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FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryThe Controversy Over Empathy – What Jesus Really Modeled - Bill & Kristi Gaultiere - 189 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhat does true, biblical empathy look like for ministry leaders today? Bill and Kristi Gaultiere join Jason Daye to explore how empathy transforms trust, leadership, and our understanding of God’s love.What does true, biblical empathy look like, and why is it essential for spiritual and emotional health in ministry?In this episode of FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye sits down with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere, founders of Soul Shepherding and authors of Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God’s Great Empathy for You. Together, they explore how empathy reflects the heart of God and...
2025-11-2540 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHeaven on Earth: The Vision of Ephesians for Today’s Church - N.T. Wright - 186 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can the Church live out the hope of heaven on earth? N.T. Wright joins Jason Daye to explore the powerful, unifying vision of Ephesians and what it means for ministry and life today.How can the Church embody biblical unity in a divided world and reflect heaven on earth by participating in God’s redemptive plan?In this episode of FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye welcomes Dr. N. T. Wright, one of the world’s foremost New Testament scholars and author of The Vision of Ephesians. Together they explore how Paul’s letter calls...
2025-11-0444 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistrySpiritual Authority: What It Is and Isn’t - Jason Jensen - 184 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhat is spiritual authority—and how can it be distinguished from control or abuse?In this episode of FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye sits down with Jason Jensen, Vice President of Spiritual Foundations for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA and author of Formed to Lead. Together, they explore a faithful, Christ-centered vision of leadership that relies on the Holy Spirit’s formation.The conversation unpacks the heart of spiritual authority, drawing from the life of Jesus in the gospels, and contrasts it with the distortions of control and spiritual abuse. It is a hopeful and encouraging dial...
2025-10-2141 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryBecoming People Who Heal Our Communities - Brenda Salter McNeil - 127 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs a ministry leader, have you ever noticed the brokenness of the neighborhoods and communities around you and had a desire to help, but we're unsure where to start or maybe even fearful that you might make a mistake? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Brenda Salter McNeil. Brenda is the director of the Reconciliation Studies Program at Seattle Pacific University. She's also an associate pastor of preaching and reconciliation at Quest Church in Seattle. She's a dynamic speaker, an award-winning author, and her latest book is entitled Empowered to Repair. Together...
2024-09-1739 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow Understanding the Soul Impacts the Way We Serve - Stan Wallace - 126 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, why is a thorough understanding of the body, mind, and soul so vital as we minister in a rapidly shifting world? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Stan Wallace. Stan is the president and CEO of Global Scholars. He travels the world, writing and speaking on issues of apologetics, ethics, and Christian thought. His most recent book is entitled Have We Lost Our Minds?: Neuroscience, Neurotheology, the Soul, and Human Flourishing. Together, Stan and Jason explore concepts around the brain, the mind, and the soul. Stan...
2024-09-1056 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryFlourishing in Ministry: Taking Action & Taking Risks - Andy Crouch - 125 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how can we honestly assess our life and leadership and move toward greater flourishing? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Andy Crouch. Andy is a lifelong minister of the gospel. He currently serves as Partner for Theology and Culture at Praxis. He has served as the InterVarsity Campus Pastor at Harvard University, as well as a number of other ministry roles. His writings have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Time, and a number of other publications. He's written several books, including...
2024-09-0345 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryResilient Ministry: Navigating Disappointments Without Burnout - Lisa Victoria Fields - 124 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how can we take our pain and disappointments and allow God to reframe them for his good and his glory? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Lisa Victoria Fields. Lisa is a renowned Christian apologist who's produced two documentaries. She serves as the CEO of the Jude 3 Project, and her most recent book is entitled When Faith Disappoints. Together, Lisa and Jason look at some of the pain and disappointments that we often experience in our lives and leadership. Lisa then shares from her experiences as a...
2024-08-2733 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow Ministry Coaching Transformed My Life & Leadership - Brian Martin - 123 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can ministry coaching help you be even more effective in living out God's purpose for your life in serving His Kingdom? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Brian Martin. Brian is the Chief Operating Officer at PastorServe. Prior to joining the PastorServe team, Brian was a NASCAR chaplain for the Joe Gibbs Racing team. He also served as a chaplain in the US Air Force. In addition, Brian was a solo pastor and an executive pastor. Together, Brian and Jason explore the many benefits of ministry coaching for your life. Brian...
2024-08-2033 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryUnity of the Church in Divisive Times - Brady Boyd - 122 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhat are some practical ways we can move ourselves and our people toward unity in a world that is obsessed with division? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Brady Boyd. Brady is the senior pastor of New Life Church in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He's the co-host of The Essential Church Podcast and has written a number of books, including his latest, entitled Life-Minded. Together, Brady and Jason look at both the importance and the challenge of unity in the church. Brady also shares some personal stories and practices that help you and...
2024-08-1339 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryThoughtfully Teaching on the End Times - Max Lucado - 121 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs we preach, teach, and disciple others, how can we keep an eternal perspective in mind and thoughtfully address the end times? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Max Lucado. Max is a speaker, best-selling author, and the pastor of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas. Max's books have sold nearly 150 million copies worldwide. His latest is entitled, What Happens Next? Together, Max and Jason look at our ministries from an eternal perspective, considering our ministry legacy and finishing well. Max then provides some incredible wisdom about how we can thoughtfully...
2024-08-0630 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow to Approach Hot-button Issues Like Jesus - Ted Bryant - 120 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we reliably approach today's pressing social issues in a way that honors God and points people to Jesus? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Ted Bryant. Ted is the lead pastor at Granger Community Church. He earned his MDiv at Moody Theological Seminary and his PhD at Notre Dame. His most recent book is entitled The Jesus Method. Together, Ted and Jason explore some of the common tendencies and temptations we have as ministry leaders when it comes to addressing some of the complex and controversial social issues of...
2024-07-3044 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryMental Health & Ministry: Being Honest with Ourselves & Others - Alan Noble - 119 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs ministry leaders, how can we honestly approach our own mental and emotional struggles and create safe spaces for others to do the same? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Alan Noble. Alan is a professor at Oklahoma Baptist University. He is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of Christ and Pop Culture and an award-winning author. His most recent book is entitled On Getting Out of Bed. Together, Alan and Jason look at the reality of mental afflictions and how they relate to our spirituality. Alan then shares from his own experiences some...
