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The Leader's Journey PodcastResilience: Finding Stability in a World of InstabilityIntroduction Life and leadership inevitably bring seasons of disruption and instability. What do we do when the ground shifts beneath us, and the places we thought were safe no longer hold? In this conversation, Trisha Taylor talks with Rusty Mackey about resilience as a guiding principle—learning to live with instability, to cultivate presence, and to find stability not in circumstances but in God. Guest Bio Rusty McKie is a spiritual director, spiritual formation coach, and somatic coach. He is the founder of Steadfast Ministries, where he helps leaders survive and thrive in mi...
2025-09-1341 min
Grace After HoursReframing Masculinity with Rusty McKieWhat does it really mean to be a man?Rusty Mackie — spiritual director, author, and creator of Man School — joins us for an honest conversation about fatherhood, masculinity, and the emotional void so many men feel today. 📘 ManSchool https://manschool.co🌱 Steadfast Ministries: https://www.steadfastmin.comWatch the video version of this podcast on our Youtube channel! Follow Grace After Hours on Instagram Got a question? Reach us at afterhours@discovergrace.com
2025-06-1040 minSunday SermonsThe Practice of SabbathListen in on this conversation between Rusty McKie and Jamie Hart as they discuss the practice of Sabbath. This practice is one of the gifts God has given to us to help us move from restlessness to rest.
2025-03-271h 07
Healthy Church PodcastSabbaticals - HCP 243Sabbatical - HCP 243On this episode of the HCP, Larry and Drew have special guests Dr. John David Smith and Pastor Wade Allen from Temple Baptist Church, Rogers, AR. Both John David and wade have recently come off of a time of Sabbath and share about how they prepared, what that time consisted of and what benefits they experienced by being intentional to take that time. Books they’ve suggested in the podcast for consideration are:“Replenish” by Lance Witt“Sabbaticals” by Rusty Mckie“Reset” b...
2025-03-0439 min
The Biggest TableFinding Stability in Life's Chaos with Rusty McKieIn this episode of 'The Biggest Table,' I delve into themes of food, hospitality, and spiritual growth with guest Rusty McKie. Rusty, a spiritual director and trauma-informed formation coach, discusses his new book 'The Art of Stability,' which is born out of his personal and relational experiences since 2016. He introduces the idea of finding stability in God and discusses the importance of contemplative prayer, sitting with pain, embracing fragility, and cultivating community. The conversation also covers practical advice on handling trauma, maintaining agency, and being vulnerably specific with trusted friends. The episode is infused with personal stories...
2024-08-271h 00
Cultivate the Ordinary"The Art of Stability" and Becoming More Present to Jesus with Rusty McKieIn this episode, Travis and Jess are joined by pastor and ministry leader Rusty McKie to talk about his upcoming book releasing July 16th, pre-order here: The Art of Stability: How Staying Present Changes Everything Available on Amazon (Digital only)Rusty is an author, pastor, trauma informed coach, and spiritual director. He's a contributor to the Gospel Coalition and founder of Steadfast Ministries where he helps leaders survive and thrive in ministry. Rusty authored the book Sabbatical, and he is also the director of men’s discipleship at his church in Central Florida and hosts Th...
2024-06-1851 min
This vs. ThatSelf-Care vs. Wise Sabbath - Rusty MckieOn this episode of This vs. That, we explore the topic of self-care versus wise Sabbath with special guest Rusty Mckie. Rusty is a spiritual director, author, and founder of Steadfast Ministries, which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ. He also serves as a counselor with Anchored Hope.
Throughout the episode, we explore the biblical principles behind Sabbath and self-care, and how they relate to our identity and work. Rusty reminds us that we work from rest, not for rest, and that self-care is about right-sizing ourselves and paying attention to our needs and limits.
2023-07-1952 min
May I Ask You A Question?33: Rusty McKie May 2023My next guest is Rusty McKie who is a spiritual director, host of the Art of Stability podcast, founder of Steadfast Ministries, and the author of a book called Sabbaticals. He’s currently working on book also called The Art of Stability.
