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As I Was SayingI May Be A Christian, But...In this episode, Dustin and Jonathan revisit Dustin's sermon from this past Sunday based off Ephesians 2. What does it mean to be saved? What are some reasons we still mess up even after Jesus saves us? They'll talk about that and more.Watch the message
2025-10-2228 minAs I Was SayingWhat About The Holy Spirit?The Holy Spirit is probably the most misunderstood person of the Trinity. In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin talk in depth about who Holy Spirit is, what He does, and how to hear Him when he speaks.
2025-10-0724 minAs I Was SayingHere's What You Do NextWhat is the Great Commission? What did Jesus really mean when he said, "All authority has been given to me"? In this episode Dustin and Jonathan sit down to talk in depth about this famous passage. Dustin's message
2025-09-0426 minAs I Was SayingWhat To Do When You Don't Know What To DoIn this episode, Jonathan and Dustin talk about the tools we have when life seems chaotic or frustrating. We're diving into Psalm 3 to see what David says about God and difficult times.Jonathan's Sermon
2025-08-2123 minAs I Was SayingOh No! They're Talking About Money!"You don't have to give 10%, that's an Old Testament thing!" "They just want my money!""Why do I have to tithe to the church?"Tithing and giving are hot button issues when it comes to the church. Why? It's probably because many don't understand it or because they've been taught something that just isn't true. In this episode, Dustin and Jonathan break down what it means to tithe, give, and live generously. Dustin's sermon
2025-07-3123 minAs I Was SayingCount Your DaysWe only get so many days to live. In Psalm 90 we read that we should, “Number our days.” What does that even mean? How do we live each day like it’s our last? How do we avoid waiting on “One day when?” Let’s talk about it!Dustin’s Sermon4 common traps of spiritual procrastination that we might encounter at different stages of life:1. The "When I Get My Life Together" Trap (Ages 15-30):In our youth and early adulthood, we often think we...
2025-07-1028 minAs I Was SayingIt's a Crazy World We Live InIn this crazy world we live in, people turn to all different kinds of things to be their king. Why? It's because we were created to serve something. What does that mean for us? In this episode, Dustin and Jonathan talk about the kings we create and how to serve the true King.7 Primal QuestionsDustin's Message
2025-06-2727 minAs I Was SayingHelp! I'm Out of Control!We all have a tendency to want to control things at times. In this episode, Dustin and Jonathan sit down to talk more about Jonathan's sermon from this past Sunday. How does control work in our lives? Where does our desire for control come from? How do we overcome our tendency to control? We'll talk about all of that and more!Jonathan's message: Out of Control
2025-06-1122 minAs I Was SayingWelcome to the As I Was Saying PodcastOur first episode! A little bit about why this podcast is being started and an introduction to your hosts.
2025-06-1103 min
Chasing MacNaughtonThe Rest of the Story with Mike McMahonSeason 4 Episode 6 of the Chasing MacNaughton Podcast from Tech Hockey Guide. This week Tim Braun, Rob Gilreath, Matt Cavender and Dustin Lindstrom were joined by Mike McMahon. This week on the Podcast they discussed the WilmerHale investigation of Mel Pearson and the David Johnstone story plus the BSU series and Joe Shawhan Hour.
Mitch’s Misfits Amazon wishlist is still having items added as we figure it out but you can take a look by clicking here and a reminder, if you rate the Podcast 5-stars, we’ll read your review on the podcast and thanks to our...
2022-10-271h 09Chasing MacNaughtonThe Melephant in the RoomSeason 4 Episode 4 of the Chasing MacNaughton Podcast from Tech Hockey Guide; "Melephant in the Room.” This week Tim Braun, Rob Gilreath, and Dustin Lindstrom were joined by Harrison Watt. This week on the Podcast they discussed the opening weekend for MTU and FSU plus outlook for the CCHA and the Mel Pearson piece on TheRinkLive.
Mitch’s Misfits Amazon wishlist is still having items added as we figure it out but you can take a look by clicking here and a reminder, if you rate the Podcast 5-stars, we’ll read your review on the podcast and thanks...
2022-10-061h 01
Next Up PodcastHow Tension Plays A Role in TrustMost of us would say we don’t like tension. It causes uncomfortable moments and conversation. It forces us to look at our issues in new ways. What if, tough, there’s potential in the tension you face in your relationships, ideas, and career? In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin take a look at tension and trust.