2024-07-2340 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryActively Engaging in Soul Care - Barbara Peacock - 118 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how can we better care for our own souls as we care for the souls of others? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Barbara Peacock. Barbara is an award-winning author and a passionate spiritual director and teacher. She's earned degrees from both Princeton Theological Seminary and Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. She's the founder of Peacock Soul Care, and her most recent book is entitled Spiritual Practices for Soul Care. Together, Barbara and Jason explored the importance of actively and intentionally engaging in our own soul care...
2024-07-1638 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryAn Honest Conversation on Christian Nationalism - Caleb Campbell - 117 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhat is our responsibility as pastors and ministry leaders in understanding and addressing Christian nationalism? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Caleb Campbell. Caleb is the lead pastor at Desert Springs Bible Church in Phoenix, Arizona. He is a doctoral student at Fuller Theological Seminary and a regional director for the Surge Network. His most recent book is entitled Disarming Leviathan. Together, Caleb and Jason look at what Christian nationalism is and what it is not. Caleb also shares some practical ways that your local church can engage in mission, honoring God...
2024-07-0943 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryQuieting Your Inner Critic & Finding Your True Self - Steve Cuss - 116 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we better identify and address the challenges we face as ministry leaders with inner doubts, anxiety, reactivity, and criticism? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Steve Cuss. Steve is a pastor, former chaplain, and founder of Capable Life. He speaks, consults, and hosts workshops to help people integrate emotional and spiritual health. He's a best-selling author, and his latest book is entitled The Expectation Gap. Together, Steve and Jason look at how we can dismantle the false self that we often accept and uncover our true selves that God created...
2024-07-0245 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryResponsible Ministry Practices in Anxious Times - J. Michael Jordan - 115 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we thoughtfully approach ministry at the intersection of worship, anxiety, and emotions? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by the Reverend Dr. J. Michael Jordan. Michael is an ordained Wesleyan pastor who serves in pastoral ministry and is also a professor of Bible and Theology at Houghton College. His most recent book is entitled Worship in an Age of Anxiety. Together, Michael and Jason explore the importance of considering how the ways we preach, teach, worship, and gather relate to anxiety. Michael also shares how rethinking our theology of emotions can...
2024-06-2547 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryOvercoming Shame & Experiencing True Joy - Ken Shigematsu - 114 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we overcome our fears of not being enough, of falling short, of losing face? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ken Shigematsu. Ken is the senior pastor of Tenth Church in Vancouver, one of the largest and most diverse city-center churches in all of Canada. Ken is an international best-selling author, and his latest book is entitled Now I Become Myself. Together, Ken and Jason explore how God's grace can bring healing to our feelings of inadequacy, shame, and envy. Ken also shares how we can take down the masks...
2024-06-1835 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryProtests, Policy, Patriotism & Politics: How to Disagree Respectfully without Compromising our Convictions - John Inazu - 113 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeLegislation, policy, patriotism, and religious freedom. There are so many differing views on so many challenging issues. As pastors and ministry leaders, how can we disagree respectfully without compromising our convictions? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by John Inazu. John is a distinguished Professor of Law and Religion at Washington University. He is a constitutional scholar, legal expert, former litigator, and devoted Christ-follower. John has written for a number of media outlets, and his most recent book is entitled Learning to Disagree. Together, John and Jason discuss important considerations for engaging respectfully...
2024-06-1136 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryRestoring Hope in the Midst of Disillusionment - Aimee Byrd - 112 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we help restore hope to those who have become disillusioned with the church? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Aimee Byrd. Aimee is an author, speaker, blogger, and podcaster. She's written a number of books, including her latest, entitled The Hope in Our Scars. Together, Aimee and Jason explore the true biblical beauty of Christ's Church and contrast that with the ways that many are becoming disillusioned with the church today. Amy shares from her own experiences of being wounded by the church and how she has fought to love...
2024-06-0441 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryA Healthy Approach to Politics in Your Church - Curtis Chang - 111 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we practically and sincerely help people address some of the confusion and divisiveness around politics in our local churches and communities? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Curtis Chang. Curtis is a public theologian and former pastor. He currently serves as a senior fellow at Fuller Theological Seminary and as a consulting faculty member at Duke Divinity. Curtis, along with two of his colleagues, are the founders of The After Party Project. Curtis's most recent book is entitled The After Party. Together, Curtis and Jason explore how pastors who might...
2024-05-2840 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryUnderstanding Anxiety & Navigating Conflict in Ministry - Kevin Ford - 110 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we better understand anxiety and better navigate conflict in our lives and ministries? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Kevin Ford, Chief Catalyst at Leighton Ford Ministries. Kevin's expertise is in leadership, organizational culture, and strategy. He's worked with Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and government agencies. But his passion is working with the church. His most recent book is entitled Attentive Church Leadership. Together, Kevin and Jason explore some of the sources of anxiety that we find in our lives and in our ministries. Kevin also shares how we can...
2024-05-2137 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryFinding Hope When Your Ministry World Collapses - Steve Carter - 109 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we respond in a healthy way when our ministry world comes crashing down around us? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Steve Carter. Steve is a pastor, speaker, and author. He is the host of the Craft and Character podcast and the former Lead Teaching Pastor at Willow Creek Community Church. He currently serves as teaching pastor at Forest City Church, and his most recent book is entitled Grieve, Breathe, Receive. Together, Steve and Jason look at how to navigate disappointments and destabilizing seasons in our ministries. Steve shares from...
2024-05-1438 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryAddressing our Mental Health Crisis - Amy Trout - 108 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can your local church help effectively address mental health issues in your community? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Amy Trout. Amy is a psychologist who's the founder and director of a private practice, Cornerstone Consultants. She also serves as the Chief Education Officer at Counterpoise. She's the co-author of a new book entitled Beyond the Clinical Hour. Together, Amy and Jason look at the breadth of the current mental health crisis. Amy also shares some creative ways that the local church can partner with professional counselors to help address...
2024-05-0738 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHealing from Church Trauma & Spiritual Abuse - Ryan George - 107 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can our churches become places of healing for those who have experienced church trauma and spiritual abuse? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ryan George. Ryan is the co-founder of a spiritual adventure community in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. He's written several books, including his latest, entitled Hurt and Healed by the Church. Ryan shares his story of redemption and reconstruction of his faith after spiritual abuse and church trauma. Together, Ryan and Jason look at some of the ways that our local churches can open our doors and...
2024-04-3032 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryJesus & Younger Generations: How Our Assumptions Can Hinder Our Witness - Aaron Pierce - 106 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can our assumptions and attitudes hinder us from sharing Jesus with the non-religious and younger generations? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Aaron Pierce. Aaron is the CEO and Mission Director for Steiger International. His most recent book is entitled Not Beyond Reach. Together, Aaron and Jason look at some of the tightly held assumptions that actually prevent us from pointing the non-religious to the beauty of Jesus Christ. Aaron also helps us understand how we can shift our heart posture so we are not fiercely defending against others' cultural convictions...
