Transforming Mission Leadercast With Tim Bias & Sara Thomas

Find show notes for this episode at TransformingMission.org/064 Sign-up for Following Jesus Every Day: Galatians, Gospel of Grace   Navigating Competing Values Holding the tension between two important values is never easy - especially for leaders. In this episode, we explore the tension in Galatians 1 between the Law (or rules) and grace.  Using stories from the everyday experience of driving, we identify three insights for leaders to navigate competing values. 1. Stay focused on the main subject. In Galatians, Jesus is our focus. 2. Own your own story. 3. Celebrate what is essential and what is emerging. Tim Bias and Sara Thomas unpack these three insights to help you lead others to follow Jesus. After listening to the podcast, consider the following: What is Paul’s letter to the Galatians teaching you about grace, Jesus, and being a follower of Jesus? What 3 ground rules guide you in holding the tension between what is essential and what is emerging? Become a LeaderCast Insider  Navigate to our podcast p

You can find show notes for this episode at TransformingMission.org/063 In Part 2 of this short series on core values, we're talking personal values. Part 1 (Episode 062) covers congregational core values. Each episode stands alone while serving as a partner. Are You Walking Your Talk? What are your values? You only have one set of values. You can’t separate work values from personal values. Said differently, you can’t separate your role as a spouse, parent, or friend from those of a pastor or follower of Jesus. Not sure all of the roles you fill in life help you live into your values? Not to worry. You may not be alone. LeaderCast is here to help! In this episode will help guide you through a three-step process to claim your personal values. First, download the Personal Core Values Companion Guide. It will help you narrow down your core values to two primary values. Then, as you listen to this episode hit pause and complete the rest of the worksheet. In This Episode We’ll walk through a three-step process:

Find show notes for this episode at TransformingMission.org/062 Today we're having a conversation about congregational core values and identifying the behaviors that define the core values. For many congregations, we think we're clear on what we value, but the reality is, the values aren't supported by behavior. As a result, individuals and teams are uncertain how to support and live into the values. Often our values are what lead us to stand up, speak up, and step up. Our values can propel us to be courageous. But, without clarity of values, it’s unlikely that we’ll walk our talk. As you listen, consider the skills you learned in Episodes 055-061 about rumbling with vulnerability. Like any conversation, you'll want to build a container and define what will help people actively participate in the conversation.  We'll talk through three steps to help you get clear on your congregational core values. As always, we offer insights and stories to help guide you on your leadership in the local church.   Next Steps

Find show notes and a download to accompany this episode at TransformingMission.org/061    In Episode 061, we discuss two circumstances with very different facts to help you navigate the emotional landscape of your church with your leaders. As we've talked since Episode 055, this requires rumbling with vulnerability. We'll remind you to build a container to help people engage in the conversation, offer two possible scenarios, and encourage you to remain patient. This is new territory for many people.  Download the Emotional Literacy Worksheets Download the Rumble Starter Kit As you listen to this episode, keep in mind the following. It's a brief review from Episode 060.  Thoughts, Feelings, Actions (or inaction) leads to your Results. You have control over your thoughts, feelings, and actions (or inaction). You also have the power to name your desired outcome.  What we don't have control over are the brutal facts of our current reality. For example, here are a few facts: You live in a town of 450 The major e

On this first day of April, we have a special episode of LeaderCast for you. Find the show notes at TransformingMission.org/April1 Enjoy!

Find show notes and a downloadable resource for this episode at TransformingMission.org/060 Many of us were taught at a young age that our feelings don’t have a place in getting things done. We learned how to suppress what we were feeling to focus on accomplishing a task before us. The end result? We’ve forgotten how to identify our feelings. As a result, our emotional literacy or emotional intelligence is lacking. It’s not that simple. But, it’s the progression of tuning out our emotions and feelings. If we’re going to lead a movement of Jesus followers, we are convinced it’s going to take courageous leadership. Courageous leadership doesn’t happen void of feelings. Neither does innovation, creativity, productivity, or transformation. If you seek to lead people to encounter the love of Jesus, it’s time to get clear about what it means to be emotionally literate. In this episode, Tim and Sara have a conversation about Emotional Literacy. They talk about what it is, why it is important, and offer examples from

