5 Ways We will Do "Better-ish" in Season 2

We’re back!

In the Season 2 opener, Phil and Richard kick things off with honesty, humor, and a fresh desire to grow. After an unplanned break (and a few ministry curveballs), the guys share five ways they’re aiming to do ministry better-ish — because improvement matters, but perfection isn’t the goal.

They unpack lessons learned from the past year, talk about the importance of prioritizing family and soul health, and share what’s ahead for Ministry Mix: more authentic conversations, deeper community, and even some new ideas like “micro-conferences” designed for ministry leaders who are tired of being overproduced and under-encouraged.

Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, or creative trying to balance calling and chaos, this episode will make you laugh, nod, and maybe even rethink how you’re defining “better.”

5 Highlights from the Conversation

1. “We love you listeners, but my family and our church come first.”
   Healthy leaders prioritize what matters most. Boundaries are biblical.
2. “We’re never going to be the most produced podcast — we’re just real conversations.”
   Authentic > impressive. Leaders crave honest spaces to think and process.
3. “We’re moving from a podcast about ministry to a ministry of a podcast.”
   The vision for Ministry Mix is expanding — from content to community.
4. “What if conferences were short, powerful, and real?”
   The idea of micro-conferences — bite-sized, intentional gatherings for real growth.

What You’ll Hear

• Why Season 2 took a pause (and why that’s okay)
• How to avoid burnout by focusing on what matters
• The danger of measuring ministry by production value
• What it means to build a ministry community, not just an audience
• A sneak peek at what’s coming this year

Quotes Worth Sharing

“You don’t need polish to have purpose.”

“Better doesn’t mean bigger — it means healthier.”

“When ministry feels dead, remember: resurrection is kind of God’s thing.”

Listen, Laugh, and Rethink “Better”

If you’re a ministry leader who’s tired of trying to keep up, this episode will remind you that growth happens in grace — and that sometimes better-ish is exactly where God wants you.

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