Dave & Chris talk about why it is so important to disconnect from technology and the noises screaming for our attention and then be still long enough to hear the Spirit of God. Yes, it takes being purposeful to disengage from our phones and internet.

Dave & Chris talk about looking at the long view of doing ministry, that is finishing well. Dr. Clinton's research reveals that an important part of this long journey is having mentors to walk with us over the years.

Dave & Chris address this topic from the perspective of 'what kind of disciples of Jesus do we want to set loose on the world?' Most likely the kind who can solve their own issues and not be dependent on us as the fixer of their problems.

Dave & Chris talk about both the importance and some practical aspects of keeping a larger, God-oriented view of our life & ministry. It's easy for these guys to get tunnel vision... that's why they have to work hard for this perspective.

Dave & Chris talk about some of the implications and impact it can have on us when we are aware of the kind of influence we seek to have on others for the cause of Christ. This insight can bring greater joy to our interactions with others.

Dave & Chris muse about the upsides of having a ministry that takes a posture of inviting others to walk with Jesus (and us) rather than seeking to convince them of the reasonableness of our faith in Christ (although it is reasonable).

Dave & Chris talk through the benefits when we keep the vision of our ministry central in our thinking and communicating. Then they talk about some of the costs when we neglect to keep our vision in the forefront of our leading & planning.

Dave & Chris invite you to consider serving in your ministry/calling from the perspective of living in it until you die. With this view, we must train our hearts, minds, and bodies like we would for a physical endurance event.

Most of the news we hear all day easily stirs up fear in our hearts. Dave & Chris talk about ways we might lead our church in such a way to have a voice of peace and hope in a culture that desperately needs these.

Dave & Chris talk about our real tension of having a prayed out, thought out plan and living in the moment, allowing God to interrupt our plans for His better plan. If this were easy, everyone would embrace this without grumbling or complaining.