2019-09-2515 minNext Up PodcastThe Importance of TransitionsWhether it’s moving from one job to another, one house to another, or one season of life to another, how we transition is key. If we don’t learn to recognize times of transition in our lives, we’ll be left wondering why something feels “off.” How do we transition well? Jonathan and Dustin talk about that in this episode of the Next Up Podcast.
Do you know your calling? Learn more at betheswitch.us
2019-06-0518 minNext Up PodcastThe Power of Personal VisionIf you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll get there every time. However, without vision, you never get where you really want to go. Why is it important to have personal vision? Why do you need vision for yourself, your family, and your future? Jonathan and Dustin talk about it in this episode of the Next Up Podcast.
Sponsored by: Be the Switch: Living Your Calling While Living Your Life
Application Points:
Write it down
Tell others
Celebrate progress
Don’t let bumps become disqualifications
2019-04-2420 min
Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 188Detective 1000, Heroes in Crisis 7, Dial H For Hero 1, Mera: Tide Breaker, Super Sons: Polar Shield Project, Amazing Spider-Man, Marvel Rising, Cloak and Dagger: Negative Exposure, Bad Luck Chuck, Dumbo: Friends in High Places OGN, GLOW, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Star Bastard, Viking Queen Reviews: The Outsider, ABC Murders, Sparks: The Way I Was, Luke Cage s2, Maniac, Us, The Staircase, Luther, Dumbo News: New Marvels by Kurt Busiek and Alex Ross, Midsommar trailer, Island of Doctor Moreau, Tom Taylor vs. The Cabin, NOS4A2 trailer, The Voice of Chucky ...
2019-04-082h 05Next Up PodcastWhat You Need to Know About What You Can’t Figure OutWhy do we go through struggles personally and spiritually and with our leadership? What good can come from those moments? In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin talk about making the most of our struggles.
2019-01-3019 minNext Up Podcast3 Characteristics of A Good Leader’s Personal Life: #humblebrag (Ep. 48)We see a leader at work. We know their influence and success, but what does their personal life look like? In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin talk about the characteristics of a good leader's personal life and how it spills over into their leadership and public life.
(Don't forget to check out Jonathan's upcoming book "Be the Switch" at betheswitch.us)
2018-10-0419 minNext Up PodcastLeading With A Better Perspective (Ep. 47)Leading often isn’t about the condition of the organization, but about the perspective of the leader. We have to know when to fly high and when to land on the details. In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin talk about the why and how of leading from different perspectives.
Look up - seek and hear God.
Look around - listen to wise counsel and find community.
Look down - be a servant leader.
2018-07-3019 min
Next Up Podcast3 Elements to Doing Big Things (Ep. 46)As leaders, how do we actually do big things? How do we get started? We can gain some valuable insight from Joshua in Joshua 6. In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin talk about the steps Joshua went through that we can learn from to do something big and outside of ourselves.
Sponsored by: Be the Switch: Living Your Calling While Living Your Life
The Steps:
1. Hear It
ask...
What is wrong?What are the people around me saying?...
2018-05-0916 min
Next Up PodcastHow to Recognize Unhealthy Patterns (Ep. 45)We all find ourselves in them from time to time. They're unhealthy habits. While we don't always know how we got into them, it's important we learn to recognize them. In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin talk about how to recognize and get out of unhealthy habits in our life and leadership.
Evaluate
What in my life is draining me right now?
What in my life, if it continues, is unhealthy?
Am I making time for those that I love the most?
Community
2018-03-0823 min
Next Up PodcastThe I’s Don’t Have It (Episode 44)"I" and "We" // Two simple words that carry a lot of weight when it comes to being a leader and interacting with the people around us. When should we use those two words and is one always better? Jonathan and Dustin talk about the advantages of both in this episode.
"I" should be used to take the blame, not the credit. - Dustin Bates
"I" and "We" can isolate or associate. - Jonathan Pearson
2018-02-0115 min
Next Up PodcastYou Are A Resource: Spiderman & Spandex (Ep. 42)In this episode of the Next Up Podcast, Jonathan and Dustin sit down and talk about a leader's most valuable resource... themselves. They discuss how a leader can guard and invest their time, energy and talent without wasting it on the wrong things.
Oh, and yes, Spiderman and spandex do make an "appearance" as well...
