I’m Ryan Franklin and this is Christian Leader Made Simple. I’m here to help YOU get the clarity needed to move your organization forward. And that’s my goal for this podcast: To produce simple leadership content that's helpful and practical to you as a leader. Don't forget to subscribe! Work with me (1:1 Executive Coaching): ryanfranklin.org; YouTube, video, and blog: ChristianLeaderMadeSimple.com; Contact me: info@ryanfranklin.org; Download The Christian Leader Blueprint for free: ChristianLeaderMadeSimple.com.
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Chad Parker uses the examples of Nehemiah, Joseph, Daniel, and Jesus to illustrate that effective leadership moves beyond recognizing needs to taking organized, intentional action. He emphasizes that spiritual burdens should lead to planning, collaboration, and sustainable solutions. While acknowledging concerns that community involvement can distract churches from their spiritual mission, Parker argues that churches should remain firmly rooted in the gospel while also caring for people's physical and social needs. He concludes that true ministry addresses the whole person, combining biblical truth with compassionate action.
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Adam Shaw explains that increasing leadership capacity begins with honest self-assessment and identifying the "jars" (skills, character traits, and competencies) missing from one's life. He encourages seeking feedback from trusted people, learning from mentors, and intentionally developing areas such as discipline, technical ability, theology, relationships, and time management. Shaw emphasizes that every new level of responsibility requires greater personal capacity, and he illustrates this by describing how his church proactively prepared its leaders and systems to sustainably handle future growth rather than being overwhelmed by it.
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Pastor Cortt Chavis has preached across the country, served in combat, and planted a thriving church in Loganville, Georgia. He has seen God move in remarkable ways. But the thing he keeps coming back to is this: walking in the Spirit is less about chasing supernatural moments and more about daily faithfulness.
In this episode, Ryan sits down with Cortt for a conversation about what Spirit-filled living actually looks like for leaders in the real world. If you've been waiting for a feeling, chasing an experience, or wondering why your spiritual life feels more like a performance than a reality, this conversation is for you. It's time to stop overcomplicating it and start walking.
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In this session, Ryan Franklin explores the subtle danger of spiritual drift in leadership, using King Solomon's life as a powerful example. He shares practical steps for staying spiritually aligned with God, including rebuilding consistent time with God, cultivating honest accountability, and identifying personal markers of spiritual health. Ryan challenges leaders to honestly assess their current spiritual condition and take action before small compromises become significant consequences, emphasizing that leaders finish well by continually returning to alignment with God.
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Chad Parker explains how his leadership evolved from personally ministering to individuals toward building systems that allow ministries to grow safely and sustainably. He emphasizes that effective leadership requires strong policies, training, accountability, and organizational health. Parker encourages pastors not to focus on starting new ministries but to first listen to their communities, identify unmet needs, and build partnerships with existing organizations. He concludes that administration is not opposed to ministry—it is a God-given tool that protects the mission and helps churches serve people more effectively.
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In this conversation with Stan Gleason, leadership and discipleship are explored through the lens of Acts 6 and the early church. Gleason discusses how pastors can unintentionally limit growth by holding too tightly to ministry roles instead of equipping others to serve. He emphasizes the importance of trusting Spirit-filled people, sharing responsibility, and building a culture where disciples are empowered to lead and minister effectively.
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What do you do with the parts of yourself that feel like a limitation? Darin Sargent was born with one hand — and spent years wondering why God made him that way. What he discovered changed everything. In this episode, Darin shares the powerful moments that reframed his identity, from a father speaking Psalm 139 over a broken little boy to a teacher who celebrated his uniqueness in front of a whole classroom. Now an author, speaker, executive coach, and Director of Ministry Central for the UPCI, Darin brings a simple but life-changing message: the broken places in your story are not the end. They're often where the best part begins.
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Rodney Shaw reflects on how ministry taught him that people often support change in theory but resist it when it becomes personal and practical. He explains that church members form deep emotional connections to traditions, systems, and experiences that shaped their spiritual journey, making change feel like loss. Shaw emphasizes that effective leadership requires empathy, patience, and a “follower-centric” mindset that prioritizes people over personal vision. He warns leaders against becoming “wrecking balls” and encourages pastors to carefully discern what truly needs to change versus what merely frustrates them personally.
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Dr. Wayne Chappelle teaches that long-term high performers share key traits: a flexible, growth-oriented mindset that embraces discomfort and continual change; vigilance—expecting challenges without being overwhelmed by them; and the ability to manage (not eliminate) anxiety in a productive range. They also develop strong emotional stamina, composure, and discipline, especially in self-care. Ultimately, they stay open to support, adapt to pressure, and build habits that sustain both performance and personal health over time.
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Featuring Stan Gleason, this conversation explores how fear, insecurity, and control can keep pastors from empowering others in ministry. Gleason highlights Jesus’ example of trusting and developing disciples, even knowing some would fail or betray Him. Through biblical examples and personal stories, he encourages leaders to release authority, celebrate others’ growth, and build a culture where people are trusted to lead, serve, and succeed beyond their mentors.
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Nobody drifts on purpose. But it happens to more leaders than you think — including ones who preach about it. The truth is, the biggest risk you face as a leader right now probably won't show up in your budget review or your elder board meeting. It's spiritual drift — and it's sneakier than you think. In this episode, Ryan Franklin gets honest about a recent season of spiritual depletion and draws from his doctoral research and Solomon's story to show you what drift really looks like. You'll learn the three signs drift may already be underway in your life and three practical protections to get back to alignment before it costs you.
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Rodney Shaw emphasizes that effective church leadership must prioritize people over personal vision, encouraging leaders to lead with empathy, patience, and pastoral care rather than forceful change. He explains that understanding where people find meaning and identity within a church helps leaders navigate necessary transitions without damaging trust or discipleship. Shaw highlights the biblical model of shepherding—being present with people through change—and stresses that leaders must discern whether they are called to preserve an existing foundation or act as a change agent during difficult transitions.
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Dr. Wayne Chappelle emphasizes that when leaders feel emotionally empty, the first steps toward healing are recognizing they can’t grow alone and seeking trusted support, including expert guidance. Next is becoming intentional about emotional and physical habits—rest, exercise, and healthy relationships—which directly impact resilience. Over time, this shifts into a performance mindset: not just recovering, but building the emotional stamina and adaptability needed to thrive through ongoing pressure and uncertainty.
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In this conversation, Stan Gleason emphasizes that effective leadership comes from empowering others rather than controlling everything yourself. He explains that Jesus modeled this by believing in people, releasing authority, and encouraging disciples to do even greater works. Gleason outlines practical steps for building a disciple-making culture: clearly casting vision, modeling the behavior personally, setting expectations, training consistently, and celebrating people’s stories and growth.
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Most churches are great at caring for people one at a time. But what happens when personal care isn't enough? Dr. Chad Parker, President of Tupelo Children's Mansion and author of the future book, Macro Ministry, joins Ryan Franklin to unpack a biblical framework for expanding your church's impact beyond the walls. If you're ready to move from temporary relief to lasting transformation, this conversation is for you.
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Rodney Shaw discusses the importance of grieving change within church leadership, emphasizing that leaders should model transparency, allow teams space to process loss, and recognize that deep emotions often reflect strong loyalty and commitment. He explains that leaders are usually emotionally ahead of their teams during transitions and encourages pastors to move forward with change through prayer, planning, flexibility, counsel, and faith—even when fear and uncertainty are present.
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Dr. Wayne Chappelle explains that pastors often struggle to open up because they live under constant scrutiny and judgment from their congregations. Unlike other leaders, their personal and professional lives are inseparable, so any perceived weakness can feel like a threat to their credibility and calling. This pressure drives many to compartmentalize their pain, maintaining a strong outward image while privately battling emotional and spiritual challenges, making vulnerability feel risky instead of restorative.
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After 21 years at The Pentecostals of Alexandria, Ryan Franklin sits down for a deeply personal episode to share a major life and leadership transition. Ryan reflects on the people, lessons, struggles, growth, and calling that shaped his journey at POA while also sharing why he recently accepted a new role with the United Pentecostal Church International PRG division as VP of Strategic Leadership.
This episode is about more than a move or a new title. It is about calling, grief, faith, leadership health, and learning how to embrace what is next and honor what was. If you are navigating transition, uncertainty, or a new season in your own life and leadership, this conversation will encourage you.
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Chantry Dean highlights that a healthy transition was built on intentional, honest conversations—especially around timing, visibility, and influence. He and his father clarified expectations early, ensuring unity and avoiding confusion about leadership. Most importantly, they prioritized their relationship over their roles, keeping “father and son” first. This foundation created trust, freedom, and mutual respect. Through ongoing communication, they navigated differences in leadership style, with Chantry learning to build on his father’s legacy rather than imitate it, allowing him to lead authentically without dishonor.
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Practical guardrails for discerning God’s voice include refusing to make decisions in isolation and inviting trusted, diverse voices into the process before acting. What you sense should be tested—not just announced—by comparing it with Scripture, past teaching, and proven experience. Stay humble and open to correction, knowing you may sometimes miss it. As Raymond Woodward emphasizes, God’s leading will stand up to accountability and won’t require you to shut out voices that challenge you.
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Dj Hill explains that maintaining influence with people during busy or demanding seasons often comes down to visible priorities and clear communication. When leaders consistently demonstrate that they value their relationship with God and their family first, others may feel temporary disappointment but ultimately respect those boundaries. Hill emphasizes explaining the “why” behind decisions and, when possible, offering solutions—such as recommending another minister or suggesting an alternate time. By communicating clearly and protecting healthy rhythms, leaders return to ministry refreshed and able to give their best rather than serving from exhaustion.
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Most churches plateau at 75 people, and the reason might surprise you. In this episode, Ryan Franklin sits down with Stan Gleason, Assistant General Superintendent of the UPCI, bishop of The Life Church of Kansas City, and author of The Priesthood of the Believers, to talk about what it actually looks like to break through that ceiling. Bishop Gleason makes a compelling case that the key to church growth isn't a better program or a bigger budget. It's releasing the saints to do the work of the ministry. If you're a pastor or church leader ready to stop being the bottleneck, this conversation is for you.
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Chantry Dean explains that establishing a new leadership voice requires intentional honor, not contrast. He framed change as a result of what was built rather than a rejection of it, consistently celebrating past leadership while clearly communicating future vision. Mutual public honor between him and his predecessor helped build trust. He notes that people resist dishonor more than change, and that transitions demand patience—often years—to earn relational influence. He also highlights the importance of visible care, winning people’s hearts, and a predecessor’s willingness to step back so new leadership can grow.
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Following God’s voice produces Christ-likeness when the posture is following, not leading. Instead of asking God to bless personal plans, you align yourself with what He is already doing. This keeps the heart humble, submitted, and accountable. By comparing what you “hear” with Scripture and trusted spiritual voices, you avoid self-driven direction. As Raymond Woodward emphasizes, the goal is making followers of Christ—not elevating yourself—guarding against spiritual ego and keeping leadership rooted in humility.
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Reflecting on leadership rhythms, Dj Hill explains that one of the hardest challenges is discerning whether you’re in a genuinely demanding season or allowing unhealthy patterns to develop. When priorities like family time, prayer, rest, or personal health are consistently neglected, it often points to poor stewardship of time rather than unavoidable circumstances. Hill emphasizes the importance of a trusted “life team”—spouses, friends, and mentors—who can speak honestly about blind spots. Sustainable ministry, he says, cannot rely on talent and hard work alone; it requires intentional rhythms that “bend without breaking.”
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Leading change is one of the hardest things a pastor will ever do. Get it wrong and you don't just slow the church down — you fracture trust, divide people, and spend years rebuilding what you lost. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Rodney Shaw, author of Feed My Sheep: A Handbook for Pastors, to walk through practical steps every pastor needs to know before leading change in their church. If you've got a change you know you need to make — this conversation is for you.
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Chantry Dean describes a leadership transition marked more by alignment than resistance, largely due to strong support from the previous leader. He emphasizes creating clarity through defined roles, shared authority, and real decision-making power, while fostering collaboration. Some challenges included shifting access to leadership and developing individuals to carry greater responsibility. He highlights that empowerment requires accountability, but once ownership takes hold, momentum builds. For new leaders, he advises listening first, honoring the past, and building a trusted core team to carry vision and sustain long-term success.Ads do not influence the answers you get from ChatGPT. Your chats stay private. Learn about ads and personalization
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Raymond Woodward teaches that hearing God is rooted in relationship, not technique. True discernment flows from submission—aligning your will under God and remaining accountable to spiritual voices He places in your life. As intimacy with God deepens, His voice becomes clearer, and obedience sharpens sensitivity. Like sheep recognizing a shepherd, believers learn His voice through trust, consistency, and proximity—rejecting unfamiliar voices and staying grounded in Scripture and godly influence.
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Dj Hill reflects on a leadership blind spot many young ministers face: believing hard work and talent can replace healthy rhythms. Early in ministry, he pushed himself with travel, preaching, and responsibilities that looked manageable on paper but proved exhausting in real life, especially with a newborn at home. He explains that sustainable leadership requires rhythms that “bend without breaking,” allowing flexibility in demanding seasons. Hill emphasizes planning ahead, protecting family time, and recognizing that when leaders ignore rest and recovery, the strain often shows up most clearly in their relationships at home.
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In this conversation, Ryan Franklin sits down with Dr. Wayne Chappelle, co-author of the new book Heal Your Hurting Mind, written with Craig Groeschel. Together they explore a reality many pastors and leaders face: carrying the weight of leadership while privately struggling with anxiety, burnout, or emotional exhaustion. Drawing from both biblical insight and psychological research, Dr. Chappelle discusses why mental and emotional struggles are more common among leaders than many realize, the myths that keep Christians silent about mental health, and the practical steps leaders can take to move toward healing and resilience. This episode offers honest conversation, biblical perspective, and hopeful guidance for anyone who is leading others while trying to care for their own soul.
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Many pastors face unhealthy living not simply as a body issue but a stewardship issue. Liv Hill reframes the conversation from appearance to habits—stress management, daily rhythms, and how leaders care for themselves. She shares her own journey from nearly 300 pounds while excelling professionally and spiritually, yet privately struggling. Emotional eating, unaddressed stress, and identity patterns played a role. Change became possible when discomfort began affecting her spiritual life. Rather than extremes, she started small—packing lunch, making steady adjustments—and built sustainable momentum that led to lasting transformation.
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Scott Sistrunk explains that rejection cuts deeply because leaders genuinely love their people and invest their hearts in them. Unlike sales, ministry involves vulnerability—leaders commit themselves without fully knowing what’s in someone’s heart. Rejection can trigger insecurities and imposter syndrome, making leaders question their adequacy. While some rejection calls for self-examination in tone and timing, other moments stem from preaching transformation. The apostolic message calls for daily change, and not everyone wants that. Leaders must discern whether rejection reveals needed growth—or simply resistance to truth.
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The Robinettes reflect on a season marked by deep loneliness early in their marriage, even while together. Living overseas, isolated, and emotionally disconnected, she wrestled with silence, secrecy, and feeling unseen. Through prayer, courage, and honest affirmation, she chose to speak belief and value into her husband’s life. That moment became a turning point—awakening purpose, restoring connection, and revealing how powerful validation, presence, and spiritual alignment can be in healing loneliness within marriage.
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What does it really take to follow a 40-year pastor, especially when that pastor is your father? In this episode, Ryan sits down with Pastor Chantry Dean to unpack the emotional weight and leadership complexity of stepping into a long-standing legacy. They talk about identity under pressure, establishing authority without dishonor, and the internal battles most successors never talk about.
Chantry shares the pivotal conversations that made the transition healthy, the mistakes churches often make in pastoral succession, and the practical moves he made to shift from a personality-driven model to a strong, team-based ministry structure. If you’re leading after a legacy, or preparing someone to, this conversation will help you honor the past while building a healthy future.
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You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free!
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Self-regulation is essential for leaders constantly absorbing pressure and conflict. Chronic stress compounds daily unless intentionally reduced. Liv emphasizes walking as a simple, powerful reset—7,000 steps daily can significantly lower stress and mortality risk, especially when done outdoors. She encourages doubling time by pairing walking with prayer or relationships. For leaders feeling ashamed or far behind, she offers hope and grace: start small. Drink more water. Walk 20 minutes. Build sustainable habits slowly. Wellness isn’t about extremes—it’s steady stewardship that restores energy, longevity, and effectiveness in ministry and life.
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Description:
Scott Sistrunk reflects on the tension between conviction and wisdom in leadership. While leaders must stand firmly on biblical principles, they must also examine their tone, timing, and approach. He shares a moment when acting without God’s timing damaged his influence, teaching him patience. Still, he emphasizes that some rejection comes simply from preaching transformation. The apostolic message calls people to change daily, and not everyone wants that. When rejection happens, leaders must return to Scripture, ensuring they’re standing on conviction—not ego or preference.