Find downloadable resources for this episode at TransformingMission.org/059   How to Rumble In case this is your first episode, leave the boxing gloves at home or at the gym. A rumble isn't a fight. It's a willingness to have a deep conversation - even when it's tough...especially when it is tough. In today's episode, we'll walk through four elements of a rumble, giving you examples along the way. These four elements include: Check your Rumble Readiness Container Building Defining the discussion Rumble Starters We start with the question we asked in Episode 058: How do I know if I am ready to rumble? Jump back to Episode 058 to determine if you're ready to rumble. Then, we share stories of why container building is a necessary step to a rumble, what can happen when you do and don't define the discussion, and introduce how Rumble Starters can be used in the context of a faithful conversation. We're helping you translate Brene Brown's work into the local church context by walking you through examples of rum

You can find show notes for this episode at TransformingMission.org/058 In this episode, we return to our definition of rumble offered by Brene Brown, "a rumble is a discussion, conversation or meeting defined by a commitment to: lean into vulnerability stay curious and generous stick with the messy middle be fearless in owning our parts and to listen with the same passion with which we want to be heard." We set the stage for evaluating whether or not you're ready to rumble as we share stories and a few of the items on a Rumble Readiness Checklist. We'll share an example of how quickly we move into fear and why that prevents us from engaging in the conversations at hand. Ready for more on rumbling with vulnerability? Listen to Episode 055: Let's get Ready to Rumble - Part 1 Listen to Episode 056: Let's Get Ready to Rumble - Part 2 Listen to Episode 057: Let's Get Ready to Rumble - Part 3 Read 10 Reminders for Christian Leaders During Times of Stress and Anxiety Wondering if you're ready to rumble wit

You can find show notes for this episode, at TransformingMission.org/057 Gritty Faith and Gritty Facts ...and the power of 'and' For the third week, we're inviting you to have real conversations, even if it’s tough. We're asking you to lean in, listen deeply, and ask questions. We're inviting you to rumble with vulnerability. In today's episode, we’re talking about gritty faithy and gritty facts. We explore the danger of binary thinking and offer two questions to add to your rumbling toolbox. Tim and Sara take a few minutes to answer the two questions based on the events of General Conference last week. We start with the question, "What happens when the items below are thought of as being in competition with one another?" We'll give you a few ideas about why binary thinking can be dangerous. Finances v. creative/worship arts Spenders v. savers Internal v. external Ordained clergy v. laity Local v. global Works of piety v. works of mercy Then, we'll consider what can happen when we change just one word betwe

You can find show notes for Episode 056 at TransformingMission.org/056 A rumble is a conversation where we lean in, listen closely and offer a gracious presence to hear and be heard. In today's episode, we explore the need for psychological safety to rumble. We also give two tools to help you create psychological safety. 

You can find today's prayer at TransformingMission.org/31days. Thank you for praying for the church over the past 31 days. While our posts here are finished, you can find resources for prayer at TransformingMission.org  Thank you for the privilege of journeying with you.

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You can find the written prayer and Scripture reading at TransformingMission.org/31days

You can find the written prayer and Scripture reading at TransformingMission.org/31days

You can find the written prayer and Scripture reading for today at TransformingMission.org/31days

You can find the written prayer and Scripture reading for today at TransformingMission.org/31days

You can find show notes for this episode at TransformingMission.org/055 Here's the question: "Can we rumble?" No, we're not asking you to step into a ring for a fight. We're inviting you to have real conversations, even if it’s tough. In today's episode, we’re talking about what causes us to put on a mask, wear armor, or self-protect as leaders.  We’re going to walk through some of the emotions that can bring us to fear and self-protection, why it’s important to become more aware of these emotions, what we can do as leaders, and one tool to use to help you begin to rumble with vulnerability.  

You can find the written prayer and Scripture reading at TransformingMission.org/31Days

You can find the scripture reading and written prayer for today at TransformingMission.org/31days