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Our desire is for Kingdom-minded leaders to grow and flourish in their calling. We regularly release new, free resources from our Pinnacle Leaders Podcast focused on three key areas important for anyone who wants to lead well: Lordship, Leadership and Lifestyle.
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We might picture Jesus as wandering around ministering to whomever randomly crossed
his path, but it wasn’t like that at all. He had to be very strategic about what He did and
when He did it so that He would not be killed before his time. The Sermon on the Mount
was one such event that required precise timing, as it launched his Kingdom on earth. In
this episode, you’re getting a sneak peek into our newest online course, Sermon on the
Mount: Jesus’ Greatest Message, coming soon to Christian Life School of Theology Global.
TODAY’S GUEST: DR. PAUL SHIREK
Dr. Paul Shirek is the founder of the Northern Christian Alliance, an organization working
and praying together to present the message of Jesus Christ, strengthen churches, and
positively affect the culture of Wisconsin and the north. He and his wife, Doreen, are senior
pastors at Faith Christian Church, where they have led since its founding in 1985. Paul is
the author of The Last One Standing, a great read for anyone looking to be inspired and see
the vision and drive he has to see God's church thrive in today's culture.
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Sermon on the Mount: Jesus’ Greatest Message – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Following Jesus-The Power of Obedience – In the Great Commission as recorded in Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus left his followers with clear instructions: They were to make disciples by teaching people to obey all he had commanded. Obedience is not a popular idea, but when we dedicate ourselves to following Jesus, we’ll watch our lives transform. In this podcast episode, Dr. Larry Asplund shares principles from his book, Yoked: Teaching Apprentices of Jesus, and unpacks what it looks like to be yoked with Jesus.
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The Great Commission outlines God’s intentions for us to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything the Lord commanded. Today’s episode features a clip from our newest online course, which provides a biblical overview of developing and maintaining multiracial/multiethnic churches. You’ll get a sneak peek into the class, which seeks to clarify the scriptural foundation for culturally diverse churches and describes how these churches can be cultivated.
TODAY’S GUEST: DR. CHENITA SANKS
Dr. Chenita Sanks is the director of Christian education at The House of God in Midland, Georgia. She is also the Vice President and a private tutor for Bright Destiny, Inc., which provides Christian education and discipleship to people of all ages and backgrounds. Dr. Sanks holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and a Master of Divinity in Theological Studies. She has worked as a full-time teacher in the Muscogee County School District for the past 20 years, and her passion is educating the next generation to be Christ-ready, college-ready and career-ready.
SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” – John 13:35
- “For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free—and have all been made to drink into one Spirit.” – 1 Corinthians 12:13
- “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” – Galatians 3:28
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: The Biblical Basis for Multiracial/Multiethnic Churches – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Online Course: The Biblical Basis for Multiracial/Multiethnic Churches (PT596)–Revelation 7:9 tells of a "great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb.” The church is a multiracial, multiethnic body of believers, but you wouldn’t know it by looking at most churches in America today. If you are a church leader who wants to break down the barriers of race in your sphere of influence, be sure to check out this exciting new course from Christian Life School of Theology Global.
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Overcoming Racism with the Gospel – Understanding the Race Cult Mindset – Only the church has the anointing to operate as a unified body in Christ; rules can’t change the human heart, but the gospel can. In this episode of The Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Christian Life School of Theology Global faculty member, Dr. Melvin Johnson, teaches from his course Overcoming Racism with the Gospel. Learn how you can become a powerful instrument in God’s service to bring about racial reconciliation and healing.
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Intentionality is key to changing the way we think. No one accidentally slips into the will of God. A transformed heart and mind result from the passionate pursuit of Christ. In this episode, Dr. Randal Langley offers four mindset shifts to help you align your thinking with God’s truth.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “…being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 1:6 (NIV)
- “Faith is not anti-facts; faith just recognizes that facts can change and that God is the change agent.” — Dr. Randal Langley
- “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” — 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 (NIV)
- “When you want what God wants for the reason God wants it, you’ll have it.” — Dr. Randal Langley
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Algorithm-How to Think Biblically (Part II) – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Decisions Determine Destiny (Part II)- There are three reasons why people make bad decisions: They have the wrong motive, the wrong method or the wrong master. In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, we look at the story of Ruth and reflect on the power of a wise decision. We also see God’s mercy in restoring his people to the fullness of his promises.
- The Ministry of the Holy Spirit (BT820)– This online course focuses on the ever-increasing manifestation and work of the Holy Spirit in the last days preceding the return of Jesus Christ. Gain a renewed hunger in your heart to know the Holy Spirit and become a vessel God can use in the last-days outpouring that He has promised.
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An algorithm is a set of sequential steps and processes that should be followed to solve a problem. As followers of Jesus, our algorithm is the Word of God, not the opinions of people or the ideology of our culture. It takes intentional discipline on our part to think differently, and Dr. Randal Langley shares why biblical thinking should be the benchmark and standard for all areas of life.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “Only give influence to what God’s Word says about you and His truth. If it doesn’t live up to His truth, don’t give it a place of influence over you!” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful” — Psalm 1:1 (NKJV)
- “Not all ungodly council comes from ungodly people.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “Stop imitating the ideals and opinions of the culture around you, but be inwardly transformed by the Holy Spirit through a total reformation of how you think. This will empower you to discern God’s will as you live a beautiful life, satisfying and perfect in his eyes.” — Romans 12:2 (TPT)
- “You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”
— Ephesians 4:22-24 (NIV)
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Algorithm-How to Think Better (Part I) – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Decisions Determine Destiny (Part I)- Whether we like it or not, we’re the sum total of the decisions and choices we’ve made up until now. The good news is, if you don’t like where you’re at, you can change your destiny. In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, we explore the first chapter of Ruth to see the consequences of bad decisions and God’s mercy to restore his people to his intended blessings and promises.
- Engaging the Culture with a Biblical Worldview (BT800)– Christians, no matter what nation they may find themselves living in, have a Biblical mandate to be salt and light and a responsibility to bring Christ’s Lordship to every arena of life. This popular course from Christian Life School of Theology Global is designed for students seeking to understand how the Scripture relates to and mandates specific engagement of the governmental arena and “perceived” political activity.
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Your home life will undoubtedly affect your leadership life. Many people try to live their lives in “compartments,” but God didn’t create us that way. He created us holistically. In this episode, returning guest Dr. Lon Flippo shares how to prioritize your personal life in a way that will help your ministry or organization flourish.
TODAY’S GUEST: DR. LON FLIPPO
Dr. Lon Flippo is Professor and Chair of Pastoral Studies at North Central University in Minneapolis, MN. With more than 30 years of pastoral ministry experience, Lon has written several Christian parenting books and publications related to faith, church, and parenting in a secularized society. He has also spoken at national conferences about family ministry best practices and parenting.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “A lot of people try to live their lives in compartments, but God didn’t create us in compartments. He created us holistically." — Dr. Flippo
- “The pressure of living two different lives has caused collapse and train wrecks in so many leaders’ lives.” — Dr. Langley
- “I discipline my body like an athlete, training it to do what it should. Otherwise, I fear that after preaching to others I myself might be disqualified.” — 1 Corinthians 9:27
- “A good leader is someone aware of what’s going on in their family.” — Dr. Flippo
- “‘Don’t let people see the chinks in your armor’ mostly perpetuates an unhealthy ