Conversations with Josh Andrew

In this episode of Conversations, I walk through Ezekiel 37 and what it reveals about church leadership today. It is possible to build structure, systems, and excellent services while losing dependence on the Holy Spirit. We talk about the danger of programs replacing the Spirit, why churches can look healthy externally but feel lifeless internally, and what it means to lead with prayer, repentance, and spiritual awareness.If you are a pastor or church leader sensing something is missing beneath the surface, this conversation will challenge you to return to the Spirit as the true source of life and transformation.📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2Get More Views & Subscribers on YouTube https://vidiq.com/joshnandrew/🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrewWebsite: https://joshandrew.orgMore links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

What do you do when you have clarity and conviction… but no traction?In this episode, I talk about what it actually takes to carry vision in the early stages—when it feels slow, misunderstood, and lonely.Most leaders quit here. Not because the vision is wrong, but because they don’t understand the pattern.Every vision follows the same flow:10% lean in early70% follow after the price is paid20% will never comeThat’s leadership.We break down why vision is proven in private before it shows up in public, why you can’t wait for consensus, and how “vision whiplash” quietly kills momentum. I also talk about building through people, not just systems, staying rooted in fundamentals, and how to navigate seasons where momentum feels like it’s stopped.If you’re a pastor, leader, or builder trying to stay faithful to what God has given you, this episode will help you reframe what’s actually happening—and how to keep moving forward.I send a free newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2Get More Views & Subscribers on YouTube https://vidiq.com/joshnandrew/🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Website: https://joshandrew.orgMore links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode, I sit down with Rohn Starling to talk about creativity, identity, and how to build a healthy life and ministry without losing yourself in the process. Rohn has worked with Transformation Church, Elevation Rhythm, Maverick City, and leaders across the global Church, helping shape how churches approach creativity, social media, and biblical teaching. We talk about burnout, leadership, youth ministry, and what it actually looks like to create with God instead of just for Him. If you’re a pastor, creative, or young leader, this conversation will challenge how you think about building, leading, and sustaining what God has called you to. What we cover: Why creatives and leaders burn out in ministry How identity in Christ shapes your leadership and creativity The tension between structure and freedom in creative ministry Why margin, rest, and Sabbath are non-negotiable How to build a healthy youth ministry and lead the next generation This is about building something that lasts without compromising who you are. Rohn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rohnstarling/ I send a free newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 Get More Views & Subscribers on YouTube https://vidiq.com/joshnandrew/ 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I talk about why building a church team requires more than filling a schedule. We explore how culture, relationships, and intentional development create leaders who take ownership, and why pastors are called to equip people, not just manage systems. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 Get More Views & Subscribers on YouTube https://vidiq.com/joshnandrew/ 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I talk about a type of exhaustion many leaders feel but rarely name, burnout that sleep cannot fix. Even when you are faithful and doing everything right, leadership can quietly wear you down beneath the surface. We explore why faithfulness does not mean limitlessness, how confusing calling with capacity leads to burnout, and the hidden cost of constant availability. This conversation reframes healthy leadership around boundaries, margin, and sustainability so you can lead with longevity, not just impact. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I talk with worship pastor Chris Kuti about leading worship teams, avoiding burnout, and why worship leaders must see themselves as pastors first and musicians second. We discuss ministry health, shepherding teams, and building a wholehearted approach to worship leadership. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 Get More Views & Subscribers on YouTube https://vidiq.com/joshnandrew/ 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I explore the difference between building crowds and making disciples. While many churches measure success by attendance and engagement, Jesus’ mission in Matthew 28 was clear: make disciples. We talk about why Sunday services cannot carry the full weight of spiritual formation, how Jesus modeled relational discipleship, and why proximity, accountability, and shared life are essential for real growth. This conversation challenges pastors and church leaders to rethink how discipleship actually happens and how churches can prioritize formation over attendance. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 Get More Views & Subscribers on YouTube https://vidiq.com/joshnandrew/ 🔗 Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I sit down with Al Gordon, pastor of SAINT Church and author of Spark, to talk about the lie many people believe: “I’m not creative.” We explore why creativity is central to being made in the image of God, how the Church has lost its edge in this area, and what it looks like to rediscover imagination, execution, and collaboration in today’s world. If you’re a pastor, leader, or creative, this conversation will help you unlock your God-given creativity and take your next step with clarity and confidence. If this conversation resonates with you, I’d strongly encourage you to pick up Al’s book Spark: https://algordon.co/

