Transforming Mission Podcast with Tim Bias & Sara Thomas Tim Bias & Sara Thomas

Episode 318 starts a new series on the podcast, 'The Weeds and Seeds of Ministry.' Join us to look at things that get in the way of ministry effectiveness and things that fuel missional impact.
This episode draws from biblical parables regarding seeds. Using the analogy of weeds and seeds, let’s explore the challenges (weeds) and solutions/responses (seeds) ministry leaders face.
Join us as we explore the necessity of recognizing and addressing obstacles such as overwhelm, fear, and isolation (weeds), and advocates for adaptive leadership and trust-building (seeds) to foster growth and effectiveness in ministry leadership.
We’ll look at the first weed and seed by comparing and contrasting Cookie Cutter Crocus with Leadership Lavendar. Yes, we’re having a little fun with these names.
The overarching goal of the series is to aid leaders in identifying and overcoming challenges ('weeds') while nurturing positive, growth-oriented practices ('seeds').
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TImestamp for Episode 318: Ministry Weeds and Seeds - An Introduction
00:00 Welcome to the Weeds and Seeds Series
00:53 Diving into the Parable of the Weeds and Seeds
02:09 Introducing the Ministry of Weeds and Seeds
02:24 Understanding Ministry Weeds: Challenges Leaders Face
03:05 Sowing the Seeds of Ministry: Solutions and Practices
03:33 Why Weeds and Seeds? The Importance of Adaptation
06:52 Exploring the First Weed: Cookie Cutter Crocus
08:59 Introducing Leadership Lavender: Adaptive Leadership
13:52 Concluding Thoughts on Leadership and Adaptation

Episode 317, 'Resurrection Choices', explores the theme of resurrection as a metaphor for leadership and personal growth. In this Easter season episode, the hosts discuss how the concept of resurrection symbolizes the possibility of new life and hope emerging from failure and setbacks.
They introduce a three-step process inspired by Brene Brown's work on resilience, consisting of the reckoning, the rumble, and the revolution, to help individuals learn from failures and reinvent themselves. This process involves acknowledging emotions, challenging assumptions, and writing a brave new ending to our stories.
Through this discussion, the episode emphasizes the power of self-awareness, the importance of emotional honesty, and the transformative potential of the resurrection in both leadership and everyday life.
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Time Stamp for Resurrection Choices
00:00 Introduction to Resurrection Choices
00:48 The Essence of Resurrection: New Life and Hope
02:24 Embracing Resilience
03:35 The Reckoning: Understanding Our Emotions
09:01 The Rumble: Owning Our Stories
14:03 The Revolution: Writing a New Ending
16:21 Applying Resurrection Choices to Leadership and Life
18:16 Conclusion: The Continuous Journey of Resurrection Choices

 Episode 316 of Transforming Mission’s podcast, titled 'A Week of Choices,' guides listeners through a scriptural journey for each day of Holy Week. Starting with Monday before Easter and culminating on Easter Sunday, the episode features daily scripture readings from the Gospel of John, accompanied by thoughtful prayers.
These readings and prayers reflect significant events from Jesus's arrival in Bethany to his resurrection, aiming to provide insights and comfort. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on the themes of service, betrayal, sacrifice, and resurrection, promoting a deeper understanding and connection with the story of Holy Week.
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 TimeStamp for Episode 316: A Week of Choices
00:32 Monday: The Beginning of Holy Week John 12:1-11
03:38 Tuesday: The Greeks Seek Jesus John 12:20 - 36
06:27 Wednesday: The Betrayal Foretold John 13:21-32
08:46 Thursday: The Last Supper and Foot Washing John 13:1 ff
12:30 Friday: The Crucifixion of Jesus John 19:14-37
16:46 Saturday: The Burial of Jesus John 19:38-42
18:14 Sunday: The Resurrection of Jesus John 20:1-18

In episode 315 of the Transforming Mission podcast, we look at Mark 11, focusing on the anticipation of Palm Sunday, the nuances of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, and the journey through Lent toward Holy Week.
Unlike the other gospels, Mark's account omits certain details, such as the triumphal nature of the entry and the presence of palm branches, offering instead a unique perspective on hope and preparation for the Resurrection.
Listen to explore the importance of keeping Jesus at the center of our hope, especially as Christ-centered leaders guiding others through the Lenten journey. Stand with hope amidst tension of Holy Week and be faithful to Jesus. After all, celebrating Palm Sunday is really a focus on Jesus' transformative presence.
 
Time Stamp for Episode 315 The Choice to Stand with Hope
00:10 Exploring Mark 11 in Anticipation of Palm Sunday
00:45 A Deep Dive into Mark's Gospel and the Triumphal Entry
01:33 Scripture Reading: Mark 11, 1-11
03:04 Observations and Insights on Palm Sunday from Mark
05:27 The Journey of Lent: Hope and Preparation
10:28 Leadership, Hope, and the Tension of Holy Week
15:32 Concluding Thoughts on Leadership and Hope

We’re looking at John 12 and the broader narrative of John's Gospel to explore the theme of discipleship and the invitation to follow Jesus. The initial invitation 'come and see' was extended to the first Jewish disciples in John 1. Now, in John 12 the same invitation is extended to Greek-speaking would-be disciples.
As the disciples examine Jesus' response to these seekers, emphasizing the necessity of full commitment to Jesus' life, death, and resurrection for true discipleship. Join Tim and Sara as they reflect on the implications for Lent, drawing parallels between Jesus' teachings and the journey of Lent as a period of deeper understanding and commitment to faith.
John 12 is a beautiful invitation to come and see, expanding Jesus’ mission and reach. The universal call to discipleship urges each one of us to consider what it means to draw close to Jesus and live out our faith in the contemporary world.
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TimeStamp for The Choice to Follow Jesus (John 12)
00:00 Introduction to the Episode
00:10 Exploring the Invitation to Follow Jesus
00:21 The First Disciples and the Invitation in John 1
01:04 The Inclusion of Greek Followers and the Essence of Discipleship
03:04 Jesus' Response and the Path to Discipleship
04:16 Understanding the Reality of Following Jesus
09:06 Reflections on Lent and the Journey of Faith
13:58 Concluding Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up

Episode 313, 'Perceptions that Shape your Choices,' explores the critical role of choice in Christ-centered leadership, especially during the Lenten season. The hosts, Sara and Tim, discuss how leadership is more than a position of power; it's a series of deliberate choices that reflect one’s character and influence.
When you examine John 3:14-21 to understand Jesus's teachings on love, belief, and eternal life, it helps us see that leadership choices are grounded in the selfless love exemplified by Jesus. Tim shares a story about a man named Joe to illustrate the importance of actionable love and the impact of choices on leadership effectiveness.
The episode encourages leaders to lead by example, showing God's love through their actions and decisions.
TimeStamp for Transforming Mission Podcast Episode 313
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Topic
01:00 Exploring the Concept of Leadership as a Choice
02:18 Reading and Discussing John 3:14-21
 04:35 Deep Dive into the Meaning of Love in the Scripture
06:28 Exploring the Quality of God's Love
07:24 Understanding God's Love for His Creation
07:45 Unpacking the Concept of 'Gave His Son'
08:47 Exploring the Meaning of 'Believes' and 'Conversion'
10:33 Understanding the Concept of 'Perish' and 'Eternal Life'
12:00 Discussing the Theme of Light and Darkness
12:36 Exploring the Concept of 'Truth' in John's Gospel
13:00 Story Illustrating the Importance of Choices in Leadership
16:56 Final Thoughts on Leadership as a Choice
19:18 Closing Remarks and Invitation for Reflection