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Experience The Game-Changing Full Audiobook Now, Curious Minds!Experience The Game-Changing Full Audiobook Now, Curious Minds!Monetize Your Message by Rich AveryPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/7489to listen full audiobooks. Title: Monetize Your Message Author: Rich Avery Narrator: Ryan Forkel Format: mp3 Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Release date: 06-10-25 Ratings: Not rated yet Genres: Career Success Publisher's Summary: Monetize Your Message: Build a Freedom-Based Business Around What You Know is a step-by-step guide for aspiring coaches, creators, and knowledge-based entrepreneurs who want to turn their story, skills, and life lessons into a thriving online business — without tech overwhelm, burnout, or needing a huge audience. If you've ever thought, “I know I can help people, but I don't know how to g...2025-06-101h 09The Joey ShowThe Joey ShowThe Rich Freaks Trying To Live Forever & Elon's Messy DramaON EPISODE 67 of the Joey Show comedian Joey Avery explores why rich dudes have decided dying doesn't matter and Elon Musk's messiest week of ho drama ever. From Bryan Johnson (the my son is my blood boy guy) to Brian Johnson (the Liver King weirdo) we cover it all from the field in a new office startup in Silicon Valley.    See Joey Live: www.joeyavery.com/live  2025-06-0545 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorKnow the Condition of Your Flocks: Demystifying Wealth Creation for PastorsDoes the idea of increasing your income ever make you feel uneasy, conflicted, or even guilty? What if, instead, you saw it as an act of faith, stewardship, and obedience to God’s calling?Today we’re going to demystify wealth creation for pastors by exploring King Solomon’s wisdom to “Know the condition of your flocks,” found in Proverbs 27:23-27.What does this ancient principle mean for pastors and churches today? We’ll discuss it in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let's get started.Links for Today's Show...2025-03-1416 minThe Short Term ShowThe Short Term ShowOpportunities and Strategies for Real Estate Investing in 2025 with Rich SomersIn this episode of The Short Term Show, Avery is welcoming back Rich Somers! Rich highlighted the unique opportunities available in 2025, particularly due to the current supply and demand dynamics in the housing market. He pointed out that while many are waiting for interest rates to drop, experienced investors are still actively buying properties, recognizing the potential for future appreciation. Rich also shared his thoughts on the significance of patience in real estate and the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people.   Check out our previous episodes with Rich!:  Marrying Multifamily and STR...2025-02-2636 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorDon't Ask People to Give to Your Church: 3 Ways to Make Offering Moments MatterDoes the offering moment in your church service feel a little stale or like a routine you just go through each week? What if it could be transformed into one of the most powerful parts of your service? We’ll share 3 ways to make offering moments matter more on this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Links for Today's ShowBlog Post/Show Notes for this EpisodeWatch the YouTube Video of this EpisodeHow Pastors Can Grow Giving in Their Church: 3 Lessons to Learn from Nonprofits...2025-01-2814 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorPursuing Your Dream: 7 Lessons from Dr. Martin Luther KingIt's Dr. Martin Luther King Day, and I’m reminded of the incredible power of a dream. Dr. King’s life proves that one dream can transform lives, communities, and even nations. So, what about you? Do you have a dream inside you that’s big enough to change your world? And what lessons we can learn from Dr. King’s example about nurturing and pursuing our dreams? We’ll talk about that in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Links for Today's ShowBlog Post/Show Notes for this Ep...2025-01-2009 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorUnlocking Passive Income: 9 Ways Pastors Can Create Passive Income TodayThe term "passive income" gets thrown around a lot these days. From multi-level marketing schemes to starting small businesses, many things claim to be passive income but don’t quite fit the bill. So what is passive income? Why should pastors create their own passive income streams? And what are some of the best ways pastors can create passive income? We’ll talk about it in this episode of the More Than a Pastor show. Links for Today's ShowWatch the YouTube Video of this EpisodeBuy Me a CoffeeLi...2025-01-1718 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorPlatform Launchers Review: Is a Membership in Platform Launchers Worth it?Are you tired of spinning your wheels trying to build an online platform with little to no results? Trust me, I’ve been there. After years