In this episode of Conversations, I answer 10 real questions submitted through Instagram about leadership, church planting, marriage, and navigating seasons of change. This is an honest, unfiltered conversation where I process out loud about calling, uncertainty, emotional health, and what leadership looks like behind the scenes. We discuss how to discern when God is leading you into a new season, leaving what is familiar to build something new, leading without a clear roadmap, and handling disappointment when leadership decisions affect people. I also share practical thoughts on protecting marriage during transitions, healthy boundaries, emotional resilience, leadership availability, and what it means to feel called but unqualified. If you are a pastor, church leader, church planter, or someone navigating change, this episode will encourage you to lead with faithfulness, humility, and clarity rather than pressure or comparison. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I sit down with Andrew Matrone to discuss pastoral burnout, ministry leadership, marriage, and sustainable health in church leadership. Andrew shares his transition after 13 years at Red Rocks Church, a season of uncertainty, deleting social media for a year, and rebuilding rhythms of rest and restoration before stepping into a new pastoral role in Florida. We discuss the Barna statistic that only 7% of pastors under 45 say they are flourishing and why traditional ministry models often neglect emotional, physical, and relational health. This conversation explores boundaries in ministry, the difference between calling and career, leading your home before leading your church, and how pastors can build health in body, mind, and spirit. Andrew also shares practical encouragement for young pastors, including small consistent changes that create long-term sustainability. If you are a pastor, church leader, ministry couple, or someone navigating leadership burnout, this episode will help you rethink rest, redefine success, and learn how to lead from overflow rather than depletion. 👉 Connect with Andrew: Instagram: @andrewmatrone_ The Fit Pastor Co: @thefitpastorco 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.orgMore links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I talk about the leadership trap of seeking approval instead of leading with conviction. We explore how people pleasing quietly replaces clarity, why delayed obedience damages trust and culture, and what it takes to lead with courage and faithfulness. If you are a pastor or leader navigating pressure to be liked while making difficult decisions, this conversation will help you return to conviction rooted in obedience rather than applause. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links:https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew  