2024-04-2335 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryServing Well When the Needs Seem Overwhelming - Echo VanderWal - 105 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we remain resilient in ministry when we face tremendous challenges today and an unknown tomorrow? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Echo VanderWal. Echo and her husband Harry founded The Luke Commission, the largest non-governmental health care provider in the Kingdom of Eswatini in southern Africa. Together, Echo and Jason look at the incredible importance of soul care for yourself, your family, and your team as you serve in ministry. Echo shares stories from their ministry as they faced the height of the HIV/AIDS epidemic all the way through...
2024-04-1635 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryWhen God’s Spirit Surprises Us - Sarah Baldwin - 104 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhen the Spirit of God moves, how can we best steward that experience without getting in the way? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by the Reverend Dr. Sarah Baldwin, Vice President of Student Life at Asbury University. Sarah has served for nearly 30 years in Christian higher education in a variety of roles, including University Pastor and Vice President. She's an ordained elder in the Free Methodist Church. Her most recent book is entitled Generation Awakened. Together, Sarah and Jason explore some of the questions and challenges we might face as ministry leaders...
2024-04-0936 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryResisting the Empire: A Kingdom-Oriented Approach to Politics & Government - N.T. Wright - 103 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhen we consider politics and government, how can we best guide ourselves and our churches to live out a Christ-centered political witness? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. N.T. Wright. Tom is the former Bishop of Durham, Professor Emeritus at the University of St. Andrews, and a senior research fellow at Oxford. He's written a number of books, including his latest, entitled Jesus and The Powers. Together, Tom and Jason explore the kingdom of God as it relates to the kingdoms of this world. Tom then provides some insights into...
2024-04-0241 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow to Face Your Fears & Insecurities - Joel Muddamalle - 102 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, do we struggle with admitting that we have fears and insecurities? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Joel Muddamalle. Joel is the Director of Theology and Research at Proverbs 31 Ministries, where he also co-hosts the Therapy and Theology podcast. He serves as a teaching pastor at Transformation Church just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina. His most recent book is entitled The Hidden Peace. Together, Joel and Jason explore some of the fears and insecurities that we wrestle with as ministry leaders and the unhealthy cycle that...
2024-03-2640 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistrySustaining Faith: How Spiritual Formation in Community Links Lives - Jared Patrick Boyd - 101 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow do we draw people together in deeper and more meaningful ways that provides space for their questions and encourages them to flourish in their faith? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Jared Patrick Boyd. Jared is a pastor, a spiritual director, and the founding director of The Order of The Common Life. His most recent book is entitled Finding Freedom in Constraint. Together, Jared and Jason explore the hope we find in the midst of the strains the church is currently experiencing, including people walking away. Jared highlights the value of...
2024-03-1935 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryEngaging Younger Generations in Church - Efrem Smith - 100 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can our local churches engage or reengage younger generations, not with gimmicks, compromising the truth, or selling out, but by embracing the very heart of Christ's gospel? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Efrem Smith. Efrem is the Co-lead pastor of Midtown Church in Sacramento, California. Efrem has been an encouragement to so many pastors and ministry leaders. He's written a number of books, including his latest, which is entitled Church for Everyone. Together, Efrem and Jason explore the kingdom opportunities arising among young people, even in the midst of declining...
2024-03-1242 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryUsing Your God-Given Gifts with Grace - Charles Martin - 99 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn ministry, what is a healthy approach to embracing the unique gifts and voice that God has entrusted to us without overshadowing what God longs to do in us, through us, and even in spite of us? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Charles Martin. Charles is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author. In fact, one of his novels was optioned and turned into a major motion picture. Charles is a devoted Christ follower and a fellow traveler on the pilgrimage of faith. Charles's most recent book is based...
2024-03-0547 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryIs Anxiety Impacting Your Ministry? - Alan Fadling - 98 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn an anxious world, how can we honestly assess if anxiety is showing up in our lives and ministries? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Alan Fadling. Alan is the president and founder of Unhurried Living. Alan speaks and consults with ministry organizations around the world. He is an award-winning author, and his most recent book is entitled A Non-Anxious Life. Together, Alan and Jason discuss how we can intentionally and thoughtfully address the anxiety in our lives. Alan also shares how anxiety might be impacting the way we serve, even if...
2024-02-2736 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryMinistering in an Increasingly Fragmented World - Terry Crist - 97 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn our us versus them world, how can we engage with and minister to people with differing beliefs in a way that truly honors God? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Terry Crist. Terry is the co-lead pastor of City of Grace in Phoenix, along with his wife, Judith. Terry is passionate about the beauty of the gospel and its power to transform communities. His most recent book is entitled Loving Samaritans. Together, Terry and Jason explore how we, as ministry leaders, can live lives of radical kindness and inclusivity without compromising...
2024-02-2044 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHealthy Family Dynamics for Ministry Leaders - Ryan Rush - 96 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we better embrace healthy family dynamics in our own homes as pastors and ministry leaders? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ryan Rush. Ryan is lead pastor of Kingsland Baptist Church in Katy, Texas. He's a national voice in the Faith at Home movement, and his latest book is entitled Restore The Table. Together, Ryan and Jason look at some of the unique challenges we have as ministry leaders when it comes to healthy family dynamics, including the fact that we often feel our families are under a microscope. Now...
2024-02-1338 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistrySustainable Rest in the Midst of Ministry - Jess Connolly - 95 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, we all know that rest is vital. Yet, how can we experience true rest when it seems unrealistic in our busy ministry lives? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Jess Connolly. Jess and her husband Nick planted Bright City Church in Charleston, South Carolina. Jess has written a number of books, including her latest entitled, Tired of Being Tired. Together, Jess and Jason look at some of the struggles that we have as ministry leaders when it comes to experiencing rest and refreshment. Jess spends some time...
2024-02-0636 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryMinistering to the Dechurched - Michael Graham - 94 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we most effectively minister to those who have left the church? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Michael Graham. Michael is the program director at The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics and served as the Executive Pastor at Orlando Grace Church. His most recent book is entitled The Great Dechurching. Together, Michael and Jason look at some of the revelations that come from a comprehensive research study into those who have left the church. Michael also shares some incredibly hopeful opportunities for every local church when it comes to reaching...
