[Podcast] Episode 241: It’s All About Your Soul with Danny Anderson

What if the key to church growth isn’t strategy, but soul care? In this episode of the AVAIL Podcast, Pastor Danny Anderson—Lead Pastor of Emmanuel Church and author of Church Growth Unleashed—shares what every ministry leader needs to hear. He unpacks the core principles of his book—the deeper issues behind pastoral burnout—and reveals the non-negotiables for a healthy soul. He offers a refreshing blueprint for sustainable church leadership. From Sabbath practices to friendship, fitness, and family, this conversation is packed with wisdom for anyone navigating the tension between ministry demands and personal well-being.

00:00 Introduction with Danny Anderson

2:03 Inspiration behind Church Growth Unleashed

6:08 Growing your church with a healthy soul

8:27 Warning signs of a declining soul

10:30 Practical habits for maintaining a healthy soul

15:51 Advice for pastors

23:28 Pastors' struggle with close friendships

27:49 The importance of hobbies

33:12 Where to connect with Danny and purchase book

33:54 Final words of encouragement