The Other Pastors Podcast

Episode 6 with Zach Neese

In our conversation with Pastor Zach Neese, former Gateway Church worship pastor and author of *How to Worship a King*, we dive deep into authentic worship, ministry leadership, and serving God's people with passion and purpose.  
Pastor Zach shares powerful insights on worship ministry, church growth, and maintaining spiritual authenticity in leadership. From leading thousands at Gateway Church to serving in Alaska, his journey demonstrates how God uses different seasons and settings for His glory. Learn about creating genuine worship experiences, avoiding burnout, and staying focused on Jesus while serving in ministry.  
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⏱️ **TIME STAMPS:**  8:51 - Introduction to Pastor Zach Neese  9:54 - Life in Alaska and ministry transition  11:47 - Early ministry journey and worship leadership  16:33 - Gateway Church North Fort Worth campus experiences  20:22 - Supernatural church growth and transformation stories  25:34 - The power of authentic worship and community impact  29:41 - Discussion on modern worship culture trends  35:34 - Leading from the middle in ministry  39:08 - The importance of friendship with senior pastors  42:29 - Small church vs. large church ministry dynamics  49:13 - Current trends in worship ministry  56:50 - Advice for young ministry leaders  1:01:04 - Powerful prayer for ministry leaders  
**Perfect for:** worship leaders, associate pastors, youth pastors, children's pastors, executive pastors, ministry leaders, church staff, worship teams, church leadership, ministry development  
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Episode 5 Featuring Bart Blair

Join us for an insightful conversation with Bart Blair, a veteran ministry leader with 23 years of experience across various pastoral roles. From worship pastor to church planter, Bart shares his journey transitioning from corporate America to full-time ministry. Learn valuable insights about digital marketing for churches, navigating personal loss while in ministry, and the importance of authentic community engagement.
This episode explores essential leadership principles for associate pastors, youth pastors, worship leaders, and other ministry staff serving in supporting roles. Discover practical tips for leading both up and down in your organization, maintaining ministry effectiveness through personal challenges, and leveraging digital tools for kingdom impact.
TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Introduction and Welcome2:25 - Leading Down in Ministry: Guiding vs Prescribing4:51 - The SHARES Approach to Feedback7:08 - Leveraging Teachable Moments9:25 - Interview with Bart Blair11:39 - From Corporate to Ministry Journey16:11 - Transitioning Between Ministry Roles23:12 - Leadership Perspective Changes27:50 - Digital Marketing in Ministry37:04 - Current Projects and Books46:33 - Navigating Ministry Through Personal Loss51:20 - Vision for the Future of Church56:07 - Closing Prayer
🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES:- Visit: https://otherpastors.com- Bart's Books:  • "Grief Makes Christmas Complicated"  • "What Healthy Churches Do"- Digital Tools Mentioned:  • Claude AI by Anthropic  • SermonSpark.ai- Recommended Leadership Books:  • "Leaders Who Last" by Dave Kraft  • "Canoeing the Mountains" by Tod Bolsinger
 
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Want to grow your church's digital presence? Connect with our guest's team at Missional Marketing for expert guidance in church communications and outreach strategies.
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Episode 4 with Pastor Kirby Neely

🎯 Learn more about leading from the middle in ministry at otherpastors.com!
 
Watch as youth ministry veteran Kirby Neely shares his 20+ years of experience and insights on staying passionate in ministry. Plus, get practical leadership tips for influencing up, down, and all around in your church organization.
 
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→ Youth Ministry Resources: downloadyouthministry.com
 
⌚ TIME STAMPS:
0:00 - Intro & Post-Christmas Ministry Life
2:25 - Leading Up: Three Critical Principles
4:46 - Making Your House a Priority
7:12 - Managing Family Life in Ministry
9:37 - Supporting Senior Leadership
12:04 - Interview with Kirby Neely
14:27 - Current Reading & Growth Resources
16:42 - Youth Ministry Fails & Lessons Learned
21:30 - Kirby's Call to Ministry
23:49 - Building a Long-Term Ministry
26:02 - Team Restructuring & Challenges
30:40 - Family Integration in Ministry
37:05 - Handling Transitions
41:41 - The Importance of Youth Ministry
46:22 - Rapid Fire Questions
53:13 - Closing Prayer & Final Thoughts
 
📚 BOOKS MENTIONED:
- "Leading from the Middle" by Scott Motz
- "Fish" (Portland Fish Market)
- "Grit" by Angela Duckworth
- "Controlled Chaos" by Kurt Johnston
 
Whether you're a youth pastor, worship leader, children's minister, or serving in any other "other pastor" role, this episode is packed with wisdom for the long haul in ministry. Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a REVIEW to help other ministry leaders find this content!
 
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Episode 3 Featuring Allen Asbury

Join hosts Pastor Colt and Pastor Jonathan Brem as they dive deep into ministry life with special guest Allen Asbury, a renowned CCM artist and worship pastor. With over 20 years of experience in ministry, Allen shares his journey from youth pastor to performing with Bill Gaither, and his current role as worship pastor at Grace Community Assembly. This episode features hilarious worship fail stories, including a memorable incident from "The Promise" musical where Jesus literally came down from the cross! Allen also provides profound insights on the importance of waiting in ministry, maintaining family priorities, and staying humble while serving in church leadership.
 
