. You'll want to have a legal pad with you so you can take some notes and document you...

Pastor, let me introduce you to my new friend, Brad. I think you're going to gain a new friend from this also. Brad has a powerful message to share with you in this podcast today and you're going to walk away feeling encouraged, inspired and motivated to go do some introspection in a clear new way. Grab something to write with and let's get to work! If you'd like to reach out to Brad, and learn mo...

Hey Pastor! Welcome back to my show! Thanks for joining me today. I'm elated to get you introduced to my new friend Karla. We share some commonality with Costa Rica as she's a Tica and my family lived there back in '07-'08. Karla has become an icon in the Leadership Development world and she has some amazing benchmark content for you to use in your church. She also has mastered a plan and written...

Hey Pastor, Ninety percent of pastors surveyed are indicating that their churches are apathetic and indifferent about what's taking place in church today. They just don't care! Nothing frustrates a pastor more than giving his best only to see the people who comprise the church tell him, "Hey, that was a good talk" and walk out the door. There is a better way pastor and I want to help you press int...

Hey Pastor Thanks for joining me today. Meet my friend, Kenny. He's got a long tenure in ministry and gave so much of himself to it before he had a stroke that brought everything into question. What do you do when everything needs to change!? Kenny had to go through some life altering transitions and he's has some great advice for you to know and some excellent help to provide and equip you with w...

Hey Pastor! How would you like to lose everything? Yeah, I didn't think so! Me either! Today in my show, I'm going to get downright transparent and vulnerable with you and talk you through some of my own story in hopes to help you! Let's do this together and see to it that we get through it safe and sound. I read a portion of my forthcoming book in this show. I'm aiming to be done with it by the e...

Hey Pastor! David Swihart is passionate about mobilizing Christians to unleash their voice so they can tell their story to their audience to make an impact for the kingdom of God. David owns his own coaching and training business, Next Steps Coaching, and is currently the senior pastor at Pawnee Christian Church in Pawnee, IL. David is a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team member, a DISC certified b...

Hey Pastor Oh the holidays! So much fun, So much work to do! Today, my wife, Crystal and I are going to join together and take you through the fun we had during the holiday season. Sure they are filled with all the memories, but as you may well know, they can also be filled with frustration and overwhelm! Well, let's work on that and bring some healthy resolutions to this Christmas season. We're g...

Hey Pastor. There are a few phrases you already know you should not use. I didn't realize how debilitating this particular one was for me but when I saw it, I put a total stop to it altogether. It's actually the core purpose behind the book I am preparing to release. I had no idea how much this simple like was wrecking my thinking, my action, and even my family! ( There was one point where I liter...