In this episode of Conversations, I talk about one of the most misunderstood topics in church leadership: church growth. While growth is often celebrated as success, unexamined growth can actually be unhealthy and even harmful if it outpaces discipleship, repentance, and spiritual formation. We look at how attendance, momentum, and numbers have slowly replaced biblical measures of faithfulness and fruitfulness. I walk through Jesus’ perspective on crowds, the difference between growth and health, and why transfer growth can give leaders a false sense of effectiveness. This conversation challenges church leaders to rethink how they measure success and to prioritize maturity, Christ-likeness, and long-term spiritual health over simply attracting larger crowds. If you’re a pastor or church leader wrestling with metrics, pressure to grow, or questions about what healthy ministry really looks like, this episode is an invitation to slow down and return to biblical foundations. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I sit down with my longtime friend Ty Headley to talk about creativity, ambition, rest, and what it looks like to live a spirit-led life in a chaotic world. Ty shares his journey from aspiring dancer to creative strategist and reflects on how embracing his story, identity, and limitations shaped who he is today. We talk about navigating feedback and criticism as a creative, the pressure to produce, and the tension between ambition and rest. Ty offers honest insight on discouragement, lost time, God’s timing, alignment, and why rest and self-love are not optional if you want to live and lead well. This conversation is especially for young leaders, creatives, and anyone feeling stretched thin by expectations. If you’re trying to build something meaningful without losing yourself in the process, this episode will help you slow down, refocus, and lead from a healthier place. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free monthly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I talk about one of the most subtle leadership traps: leading for approval instead of conviction. Over time, the desire to be liked, affirmed, or accepted can quietly replace obedience and integrity, even in well-meaning leaders. I break down three common ways approval replaces conviction, including editing yourself, delaying obedience, and confusing peace with popularity. We also look at the real cost of approval-driven leadership and walk through four marks of leaders who lead from conviction rather than crowd response. If you’re a pastor, church leader, entrepreneur, or anyone carrying responsibility for others, this conversation will help you identify where approval may be shaping your decisions and how to return to conviction-led leadership that is faithful, clear, and healthy. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I talk about the often-overlooked tension between spiritual maturity and emotional health in leadership. Many leaders are faithful in prayer, Scripture, and ministry responsibilities, yet still struggle with emotional dysfunction that quietly affects how they lead. I unpack three common patterns found in emotionally unhealthy leaders, including spiritualizing avoidance, defensiveness disguised as conviction, and control masquerading as stewardship. We also walk through four key habits of emotionally healthy leaders, focusing on self-awareness, managing emotional triggers, inviting honest feedback, and pursuing healing beyond ministry environments. If you’re a pastor, church leader, or anyone in spiritual leadership, this conversation is an invitation to look inward with honesty. Emotional health is not optional for effective leadership. It shapes how we love people, make decisions, and sustain our calling over time. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free monthly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I reconnect with Jacob to talk about his journey from personal loss to launching the suicide prevention nonprofit Stay Here. What began out of deep pain has grown into a national movement that now helps save lives every day and partners with communities across the country. Jacob shares how Stay Here was built, the leadership challenges behind scaling a life-saving organization, and what churches need to understand about mental health and suicide prevention. We talk about the silence that still exists around suicide in faith communities, why pastors must take emotional and spiritual health seriously, and how integrity, rest, and honesty play a critical role in sustainable leadership. This conversation is for church leaders, pastors, and anyone who wants to better understand mental health, suicide prevention, and how the Church can respond with compassion, courage, and practical action. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. You are not alone. Stay Here Website: https://www.stayhere.live/ Stay Here Network: https://www.stayherenetwork.com/ 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I explore the tension between vision and character in leadership—and what happens when growth in influence outpaces inner formation. Many leadership failures don’t begin publicly; they start with small, unaddressed character gaps that expand as vision and responsibility increase. I talk through why vision alone cannot sustain healthy leadership, how unresolved personal issues quietly erode integrity, and why chasing applause can replace formation if we’re not careful. We also discuss calling, capacity, obscurity, and the intentional practices required to develop character alongside vision for long-term leadership health. This episode is for pastors, church leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone carrying responsibility for others who wants to lead with integrity, stability, and faithfulness—not just success. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I talk about a difficult but necessary topic for church leaders: resentment in ministry. Many pastors and leaders feel frustration, distance, or even bitterness toward the people they serve—but rarely talk about it out loud. I explore how hidden resentment forms in church leadership, how it affects compassion and presence, and why spiritual authority without love becomes dangerous over time. We talk about ownership, responsibility, patience, and the importance of guarding your heart so leadership doesn’t drift into obligation or control. If you’re a pastor or church leader who feels emotionally distant, exhausted, or frustrated with ministry, this conversation is a heart-check. It’s about recognizing resentment early, healing what’s underneath it, and learning how to lead with truth, love, and genuine care for your church community. 👉 Join the weekly conversation Short weekly reflections on leadership, faith, and the realities we don’t always say out loud. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

