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In a field where you are constantly pouring out and meeting the needs of others, it can be easy to neglect yourself. However, caring for yourself as you lead a ministry shouldn't just be a well-intention, it is critical to make it a way of life. Today's show is for all of you that have had the well-intentions, but have struggled with caring for yourself.

Mark and Christine Satterfield join Ben and Lynley to discuss the importance of self-care and taking care of one's health, especially for pastors and ministry leaders. They share their own experiences of working out together and adapting their routines with young kids. They emphasize the need for intentionality and finding pockets of time for self-care, even in busy ministry schedules. Ministry leaders must prioritize their health and model healthy habits for their staff and congregation.

Throughout this conversation you'll hear how small changes can make big differences and practical tips for incorporating new habits. Check out the show links below for the great resources mentioned. Thanks for sharing and listening to a friend!


SHOW LINKS:
-Body for Life
-Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
-Atomic Habits
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If you're a regular listener to The Glass House, then you've heard plenty of wives speak to the topic of supporting their husbands in ministry. But what you haven't yet heard is how a husband can also be their wife's biggest cheerleader and supporter when she is the one in vocational ministry.  

Jen Wilkin and her husband Jeff, join Ben and Lynley on The Glass House to discuss their ministry journey and the dynamics of their marriage as Jeff supports Jen in vocational ministry. These two dive into the topic of envy and insecurity in ministry and have a wealth of knowledge and wisdom for couples who may find themselves struggling when one person's ministry is thriving more than the other's. Jen emphasizes the importance of serving where you are, while Jeff highlights the need to be a cheerleader for your spouse and support their calling. Through sharing their personal experiences and challenges, they share the importance of staying informed to details, the value of maintaining a work life balance, and the significance of having genuine friendships. 

Thanks for listening and sharing with a friend!

SHOW LINKS:
-Revelation Bible Study
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-Please email us your questions and feedback to [email protected]  or leave us a voice mail HERE

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Happy Southern Baptist Convention Eve! Over the next few days Southern Baptist Churches from around the country will come together in Indianapolis and will debate about key issues involving our churches. Recently Ben preached a sermon from Romans 14 and we thought it would be perfect to publish it on The Glass House. It is not uncommon for christians to be passionate about their positions and opinions and not agree with one another. We hope this episode encourages every listener to keep the most important things at the center: the resurrection of Jesus, the power of the Gospel, and the unifying grace that God gives to all of us. 

If you would like more on this topic, a few Lifeway authors wrote an incredible book, World On Fire: Walking in the Wisdom of Christ When Everyone's Fighting About Everything. Check it out!

Thanks for listening and sharing with a friend. 


SHOW LINKS:
-Leave Ben & Lynley a voice mail HERE
-Connect with the Glass House on Instagram HERE
-Please email us your questions and feedback to [email protected]  or leave us a voice mail HERE

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Today on the Glass House we are surprising you with a really special Friday episode.  At Lifeway we have some really fantastic podcasts that we want to make sure you know about.  Angie Elkins is our producer on the Glass House, but she also has her own show called Let It Shine.  Lynley has been a co-host with her this season and they had a really interesting conversation around family rhythms.  We are sharing it with you today.  Make sure you check out Let It Shine and give it a follow too.  We think you'll love it.

From Angie: As a mom of three kids, one of my favorite things to do is hear from other moms what's working and not working for them. I love hearing about the rhythms, routines, and habits that different families have creatd and formed to help them build the home and family they desire to have. One of my favorite people to talk about this topic with is Lynley Mandrell.

Lynley is one of the most intentional and strategic people I know, so when it comes to habits and routines, she's the perfect person to talk to! In fact, Lynley cohosts The Glass House Podcast with her husband, Ben, and they have an entire episode on the topic of family values, rythyms, and routines!

We know that no two families are the same and certainly none of us are perfect! We hope this episode encourages you and inspires you to make small changes to be intentional in building the family and home you know God wants you to have!

SHOW LINKS:
Habits of the Household
The Glass House Episode - Family Values 

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Emotions are created by God as indicators of how we are processing the environment or circumstances around us. Most people identify themselves as emotional or not by how much they cry; however, there's a lot more to emotions than crying and it's important that we experience the emotions God has given us. On today's episode of TGH, Ben and Lynley discuss this topic with Bryan Barley.

Bryan Barley is a former church planter that recently moved to Nashville, TN. He and his wife of 17 years share four children. He is a coach for The Voice of the Heart Center.

Bryan discusses the importance of emotional health and how it relates to our relationship with God and others. He shares his personal journey of discovering emotional health and the impact it had on his life and ministry. The conversation also touches on the challenges of sharing honest feelings in a healthy way within a marriage and the need for boundaries and self-awareness.

