The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast

CNLP 383 | Mark Batterson on How to Resist the Pressure of Partisan Politics in Church, the Future of Church and How to Win the Day

Dec 8, 2020
Mark Batterson, lead pastor of National Community Church and bestselling author, dives into the challenges of political polarization within the church. He shares insights on how to maintain a nonpartisan stance while addressing community needs, like refugee resettlement. Discussing his book, 'Win the Day,' he emphasizes daily habits that help manage stress and enhance productivity. With practical tips on sleep and time management, Batterson also explores how churches can reimagine their roles in a post-COVID world and stay relevant amidst change.
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INSIGHT

Lead Calmly In Polarized Contexts

  • Political polarization in D.C. is a bigger pastoral challenge than COVID for Mark Batterson's church.
  • He urges leaders to stand calm, resist panic, and believe "the best is yet to come."
ANECDOTE

Coffee Shop On Inauguration Days

  • On inauguration day their coffee house served people wearing MAGA hats and protesters the next day.
  • That experience revealed how rapidly tone and division can escalate in D.C.
ADVICE

Coach Tone For Social Media

  • Coach staff how to steward social media and model gentle, de-escalating tone online.
  • Apply proverbs like "a gentle answer turns away wrath" to digital engagement practices.
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