This conversation was informative for me as I didn’t know much about spiritual direction. It was also refreshing as we discussed certain elements of the Christian experience to which I had not put much thought or articulation. Like how do we define or experience intimacy with God or rest?
I didn’t even get...
2023-06-111h 25
A Beautiful ChurchSabbaticals Can Save Ministry Leaders and Ministries (Part 2) with Tracy EdwardsThe mission of this podcast is to highlight the beauty and diversity of God’s Church – both in Chattanooga and the Church at large.Last episode, Micki Ann and Rusty McKie introduced the topic of sabbaticals. In this episode, Micki Ann interviews pastor Tracy Edwards, who shares his story of working with his congregation to take a much-needed break from ministry.In his seventeen years of pastoring, Tracy had never taken a sabbatical. It wasn’t until he was overwhelmed by the difficulty of leading a small congregation during the Covid crisis that he reached a brea...
2023-04-1249 minA Beautiful ChurchSabbaticals Can Save Ministry Leaders and Ministries (Part 1) with Rusty McKieThe mission of this podcast is to highlight the beauty and diversity of God’s Church – both in Chattanooga and the Church at large.Earlier in this season, Adam and Micki Ann talked about the spiritual rhythm of sabbath, but what if you need more than one day of rest? In this episode, guest Rusty McKie shares advice on how to take a sabbatical. After pastoring for several years, Rusty sensed God leading him in a new direction, resulting in Steadfast Ministries, an organization that helps ministry leaders. One of Rusty’s focuses is sabbatical coachin...
2023-04-0552 min
The Art of StabilityManaging Anxiety with Steve CussIn the season one finale, Steve and Rusty discuss not taking yourself too seriously, anxiety over life-transitions, and the gift of enjoying life in the moment.Check out Steve's work over at stevecusswords.com for help with anxiety.Also, if you have any thoughts about season one of the Art of Stability or suggestions for season two, I'd love to hear them. Email me at rusty@steadfastmin.comThe Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries (steadfastmin.com)Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and...
2022-03-0930 minThe Art of StabilityHit by a Bus with Karen Swallow PriorIn today's episode, Karen and Rusty talk about Resilience, recovering from a tragic accident, and the power of bookending your day in the presence of the Lord.Check out Karen's books (amzn.to/3IBiO2z) and her new podcast Jane and Jesus (apple.co/3ps867h). Also, check out my offerings at Steadfast Ministries, which exist to help you stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work (steadfastmin.com).Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and performed by Rob Maine All music recorded a...
2022-03-0229 minThe Art of StabilityFish Are Friends with Ryan WilliamsIn today's episode, Ryan and Rusty talk about loyalty to friends, pushing harder when life falls apart, and praying the Psalms. Besides pastoring, Ryan is the director of Am I Called ministries which exists to help ministry leaders live, love, learn, and last (amicalled.com). Also, check out my offerings at Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work (steadfastmin.com). Cover Art by Brian Behm. Music created and performed by Rob Maine. All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company...
2022-02-1632 minThe Art of StabilityLet It Be with Susan CurrieIn today's episode, Susan and Rusty talk about having a non-judgmental presence, how cancer moved her from circumstantial stability to true stability, and how slowing down to listen to Scripture helps us know Jesus better. Susan works with Leadership Transformations which attends to the souls of leaders (leadershiptransformations.org).Also, check out my offerings at Steadfast Ministries if you'd like help staying grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work (steadfastmin.com).Cover Art by Brian Behm.Music created and performed by Rob Maine.All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com/Episode...
2022-01-2633 minThe Art of StabilityControl and Chaos with Dan HyunIn today's episode, Dan and Rusty talk about the temptation to craft an online presence, the bombshell of both his brother’s and daughter’s leukemia diagnosis, and the stabilizing power of getting healthy. If you'd like to connect with Dan, find him on Twitter @villagedanhyun. Also, check out Dan's new bookThe Bible in 52 Weeks for Men (https://amzn.to/3HVhGpP).If you're interested in a 3-Day Soul Care Intensive, I'd love to chat. Remember to share that you heard about it on the podcast for a 20% discount - https://bit.ly/steadfast-soul-careCover Art by Bri...
