How do I handle conflict? Conflict is an inevitable part of life, and resolving it is crucial to establishing strong relationships. Sometimes, a resolution requires responding through confrontation. Barron and Justin Anthony, Lead Pastor of Bethel Christian Ministries, discuss The Art of Confrontation.  Justin explains how to approach a conflict and what we must know before confronting a situation. This episode will force leaders of all levels to reevaluate their engagement in confrontation and provide tools to do it better.   TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for great merchandise. Join our monthly newsletter for a 10% off thank you coupon. Check out our bookstore. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore We have partnered with Bookshop.org to support small independent and locally owned bookstores.   Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

How do I gain eternal life? Jesus's answer to this question in Luke 10 is the origin of the story of The Good Samaritan. Nowadays the term Good Samaritan is commonly used to describe someone who helps those in need.  Barron and David look at this well known parable from a different angle. They discuss the question "who is my neighbor?" and dig into why neighbors matter. TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for great merchandise. Join our monthly newsletter for a 10% off thank you coupon. Check out our bookstore. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore We have partnered with Bookshop.org to support small independent and locally owned bookstores.   Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

Do you love TED talks? Have you ever wanted a front row seat to learn from a world-class educator? It's here in this episode.  Rayna Longstreth talks to Dr. Janice Sjöstrand about strategies to defend our homes from the outside world. The home should be more than a place you eat and sleep between times when you're at work and church. It is meant to be a place of peace and safety. Dr. Sjöstrand offers incredible insights on how to set boundaries and what to do when they are challenged. This episode is a masterclass from a dynamic and transparent teacher.    TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for great merchandise. Join our monthly newsletter for a 10% off thank you coupon. Check out our bookstore. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore We have partnered with Bookshop.org to support small independent and locally owned bookstores.   Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed     Music by Lemon Music Studio

Barron and Rayna sit down with Chris Rumph to discuss his ongoing journey through the wilderness of grief. This is an emotionally heavy episode where Chris speaks candidly about the death of his wife and his brother, which brought him to the lowest point in his life. The story doesn’t end there; he shares his methods to deal with indescribable pain. Chris also offers advice on how to best help someone in the middle of grief.   TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. Join our monthly newsletter for a 10% off thank you coupon. Check out our bookstore. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore We have partnered with Bookshop.org to support small independent and locally owned bookstores. Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed     Music by Lemon Music Studio

No matter where you are in your walk with God or what leadership position you hold, this episode will challenge, inspire, and equip you to be better. Barron and Mark Morgan begin the journey to identify your role in the spiritual warfare battle. Are you still fighting in the trenches when you should be directing the assault? David started the tradition of giant killing, but he saw his position change from fighter to commander as he moved through life. One of David’s lessons from fighting the lions and bears was that you don’t just knock something down; you must end the threat. Bishop Mark Morgan has been singularly focused on teaching Apostolic truths. In this episode, he distills 40+ years of experience into a simple method to be an effective preacher. As a non-preaching person, I can tell you this is still a powerful method to hear and confirm the word God has spoken to you. This episode will equip you not just to knock a thing down but to end it.   TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. Join our monthly newsletter for a 10% off thank you coupon.   Check out our bookstore. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore We have partnered with Bookshop.org to support small independent and locally owned bookstores.   Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Ways to connect with Mark Morgan Visit https://www.markmorgan.online/ Instagram: @revmarkmorgan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.morgan.3720     Music by Lemon Music Studio

Teams aren’t just for sports. They are the key ingredient for a healthy organization that can grow and continuously improve. Barron and Dr. Eric Monsebais discuss why team-based models outperform other organizational methods. They talk about the importance of a shared vision and how, just like in sports, there are teams within a team, but they are all driving for the same shared goal. Dr. Monsebais brings a practical and systematic approach to explaining how to best create and employ a team. Pick up your prescription for a more productive and efficient culture. Plug in and listen today because it’s precisely what the doctor ordered.   TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. Join our monthly newsletter for a 10% off thank you coupon. Check out our bookstore. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore We have partnered with Bookshop.org to support small independent and locally owned bookstores.   Resources - BOOKS!! Church Work - Rodney Shaw In Churchwork Rodney Shaw provides pastors, ministry leaders, and volunteers invaluable wisdom and insight to optimize the performance of ministry teams.  Keep Sharp - Dr. Sanjay Gupta Keep your brain young, healthy, and sharp with this science-driven guide to protecting your mind from decline. This book was mentioned before the show started. That complete conversation is available for our Patreon Community.    Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed     Music by Lemon Music Studio