of trying to figure it out on my own, I finally found the clear roadmap, expert mentorship, and supportive community I needed to help me turn my ideas into real progress. And I found it all in Platform Launchers, hosted by John Stange. If you’ve ever wondered whether joining Platform Launchers is worth it, I’ve got all the details you need to decide here in this episode of the More T...2025-01-1611 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorBill Negotiation: How to Save Money on Your BillsDid you know you're probably just a few phone calls away from putting an extra $500-$1,000 or more in your pocket? All it takes is a couple of minutes and a little courage to call and negotiate or shop your bills like your insurance, credit card, TV, phone, and other subscriptions. We’ll explore the why and how in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.Links for Today's ShowGet the Blog Post/Show Notes for this EpisodeWatch the YouTube Video of this EpisodeBuy Me...2025-01-1520 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a Pastor(How) Can Pastors Afford to Buy a House Anymore?Is buying a home even an option for pastors anymore? With home prices soaring 50% over the last five years and salaries not keeping up, the dream of home ownership is slipping further out of reach. Today, we’ll break down why owning a home is harder than ever for pastors and how some are finding creative ways to make it work. Links for Today's ShowWatch the YouTube Video of this episodeLike My Show and Want to Support it? Buy Me a Coffee Free PDF...2025-01-1412 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHow to Grow Giving in Your Church: 3 Lessons Pastors Can Learn from NonprofitsAre you a pastor looking for practical ways to grow giving in your church and engage those who rarely give or don’t give at all? You’re in the right place! In this post, I’ll share three powerful lessons pastors can learn from successful nonprofits—insights that can help you inspire generosity, build trust, and foster a culture of giving in your congregation.Links for Today's ShowBlog Post/Show Notes for this episodeWatch the YouTube Video of this episodeLike My Show and Want to Support...2025-01-1217 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHow to Know if Starting a Business is Right for YouAre you a pastor thinking about starting your own business or side hustle to supplement - or even replace - your current ministry income, but you're not really sure if entrepreneurship is right for you? Launching your own online message-based platform, a service-based business, or even a brick-and-mortar store, can be a fulfilling adventure that creates financial security for your family. And while it’s never been easier to launch your own business, being your own boss definitely isn’t for everyone. So how do you know if starting a business or side hustle is right...2025-01-1022 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHow to Find Time to Start a Business This YearAre you interested in starting a business to provide more income for your family, but you just don’t know how you could possibly find the time to do it as a full-time pastor?Well I believe it really is possible, and we’ll talk about how to find the time to start a business or achieve any goal this year - in as little as 7 or 15 hours a week - on this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.Links for Today's ShowWatch the YouTube Video of this episodeGet the Blog Post...2025-01-1017 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorDanny Davis on How to Turn Sermons Into Books and Multiple Streams of Income (Part 2)I know those big name pastors can turn their sermons into books and sell tons of copies. But can any pastor do that, and actually make money as an author? Missionary and author Danny Davis says yes you can! And he'll share his pathway to profits as a self-published author, while serving as a missionary in East Africa, in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.Links for Today's ShowDanny Davis' New Book: The Way of the Shepherd: From Anxiety to Assurance: Embracing the Timeless Wisdom of Psalm 23Danny Davis' Website: www.equippedservant...2025-01-0927 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorDanny Davis on Following "The Way of the Shepherd" in Ministry, Writing, and Providing (Part 1)Is it really possible for pastors to create income outside the church - even if you're a missionary serving in East Africa? We'll talk about that with special guest Dr. Danny Davis, and we'll discuss his new book, The Way of the Shepherd: From Anxiety to Assurance: Embracing the Timeless Wisdom of Psalm 23, in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.In this conversation...Danny and I talk about his 30+ years in ministry as a pastor, church planter, missionary, and equipper, and how he began to leverage his ministry experience into books and other...2025-01-0843 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorSeamless: A Conversation on Spiritual Gifts, Covocational Pastors, and Multi-Ethnic Church Planting with Chase RashadHow does your view of spiritual gifts - and what they're really for - impact your health and longevity as a pastor, especially if you're co-vocational, and help your church become more sustainable in accomplishing the mission God has given it? We'll talk about that with special guest Chase Rashad in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.Links for Today's ShowBlog post/show notes for this episode with Chase RashadChase Rashad's Book: Seamless: What Your Spiritual Gifts are Really ForChase Rashad's Website: www.UnisonGR.comWant to Support the Show? Buy...2024-09-2358 minThe Short Term ShowThe Short Term ShowHow Rich Somers Increased His Revenue From 180k to nearly 700 in 12 MonthsThis week Avery is joined once again by Rich Somers! Rich share updates on his latest ventures and insights into the world of boutique hotel investing. They chat about Rich's boutique hotel fund, as well as the transition from STRs to boutique hotels. They also address the appreciation vs. cashflow debate and touched on some current market insights.     How to connect with Rich: @Rich_Somers on Instagram somerscapital.com The Rich Somers Report Podcast   How to connect with Avery: The Short Term...2024-09-1138 minMike Avery\'s Outdoor MagazineMike Avery's Outdoor MagazineOutdoor Magazine Radio (8/17/24)Coming up this week on Outdoor Magazine radio.... First Adam Lewis from Deer IQ has some great advice on how to be a better hunter. Then Paul Pirone of Versa Skins has big news about that Michigan based company. Hour two kicks off with Rich Chrzan of Killer Food Plots. Rich talks about the finer points of putting in those fall food plots. Michigan DNR Fisheries Biologist Jeremiah Blaauw is up next with details on the state's fish hatchery system The Ask Avery segment wraps up the hour, this...2024-08-191h 56More Than a PastorMore Than a PastorIs John Wesley's Encouragement to "Make All You Can, Save All You Can, and Give All You Can" Good Advice for Pastors Today?Is John Wesley’s Encouragement to “Make all you can, Save all you can, and Give all you can” Good Advice for Pastors Today? We’ll talk about that in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started!Hello my friend. Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m Rich Avery, your host. This is the show where we help pastors, missionaries, and other ministry leaders grow your income and build financial security.We help you take your skills, experience, and ministry know-how and leverage them into sustainable income outsi...2024-08-0919 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorWayne Richards on How God Can Turn Income Obstacles into Boundless OpportunitiesIf your church or ministry could no longer afford to pay your salary, and you had to find a way to earn income outside the church, would that feel like a major disappointment and personal failure to you? What if, instead, it’s a God-ordained opportunity to use your skills in new ways to impact people you wouldn’t otherwise meet and provide a financial blessing for your family?Today we’ll hear Wayne Richards’ story of how he experienced a 70% decrease in income and how God transformed that loss into amazing new ministry and financial...2024-07-251h 01Attractive MindsetAttractive MindsetHe lost 2 MILLION and learned this after the NFLSend us a textWatch the episode here!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEl8pdSTMbohttps://attractivemindset.com/Join us as we delve into the inspiring story of Avery Williamson, a former NFL star who has transitioned from the gridiron to the world of entrepreneurship. From humble beginnings on a farm, Avery Williamson overcame adversity and worked tirelessly to achieve his dream of being drafted into the NFL. Despite a successful football career, he faced the challenge of figuring out his next steps without a clear exit plan.In...2024-07-251h 10More Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHelping Pastors Find More Freedom and Fulfillment - A Tribute to Dan Miller of 48 Days42% of pastors considered quitting in the past year, according to a 2022 Barna report. Are you one of them?In this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show, we’ll look at five common issues that leave pastors feeling unsatisfied, and explore meaningful ways to find more fulfillment.We'll also pay tribute to my friend and mentor Dan Miller, who has guided many pastors through this process.Hello my friend. Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m Rich Avery, your host. This is the show where we help pastors, missionaries, and...2024-07-0446 minThe Rich Somers ReportThe Rich Somers ReportHow She Went From $37,000/YR to 220 Doors in 5 Years | Avery Carl E191On today’s episode, Rich sits down with Avery Carl – Real Estate Investor, Author of Amazon’s best-seller “Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth,” Host of “The Short Term Show” Podcast, and CEO of The Short Term Shop. Avery’s company has connected investors with over 5,000 cash-flowing short-term rental properties since 2018. Avery went from a $37,000 salary to a real estate portfolio of over 220 doors in 5 years through strategically investing in short-term and vacation rentals. Rich and Avery start off by discussing connecting for the first time, transitioning neighborhoods and 1031 exchanges, how Avery met her husband, how she went from playing...2024-05-2354 minCatching Up With ComediansCatching Up With ComediansGene Hamm joins host Rich SteinLike most Artistic youngsters, Gene never understood why his teachers always said that, "You Can Only Do One Thing!" Gene loved Drawing, Acting and Music, so one day he wrote them all on a piece of paper and threw them into the air and when they landed they opened up the portal for ANIMATION.  Gene had some great mentors early on and along the way he has worked for and with everyone from Hanna Barbera, Disney, Walter Lantz, Tex Avery, Art Klokey to his own company... HAMMINATION! In Addition to that, h...2024-05-211h 10More Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHow a Middle Class Couple Gave Away $1 Million by Age 40, and Lessons to Inspire Generosity in Your Church, With Bob LotichWhat if God asked you to give away your age as a percentage of income, and continue to increase it 1% a year for the rest of your life...what would you do?  Today we'll hear the amazing story of one couple's journey of radical generosity and lessons you can learn to inspire generosity in your church. In this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.  Let's get started!Links From Today's ShowGet the Blog Post/Show Notes from Today's EpisodeBob's Website: Seedtime.comFree Access to "True Fi...2024-05-021h 05More Than a PastorMore Than a PastorPlant Like Jesus: Missional Ministry and Marketplace Engagement with Ben IngebretsonThere is no shortage of tools, methods or strategies for church planting and growth. But what if the best strategy for sharing the message of Jesus in a post-Christian era is to actually follow the methods of Jesus?We’ll dive into Jesus’ methods for missional ministry and marketplace engagement with our guest Ben Ingebretson, author of Plant Like Jesus: The Church Planter's Devotional, in this episode of the More than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started!Links for Today's ShowShow Notes/Blog Post for This EpisodeB...2024-03-0644 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorLeading Beyond the Pulpit: Pastoral Identity and the Future of Ministry with Gary Underwood What happens to your sense of identity and calling as a pastor when everything changes? You entered the ministry years ago with a certain set of expectations of what the church is and what your role is in it, only to find them challenged by continually changing circumstances.We’ll talk about pastoral identity and the future of ministry, and how you can stay adaptable and on-mission in the midst of change, in this episode of the More than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started!Links for Today's ShowGary Under...2024-02-2759 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorFrom Crisis to Sustainability: Revitalizing Church Finances in 'The Great Dechurching' EraWe are living in an era called "The Great Dechurching" of America. Millions are leaving churches each year, for various reasons which we've covered in previous episodes. Since attendance has been inextricably linked to income for most churches, it's not a stretch to see how "The Great Dechurching" of America will inevitably lead to "The Great Defunding" of the church. The math is simple: Declining attendance + declining giving + rising expenses due to inflation = an unsustainable situation for many churches. Probably even yours. And maybe you're wondering...In the midst of all this uncertainty...Is there anything pastors...2024-02-0728 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorThe Best Way to Make Money Quickly: Provide a Service that Solves a Problem for Someone ElseAre you looking for the best way to make money quickly? Well you’re going to love today’s show, because I’ll share 6 reasons why providing a service that solves a problem for someone else is one of the fastest and best ways to generate income. And I’ll share practical steps you can take to get started today. That’s all coming up in this edition of the More Than a Pastor show. Let’s get started!Links for Today's ShowBlog Post/Show Notes for this Episode: The Best W...2023-08-0826 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHow to Find the Time to Launch Your Business or Side HustleDeciding that you want or need to earn extra money as a pastor is one thing. But finding the time to do it, in addition to your regular ministry position, can be a challenge!So how can you find the time to launch your own business or side hustle? And is it really possible to build your dream business in just 15 hours a week, or even less? We’ll talk about that in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started!4 Keys to Success in Starting Your Own Business2023-06-2018 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorGreg Atkinson on the Secret Power of Kindness, Entrepreneurship, and the Future of the ChurchWill the 21st century pastor look more like the co-vocational tentmaker of the 1st century church than the full-time pastor of the 20th century?Church leadership expert Greg Atkinson says YES, and shares several reasons why pastors and churches need to embrace entrepreneurship now, in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.  