2024-01-3057 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow Do Memories Relate to Spiritual Formation? - Casey Tygrett - 93 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow do our memories, whether good or bad, relate to our spiritual formation? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Casey Tygrett. Casey oversees the spiritual direction practice at Soul Care and has written a number of books, including his latest, The Practice of Remembering. Together, Casey and Jason explore how our memories are inextricably tied to our lives with God. Casey also shares how we, as pastors and ministry leaders, can process through our painful and even traumatic memories in healthy ways and help others do the same.Dig deeper...
2024-01-2341 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and Ministry3 Questions Skeptics are Asking About God - Lee Strobel - 92 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhat are the three top questions that people are wrestling with today as it relates to belief in God? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Lee Strobel. Lee is a New York Times best-selling author with millions of books sold worldwide. His latest book is entitled Is God Real? Lee has served as a teaching pastor at three of America's largest churches, and he currently leads the Lee Strobel Center for Evangelism and Applied Apologetics at Colorado Christian University. Together, Lee and Jason explored these three pressing questions that people are asking...
2024-01-1640 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow Humility Transforms Lives - Dennis Edwards - 91 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can humility help our local churches nurture healing in our divided world? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Dennis Edwards, New Testament scholar and Dean of North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago. Dennis has served for over three decades in urban ministry, including as a church planter and pastor. He's written a number of books, including his latest, entitled Humility Illuminated. Together, Dennis and Jason explore how rediscovering biblical humility can literally help transform our communities. Dennis also shares how embracing humility helps us negotiate conflict, endure suffering, and shepherd...
2024-01-0935 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryScot McKnight - Overcoming a Toxic Church Culture - Top of 2023 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeTop of 2023 // One of Our Most Engaged Episodes of 2023What happens when toxicity seeps into the culture of our local church? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Scot McKnight, Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. Scot has written over 80 books, including a church called Tov, which he co-authored with his daughter, Laura Behringer. Together, Scot and Jason explore how we, as ministry leaders, can assess our churches and look for areas of toxicity. Scot also shares how we can overcome those toxic areas and nurture a culture of go...
2024-01-0247 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryAmber Albee Swenson - Is Worry Getting in Your Way? - Top of 2023 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeTop of 2023 // One of Our Most Engaged Episodes of 2023How can we overcome one of the most often overlooked hindrances to our spiritual well-being? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Amber Albee Swenson. Amber is a podcaster, speaker, and the author of seven books, including her latest entitled Soul Care. Together, Amber and Jason explore how worry can seep into our ministries and derail our spiritual well-being. Amber also shares some reminders and disciplines that can help us embrace healthy soul care.Dig deeper into this conversation: Fi...
2023-12-2638 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistrySean McDowell - The Gospel in a Post-Christendom World - Top of 2023 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeTop of 2023 // Our #1 Most Engaged Episode of 2023In our rapidly changing society that is increasingly skeptical and sometimes intolerant, how can we effectively meet the challenge of demonstrating the good news of Jesus with truth and compassion through our lives and our ministries? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Sean McDowell. Sean is an Associate Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology, at Biola University. Sean is also the co-host of the Think Biblically podcast and has one of the largest apologetics channels on YouTube. Se...
2023-12-1938 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryRediscovering Lament: Making Space for Grief - Terra McDaniel - 87 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how can we tend to our own grieving in healthy ways and help others do the same? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Terra McDaniel. Terra serves as a spiritual director for both adults and children. She spent two decades as a pastor and ministry leader, earning her M.Div from Portland Seminary. Her latest book is entitled Hopeful Lament. Together, Terra and Jason explore some of the ways that we, as pastors and ministry leaders, inadvertently make grieving more difficult, both for ourselves and for those...
2023-12-1238 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistrySkepticism, Conflict & Intolerance: How to Share Jesus in Divisive Times - John Hopper - 86 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn a time of intense skepticism of religion, conflicts between faiths, and polarization of different worldviews, how can we effectively and respectfully share the good news of Jesus with others? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by John Hopper. John serves as the Executive Director of REACH, an evangelism training program of Search Ministries. Prior to joining Search, John served for 16 years as the pastor of BridgePoint Bible Church in Houston. His latest book is entitled Giving Jesus Away. Together, John and Jason explore some of the misconceptions we need to dismiss and...
2023-12-0544 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryFinding God When All Seems Hopeless - Ronnie Olivier - 85 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhat do we do when situations in our lives seem hopeless? Not just challenging but completely hopeless. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ronnie Olivier. Ronnie served 27 summers in the notorious Louisiana State Penitentiary known as Angola. Ronnie has recently released his memoir entitled 27 Summers, which shares his journey to freedom, forgiveness, and redemption. Together, Ronnie and Jason explore how we can find Jesus, even in the midst of the most hopeless situations. Ronnie also shares from his experiences at the most dangerous prison in the US and how he went from...
2023-11-2857 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryPlanning a Ministry Sabbatical? Helpful Tips & Mistakes to Avoid - Jimmy Dodd - 84 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhat can we learn from the sabbatical experiences of other ministry leaders that can help our own sabbatical be even more refreshing and meaningful? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Jimmy Dodd, founder and CEO of PastorServe. For over 24 years, PastorServe has been coming alongside of pastors, ensuring that no Pastor walks alone. Jimmy has served as a church planter, a lead pastor, and a teaching pastor. He's written a number of books, including the best-selling Survive or Thrive: 6 Relationships Every Pastor Needs. Together, Jimmy and Jason take a close look at...
2023-11-2143 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryFinding Rest for Your Soul - Curtis Zackery - 83 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs ministry leaders, how can we move beyond the idea of soul rest to actually incorporating soul rest regularly in the rhythms of our life with Christ? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Curtis “CZ” Zackery. CZ has served as a church planter and pastor. He's written a number of books, devotionals, and other resources on the topic of soul rest. CZ is the founder of a gospel-centered ministry called Find Rest. Together, CZ and Jason look at digging beneath the surface level of Sabbath that many of us hold. And really disc...
2023-11-1442 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryRecognizing Trauma & Ministering Well - Evan Owens - 82 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeDo we, as ministry leaders, struggle with recognizing trauma in our own lives, which can potentially hinder how we serve others in ministry? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Evan Owens. Evan and his wife Jenny are the founders of REBOOT Recovery, which combines clinical insights and Christian faith-based support for those who are recovering from trauma. They're the authors of Healing What's Hidden. Together, Evan and Jason look at how we, as ministry leaders, might respond to trauma in our lives. Evan then shares some hope-filled insights on how we can...
