Jonathan Pearson

  • Use What You’ve Got

    Use What You’ve Got

    Growing up, my Dad had an old truck he used to take me to school in. The air conditioner didn’t work, the heater didn’t work, and the defroster didn’t work. The only part of the truck besides the engine that actually worked was the cigarette lighter.

  • 3 Things That Kill Communication

    3 Things That Kill Communication

    We all have something important to say. I really do believe that. For those of us in church work, our message is not only important, but life changing. It’s the message that we want everyone to know and no one to miss. Working with people and being around people, we can often find ourselves…

  • 3 Times We Need To Put Our Phone Down

    3 Times We Need To Put Our Phone Down

    I have a problem. It doesn’t seem like a big deal 99% of the time, but the other 1% it’s a huge deal. You see, sometimes I like my iPhone.. too much. For the most part, I’m good at using it as just a tool. I use it to make phone calls, make notes,…

  • New Next Up Podcast: T Is For Time

    New Next Up Podcast: T Is For Time

    In this episode, Jonathan Pearson, Dustin Bates, and guest David Pearson talk about the importance of time and offer some advice on how to protect it. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or you don’t even consider yourself a leader yet, this episode will help you take steps to manage one of your most valuable…

  • What Having A Baby And Leading People Have In Common

    What Having A Baby And Leading People Have In Common

    My life has been changed the last 3 months. What was somewhat predictable and all about myself and my wife has suddenly become more hectic and has come with more responsibility. Having a baby is the coolest thing ever. It’s also the most sudden life changing event ever. Over the last few months, I’ve…