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The Robinettes vulnerably share how personal healing was essential to rebuilding their marriage. They describe confronting unhealed trauma, unmet emotional needs, and misunderstood love languages that surfaced during hard seasons. Through honesty, grace, and intentional growth—learning each other’s triggers, needs, and strengths—they rebuilt both themselves and their relationship. Their story shows that lasting relational health requires individual healing, mutual understanding, and a commitment to grow together rather than apart.
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What does it really mean to hear the voice of God? In this episode, Ryan sits down with Rev. Raymond Woodward to explore John 10:27, “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” Together, they walk through a practical and biblically grounded framework built around three movements: Hear, Know, and Follow.
This is not a conversation about chasing spiritual experiences. It is about discernment, relationship, obedience, and leadership maturity. If you have ever wrestled with uncertainty in decision-making, questioned your impressions, or wanted greater clarity in how God leads, this episode will help anchor your thinking and strengthen your confidence in a thoughtful, theological conversation for leaders who want to follow God well.
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Featuring Liv Hill, this conversation reframes wellness for pastors and leaders as more than diet and workouts—it’s about whole-body stewardship. Liv highlights sleep disruption, stress, digestion issues, and loss of hunger cues as early warning signs of unsustainable rhythms. She challenges the “it’s selfish” mindset, suggesting overwhelm—not lack of care—is often the real barrier. Emphasizing longevity and quality of life, she warns that ignoring these signals can cost leaders their health, family engagement, and even ministry effectiveness, urging small, practical steps toward sustainable, life-giving habits.
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Scott Sistrunk explains that healthy leaders survive rejection by anchoring themselves in clear, biblical principles rather than ego. Rejection tied to personal pride or unmet expectations can become toxic, but rejection for standing on conviction brings peace—even when it hurts. He emphasizes knowing what you truly believe, distinguishing eternal doctrine from tradition, and refusing to compromise core convictions. Leaders who endure well examine their motives: Are they wounded out of love for souls or from a bruised ego? Principle-centered leadership, not pride, sustains long-term ministry.
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Charles and Stacey Robinette share how intentional closeness—physical, emotional, and relational—helped move their marriage from simply surviving to leading with purpose. They emphasize staying connected through quality time, honesty, shared rhythms like reading together, and daily communication. By honoring each other’s love languages, respecting differences, laughing often, and being fair with one another, they show how small, consistent habits can strengthen a marriage and keep it healthy, joyful, and led with intention.
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Many pastors and church leaders do not burn out because they lack passion or commitment. They burn out because their rhythm of life becomes unsustainable. In this episode, Ryan sits down with DJ Hill to talk about one of the most overlooked leadership blind spots in ministry: rhythm. Together, they explore how broken rhythms erode emotional awareness, increase reactivity, and strain both leadership and family life. DJ shares honest insights from leading in a demanding season of ministry while raising three young children, and offers practical wisdom on building a rhythm that can bend without breaking. This conversation is for leaders who want to stay emotionally present, spiritually grounded, and effective for the long haul.
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Dr. David Bernard explains that effective leadership goes beyond casting vision to motivating people to act, especially when change is required. He emphasizes unity through shared vision, clear mission focus, and consistent over-communication. Bernard highlights the importance of listening, building consensus, celebrating real results, and fostering a healthy culture where disagreement is handled constructively. He also reframes critics as potential contributors who can expose blind spots, strengthen vision, and ultimately help leaders guide people forward together.
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This is a special episode of the Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast recorded on site at Indiana Bible College as part of IBC Library Talk.
In this conversation, Ryan Franklin sits down with Justin Reinking to talk about what it really takes to build leadership that lasts. Ryan shares openly about his early calling to ministry, the pressure of stepping into major leadership responsibility at a young age, and the burnout that forced him to rethink how leadership actually works.
Together they explore the difference between gifting and fruit, why relational health matters in ministry, and how the principles from Ryan’s book, The Christian Leader Blueprint, help leaders develop a sustainable rhythm of life, deeper self-awareness, and stronger relationships.
If you are preparing for ministry or currently leading in the church, this conversation will challenge you to focus on the kind of growth that produces lasting fruit.
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In this conversation with Josh Melancon, Josh shares practical wisdom on confronting pride, fear, and unhealthy leadership patterns. He emphasizes honest self-awareness, genuine repentance without excuses, and inviting trusted voices into the process. He also offers guidance for responding wisely and Christ-like when serving under egotistical or domineering leaders, highlighting prayer, respect, emotional healing, and humility as essential steps toward real change and healthier leadership.
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Brother Robinette offers guidance to young adults sensing a call from God, emphasizing humility, patience, and teachability. He explains that feeling called doesn’t mean knowing everything, and that growth happens through intentional relationships with trusted voices. Rather than speaking too quickly, he encourages learning from spiritual giants and allowing others to shape and challenge you. He warns that arrogance carries a high cost, while humility, alignment with purpose, and the right people at your table are essential for longevity and effectiveness in kingdom work.
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Ryan shares a perspective on time management that reshaped his leadership more than any productivity system or self-help book ever could. Drawing directly from Scripture and personal experience, Ryan explains why most pastors and leaders do not struggle with time because they lack discipline, but because they lack clarity and vision. He walks through how vision drift quietly happens, why busyness is a poor measure of obedience, and how biblical stewardship reframes time as a servant to calling, not an enemy to fight. You will hear how clarifying God-given vision, creating intentional rhythms, and focusing on faithful next steps can restore energy, peace, and direction. This episode is for leaders who feel full, faithful, and yet quietly scattered, and are ready for alignment instead of overload.
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Dr. David Bernard outlines what pastors and ministry leaders must prioritize to see genuine, sustainable growth. He emphasizes apostolic identity, unity, and revival rooted in Acts 2, while urging leaders to think like missionaries within an increasingly secular culture. He distinguishes being biblically conservative from being culturally traditional and encourages relevance without compromise. Bernard also addresses discouraged leaders, pointing them back to prayer, renewed vision, understanding community needs, and recognizing “holy dissatisfaction” as a catalyst for God-sized direction.
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Featuring Josh Melancon, this segment explores how pride subtly hides in a leader’s behavior, language, and success. He shares the ongoing, often uncomfortable work of uncovering pride, the role of vulnerability in building trust, and how insecurity can drive controlling or abusive leadership. Josh contrasts domineering authority with Christlike service, emphasizing repentance, humility, and using strength to empower others rather than keep them small.
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Charles Robinette recounts a spontaneous kingdom moment in a small-town Waffle House where obedience and spiritual sensitivity turned an ordinary meal into a powerful outpouring of the Spirit. He illustrates how living on purpose creates divine opportunities, leading strangers into shared faith encounters beyond denominational lines. He also reflects on the cost of constant ministry, explaining that spiritual exhaustion comes not from giving too much, but from drifting out of purpose. When aligned with God’s calling, there is a special grace that sustains and refills the soul.
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In this episode, Ryan sits down with wellness coach Liv Hill to talk about whole-body wellness through the lens of leadership and stewardship. Liv shares her journey of losing over 150 pounds, the desperation that sparked real change, and what she learned about listening to her body instead of overriding it. Together, they explore why pastors often ignore physical warning signs, how chronic stress quietly undermines calling and relationships, and what sustainable wellness actually looks like for leaders in constant output mode. This conversation offers permission, clarity, and practical wisdom for leaders who want longevity, not burnout.
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This conversation features Dr. David Bernard reflecting on key moments that shaped his understanding of God-given vision, including his call to preach, church planting, writing influential books, and leadership roles. He explains that vision is discerned through both divine direction and human responsibility, emphasizing prayer, pure motives, wise counsel, and confirmation, along with the practical alignment of need, opportunity, and ability in ministry leadership.
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This conversation features Josh Melancon sharing insights on humility, leadership, and the inner life of a pastor. He reflects on how pride silences teams, turns wounds into weapons, and ultimately sabotages a leader’s calling. Josh contrasts striving to “climb” with learning to be “lifted” by God, emphasizing patience, forgiveness, and creating space for others to grow. His perspective highlights how humble leadership strengthens teams, deepens influence, and brings greater fulfillment.
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Charles Robinette shares a heartfelt reflection on sensing God’s call as a teenager and choosing obedience without knowing the full cost. He explains that true passion isn’t hype or personality—it flows naturally from aligning with kingdom purpose. Acknowledging the sacrifices, pain, and perseverance required, he affirms that every cost has been worth it. His story encourages those feeling weary or disillusioned to keep going, emphasizing that when calling, gifting, and vision align through prayer, purpose produces enduring passion and strength.
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In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Show, Ryan Franklin sits down with Scott Sistrunk to talk honestly about rejection, failure, and staying motivated in ministry. Drawing from his missions experience and a powerful story of a Middle Eastern convert, Scott shares how leaders can endure resistance without letting it redefine their calling. This conversation offers biblical perspective, real-world wisdom, and practical encouragement for pastors and church leaders who feel worn down, discouraged, or tempted to quit.
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Dr. Tim Elmore shares lessons from his early years with John Maxwell, who taught him leadership essentials like “off-the-platform charisma” and big-picture thinking. These experiences inspired his passion for developing young leaders. In his book The Future Begins with Z, Elmore explores Generation Z’s unique challenges and potential in the workforce, introducing the “Peter Pan paradox”—where their authority rises as maturity lags. He encourages leaders to listen, coach, and view Gen Z as “the sandpaper on my leadership I didn’t know I needed,” helping refine and strengthen today’s leaders.
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Akil Thompson emphasizes the importance of discerning between good ideas and God ideas, recognizing that authentic vision must flow from divine direction rather than personal ambition. He highlights how preparation and faithful stewardship open doors for God-given opportunities, while neglect hinders growth. Thompson describes organizational leadership as the practical outworking of spiritual alignment—where administration and systems act as the “sails” that catch the Spirit’s wind. He encourages leaders to focus on their strengths, delegate with trust, and empower others through modeling, mentoring, and releasing responsibility—cultivating shared success and freedom to pursue God’s calling.
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Dr. Tom Trimble explains how technology weakens bonding social capital—our closest relationships—by replacing real connection with digital interaction. Families often sit together yet remain isolated on their devices. Citing Sherry Turkle and Cal Newport, Trimble urges people to “prioritize your presence,” being fully present with those nearby. He warns of the attention economy, where users become the product, and emphasizes practicing self-control, setting boundaries, and using technology intentionally to preserve meaningful relationships and spiritual well-being.
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In this episode, Ryan sits down with Charles and Stacey Robinette for an honest, story-driven conversation about marriage, quiet drift, and what it takes to build lasting connection. Drawing from their personal journey and new book, they talk about unspoken expectations, avoided conversations, and the moment every couple eventually faces when something has to change. This episode offers hope and practical insight for couples who love each other deeply but want to lead their marriage with greater intention before distance grows.
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Dr. Tim Elmore explains how Gen Z challenges leaders to grow, calling them “the sandpaper on my leadership I didn’t know I needed.” He addresses myths about Gen Z—like lacking work ethic or loyalty—showing these are misunderstandings rooted in unseen struggles and shifting values. Elmore highlights that Gen Z values connection over position in authority and loyalty to people over institutions. He stresses the power of listening, sharing a personal story about reconnecting with his daughter, and discusses how to give feedback that maintains trust without coddling or harshness.
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Akil Thompson spoke about embracing the process of growth and transformation, explaining that everything in God’s kingdom begins in seed form and must go through cultivation, pruning, and development. He shared his personal journey of leaving a successful banking career after God called him into full-time ministry, emphasizing obedience and faith. Through that season, he learned that true leadership begins with self-leadership—managing one’s mind, will, and emotions with humility and awareness—so that inner life aligns with God’s purpose and doesn’t “leak” under pressure or ego.
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Dr. Tom Trimble emphasizes the urgent need to regain control over technology, clarifying that he is not against it but believes it must be managed intentionally. Drawing from Marshall McLuhan’s idea that “the medium is the message” and Neil Postman’s view that technological change is ecological, he explains that smartphones have transformed every aspect of life—family, worship, and even prayer. Reflecting on his late son Anthony’s words, Trimble shares a powerful lesson: after all the time spent on our devices, “nobody even wants my phone.” Mortality, he notes, brings clarity about what truly matters—God, relationships, and purpose.
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In this conversation, Ryan Franklin and Dr. David Bernard explore the concept of visionary leadership within the church. Dr. Bernard shares his insights on how to discern a God-given vision, the importance of unity among leaders, and the role of effective communication in fostering a culture of growth. He emphasizes the significance of apostolic identity in church growth and offers practical advice on handling disagreements and encouraging spiritual depth. The discussion culminates in a call for leaders to focus on their core group and to embrace servant leadership as a means to fulfill their God-sized vision.
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Dr. Gregg Makin explains the importance of right-brain, heart-to-heart connection in ministry and leadership. He outlines three keys for relational impact—attunement, emotional connection, and grace—emphasizing that empathy must precede truth for real transformation. Makin also describes his six-month NeuroChange Institute training program, which integrates neuroscience, coaching, and the example of Jesus to help leaders create corrective relational experiences. The program, provisionally approved by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), equips pastors and coaches to foster deeper emotional attunement and lasting change in others.
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Dr. Tim Elmore shares lessons from his early years with John Maxwell, who taught him leadership essentials like “off-the-platform charisma” and big-picture thinking. These experiences inspired his passion for developing young leaders. In his book The Future Begins with Z, Elmore explores Generation Z’s unique challenges and potential in the workforce, introducing the “Peter Pan paradox”—where their authority rises as maturity lags. He encourages leaders to listen, coach, and view Gen Z as “the sandpaper on my leadership I didn’t know I needed,” helping refine and strengthen today’s leaders.
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This brief Christmas episode is a heartfelt conversation with pastors and ministry leaders about navigating one of the busiest seasons of the year. Ryan shares simple, practical ways to rest well, handle relational tension with grace and truth, and enter the new year with renewed clarity. A short, honest reminder that you don’t have to carry December alone, and that God is far nearer than you sometimes feel.
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Akil Thompson spoke about true spiritual leadership as aligning completely with God’s agenda rather than one’s own. He shared personal experiences of dying to self, surrendering ambition, and learning that God values character over ministry success. Thompson described seasons where God withheld permission to plan, teaching him obedience and dependence on the Spirit’s leading. Through these lessons, he realized leadership means guiding others away from self-interest and toward God’s kingdom purpose, emphasizing that obedience and humility—not personal achievement—define success in God’s eyes.
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In this conversation, Dr. Tom Trimble discusses his book exploring the intersection of sociology, technology, and theology in digital communication. He introduces the STAIRS framework—Self-control, Theology of communication, Anxiety, Identity, Relationships, and Spirituality—to address how technology shapes human behavior, empathy, and faith. Trimble emphasizes applying biblical principles to online interactions, warning of the spiritual and emotional costs of digital dependence and urging believers to reclaim attention, empathy, and relationship with God and others in the digital age.
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Dr. Gregg Makin shares his journey through a season of deep depression that revealed unprocessed emotions and loneliness beneath his successful ministry life. He explains how growing up in an environment that dismissed feelings led him to rely on logic and spiritual effort rather than emotional connection. Through counseling, self-awareness, and building a supportive “life team,” he learned to process old emotional patterns, connect authentically, and find healing. Makin highlights how unprocessed experiences resurface until they are addressed through relational safety, empathy, and right-brain connection.
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In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Show, Ryan tackles a difficult but necessary subject—egotism in leadership. Pastor Josh Melancon joins the conversation to openly share his own battle with ego and the destructive patterns it can create in ministry. Drawing from his new book Mark of the Least, Josh explains how pride and insecurity can distort a leader’s calling, and how biblical humility offers the path to real transformation. This honest and practical discussion will challenge every leader to examine their heart and embrace the kind of humility that sustains lasting influence.
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As a wife, mom, foster parent, staff minister, and traveling preacher, Mandy Holloway prioritizes her family, submits to her husband and pastors, and guards her time with prayer, worship, and intentional living. She avoids distractions like social media, leans on spiritual accountability, and invests in her health to sustain her calling. One of her most impactful ministry moments came in Uganda, where she confronted a violent demonic manifestation, prayed with authority in Jesus’ name, and witnessed the woman delivered and filled with the Holy Ghost—an experience that confirmed her confidence in the power given to every believer.
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Dr. Margaret Banks-Butler shares findings from her research on Apostolic Millennials, noting their desire for meaningful engagement, authenticity, mentorship, and involvement in ministry. She explains that while young people are happy in their faith, they expect educated and relational leaders who can guide them with both truth and grace. Transitioning into her book, she unpacks “flow” as the intersection of divine assignment, gifting, and God’s timing. Drawing from psychology and ministry, she stresses that leaders thrive when serving in their true calling and that valuing diverse roles within the church creates stronger, Spirit-led teamwork.
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Every generation faces new challenges, but the core of leadership never changes. In this special episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Show, Ryan Franklin brings together over 100 years of leadership wisdom from five remarkable voices over this past year: Dr. John Townsend, Joel Urshan, Dr. Brent Coltharp, Charles Robinette, and Cortt Chavis.