Links for Today's ShowWatch this Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fHzhlTTCIJAGet the Blog Post/Show Notes: https://www.morethanapastor.com/blog/greg-atkinson-on-the-secret-power-of-kindness-entrepreneurship-and-the-future-of-the-churchGreg Atkinson's Website: ww...2023-05-2349 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorWhy Self-Funded Missionaries are the FutureChurch attendance and giving are down 30% over the last two years, according to recent surveys. If this trend continues, churches will be forced to make more serious cutbacks. Programming and staffing are often the first places to cut.But what happens when churches need to cut back on support for missions? Are self-funded missionaries the future of the church? We’ll talk about it in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.Links for Today's ShowWatch this Episode on YouTube: Join our Members Community: Bec...2023-05-1629 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorBurned Out Pastors: Don't Quit. Give Yourself a Reset!Nearly 50% of American pastors say they struggle with burnout and have considered quitting in the last year, believing that a fresh start somewhere else is just what they need.What if you didn’t have to go somewhere else to get a fresh start. What if you could press the reset button on your life and ministry right now, and create a fresh start right where you’re at?Well I believe you can, and today I’ll share 5 steps you can take to get unstuck, give yourself a reset, and move forward in your life a...2023-05-0933 minThe Rich Somers ReportThe Rich Somers ReportUsing Seller Finance to Buy a Boutique Hotel & Tips for Buying in 2023 | Avery Carl (Mar '23) E45In today’s episode, Rich sits down for an interview with host Avery Carl on her podcast, The Short Term Show. They discuss “the marriage of multifamily and short-term rentals”, the reasons behind Rich shifting his focus to boutique hotels, and his experience buying his first one. They talk about the way the deal was structured with investors, what gave him the confidence to move forward with this particular deal, and the specific criteria he’s looking for when purchasing boutique hotels. He also shares the advice he’d give 20-year-old Rich, if he knew then what he knows now...2023-05-0412 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorWhy it's Time to Celebrate Pastors Leveraging their Ministry Skills in the MarketplaceHave you noticed how quick we are in the church to celebrate marketplace leaders who feel called to leverage their business skills in the church, but not church leaders who feel called to leverage their ministry skills in the marketplace?It’s like co-vocational ministry can only go one way, from the marketplace to the church, and not from the church to the marketplace.Today I want to share why I believe now is the time to celebrate and encourage pastors to leverage their ministry skills in the marketplace. And how the shift to co-vocational mi...2023-04-2514 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHow Pastors Can Create Passive Income Through Online Platforms with John StangeWhat would you do if your church suddenly couldn’t pay you anymore? For Pastor John Stange, it sent him on a mission to create multiple streams of passive income through his own online platforms. We’ll show you how he did it, and how you can too, in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.Links for Today's ShowConnect with John Stange: PlatformLaunchers.com and DesireJesus.comShow Notes/Blog Post for this Episode: https://www.morethanapastor.com/blog/how...2023-04-181h 00More Than a PastorMore Than a PastorMilan Bittenbender on How a Health Coaching Business is Creating True "Wellth" for Himself & OthersPastors have many skills developed in the church which could be transferred into the marketplace. And being able to coach others is definitely one of those skills!Have you ever wondered how you could leverage your ministry skills into a thriving coaching business? And how coaching around health and wellness could enrich your life and the lives of others?Today we’ll share how one pastor discovered a renewed calling and passion to lead others toward health and wellness and launched his own profitable coaching program, and how you can too!Links fo...2023-04-1449 minThe Short Term ShowThe Short Term ShowMarrying Multifamily and STR with Rich SomersThis week Avery sits down with Rich Somers to discuss boutique hotels! They also chat about luxury STR homes, cohosting, when to use a hard money loan, and more.    