2022-01-1236 min
Gospel for LifeGoing the Distance with Rusty McKieIf we’re going to go the distance, we need practices that will sustain us and help us grow.
Many people call this a Rule of Life.
But many of us don’t know what a Rule of Life is, or where to begin.
Rusty McKie, founder of Steadfast Ministries, wants to help. In this episode, I talk to Rusty about what a Rule of Life is, and how to get started.
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2021-12-2037 minThe Art of StabilitySpiritual Fathers and Mothers with Scotty SmithIn today's episode, Scotty and Rusty talk about finding a spiritual father or mother, befriending weakness, and how the gospel makes us more human. If you'd like to connect with Scotty, find her on Twitter @ScottyWardSmith. Also, check out his blog at The Gospel Coalition (https://bit.ly/3dOVvoj).The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work. Check out Steadfast Ministries to learn about spiritual direction, sabbatical coaching, workshops, and other free resources - steadfastmin.com
2021-12-1531 minThe Art of StabilityWoke Blue Haired Jezebel with Bekah MasonIn today's episode, Bekah and Rusty talk about enduring criticism, the scariness of getting what you want, and our deep need for companions on our journey. If you'd like to connect with Bekah, find her on Twitter @bekahmason. Also, check out her work at Revoice (revoice.us) and the Pelican Project (thepelicanproject.com). Also, as promised, here's Bekah's most recent piece at Christianity Today - Side B Christians Like Me Are An Asset Not a Threat (bit.ly/3IoT0XS).The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay gro...
2021-12-0731 minThe Art of StabilityLess Is More with Jamaal WilliamsIn today's episode, Jamaal and Rusty talk about the importance of friends, how to cultivate friendship, and the power of our imagination in reading Scripture. If you'd like to connect with Jamaal, find him on Twitter @Jamaal711. Also, check out The Eavesdrop for conversations about diversity, multiculturalism, and ethnic diversity - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29WPzMYUVkaqZ0XjgrzGiQThe Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work. Check out Steadfast Ministries to learn about spiritual direction, sabbatical coaching, workshops, and other free res...
2021-12-0129 minThe Art of StabilityYou Can't Plant a Church with Darryl DashGod knows what He's doing. In today's episode, Rusty and Darryl talk about our encouragement, family crisis, and digesting God's Word and goodness. If you'd like to connect with Darryl, check out his website at dashhouse.com.The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work. Check out Steadfast Ministries to learn about spiritual direction, sabbatical coaching, workshops, and other free resources - steadfastmin.comCover Art by Brian Behm.Music created and performed by Rob Maine.All music recorded and produced by Th...
2021-11-2328 minThe Art of StabilityMind Castles with Chuck DegroatGod is kinder than we can imagine. In today's episode, Rusty and Chuck talk about our shadow side, self-compassion, and how Jesus heals our trauma. If you'd like to connect with Chuck, find him on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @chuckdegroat. Also, frequent Chuck's website to find future projects at chuckdegroat.net.The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work. Check out Steadfast Ministries to learn about spiritual direction, sabbatical coaching, workshops, and other free resources - steadfastmin.co...
2021-11-1632 minThe Art of StabilityJetskis and Drowning with Jonathan HolmesAnxiety reminds us that we need help. In today's episode, Rusty and Jonathan discuss how curiosity and creativity can help us be more present to God and others. If you'd like to connect with Jonathan, follow him on Twitter @jonathanholmes, buy his newest books, check out his cooking with his daughters on Instagram @holmesanddaughters, or learn more about his work at fieldstonecounseling.org.The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work. Check out Steadfast Ministries to learn ab...