Through stories of pressure, purpose, and prayer, these leaders share powerful insights on humility, calling, relationships, and faith, the kind of wisdom that helps you lead from a place of strength and surrender. Whether you’re a pastor, business leader, or ministry volunteer, this compilation will remind you that real leadership begins and ends with faithfulness.
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Dr. Gregg Makin emphasizes the power of relational connection in emotional and spiritual healing. He explains that true transformation happens through empathy, presence, and right-brain, heart-level connection rather than logical advice. Drawing from Jesus’ interactions with the bleeding woman and the woman at the well, he illustrates how grace, safety, and genuine understanding can calm the nervous system, heal emotional wounds, and create lasting change.
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Mandy Holloway describes battling fear and depending on God’s anointing, prayer, and Scripture to minister boldly. She recounts how local work (juvenile facilities, prisons) led to international opportunities, foster care, and many baptisms. Emphasizing surrender and obedience, she argues ministry isn’t an elite gift but every believer’s commission, urging people to ask God who they are. She calls herself a “voice crying in the wilderness,” preparing others to meet Jesus.
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This conversation with Dr. Margaret Banks-Butler unpacks her book’s statement: “Flow is the place of your divine assignment and the sweet spot of your anointing.” She explains that spiritual flow is not just about performance but about placement—where calling, gifting, purpose, and God’s timing converge. Drawing from psychology’s concept of “flow,” she relates it to ministry, emphasizing that leaders thrive when they serve from their true God-given design rather than forced roles. Dr. Banks-Butler highlights the importance of team dynamics, personality styles, and respecting diverse giftings, showing that effective ministry requires valuing each member’s unique place in the body of Christ.
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In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Show, Ryan sits down with Dr. Tim Elmore to talk about his new book, The Future Begins with Z: Nine Strategies to Lead Generation Z As They Upset the Workplace. Dr. Elmore unpacks the unique challenges and opportunities Gen Z brings to the table, from the “Peter Pan Paradox” to shifting expectations around feedback, communication, and mental health. With practical strategies and encouraging insight, this conversation will help pastors and leaders move from frustration to curiosity—and discover how leading Gen Z can actually make us better leaders.
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Ryan Franklin teaches on four major barriers to healthy relationships: pride, past wounds, unhealthy patterns, and emotional exhaustion. He explains how each one creates distance—whether through walls we build, hurts we carry, habits we tolerate, or energy we deplete. Using biblical examples like Elijah, Franklin highlights the importance of humility, healing, healthy rhythms, and rest. His central message is that reconnection doesn’t begin when others change—it begins when we choose to change, steward our emotional health, and model genuine relational connection.
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Mandy Holloway shares her passion for prison ministry, recounting a powerful moment where women rejected lies of the enemy, embraced their identity in Christ, and experienced deliverance, healing, and the Holy Ghost. She stresses that reaching the lost, caring for the broken, and living out the Gospel is not a “special calling” for a select few but a commission for every believer, rooted in obedience and love for Jesus.
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Dr. Margaret Banks-Butler shares how faith, love, and neuroscience intersect in healing and leadership. She emphasizes the power of scripture, prayer, and relational support in restoring hope, while also highlighting the value of education and scientific insight. Her message encourages leaders to overcome burnout by “re-words” such as reconnect, repent, and release, guiding them toward renewal, spiritual growth, and advancing the Kingdom of God.
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In this episode, Pastor Akil Thompson introduces The Leadership Sweet Spot—a model that brings self-leadership, spiritual leadership, and organizational leadership into balance. When leaders find this sweet spot, they grow stronger, lead healthier, and create churches that thrive. If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin or out of rhythm, this conversation will show you how to grow yourself so you can grow the church.
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Ryan Franklin teaches on relational barriers in leadership, showing how pride subtly builds walls through silence, unforgiveness, and the need to be right, while humility builds bridges by making the first move. He also highlights how past wounds, if left unhealed, can shape relationships, leadership, and culture—using Joseph’s story in Genesis 50 as an example. Franklin emphasizes that unhealed pain often bleeds into interactions, distorts perceptions, and creates invisible barriers, but healing and reconnection are possible through humility and honest self-reflection.
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Pastor Darrell Johns explains that the earliest warning sign against ineffective leadership is realizing that solo leadership is unbiblical. He shares how God reminded him that while a church may outgrow his personal abilities, it can never outgrow his vision—prompting him to lead with openness and empower others. Johns reflects on releasing talented staff, even when it’s difficult, and valuing long-term relationships. He defines a “dream team” as faithful, committed people who serve Christ, the church, and each other, are dependable in any circumstance, respect family priorities, and work together with a willingness to do whatever it takes.
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Pastor Luke St.Clair unpacks the practice of praying over the spirit, soul, and body, emphasizing full submission to God as essential for fruitful and effective leadership. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 5:23 and the tabernacle model of prayer, he outlines a structured, scripture-based approach that deepens spiritual alignment. St.Clair highlights the difference between gifts and fruit, urging leaders to prioritize internal growth over external validation. He encourages consistency in prayer, not as ritual, but as a pathway to transformation—affirming that structure helps eliminate excuses and cultivates a lifestyle of daily surrender and spiritual clarity.
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In this episode of the Christian Leader Made Simple Show, Dr. Tom Trimble joins Ryan Franklin to unpack his book Digital Dominion. Together they explore how technology, especially smartphones and social media, is shaping our minds, families, and faith in ways we often don’t notice. From powerful personal stories to the STAIRS framework, Dr. Trimble offers biblical wisdom and practical steps for keeping technology a tool for the Kingdom rather than a trap for the soul. This conversation will challenge you to reclaim your time, refocus your relationships, and live under God’s dominion in a digital world.
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In this moving reflection, Andy Ferguson shares how the intense trials of 2024—including his recovery from illness, his wife's spine surgery, and his mother's stroke—could have derailed him. Instead, he experienced God's sustaining grace through the support of his church, friends, and strangers. Despite physical and emotional challenges, Andy stayed anchored in his calling and found deeper intimacy with God. He testifies to the peace, provision, and spiritual growth that came through suffering, emphasizing that hardship drew his family into a richer, more personal relationship with God—one marked by gratitude, transformation, and enduring faith.
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Pastor Darrell Johns discusses common pitfalls leaders face when building teams, such as placing unprepared or unfaithful individuals in trusted roles, avoiding necessary confrontations, failing to provide training or resources, overworking staff, neglecting morale, and lacking accountability or feedback. He emphasizes honoring volunteers, creating clear expectations, and avoiding micromanagement by fostering a healthy culture, extending grace for mistakes, and distinguishing between systemic issues and human error. Johns shares personal insights as a self-described “recovering perfectionist,” underscoring the need to release control and empower team members while still providing oversight when needed.
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Pastor Luke St.Clair shares how prayer is both a personal and pastoral lifeline, helping him preach, lead, and stay grounded. He describes lifting the Word in prayer as a way to build faith, fight anxiety, and resist isolation—especially for leaders facing emotional and spiritual pressure. By consistently praying over the mind, body, and spirit with scripture, leaders are renewed and realigned with God’s truth. St.Clair emphasizes that spiritual connection with God and community is vital for resilience, reminding us we were created for both divine and human touch.
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What if insight and truth alone aren’t enough to create real transformation? In this episode of the Christian Leader Made Simple Show, Dr. Gregg Makin unpacks the neuroscience of lasting change and why so many leaders find themselves frustrated when people stay stuck despite powerful sermons, wise counsel, or deep conversations. With over 40 years of experience training and equipping leaders, Gregg explains how the brain processes experience, why early memories still shape present reactions, and how true transformation happens “below the waterline.” He introduces practical tools like Corrective Relational Experiences and mismatching moments that rewire the brain through safe, grace-filled relationships. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, or Christian professional, this conversation will give you fresh perspective on how to move beyond advice-giving and help people experience change that truly lasts.
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Relational Nutrients Chart (referenced in the podcast):
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https://youtu.be/JGHNMcDp4Bw?si=0Ak13eIWEO0fAdr3
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In this heartfelt account, Andy Ferguson shares his miraculous healing from Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome at a youth camp and reflects on how it shaped his lifelong faith. He contrasts that instant miracle with his ongoing battle with Addison’s disease, emphasizing how both experiences deepened his trust in God. Despite physical weakness, Andy testifies to supernatural peace and divine provision. He encourages pastors and leaders facing illness or burnout to hold fast to their calling, reminding them that God equips and sustains those He chooses—even in the valley. His story is one of enduring faith, healing, and unwavering hope.
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Pastor Darrell Johns shares enduring team-building principles from his extensive leadership experience, stressing that team ministry is a biblical conviction, not a style. He encourages leaders to invest in a few, build core disciples, and pray for God-called laborers. Offering practical steps for those feeling overwhelmed, he underscores the importance of prioritizing God, marriage, family, and ministry, and concludes with a prayer of encouragement for leaders facing challenges in their work for God’s Kingdom.
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Pastor Luke St.Clair shares how his passion for prayer and his book The Whole Man were shaped by a lifelong culture of revival and dedicated prayer modeled by his evangelist parents. He explains the need for structured, scripture-based prayer to help believers—especially leaders—cultivate spiritual depth. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 5:23, he describes praying over the spirit, soul, and body as an act of full submission to God. By making the Word a daily part of prayer, believers can clearly hear God’s voice and bear spiritual fruit as a natural outflow of a wholly surrendered life.
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What happens when someone gives Jesus their full and unconditional “yes”? In this powerful episode, Ryan sits down with evangelist Mandy Holloway — a woman whose life and ministry are fueled by radical obedience to the Great Commission. From the prison to the pulpit, from Uganda to Ireland to the Philippines, Mandy shares what keeps her passion burning 23 years after her salvation. You’ll hear stories of healing, deliverance, and bold Kingdom work — all rooted in the simple Gospel. Whether you’re in local ministry or dreaming of the nations, this episode will reignite your calling and remind you that the same Jesus who saves also sends.
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In this emotional and powerful testimony, Andy Ferguson recounts a life-threatening health crisis in 2023 while traveling for ministry. After months of exhaustion, unexplained symptoms, and drastic weight loss, he was diagnosed with Addison’s disease. Despite critically low sodium levels and being near death, Andy experienced supernatural peace during a 9-day ICU stay. Surrounded by trauma and chaos, he describes the overwhelming presence of God that sustained his spirit, even as his body failed. His story highlights God’s nearness in suffering and the sustaining power of divine peace amid life’s darkest valleys.
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In this moving conversation, Kristen Ellis reflects on the power of the "ministry of presence," especially in chaplaincy with law enforcement. She shares how simply being available—offering peace, empathy, and acceptance—can be transformative. Kristen emphasizes the emotional and spiritual toll of high-stress professions and the importance of creating safe, judgment-free spaces. She draws from both Scripture and personal experience to highlight how Spirit-led empathy and silent support can communicate deep care, healing, and dignity—without needing to fix or preach, just by showing up.
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In this heartfelt interview, Dr. Gary Chapman emphasizes the biblical foundation of apology, forgiveness, and personal responsibility in marriage. He outlines practical steps for couples to rebuild trust and reconnect, starting with self-examination and genuine repentance. Chapman highlights the importance of speaking each other’s love language and serving one another selflessly, echoing Christ’s example. He offers encouragement to struggling couples—especially pastors and leaders—urging them not to lose hope but to seek help, rely on God’s guidance, and commit to love as a choice that can transform even the most broken relationships.
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What if true leadership isn’t about doing more—but about flowing from a place of alignment with God? In this rich conversation, Dr. Margaret Banks-Butler—author, speaker, and seasoned prayer leader—joins Ryan to explore the spiritual dynamics of the flow state and how it transforms the way we lead. Drawing from her book Spiritual Flow State, Dr. Butler explains how obedience, inward elevation, and divine assignment create space for Spirit-led momentum. Plus, she shares key findings from her research on why Apostolic Millennials stay in the church—and what leaders must understand to keep the next generation rooted in truth. If you’re feeling out of sync or spiritually depleted, this episode will help you realign and lead from the place of grace.
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In this heartfelt conversation, Kristen Ellis explores the deep emotional and spiritual toll experienced by law enforcement and the vital role of chaplains and ministers in supporting them. She highlights the power of empathy, presence, and simply being available in moments of crisis or grief. Drawing from personal experiences, Ellis illustrates how ministry and chaplaincy are uniquely equipped to meet people in their pain, offering safety, compassion, and understanding. Her reflections emphasize that presence—not preaching—is often the most Christlike response in dark or difficult moments.
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In this conversation, Dr. Carl Wilson shares 10 principles for “fighting fair” in relationships, emphasizing emotional control, respectful communication, and seeking resolution over victory. He urges leaders to model the behavior they want to see, using tools like “I” statements, setting ground rules, and staying focused on the issue—not the person. His advice applies beyond marriage to leadership, churches, and workplaces, improving relationships by at least 50% when practiced consistently.
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In this powerful conversation, Dr. Gary Chapman shares the origin story behind The 5 Love Languages, rooted in decades of marriage counseling. He recounts the pivotal moment he realized people express and receive love in different ways, leading to his breakthrough framework. Chapman discusses how this simple concept has transformed relationships globally, with over 20 million copies sold and translations in 50+ languages. He also reflects on its broader application beyond marriage—including in the workplace—and addresses common misunderstandings, emphasizing that love languages are about meeting the other person’s emotional needs, not just getting your own met.
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Many Christian leaders feel stuck—not because they lack vision or effort—but because unseen barriers quietly sabotage their ability to connect. In this solo episode, Ryan Franklin uncovers four powerful yet often hidden barriers that disrupt relationships and weaken influence: pride, past wounds, poor patterns, and emotional exhaustion. With honest storytelling and biblical insight, he reveals how these walls form, how they affect your leadership, and how to start dismantling them—one intentional step at a time. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from those you lead or love, this episode will help you reclaim the relational strength your ministry needs. Tune in and learn why reconnection doesn’t start with them… it starts with you.
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In this powerful reflection, Kristen Ellis shares a deeply personal encounter with the Ohio State Highway Patrol following a traumatic incident. She emphasizes the profound impact of simply showing up—what she calls the "ministry of presence." Drawing from her role as a chaplain, Ellis highlights the sacred responsibility of being present in crisis, supporting first responders not just through words, but through compassion, proximity, and spiritual sensitivity. Her story underscores the vital connection between ministry and community service, especially in supporting those who serve on the front lines.
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In this powerful conversation, Dr. Carl Wilson explores the deeper layers of conflict resolution, focusing on how apologies, validation, and emotional maturity shape healthy relationships. He explains that true remorse is shown through behavioral change—not just words—and emphasizes learning each other's "apology language." Dr. Wilson advocates for giving others a dignified way out of conflict, using active listening techniques like OARS (Open-ended questions, Affirmation, Reflection, and Summary) to foster understanding. By approaching conflict as a partnership rather than a competition, he underscores the importance of empathy, grace, and long-term relational growth over short-term wins.
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This transcript features Scott Graham offering encouragement and wisdom to pastors and church leaders. He addresses feelings of inadequacy in ministry, emphasizing God’s intentional calling and the importance of dependence on Him. Graham urges pastors not to compare themselves to others, to sharpen their skills while trusting God, and to focus on glorifying the King. He also discusses the modern challenge of cultivating commitment among church members, noting cultural shifts and encouraging leaders to model, preach, and patiently mentor commitment rather than trying to force it.
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In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Show, Ryan Franklin sits down with Pastor Darrell Johns—Assistant General Superintendent of the UPCI and longtime pastor of Atlanta West Pentecostal Church—to talk about one of the most critical (and often overlooked) aspects of church leadership: building a dream team. With decades of experience in local and organizational ministry, Pastor Johns unpacks practical and biblical insights on why team ministry matters, what makes it work, and how leaders can overcome fear and insecurity to develop others. Whether you’re a solo pastor feeling stretched thin or a leader wanting to take your team to the next level, this conversation will equip and encourage you to multiply your impact—one team member at a time.
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In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Clay Jackson reflects on humility, holiness, and the deep personal cost of authentic ministry. Drawing from his own missteps and growth, he emphasizes God's relentless call to integrity, the importance of spiritual maturity, and the need for the Church to resist commercialization. Dr. Jackson challenges leaders to prioritize mission over image, authenticity over performance, and Spirit-led labor over mere excellence. With candid insights and pastoral wisdom, he calls for a return to the heart of the gospel—where character, not charisma, sustains effective, Christlike leadership.
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In this insightful conversation, Dr. Carl Wilson discusses emotional intelligence and conflict resolution in relationships, emphasizing the importance of being intentionally present when listening—especially for those with fast-moving thoughts like individuals with ADHD. He explains how true listening involves slowing down, withholding immediate reactions, and allowing emotional expression without taking it personally. Dr. Wilson highlights strategies like containment, proportional response, and attacking the behavior—not the person—to foster healthier communication. With humility and practical wisdom, he underscores that resolving conflict takes maturity, patience, and practice.