How to connect with Rich: @Rich_Somers on Instagram somerscapital.com The Rich Somers Report Podcast   How to connect with Avery: The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/ www.strquestions.com Follow Avery Carl on Instagram  Follow Avery Carl on TikTok Join the Short Term Shop...2023-04-0534 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorJennifer Harshman of Your Book Bakery is Making it Easy for Pastors to Write a BookHave you wanted to write a book, or wondered if you could, but the process of writing just seemed too complicated and confusing, so you never got started, or you started but never finished?Maybe you're a pastor wondering if you could turn a sermon series into a book? Or perhaps you have a message or passion that you feel called to share, but you’re just not sure the best way to get started, or if it’ll be worth the effort?Well what if writing a book could be as simple as following a re...2023-04-0444 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorTom Bump on How a Blindside Clarified His Mission to Help Other Pastors Through the Hard SeasonsCan God turn a blindside into a blessing? And turn our pain into a renewed sense of purpose? Yes he can! And we’ll explain how this played out in one pastor’s life in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started! Links for Today's ShowTom Bump & KMC Coaching: www.tombump.comRestoring Leaders: www.restoringleaders.orgShow Notes for this Episode: Tom Bump on How a Blindside Clarified His Mission to Help Pastors Through the Hard SeasonsWatch this Episode on YouTube: Leave Me a Review: More Than a Pastor o...2023-04-0147 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorErik K. Johnson on How to Build Authority with a PodcastWant to launch a podcast to help you grow your business or organization, and establish yourself as an authority in your niche, but you’re not sure how to get started, exactly what your show should be about, or you let the tech hold you back? Well, you’re going to love today’s show, because launching a podcast is easier and more affordable than ever before, and Erik K. Johnson, the Podcast Talent Coach, is here to show you how, in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started! Links fo...2023-03-2843 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorGreg Gerber on Why it's Never Too Late to Live Out Your Purpose and PassionDo you ever feel like it's too late, or you're too old, to fully live out your purpose and passion in life, and you've missed out on your opportunity to fulfill your dreams? Well I agree with George Elliot who said, "It's never too late to be what you might have been." And in this episode of the More than a Pastor show, we'll explore how our later years can be our greater years for enjoying the life, impact, and income we were made for. Links for Today's ShowConnect with Greg Online:2023-03-2439 minThe Rich Somers ReportThe Rich Somers ReportShe Invests in Multifamily and Short-Term Rentals While Raising Two Kids and Running a Full-Time Business | Avery Carl E33Today Rich sits down in Nashville for an interview with Avery Carl – CEO and founder of The Short Term Shop, a real estate sales team that specializes in helping investors locate, analyze, and acquire profitable short-term rentals in the top vacation rental markets around the country. Avery is a strategic investor herself and currently holds 250 doors, including short-term rentals as well as buy-and-hold single-family & multifamily properties. Rich and Avery discuss the high interest rate environment and how it’s affected the short-term rental industry, the “Airbnb Boom + Airbnb Bust”, and why your style of management matters just as much as...2023-03-2325 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a Pastor4 Lessons the Church Can Learn from the Millennial and Gen Z Revival of Barnes & NobleDespite years of underwhelming sales and the added challenge of a global pandemic that forced its stores to close for months and endangered its future, book retailer Barnes & Noble is currently enjoying a revival. What's driving this unexpected turnaround?Surprisingly, it's the nostalgia that Millennials and Gen Zers have for physical books and bookstores! In this episode I'll outline four key takeaways that the church can glean from Barnes & Noble's revival among younger generations.Links for Today's ShowShow Notes for Today's Episode: 4 Lessons the Church Can Learn from the...2023-03-2126 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorDavid Steininger on Navigating the Less-than-Fun Aspects of Working for YourselfSo do you love the idea of starting your own business….but you get a little overwhelmed thinking about the tech, admin, and financial