2021-11-0923 minThe Art of Stability"What if?" with Hannah AndersonUncertainty brings about all sorts of reactions in us. In today's episode, Hannah and Rusty talk about the need for openness to what God might do in the midst of an unknown future. If you'd like to connect with Hannah, follow her on Twitter @sometimesalight, buy Turning of Days, or read her articles on Christianity Today.The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work. Check out Steadfast Ministries to learn about spiritual direction, sabbatical coaching, workshops, and ot...
2021-10-2732 min
The Art of StabilityThe Walk of Shame with Ronnie MartinOur shame is always present — whispering and warning us not to get too close to others. In my conversation with Ronnie, we talk about the particular resilience that can come through vulnerability and God's goodness to root us in the present moment.If you'd like to connect with Ronnie Martin and his work, check him out on Twitter - @ronniejmartinThe Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work.If you'd like more...
2021-10-1827 min
Truth Trauma TheologyThe Discipline of Sabbath with Joel PeedJoel is one of the most sought after ministers specializing in Sabbath practices. Joel founded "Waters of Rest" ministry designed to help ministers find rest and renewal through sabbaticals and sabbath rest. He joins the show to provide education about this critical discipline.
Sabbatical Resources:
Leading on Empty… Wayne Cordeiro Clergy Renewal… A. Richard Bullock, Richard J. Bruesehoff Sabbaticals… Rusty McKie Journeying Toward Renewal… Melissa Bane Sevierhttp://media.focusonthefamily.com/pastoral/pdf/PAS_Sabbaticals.pdfhttps://crosspointministry.comhttp://leadercareonline.com/www.soulshepherding.orghttp://www.lifeandleadership.com/ministry-resources/self-care-for-church-leaders.htmlSpiritual Retreat ResourcesSilence and Solitude… Ruth Haley BartonSacred Rhythms… Ruth Hal...
2021-07-061h 09
Trust God BroEpisode 19: Trusting God when you're LonelyWe all experience loneliness on some level— but how do you handle it? Caleb Helanthal is back for another episode that gives gospel hope to lonely folk. Though we may be alone, we don't have to be lonely.
Resources
Lamentations 3:22-25 John 17 Psalm 34:10
Joe Carter, editor for the gospel coalition, What Christians should know about loneliness
3 Unhealthy Responses to Loneliness by Ashley Chesnut
Lonely Me: A Pastoral Perspective by Steve DeWitt
5 Myths and Truths in Loneliness by Gary Barnes and Darrell Bock
How Your Church Can Respond to the Loneliness Epidemic by Jeremy Linneman
Leverage Your Loneliness...
2021-03-0730 min
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02. Brett Gould ft Rion S - The One (Original Mix)
03. Cuneyt Cilingiroglu - Bohoo (Derun Remix)
04. Ed Lee - Down The Rabbit Hole (Original Mix) [33 Music]
05. Dan McKie - Her (These Machines Remix) [33 Music]
06. Runge - Funky One (Extended Mix)
07. Jay Kay & Scott J - Movements (@defunktrec Traxx)
08. Rusty Egan ft Shimmer Johnson - Breaking (Extended)
09. Simon Doty & Ezequiel Arias - Sonoma [@Anjunadeep]
10. Philipp Straub, Nilseus - Everything Is Happening
11. Vanilla Ace - Wildin (Original Mix) [@UNDRtheRADR_]
12. Mr. Oz - Move Your Feet (Original Mix) [@DeepTechLA]
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2020-03-122h 04
This Is Harbor NetworkRusty McKieOn this episode, Dave Owens chats with Rusty McKie. Rusty is the lead pastor of Sojourn Community Church in Chattanooga, TN, and Today we talk about the ups and downs of church planting, pastoring through dark seasons, and about God's faithfulness—his ability to show up—when things get confusing.CreditsThis episode of This is Harbor Network (formerly Sojourn Network) is a production of The Narrativo GroupProduced by Mike CosperMusic by Sojourn MusicEdited and Mixed by TJ HesterMusic by Sojourn Music
2018-06-2933 min