Bi-vocational Ministry: The Art & Beauty of Balance

In this engaging last episode of Ministry Strong Season Two, Lisa and Adam focus on a topic rarely discussed in spiritual circles: How to find joy and incorporate fun in your calling. What is the key to infusing service with celebration? Is there an appropriate place for fun in ministry life? Are there any benefits to having a more lighthearted approach to your spiritual work? Listen in to discover the secret for experiencing both impact and fulfillment in your ministry journey! Links:God KnowsConnect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong InstagramConnect with Adam:WebsiteAdam’s InstagramAdam’s TwitterAdam’s Facebook

  Have you ever heard the term, “PK?” Lisa Whittle and Adam Weber dive into the nuances of being a PK (or Pastor’s kid) and how raising children in any ministry environment can have a profound impact on their lives.  Having experienced these dynamics first hand – Lisa as a pastor's kid and Adam as a pastor with kids – they provide valuable insight on how to be authentic, how to navigate criticism, and how to prioritize a child's spiritual well-being while serving in ministry.  If you’re actively in ministry and looking to create healthy family dynamics and strong spiritual foundations for your home  – this episode is for you!Links:God Knows Connect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong InstagramConnect with Adam:WebsiteAdam’s InstagramAdam’s TwitterAdam’s Facebook

People offer opinions whether we ask for them or not, and often, it can be unhelpful and even damaging. For those in ministry, dealing with the varying opinions of leadership, staff, volunteers, congregation members, and the local community can be overwhelming.  In this episode, Lisa and Adam discuss how opinions influence our work, whose opinions matter, and what responsibility we bear to differentiate between helpful counsel versus personal opinions. Connect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong InstagramConnect with Adam:WebsiteAdam’s InstagramAdam’s TwitterAdam’s Facebook

Whether one spouse or both spouses work in ministry, the demands of modern ministry can often put a strain on a relationship. In this episode, Lisa and Adam offer much-needed hope, wisdom and encouragement to couples who are experiencing tension related to their calling and commitments. Together, they discuss what it looks like for couples to embrace “God-sized” dreams versus falling victim to the enemy’s plans for their marriage. Listen in to discover the one word all couples in ministry need to know, and what an impact it can make on marriage and ministry. Connect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong InstagramConnect with Adam:WebsiteAdam’s InstagramAdam’s TwitterAdam’s Facebook

How do you know when it's time to move on in ministry? What does it look like to stay? And where is God in all of these questions? Lisa and Adam take this topic head on to provide wisdom and guidance to those who might be anticipating a transition, resignation, or upcoming change in their place of ministry. If you or a friend is battling the question, “Should I stay or should I go,” this episode will empower you with the tools to navigate these waters with grace and truth.Connect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong InstagramConnect with Adam:WebsiteAdam’s InstagramAdam’s TwitterAdam’s Facebook

Lisa and Adam discuss the struggles, blessings, and stigmas associated with bi-vocational ministry. Is bi-vocational ministry more or less impactful than full-time ministry? What is the key to thriving bi-vocationally? Is balance possible, and if so, how do we achieve that? Lisa and Adam highlight five practical ways we can be effective in both ministry and workplace settings without losing our quality of life. Listen in to discover the art and the beauty found in the balance! Links:Love Has A Name by Adam Weber Connect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong Instagram Connect with Adam:WebsiteAdam’s InstagramAdam’s TwitterAdam’s Facebook

The Truth about Anxiety & Mental Health for Ministry LeadersLisa and Adam discuss the all-pervasive struggle of anxiety, especially among ministry leaders. Together they delicately, yet truthfully, address how anxiety is affecting our ministries, but also provide heart-felt encouragement to those suffering with mental health challenges. Pull up a chair, throw on some headphones, and listen in to this crucial conversation for ministry leaders of all types.Links:The Wounded Healer: Ministry in Contemporary SocietyThe Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of HomecomingThe Hard GoodConnect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong InstagramConnect with Adam:WebsiteAdam’s InstagramAdam’s TwitterAdam’s Facebook

Coming out the gate with a topic we don't often enjoy talking about, Lisa and Adam tackle comparison. They discuss the true motivation behind our desire to compare, the role social media plays, and the cost ministry leaders pay when we fall into this comparison trap. Listen in to discover practical tools to avoid this trap in your own life and ministry!  Links:The Hard GoodConnect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong InstagramConnect with Adam:WebsiteAdam’s InstagramAdam’s Twitter

Continuing the conversation on burnout and boundaries, Lisa chats with her friend, author, speaker, founder and visionary leader of IF Gathering, Jennie Allen. Sharing from their own personal experiences and scripture, they encourage leaders to be aware of the signs of burnout, do the hard work to rest and fast, and set good boundaries to live well.Mentioned in the Show:Paterson Center: Your Thinking Wavelength TestIF GatheringConnect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong InstagramConnect with Jennie Allen:InstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokWebsite

Feeling weary or worn out? Listen in as Lisa Whittle and Joel Mudamalle speak candidly about their own personal experiences with burnout and boundaries. Throughout the conversation, they shed light on the beauty of acknowledging our natural limitations and the freedom that can be found by setting healthy boundaries.Mentioned in the show:J.I. Packer’s Book “Weakness Is The Way”Connect with Lisa:WebsiteLisa’s InstagramFacebookMinistry Strong InstagramConnect with Joel:Joel's WebsiteJoel’s Instagram