stuff that’s involved? What if there was a guide who could help you navigate the less-than-fun aspects of building your own business? Well the good news is that there is! And we’ll introduce you to your new self-employment sidekick on this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Links for Today's ShowGet the Blog Post Show Notes for this Episode: David Steinin...2023-03-1438 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorThe Power of Creating a Memorable ExperienceWhat is it that makes some experiences so memorable that they really touch us, and make us want to tell our friends all about them? And how can we tap into this power to create meaningful, memorable experiences for the people we serve? That's what we're talking about in today's episode of the More Than a Pastor show! Links for Today's ShowGet the Blog Post Show Notes for this Episode: The Power of Creating a Memorable ExperienceJ Schwanke's TV Show: J Schwanke's Life i...2023-03-0719 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorCharity Goodwin on Coaching Where Faith and Feelings MeetCould every pastor have a second calling as a coach? And how could coaching around emotional intelligence help pastors and other leaders to live and lead more like Jesus in a church and culture that is rapidly changing? We’ll talk about that in this episode of the More than a pastor show. Links from Today's ShowFind Charity Goodwin Online: www.charitygoodwin.comPlatform Launchers: www.morethanapastor.com/platformJoin our private Facebook community: https://www.morethanapastor.com/facebookGet the Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Business is Right for You...2023-02-2853 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a Pastor5 Ways Pastors and Churches Can Profit from the Creator EconomyToday I want to talk about a topic I hear almost no one talking about: why churches should tap into the Creator Economy. And I’ll share 5 ways that pastors and churches can put the power of the creator economy to work for them. Links for Today's ShowChapter-A-Day Audio Bible: www.DesireJesus.comPlatform Launchers: www.morethanapastor.com/platformJoin our private Facebook community: https://www.morethanapastor.com/facebookGet the Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Business is Right for YouRead My Last Post: How Judgmental Christians are Killing the Church...And What Com...2023-02-2225 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHow Judgmental Christians are Killing the Church...and What Comes NextAs the church in America faces a steady decline in attendance and giving, many church leaders are quick to blame outside forces like secularism, progressivism, wokeism, or even the COVID-19 pandemic, for why people are leaving their church.But what if judgmental Christians are to blame for killing the church? And what comes next for churches and pastors? We’ll talk about it in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let's get started!Links for Today's ShowThe Guardian story mentioned: Losing Their Religion: Why US Churches are on th...2023-02-0725 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorDitch the Resolutions. Instead Focus on Your ONE THING for 2023So, it’s the third week of January 2023. The time when many of us are already abandoning our new year's resolutions. Are you tired of the stress and guilt that come from making resolutions that just don’t work?What if, this year, you could ditch the new year's resolutions and discover a simple, yet effective way to turn your biggest hopes and dreams into reality? Well, I believe it is possible. And I’ll show you how in this episode of the More Than a Pastor show. Let’s get started!Links for Today's...2023-01-1724 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorDealing with Disappointment When Everything ChangesHow do you deal with disappointment when everything changes and the church of today is not the way you expected it to be? We’ll talk about it in today’s show. Let’s get started!  Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m Rich Avery, your host. It’s great to see you again this week. Thanks for being here. I appreciate you spending a little time with us as we help you take your skills, experience, and ministry know-how and leverage them into sustainable...2023-01-1015 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a Pastor4 Lessons Learned from 2022 to Bring into 2023So, what are four lessons I’ve learned in 2022 that I want to bring with me into 2023? That’s what we’re going to talk about in today’s episode.Links for Today's ShowBlog post/transcript for this episode: 4 Things from 2022 to Bring into 2023Join our private Facebook community: https://www.morethanapastor.com/facebookGet the Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Business is Right for YouRead My Last Post: God's Gift to You in 2...2023-01-0420 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorGod’s Gift for You in 2023: More Fulfillment in Your Life