Description

Thank you so much for listening to the first episode of Season 2: Navigating Faith and Risk: Lessons from the Bible! You can find an episode summary, takeaways, below!

Summary:

In this episode, James Winegardner and our host Hunter Pettis, explore the intersection of faith and risk management through biblical stories and practical applications for church ministries. They discuss how characters such Noah and Esther exemplify the balance between faith and preparation, emphasizing the importance of calculated risks in fulfilling God's calling. Their conversation also addresses the challenges of managing risks in church settings, and the global perspective on risk management in mission work.

Key Takeaways:

• Faith in God doesn't mean ignoring risk.
• Faith and preparation are partners, not opposites.
• Noah and Esther's story teaches us about preparation and action.
• Churches face various risks in their ministries and preparation is key to managing risks effectively.
• We can learn from past mistakes in risk management.
• Opening church doors to the public involves risks. Faith and preparation are partners in ministry.
• Effective risk management enhances ministry effectiveness.

Chapters:

00:00 Navigating Faith and Risk Management

10:03 Biblical Examples of Risk and Preparation

19:50 Practical Applications in Church Ministries

30:03 Global Perspectives on Risk Management in Mission Work