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Ministry On The Margins

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Ministry on the Margins is a podcast hosted by Dr. Josh Olds that brings you honest, in-depth conversations with church leaders, pastors, theologians, and culture-shapers who are writing—and living—in ways that call the church to a deeper relationship with God, God's people, and God's creation. In each episode, Josh will talk to church leaders and dive into the heart of their latest books, exploring themes of church leadership, social justice, pastoral care, spiritual formation, and the future of the church. Ministry on the Margins offers conversations that challenge, inspire, and equip.

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October 21, 2025

Deconstructing The Myth of Good Christian Parenting with Marissa Burt

The Myth of Good Christian Parenting with Marissa BurtAbout this EpisodeWhat happens when “biblical parenting” becomes an industry? Author and researcher Marissa Burt joins Ministry on the Margins to talk about her new book The Myth of Good Christian Parenting (co-authored with Kelsey McGinnis). Together, we unpack how a movement that promised to produce godly children often betrayed the very families it sought to help. From the rise of James Dobson’s Dare to Discipline to the ongoing culture of evangelical authoritarianism, Burt traces how well-meaning parents were shaped by fear, control, and a marketing machine that confused certainty with faithfulness. 🎧 In This Episode You’ll Hear<ul><li>How the evangelical “Christian parenting” industry emerged in the 1970s</li><li>Why Dobson’s Dare to Discipline became a cultural turning point</li><li>The dangers of self-platformed “experts” without child-development training</li><li>How theology and authoritarianism merged in evangelical family life</li><li>The generational fallout—adult children deconstructing faith and family</li><li>Why telling the truth about our stories is the first step toward healing</li><li>Practical, grace-filled ways parents can move forward today</li></ul>

October 12, 2025

Sacred Surrender with Jamie Jamgochian

What happens when your plan A falls apart—and God’s plan takes over? Singer-songwriter and worship leader Jamie Jamgochian joins Ministry on the Margins to talk about her new book Sacred Surrender: The Practice of Waiting Well with God. From jazz clubs to church stages, Jamie’s story is one of letting go, trusting deeply, and discovering peace in the in-between.In this episode, Josh and Jamie talk about surrender, identity, waiting, and the surprising beauty of God’s redirection. Whether you’re in a season of uncertainty or learning to rest in God’s timing, this conversation will remind you that waiting is never wasted when it’s spent with Him.

October 6, 2025

The Great Morning Revolution with Tara Beach Leach

The Great Morning Revolution | Tara Beth LeachEpisode OverviewIn this episode of Ministry on the Margins, Josh Olds talks with pastor and author Tara Beth Leach about her new book, The Great Morning Revolution. It isn’t a prescriptive “do these five things and your life will work” manual; it’s a pastoral invitation to begin the day with God—while your mind is still a blank canvas and before headlines, notifications, and to-dos set the tone:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}. Out of a personal wilderness season marked by grief, caregiving, and a brutal Chicago winter, Tara Beth sensed God’s nudge: “It’s time to rise,” and found a sustainable rhythm of mornings with God that reshaped her days:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.In This Episode You’ll Hear<ul><li>How a night owl became an early riser through a season of loss and liminality </li><li>Why the goal is presence, not performance—and how to avoid turning routine into legalism </li><li>The G.R.E.A.T. framework: Gratitude, Reflection, Exaltation, Asking, Trusting—and what it looks like in real life </li><li>Practical ways to begin with God in five minutes or an hour, in quiet or amid kid chaos </li><li>Why sleep is a spiritual discipline—and how nighttime habits shape morning faithfulness </li><li>How to keep authenticity and attentiveness within a simple, repeatable structure</li></ul>About the BookThe Great Morning Revolution is part memoir, part spiritual guide—a gentle call to wake up physically and spiritually. Tara Beth invites readers to “begin with God” in whatever season they’re in. It’s not about a specific wake-up time; it’s about a set-apart moment at the start of your day when the Spirit can establish your steps and intentions. Her G.R.E.A.T. rhythm—Gratitude (naming God’s gifts), Reflection (Scripture and examen), Exaltation (praise/psalms), Asking (intercession aligned to God’s will), and Trusting (surrender through the Lord’s Prayer or Psalm 23)—offers a simple, life-giving path that flexes with your realities.About the AuthorTara Beth Leach serves as senior pastor of Good Shepherd Church in Naperville, Illinois. A gifted preacher and writer (including Radiant Church and Emboldened), she ministers with a warm pastoral voice that helps people discover sustainable rhythms of grace in ordinary life. She and her family (plus two very cuddly corgis) make their home in Chicagoland.Favorite Quotes “While our minds are still a blank canvas…allow God to establish our steps and set the intentions of our days.” “God is waiting for us to wake up. God delights in our presence.” “It’s not prescriptive—find a sacred five minutes or a sacred hour that fits your season.” “We’re not doing this to please God—we’re doing it so we can be present with God.” “End your day with God so you can begin your day with God—rest is a spiritual discipline.”

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What is Ministry On The Margins?: Ministry on the Margins is a podcast hosted by Dr. Josh Olds that brings you honest, in-depth conversations with church leaders, pastors, theologians, and culture-shapers who are writing—and living—in ways that call the church to a deeper relationship with God, God's people, and God's creation.

In each episode, Josh will talk to church leaders and dive into the heart of their latest books, exploring themes of church leadership, social justice, pastoral care, spiritual formation, and the future of the church. Ministry on the Margins offers conversations that challenge, inspire, and equip.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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