and WorkAre you feeling a little stuck, broke, or unfulfilled in your life and work right now? And you wish things could change for you in 2023, but you’re not sure how…or if it’s even possible? Well I believe whatever change you’re ready for…is ready for you! And in this episode of the More Than a Pastor show I’ll share 3 steps for finding more fulfillment in your life and ministry in the new year. Lets get started.Links for Today's ShowBlog post/transcript for this episode: God's Gift f...2022-12-2720 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorThe Drowning Pastor: How to Trade Passive Hope for Active Hope this AdventIn this season of advent, do you find yourself hoping for something more in your life, work, and finances? It’s easy to hope…but there’s a big difference between having passive hope and active hope. Do you know the difference, and how to make active hope work for you? We’ll talk about it in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started!Links for Today's ShowBlog post/transcript for this episode: The Drowning Pastor: How to Trade Active Hope for Passive Hope this AdventJ...2022-12-1413 minForward From 50Forward From 50Episode 018 – Rich Avery shepherds pastors toward enhanced purpose Welcome to Episode 18 of the Passionate Purpose podcast where we interview people over 50 who are pursuing new direction for their lives. It’s an opportunity for men and women to tell their stories, their way, in their own words. I’m Greg Gerber, the founder of Forward From 50 and your host for today’s show. Forward From 50 has featured some incredible stories of men and women whose lives have gone in completely different directions after passing their 50th birthdays. Rich Avery is different. He knew early in his life what his purpose was and he hasn’t...2022-12-0142 minForward From 50 showForward From 50 showEpisode 018 - Rich Avery shepherds pastors toward enhanced purposeWelcome to Episode 18 of the Passionate Purpose podcast where we interview people over 50 who are pursuing new direction for their lives. It’s an opportunity for men and women to tell their stories, their way, in their own words. I’m Greg Gerber, the founder of Forward From 50 and your host for today’s show. Forward From 50 has featured some incredible stories of men and women whose lives have gone in completely different directions after passing their 50th birthdays. Rich Avery is different. He knew early in his life what his purpose was and he hasn't...2022-11-3042 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorCuriosity-Inspired Side Hustles with Stevan SheetsIn this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show I want to help you harness the power of curiosity in your life so you can create more income for your family. Stevan Sheets joins us. He’s a pastor who has experimented with a number of different side hustles throughout his 20 years of pastoral ministry. I’ve known Stevan personally since 2008, and one of the things I’ve appreciated about him is his curiosity. It’s been a real catalyst for growth in his family life, pastoral ministry, and his entrepreneurial pursuits.Personally, I believe c...2022-11-2949 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorIs Your Church Still Trying to Live in a World That No Longer Exists?Is Your Church Still Trying to Live in a World that NO Longer Exists? And if so, what should you do about it? Let’s talk about it in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show.Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m Rich Avery, your host. Our goal here is simple. We want to help you take your skills, experience, and ministry know-how and leverage them into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God an...2022-10-2117 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorMy Podcast Challenge: An Unexpected Blessing2022-10-0610 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHow to Start a YouTube Channel Step-by-StepHave you decided to start a YouTube channel, but you get overwhelmed with all the equipment and tool options you need for recording, editing, and posting your videos on YouTube? Let me simplify it for you in today's episode of the More Than a Pastor Show, and share the best tips for launching your new YouTube channel step-by-step. In fact, here’s what you’re going to discover:The 3 questions you must answer BEFORE you start a YouTube channel. How to set up your new YouTube channel in just 7 easy steps. What equipment do you need...2022-09-2330 minMore Than a PastorMore Than a PastorHow to Start a Podcast Step-by-StepAre you a pastor who wants to start a podcast, but you feel a little overwhelmed with all the options and choices when it comes to recording, producing, and streaming your new show to the podcastsphere? Well you’re going to really like today’s show. Because I’ll be sharing 12 steps to launching your new podcast. Let’s get started!Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business o...2022-09-1530 min