Andy Addis

Andy Addis joins the conversation, bringing his expertise as the rural strategies coordinator at the North American Mission Board and pastor of Crosspoint Church. He emphasizes that true discipleship is all about presence with Jesus, not just methods. Andy shares a four-step Bible-reading process: summarize, expose, change, and prepare, while illustrating that genuine discipleship should make believers 'smell' like Jesus. He also discusses common devotional pitfalls and the importance of turning spiritual practices into two-way conversations with God.

Andy Addis, the rural strategies coordinator at the North American Mission Board, shares insights from his experience in rural ministry. He reveals the 'Big Three' challenges: vocational identity, low resources, and isolation faced by rural pastors. Andy explains how school culture shapes church life and emphasizes how limited resources can transform into community opportunities. He also stresses the importance of collaboration among churches to address social issues and combat isolation, advocating for ecumenical relationships and resource sharing.

Join Pastor Andy Addis and Pastor Mark Clifton as they discuss the challenges of balancing ministry and marriage. They reveal surprising stats like 38% not getting enough attention from spouses due to church demands. The episode highlights the importance of prioritizing family over ministry responsibilities.