Relational Discipleship Podcast
Boundaries or Bitterness?
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Key takeaways
- The importance of making disciples using Jesus' methods can't be overstated.
- Practical training like Disciple Shift can significantly bolster church outreach.
- Setting boundaries is crucial for emotional health in ministry.
- Forgiveness does not require trust, and it’s important to protect one's peace.
Summary
The Call to Make Disciples
Jim Putman, the senior pastor at Real Life Ministries, emphasizes the importance of making disciples following the methods of Jesus. He believes that churches should engage in intentional disciple-making based on Jesus' teachings, which are perceived as God-given. Putman shares how these methods are effective across various political landscapes in the U.S.
Disciple Shift Training Offering
Putman introduces the 'Disciple Shift Training,' a practical training initiative. He invites listeners to engage with the teachings of Jesus through experiential learning rather than just theoretical discussions. The training is designed to help church leaders effectively reach out and connect with their communities, aiming to stem the tide of churchgoing individuals leaving.
Boundaries and Emotional Health in Ministry
The episode centers around the struggles of church leaders facing burnout and the need for setting healthy boundaries. It raises important questions about forgiveness, trust, and the expectations of pastoral roles. Participants discuss how to strike a balance between love and self-care, addressing concerns about allowing unhealthy behaviors to go unchecked.
Sponsors
- Relational Discipleship Network · We have a training called the Disciple Shift Training and we do these trainings all around the United States and even around the world.
Show notes
Church leaders are burning out—exhausted, overextended, and unsure where biblical love ends and unhealthy patterns begin.
In this episode, we have an honest, biblical conversation about boundaries, forgiveness, and emotional health in ministry. If you’ve ever questioned whether setting boundaries makes you unloving—or whether forgiveness means allowing someone to hurt you again—this conversation is for you.
- We tackle the hard questions many leaders quietly wrestle with:
- Am I called to be a doormat?
- Why do unhealthy people keep disrupting my ministry?
- Can I forgive someone I don’t trust?
- Did Jesus ever step away to protect His peace?
This episode is direct, grounded in Scripture, and deeply relevant for pastors and leaders who want to lead with love without losing themselves.
Host: Mark “Moose” Bright - Director of the Relational Discipleship Network
Special Guest: Dr. Wes Beavis - Pastor, Clinical Psychologist, and Author
Originally Aired: Dec 9, 2025 - 9:30 AM PST
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