Friday Fail Series: Locked Out of Church

Episode Title: Friday Fail Series: Locked Out of Church Host: Rob Skinner Podcast: The Rob Skinner Podcast

🎙️ Episode Summary

In today's episode of the Friday Fail Series, Rob Skinner cracks open the vault once again and shares one of his most unforgettable ministry mishaps — the day he got locked out of his own church on Neighbor Day.

Freshly appointed as an evangelist, visitors driving in from miles away, rain pouring down, and a Korean memorial service happening inside… what could possibly go wrong? Well — everything.

Rob walks through the chaos, the embarrassment, the steam literally rising from Pam, and the leadership lesson this moment taught him: Don't freak out — it will get better.

🔑 Key Moments & Lessons

• Newly appointed as an evangelist Rob sets the stage with enthusiasm, vision, and… an unlocked building that should be open.

• Neighbor Day gone sideways Guests traveled from as far as Eugene — only to be greeted by locked doors and rain.

• The Korean memorial conflict A perfectly timed (or mistimed) ceremony inside the building meant Rob and the mission team were stuck outside for five long minutes.

• Pam's reaction Let's just say: if steam could measure frustration, the gauge was redlining.

• Public apology Rob shares how he apologized to the mission team and what he learned as a young leader.

• Scripture insight — Ecclesiastes 10:4

"If a ruler's anger rises against you, do not leave your post; calmness can lay great offenses to rest." (NIV) "If your boss is angry at you, don't quit! A quiet spirit can overcome even great mistakes." (NLT)

This verse became a grounding reminder: calmness, not panic, leads to better leadership — even in the middle of a fail.

💡 Episode Takeaway

Every leader has moments they wish they could erase. But faith, maturity, and resilience grow the most through embarrassment, mistakes, and unexpected challenges.

Don't freak out. Stay calm. It will get better.

📚 Resources Mentioned

• The 10x Christian — Get your copy at RobSkinner.com or on Amazon.

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