The Art of Stability

Join Cyd, Geoff, and Rusty McKie as they discuss generosity, when instability compounds, and how Jesus' joy makes us joyful people. If you or someone you know is in a lean season, Geoff and Cyd remind us that when Jesus gives us what we need that we have enough.  Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw are co-founders of Embodied Faith.  Cyd is also an integrative coach and spiritual director. And Geoff is also an adjunct theology professor.  They regularly host an Attaching to God learning cohort and are launching a DMIN in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience.  And check out their Embodied Faith podcast. This is the last episode of season2! If you enjoyed, would you share it with others? Also, subscribe today so you know when season 3 comes where I'll share overviews of each chapter of my forthcoming book: The Art of Stability. The Art of Stability podcast is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that. Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and performed by Rob MaineAll music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Trisha Taylor, Jim Herrington, and Rusty McKie as they discuss the complexities of leadership today. Here are a few of the topics that they touch on: • The gift of differences • Combating loneliness as a leader • Navigating polarizing ideas • Surviving getting pulled in multiple directions • How to grow in love • The power of Jesus to unite us Check out Jim and Trisha's work over at https://theleadersjourney.us/. Also, pick up their book The Leader's Journey. Speaking of leading well, sign up for The Leader's Toolbox newsletter to receive weekly tools to help you become a more grounded leader in today's shifting world.  The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that.  Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and performed by Rob MaineAll music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Alison Cook and Rusty as they discuss discernment in the creative process, in difficult seasons of life, and in letting Jesus heal the tender places in your soul. If you’re in a season where you need to make some decisions or simply get oriented to where you actually are, this episode will help you identify and navigate where you’re going. Connect with Alison on Facebook and Instagram. Check out her work over at https://www.dralisoncook.com/. Leading in today's world is hard. Sign up for The Leader's Toolbox newsletter, where you'll receive weekly practices and tools to help you become a more grounded leader in today's shifting world.  The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that.  Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and performed by Rob MaineAll music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Kari and Rusty as they discuss the freedom of being mediocre, the contentment that is birthed out of death, and not taking yourself too seriously. Kari's reflections on 6 years of instability will surely encourage you at some point.  Connect with Kari on Facebook and Twitter. Check out her work over at https://www.karipatterson.com/. Leading in today's world is hard. Sign up for The Leader's Toolbox newsletter, where you'll receive weekly practices and tools to help you become a more grounded leader in today's shifting world.  The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that.  Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and performed by Rob MaineAll music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Ted and Rusty as they discuss living with a relaxed posture, preparing to suffer, and letting God hold all of life. If you're in a season of suffering (or walking with someone who is), this conversation will encourage you.  Connect with Ted on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Check out his work over at Desert Direction (https://desertdirection.com/). Leading in today's world is hard. Sign up for The Leader's Toolbox newsletter, where you'll receive weekly practices and tools to help you become a more grounded leader in today's shifting world.  The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that.  Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and performed by Rob MaineAll music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Winn and Rusty as they discuss beauty, pain, resurrection, and how Jesus holds space for it all. If you're longing for beauty and love, this conversation is for you. Connect with Winn on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Purchase his book book — A Burning in My Bones (https://a.co/d/dz0c8LP). And check out his work at the Eugene Peterson Center for Christian Imagination (https://petersoncenter.org/). Leading in today's world is hard. Sign up for The Leader's Toolbox newsletter today, where you'll receive weekly practices and tools to help you become a more grounded leader in today's shifting world.  The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that.  Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and performed by Rob MaineAll music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Rusty and Michelle Van Loon (speaker and author) as they discuss memory, midlife crises, stages of faith, how our origin story shapes our church family, and so much more.  When is the last time you considered your family history? If you think about it or not, it's actively impacting your life.  In today’s conversation, Michelle helps us understand our stories so Jesus can help us live into a better future.   Connect with Michelle at https://michellevanloon.com/. And purchase Michelle's new book today — Translating Your Past: Finding Meaning in Family Ancestry, Genetic Clues, and Generational Trauma (https://a.co/d/dtmN1g4). If you're interested in the types of tools mentioned in today's episode like genograms and faith stages, then sign up for my newsletter, The Leader's Toolbox, where you'll receive weekly tools to help you grow in emotional and spiritual health. The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that.  Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and performed by Rob MaineAll music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Rusty and Wendy Alsup (speaker and author) as they discuss what analogies control our life, what to do when life falls apart, and our need to get ongoing support from Jesus.  When is the last time if felt like your life was falling apart? Or maybe you feel more like your life is a constant battle.  In today’s conversation, Wendy speaks beautifully to our need to trade our swords for shovels, God’s faithfulness when life falls apart, and early mornings with Jesus. Oh yeah, and we talk a good bit about cat videos and what you should be watching more of them.   So stay with us and enjoy Cat Videos and Doing Your Best with Wendy Alsup.   Follow Wendy on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Get Wendy's new book today — I Forgive You: Finding Peace and Moving Forward When Life Really Hurts (https://a.co/d/5n1DzrG). Also keep up with Wendy over at http://theologyforwomen.org/ The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that.  Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.comMusic created and performed by Rob MaineAll music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Rusty and Aundi Kolber (therapist and author) as they discuss compassion, moving through pain, and God's kindness in it all.  Have you ever struggled to feel safe with people? Maybe you know others love you and are for you, yet you still can’t shake feelings of insecurity around them? One of the most challenging relationships to experience this disconnect between what we know and what we feel is with God. What do we do when we don’t feel safe with Him?  In today’s Conversation, Aundi shares the importance of felt-safety in life — especially in relationship to God.   Follow Aundi on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Get Aundi’s new book today — Strong like Water: Finding the Freedom, Safety, and Compassion to Move through Hard Things--and Experience True Flourishing. (https://a.co/d/dGgTGtA)  The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that.  Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.com Music created and performed by Rob Maine All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Rusty and John Starke (Pastor of Apostles Uptown in New York and author) as they discuss prayer, waiting on the Lord, and how to refuse building a golden calf in the wilderness. If you are in a dark season with God, then this episode is for you.  Follow John on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Get John's new book today — Secret Place of Thunder: Trading Our Need to Be Noticed for a Hidden Life in Christ (https://a.co/d/gAnh6kQ) The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that. Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.com Music created and performed by Rob Maine All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Join Rusty and Trillia Newbell (author and acquisitions director at Moody Publishing - https://www.trillianewbell.com) as they discuss how sorrow and joy depend on each other, feeling disoriented by the people of God, and the gift of faith in Jesus. If you've ever been confused by the people of God, then this episode is for you. Follow Trillia on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that. Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.com Music created and performed by Rob Maine All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