In this episode of Conversations, I explore the hidden cost of leadership and how it slowly erodes margin, presence, and identity over time. Leadership rarely breaks us all at once—instead, it quietly drains us, often while everything still looks successful on the outside. I talk through the unseen ways leadership can deplete emotional margin, fracture our ability to be fully present with people, and shift our identity from who we are to what we produce. This conversation covers authenticity in leadership, the role of rest, obedience, intentional sacrifice, and why wholeness matters more than performance if leadership is going to be sustainable. This episode is for pastors, church leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone carrying responsibility for others who wants to lead well without losing themselves in the process. If you’ve felt the quiet weight of leadership beneath the surface, this conversation will help you name it, understand it, and respond with wisdom and health. 👉 Join the weekly conversation Short weekly reflections on leadership, faith, and the realities we don’t always say out loud. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew  

In this episode, Josh prompts us to consider a crucial question often overlooked in ministry: despite external success, is there an internal void? This discussion aims to foster personal development and encourage a growth mindset regarding one's ministry. We explore the importance of mental health and internal growth, offering life lessons for a more fulfilling journey. If you’re a pastor, church leader, or ministry professional who feels burned out while everything looks “fine,” this conversation will help you recognize burnout early, realign your leadership rhythms, and lead with long-term health and faithfulness. 📝 Weekly Newsletter I send a free weekly newsletter where I share honest thoughts on leadership, ministry, faith, and building something that actually lasts. Subscribe here: https://conversations-with-josh-andrew.beehiiv.com/ 🎙️ Editing & Production I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio and video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram: @joshnandrew TikTok: @joshnandrew Website: https://joshandrew.org More links: https://linktr.ee/Joshnandrew

There’s a season in leadership—and in following God—when obedience feels unrewarded, unnoticed, and even pointless. In this episode of Conversations, I talk about why those seasons often matter more than the ones that feel productive or affirmed. We explore how God measures obedience by faithfulness rather than outcomes, why hidden obedience reveals what’s really shaping us, and how seasons that feel quiet or stalled are often seasons of deep formation. This isn’t about pushing harder or proving yourself—it’s about trusting God’s process when progress isn’t obvious. If you’re a leader, pastor, entrepreneur, or simply walking through a season where doing the right thing feels costly, this conversation will encourage you to stay faithful, remain grounded, and trust that God is at work even when the reward hasn’t shown up yet.   I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio + video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

Church leadership carries a cost that most people don’t talk about openly. In this episode of Conversations, I share lessons learned through years of church leadership and church planting—from leading in Omaha to planting churches in California and Phoenix. We talk honestly about the real cost of leadership, how leading from conviction matters more than approval, and why emotional health is essential for long-term faithfulness. This conversation is about clarity, endurance, and learning to trust God’s timing while He refines leaders to carry greater responsibility. It’s not about shortcuts or hype—it’s about leading well when the weight is real. This episode is for pastors, church planters, and ministry leaders who want to lead with health, humility, and longevity. If this encouraged you, consider subscribing and sharing it with a leader who needs perspective today. I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio + video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

Christmas is one of the most important Sundays of the year — and also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, I talk about what really matters when it comes to leading a Christmas service. Why Christmas isn’t the time to reinvent your church, chase production, or try to be something you’re not. And why simplicity, clarity, and faithfulness often carry more weight than creativity or scale. So many churches feel pressure to make Christmas bigger, flashier, or more impressive. But what people actually need is Jesus, a clear message, and leaders who genuinely care. Christmas isn’t about showing off what we can do — it’s about revealing who Christ is. I share seven practical leadership principles that have shaped how I think about Christmas services, including why consistency builds trust, why presence matters more than performance, and why your team culture is more important than your run of show. If you’re a pastor, church leader, or volunteer helping lead a Christmas service, my hope is that this conversation brings clarity, peace, and confidence as you prepare for one of the most significant Sundays of the year. I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio + video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

Disciple making, how to make disciples, and living the Great Commission—this episode breaks down what Jesus actually meant when He told us to make disciples. I talk about why real discipleship requires the power and presence of Jesus, why you don’t find disciples but form them, and why proximity matters more than position. If you want a simple, biblical framework for making disciples in real life, this conversation will help you live it out.   🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org   I use Descript to edit and produce this podcast. It makes audio + video editing simple, fast, and clean. 👉 https://descript.cello.so/5I4MealWKa2

