Should pastors know who gives what? It’s a controversial topic that touches the heart of church leadership and the nature of generosity. In this episode, Jim and Frank tackle the complex issue of whether pastors should know their congregation's giving habits—and the surprising reasons why many don’t want to.

While giving is often viewed as a personal matter, its impact on spiritual growth and leadership can't be ignored. You'll hear a thought-provoking discussion on how this affects church culture and pastoral care.

In this episode:

• Why some pastors avoid knowing who gives, and how much 
• The most common scripture used—and how it’s often misapplied
• Practical ways churches can approach giving without favoritism or discomfort

Three minutes each Sunday can completely change the way your congregation views and talks about money.

In this episode, we tackle the tough questions about money in the church and its perception. We share why the conversation around giving (or lack thereof,) has drifted into a transactional focus and how to reclaim it. Learn how just 3 minutes every Sunday can radically change how your church views and handles money.

In this Episode:

1. Why church giving often feels transactional instead of transformational
2. The powerful impact of consistent, focused teaching on money
3. Practical steps to reshape your church’s approach to finances

The Elephant in the room in YOUR church – it’s time to address it.

This week, Jim and Frank explore the complex topic of ROI (Return on Investment) in ministry. They discuss how it influences church decision-making, and share thoughts about the tension between financial stewardship and metric tracking. There’s a key difference between an ROI mindset and a mission-driven funding pursuit that may not have immediate tangible returns.

In this Episode:

• Understand the pitfalls of letting ROI drive every ministry decision
• Is God giving you a sign to stop a certain slow-growing ministry?
• The importance of open, honest conversations about ROI and its impact on church decisions

Trust in the Church is at an all-time low – how did we get here, and what can we do about it?

Frank and Jim share the concerning truth of the decline of trust in the American church, discussing the staggering drop in public confidence and leadership challenges that arise from it. 

In this Episode:

• Why trust is like a bank account, and how leaders often make inadvertent withdrawals
• The alarming drop in trust towards the church – from 60% in the 70’s to 32% today
• The cost of hiding the truth, and the power of an apology in rebuilding trust

In 1968, 55% of people ages 18-24 lived with their parents. In 2023, that number has grown to 71%.

This week, Jim and Frank discuss the critical issue of staying connected with young adults as societal changes and shifts in the timing of traditional life milestones leave them isolated in ministry. They delve into the alarming statistics and share practical strategies for maintaining relationships with students to ensure they stay engaged with their faith and community.

We'll explore how to balance the practical and spiritual aspects of nurturing young adults, including:

• The shift in young adult life stages, and its impact on ministry
• Importance of consistent communication and relationship building with college students
• A strategy that bridges the gap between youth and adult ministry

Since February, we've seen four high-profile pastoral moral failures that are impacting countless lives. 

When moral failure happens, it's like a bomb drops and there's endless collateral damage that all the shrapnel hits, leaving innocent individuals to pick up the pieces. 

What can we learn from these moral failures and how can we, as leaders, finish well?

This week, Jim and Frank discuss the challenges leaders and pastors face, the burdens they carry, and the critical need for guardrails and accountability. By looking at biblical principles, we aim to guide and inspire leaders to stay grounded and maintain a pure heart before God.

Join us as we discuss:

• The importance of establishing guardrails and accountability systems to prevent moral failures in leadership
• Spiritual and practical measures to maintain self-awareness and avoid blind spots
• Strategies for nonprofit governance and the importance of clear expectations and accountability in decision-making

54% of Christians report reading the Bible less than once a month, if at all.

This week, Jim and Frank discuss how to approach and interpret the Bible, especially when understanding finances, giving, and generosity. It should be more than just finding convenient answers to our own preconceived ideas. By looking at biblical principles, we aim to inspire more meaningful engagement with scripture and, through that, a deeper relationship with God. 

Join us as we discuss:

• The importance of daily scripture reading and how it influences our understanding of God
• The challenges and perceptions around preaching on money and how pastors can approach it in a transformational way by focusing on scripture
• Strategies for church leaders to support their congregations in reading and interpreting scripture correctly

Over the next 20-30 years, several TRILLIONS will be transferred through inheritance. The average millennial expects to receive $350,000 of inherited wealth from their parents… but what if the parents disagree? And the bigger question… what if the inheritance doesn’t honor God?

This week, Jim and Frank dive into the MASSIVE upcoming wealth transfer between the baby boomers and the next generation, exploring its implications for modern-day church leadership and training. We’ll explore how to balance the practical and spiritual aspects of wealth management during this huge transitionary period.

Join us as we discuss:

• Understanding Biblical principles of stewardship and their application to the wealth transfer
• The Importance of preparing your heirs to receive and manage wealth wisely
• The Role of the church in supporting families through these complex transitions

Is it true that being rich makes it hard to get into heaven? What was Jesus really saying?

This week, Jim and Frank speak about the story of Zacchaeus and the Rich Young Ruler, examining what their encounters with Jesus reveal about our relationship with money. These stories give biblical lessons that will transform your approach to giving and stewardship in the modern church.

Hear practical steps for church leaders to address these complicated struggles, ensuring they resonate with both new and mature believers through these 3 ideas:

• Understanding the difference between transactional and transformational giving
• Approaching the topic of money with a focus on the heart transformation
• Building a culture of generosity in your congregation without being heavy-handed

Luke 16 might contain the most misunderstood Parable about stewardship in the Bible.

In this episode of Next Sunday, Jim and Frank go deep into one of the most challenging teachings of Jesus – the parable of the unjust steward. They unpack Luke 16, a part of scripture that pushes us to reconsider our relationship with money and stewardship.

We'll explore how to balance the practical and spiritual aspects of stewardship, including:

• Understanding stewardship and managing resources in the best interest of the master
• The importance of being shrewd and the internal struggle to multiply versus trusting
• Navigating the tension between earthly possessions and eternal treasures as believers