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 Purpose00:43 – The Problem with Modern Church Leadership01:06 – The Importance of Being Relational02:17 – Eight Key Principles for Relational Leadership03:02 – You Can't Shepherd from a Stage04:59 – People Need Presence, Not Platforms07:08 – You're Not Too Busy, You've Just Drifted09:50 – Knowing Your Congregation Beyond Preaching11:06 – Control vs. Care in Leadership12:47 – Scaling Through Sending15:39 – Building Disciples, Not Just Systems17:45 – The Kingdom is Carried on Shoulders, Not Spreadsheets18:57 – 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