Links:
Blinkist
Jonathan's book in progress
2017-09-2115 min
Next Up PodcastLeadership Isn’t Fair (Ep. 40)Leadership isn't fair. In other words, leading means we can't treat everyone the same. One of the most important things we can do as leaders is learn the people we lead so we can best serve and lead them. In this podcast, Jonathan and Dustin talk about 3 key things that go into how we treat individuals on our team.
Leaders let others succeed. - Jonathan Pearson (tweet this)
Leaders make decisions by saying, "What is the greater good?" - Dustin Bates (tweet this)
2017-07-2415 min
Next Up PodcastLeadership Lessons We’re Currently Learning (Ep. 38)In this episode of the Next Up Podcast, Jonathan and Dustin talk about things they're currently learning and going through in their leadership.
Links:
Support this podcast
Jonathan's blog post about building influence quickly
Blinkist
Craig Groeschel Podcast
Carey Nieuwhof Podcast
Art of Manliness Podcast
Art of Charm Podcast
"Control is not influence." - Dustin Bates (click to tweet)
"Great leaders know which battles to fight and when to...
2017-04-1221 min
Next Up PodcastThe Perspective Principle (Ep. 37)When we've been in one place for a long period of time or we find ourselves mired in a leadership rut, one of the greatest things we can do is change our perspective. In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin talk about why a perspective change is valuable and how to get it.
Quotes from the episode:
A prideful perspective is not the proper perspective. - Dustin Bates (tweet)
What you never see, you can never change. - @JonathanPearson (tweet)
A perspective change is up to the leader...
2017-03-2218 min
Next Up PodcastHow to Let Your Challenges Change You (Episode 35)When leadership challenges come, we have two choices, let them change us and push through or let them choke us and stunt our forward progress. In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin talk about five things that can ensure we push through and let challenges change us and the things we lead.
These 5 things are...
1. Be grateful
2. Keep the goal in mind
3. Keep people first
4. Practice patience
5. Remember the past victory
Next Up: 8 Shifts Great Young Leaders Make
2017-01-1922 min
Next Up Podcast3 Things That Stop Us Short of Our Goals (Episode 34)What kills a leader's vision and goals? It's not just failure in leading others or bad ideas, it's the little things that pop up along the way to accomplishing those goals. In this episode, Jonathan and Dustin sit down to discuss 3 things that may seems small, but that kill even the greatest leaders' goals and visions.
Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast
Jonathan's Sermon
Support this podcast
2016-11-0817 min
Thx Bud Podcast108: Jonathan Bernier, Once and Future King?Wow! Wins! For the third year in a row, the LA Kings took three games to warm up and then earned some Ws. Tanner Pearson’s on fire, and Dustin Brown ruined the Canucks again. The biggest question is still what to do about the goaltending. Names are already circulating, including one familiar face and French-Canadian accent...
2016-10-2449 min
Thx Bud Podcast108: Jonathan Bernier, Once and Future King?Wow! Wins! For the third year in a row, the LA Kings took three games to warm up and then earned some Ws. Tanner Pearson’s on fire, and Dustin Brown ruined the Canucks again. The biggest question is still what to do about the goaltending. Names are already circulating, including one familiar face and French-Canadian accent...
2016-10-2400 min
Next Up PodcastQuestions Leaders Should Be Asking (Episode 32)
Our greatest ideas and actions often come from asking good questions. In this podcast, Dustin Bates and Jonathan Pearson talk about 7 questions leaders should be asking themselves and those that they lead.
Connect with us! Tweet @JonathanPearson
How can I help you?
2016-07-1220 min
Next Up PodcastWays to Lead a Young Family While Leading Others Too (Episode 31)Life and leading can be overwhelming. The key to keeping our family lives healthy is being intentional in how we plan and how we lead them. In this episode, Jonathan Pearson and Dustin Bates discuss ways they're learning to lead a young family while leading others as well. Both can be done!
Important Links:
Jonathan's Blog Post
2016-05-1118 min
Next Up PodcastPatient in the Pasture: 5 Keys to Fulfilling Your Calling (Episode 27)What do we do when we're waiting for our ultimate place? It's easy for us to lose heart and lose focus. In this podcast, Dustin Bates and Jonathan Pearson talk about how to be patient while you're being prepped for great things.Be...Faithful in the FieldPatient in the PastureBrave in the BushSorry in SinHumble in HeartPodcast sponsored by: The Productive Pastor Handbook
2016-01-1320 min