In this episode of Conversations, I get real about what actually matters in ministry — and what doesn’t. For me, ministry has never been about building a platform, performing for people, or chasing relevance. It has always come back to presence, character, obedience, and staying faithful to the assignment God trusted me with. I walk through five things that truly matter in ministry and five things that don’t. It’s honest, direct, and meant to help leaders refocus on the essentials. If you love the local church or lead in any capacity, my hope is that this episode steadies you, challenges you, and brings you back to what really counts.   🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversation Today, I talk about something every leader, pastor, and organization wrestles with: living your values instead of just talking about them. It’s easy to print values on a wall or put them on a website, but if they don’t show up in our actions, they don’t shape anything. Culture isn’t what we say—it’s what we do. Using Exodus 32 and the story of the golden calf, I unpack how values drift from conviction to decoration when we stop practicing them. Any value we elevate above obedience, intimacy, and actual action can quietly become an idol. When values become image-driven instead of intimacy-driven, we build ministries and teams that look polished but lack power. Whether you're leading a church, a team, or your own household, this episode will challenge you to examine the gap between the values you declare and the values you actually live. 🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversations, I break down 7 leadership strategies every leader needs to master—practical shifts that can elevate your team without rewriting your entire playbook. These are the core habits I’ve learned as a pastor and leader that consistently create clarity, alignment, and momentum. We talk about why clarity always beats complexity, how to model the energy you expect, why coaching works better than criticism, and how empowering your team produces better results than solving everything yourself. I also share the often-missed connection between leadership and spiritual discipline—and how it transforms the way you show up for your team. Whether you're leading a church, a department, a staff team, or a creative crew, these principles will sharpen your leadership and strengthen your culture immediately.   🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversations with Josh Andrew, I talk candidly about pride in ministry—and how it often hides as insecurity. You can be anointed and still crave affirmation. You can preach humility and still perform for worth. I walk through 7 red flags that expose pride in church leadership and share biblical, practical ways to return to humility, accountability, and a healthy private life with God. You’ll hear why calling can’t become identity, why affirmation without accountability creates talent without trust, how wounds turn into control, and why metrics aren’t the same as fruit. If you lead in the church (or want to), this will help you protect your integrity, guard your soul, and lead people—not platforms. 🔗 Connect with me Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversations with Josh Andrew, we confront one of the most misunderstood debates in the modern church: Can women lead, preach, and pastor? Josh walks through Scripture from Genesis to Revelation to show that God’s design was never about hierarchy — it was about partnership. From Deborah’s courage to Mary’s proclamation, God has always anointed both sons and daughters to carry His Word and lead His people. This isn’t political. It’s not progressive. It’s biblical. If you’ve ever questioned what Scripture actually says about women in leadership, this episode will give you clarity, conviction, and courage. You’ll learn: The biblical foundation of equality and shared dominion How Jesus empowered women when religion tried to silence them What Paul really meant in 1 Timothy 2 and 1 Corinthians 14 Why the future Church will be led by both sons and daughters How to honor God’s call by making room for both Let the daughters preach — because God already said they could.   🔗 Connect with Josh Andrew Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversations with Josh Andrew, I talk about one of the greatest tensions in modern ministry — the pull between calling and clout. Too many pastors are chasing platforms when God called us to carry a cross. I’ve spent years in the creative and marketing world, and I’ve seen how easy it is to mistake followers for fruit and engagement for anointing. In this conversation, I unpack eight honest thoughts for pastors who want to stay grounded in their true calling — faithfulness over fame, presence over performance, and purpose over platform. 🎧 Listen if you want to: Lead with integrity in a culture of influence Stay faithful when the pressure to perform is real Keep your heart aligned with your calling Build the Kingdom, not just your brand Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org #JoshAndrew #ConversationsWithJoshAndrew #ChurchLeadership #PastoralLeadership #IntegrityInMinistry #FaithfulnessOverFame #CallingOverContent #ChristianLeaders #LeadershipPodcast