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In this powerful and deeply personal testimony, Scott Graham recounts his life-changing call to ministry, sparked by a sermon at youth camp and affirmed by a final, prophetic moment with his dying grandfather. He shares the emotional cost of leaving a secure future to follow God’s calling and emphasizes the importance of anchor moments that affirm one’s purpose during difficult times. Graham reflects on the challenges of early ministry, particularly impatience in studying scripture, and stresses that spiritual depth and anointing are often born from personal sacrifice, suffering, and lived experience—not instant results.
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In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Show, Pastor Luke St.Clair joins us to explore what it means to pray as a whole man—spirit, soul, and body. Drawing from his book The Whole Man, Pastor St. Clair unpacks a powerful framework of praying Scripture, hearing God’s voice clearly, and creating a consistent rhythm of prayer in the middle of leadership demands. We talk about everything from the Tabernacle model of prayer to renewing strength through prayer over the body—and how leaders can carry the right burdens while laying down the wrong ones. If you’ve ever felt spiritually dry, overwhelmed, or just stuck in your prayer life, this conversation will point you back to clarity and connection with God.
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In this powerful reflection, Dr. Clay Jackson shares the personal and professional journey that inspired his book on church leadership. Drawing from his experiences as a physician, pastor, and scholar, he explores how shifts in cultural attitudes toward authority and integrity sparked his conviction that the church needs a leadership reset. Motivated by witnessing both effective and failed leadership, he emphasizes the importance of humility, consistency, and servant-hearted influence rooted in the New Testament. His work calls for a deeper, context-aware, spiritually grounded approach to leading well—beginning at home and extending outward into all areas of life and ministry.
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In this heartfelt conversation, Juan Lopez shares the deep lessons he's learned in leadership, discipleship, and identity. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing that only God can save, while we’re called to love, serve, and point others to Him. Juan reflects on the freedom found in embracing his unique calling, rather than chasing roles or titles. Through his work at Calvary Tabernacle, he’s learned to value obedience over comparison and to find his identity not in position or success, but in being a child of God, faithfully walking in the role God created him for.
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Dr. Brent Coltharp shares the key habits behind sustained excellence in leadership—personal growth, humility, reflection, and a relentless commitment to improvement. Emphasizing the importance of enjoying the journey, not just the results, he encourages leaders to view the daily grind as part of the "good work." With a heart for the Kingdom and a passion for development, Dr. Coltharp reminds us that growth is both a personal and organizational responsibility—and that every faithful step forward matters.
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Worship pastor and guitarist Andy Ferguson has spent over 25 years leading others into the presence of God—but behind the songs is a story of perseverance through deep valleys. In this episode, Andy opens up about his sudden health crisis, the peace of God that met him in a hospital room, and what it means to keep serving even when your strength is gone. He shares about a miraculous healing in his twenties, the legacy of a mother who chose life, and the lessons of long-term leadership in one church. If you’re a leader battling illness, discouragement, or just the weight of ministry—this conversation will remind you that God still meets us in the valley.
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In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, Scott Graham emphasizes the importance of personal Bible study for spiritual growth, rather than solely for sermon preparation. He discusses the value of deepening one’s spiritual well through study, the benefits of using tools like Logos Bible software, and his cautious stance on AI in sermon writing. While acknowledging AI’s usefulness for tasks like illustrations or visuals, he warns against relying on it for sermon content, stressing the sacred responsibility of preaching and the need for genuine, personal engagement with scripture.
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In this moving account, Juan Lopez recalls hitting rock bottom at 18, facing a 20-year prison sentence, and crying out to God for the first time. He reflects on the powerful influence of his mother, whose unwavering faith, prayer, and love planted seeds in his heart. Despite growing up in chaos and addiction, her transformation and devotion inspired him to seek hope. In jail, Juan realized the root of his destructive behavior and asked God for help, marking the beginning of his spiritual awakening and life change.
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In this candid and deeply personal conversation, Dr. Clay Jackson emphasizes the primacy of character over gifting in spiritual leadership. He shares insights on humility, accountability, and integrity, urging leaders to submit to sanctification and surround themselves with trusted voices. Drawing from both pastoral and medical experiences, he illustrates the power of spiritual discernment through proximity and consistency. Jackson encourages leaders to be the same person in every context, letting the Spirit shape them for lasting impact, and highlights humility as the foundational trait for growth, learning, and true leadership.
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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gary Chapman — the best-selling author of The 5 Love Languages® — to explore the timeless truths behind building lasting, loving relationships. I'm excited to find out the fascinating story of how he discovered the concept of love languages, the global impact of his work, and practical insights for couples who may feel disconnected or discouraged. We'll also dive into Dr. Chapman’s newest book, A Simple Guide for a Better Marriage, and the life-changing difference between viewing marriage as a covenant versus a contract. Whether you're married, preparing for marriage, or leading others who are, this conversation is full of wisdom, encouragement, and biblical perspective you won't want to miss.
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Dr. Brent Coltharp shares his honest journey of learning to rest, play, and prioritize family while leading in multiple demanding roles. He emphasizes the importance of intentionality—blocking vacation time, setting weekly family rhythms, and adjusting expectations with changing seasons of life. From gym time with his teenage son to structured family dinners with conversation starters, Dr. Coltharp highlights how presence, even in simple moments, fosters meaningful connection and balance in leadership and life.
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In this powerful testimony, Juan Lopez shares how the unwavering love and mentorship of Jim Sliva helped lead him from a life of addiction, crime, and prison to transformation through Christ. Despite taking advantage of Jim’s kindness, Juan was moved by his consistent love and support. He recounts how prison became a turning point, where mentorship and God's grace reshaped his life. Today, Juan passionately mentors others, driven by his experiences and the redemptive power of God's love.
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In this heartfelt and insightful discussion, Dr. Clay Jackson reflects on the dynamic between Spirit-led living and institutionalized church structures. He emphasizes the balance of word and work in Christian ministry, the importance of walking with people through life, and the challenge of restoring apostolic momentum. Jackson critiques the historical shift from Spirit-empowered leadership to hierarchical control and calls for a renewed embrace of diverse spiritual giftings, authentic discipleship, and Spirit-led leadership in the modern church.
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In this episode, Ryan sits down with Kristen Ellis, pastor, teacher, and FBI chaplain. Kristen shares her remarkable journey into chaplaincy, including her firsthand experience supporting federal agents during the tragic 8/11 event. She unpacks the life-changing principle of the "ministry of presence" and offers wisdom on leading with empathy, especially in times of crisis. Kristen also speaks to the vital role of community involvement in leadership and provides practical advice for leaders who feel disconnected or overwhelmed. Tune in to be inspired by Kristen’s story and to discover how simply showing up can make all the difference in your leadership impact.
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Jerron Carney discusses the crisis of absent fathers in families and the church, emphasizing how shame and past mistakes often silence men from leading. He highlights the need for a culture of grace and truth, where mentorship and support help men reclaim their roles. The conversation explores masculinity, arguing that true strength includes both authority and compassion. Carney advocates for an environment where men can heal, grow, and lead with confidence, balancing love with accountability. The discussion challenges the overcorrection of masculinity in modern culture while emphasizing the importance of strong, nurturing leadership in faith and family.
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The Critical Role of Sleep in Leadership Health
Daniel Butler shares groundbreaking insights on the importance of sleep, emphasizing that proper rest is even more vital than exercise for overall well-being. Drawing from research by NASA and renowned psychologist Dr. Archibald Hart, he explains how sleep directly impacts brain health, stress management, and long-term cognitive function. He highlights how insufficient sleep leads to depression, memory decline, and even structural brain damage. Butler stresses that leaders, particularly pastors, must prioritize rest, including taking extended breaks, to prevent burnout. His message is clear: sustainable leadership requires intentional recovery, and sleep is a non-negotiable key to finishing well.
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Tim Gaddy discusses the dangers of insecurity and the need for affirmation in leadership. He warns against relying too much on external validation, which can lead to unhealthy decision-making. Instead, he encourages leaders to find security in their relationship with God and seek feedback from trusted mentors and peers. Using the parable of the talents, he illustrates how insecurity can cause leaders to hold back rather than step into their full potential. Tim challenges leaders to develop confidence in their calling while remaining open to constructive guidance.
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In this powerful episode, Ryan sits down with Dr. Carl Wilson to unpack his popular lesson, Fighting Fair in Love and Relationships. Whether you're navigating marriage, ministry, or leadership, these 10 steps to handling conflict can transform the way you communicate. From taking it private to keeping it real, from listening to understanding to knowing when to walk away—Dr. Wilson brings wisdom, vulnerability, and practical insight rooted in both science and scripture. Don’t miss this fast-paced, honest conversation that could radically improve your relationships and leadership effectiveness.
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Dr. Brent Coltharp champions a leadership style rooted in service, understanding, and intentional growth. Whether guiding his wife, children, or team members, he seeks to recognize their unique wiring, personalities, and callings. By embracing open communication, “carefrontation,” and tools like DISC or Enneagram assessments, he creates space for others to thrive. His leadership is marked by adaptability, mutual respect, and a commitment to building strong, interdependent teams—at home, in ministry, and across multiple organizations. For Dr. Coltharp, true success is seeing those around him flourish in their God-given purpose.
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Charles Robinette emphasizes the necessity of submission to spiritual authority in discerning God's will. He shares how seeking counsel from a trusted man of God provides clarity, accountability, and protection from blind spots. Robinette highlights the importance of honoring spiritual leadership, even when it means reshaping or delaying personal dreams. He contrasts his own radical, high-energy nature with the wisdom of having structured guidance, acknowledging that true spiritual success requires both passion and submission. Ultimately, he stresses that submission ensures longevity in ministry, safeguards one’s calling, and brings confidence in walking in alignment with God’s purpose.
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Jerron Carney is a passionate pastor and leader dedicated to strengthening men, families, and the church through accountability and spiritual growth. He advocates for radical accountability, emphasizing honesty, daily check-ins, and deep relationships to help men overcome struggles like pornography and anger. Carney believes in fostering a church culture where difficult topics are addressed with grace and support. His approach prioritizes transparency, biblical discipline, and community, encouraging men to break free from isolation and build lasting spiritual habits. Through his leadership, he aims to equip individuals and families with the tools needed for long-term transformation and healing.
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In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast, Ryan Franklin sits down with Scott Graham, General Secretary of the United Pentecostal Church International, to explore the high calling of preaching and the power of studying God’s Word. Scott shares defining moments from his early ministry, including personal struggles that shaped his approach to Scripture. Together, they discuss practical study habits, common pitfalls pastors face, and how to balance sermon preparation with personal spiritual growth. With decades of experience and a gift for communicating truth, Scott offers encouragement and wisdom to help pastors deepen their love for the Word and lead with eternal impact.
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Faith, Mental Illness, and the Power of Endurance
Daniel Butler shares the deeply moving story of his wife’s battle with severe mental illness and rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting the intersection of faith, medical intervention, and resilience. Despite being undiagnosable after extensive psychiatric evaluations, her condition mirrored demonic possession but was ultimately severe psychological distress. After years of searching, a medication regimen finally provided some relief, though at great physical cost. Through her unshakable faith and determination, she outlived medical predictions and continued walking despite immense suffering. Butler’s testimony underscores the complexities of mental health, the endurance of faith, and the unseen ways in which God provides.
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Tim Gaddy highlights the importance of recognizing personal strengths and aligning them with one’s calling. He encourages leaders to lean into their strengths while also embracing challenges that foster growth. Using his own experiences, he explains how surrounding yourself with capable people can enhance leadership effectiveness. He warns against complacency, stressing that leaders must continuously learn, read, and refine their skills. Tim reminds leaders that the kingdom of God is always growing, and they should embody that same mindset to remain effective.
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Charles Robinette emphasizes the importance of walking in the Spirit and intentionally prioritizing prayer and spiritual relationships. He warns that surrounding oneself with unstable or faithless individuals can disrupt one's spiritual clarity. Drawing from biblical teachings and neuroscience, he highlights how relationships shape spiritual growth. Robinette encourages believers to assess their influences, embrace seasonal relationships, and transition to new ones that align with their calling. He advocates for organic, healthy separations rather than burning bridges, fostering spiritual maturity and positive transformation in both oneself and others.
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In this episode, we sit down with Juan Lopez to explore his incredible journey from incarceration to becoming an inspirational church leader. You'll hear about Juan's early life struggles and the pivotal moment that led him to embrace faith. This is important because it shows how transformation is possible for anyone. Juan shares how his mother's spiritual journey influenced his path to ministry and how his experiences with addiction and recovery shape his leadership today. Join us to discover practical ways to find hope and purpose in your own life.
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Charles Robinette discusses cultivating a prophetic prayer life with intentionality, faith, and identity in Christ. He emphasizes declaring God’s promises with certainty rather than pleading, aligning prayer with biblical truths. Robinette explains the importance of seeding one’s spirit with God’s word, comparing it to planting and nurturing a fruitful field. He contrasts preaching as an art with ministering through demonstration, urging believers to create opportunities for God to fulfill His word. The discussion highlights faith-driven prayer, kingdom vision, and moving from frustration to fulfillment by trusting in God's promises and power.
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Jerron Carney discusses the True Men ministry at Woodlawn, built on four pillars: integrity, courage, faith, and servanthood. He emphasizes that courage is essential for stepping into the unknown and overcoming the fear of failure, which many men, including leaders, struggle with. Carney shares how he gathered 12 men, encouraged mentorship, and empowered them to shape the ministry’s direction. By giving men a seat at the table and valuing their voices, the movement grew organically, fostering ownership, transformation, and a stronger church community.
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Daniel Butler shares his transformative journey of overcoming burnout and prioritizing health after recognizing the warning signs of stress and mild depression. Through a course with renowned psychologist Dr. Archibald Hart, he learned the importance of self-care, recognizing emotional fatigue, and maintaining longevity in leadership. A pivotal shift occurred when he committed to an annual cycling challenge with his brothers, which dramatically improved his health and reinforced the power of exercise. His story highlights the necessity of balancing ministry with personal well-being, ensuring leaders can sustain their calling and, most importantly, finish well.
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In this episode, we dive into the transformative journey of Dr. Clay Jackson, a physician, pastor, and scholar, who believes church leadership needs a reset. We explore why the church shifted from its dynamic, Spirit-led beginnings to a more institutional model and how leaders today can restore that original momentum. This is important because many churches emphasize supernatural gifts but overlook vital leadership gifts. We discuss transitioning from hierarchical to team-based leadership and balancing order with the Holy Spirit's movement. You'll learn practical steps for engaging every church member in the Great Commission and maintaining a healthy life rhythm. Join us for insights that could reshape your leadership approach.
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Tim Gaddy reflects on his leadership journey, recalling how his church plant grew from four people to a thriving congregation. He explains how growth brings both challenges and opportunities, requiring leaders to delegate and develop others. Recognizing stress points and seeking mentorship helped him expand his capacity without burnout. Tim emphasizes the need for intentional decisions to sustain growth, prioritize people, and remain adaptable. His insights provide a roadmap for leaders looking to maximize their influence while staying grounded in their calling.
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Dr. Eugene Wilson shares practical strategies for managing chaos while maintaining balance in life and leadership. He emphasizes emotional intelligence, the importance of structure, and the need to prioritize rest and family time. Using personal anecdotes, Dr. Wilson highlights methods like grounding techniques, daily walks, and creative stress relief to navigate overwhelming seasons. He also underscores the value of vacations and building a supportive "life team" to sustain health and effectiveness. The conversation inspires leaders to recognize their unique stressors and implement strategies to thrive in both personal and professional spheres.
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Daniel McKillop shares his passion for successful leadership transitions, drawing from his personal experience and biblical examples. He explains that leadership isn’t just about building something great—it’s about ensuring it lasts beyond one’s tenure. Daniel emphasizes that every leader is in transition, whether they realize it or not, and must prepare for the future. He reflects on the transition of his own church, which has thrived for over 90 years due to its history of passing leadership effectively. His insights encourage leaders to view transition as an opportunity for growth, ensuring their legacy continues for future generations.
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In this episode, Dr. Brent Coltharp shares his journey as a ministry leader, exploring the importance of effective time management, self-leadership, and continuous learning. He offers practical strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and balance multiple responsibilities while fostering personal growth. Brent emphasizes building confidence and the value of supportive voices in leadership. He also discusses the challenges of balancing family time with ministry duties, stressing the need for intentional conversations and adapting to life’s seasons. Additionally, he highlights the importance of leveraging team strengths, managing disappointments, and cultivating productive relationships. Brent concludes with inspiring insights on continuous improvement in leadership and the importance of enjoying the journey.
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Dr. Eugene Wilson reflects on resilience in leadership through the story of Apostle Paul, who faced immense challenges yet remained steadfast. Drawing from personal prayer and study, Dr. Wilson recounts Paul's journey in Acts, connecting his struggles with his own ministry experiences. He highlights how faith and divine encouragement can sustain leaders through difficult seasons. The message focuses on embracing resilience, trusting God's plan, and finding strength in divine assurance, even when circumstances seem overwhelming.
