Looking for practical, inspiring ways your church can collaborate with others and build stronger community partnerships? In this episode, you’ll discover five creative strategies for church collaboration, including bartering skills, co-hosting events, creating shared resources, and more. You’ll learn how to lighten the load of ministry, amplify your impact, and live out the body of Christ in action. Whether you’re leading a congregation or serving in your community, this conversation will equip you with actionable ideas and spiritual encouragement to take your next step.

Listen now and be inspired to collaborate with purpose: https://transformingmission.org/375

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Recap

01:03 Creative Collaboration Ideas

03:15 Practical Collaboration Strategies

05:43 Bartering Skills and Services

13:47 Hosting Collaborative Events

18:19 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

How can your church collaborate more faithfully and effectively? In this episode of the podcast, we explore five practical ways churches can partner with others to make a real impact. Whether you’re launching a new ministry, serving your city, or strengthening school partnerships, collaboration is more than a trend. It’s a theological calling and a leadership strategy. Sara and Tim reflect on the power of partnerships, from highlighting community nonprofits to curating resource guides, telling transformation stories, and supporting new church plants.

You’ll learn:

• Why collaboration isn’t just transactional—it’s transformational.
• How to build relationships that lead to lasting ministry impact.
• What it means to share your platform and amplify others’ good work.
• How storytelling and shared leadership shape a vibrant faith community.
• And why *now* is the time for churches to step into the gap.

📌 Plus, download the **7 Missional Questions** to guide your community engagement efforts here: https://transformingmission.org/start-here

Whether you’re a pastor, lay leader, or disciple-maker, this episode will challenge and inspire you to live out your faith in partnership with others.

📝 Show Notes + Free Download: transformingmission.org/374

Words that Matter: Love

In this encore episode of the Transforming Mission podcast, Tim and Sara explore why love is one of the most important words for followers of Jesus. Beginning with 1 John 4, they dive deep into how Scripture defines love—not just as a feeling, but as a transformative, self-giving action rooted in God’s very nature. You'll discover: Why “God is love” isn't just a phrase, but a foundation for Christian life How the Hebrew word *hesed* and the Greek word agape shape our understanding of love The relational nature of love and its essential link to action What Jesus meant when he commanded us to love God and love our neighbor How the Gospel of John uses love more frequently than any other gospel—because love is central to the story of Jesus If you’ve ever wondered how to live a life shaped by love or how to better reflect God’s love in relationships, this conversation is for you. 🎧 Listen now and explore how love moves from word to witness https://transformingmission.org/373

Faith, Leadership & Legacy: What 2 Timothy Teaches Us Today

When your faith feels like a faint ember, you don’t need to start over—you just need to rekindle the gift already within you. In this episode of the Transforming Mission Podcast, explore what it means to lead with power, love, and self-control as you reflect on your spiritual legacy and embrace your God-given calling. You’ll be encouraged to remember those who passed the faith down to you, respond to the Spirit’s whisper, and lead with courage—even in the midst of resistance or weariness. Whether you’re a pastor, ministry leader, or simply longing to live with renewed purpose, this episode offers practical encouragement and biblical wisdom for rekindling your faith and leadership.

💡 Reflect on: 2 Timothy 1:3–7 and your legacy of faith How to lead with spiritual clarity What to do when you feel disconnected from your calling

Read more and listen to Episode 372 at https://transformingmission.org/372

🕯 You’re not alone. You’ve been gifted for this.

Timestamps

00:19 Reading from 2 Timothy

01:15 Paul's Message to Timothy

02:45 The Power of Legacy and Faith

03:22 Breaking Down Power, Love, and Self-Control

05:00 Rekindling the Gift

06:08 Reflecting on Your Legacy

07:46 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

10:22 Conclusion and Blessing

You are Evidence of the Resurrection - John 21

In this episode of the Transforming Mission Podcast, explore John 21 and discover how the risen Jesus meets you in failure, fatigue, and uncertainty. You’ll reflect on the story of empty nets, the grace-filled breakfast on the shore, and Jesus’ powerful conversation with Peter that redefines love, leadership, and restoration. Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or follower of Jesus, this episode reminds you that your leadership isn’t about perfection—it’s about becoming the living evidence of the resurrection.

Read more and listen at https://transformingmission.org/371

📖 Timestamps:

00:57 – The Story of Empty Nets

04:41 – Breakfast by the Shore

08:22 – Jesus and Peter: A Conversation on Love and Leadership

12:17 – Reflections on Leadership and the Church

15:23 – Conclusion and Call to Action

Where will you encounter Jesus today? In this special episode, explore Luke 24:13-35 and discover how the risen Christ walks beside you in unexpected ways. Learn how to recognize Jesus in everyday moments, meet him in the faces of strangers, and follow him into a hurting world. If you long to deepen your faith, see God at work around you, and experience the living Christ, this message will inspire and challenge you. Don't miss this reflection on the Road to Emmaus — a powerful reminder that Jesus is alive, loose in the world, and inviting you to follow him. Listen now and open your heart to see where Jesus is moving!

Show notes can be found at https://transformingmission.org/370

Full worship service can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/live/EspAM2fNkNM?si=PjKwggzGvqglOrrR

What does it mean for you to truly live the resurrection?

In this episode of the Transforming Mission Podcast, explore how the surprising hope of Easter transforms not only your faith but also your leadership. You’ll discover practical insights for becoming living proof of the resurrection through courageous, compassionate, and grace-filled leadership.

🕒 Episode Timestamps:
00:37 Reading from Luke 24:1-12

02:14 Reflecting on the Resurrection

03:23 Resurrection and Leadership

05:23 Practical Applications for Leaders

08:09 Conspiracy of the Resurrection

11:08 Final Thoughts and Benediction

🎧 Listen now and reflect on this question: Where and with whom are you the proof of the resurrection?

📍 Show notes and resources: transformingmission.org/369

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Have you ever wondered if your ignorance can truly be forgiven? In this reflective conversation, explore how Jesus' radical prayer, "Father, forgive them," from Luke 23:34, challenges you as a Christian leader.

Discover the strength found in forgiveness, understand the risks of intentional ignorance, and learn practical steps to lead with compassion and courage in the face of injustice.

Join the journey to transform your leadership and inspire meaningful change. Listen to Episode 368 and read the show notes at https://transformingmission.org/368

Timestamps:

00:44 The Context of Forgiveness

03:01 Exploring Ignorance and Leadership

04:33 Intentional Ignorance and Social Justice

07:41 The Challenge of Forgiveness in Leadership

11:16 A Litany of Forgiveness

12:58 Conclusion and Call to Action