In the first episode of season 2, join Rusty and Jesse Eubanks (founder and executive director of Love Thy Neighborhood - lovethyneighborhood.org) as they discuss how pain turns to goodness, how the truth escapes from jail, and how to stay present to the presence of Jesus. If you've ever been surprised by your pain and not known what to do with it, then this episode is for you.  Follow Jesse on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.  The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to lead with confidence and clarity. Head over to steadfastmin.com to see how I help you do that. Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.com Music created and performed by Rob Maine All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

Get excited and join me for season two of The Art of Stability.

In the season one finale, Steve and Rusty discuss not taking yourself too seriously, anxiety over life-transitions, and the gift of enjoying life in the moment. Check out Steve's work over at stevecusswords.com for help with anxiety. Also, if you have any thoughts about season one of the Art of Stability or suggestions for season two, I'd love to hear them. Email me at rusty@steadfastmin.com The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries (steadfastmin.com) Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.com Music created and performed by Rob Maine All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

In today's episode, Karen and Rusty talk about Resilience, recovering from a tragic accident, and the power of bookending your day in the presence of the Lord. Check out Karen's books (amzn.to/3IBiO2z) and her new podcast Jane and Jesus (apple.co/3ps867h).  Also, check out my offerings at Steadfast Ministries, which exist to help you stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work (steadfastmin.com). Cover Art by Brian Behm - briancbehm.com Music created and performed by Rob Maine All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

In today's episode, Ryan and Rusty talk about loyalty to friends, pushing harder when life falls apart, and praying the Psalms. Besides pastoring, Ryan is the director of Am I Called ministries which exists to help ministry leaders live, love, learn, and last (amicalled.com).  Also, check out my offerings at Steadfast Ministries that exists to help you stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work (steadfastmin.com).  Cover Art by Brian Behm. Music created and performed by Rob Maine. All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com

In today's episode, Susan and Rusty talk about having a non-judgmental presence, how cancer moved her from circumstantial stability to true stability, and how slowing down to listen to Scripture helps us know Jesus better. Susan works with Leadership Transformations which attends to the souls of leaders (leadershiptransformations.org). Also, check out my offerings at Steadfast Ministries if you'd like help staying grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work (steadfastmin.com). Cover Art by Brian Behm. Music created and performed by Rob Maine. All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com/ Episode analytics

In today's episode, Dan and Rusty talk about the temptation to craft an online presence, the bombshell of both his brother’s and daughter’s leukemia diagnosis, and the stabilizing power of getting healthy. If you'd like to connect with Dan, find him on Twitter @villagedanhyun. Also, check out Dan's new bookThe Bible in 52 Weeks for Men (https://amzn.to/3HVhGpP). If you're interested in a 3-Day Soul Care Intensive, I'd love to chat. Remember to share that you heard about it on the podcast for a 20% discount -  https://bit.ly/steadfast-soul-care Cover Art by Brian Behm. Music created and performed by Rob Maine. All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com/

In today's episode, Scotty and Rusty talk about finding a spiritual father or mother, befriending weakness, and how the gospel makes us more human. If you'd like to connect with Scotty, find her on Twitter @ScottyWardSmith. Also, check out his blog at The Gospel Coalition (https://bit.ly/3dOVvoj). The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work. Check out Steadfast Ministries to learn about spiritual direction, sabbatical coaching, workshops, and other free resources - steadfastmin.com Cover Art by Brian Behm. Music created and performed by Rob Maine. All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com/

In today's episode, Bekah and Rusty talk about enduring criticism, the scariness of getting what you want, and our deep need for companions on our journey. If you'd like to connect with Bekah, find her on Twitter @bekahmason. Also, check out her work at Revoice (revoice.us) and the Pelican Project (thepelicanproject.com). Also, as promised, here's Bekah's most recent piece at Christianity Today - Side B Christians Like Me Are An Asset Not a Threat (bit.ly/3IoT0XS). The Art of Stability is a production of Steadfast Ministries — which exists to help others stay grounded in Christ to go the distance in life and work. Check out Steadfast Ministries to learn about spiritual direction, sabbatical coaching, workshops, and other free resources - steadfastmin.com Cover Art by Brian Behm.  Music created and performed by Rob Maine.  All music recorded and produced by The Asterisk Company - asteriskcompany.com/