2023-11-0737 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryAI, Innovation, and Ministry - Rusty Rueff - 81 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhat are healthy ways for ministry leaders to approach innovation and engage with advancing technologies such as artificial intelligence? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Rusty Rueff. Rusty is a devoted Christ follower, a well-known technology executive, and a startup advisor. He is the co-founder and co-host of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast and the co-author of his most recent book entitled The Faith Code. Together, Rusty and Jason explore some of the impacts that technology can have on church and ministry. Rusty also gives some insights into artificial intelligence, both the...
2023-10-3156 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHealing After Unfaithfulness in Marriage - Ellen Dykas - 80 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeUnfaithfulness and betrayal in marriage is incredibly painful. What does the healing journey look like, whether we're experiencing this in our own marriages or we're seeing it in the marriages of those we serve? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ellen Dykas. Ellen is the Director of Equipping for Ministry to Women at Harvest USA. Ellen has written a number of books, workbooks, devotionals and is also a contributor to the Life Council Bible. Ellen received her master's degree from Covenant Theological Seminary and is a certified biblical counselor. Together, Ellen and...
2023-10-2437 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow Understanding Our Baggage Improves Our Leadership - Ike Miller - 79 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we process the baggage we're carrying from dysfunctional relationships in our past in a manner that helps us become healthier in both life and ministry? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ike Miller. Ike is the founding and lead pastor of Bright City Church in Durham, North Carolina. Ike writes regularly about the intersection of theology and mental health. His newest book is entitled Good Baggage. Together, Ike and Jason look at the importance for us as pastors and ministry leaders to better understand the coping mechanisms we've developed from...
2023-10-1732 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryIs Worry Getting in Your Way? - Amber Albee Swenson - 78 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we overcome one of the most often overlooked hindrances to our spiritual well-being? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Amber Albee Swenson. Amber is a podcaster, speaker, and the author of seven books, including her latest entitled Soul Care. Together, Amber and Jason explore how worry can seep into our ministries and derail our spiritual well-being. Amber also shares some reminders and disciplines that can help us embrace healthy soul care.Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the free Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide, all...
2023-10-1038 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryBuilding Trust Across Your Ministry Leadership Team - Léonce Crump Jr. - 77 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can you increase trust across your local ministry leadership team so that you can serve more effectively together? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Léonce Crump Jr., co-founder and senior pastor of Renovation Church in Atlanta. His latest book is entitled The Resilience Factor. Together, Léonce and Jason discuss ways that you can learn how well your ministry leaders trust one another. Léonce also shares how you can build that trust and catalyze a resilient ministry team that's ready to face together whatever challenges may arise.Dig...
2023-10-0339 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryWhere is God when Life Seems Unfair? - Shane Stanford - 75 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow do we respond when we are faced with fierce challenges and life just seems unfair? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Shane Stanford. Shane is the president and CEO of The Moore-West Center for Applied Theology and JourneyWise. JourneyWise is a ministry that seeks to disciple others while promoting good mental health. Shane has served as a church planter and a pastor and has written a number of books, including his latest entitled JourneyWise. Together, Shane and Jason look at how we can reconcile our expectations with the realities that...
2023-09-1953 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryPain, Peace, and Thriving in Ministry - Jason Young - 73 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeMinistry can be exhausting. So how do our past hurts and our present peace relate to thriving in ministry for the long haul? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Jason Young, keynote speaker, coach, and consultant who works with churches and businesses. Jason is the co-author of several ministry leadership books, including his latest, Don't Burn Out, Burn Bright. Together, Jason and Jason uncover some of the often-overlooked realities of exhaustion in ministry, you're definitely going to want to listen up to what Jason says about how better understanding our past hurts...
2023-09-0533 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryDebunking the Myths of Work & Rest - Justin McRoberts - 72 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn our ministries, how can we overcome the pressures we often inflict upon ourselves and instead, enter into freedom in the ways that we serve and live? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Justin McRoberts. Justin has served in ministry in a variety of ways over the years. He's a songwriter, storyteller, and coach. He's the author of several books, including his latest, entitled Sacred Strides. Together, Justin and Jason debunk some of the modern myths surrounding work and rest and invite you to enter fully into God's goodness for your life...
2023-08-2937 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryRethinking Fulfillment from Our Work - Barry Rowan - 71 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhy is it important for us to think deeply about fulfillment, significance, and meaning when it comes to our work in this world? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Barry Rowan. Barry is a graduate of Harvard Business School and has been instrumental in building and transforming eight different businesses, including one that was sold for $10 billion. Barry has immersed himself in connecting the daily grind with the divine, and he is the author of The Spiritual Art of Business. Together, Barry and Jason look at rethinking our view of fulfillment in...
2023-08-2240 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryGetting Real in Marriage & Ministry - Trevor Hislop - 70 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIf you're married and in ministry, how can a better understanding of emotional safety improve both your marriage and your ministry? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Trevor Hislop, counselor, marriage and family therapist, and ministry coach at Pastor Serve. Trevor brings a unique perspective because not only is he a certified Marriage and Family Therapist, he's also served in pastoral ministry in the local church for 20 years. Together, Trevor and Jason explore how some of the tendencies we have around vulnerability and risk in ministry settings can unknowingly transfer into...
2023-08-1550 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryCan Purpose be a Problem? - Kelly Needham - 69 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs we are seeking to make a difference through our ministries, how should we navigate the tension between Kingdom ambition and Godly contentment? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Kelly Needham. Kelly has served in ministry for years as a Bible teacher, podcaster, and author. Her latest book is entitled Purposefooled. Together, Kelly and Jason explore how pursuing our purpose could potentially derail our ministry's fruitfulness. Kelly also shares how a proper understanding of purpose helps us avoid sacrificing our well-being and instead, experience peace and rest as we serve....
2023-08-0837 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryCultural Challenges and NextGen Ministry - Eli Bonilla Jr - 68 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn our society, which is filled with competing and mixed allegiances, how can we best minister across all generations, and especially our younger generations? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Eli Bonilla Jr. Eli is a leader in the next-gen space, serving in a variety of capacities on national ministry networks. Eli also serves as the global next-gen pastor at Bethany Church in Louisiana. He has recently released his first book entitled Mixed. Together, Eli and Jason examine some current cultural challenges, including a hyper-elevated sense of self and identity, what it...
