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 app…

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 …

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 m…

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 embra…

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 questi…

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 min…

The Truth about Anxiety & Mental Health for Ministry Leaders Lisa 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 …

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 mini…

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…

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. Pack…

In this episode, Jo Saxton joins Lisa for an important conversation about women in ministry. Jo Saxton is an author, speaker, podcast host, and coach known for empowering and championing women in leadership. Together they explore the vital role women play in the body of Christ, provide insight for women dealing with push back in the church, and so …

Listen in to this real, raw, and honest conversation as Lisa and Joel take on the topic of women in ministry. Do women have the same opportunities as men in the ministry field? How does God's original design of man and woman (Adam and Eve) influence us to work together vocationally? These questions answered plus SO much more in this episode! You do…

This fun, powerful, and compelling conversation with Lisa Whittle and Dr. Alicia Britt Chole offers a reminder that we are broken people serving and leading broken people. Dr. Alicia Britt Chole provides practical ways we can avoid living in a wounded and disappointed state, but also embrace living in the overflow of love and forgiveness we have re…

When our trust in church leaders is consistently tested by their lack of integrity, how do we adjust our expectations? Is it possible to be involved in ministry and still trust people? What do we lose when we don’t trust others? Lisa Whittle and Dr. Joel Muddamalle address these questions and much more on this tender subject of trust issues. Mentio…

Author, speaker, consultant, and ordained pastor, Skye Jethani, joins Lisa to discuss tough questions regarding how to practice integrity in a technology-driven culture. Are technology and ministry integrity linked? What's the allure of popularity for ministry leaders? What causes a lapse in integrity? This episode pulls back the curtain on these i…

Can the business of Jesus compromise our integrity? What exactly is integrity and how do we feel the tension of it? In this episode, Lisa and Joel discuss how ministry leaders must actively choose integrity by walking closely and confidently with the Holy Spirit. Connect with Lisa: Website Lisa’s Instagram Facebook Ministry Strong Instagram Connect…

Continuing last week’s discussion on crisis and comeback, Lisa talks with counselor, author, and hospital chaplain, Dr. Michael MacKenzie on how to prevent and how to heal in situations involving the downfall of a ministry leader. Together, they address the underlying issues that often contribute to a crisis and also discuss practical next steps fo…

When Christian leaders experience a crisis or public failure, should they be given a second chance to hold a similar level of leadership or influence? In this episode, Lisa and Joel host a candid and practical conversation about how believers should navigate crises and comebacks with a healthy Biblical perspective. Mentioned in the show: Jim Cress,…

On this week's episode, Lisa welcomes Dr. Diane Langberg. She is an internationally recognized psychologist and counselor with 47 years of experience. She has authored or co-authored numerous books, including Counseling Survivors of Sexual Abuse, On the Threshold of Hope, Suffering and the Heart of God: How Trauma Destroys and Christ Restores, and …

Lisa and Joel tackle the topic of church hurt and spiritual abuse in this episode. They talk about the importance of clearly defining these terms and how to tell the difference. As a bonus, Lisa and Joel discuss how “honor culture” and entitlement fit in to the equation. Take a listen, you won’t regret it! Mentioned in the show: World Relief Connec…

Lisa welcomes speaker, activist, coach, and author Irene Rollins to the podcast today. Irene’s book Reframe Your Shame details her struggle with alcoholism and provides tools to help you recognize pain in your life and break the cycle. Lisa and Irene dive deep into addictions that are plaguing church leaders, addressing many “acceptable addictions”…

Addictions are not always clinical addictions. Sometimes they are what as seen as "acceptable" in our world and in everyday life. In this episode Lisa and Joel unpack the reality of addictions and how they can be harmful to us. Tune in and listen to this conversation. It's extraordinary! Mentioned in the show: World Relief Anchored Hope Code: Minis…

This week on Ministry Strong Lisa Whittle welcomes Katelyn Beaty, a journalist, editor, and keen observer of trends in the American church. Lisa & Katelyn hit the hard topic of celebrity Christians and go deeper into this topic of why it's not okay and what we can do about it. Mentioned in the show: The Path @ World Relief Celebrities for Jesus: Ho…

In this show, Lisa and Joel introduce the hot topic of Christian Celebrity. In this show, they discuss what celebritism looks like to them and their points of view on the difference and similarities of influence and celebritism. Make sure to tune in and take notes! You don't want to miss this show! Mentioned in the show: World Relief Connect with L…

Ministry Strong with Lisa Whittle – Rotating seasonal co-hosts join best-selling author and ministry leader, Lisa Whittle, for relevant and tough conversations related to culture and the church affecting ministry leaders, their families, and those they influence, today. (Special appearances by expert interviews)…