The discussion of the personality continues as Barron talks with Josh Krebs not about the origin but rather the impact of the day-to-day living of concept on his life. Josh is now the pastor of one of The Church Today’s campuses, but his story didn’t start there. Like all great stories, Josh was in a place he didn’t want to be looking for that thing that could change his life. What he came across was excellence lived daily. A person who dared to be different and show Josh through the highs and the lows that he mattered. This episode is a powerful, practical example of a personality in action. TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. Join our monthly newsletter for a 10% off thank you coupon. Check out our bookstore. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore We have partnered with Bookshop.org to support small independent and locally owned bookstores. Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

What is personality? Personality is the unique and distinctive behavior that characterizes an individual or organization. Simply put, it’s what makes you, You.  Barron and Rayna discuss the importance of understanding your organization’s personality and intentionally shaping it. They talk about Hey, You Matter, the motto of The Church Today, and how it has become the personality verbalized. Rayna tells about the slogan’s origin, while Barron lays out practical points for personality assessment. This episode is filled with valuable information, a little bit of crying, and a whole lot of passion. TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. Join our monthly newsletter for a 10% off thank you coupon. Check out our bookstore. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore We have partnered with Bookshop.org to support small independent and locally owned bookstores. Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

Have you ever had someone point something out, like a sound, smell, or sight, that you hadn’t noticed before, but once they did, it was so glaringly obvious you aren’t sure how you missed it? In this episode Barron and Rayna discuss one such discovery…about trash cans. It was a revelation about a small thing but it had an outsized impact on their organizational culture. Barron explains their systematic evaluation process, and how you can use it to find your trash cans. The story revolves around place to put garbage, but the message focuses on how to find that ONE thing you need. The thing that, once found, ends up being a key element you didn’t even know was missing.  If you want to keep missing the obvious, skip this episode; otherwise, buckle up for an insightful time with Barron and Rayna.   TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. You can also join our monthly newsletter. Check out our bookstore. Bookshop.org supports small independent and locally owned bookstores. Ordering with us will direct the order to a locally owned business. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore   Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed     Music by Lemon Music Studio

Do you want to increase your church’s effectiveness? Do you like TED Talks? It sounds like clickbait, but this episode is a 30-minute power session on how to practically and dynamically improve your organizational culture. Barron discusses three critical core culture components with Pastor Justin Anthony, lead pastor at Bethel Christian Ministries in Bellevue, Nebraska. Justin breaks down each of these points with surgical precision and Apostolic passion.   TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. You can also join our monthly newsletter. Check out our bookstore. Bookshop.org supports small independent and locally owned bookstores. Ordering with us will direct the order to a locally owned business.   The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore   Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

Why is delegation important in organizational leadership? It's far more than just getting someone else to do the work. Barron and Rayna discuss effective delegation and why it's essential for growth and success. They share personal experiences and insights, highlighting the value of creating a culture of excellence and developing a team that can operate without the leader's constant presence. Join us in this incredible conversation about the art of delegation.   This episode is unique. We decided to give you a look at the type of content that our Patreon community enjoys. This includes our Would You Rather questions and other bonus content that usually gets cut from the public version. We know you are going to love it. Make sure you listen all the way to the end for a special bonus.   TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. You can also join our monthly newsletter. I have it on good authority you will get a 10% discount on The Bottom Half is Red gear after you join the newsletter. I'm reasonably confident in this claim since I also created the discount. Check out our bookstore. Bookshop.org supports small independent and locally owned bookstores. Ordering with us will direct the order to a locally owned business. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore   Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