2023-08-0140 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryFruitful Discipleship in the Local Church - EK Strawser - 67 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how can we truly know that we are effectively developing mature disciples? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by the Reverend Dr. Eun Strawser, co-vocational lead pastor of Ma Ke Alo o non-denominational missional communities, which are multiplying across the island of O‘ahu in Hawaii. Eun is also the author of the recently released book entitled Centering Discipleship. Together, Eun and Jason looked at the importance of ministry leaders, taking an honest assessment of our own discipleship. Eun also shares from her experience as a church planter. Ho...
2023-07-2549 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow to Finish Well in Ministry - Mark Dance - 66 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeNone of us start off in ministry thinking you know what I'm going to burn out. And yet burnout happens. So what can we incorporate into our lives and ministries to help us not only lead well, but also finish well? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Mark Dance, Director of Pastoral Wellness at GuideStone Financial Resources. For 27 years, Mark served as a pastor and church planter and also helped launch Lifeway Pastors and the Care for Pastors Network. His latest book is entitled, Start to Finish. Together, Mark and Jason look...
2023-07-1835 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryMaking Healthy Rhythms in Your Life a Reality - Holly & Glenn Packiam - 65 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, we give consideration to the value of incorporating healthy rhythms into our lives and ministries, but we oftentimes struggle with making those rhythms a reality. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Holly and Glenn Packiam, who serve at Rock Harbor in Costa Mesa, California. Glenn serves as the lead pastor and Holly earned her master's degree in counseling at Colorado Christian University, and has served as pastor of parenting ministries. They are the authors of The Intentional Life, and the follow-up companion to that book, The Intentional...
2023-07-1144 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow the Church Moves from Cynicism to Hope - Todd Hunter - 64 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how can we move through the rubble of bad religion both for ourselves and for a watching world? How can we address the doubts, uncertainties, and even cynicism that revolve around the church today? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Bishop Todd Hunter, Todd leads Churches for the Sake of Others, a Diocese of the Anglican Church in North America. Todd has served the church faithfully for decades and has written a number of books, including his latest, What Jesus Intended. Together, Todd and Jason explore some...
2023-07-0440 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryPatience When Ministry Seems Slow - Ronnie Martin - 63 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how do we respond when our ministry is moving more slowly than we anticipated? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ronnie Martin. Ronnie is the founder and lead pastor of Substance Church in Ashland, Ohio. He also serves as the Director of Leader Renewal for the Harbor Network and has written a number of books, including his latest, Pastoring Small Towns. Together, Ronnie and Jason look at how we can be at peace with the pace that our ministry is developing in our local churches. Ronnie also...
2023-06-2739 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHealing for Those Struggling with Pornography - Sam Black - 62 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how can we find hope and healing from struggles with pornography, both for ourselves and for the people we serve? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Sam Black, Director of Recovery Education for Covenant Eyes. Sam is an award-winning journalist and has written and edited many books, including his latest, entitled The Healing Church. Together, Sam and Jason look at how pastors and ministry leaders can find freedom themselves from their struggles with pornography. They also look at some of the harmful mistakes that churches often make...
2023-06-2044 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryExtending Grace When We’ve Been Wronged - Daniel Darling - 61 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how do we meet the challenge of extending grace toward others when they have hurt us personally? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Daniel Darling, award-winning writer, and author. His latest book is entitled Agents of Grace. Daniel serves as the lead of The Land Center for Cultural Engagement and speaks at churches and conferences across the nation. Together, Daniel and Jason look at how we can minister in our local congregations to build bridges across divisions, even in the face of opposition. Daniel also shares from...
2023-06-1343 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryExperiencing Emotional Valleys in Ministry - John Starke - 60 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, when we find ourselves experiencing emotional challenges, or seasons of wilderness, or even times of dark depression, how do we find rest in God and hear His voice? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by John Starke, lead pastor of Apostles Church Uptown in New York City, where he lives with his wife, Jenna, and their four children. John's latest book is entitled, The Secret Place of Thunder. Together, John and Jason look at some of the temptations we have in ministry to find our value in the...
2023-06-0639 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryThe Gospel in a Post-Christendom World - Sean McDowell - 59 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn our rapidly changing society that is increasingly skeptical and sometimes intolerant, how can we effectively meet the challenge of demonstrating the good news of Jesus with truth and compassion through our lives and our ministries? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Sean McDowell. Sean is an Associate Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology, at Biola University. Sean is also the co-host of the Think Biblically podcast and has one of the largest apologetics channels on YouTube. Sean has written a number of books, including Evidence for...
2023-05-3037 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryPastors Need Prayer - Eddie Byun - 58 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIf you're in ministry, and you're feeling tired, hurried, anxious, and burned out, how can you find refreshment for your soul? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Eddie Byun. Eddie is a professor and the Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at Talbot School of Theology, and Biola University. And he has written a number of books, including Praying For Your Pastor. Together, Eddie and Jason look at the incredible importance of raising up a team of intercessors to pray for you, your family, and your ministry. Eddie also shares some...
2023-05-2338 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryNavigating Transitions in Life & Ministry - Kenneth Boa - 57 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, we face a number of transitions throughout our lives and ministries. Some of those transitions are welcomed, some are forced. Some feel great, and some are painful. So the question is, how do we navigate these transitions in a healthy way that both honors God and helps us grow more deeply in our faith? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ken Boa, president of Reflections Ministries, and author of a number of books, including his latest, Recalibrate Your Life. Together, Ken and Jason explore the tremendous opportunities...
2023-05-1642 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow to Recover from Burnout - Sean Nemecek - 56 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how do we recover from periods of high stress, great anxiety, and even burnout? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Sean Nemecek, Regional Director for Pastor-in-Residence Ministries. Sean is the author of The Weary Leader’s Guide to Burnout. Together, Sean and Jason explore one of the biggest mistakes that leaders make when it comes to burnout. They also discuss the importance of finding safe spaces for recovery. And Sean shares the hope of never burning out again.Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the fr...
2023-05-0931 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryOvercoming Political Tribalism in Our Churches - Patrick Miller - 55 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we help lead and shepherd our local churches to overcome political tribalism? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Patrick Miller. Patrick is a pastor at The Crossing in Columbia, Missouri. He's also the co-host of the Truth Over Tribe podcast and the co-author of the award-winning book, Truth Over Tribe. Together, Patrick and Jason look at some of the challenges that pastors face when it comes to political divisiveness in their communities and even in their congregations. They look at the difference between the politics of Jesus and the political...
2023-05-0243 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryIs There an Emerging Pastor Crisis in America? - Jimmy Dodd - 54 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAre we slipping into a pastor crisis here in the United States? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Jimmy Dodd, founder, and CEO of Pastor Serve. Pastor Serve comes alongside pastors and ministry leaders through coaching, consulting, crisis care, and soul care. Jimmy is also the author of several books, including the best-selling Survive or Thrive. Together, Jimmy and Jason look at some recent research and assess the current realities of pastoring here in the United States. Then, they look at some incredible places of hope, where you can find support and...