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Daniel McKillop explores the challenges of leadership transitions, drawing from Elijah and Elisha’s relationship. He explains that even great leaders like Elijah had vulnerabilities, and the transition of leadership required both humility and intentional mentorship. Daniel emphasizes that every leader needs someone from the next generation to walk with them and help them navigate their own struggles. He highlights how Elisha’s presence helped Elijah overcome his deep discouragement, showing that successful transitions require both the wisdom of the past and the energy of the future. Leaders must recognize their own need for mentorship and invest in those coming behind them.
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In this powerful conversation, Ryan Franklin and Charles Robinette dive into the journey of discerning God’s voice, the importance of submission to spiritual authority, and the transformative impact of understanding one’s identity in Christ. They discuss how clarity in hearing God comes through intentional spiritual disciplines, strong mentorship, and relational accountability. Robinette shares personal experiences that emphasize the role of emotional intelligence in leadership, the power of prophetic prayer, and the necessity of overcoming fear, jealousy, and control in ministry. They also explore the value of healthy separations in relationships, the importance of collaboration, and the challenges church leaders face today. Packed with practical wisdom and spiritual insight, this conversation is a must-listen for those seeking to grow in leadership and deepen their connection with God.
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In this episode, Ryan sits down with Pastor Jerron Carney for a powerful conversation on the importance of strong male leadership in the church and community. Jerron shares his personal journey, the influence of strong mentors, and the challenges men face—including absent fathers, shame, and guilt. They discuss the necessity of radical accountability, particularly in overcoming struggles like pornography, and the role of community support in fostering true biblical manhood. Jerron also unpacks the significance of strong marriages, integrity, and redefining success in men’s ministry. If you’re looking for practical strategies to strengthen leadership, build mentorship, and cultivate faith-driven and resilience men, this episode is a must-listen!
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Dr. Daniel Butler shares a heart wrenching journey through personal and family challenges, focusing on his wife’s mental health struggles and how these experiences have reshaped his life and ministry. He speaks openly about the real impact of chronic stress and the importance of caring for both your emotional and physical health. For Daniel, faith isn’t just a comfort—it’s the foundation that helped him lean on community support and find hope during the toughest times. He explains how prioritizing self-care, from getting enough sleep to managing stress, isn’t a luxury but a necessity for living out God’s eternal purpose. His wisdom reminds us that by taking care of ourselves, we’re better equipped to help others, turning life’s challenges into opportunities for growth.
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In this episode, Pastor Cortt Chavis shares his inspiring journey from a military veteran to a passionate church leader and pastor. Cortt discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his decision-making skills and leadership style, emphasizing the importance of personal relationships with God and others. He offers valuable insights on cultivating a culture of effective decision-making within teams and the significance of self-development for young leaders. Tune in for practical advice and powerful stories that will encourage and equip you on your leadership journey.
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Discover seven powerful strategies to transform your ministry in 2025 on this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast. Host Ryan Franklin shares practical insights to help Christian leaders find balance, avoid burnout, and maximize their impact. From developing a sustainable rhythm of life and crafting a clear personal vision to leveraging your strengths and building a personal support team, Ryan provides actionable steps to strengthen your leadership. You’ll also learn how to identify and address leadership derailers and foster a culture of growth within your team. Packed with biblical wisdom and real-life tips, this episode is perfect for pastors, church leaders, and Christian business leaders ready to elevate their ministry and lead with greater purpose and effectiveness.
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In this episode, Tim Gaddy shares his expertise on overcoming common pitfalls and increasing your leadership capacity. With years of experience as a senior pastor and district superintendent, Tim discusses what leadership capacity truly means and how leaders can identify areas for growth. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, taking risks, and maintaining submission to God. Listeners will also gain insights into overcoming challenges like comparison and insecurity, along with practical tools to enhance their leadership potential. Tune in for valuable strategies that can transform your leadership journey!
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In this episode, Ryan welcomes Dr. Cindy Miller, a highly respected pastor, counselor, and professor, to uncover "The Secret to Emotional Strength" for those in ministry and leadership. Dr. Miller shares pivotal experiences from her journey, emphasizing the importance of balance and emotional resilience in the life of a Christian leader. They discuss practical ways to recognize burnout, prioritize emotional well-being, and integrate rest amid a busy ministry schedule. Packed with valuable strategies, this conversation offers essential guidance for leaders seeking to strengthen their emotional foundation and sustain their impact over the long haul.
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Her Self-Care Assessment: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxUQfJF9ROD_W0RZtwvt0XfnvX6aXOn9/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116340170672303751135&rtpof=true&sd=true
Her podcast: https://reflectionsupci.com/series/podcast
Her book (Let’s Talk): https://amzn.to/4ebrax5
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In this exciting episode, Ryan sits down with Dr. John Townsend, renowned psychologist, leadership expert, and New York Times best-selling author. Dr. Townsend shares pivotal moments from his journey and dives deep into the biblical principles of relationships and leadership. They discuss the concept of relational nutrients, how leaders can assess whether their connections are fueling or draining them, and why it's essential for pastors and leaders to receive support as well as give. Packed with practical steps for building life-giving relationships, this episode is a must-listen for Christian leaders seeking to enhance their leadership health and effectiveness.
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TPRAT Assessment: https://tprat.com
People Fuel book: https://amzn.to/3A7mLxc
Relational Nutrients: https://drtownsend.com/relational-nutrients/
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In this episode, join Derald and Karen Weber, District Superintendent and first lady of the Louisiana District, as they share their invaluable insights on transforming church health and growth. With decades of experience in ministry, the Webers discuss key moments in their journey, define what a healthy church looks like, and identify common barriers to growth. Discover practical strategies for prioritizing health while pursuing expansion and hear inspiring success stories from their consulting work. Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or involved in ministry, this episode is filled with wisdom to help you thrive!
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With over 20 years of experience in higher education and ministry, Dr. Fugitt, an expert in leadership and conflict resolution, shares invaluable insights on mastering difficult conversations—a crucial skill for effective leadership. He walks us through an 8-step model designed to facilitate open dialogue and navigate tough discussions with emotional intelligence. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, or Christian business leader, you'll gain practical strategies to create a safe environment for conflict resolution and transform challenging conversations into opportunities for growth. Tune in to learn how to enhance your leadership effectiveness!
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TIPS Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/townsend-institute-podcast-series/id1691401859
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Join us for a great conversation with Dr. Eugene Wilson as we unpack his newest book, Next-Level Leader. In this episode, we explore the essential qualities of effective leadership, including stretchability, resilience, and the challenges of loneliness that many leaders face. Dr. Wilson shares practical strategies for managing chaos and maintaining focus in uncertain times, along with biblical insights that can guide your leadership journey. Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or business professional, you’ll gain valuable tools to elevate your leadership and thrive in your role.
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In this episode, we are joined by Joel Urshan, senior pastor and host of The Fruitful Vine podcast, to explore the impact of the Fruit of the Spirit on effective leadership. Joel unpacks how these spiritual attributes can transform decision-making, enhance communication, and help leaders navigate challenges like loneliness. He shares personal insights and practical steps for integrating the Fruit of the Spirit into daily leadership practices. Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or a business professional, this conversation offers valuable wisdom to elevate your leadership journey and cultivate a thriving community.
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In this episode titled "How to Overcome the Fear of Failure," I dive into one of the most common yet often overlooked challenges that leaders face: the fear of failure. Drawing from my experience in executive coaching and personal struggles, I explore how this fear can silently impact even the most confident and competitive leaders, draining their energy and stalling their progress. I share a personal story of overcoming this fear when launching my leadership podcast and YouTube channel, and I provide practical, faith-based strategies to help you conquer this fear in your own life. Join me as we unpack how God equips us with power, love, and a sound mind to push past fear and fulfill our God-given purpose.
Questions to ask yourself:
Where am I holding back in my life because of fear?
Where do I need to stir up that gift within me?
Take some time to evaluate your power, your love, and your sound mind.
If I had no fear, what would I step into or out of today?
What is that “thing” that I know I should do, but I’m not because of fear?
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In this episode, I sit down with Greg Hackathorn, a passionate church leader, podcaster, and church planter based in Sydney, Australia. Greg shares his journey from the Midwest of the United States to one of the world’s most vibrant cities, Sydney, Australia, where he now balances multiple roles. We dive into how he built The Hacka Podcast into a global success, his experiences in church planting, and his approach to church administration. Greg also offers valuable insights into discovering and pursuing your life’s purpose, along with practical steps to maximize your potential. Whether you’re seeking direction or looking to grow, this conversation is full of inspiration and actionable advice.
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Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hacka-podcast/id1573514380?i=1000663339758
YouTube: https://youtu.be/FkbulUWBK_s?si=k7biCn_kokXfr2dg
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In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Show, we sit down with Ryan Allmon, pastor, church planter, and North American Missions Director of Louisiana. Ryan shares his powerful insights on building people, staying focused on life vision, and leading with purpose. Drawing from his extensive experience in ministry and his structured approach to leadership, Ryan discusses how understanding your God-given purpose can transform the way you serve and lead. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this episode offers practical wisdom on balancing structure with spiritual guidance to make a lasting impact in your ministry. Tune in to be inspired and equipped to lead with intention and clarity.
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pastorallmon@fgupc.net
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In this episode, I dive deep with veteran pastor and acclaimed author Carlton Coon to explore the integral relationship between effective discipleship and church leadership. Carlton shares his insights on nurturing personal growth in leaders, the pivotal role of continuous learning, and how these elements drive church expansion and success. With decades of experience in various leadership capacities, he offers valuable strategies and personal anecdotes on developing leaders and fostering a thriving church environment. Whether you're a ministry leader or someone interested in the dynamics of organizational development, this episode provides essential wisdom on cultivating success through focused discipleship and personal advancement.
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In this episode, "The Fusion of Truth and Grace," we unpack a transformative concept that has deeply impacted my life and ministry. Join me as I share my personal journey of struggling with the balance between grace and truth and how embracing both has changed my relationships and approach to leadership. Through biblical insights and real-life examples, we'll explore how grace without truth leads to immaturity, and truth without grace leads to legalism or rebellion. Discover how the fusion of these two powerful principles can create a healing force, guiding you to a more fulfilling and spiritually mature life.
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Join us as we sit down with Stanley Harvey, General Superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church of Australia and Pastor of the Pentecostals of Sydney. Reverend Harvey shares his insights on leading a vibrant urban church in the heart of Sydney, a city bustling with challenges and opportunities. Discover how he navigates the complexities of urban growth, drives expansion without the conventional resources like ample parking, and implements his visionary leadership to foster both local and national church development. Throughout the discussion, Reverend Harvey reveals the strategies behind his effective management of dual leadership roles and how he balances the pressures of organizational and personal life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in learning about innovative leadership in dynamic settings and the power of vision in overcoming obstacles to church growth.
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In this episode, we explore the essential elements of effective leadership and continuous personal development. Join us as Laird Sillimon, COO of Christian Life College and a seasoned leader with a rich background in ministry and organizational leadership shares his insights and strategies. Exploring his educational journey and professional experiences, Laird discusses the importance of mentorship, the qualities of potential leaders, and the challenges of keeping pace with a rapidly changing world. Whether you're a new leader or a seasoned executive, this conversation offers valuable lessons on nurturing talent and fostering a culture of growth and innovation within any organization. Tune in for a masterclass in leadership from a truly transformative person.
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In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Josh Carson, a dynamic leader known for his tremendous narrative preaching and his ability to juggle a myriad of responsibilities. From leading a large church and school to being a dedicated family man and sought-after conference speaker, Pastor Carson shares the secrets behind finding a healthy balance in both ministry and personal life. He opens up about his struggles, strategies for effective time management, delegation, and maintaining spiritual health amidst a hectic schedule. Whether you're a ministry leader or just striving for balance in your own life, Pastor Carson's insights offer valuable lessons on thriving, not just surviving. Join us for a conversation that is enlightening and inspiring.
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https://calvarytabindy.com/
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In this episode, we talk with Pastor and licensed counselor Chad Flowers about the vital topics of mental clarity and emotional balance. Discover the transformative power of emotional intelligence in both personal and professional realms, and learn practical strategies for enhancing your leadership skills by overcoming insecurities and common leadership derailers. Chad shares his expert advice on maintaining emotional health amidst life’s challenges, offering tools and techniques that listeners can apply to achieve a more balanced and focused mind. Join us for a conversation that promises to help anyone looking to lead a more emotionally intelligent and mentally clear life.
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In this episode titled "How to Achieve Clarity of Mind and Emotional Balance with Dr. Chad Flowers," we talk with Pastor and licensed counselor Chad Flowers about the vital topics of mental clarity and emotional balance. Discover the transformative power of emotional intelligence in both personal and professional realms, and learn practical strategies for enhancing your leadership skills by overcoming insecurities and common leadership derailers. Chad shares his expert advice on maintaining emotional health amidst life’s challenges, offering tools and techniques that listeners can apply to achieve a more balanced and focused mind. Join us for a conversation that promises to help anyone looking to lead a more emotionally intelligent and mentally clear life.
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In this episode, I sit down with Charles Robinette, the renowned international evangelist and missionary, to unpack his remarkable journey of faith and dedication. Charles shares how he discovered his calling to ministry, the transformative power of storytelling in his sermons, and the profound miracles he has witnessed. We also explore his personal practices for maintaining spiritual vitality and how he balances his demanding travel schedule with family life and personal relationships. Charles’s insights into the importance of relational nutrients and his vision for the future of his ministry offer invaluable lessons for anyone seeking to lead a life filled with passion and purpose. Join us for a deep dive into the life of a man who lives with great focused to equip others to serve the Kingdom of God across the globe.
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In this episode titled "Creating a Life of Purpose with Scott Maderer," we explore the needed transformative journey to uncover and live out a person's true calling. Author, coach, and John Maxwell Team member, Scott Maderer, shares insights from his new book "Inspired Living," discussing the critical importance of investing in oneself, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the power of habit formation in achieving a purpose-driven life. Maderer’s personal stories and practical advice offer listeners a roadmap to not only discover their unique calling but to impact others positively along the way. Join us as we dive into the strategies and mindsets that facilitate a life filled with intention, growth, and fulfillment, inspiring you to create your own life of purpose.
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https://inspiredstewardship.com/christianleader/
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In this episode, "Better Team Leadership with Donny Willis," we dive deep into the world of effective team building and leadership within a church setting. Pastor Donny shares his invaluable insights on selecting the right team members, establishing trust and accountability, defining success, and preventing burnout. He also explores the challenges of fostering a collaborative environment among team members from diverse backgrounds and how to maintain focus on what truly matters. Through his experiences and strategies, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of creating a productive team culture. Whether you're a leader in a church, religious organization, or business, Pastor Donny’s wisdom offers something for everyone. Join us for a conversation that will equip you to lead with a renewed sense of purpose and unity.
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https://fornewyork.org
https://www.donnywillis.com
https://www.instagram.com/willis.donny/
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In this episode, we're joined by motivational powerhouse Darin Sargent, author of "Battle the Beast - Defeating the Lions that Oppose Your Destiny." Born with just one hand, Darin's journey embodies overcoming adversity and living beyond limitations. As he shares the inspiration behind his latest book, Darin draws parallels between David's biblical encounters with lions and the modern-day challenges individuals face. Highlighting common "lions" like fear, doubt, and failure, he delves into the importance of spiritual and emotional growth, the impact of relationships on overcoming hurdles, and practical strategies for conquering personal obstacles. This conversation will equip and encourage listeners to face their "lions" and pursue their God-given destiny with courage and determination.
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In this podcast, Pastor Gentry Mangun shares his insights into the significance of family legacies in shaping leadership. Sharing insights from the rich heritage of Mangun and Lumpkin leadership, Pastor Gentry explores the transformative impact that his family has had on guiding this future generation. He talks about following in his father's footsteps as a pastor, illustrating the complexities and benefits of succession in leadership. Through his reflections, Pastor Gentry shares the lessons and responsibilities learned in embracing and perpetuating a family legacy.
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In this special 100th episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast, we celebrate the milestones achieved over nearly three years, including the creation of The Christian Leader Blueprint model. This episode dives into the mission to help Christian leaders enhance their effectiveness and enjoyment of leadership. Join us as we explore the path to leadership transformation and invite you to be part of our ongoing journey.
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In this unique podcast episode, Dr. Jenifer Williams, a counselor, executive coach, evangelist, and prayer warrior, discusses the transformative power of prayer in navigating leadership uncertainty. She explores how prayer can provide clarity and guidance during challenging times, benefiting pastors and Christian business leaders alike. Dr. Williams discusses practical approaches to incorporating prayer into leadership practices, fostering resilience, and enhancing decision-making. Her insights shed light on the connection between spiritual grounding and effective leadership, offering valuable takeaways for leaders seeking to navigate the uncertainties of their roles with grace and purpose. Tune in to discover the profound impact of prayer on leadership in this thought-provoking conversation.