In this episode of Conversations with Josh Andrew, I tackle one of the biggest problems in modern ministry—the loss of relational leadership. Somewhere along the way, church leadership became about polish, platforms, and production—and we forgot that Jesus led through presence, not distance. I unpack eight principles of relational leadership that every pastor and church leader needs to rediscover. From walking among your people to leading with care instead of control, this episode is a reminder that you can’t graduate from being relational. Whether you’re a pastor, creative, or ministry leader, this conversation will challenge how you think about influence, leadership, and what it truly means to shepherd people. 🕒 Episode Breakdown: 00:00 – Introduction and Purpose 00:43 – The Problem with Modern Church Leadership 01:06 – The Importance of Being Relational 02:17 – Eight Key Principles for Relational Leadership 03:02 – You Can't Shepherd from a Stage 04:59 – People Need Presence, Not Platforms 07:08 – You're Not Too Busy, You've Just Drifted 09:50 – Knowing Your Congregation Beyond Preaching 11:06 – Control vs. Care in Leadership 12:47 – Scaling Through Sending 15:39 – Building Disciples, Not Just Systems 17:45 – The Kingdom is Carried on Shoulders, Not Spreadsheets 18:57 – Conclusion and Recap Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org 🎧 Listen if you want to: Lead your church with authenticity Build trust and culture in ministry Reconnect with your people beyond the pulpit Move from transactional to transformational leadership #Leadership #ChurchLeadership #RelationalLeadership #PastoralLeadership #MinistryGrowth #JoshAndrew #ConversationsWithJoshAndrew #ChurchCulture #AuthenticLeadership

In this episode of Conversations, I break down eight leadership red flags that every leader needs to recognize—both in themselves and in those they follow. These red flags often start small but can quietly destroy trust, culture, and credibility. From valuing loyalty over honesty to blaming down instead of owning up, I’ll unpack the habits that signal unhealthy leadership—and how to course-correct before it’s too late. If you care about lasting influence, healthy teams, and authentic leadership, this episode will help you lead with integrity and awareness in every season. Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversations, I unpack why your team might be failing—and how to fix it. Whether you lead at church, at work, or at home, team health doesn’t just happen by accident. I’ll walk you through the eight most common reasons teams fail—from confusing clarity with communication to stopping leader development—and share practical ways to bring your team back to life. If you’ve ever wondered why momentum fades or culture starts to drift, this episode will help you get your team aligned, healthy, and thriving again. Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

Confrontation is one of the hardest parts of leadership—but it’s also one of the most necessary. In this episode of Conversations, I share why confrontation isn’t about conflict, it’s about clarity. When handled with courage and love, confrontation can actually strengthen your team and build a healthier church culture. I’ll walk you through three practical tips I use every time I step into confrontation: Pray before you speak. Address the behavior, not the person. Always end with restoration. Along the way, I’ll break down how confrontation connects to clarity, courage, love, stewardship, and ultimately the culture you’re building. If you’re in ministry or leadership, you can’t afford to avoid this. Healthy confrontation leads to healthy culture.   Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

Leadership isn’t discovered—it’s developed. In this episode of Conversations, we break down the process of building leaders in the church through faithfulness, availability, and teachability. You’ll learn why releasing leaders is the key to retaining them, how to cultivate the right “soil” for growth, and the practical steps for serving, building, growing, and releasing. Whether you’re a pastor, team leader, or volunteer, this episode gives you the tools to create a culture where leaders thrive and multiplication happens. If you want to develop leaders who serve with passion, lead with humility, and multiply their impact—this conversation is for you.   Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