2023-04-2543 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryOvercoming a Toxic Church Culture - Scot McKnight - 53 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWhat happens when toxicity seeps into the culture of our local church? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Scot McKnight, Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. Scot has written over 80 books, including a church called Tov, which he co-authored with his daughter, Laura Behringer. Together, Scot and Jason explore how we, as ministry leaders, can assess our churches and look for areas of toxicity. Scot also shares how we can overcome those toxic areas and nurture a culture of goodness.Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the free Weekly...
2023-04-1846 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryGrowing Through Disappointments in Life & Ministry - Mindy Caliguire - 52 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we address the inevitable disappointments and discouragements in both life and ministry in a way that is healthy for our souls? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Mindy Caliguire. Mindy is the co-founder, along with her husband Jeff, of soul care, a spiritual formation ministry that exists to increase soul health in the body of Christ. Mindy has also served in a variety of senior leadership positions in various ministry organizations. And she and her husband Jeff were church planters in Boston. Together, Mindy and Jason look at some of...
2023-04-1147 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryResisting Reactivity in a Divisive World - Rich Villodas - 51 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn our increasingly fractured world that's just amped up with reactivity. How can we as pastors and ministry leaders create a calming presence in our churches and in our communities? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Rich Villodas lead pastor of New Life Fellowship in Queens, New York. Rich has written several books, including Good and Beautiful and Kind, together, Rich and Jason explore nurturing a culture in our churches that provides an alternative to the mean-spiritedness, and divisiveness that we see in the world all around us. Rich also shares some...
2023-04-0440 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHope & Healing for Spiritual Abuse - Chuck DeGroat - 47 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn an era of cynicism and cancel culture, how can our local churches provide hope and healing for those who've experienced emotional and spiritual abuse? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Chuck DeGroat, a licensed therapist and spiritual director, who serves as professor of Counseling and Christian Spirituality at Western Theological Seminary. Chuck has written a number of books, including When Narcissism Comes to Church. Together, Chuck and Jason begin by looking at how narcissism in churches and church leaders has been addressed in recent history, especially the past few years. Then...
2023-03-0739 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistrySalt & Light for a Skeptical World - Jonathan Murphy - 46 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow do we live as salt and light in a world that is growing increasingly skeptical toward all things of the Christian faith? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Jonathan Murphy, department chair of pastoral ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary. Jonathan is also a teaching pastor and the author of Authentic Influencer. Together, Jonathan and Jason explore ways to overcome some of the challenges that society presents to us in ministry. They also look at how a specific biblical character models a way to release ourselves and our people to live as...
2023-02-2841 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryFacing Regret & Hurt in Ministry - Scott Sauls - 45 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how do we address in a healthy way, our own feelings of regret, pain, shame, even our feelings of being a hypocrite, because we know where we fall short, while others are placing us on a pedestal? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Scott Sauls, pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee. Scott has written six books, including his latest, Beautiful People Don't Just Happen. Together, Scott and Jason look at our tendency to emphasize the positive while minimizing the pain and suffering in our own...
2023-02-2134 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow Tough Times are a Gift in Ministry - Danielle Strickland - 42 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn a world filled with skepticism, cynicism, defeat and despair, how can we as pastors and ministry leaders uncover authentic hope? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Danielle Strickland. Danielle is a best-selling author and a powerful speaker. She's the founder of many ministries and gospel movements, and she's also launched and created several justice initiatives for the Salvation Army. Together, Danielle and Jason explore how cynicism can sometimes seep into our ministries. They also look at practices in which we can engage in our lives as we face challenging times to...
2023-01-3140 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryDealing with Doubt in Ministry - Travis Dickinson - 41- FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn a world of deconstruction, how do we handle our doubts in a healthy way as ministry leaders? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Travis Dickinson, professor of philosophy at Dallas Baptist University. Travis has literally traveled the world addressing big questions of faith, and he's the author of Wandering Toward God. Together, Travis and Jason look at the value of doubt in our faith journeys. Travis also provides some great insights for ministry leaders who might be wrestling with doubts, uncertainties, and questions themselves.Dig deeper into this...
2023-01-2438 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryWomen in Ministry: Creating Opportunities to Flourish - Jo Saxton - 40 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs ministry leaders, regardless of gender, age, or stage in life, we all need to be connected to meaningful community that helps us develop and resources us to lead effectively. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Jo Saxton. Jo is an author, speaker, podcast host, and leadership coach. She has led ministries and nonprofits and has pastored and planted churches. In a spirit of generosity, hope, and respect, Jo shares opportunities that we have as the Church to help women and the next generation live into their God-given potential. Jo and Jason...
2023-01-1742 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryLeading Your Church through Crisis - Rusty George - 39 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeWe never know when a crisis may strike our church or community, so the question is: are we prepared to lead our church through that crisis? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Rusty George. Rusty is the lead pastor of Real Life Church, a multisite church with campuses throughout Southern California. Real Life Church is making a great kingdom impact, but they've also had their share of crises, including the suicide of a staff pastor and a school shooting in their community. Rusty shares some of the lessons that he has learned...
2023-01-1037 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryGrace-Paced Ministry Leadership - Alan Fadling - 36 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders living in a world that glorifies the hustle lifestyle, is it possible that slowing down and pulling back a bit might actually make our ministry more effective? In this episode of FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Alan Fadling, certified spiritual director, founder of Unhurried Living, and an award winning author. Together, Alan and Jason explore how we can reframe our contemporary understanding of ministry leadership, and instead, allow Jesus to guide us into what he modeled, grace-paced leadership.Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the free Weekly Toolkit, including...
2022-12-2033 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryRefreshing Your Soul as You Serve - Andrew Arndt - 35 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeFor centuries, leaders in the church have wrestled with the temptation to tie our identities to what we produce in ministry, or who we are as pastors, rather than who we are in Christ. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Andrew Arndt. Andrew is a teaching pastor at New Life Church in Colorado Springs, and the author of Streams in the Wasteland. Together, Andrew and Jason explore practices that help us experience refreshment for our souls as the Spirit strips away some of the inessentials and distractions, and grounds are identity in...