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In this conversation, Pastor Daniel McKillop, founder of Kingdom Speak, explores the vital essence of successful leadership transitions, emphasizing the significance of generational shifts and the handling of legacies. Drawing from biblical models like Elijah and Elisha, and Paul's guidance to Timothy, Daniel highlights the crucial moments when the torch of leadership passes from one generation to the next. Delving into the treacherous yet transformative phase of transition, he sheds light on Elisha's pivotal role in becoming a prophet within Elijah's realm. Also, Daniel addresses the complex nuances of handling past vulnerabilities, drawing parallels to Noah's sons' reactions. He challenges listeners to celebrate legacies while embracing the imperfections of previous generations. Don't miss this special episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple podcast!
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In this episode, Ryan Franklin is joined by Dr. Clay Jackson, a general physician and pastor, as we explore the vital topic of mental health for leaders, particularly pastors. Discover practical insights on balancing the demands of ministry, work, and family while nurturing your mental well-being. Dr. Jackson shares his expertise on self-care, the importance of open dialogue in the church, and actionable steps to foster a healthier mindset. Tune in to equip yourself with the tools to lead with strength, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose.
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We are joined today by Jon Kidwell, the founder of Leadwell and author of the upcoming book "Redefine Your Servant Leadership: Amplify your Integrity, Influence, & Impact." Jon brings a fresh perspective to leadership by redefining the role of a servant leader. Discover how his personal and professional journey shaped his views on leadership, and why he believes the term 'servant' is often misunderstood in leadership discussions. Jon dispels myths surrounding servant leadership and explains how to lead in the tension, ultimately amplifying your integrity, influence, and impact. If you're looking to put these principles into practice and make positive changes within, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss this inspiring exploration of servant leadership redefined.
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Gear up for a transformative new year with my guide to personal vision and growth! In our final podcast for the year, I unpack how rest, reflection, and intentional planning set the stage for success. Discover practical steps—from spiritual check-ins to nurturing relationships and defining goals—that empower both personal and Kingdom-focused growth. Embrace self-assessment with my free Christian Leader™ Self-Assessment tool for a roadmap to personal development. Prepare for your best year yet by aligning vision, health, and play.
Join me in January for more inspiring episodes!
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Kevin Stone is the visionary founder of Executive Pastor Online. In this episode, we embark on a journey through the world of leadership as Kevin shares his wisdom on the essential principles that underpin effective leadership. Discover the profound impact of these 8 fundamental pillars as Kevin delves into their practical applications and the transformative potential they hold for leaders across various domains. From eliminating fear to fostering contagious optimism, our discussion offers a roadmap for both aspiring and seasoned leaders to navigate the intricacies of leadership with confidence and success. Don't miss this enlightening episode packed with actionable insights and real-world leadership guidance.
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http://www.executivepastoronline.com/
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Grab your coffee and join us for a deep dive into the world of leadership, mentorship, and personal growth. In this episode, I sit down with Michael Ensey to discuss the compelling book that chronicles the extraordinary life of Anthony Trimble. Discover the art of balancing relationships and growth as we unveil Anthony's intentional approach to fostering excellence, not only in himself but also in those he inspired. Explore the impactful relationships that shaped his journey, from mentors to mentees, and his unwavering commitment to his family. Gain insights into a legacy built on passion and the relentless pursuit of personal growth. Get ready for an inspiring conversation that will leave you motivated to lead with intention and achieve excellence. Let's dive into this remarkable story of 'Coffee with Anthony.'
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In this exciting episode, host Ryan Franklin unveils something truly special – the launch of the Christian Leader™ Community Coaching program, alongside his wife, Dr. Angie Franklin. Tune in as Ryan shares the details and mission behind this transformative community designed to eliminate the frustration many Christian leaders face when seeking a clear plan for growth and dedicated support. Discover how this program can provide stability, vision, and strategy for your personal and team leadership growth, making your leadership journey more effective and enjoyable. Plus, Ryan takes you on a guided tour of the program's features and offers an exclusive discount for early members. Say goodbye to leadership development frustration and hello to a clear path for growth with the Christian Leader™ Community Coaching program. Join today at ryanfranklin.org!
We're offering a founder's lifetime discount of 40% off to the first 50 members that join until October 31st. You also get a neat founders badge in the community. This discount won't last long and we will likely never offer this deep of a discount ever again. Canceling is easy if it's not for you. If you're interested, don't delay.
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Step into the world of purpose-driven business endeavors with Hunter Haley. Join us as we explore the transformative concept of Business As Mission (BAM), where business becomes a powerful tool for advancing the Kingdom of God. Hunter, the visionary behind 'The Blessed Business,' shares his personal journey and insights into integrating faith and business for a greater purpose. Discover how BAM demonstrates Christian values, navigates cultural complexities, and uses profits to fuel ministry. Gain inspiration and practical wisdom on how businesses can be a force for positive change, both economically and spiritually, in a rapidly evolving world.
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@theblessedbusiness on IG and FB
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Step into the world of empathetic leadership with Scott Makin in this tremendous episode. We probe into the power of empathy – the key that Jesus used to unlock profound connections and transformative leadership. Through engaging insights, personal narratives, and even a role play, Scott shows how empathy transcends mere understanding, becoming a force that shapes effective leadership, teamwork, and meaningful relationships. Discover actionable strategies to navigate conflicts, foster inclusivity, and amplify your leadership impact through the art of empathetic communication. Prepare to be inspired and equipped to lead with a heart attuned to the needs and emotions of others.
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Email: scott@makininstitute.com
Website: http://www.makininstitute.com/
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Join us as we sit down with Church Planter Joumeel Mclaurine for an inspiring discussion on church planting, team leadership, and embracing diversity. Joumeel opens up about his transformative journey as a church planter, sharing the pivotal moments that ignited his passion for building a vibrant community of believers. Discover how he cultivates a first-class team and empowers them for impactful ministry. Delve into the power of diversity in leadership, as Joumeel shares practical strategies for fostering inclusion and creating a sense of belonging within a multicultural team. Prepare to be inspired by his success stories and insights, as we explore the dynamics of planting seeds of diversity in the realm of church leadership.
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Website: https://ascendchurch.co
Personal Instagram: @JoumeelMclaurine
Church Instagram: @AscendChurchmi
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Join us for a candid interview with Pastor Josh Melancon as he vulnerably opens up about his personal journey of transformation from being a recovering egotist to becoming a servant-leader who wholeheartedly embraces humility. Gain valuable insights as he shares the profound lessons he learned about the contrasting faces of pride and humility. Discover how these attitudes significantly impact our relationships, leadership styles, and spiritual growth. Get ready to be inspired as Pastor Melancon unveils the transformative power of embracing "leastness" and finding unwavering confidence through our identity in Christ. This episode is sure to leave you with a fresh perspective on humility and its pivotal role in leadership and personal development.
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Website: https://www.hopchurches.com/church-junkies
Church Junkies Book: https://a.co/d/6jsZslB
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In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast, Ryan Franklin is joined by Adam Shaw to celebrate the launch of The Christian Leader Blueprint: A Step-by-Step Guide to Leadership Transformation. With enthusiasm and curiosity, Adam engages Ryan in a conversation that uncovers the vision behind the book and its profound impact on Christian leadership. Together, they explore how the model within the book can help individuals grow as leaders and foster remarkable teamwork within organizations. Tune in for a glimpse into the transformative power of faith-based leadership within The Christian Leader Blueprint.
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Join us as we sit down with a seasoned bi-vocational, blue-collar pastor who has dedicated many years to shepherding a rural community in Arkansas. With a genuine connection to the blue-collar demographic, he shares his experiences, challenges, and rewards of ministering in this context. Known for his impactful preaching, he also provides valuable guidance on improving one's preaching skills. Discover how he effectively connects with and serves the unique needs of his community, integrates faith and work, and encourages active participation in the local church. Join us as we delve into the heart of rural ministry, leadership, and the transformative power of a devoted pastor.
Connect with Anthony Needham:
Website: www.actschurch.online
His Book: https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Spiritual-Power-Authority-Dominion/dp/1456884948
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Exploring the importance of effective communication in marriage; practical tips and strategies for improving communication skills; active listening, conflict resolution, and healthy dialogue.
Tune in to an insightful interview featuring Adam and Karissa King with Dear Young Married Couple as they delve into the intricacies of communication in marriage and leadership. Discover the vital role effective communication plays in both realms and gain practical tips and strategies for enhancing your communication skills. Drawing from their personal journey and struggles, Adam and Karissa shed light on common communication pitfalls that married couples often face and how these relate to leadership relationships. Explore the power of active listening and its impact on building strong communication, along with practical techniques for improving this skill. Learn valuable approaches to conflict resolution, empathy, expressing needs without being controlling, and navigating our differences. Don't miss this engaging discussion on navigating communication in marriage and leadership.
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Website: www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com
Phone: (916) 678-1797
E-mail: hello@dearyoungmarriedcouple.com
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Join us for a tremendous conversation with Pastor Evan Grizzle, a successful leader and diligent scholar in leadership development within the church context and in the business environment. With his deep passion for service in the Kingdom of God, Evan serves as the Lead Pastor of the Apostolic Tabernacle in Wilmington, NC, alongside his wife and three kids. Drawing from his Master of Arts in Executive Leadership and his experience as a pastor and personal leadership and development coach, Evan empowers others and equips them with the necessary tools and mindset to excel in their leadership roles. In this interview, Evan discusses the significance of leadership development within the church, addresses common challenges and gaps, and shares key components for an effective leadership development pathway. He also explores the connection between leadership development and discipleship, the role of personal growth, and practical steps for creating a culture of continuous learning. Discover valuable, practical insights and biblical principles that will inspire and transform your leadership journey.
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Get his new book (The Leadership Gameplan): https://a.co/d/63KVejk
Personal website: http://www.thegrizzles.org
Mastermind Leadership Collective: http://www.mastermindleadership.net
Instagram: @atevangrizzle
Twitter: @atevangrizzle
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Join us for an inspiring and empowering interview with Dr. Brian Epperson, renowned expert in helping individuals believe in themselves. In this engaging conversation, we delve into practical strategies for overcoming self-doubt, beating impostor syndrome, and building unwavering self-belief. Dr. Epperson shares his valuable insights, drawing from his extensive experience in guiding people towards a path of self-discovery and personal growth. We also explore the intersection of faith and self-belief, as Dr. Epperson reveals how he incorporates biblical teachings to foster inner strength and resilience. Discover transformative techniques, success stories, and empowering advice to ignite your self-belief and unlock your true potential. Get ready to be inspired as we uncover the keys to believing in yourself with Dr. Brian Epperson.
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Email: bepperson@humanperformanceadvisors.com
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In this thought-provoking interview, join us as we delve into the fascinating world of ministry and leadership in the age of AI. Our guest, Steven Guttridge, offers his unique insights on the effects of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence on ministry and leadership. Drawing from his years of experience, Steven discusses the potential benefits and ethical considerations surrounding the integration of AI in ministry work. From enhancing pastoral administration to maintaining authentic connections, discover how AI can shape the future of leadership in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Join us as we explore the intersection of faith, technology, and ministry with Steven Guttridge (written by ChatGPT).
Connect with Steven Guttridge:
steven@leadridge.org
leadridge.org
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenguttridge/
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Garen Stanley, a student pastor with over a decade of experience, shares his insights on building a successful student ministry leadership team. He explains how he got started in ministry years ago and what inspired him to become a student pastor. With 35 volunteer team members on his leadership team, Garen shares his approach to building a strong team, including the qualities he looks for in potential team members. He also emphasizes the importance of creating a culture of accountability and teamwork within the team and shares practical strategies for achieving this. This episode is full of good, practical tips for any leader, not just student ministry leaders.
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Instagram: garen_stanley
BeReal: YouthPastorGaren
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Raymond Woodward considers all pastors to be “interim pastors.” He goes on to explain just what that means and how important it is to prepare early for our successor in leadership. In this interview, we get to hear some of the inside thoughts and process on his own personal transition at Capital Community Church. Pastor Woodward shares the six stages of leadership empowerment and the seven succession principles that he has formulated through his recent process of transition. Whether you are in transition or not, you’ll want to take some dedicated time to digest these gold nuggets.
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When a family is not balanced and in good rhythm, a mom or dad will sometimes pursue ministry at the expense of a healthy family. This can wreak havoc on the cohesiveness of that family unit. If you have kids that still live at home or hope to have kids in the future, this session with Connie Bernard is one that you don’t want to miss! It’s power-packed with a wealth of knowledge from someone who was successful at ensuring her family came before ministry. She offers excellent practical advice on communication, setting the temperature of a home, how to just “STOP IT,” and so much more.
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“Culture eats strategy for breakfast” is a famous quote by Peter Drucker. No matter how great your strategy or plan is, your culture will control the tempo and success of your organization. In this session, Pastor Aaron Soto and I unpack the difficult subject of culture. He defines culture, discusses its importance, and processes through some of the components. Then Pastor Aaron gives his wise recommendations on dealing with a toxic culture. This is a wealth of information on a very challenging topic!
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Have you ever wondered what separates good leaders from great leaders? Aside from spiritual matters, I would say the greatest difference is emotional intelligence. This is why businesses are spending billions of dollars on developing their leaders in EI. In this session, DJ Hill and I explore the fundamentals of emotional intelligence and the impact it can make on a leader’s life and relationships. We even give some simple and practical ways you can increase your emotional intelligence.
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Have you ever felt gifted or called to do something significant; yet you found yourself lost in the “woulds” of life? You were stalled at the starting line, or you just didn’t have the energy to continue the race and it left you feeling frustrated with life. Whether the underlying cause was due to procrastination, fear of failure, insecurities, or some other reason, Clifton LeJeune knows what it’s like to experience those negative emotions. In this interview, we unpack part of his new book, Lost in the Wounds: Turning Your Passion Into Action. Reignite your passion for what you’ve been called to do with this energetic and inspiring conversation!
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Pastor Andrew Cox was the leader and mastermind behind the creation of what is now known as POA Groups. This organized system of community has well exceeded the original projected pace and has become a catalyst in helping to make a large church “feel” smaller. In this session, Andrew joins Ryan in POA’s studio to discuss what community means to Andrew personally and corporately. Then the conversation eventually moves to the adapted structure of what POA Groups looks like. Pastor Andrew gives a ton of insight on the subject of community.
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Jathan Maricelli has a story of brokenness, redemption, and hope. He wrote a book called Better After Burnout that is connecting with so many who find themselves in the middle of a dark place in life. This book (and our interview) provides a glimmer of hope to individuals who may have felt like their best days are behind them. I encourage you to grab a pen and paper and get ready to take notes as we unpack ten strategies that will help you avoid or recover from those dark feelings of burnout.
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Brandon Cowden made the tough transition from music minister to senior pastor. In this interview, we discuss what led to this drastic change in careers, the fear of failure that he fought so hard, and the things that helped him through the process. He shares insights that made his pastoral transition a great experience, including a glimpse into his first year. Then we wrap up the conversation with Brandon sharing what he does now to help fulfil his love for music.
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Rev. Stan Gleason, Senior Pastor of The Life Church and Assistant General Superintendent of the UPCI, and Ryan sit down to discuss his recent book The Unflawed Leader: Creating a Culture of Christlike Wellness in the Local Church. They discuss some amazing nuggets within the book, including topics on humility, leadership blind spots, culture, self-care, and so much more. This interview is loaded with wisdom from a tremendous man of God.
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Jason Staten and I are discussing the leadership challenge of doing something big in life and in ministry. In this session, Jason allows us to explore the inside of what it takes to run a big initiative such as Fowntn as he’s also pastoring a church and raising a family. He is transparent with his challenges, but also offers great advice as to how to navigate through those tough things. This is such a helpful interview for anyone that may have big vision, but you feel like you’re living in the weeds.
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Michael Ensey and I continue discussing the subject from last week, increasing capacity as a leader. Pastor Ensey shares the backstory of how he, Adam Shaw, and I connected on this subject a few years back. He gives his unique perspective on capacity and what it means to him. Then, he unpacks a simple 6-part framework that he evaluates his life through on a daily basis. It’s a framework that could easily guide a leader’s personal growth focus. Don’t miss this interview that's full of great nuggets!
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Based on a story of the widow in 2 Kings 4, my guest, Adam Shaw, dives into the subject of increasing capacity as a leader. The widow in this story borrowed as many jars as she could and then God performed a miracle. Adam explains that the miracle was the Lord’s, but the capacity was her responsibility. We talk about how capacity comes from a place of pain, how we put limits on God, some practical tips to enlarge your capacity as a leader, and much more. This interview is full of rich content!
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For many years, my morning routine was to sleep as late as possibly, rush to the shower, and then rush out the door to work. My prayer time and all the important things in my life had to be worked in at some other part of my day. That time of my life was challenging. I would often have a disoriented frame of mind to start my day. There were many days where I didn't accomplish all that I needed to accomplish to have a successful day.
Now, thankfully, I'm much more intentional. I put the most important things in my day first; and I'm a ton more efficient with my time and energy than I've ever been in my life. In this session today, I'm going to share some simple principles to help you create a rock-solid morning routine.