Welcome to Conversations—a podcast where I share real talks about faith, leadership, and life in the church. As a Gen Z pastor, I’ve walked through the tension between influence and leadership, and I believe the Church is called to raise up leaders who leave a legacy, not just influencers who chase followers. Each episode, I dig into topics like: The difference between influencers and leaders How to cultivate people instead of curating images What it means to lead from the trenches, not just the platform Building leaders who multiply instead of fading with trends My goal is simple: to encourage you, challenge you, and help you step into leadership that transforms people and communities for the long haul. If you’re passionate about Christian leadership, discipleship, and making an impact that lasts, you’ll find these conversations both practical and inspiring. 📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org 👉 Subscribe and join me on the journey of becoming not just an influencer, but a true leader.

In this episode of Conversations, I dive into why people leave churches and what we can do to keep them. We’ll talk about key factors like the importance of genuine friendships, building community through shared meals, and understanding the critical first year that impacts retention. I’ll share insights based on real analytics, and discuss the six-month decision period, how to address church “leakage,” and why focusing on purpose over tasks is key. If you’re looking to improve your church’s retention and create a culture of connection, this episode is packed with practical, actionable strategies.   📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

Welcome back to Conversations! In this episode, Josh unpacks one powerful truth: “If it’s an honor, it’s not a bother.” Entitlement kills leadership, but gratitude sustains it. Through six practical and heart-shaping insights, Josh shows you how to stay grounded, lead with humility, and guard your heart against burnout. This is more than a leadership talk—it’s a reset for how you see serving, leading, and living with honor. 👉 Whether you’re leading in ministry, business, or life, this conversation will challenge your perspective and breathe fresh endurance into your calling.   📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversations, I share six powerful lessons I’m still learning as a pastor, unfiltered and straight from the heart. From embracing authenticity and setting boundaries to understanding the balance between growth and godliness, we dive deep into the principles that are shaping my leadership. We’ll talk about the contagious power of confidence, living without compartmentalizing your life, and the irreplaceable value of the secret place. Whether you’re a pastor, leader, or anyone seeking personal growth, this episode is packed with insights that will help you thrive in your calling.   📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this week’s episode of Conversations, we unpack the principles that actually build leaders who thrive. Leadership development doesn’t happen in a classroom; it happens in proximity, through presence, modeling, and giving people space to lead. You’ll discover: Why leadership requires intentional time and investment How presence, proximity, and modeling shape leaders The power of balancing correction with encouragement Why real responsibility builds real leaders How projects can be used to build people—not just outcomes True leadership isn’t formed by lectures; it’s forged through life-on-life investment. If you’re ready to multiply leaders who carry vision, influence, and responsibility, this episode will give you the framework to do it. 📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversations, we dive into Psalm 92:13 to explore how church leaders can create environments where people don’t just attend—they thrive and stay planted. I’ll discuss how leaders can help others flourish by prioritizing vision, fostering momentum, and avoiding micromanagement. We’ll also cover the importance of establishing healthy boundaries, maintaining personal spiritual growth, and creating a space where both leaders and congregants are nurtured. Tune in to discover the key to building a church culture where people flourish and remain committed long-term.   📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

What are the practices you refuse to compromise on? In this episode of Conversations, I break down the five non-negotiables that shape my life and leadership—personal devotion, weekly date nights, intentional margin, serving, and Sabbath. These rhythms have anchored me through leading churches, running businesses, and building a strong family foundation. Tune in for practical insights that will help you define your own non-negotiables and live with greater balance, clarity, and purpose. 📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this week’s episode of Conversations, I break down the crucial difference between renting and owning your vision and calling as a leader. Using the parables of Jesus in Matthew 25 and John 10, I explore what it means to take extreme ownership of your role and why many leaders fail due to a lack of personal responsibility. Learn how to shift from a renter who simply uses resources to an owner who maximizes them, and discover how ownership can transform your leadership and impact. If you’re ready to stop comparing and start building, tune in for actionable insights to elevate your leadership and make a lasting difference.   📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

