In this episode we are joined by Rodney Shaw, Senior Pastor of New Life Austin, author of Churchwork and Feed My Sheep, and a respected leadership voice in the Apostolic movement.

He shares lessons from more than 40 years of ministry, including growing up in small churches, serving alongside David K. Bernard for 17 years, navigating an unexpected pastoral transition, planting churches, developing leaders, and writing resources that have helped countless pastors and church teams.

The conversation dives into leadership, followership, preaching, pastoral ministry, church culture, church planting, and why faithfulness matters more than chasing positions or opportunities.

Whether you're a pastor, ministry leader, volunteer, church planter, or simply passionate about serving God's Kingdom, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and encouragement.

In This Episode:

• Rodney Shaw's ministry journey

• Serving alongside David K. Bernard

• The story behind Churchwork

• Why followership matters

• Leading through major transitions

• Building healthy church culture

• The art of pastoral preaching

• Why good teaching should never be boring

• Lessons learned from 40 years of ministry

• Faithfulness, growth, and long-term leadership

For extended show notes - https://hacka.org/2026/06/02/226-rodney-shaw-what-40-years-of-ministry-taught-me/

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Buy his books - https://www.rodneyshaw.com

What does biblical parenting actually look like?In this powerful clip from Episode 223 of The Hacka Podcast, Dr Janice Sjostrand shares practical wisdom on how to teach children the way Jesus teaches us.Real teaching isn’t “one and done.”It’s walking with your children, helping them carry responsibility, building discipline over time, and developing character through consistency, trust, and love.In this conversation, Dr Sjostrand talks about:- why discipline takes repetition,- how self-control is developed,- the danger of removing responsibility,- and how parents can model Jesus in everyday life.This clip is packed with wisdom for parents, grandparents, leaders, and anyone investing in the next generation.

What happens when God sends you somewhere you never wanted to go?

In this powerful clip from Episode 224 of The Hacka Podcast, Cortt Chavis opens up about serving in the Iraq War, surviving combat, and how that season completely transformed his relationship with God.

Cortt shares how prayer stopped being “churchy” and became personal, how humility was formed through hardship, and the painful realization that he had become more in love with the calling than the God who called him.

This is an honest and deeply moving conversation about obedience, suffering, calling, and spiritual growth.

Aaron and Tiffany Anderson join the podcast to share their incredible journey as missionaries in São Paulo, Brazil — one of the largest cities in the world.

From leaving everything behind to follow the call of God, to planting churches in the heart of Brazil, to raising four children on the mission field — including triplets — this conversation is filled with powerful stories of faith, sacrifice, obedience, and revival.

The Andersons talk about the realities of missions, learning new languages, pioneering churches in a city of 23 million people, and the importance of unity in the Kingdom of God. They also share miraculous testimonies of God’s provision, what it’s like raising a family overseas, and why so many people miss their calling because they wait for the “perfect moment.”

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What if the season you’re in right now is actually preparing you for something greater?In this clip from Episode 215, David Jennings shares a timely word for young musicians and singers—especially those who feel overlooked, hidden, or eager for a platform.Too many people want the stage… but skip the process.David unpacks how biblical figures like David were prepared in private long before they were ever seen in public. The field matters. The prayer room matters. The hidden seasons matter.And in a world driven by social media, views, and highlight reels—this is a needed reminder:👉 Don’t do it for the platform.👉 Don’t do it for the views.👉 Do it for God.If you’re a worshipper, musician, leader—or someone in a season of preparation—this clip will challenge and refocus your “why.”🔑 Key Takeaways- God develops you in private before promoting you in public- The platform is not the goal—purpose is- Anointing will always outweigh talent- Social media can distort your calling if you’re not careful- Your current season is preparation, not punishment

In this powerful clip from Episode 219 of The Hacka Podcast, Cornelius Williams shares a critical warning for every believer:Be careful who you listen to.In a world full of podcasts, influencers, and voices claiming authority, it’s easy to follow someone simply because they sound confident, popular, or “Christian.” But as Cornelius explains, not every voice should be trusted.The Bible gives us a clear framework:👉 “Follow me as I follow Christ.”If someone is not aligned with Scripture… they are not worth following.In this clip, we cover:- Why Christianity is not blind following- How deception spreads through trusted voices- The importance of testing what you hear- Why popularity does not equal truth- How to filter voices through the Word of GodThis is a timely message for anyone navigating faith in the age of content, platforms, and influence.

What does real success in ministry actually look like?

In this episode, we are joined by Cortt Chavis — Pastor of Truth Chapel in Loganville, GA — for a powerful and deeply honest conversation on calling, leadership, and growth.

Cortt shares his journey from a small church upbringing to serving in the Iraq War, and how those defining moments shaped his relationship with God and his ministry. This episode dives into the real challenges of leadership, including breaking growth barriers, building teams, and understanding the difference between delegating tasks and developing leaders.

👉 Topics include:

- Ministry calling and obedience

- Leadership development and church growth

- The “doctrine of delegation”

- Lessons from military service and hardship

- What success in ministry actually means

Extended show notes - https://hacka.org/2026/05/05/224-cortt-chavis-what-success-in-ministry-really-looks-like/

Why do so many believers still feel incomplete… even while faithfully living for God?In this clip from Episode 223, Dr Janice Sjostrand addresses a struggle that many Christians don’t talk about—feeling like something is missing, even in church.She unpacks the truth behind that feeling and points us back to a life-changing promise found in Colossians 2:10: you are complete in Him.This conversation dives into:- Why past wounds can leave you feeling “less than”- The danger of trying to fix yourself- What it really means to see yourself through the Word of God- How God restores what others could not give you

Have you ever felt like you heard from God… but nothing happened?In this powerful clip from Episode 168 of The Hacka Podcast, AJ Holloway speaks directly to one of the biggest struggles facing this generation, waiting on God. In a world built on instant results, learning to trust God’s timing can feel frustrating and even discouraging.AJ unpacks why God is not in a hurry, why character is developed in seasons (not moments), and how comparison and impatience can quietly derail your calling.

What if your life isn’t random—but structured in seasons God designed for your growth?

In this episode, Dr Janice Sjostrand returns to unpack a life-changing revelation on the “circles of life”—how every decade carries unique challenges, responsibilities, and opportunities for spiritual growth.

From childhood to mature adulthood, Dr Sjostrand explains why so many believers struggle to transition between seasons—and how you can break that cycle. She dives into the importance of self-awareness, discipline, obedience, and ultimately, total dependence on God to navigate each stage of life.

This conversation is packed with practical wisdom for parents, leaders, and anyone trying to grow in their walk with God. Whether you're raising children, navigating young adulthood, or carrying the weight of responsibility in later years, this episode will equip you with biblical insight and clarity.

For full show notes, including scriptures - https://hacka.org/2026/04/22/223-dr-janice-sjostrand-the-7-circles-of-life-every-believer-must-understand/