2022-12-1337 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryProcessing a Personal Health Crisis as a Leader - Percy McCray - 34 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, we often come alongside and minister to others when they receive heartbreaking news. But what happens when we receive a challenging medical diagnosis, either for ourselves or for someone in our immediate family? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Percy McCray. Percy has an incredibly unique pastoral calling. As an ordained minister, he has served for nearly 30 years in the cancer care space. He provides leadership to the entire pastoral care team that serves at all five of the hospitals for the Cancer Treatment Centers of America...
2022-12-0642 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryMaking Self-Leadership Simple & Effective - Ryan Leak - 33 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHave you ever wondered why sometimes we overcomplicate the process of growing and developing as a ministry leader? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ryan Leak. Ryan is an executive coach who has worked with Fortune 500 companies, professional athletes, churches and ministry leaders across the country. Ryan is a USA Today best-selling author, and his latest book, entitled Leveling Up, has just released. Together, Ryan and Jason look at some of the challenges that pastors experience when it comes to self-leadership. And then we explore some simple, yet very meaningful, ways that...
2022-11-2847 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryThe Key to Leading in Our Rapidly Changing World - Tod Bolsinger - 32 FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we lead effectively in ministry when we are faced by the onslaught of an ever-increasing frequency of changes in the world around us? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Tod Bolsinger, executive director of the Church Leadership Institute at Fuller, founder of AE Sloan Leadership, and the best-selling author of Canoeing the Mountains and his latest, Tempered Resilience. Together, Tod and Jason look at the personal transformation that must take place in a ministry leader's life to help them create adaptive capacity, so they can lead most effectively in our...
2022-11-2243 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryThe Hope of Deconstruction - James Choung - 31 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs ministry leaders, when our hopes have been dashed, or we find ourselves experiencing a personal crisis of faith, it can be very challenging to navigate through those times. Oftentimes we will turn to disillusionment, deconstruction, or even despair. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by James Choung, Vice President of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship and author of Longing for Revival. Together, James and Jason explore how God actually invites us into these challenging spaces, and how we can position ourselves with a posture of invitation and expectancy, so we can experience personal revival...
2022-11-1548 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow to Set Healthy Boundaries in Ministry - Lysa TerKeurst - 29 FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs ministers we have a heart to encourage, to bless, and to engage with people relationally. However, if we're not careful, we can find ourselves emotionally drained and mentally fatigued if we are not setting healthy boundaries, but the question is, how do we set good boundaries and continue to serve those around us? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Lysa TerKeurst. Lysa is the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, has written 25 books, including her latest Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. Together, Lysa and Jason discuss how setting good boundaries actually helps us live...
2022-11-0145 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow Busy Leaders Can Discover True Sabbath Rest - Ruth Haley Barton - 28 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeThere is something special, something powerful, something beautiful about the concept of Sabbath rest. And yet, as pastors and ministry leaders, it often feels just outside of our grasp. It's something we're happy to teach about and share with others, but something that is challenging for us to experience fully in our own lives. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ruth Haley Barton, founder of the Transforming Center, and author of numerous books, including Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership, Sacred Rhythms, and her latest, Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest. Together...
2022-10-2542 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow Self-Awareness Inspires Healthy Ministry - Stephen Chandler - 27 FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow does our self-awareness relate to our health in life and in ministry? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Steven Chandler, pastor of Union Church, and author of Stop Waiting for Permission. Together, Steven and Jason look at the value of being honest with ourselves about our own brokenness, our flaws, and our hangups, and how that opens the door for God to do even more in our lives and through our ministries.Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the free Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide, all...
2022-10-1837 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistrySurprising Ways we Sabotage our Ministries… and How to Avoid Them - Michael MacKenzie - 26 FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeThe truth is that we may be derailing our ministries without even realizing it because we are unaware of some of our less-than-healthy habits, attitudes, and baggage. In this conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Michael McKenzie. Michael is an ordained pastor, a licensed professional counselor, the executive director of Marble Retreat, and the author of Don't Blow Up Your Ministry. Together, Michael and Jason explore some surprising ways that we can self-sabotage our ministries. They also provide hope by highlighting some healthy habits and practices that ministry leaders can engage in, so they can...
2022-10-1143 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHealthy Ministry: Building Character before Building Platforms - Derwin Gray - 25 FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs ministry leaders, we can often focus on building a platform and making the biggest impact possible without first and continuously, allowing Jesus to establish value and build character in our own lives. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Derwin Gray, founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church, just south of Charlotte, North Carolina. Together, Derwin and Jason look at the priorities and the values that Jesus wants to establish in your life. And then Derwin gives a backstage peek into the spiritual disciplines that he finds most vital in helping...
2022-10-0443 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryCare for Pastors & Ministry Leaders - Thad Austin - 24 FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, we feel called to support and care for others. Yet oftentimes, we do not accept that same support and care for ourselves. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Thad Austin. Thad is a senior director at the Ormond Center at Duke Divinity, and he and his team have completed a research study looking at caring for pastors and ministry leaders. Today, Thad and Jason look at some of the theological and biblical underpinnings of caring for clergy, as well as some of the roadblocks that hinder...
2022-09-2752 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryProtecting Your Life & Ministry from Burnout - Juanita Campbell Rasmus - 23 FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn ministry, what are we supposed to do when we feel the bottom has fallen out of our lives? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Juanita Campbell Rasmus as she shares from her own experience of what she calls "the Crash" and what her counselor calls a major depressive episode. Juanita is a pastor, a spiritual director, a nonprofit founder and a writer. Together, Jason and Juanita look at some of the warning signs that we, as pastors and ministry leaders, need to be on the lookout for to make sure we...
2022-09-2044 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryOvercoming Overwhelm & Unlocking Resilience in Ministry - Daniel Fusco - 22 FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeHow can we overcome the overwhelm that so often occurs in ministry, and be healthy and effective in our calling? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Daniel Fusco, author, church planter, and lead pastor of Crossroads Community Church in Vancouver, Washington. Together, Daniel and Jason explore the idea of unlocking resiliency, embracing perseverance and grit in ministry, in such a way that it doesn't tip over into an unhealthy state of exhaustion and overload. Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the free Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide...
2022-09-1349 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryHow to Reboot the Discipleship Culture in Your Church - Dennis Allen - 21 FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeEvery pastor in every local church would love to become more effective at disciple-making. Yet we do not always recognize those things that are hindering us from doing so. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dennis Allen. Dennis is a devoted Christ-follower, having served in local church leadership his entire adult life. He's an alumnus of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics, at Oxford in the UK. He's been the CEO of both national and international businesses. He's even been an F-15 fighter pilot. But above all, Dennis loves Jesus and His...
2022-09-0641 min