Is your church running like a flawless machine but missing the presence of the Holy Spirit? In this episode of Conversation, we unpack what it means to drift into becoming a “Robot Church”—where systems, structure, and efficiency take the driver’s seat instead of spiritual responsiveness and authentic leadership. We’ll walk through the key symptoms of a machine-like church: leadership misalignment, mechanics over ministry, protecting systems instead of following the Spirit, and the absence of true pastoral presence. More importantly, we’ll offer practical steps for leaders who want to unplug the machine and build a church that’s not just excellent, but Spirit-filled and alive with God’s presence. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, or someone who cares about the health of the local church, this conversation will give you both insight and tools to lead with authenticity, presence, and power. 📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversations, we dive into the tension between being a pioneer and seeking popularity. While pioneering is often romanticized, the reality is that it comes with sacrifices—like walking alone, embracing uncertainty, and facing criticism. We’ll explore how pioneers lead into uncharted territory, often at great personal cost, and why you can't have both popularity and the conviction to break new ground. If you're wondering whether you’re called to be a pioneer or just want the comfort of the crowd, this episode will challenge your perspective on leadership and purpose.   📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode of Conversations, I explore how to lead creative teams effectively without stifling their innovation. Drawing from my experience in both church and corporate settings, including running a large creative agency, I share strategies for providing the right balance of freedom and framework. Learn how to foster a vision, encourage ownership, and create an environment where your team feels safe to think outside the box. I’ll discuss how clarity, inspiration, and the right challenges can unlock your team’s full creative potential. If you want to lead creatives in a way that sparks innovation, this episode is for you.   📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this archived episode, we explore essential strategies for growing and retaining church members, with a focus on creating a welcoming environment, fostering meaningful connections, and the importance of small groups. We discuss effective follow-up strategies to ensure newcomers feel known and supported, along with the critical touchpoints during the first six weeks and months. Plus, learn how to leverage social media storytelling to build a compelling church brand and why sermon clips alone aren't enough.   📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org        

Want to lead with more impact and influence? In this episode of Conversation, we reveal 6 essential communication strategies every leader must master to build trust, inspire action, and connect with clarity. You’ll learn how to: Communicate with clarity instead of complexity Inspire transformation instead of just information Hit the four emotional targets that make messages stick Build trust through authentic, intentional communication Avoid the trap of “announcement mode” Overcome imposter syndrome by preparing with purpose Whether you're a pastor, team leader, or entrepreneur, these tools will help you lead with confidence, clarity, and heart. 📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

In this episode, I break down one of the most misunderstood ideas in church leadership: honor. I’m talking about what it really means—and what it doesn’t. A lot of people confuse honor with silence, control, or blind loyalty. That’s not it. I share five things honor is and five things it absolutely isn’t. We get into character, identity, and how to challenge authority the right way. Just because you’re not in charge doesn’t mean you’re called to be quiet. This is for pastors, church staff, and anyone who wants to lead with integrity, not manipulation. 📲 Connect with me for more leadership & faith-driven insights: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → @joshnandrew Website → https://joshandrew.org

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to copy what’s working for someone else—to preach like them, dress like them, build like them—this episode is for you. I’ve been there, and I’m done with it. In this raw and honest episode of Conversations, I’m speaking directly to pastors, church leaders, and creatives battling imposter syndrome, burnout, or the constant pull to be impressive over obedient. The truth is simple: God didn’t call you to mimic someone else’s game. He called you to play your own. I walk through 7 convictions that have reshaped how I lead, live, and build: Why authenticity is your true authority The danger of building churches for likes instead of lives Why Jesus builds the Church—not branding What real discipleship looks like in 2025 How to lead without pretending or performing Why boldness matters more than busyness And how every healthy team starts with a healthy you Whether you're leading in the trenches or just trying to find your voice again, this episode is your reminder: you’re not a copy—and God didn’t get it wrong with you. 🔗 Connect with me: Instagram → @joshnandrew TikTok → joshandrew.org