Have you ever wondered what elements go into creating an effective team? How do you find the right people to lead? Building a great team and choosing the right leaders is essential to the growth of an organization. In the last episode, Pastor Terry Shock talked about how church leaders are responsible for the failure or success of the mission. In this episode, Barron and Rayna tackle this topic and break it down step-by-step. Spoiler Alert: Talent will only get you so far. Learn why they refer to the volunteers of their organization as leaders.   TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. You can also join our monthly newsletter.   Check out our bookstore. Bookshop.org supports small independent and locally owned bookstores. Ordering with us will direct the order to a locally owned business.   The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore   Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

We didn’t just walk off the Ark; our church organization should reflect this fact. How do you incorporate contemporary culture without compromising biblical foundations?  Pastors Barron Longstreth and Terry Shock explore the crucial topic of establishing a biblically-centered culture within a church setting. Pastor Shock identifies the group of people who are most responsible for the success or failure of the organization. He also reveals the #1 roadblock to a biblically-centered culture. Spoiler Alert: It’s not the devil. This fantastic conversation delves into the challenges, pitfalls, and responsibilities that leaders face in navigating this journey. The answers are simple, but that doesn’t make them easy.   TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. You can also join our monthly newsletter. Check out our bookstore. Bookshop.org supports small independent and locally owned bookstores. Ordering with us will direct the order to a locally owned business. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   For more great content from Terry and Melani Shock including Melani’s book Eat This Book check out their website: https://www.kqministries.net/. You can also find them on Instagram @kqministries or Facebook @TerryandMelaniShock.   Music by Lemon Music Studio

How do you recognize the need for change? Change can be painful, but it's nowhere near as painful as being stuck in a place you don't belong. On this episode, Barron Longstreth and Jeff Ralston, lead pastor of First Pentecostal Church of Lake Charles, discuss distinguishing the difference between embracing change for relevance and compromising core beliefs, identifying key indicators for organizational change, providing spiritual and emotional support for leaders during times of change, and effectively addressing the "why" in leadership communication.  You will enjoy Pastor Ralston's well-thought-out and systematic explanation for each question. You don't want to miss this deep and insightful conversation! TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. You can also join our monthly newsletter. Check out our bookstore. Bookshop.org supports small independent and locally owned bookstores. Ordering with us will direct the order to a locally owned business. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

What do military helicopters and music practice have in common? You're going to discover that today! In a world that often demands perfection, is it possible to achieve excellence without falling into the trap of perfectionism? Discover the psychological roots of perfectionism and how it hinders creativity, productivity, and even mental health. On the flip side, we'll explore the art of setting high standards while embracing imperfections, failures, and the beautiful messiness of life. Join Barron, Rayna, and executive producer David Tanderup on this thought-provoking journey into "Excellence vs. Perfectionism. TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. You can also join our monthly newsletter. Check out our bookstore. Bookshop.org supports small independent and locally owned bookstores. Ordering with us will direct the order to a locally owned business. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

When is the best time to have a life-changing transformative moment? How about driving in small-town Oklahoma? Barron and Rayna Longstreth co-host the inaugural episode of The Bottom Half is Red to dive into the profound effects of that Genesis moment and why they started this podcast. Hint: It's not to teach leaders how to micromanage. They discuss the critical need for cultural excellence in the church and why excellence isn't the destination; it's the starting place from which we should be operating. This pilot episode is an enjoyable blend of wisdom, vision, and fun! Everyone says it, but we promise: this is not a show you want to miss. TBHIR Show Notes Visit our website: TheBottomHalfisRed.com for interesting articles and great merchandise. You can also join our monthly newsletter. Check out our bookstore. Bookshop.org supports small independent and locally owned bookstores. Ordering with us will direct the order to a locally owned business. The Bottom Half is Red Bookstore Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook: @thebottomhalfisred Instagram: @thebottomhalfisred Twitter/X: @bottomhalfisred Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBottomHalfisRed   Music by Lemon Music Studio

An introduction to what can be expected from The Bottom Half is Red as well as a sneak preview into some of the exclusive behind the scenes moments available on The Bottom Half is Red Patreon.   Music by Lemon Music Studio