Discipleship is a journey, but most churches offer a menu—not a map. In this episode of The Pressure Pod, Dr. Gavin Adams breaks down the real reason your people feel spiritually stuck—and how a simple four-phase framework can help you create a clear discipleship pathway that actually moves people forward.

In this episode of The Pressure Pod, Dr. Gavin Adams tackles one of the most overlooked reasons churches decline—even when the preaching is strong and the Gospel is central. Discover how spiritual leadership alone isn't enough, and what organizational leadership muscles every pastor must develop to lead a thriving, healthy church.

There’s a subtle but serious pressure pastors rarely name: the disconnect between your church’s current reality and the vision God placed in your heart. In this episode of The Pressure Pod, we unpack why that gap exists—and what it really takes to close it.

In this episode of The Pressure Pod, Dr. Gavin Adams unpacks why sticking to outdated ministry models is quietly costing your church growth—and how to start leading with innovation. You’ll walk away with one practical question that can help your team evolve with purpose.

You’ve got passion, a mission, and a heart for ministry. But something still feels stuck. In this episode of The Pressure Pod, Dr. Gavin Adams unpacks the real reason many churches plateau—and the three systems every church must build to reduce pressure and increase impact.

Ministry pressure hurts. But it often hurts most where you’re unknowingly relying on pride. In this episode, I unpack why that’s not punishment—it’s grace. Let’s explore how God uses pressure to purify, prepare, and reposition your heart for leadership that lasts.

Feeling stretched thin by one too many ministry “yeses”? In this episode of The Pressure Pod, Dr. Gavin Adams unpacks the idea of opportunity cost and why every good idea comes at a hidden price. You’ll walk away with one powerful question that will instantly clarify your team’s priorities and restore your margin.

Too many pastors are measuring their preaching by the wrong standards—and wondering why there’s no transformation. In this episode, Gavin walks through 5 signs your sermons might be missing the mark and how to start preaching for clarity, connection, and change.