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There’s a ton of ways to grow. I can watch a video on YouTube, listen to a podcast, and resource from mentors and people much smarter than me. However, without a doubt, the most consistent and most effective method of growth in my life is from reading books. Here’s the problem: most people don’t take advantage of the power of book reading because most people don’t know how to read a book. So, they have trouble keeping their attention to the book, they struggle to retain what they’ve learned, they get discouraged, and ultimately, they quit reading. Well, I've dropped in on your electronic device today to tell you… don’t quit! There’s a better and easier way. In this episode, I’m going to share with you 4 tips to help you read a book better.
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What goes through your mind when you think about the words “Be Disciplined”? My immediate thought is, "Yeah we have to be disciplined… it's a very important part of doing something significant… to figure out how to BE disciplined to BE successful." But then at a second glance when you separate the two words, “Be” and “Disciplined,” they seem to sort of contradict one another right? When I think of BE, I think of someone who is just there, sort of just hanging out, chillin a little. However, discipline requires you to DO something. So, how can you just BE if you’re DOING something. And, really, for many years in my life, these two words WERE contradictory.
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Have you ever walked through your church or your ministry through the eyes of a first-time attendee? If you haven’t, I think you should. I think everyone should from time to time. You may be amazed at what you’ll see. We as leaders get desensitized to what the experience is REALLY like. Recently, I walked through a church as a brand new person on a Sunday morning… a secret shopper. And today, I want to share with you my three most important takeaways from my secret shopper experience.
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Everyone wants to be understood. When you take the time to truly listen to a person and tune in to their needs and understand them, you can create a dynamic level of connection. Listening is the foundation of empathy. Empathy promotes growth and healing like no other relational tool. With this post, I want to discuss how practicing empathy can help you produce great leadership growth and powerful healing.
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There’s nothing worse than someone talking at you instead of to you; it’s hard to even get a word into the conversation. On the other hand, there’s nothing better than having a good conversation where the exchange of information flows freely between two people and both parties actively listen to each other. This kind of conversation actually creates a very powerful connection and bond where leaders can learn to truly listen to the people they lead. In this post, I want to share with you the power of active listening in leadership.
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What are you looking for? That is the question Jesus asked His disciples in John Chapter 1. In other words, He asked, “What are you looking for in life? What is motivating you to do what you do?” This is a tough question, but it is a question we should ask ourselves periodically. Today, I want to examine this question and discuss why it is so important to our lives and ministries.
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One of the most common things I see in even the strongest and most effective leaders is the fear of failure. It doesn’t matter how competitive or self-confident a person is, the fear of failure can still be debilitating. When the fear of failure is overwhelming, people can lack motivation to move forward. In fact, the fear of failure can cause a person to give up their entire career or ministry.
Today, I want to discuss the fear of failure and share with you how it can actually become one of your greatest motivators when you learn to balance it correctly.
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I have personally struggled with my energy levels for most of my life. It's amazing to me that some people seem to have no problems with energy or motivation while I wrestle with these issues often. Sometimes, I run out of fuel and can't push ahead; you may be able to relate. Since experiencing a severe case of COVID last year, lately, I've had more low energy days than not. Thankfully, though, I’ve been recently feeling like old myself again.
Because I struggle with energy levels, I've had to experiment with activities that affect my motivation and mental clarity, such as my diet, sleep, exercise. One thing I've learned over the past few years is that my emotional energy has an enormous effect on my motivation. Amazingly, my motivation for life and work improves drastically when my emotional energy is in check. In this session, I want to share with you some tips on how to increase your personal energy so that you will feel motivated to move forward in life and accomplish big things.
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Have you ever felt triggered? Of course, you have; we have all felt provoked at some point in our lives. We can easily become frustrated, angry, or defensive by something someone says or does. These actions trigger us to say and do things in the moment that we later regret. Our responses can be very harmful to our relationships, even to those relationships that mean the most to us, such as those with our spouses, kids, or the important team members who are vital to the success of our organizations. In this post, I want share with you a few steps you can take to help you stop your relational triggers and avoid doing or saying things that will damage your influence.
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In my last post, I shared some of the deep-rooted insecurities that I’ve had to work hard to minimize in my life and leadership. Insecurities are a reality for most of us. In fact, I don’t know of any truly authentic and transparent person who hasn’t admitted to having insecurities. It’s easy for these insecurities to drain the emotional energy of a leader and even stifle the progress of an entire team. Insecurities can derail a leader more quickly than anything else.
In my last post, I discussed where these insecurities come from and gave the first step to overcoming them. In this post, we’ll go a little deeper and discuss the four steps on how to overcome those insecurities.
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Honestly, I’ve felt insecure more days of my life than I’ve felt secure. That’s the reality for most of us. Anyone who is truly authentic and transparent will admit to having some insecurities. It’s easy for insecurities to drain the emotional energy of a leader and even stifle the progress of a team. Insecurities can derail a leader’s potential more quickly than most things. In this post, I want to discuss where these insecurities come from and give you the first step to overcoming them.
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How do you act when you’re hurt, frustrated, or embarrassed? How do you respond to people when you’re exhausted or stressed? Do you lash out in anger? Do you shut down and detach from people, or do you smile through the difficulties and try to act like nothing’s wrong?
Most people have internal, relational risks that manifest when life gets tough or certain triggers are released. In this post, I want to explore the dynamics of leadership risks and highlight three things you can do to minimize the effects they have on your influence.
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Generally, I don’t recommend that people focus on their weaknesses. Focusing on improving your strengths allows you to maximize your God-given abilities; however, there are exceptions to this rule. There are a set of particular weaknesses that can derail your ministry and hinder your influence with others if you do not give them adequate attention.
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Honestly, I’ve never really struggled with my calling. I knew at sixteen that I wanted to serve the Kingdom of God with my time, energy, talents, finances, and every fiber of my being. I even had a clear idea of where I wanted to work. Though I’ve never really struggled in these areas, there are some important lessons I’ve learned over the last twenty-six years of ministry. Today, I want to share some of those insights with you.
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Have you ever grappled with the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I know that there are probably many who have struggled with that question. In fact, some of you are still struggling to determine what you are called to do, and there are many people who are halfway through their careers or even nearing retirement who have never found the answer to that question.
The question is innocent when you're a child and there is time ahead of you; but the older you get, the more serious and important that question becomes. If you’re struggling in this area, I want to suggest you make a small shift in the way you approach the idea of what you want to be. Instead of thinking about what you want to be, think about who you want to be. Thinking about who you want to be is much more impactful. When we decide who we want to be, we can begin to understand the calling of God on our lives.
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Though I may not know who is listening to this podcast, I do know that you were created on purpose with a purpose. YOU have a calling on your life. Though we are each called by God, this is a subject that many people wrestle with. Most Christians feel a strong desire to do something great for the Lord, yet they struggle to know what that is exactly. I want to help bring clarity to this subject.
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I don’t really like to focus on my weaknesses. I want to be aware of them, and I want to give them enough attention so that I don’t drive people crazy, but I don't want to spend a great deal of time and energy improving those things that I'm not naturally good at.
I really want to pour my time, energy, and growth opportunities into my strengths and the tasks that I do naturally well. Doing these things will help get the most out of my limited resources and maximize my efforts for the Kingdom of God. It will also help me be a good steward of what God has given me. I imagine that you feel the same way, and I have some great advice to help you maximize your unique giftings.
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One of my greatest natural gifts is prudence; I have a natural inclination for structure and organization as well as an ability to get things done. My other greatest natural gift is leadership energy which is manifested in my competitive nature, ability to take charge, and expectation for success. I’ve known these things about myself for most of my life, but it wasn’t until a few years ago that I began using these strengths to bring growth to certain areas of my life, helping me thrive in the environment and role the Lord has placed me in. It feels great to operate in the ministries the Lord has designed me for.
Even if you’re not sure about your own natural gifts, there is still probably a part of you that wants to thrive in this same manner. I believe the Lord puts the desire to understand our own natural abilities within us so we’ll work to maximize the talents that He’s given us. In today’s post, I want to share some tips with you to help you discover your natural gifts and talents.
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Have you ever been charged with a task or duty that felt awkward and energy draining for you? Perhaps other tasks you’ve been assigned felt easy to accomplish. You know that if you could practice the easy tasks and separate them from the awkward responsibilities, life would be so much easier, right? Absolutely, life would definitely be easier!
When the people in your church or organization are doing things they enjoy, things that are easy for them to accomplish, your organization will thrive. Romans 12:6 says, “Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us. . .” The word differing in this scripture means “different” or “excellent.” We all have unique gifts that we excel at, gifts that are needed for the Kingdom of God. Learning to maximize these giftings is what helps people and organizations thrive.
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I don’t have strong opinions about anything. Yeah, right. Actually, I know exactly what this world needs. It needs fewer people who know exactly what the world needs. Opinions are everywhere, and technology has made it even easier to share our opinions with the world.
I’m not against opinions. I’m not even against the tough discussions that different opinions sometimes create. I think conflict is healthy; it creates boundaries, and it holds people accountable. What I am against is people not dealing with conflict in a healthy way. When the tensions rise, it’s easy for our emotions to get out of control. I want to give you some suggestions that will help you argue and deal with conflict in the right way.
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I am naturally very introverted. On a personality assessment I took a few years ago, I scored a 7 out of 100 in the area of sociability. I’d like to say that I was surprised by these results, but I really wasn’t. The rest of my scores only further revealed how introverted I am. I scored a 15 out of 100 for social events; I really struggle in social events. I scored a 40 out of 100 for crowds; the only reason my score was this high in this area is because I can blend into crowds. I scored a 19 for exhibitionist, which means I try to avoid the limelight; and I scored a 36 for entertaining, which means I’m usually direct. If I’m going to use humor, I will probably use dry humor.
I tell you all of this so that you know how stressful social settings usually are for me. Yet, I help lead many people; I’m a pastor, and I speak in pulpits regularly. It’s not that I can’t engage in social settings or don’t even enjoy them occasionally, it just means that they are usually stressful and energy-draining for me.
I used to struggle with social intelligence. Imagine my introversion coupled with a lack of social intelligence; it created the perfect internal storm. I didn’t know how to manage social settings, and I found myself feeling very insecure in groups of people, even early in my life. Many people struggle with managing social situations, and I assume you’ve struggled with insecurities in your life as well. Keep reading, and I’ll share with you how I’ve worked to overcome this struggle.
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When the world shut down in 2020, it was initially a good thing for many of our relationships. Suddenly, we all had more time for each other, but it wasn’t long before many people started to realize that the extra time created new and unusual stress in their relationships. After all, we weren’t accustomed to spending that much time together. Many struggled to manage the closeness of their relationships. Why did this happen? What was the problem? I suspect that many people began exercising social intelligence, something they had created very little time for previously. Many lacked understanding of social intelligence and competency in knowing how to navigate their relationships. In this blog post, I want to give you some insight into social intelligence so that you can avoid relational issues. I want to help you improve all relationships in your life.
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You probably know people who are extremely talented but can’t seem to succeed in leadership roles. You also probably know people who are not quite as gifted but thrive in leadership roles. What makes the difference in leaders who are effective and leaders who are ineffective? Aside of spiritual reasons, the difference is most definitely higher emotional intelligence.
At some point in the last few years, you've probably heard of emotional intelligence. It’s often referred to as EI or EQ. This topic has taken the business world by storm, and many people are beginning to realize its impact on leadership and life in general. Today, I want to share with you my perspective on this topic as well as what research has to say on what emotional intelligence is all about.
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The single greatest relational need in life is acceptance. Acceptance can easily make or break a team or organization. Many times, acceptance is at the center of the struggle for those who comes to me seeking clarity in life or ministry. Many people don’t feel accepted or valued in the way that they believe they should be. Sometimes these feelings originate from insecurities within the individual, but many times these issues come when leaders do not understand the value of showing acceptance to those they lead.
People who feel accepted will follow even the weakest of visions. People who don’t feel accepted can quickly become derailed from pursuing the greatest vision. I believe acceptance is the greatest relational need within each of us.
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I once took a very powerful assessment that said I possess an extremely low level of compassion. In other words, empathy is a struggle for me. I literally argued with this assessment. How could I be a pastor and an executive coach but have so little empathy? It was ludicrous for me to think about and, honestly, very disappointing. I didn’t feel as if I could be an effective minister without a high level of empathy.
As my executive coach examined the results of the assessment with me, we concluded that the evaluation was correct; I am naturally cold toward people’s issues. There is nothing wrong with me; this is just my personality. Thankfully, I’ve worked to overcome this inadequacy, and I want to share what I’ve learned with you today. I feel as if this information could help you in a tremendous way.
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I've had a few people ask me how I use The Christian Leader Blueprint for one-on-one development of others. In this post, I want to provide a simple approach for how you can take this resource and make a lasting difference in the lives of the people you lead.
If you’re not familiar with The Christian Leader Blueprint, I encourage you to go to my website ChristianLeaderMadeSimple.com and download it for free today. The blueprint is a practical manual for leadership clarity and effectiveness. This resource offers specific guidance on how to increase your effectiveness as a leader while helping you gain clarity in the leadership growth process. The Christian Leader Blueprint is also for anyone who wants those in their circle of influence to receive clarity and learn how to lead effectively.
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Not every organization spends time developing leaders. I’m sure almost everyone thinks the process is a good idea, but most organizations don’t do it or don’t do it well. Developing leaders is a hard task, but organizations that have leaders who are supported and developed get things done.
An organization that has developed leaders thrives; its future is bright. Development creates growth, promotion, and longevity for the organization that chooses to embrace it. Developing others is critical for the life of your organization, but how do you go about the process of developing leaders within your organization? That’s the question many people wrestle with.
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If you’ve followed my Leader Podcast for the past few weeks, you know that we’ve been in a series called Grow Your Character. This is the fifth and final lesson, and in full disclosure, I really hesitated to even do this series. I realize that there have been some heavy topics and content, but I chose to do this series anyway because this subject is that important.
Most people think that character is merely good morals. As simply as I possibly could, I wanted to show you that it is much more than what you may think. In fact, character is the foundation of everything we do, whether good or bad. Character is the soil of our lives. It is the place where the fruit we produce, whether good or bad, originates. So, I encourage you to keep reading; I’m going give you my final thoughts on the subject of character as we wrap up this Grow Your Character series.
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I wrote some in my last post about my unhealthy desire to seek approval from certain influencers in my life. Though those unhealthy attachments had a great deal to do with my lack of ability to embrace reality, essentially, they represented my issues with emotional capacity.
Dr. John Townsend calls this issue “the adulthood character structure.” Others may simply call it maturity, and I also refer to it as emotional capacity. Truthfully, however, as adults, we have the freedom to make our own decisions without permission from other adults. We can judge our own abilities. We can choose what we value. We can have opinions of our own. We can disagree with other people, including people who are important to us and those we respect. We also have the responsibility to approach other adults with the same mutual respect and freedom.
Why can we do all of these things? Here’s the simple answer: We’re adults. I think you would be shocked at how many people struggle with this particular part of their character. I hope this post really opens your eyes to some important aspects of emotional capacity.
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A few years ago, one of my clients was struggling to settle into his ministry role. He would spend a short time working in one place before becoming bored with that job and moving on to the next, often uncovering some sort of "issue" that would make him want to consider changing positions and locations. In reality, he was simply running from some internal struggles.
He continually wrestled with the same problems. As we worked to uncover the cause for his discontentment, we realized he was struggling with integration and the reality that there is no perfect situation or environment. He was continually dissatisfied with his inability to achieve perfection. He was also frustrated with the lack of perfection from those around him.
The reality is that we live in a fallen world, a world that's sinful and flawed. We are all flawed. I really think we know this, but sometimes it's hard for us to accept this truth, especially when it comes to our own lives. Integration has been one of the greatest opportunities for growth in my own character. In this post, I want to give you some insight on how to embrace the truth that there are both positive and negative realities in your life.
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The opportunity was exciting for the first few months, but then it started to become work, a great deal of work. He was also working a full-time secular job as well as fulfilling a full-time ministry role. There weren’t enough people involved in the small church to spread the load. There were Bible studies to teach, staff meetings to lead, new members’ classes to instruct, youth ministry to organize as well as preaching, service organization, ministry work, and counseling. Before long, this young assistant pastor found every minute of his time devoted to his obligations with little time left for the things he enjoyed. A little bit of resentment began to creep into his heart and mind. So much was demanded of him, but he didn’t feel as appreciated as he thought he deserved.
This young man was me, and the situation I found myself in was no one’s fault but my own. I was struggling with boundaries in my life; but at the time, I didn’t even know what a boundary was. As we continue the series on Grow Your Character, I want to give you a picture of what healthy boundaries should really look like in a leader’s life.
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I had just gone through several stressful days at work, and I wasn’t feeling well physically. I’d helped counsel someone through a crisis in his life, and I was mentally exhausted. On top of these challenges, someone with good intentions had given me some “constructive criticism.” Though this normally wouldn’t have bothered me, for some reason, this time it caused me to spiral emotionally. Under normal circumstances, not one of these things alone would have drained me emotionally; but, since they all happened together, it created a perfect storm. In years past, this spiral could have negatively affected me for two or three days. Perhaps you can relate to this sort of experience.
