Chuck Wood II and I talk about how to conduct an autopsy when something in ministry isn’t going as you thought, or is an outright flop.

This conversation is based on this post: https://pheaney.substack.com/p/how-to-fail-forward

Quotes:

The original intent is the idea that we failed. But we're moving forward because we learned something from that failure. I think we can misuse it if we just say it flippantly without actually thinking about it, then that's what's going to lead to the actual fail and not the ability to move forward.

The Army cranks out 300 to 400 paratroopers a week. The last time we had a major airborne assault was World War II... So why in the world is the army investing time and resources in teaching people an antiquated combat delivery system? One word: courage. The paratrooper learns courage, which translates to everything in a soldier's job... The goal wasn't teaching people how to jump out of the airplane. The goal was teach them courage.

Don't be afraid to pull the plug.

Season 9: On Pioneering/How to Stick, Episode 7

You cannot head out on your own in ministry. Listen in as Chuck Wood II and I discuss my latest post: https://pheaney.substack.com/p/pioneers-dont-go-it-alone

Quotes:

We need to remember we're standing on the shoulders of giants. So even as we're pioneers in any context, we need to remember there's people that have come before us.

Character is very important, but let's also put having people that are doing life with us right up there with our character.

Season 9: On Pioneering/How to Stick, Episode 6

Chuck Wood II and I discuss what defines Pioneering Work from my latest post: https://pheaney.substack.com/p/what-is-pioneering-work.

Quotes:

We're looking to fully hold on to the ground we take for the kingdom. Not just check it out a little bit or drop three seeds and then head back to the city.

The first adjustment might not be any movement whatsoever other than just get your life oriented around God.

Season 9: On Pioneering/How to Stick, Episode 5