It is critical for pastors to have safe spaces where they can be vulnerable and share their struggles. We hope this conversation encourages you and supports you in finding that space!


SHOW LINKS:
-The Voice of the Heart book
-The Voice of the Heart Center
-Leave Ben & Lynley a voice mail HERE
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After every Sunday church service, the biggest thing on the pastor's mind, is how quickly the following Sunday's message is coming. Sermon preparation doesn't just effect the pastor, it also effects the entire family. On today's show Ben and Lynley share with a live audience filled with student ministry leaders at the Lifeway Headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee. You'll hear Ben and Lynley discuss what to share and what not to share, the authority that comes with being an effective preacher, and Ben's top 5 tips for sermon preparation.  Ben and Lynley also emphasize the risks that come from sacrificing time in the Word, and not teaching with your God-given authority.

This episode is filled with practical tips and we hope it's an encouragement to you. Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!
 

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-Leave Ben & Lynley a voice mail HERE
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-Please email us your questions and feedback to [email protected]  or leave us a voice mail HERE

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One of the best tools young parents have, is the tips from older parents a little further down the road! On today's episode of The Glass House, Ben and Lynley share with you practical tools for being intentional in your parenting while serving in ministry. From family closers to teaching your kids how to return a question, you'll hear practices that can cultivate an intentional and healthy family culture. Ben and Lynley have picked up several of these tips from other families along the road of parenting, and we encourage you to try some of these for your family! We'd also love to hear from you! What are some practical tips that have helped you be intentional in cultivating the family culture you desire?

Thanks for listening and sharing with a friend!

SHOW LINKS:
-Leave Ben & Lynley a voice mail HERE
-Connect with the Glass House on Instagram HERE
-Please email us your questions and feedback to [email protected]  or leave us a voice mail HERE

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There is no typical work week for a pastor. Unforeseen life events, people in crisis, or administrative tasks will always be ever-changing week to week. While being flexible is necessary in ministry, so is establishing healthy boundaries and time management skills. On today's show, Ben Skipper, Senior Pastor of Carterville Baptist Church in Petal, Ms, and his wife Lindsay, share their insights on time management as a pastor and pastor's wife.  Ben and Lindsay discuss the challenges of having a typical week, the importance of self-management, and advice for young pastors. 

As you listen we hope you're encouraged to set healthy boundaries, while also remembering flexibility is key! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!

SHOW LINKS:
-Couple's Nashville Giveaway ENTER HERE
-Leave Ben & Lynley a voice mail HERE
-Connect with the Glass House on Instagram HERE
-Please email us your questions and feedback to [email protected]  or leave us a voice mail HERE

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We cannot believe we are already at our 100th episode! It’s been quite a journey and we are so thankful for the guests who came and shared their life and story with us. This show wouldn’t be what it is without vulnerability and transparency, and we’re thankful to create a space where ministry leaders can experience both. To our listeners, we are so thankful you’ve chosen to join us in this journey. We hope by listening you've realized you’re not alone, or have been encouraged by the experiences, and sometimes mistakes, of others!

Today Ben and Lynley go back to where it all began, the very first episode! Not only will you hear clips they’ll discuss, but you’ll also hear the ways the two of them have grown over the last few years and what they wish they could have done differently. Milestones are always a time for reflection and gratitude, and we believe this 100th episode is just that- a reflection of life in the glass house, and hearts filled with gratitude to be on this journey with you! 

This is just the beginning!

SHOW LINKS:
-Couple's Nashville Giveaway ENTER HERE
-Leave Ben & Lynley a voice mail HERE
-Connect with the Glass House on Instagram HERE
-Please email us your questions and feedback to [email protected]  or leave us a voice mail HERE

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Head to college, get married, land your dream job, have kids, go to church, and live the American Dream. It's the reality most American Christians are living in, and it's where the Ley Family found themselves when they experienced a calling from God asking them to leave it all behind.

On today's episode, Michael and Naomi Ley share their experiences as missionaries and the challenges they faced from letting go of dreams and expectations, difficulties in learning a new language, and the complexities of raising children on the mission field.  The two share their journey of transitioning back to the US and the lessons they learned along the way. Despite the hardships, they express the joy and fulfillment of building relationships and the reward of surrendering their lives to God's mission.

We're thankful for the Ley's transparency in this difficult conversation and we're certain it will be an encouragement to everyone! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!


SHOW LINKS:
-Connect with the Glass House on Instagram HERE
-Please email us your questions and feedback to [email protected]