This was actually only a few months ago, but this scenario was much different from experiences I’ve had in the past. This time, I had exactly what I needed to quickly make it through this situation and still remain emotionally healthy. One thing that helped me make it through this negative experience was the healthy relational connections I have in my life. I’ve invested the time needed to create those healthy attachments with people I can trust, people I can be vulnerable with and bond to during critical times.
Learning how to have healthy relational connections is an enormous part of growing your character. In this blog post, I’ll give insight on how to have those healthy relational connections.
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Character is the point where emotional health, leadership, and discipleship converge. I'm curious, have you ever noticed that life is really hard at times? Of course, you have. Everyone experiences hard life. There are many challenges and painful circumstances that come at us, and it's usually during the toughest of times that the worst comes out of us. I know that I've witnessed this in my own life.
Scripture is very clear: Following Christ doesn't make all of the hard things go away. Consider what Paul said about some of his hardships in 2 Corinthians 11:23, "Are they ministers of Christ? (I speak as a fool) I am more; in labours more abundant, in stripes above measure, in prisons more frequent, in deaths oft." Paul graciously suffered these many difficulties even while taking care of the New Testament churches.
Paul endured much as a leader and a minister of the Gospel, yet he still retained his love for Christ (2 Corinthians 11:31). How could he respond to these amazingly difficult circumstances and still maintain such a good and healthy response? How could he struggle in life and in service to Christ and still express his love for Christ and others? What did he know that we don’t? What is the solution to going through the tough stuff in life and leadership and continuing to produce phenomenal fruit? I'll give you a hint: Most of Paul’s success has to do with his character.
Most people think that character is about morality, but there is quite a bit more to character than that. In this series called “Grow Your Character,” I’m going to share some insight with you about character that has the potential to change your life. Specifically, in today's post, I'll introduce the topic of character, but I'm going show you that there’s so much more to character than what you may think.
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1.33 Believe it or not, rest is a difficult concept for many of us to grasp. I have struggled with the idea of rest for most of my life. Even though the Lord established a pattern of work and rest throughout scripture, many leaders who are driven to succeed do not adequately maintain a healthy work-rest balance.
God initiated a pattern for work and rest when He rested on the seventh day at Creation. Rest remains a great need in us even today. Mark 6:31 says, “And he said unto them, Come ye yourselves apart into a desert place, and rest a while: for there were many coming and going, and they had no leisure so much as to eat.” Occasionally, we need to be able to step back and remember that we are designed to take a break; we are designed to rest.
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1.32 I'm so excited to introduce the new tool I’ve created, The Christian Leader Blueprint! This resource is something that I've been working on for years. It's not so much the guide that I'm excited about but the model, the concept, the big picture that this tool creates. It has taken me years of personal experience, education, self-study, and trial and error (what most people refer to as blood, sweat, and tears) to put this concept together. I’ve received coaching from an executive coach, gone through counseling, coached and counseled others, and worked through many mistakes to create this tool.
The Christian Leader Blueprint concept is now available in the form of a short guide on my website christianleadermadesimple.com. At almost thirty pages, the document is loaded with phenomenal information, and I’m giving it to you for FREE. Visit christianleadermadesimple.com to get this free guide. Through this blog post, I'll share more about how this blueprint can change your life.
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1.31 I am a forward-looking person. I love to dream about the future. I like to envision goals and then work hard to pursue them. I love to put wheels on a dream; that’s fun for me. I really think that’s a healthy part of my personality. It’s a gift that God gave me, but sometimes even our greatest gifts can become hindrances when we use them in unhealthy ways.
My problem is that I get so focused on what is to come while working to make my dreams a reality that I sometimes forget to enjoy the moment. We have to be intentional about living in the present. Read until the end, and I will give you three steps to follow that will help you enjoy living in the present.
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1.30 I want you to close your eyes (unless you’re driving, of course). Imagine that you’re ninety years old sitting in your recliner thinking about all of the years you’ve lived. You ask yourself, “Did I do anything significant? Did my life really matter? What did I live for? Did I fulfill what the Lord wanted me to do? Why was it important that I lived my life?”
The Lord isn't going to force you to find your calling or His vision for your life. He’s not going to twist your arm or stand over you until you make a move, waiting for you to fulfill His will. In my final years, I hope I can look back on a life well-lived. There's a drive within me that pushes me toward a cause. I'm driven to see the will of the Lord accomplished in the hearts of people. I hope at the end of my life I will have responded to that cause and fulfilled the will of God. Hopefully, this session will give you some insight and practical tips on how to find your God-given vision while living your life devoted to accomplishing God’s will.
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1.29 As human beings and especially as leaders, we’re often required to tell people difficult things. The only way to avoid having tough conversations is to live in seclusion, which is not really healthy or possible. We may not want to have these difficult conversations because our natural inclination is to avoid conflict; we know the news we’re delivering is hard to hear, or we want to escape delegating a difficult task.
I don’t know about you, but I find it really difficult to tell people hard things. It’s stressful. It drains my energy. Truthfully, it’s one of the things I hate most about leadership. In this post, I want to share with you a simple formula that has helped me make tough conversations a little bit easier. Perhaps not all of the time, but most of the time you can successfully deliver negative news by using this simple formula.
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1.28 Unhappiness, fear, anxiety, uncertainty, anger, loneliness, confusion, depression, emptiness, disconnectedness – these are all real feelings; and if you’re like me, you’ve probably experienced some or all of these emotions and others as you’ve walked uncertain paths and experienced changes in life.
God made us so that we could feel our feelings; He never intended us to ignore them. We’re natural thinkers. We’re natural feelers, but there are times when these feelings and emotions can disrupt our lives. Perhaps you get a little more anxious or overwhelmed than you should. Proverbs 4:23 says, “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” If your mind is disrupted by the issues of life, this post is for you. I want to give you practical steps that will help you know how to “keep your heart with all diligence,” or in other words, help you how to control your emotions when you’re living through a difficult time.
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1.27 There is a deep sense of emotional exhaustion and physical fatigue among our leaders as we realize there's not really an end in sight for the current chaos in the world. Every time we turn around there are new mandates, social norms, and contentious subjects. We make a change to how we’re doing things, and the next month we’re forced to change again. It’s difficult to know what to do in times such as these.
This session is part three of the practical solution guide to navigating through the chaos in your life. Read until the end, and you’ll know exactly what to do when you don’t know what to do.
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1.26 The temporary disruption to most of our lives that began in March of 2020 has now become a way of life. Although many of us believed things would get better, they’ve actually, for the most part, stayed the same. In fact, in some cases, things have only gotten worse. People are divided on masks and vaccinations as well as other world issues. For church leaders, daily life has become extremely difficult and exhausting because so many are divided on how the church should be structured and operated.
Lately, I’ve come to realize that there’s a deep sense of emotional exhaustion and physical fatigue felt among everyone as we began to realize there's not a present end in sight to our current circumstances. Pressure and anxiety are high for everyone. This session is part two of a practical solution guide that will help you handle the current chaos. I encourage you to read until the end so that you can learn how to hit the release valve on the pressure in your life.
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1.25 What is the worst chaos you’ve ever been through in your life? Go ahead. Think about it. The thing that comes to your mind is probably something that was incredibly tough and life-altering. I’m guessing that many of you are potentially going through circumstances right now that feel like the toughest thing you’ve ever been through. I know we’re all impacted by the effects of COVID-19, the sicknesses, the deaths, the life changes. The list could go on. These challenges impact our routines, our character, our responses, and yes, even our faith in God.
This is simply our reality. We all go through things. Each one of us can tell a story of some major chaos that disrupted our lives at some point. We could tell of a time that we didn't know how we were going to get through some circumstance; yet, here we are. Here you are taking time to read this. You made it through. Give yourself a pat on the back.
Today, and over the next few weeks, I want to give you tips that will help you learn how to go through those really tough things in life and not just make it through them, but successfully go through them in a timely manner.
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1.24 Sometimes doing nothing is the most productive thing you can do in your day. Now, if you read that first line and you were excited because you now have permission to sit on the couch and play video games, this post is not for you. I’m writing to all of you workaholics out there (you know who you are) to whom work is like a drug. The thought of just doing nothing gives you the heebie-jeebies. You don’t like just doing nothing. I know, I know. You’re a driven person. You have an enormous amount of ambition. Your schedule is hectic. But, there are still times in your life when you need to just do nothing.
In this session, I’m going to give you permission to push against your natural instincts and find some time every day to do nothing. Read until the end, and I'll leave you with a huge practical tip that will help you do nothing!
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1.23 For a while now, one of the best things I’ve done to help me increase productivity is to pause once a week for about fifteen minutes and give vision to my week. It's literally revolutionized the focus that I have in my week, and I think it could help you tremendously as well. I call it “Start of the Week Sight.”
This has the potential to be one of the most impactful subjects I’ve written on if I can help you understand the value of embracing the principle of giving vision to your week. It’s really not that complicated. Stay tuned until the end, and I’ll share a secret about where to find even more details about what to do with “Start of the Week Sight.”
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1.22 NOOOO… I SAID NO… NO NO NO.🙂
“No” is not a bad word, but it surely does feel that way sometimes when you have to use that two-letter phrase. In fact, the word “no” can sometimes have a uniquely overwhelming effect on the person saying it. But it doesn’t have to be that way, especially if you know how to say it well. There’s an art to saying no without losing influence. Stay tuned, and I’ll share with you some of the things I’ve learned about saying no.
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1.21 Most of us think of delegation as a relief of our own pressure. We think of it almost in a selfish way. Sure, it is a relief to us, but we also need to consider the fact that it’s just as important for the other members of our team.
If we don’t release things into the care of others, then we, as leaders, don’t give them the opportunity to be strategically involved in the vision of the church or organization. When we unnecessarily hold on to things, we stand the risk of not having a healthy work-life balance and possibly even burnout in the future. There's no way that we can do it all. We don’t need to do everything. The health of our organizations depends on us to be good delegators.
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It’s amazing how life can just get cluttered with too many things. And when life gets cluttered and there’s so much going on that you don’t have time to breathe, we sometimes tend to eliminate the things that actually bring relief to us. The stress builds and turns into anxiety and emotional tiredness. Then, those things begin to manifest in ways like moodiness, passive aggressive behavior, cynicism, and all sorts of negative ways.
Therefore, it’s extremely important to create margin in your life. Most people struggle with this. Most productive people really struggle with this. To be transparent, I often struggle as well to create and keep margin in my life. Today, I want to give you some thoughts that has helped me, and I believe will help you create the needed margin in your life.
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Time management is one of the leading problems that we all face today. It’s one of the major obstacles that keeps us from accomplishing great things in our lives. I’m speaking of routine time management. How are you doing on a routine basis before you get to the final hours of the deadline? How are you doing with time management in your daily and weekly habits?
I realize time management is a beast for many people. I hope you will stay continue until the end. I’m going to give you the absolute most important tip that will help you conquer the time management beast.
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1.18 Personalities and character traits play a huge role in whether a person thrives or struggles with personal organization. Some people, like myself, love this subject, and other people dread it. Regardless of what side of the spectrum you’re on, I believe that personal organization will directly impact the effectiveness of your ministry.
I'm launching a brand-new series today that’ll be filled with practical productivity tips to help you in your everyday ministry. I hope to give you some of the “why” behind productivity, but my main goal is to just be practical in my approach and add value to you. I’ll share with you the five things that keep me organized throughout my week. It may surprise you how simple they are.
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1.17 The pain in our lives has shaped us to be the people the Lord desires us to be and to fulfill the plan the Lord desires of us. Pain is part of the process that helps us make progress. I have no idea what you’ve had to endure in your past or perhaps are enduring right now. I am definitely not saying the Lord made you go through those things. However, I am saying the Lord is using those things, regardless of what they are or how they came about, to bring you closer to Him and closer to the person/leader He wants you to be. He can use the pain in your life to place in you the key ingredients necessary to make you the leader He’s called you to be.
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1.16 Sometimes pain can surface in negative ways in our lives. It may be embarrassing to us; it could be hurtful to ourselves or others. Sometimes the pain of our past, especially early childhood, can actually create barriers in the way we interact with others in our leadership opportunities. Usually, these things come to the surface when we are tired or stressed or at our emotional limits. They can manifest in all sorts of ways like moving away from people or passive aggressive behaviors or selfish actions. They usually come at the most inopportune times, usually as a result of some sort of pain in our lives. With this blog, I want to dive into more of what this looks like...and give you some simple and practical ideas for what you can do the next time it shows up.
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1.15 The Lord is very calculating and intentional in His actions. When you feel the Lord call you to a specific task, there is usually a purposeful reason. The Lord trusts you are able to accomplish what’s at hand. He wouldn’t have called you, if He had not already prepared you and equipped you for the task at hand.
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(NUMBER 1.14)
Many times the Lord grows us through His word and through prayer; other times He chooses to use our pain to provide us opportunities for growth. Not all of the time, but many times in my life, I probably could have avoided this pain if I had been a better person or better leader or if I would have made better decisions. Regardless of the reason, though, the Lord used these situations, these opportunities, to grow some internal part of my being. And, I must admit, many times the type of growth that happened would have never come without having walked down that particular tough road in my life.
Pain is inevitable. We all experience it; it is part of making progress in ministry and life. If we want to be where the Lord desires us to be, there is no way we can avoid the growth pain helps us achieve.
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(NUMBER 1.13)
It's amazing how many church leaders go through life with people all around them, yet they feel a loneliness that just won't go away. It is actually fairly common to find a leader who is easily triggered by emotional circumstances. These individuals find themselves in a negative state of mind for a whole day or sometimes even days at a time as a result of one of these triggers.
So, what's the solution to the loneliness or the extended, negative rollercoaster of emotions? I want to propose to you today one solution that has helped me in a great way. Let me share with you the idea of creating a Life Team.
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1.12 In the last session, we unpacked some thoughts on productivity versus relationships. It is possible to have a good, healthy rhythm in your life, where you’re accomplishing great things and attending to all the important relationships in your circle of influence.
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1.11 My hardwired nature is to sacrifice relationships at the expense of productivity. I love to work. In fact, you can probably consider it my drug of choice. Fortunately, however, I know exactly where that comes from and I’ve learned to manage that tension within myself. I have learned – am learning - to create a balance of relationships and productivity in my life.
It wasn’t easy, but for the most part I’ve done it. No matter what side of the spectrum you’re on... I know YOU can do it as well.
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1.10 Most church leaders I know are really good at helping others. Sometimes, however, they struggle to be vulnerable and transparent enough to be able to allow others to supply their own needs. Here’s the greater tragedy of that story. Without a coach or a mentor or a counselor to point those things out, most leaders are blinded to the fact they are relationally out of balance.
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1.09 Burnout is a real thing. There are pastors and church leaders all over the world experiencing burnout right now. They blame it on the world’s circumstances and turmoil. Yes, perhaps on the surface that may be the cause; it is definitely a contributor. However, I believe there’s another reason - a better reason - a deeper reason - why so many are feeling burnout. Lack of fulfillment is at its core.
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1.08 There’s no way we can go back to what used to be. In fact, I don’t want to go back. I want to move forward; I want to create new and better fruit for the Kingdom of God. The major changes in the world today have forced us to get creative in our thinking as a church. We are more insightful and more flexible; I believe that’s exactly what’s required for the end-time harvest the Lord desires in His church. We have a choice. We can sit on the bench and wish things would go back to “normal” OR we can position ourselves to get in the game and help get the ball across the goal line. I can tell you from experience, it’s no fun to just sit the bench.
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1.07 Talking to his disciples, His future church leaders, Jesus said in John 15:16: “Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit…" There is one thing holding these disciples back at this point from producing fruit. It is the very same thing that will also hold us back if we don't work to overcome it.
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1.06 Talking to the disciples, His future church leaders, Jesus said in John 15:16: “Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you…" The lives of these disciples perfectly intersected with the Master. Jesus called these future church leaders. Jesus Himself chose them. Yet, not all of them found lasting fulfillment. I think there are church leaders even today struggling to find lasting fulfillment. I just wonder what the cause of that might be.
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1.05 In the last session, I shared with you some common symptoms that show up when a church leader has an unclear mindset. In this session, I want to share with you a few things that will lead to an overall better and clearer leadership mindset. A clear leadership mindset will ultimately produce a better rhythm of life with Christ and with the people we love the most.
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1.04 I’ve noticed some common symptoms when a church leader has an unclear mindset and today I want to give you a few of the main ones that I’ve noticed that you can watch out for.
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1.03 There is a particular mindset that endures. It is productive. It fulfills the will of God. The question of the day, though, is this: Why is the right mindset so very important for your leadership? What’s at stake for you?
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1.02 There are a zillion books on leadership in print today. It seems everyone has a different concept of what leadership is or should be. In an effort to bring some simplicity and clarity to the topic, I’m sharing with you the one single thing that seemed to be the greatest leadership principle Jesus ever exampled.
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1.01 It is so easy for us, as church leaders, to get bogged down in the weeds of just doing ministry week in and week out. But, it is amazing how making a small shift in the way that we see things can give us a much greater leadership perspective.
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