EntrePastors

Henry Ford is quoted as saying, “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.”  The truth is there is a powerful correlation between the level of our belief in success and the actual outcomes of our successes.  If you have been in pastoral ministry for any length of time, it’s likely you’ve experienced some frustrating failures and setbacks.  While this can be a normal part of the ebb and flow of ministry, if we’re not careful we can take ownership of an unhealthy limiting belief that is grounded in defeat instead of victory.  In this episode Jon challenges you to identify this negative mindset, overcome it, and take hold of the belief that success is possible FOR YOU on your EntrePastor journey. 

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Henry Ford is quoted as saying, “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.”  The truth is there is a powerful correlation between the level of our belief in success and the actual outcomes of our successes.  If you have been in pastoral ministry for any length of time, it’s likely you’ve experienced some frustrating failures and setbacks.  While this can be a normal part of the ebb and flow of ministry, if we’re not careful we can take ownership of an unhealthy limiting belief that is grounded in defeat instead of victory.  In this episode Jon challenges you to identify this negative mindset, overcome it, and take hold of the belief that success is possible FOR YOU on your EntrePastor journey. 

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One of the big limiting beliefs we see many pastors struggling with is the thought that they have very few skills that would be of value in the marketplace.  They think since they received a Bible college and/or seminary degree and have been working exclusively in the church arena for so long that somehow they are “just a pastor” and don’t have much to offer beyond that.  Nothing could be further from the truth!  In this episode Jon will help you take an accurate inventory of just how MANY skills you use on a regular basis in your pastoral ministry that could be of high demand in the marketplace.  You will come to see that you have an unfair advantage in the marketplace that will set you apart from others.

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In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast, Jon talks about how to avoid a subtle and often overlooked form of arrogance that can creep into our hearts and minds as pastors.  It’s the notion that the work we do in pastoral ministry is somehow a step or two above everyone else because afterall, it’s ministry…it’s eternal…it’s for the Lord.  This flawed mindset is the result of a faulty paradigm that seeks to distinguish between the “sacred” and the “secular” arenas of life.  And since our work is “sacred,” our callings are just a little more important than the work everyone else is called to do.  It’s this mindset that often poses a real challenge for pastors to engage in marketplace activities because it’s somehow a move away from their “sacred” work.  The best way to avoid this  trap is to recognize that it’s ALL sacred and that business can be just as valid and effective ministry as church work can be.

In this “Saturday Replay” episode of the EntrePastors podcast, Jon and Les speak directly to those who sit on boards and leadership teams in churches all across the nation.  Unfortunately, in many instances, pastors feel as though their potential to engage in some kind of marketplace ministry will be directly opposed by their boards.  Jon and Les have some words of admonition and encouragement for church boards and make a strong case for why it’s a “win-win” scenario for a pastor to be granted the freedom to launch a side-hustle in addition to serving in their pastoral role.  Here are some of the big ideas Jon and Les share in this episode:

• The traditional model of the “full-time pastoral ministry” is taking pastors out of the ministry faster than we are replacing them.
• You likely have unrealistic expectations of your pastor!
• Your church will benefit when your pastor is not hurting financially.
• Both your pastor AND your church will benefit by having your pastor in the marketplace.
  • Your church members will not be able to sit back and assume the pastor is the primary ministry provider.  They will need to get off the bench and into the game.
  • Your church will be able to identify and overcome any unrealistic and unbiblical expectations that have been placed upon their “full-time” pastor.
  • Your pastor will be less hesitant to preach boldly, lead innovatively, and confront problems in the church.
  • Your pastor will not have a low ceiling for their earning potential.
  •  Your pastor can avoid the trap of their church ministry becoming a one-dimensional, all-consuming identity.

In this episode of the EntrePastors podcast, Les Hughes and Jon Sanders welcome weight loss coaches Alan and Angie Thomas to share their transformative health journey. The couple discusses the impact of obesity in the church and their unique coaching approach, emphasizing long-term transformations and individuals taking responsibility for their health. They highlight the value of coaching and overcoming self-doubt, sharing inspiring success stories. The episode encourages listeners to invest in coaching, embrace imperfection, and prioritize personal growth.

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• Website:https://transformmyfuture.com/entrepastors 

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This week we are featuring a four part mini series from Les Hughes diving deeper into the subject of writing.  We believe many pastors should give serious consideration to becoming published authors and we desire to help them do just that.  In this episode, Les shares from his own personal journey into ghostwriting and how pastors can be successful in their own ghostwriting businesses.

This week we are featuring a four part mini series from Les Hughes diving deeper into the subject of writing.  We believe many pastors should give serious consideration to becoming published authors and we desire to help them do just that.  In this episode, Les shares the three main ways to publish your books as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each.

This week we are featuring a four part mini series from Les Hughes diving deeper into the subject of writing.  We believe many pastors should give serious consideration to becoming published authors and we desire to help them do just that.  In this episode, Les shares three different categories of writing that can be source of significant income for a pastor.

This week we are featuring a four part mini series from Les Hughes diving deeper into the subject of writing.  We believe many pastors should give serious consideration to becoming published authors and desire to help them do just that.  In this episode, Les unpacks the various ways you can create revenue through your writing.