Emotional Health: Dr. Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer on Pivot, Power, Character, Culture & Unlocking the Secrets to Creating Healthy Institutions

Transform toxic cultures and pivot towards emotional health as authors Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer guide churches and institutions through a gritty and transformative process that challenges the quick-fix mentality in creating cultures of goodness.It's gritty and messy, not flashy and glitzy. Making a difference requires deep, transformative change. - Scot McKnightIn this episode, you will be able to:Master the art of fostering emotionally nourishing spaces inside your church or institution.Explore the influence of power and its four prepositions in sparking timely institutional transformations.Understand the vital role of character development in shaping healthier and more efficient environments.Get acquainted with thoughtful strategies and dynamic tools that promise positive change within your organization.Comprehend the intricate process of transformation, emphasizing the importance of long-term accountability and ownership.<br/>My special guests are Scot McKnight, Laura BarringerToday’s conversation features Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer, a dynamic father-daughter duo. Scot’s knowledge of the Bible and theology is deeply respected, and his role as the Chair of New Testament at Northern Seminary further enhances that authority. His extensive bibliography includes favorites like “The King Jesus Gospel” and insightful commentaries on James Galatians and First Peter. Laura, an elementary school teacher by trade, has found her voice in writing. She has not only co-authored with Scot but is also making strides in public speaking. Together, their latest book, “Pivot”, explores transformative cultural change in churches and institutions.The resources mentioned in this episode are:It's not about the next biggest hit that we're addicted to. It's about deep work that walks through shame and does repair. - Laura BarringerPurchase A Church Called Tov bookPurchase Pivot bookCheck out Dr. Scot McKnight's other books, such as The King Jesus Gospel and his commentaries on James, Galatians, and 1 PeterExplore the Second Testament Bible translation by Dr. Scot McKnightLearn more about the New Testament chair at Northern SeminaryConsider booking Laura Barrringer for speaking engagementsCheck out the Christian Book Award finalist nomination for A Church Called ToveExplore the concept of Darvo mentioned in the podcastLearn about the three P's in Pivot: priorities, practices, and powersFocus on character development in churches and institutionsTake character tests and assessments mentioned in the bookConsider the power dynamics in your own church or organizationReflect on how power is used and misusedLearn from the example of Oak Hills Church in CaliforniaExplore Dallas Willard's ideas of transformationConsider reducing church size and budget to focus on transformationUnderstand the importance of empathy and care in leadership<br/>We are delighted to have Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer joining us today. Scot is a revered figure in the world of theology, not just as the chair of New Testament at Northern Seminary, but also as an established author introducing new perspectives on the Christian faith. His latest bible translation, The Second Testament, has been positively received by the community. Laura, Scot’s daughter, is equally accomplished. An elementary school teacher by profession, Laura’s influence extends to the written word. She uses her experiences and insights in extending conversations around church culture. Their collective wisdom in faith-based discussions is mirrored in their latest collaboration, “Pivot”.The key moments in this episode are:00:00:02 - Introduction, 00:03:04 - Overview of "Pivot,"
00:08:59 - Organizing