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Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction and welcome
2:45 - Meet Pastor Jonathan and youth ministry success
6:30 - Introducing Allen Asbury
8:15 - Rapid fire questions with Allen
12:20 - The importance of waiting in ministry
15:40 - Allen's backstory and journey to ministry
23:35 - Top worship fail stories
31:50 - Discussion on family priorities in ministry
38:45 - Advice for long-term ministry success
42:30 - Powerful prayer for ministry leaders
45:15 - Final thoughts on serving from love
 
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Episode 2 with Executive Pastor Aaron Olson

🎙️ The Other Pastors Podcast: Ministry, Mishaps, and Meaningful Moments with Aaron Olson
 
⏱️ Time Markers:
00:00 - Episode Introduction
02:00 - Aaron's Ministry Journey Begins
07:00 - Transition Through Different Ministry Roles
11:50 - Navigating Challenging Seasons in Ministry
15:30 - Ministry Journey Story: Jacob's Redemption
16:40 - Ministry Fail Stories
24:00 - Guest Experience Insights
27:00 - Secret Sauce of Church Hospitality
28:45 - Leadership Advice for Ministers
35:20 - New Life Church Background
42:10 - Closing Prayer and Encouragement
46:30 - Final Thoughts and Call to Action
 
📖 Recommended Books:
- "The Practice of the Presence of God" by Brother Lawrence
- "The Way to the Heart" by Henry Nowlin
- Eugene Peterson's works (The Pastor, Contemplative Pastor)
 
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- Other Pastors Website: https://otherpastors.com
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- Download Youth Ministry: https://downloadyouthministry.com
 
🎧 About This Episode:
Join hosts Pastor JB and Pastor Colt as they sit down with Aaron Olson, Executive Pastor at New Life Church in Colorado Springs. Aaron shares his incredible journey from youth pastor to overseeing creative, communication, and production teams. Dive into hilarious ministry fail stories, leadership insights, and learn how to stay motivated in ministry!
 
💡 Key Topics:
- Ministry career transitions
- Staying faithful during challenging seasons
- Church guest experience strategies
- Leadership development
- Worship and church production
- Personal journey of mentorship and restoration
 
👥 Who Should Watch:
- Pastors
- Church leaders
- Ministry volunteers
- Those interested in church leadership
 
✨ Special Moments:
- Ministry fail stories
- Insights into church hospitality
- Personal growth in ministry
- Overcoming challenges in church leadership
 
📖 Scriptures Explored:
- Matthew 16: Jesus' conversation with the disciples
- Lessons on calling and purpose
 
💡 Wisdom Nugget: "Your impact is not measured by your title, but by the lives you touch."
 
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The Other Pastors' Podcast: Episode 1 With Geron Davis

The Other Pastors Podcast Presents: An Intimate Conversation with Worship Music Legend Geron Davis Join hosts Pastor Colt Straub and Pastor Jonathan Brem as they dive deep with Grammy-nominated songwriter Geron Davis in this inspiring episode packed with musical history, ministry insights, and worship music evolution! 📍
Timestamps: 0:00 - Podcast Intro 6:30 - Colt's Personal Testimony & Geron's Musical Impact 12:10 - Musical Deep Dive: Favorite Songs & Performances 17:40 - Interview Begins 19:42 - Rapid Fire Questions 24:00 - Worship Music Cultural Transformation 28:41 - Denominational Bridges & Worship Styles 31:00 - Ministry Philosophy and Generational Leadership 40:30 - Scuba Diving Adventures 52:45 - Advice for Worship Leaders and Ministry Professionals 1:05:00 - Current Music Projects 1:09:30 - Powerful Final Message on Priorities 🎵
Highlights: Geron's 40+ years in ministry Songs recorded by Michael W. Smith, Gaither Vocal Band, and more Upcoming Africa mission trip Bridging worship styles across denominations Scuba diving adventures Insights into ministry leadership 💡 Key Moments: Emotional story about Geron's song "Holy Ground" Evolution of worship music across generations Intimate look into a worship music pioneer's journey Hilarious ministry fail stories Profound advice for ministry professionals
🔑 Key Takeaways: Ministry is a calling, not a career The importance of mentorship across generations Balancing passion with family and personal relationships Staying connected to your congregation 💿 Geron's Latest Projects: "Back to the Garden" Choir Project Upcoming 10th Anniversary Sing Joy Project Nairobi, Kenya Mission Conferences
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👥 Perfect for: Worship Leaders Pastors Ministry Professionals Anyone seeking inspiration in their spiritual journey Don't miss this encouraging and entertaining conversation that will inspire you to pursue your calling with purpose and passion!
#WorshipMusic #ChristianPodcast #MinistryLife #Worship #MinistryLeadership #GeronDavis #ChristianInspiration #MusicMinistry #ChristianLeadership Recommended for worship leaders, pastors, and anyone passionate about contemporary Christian music!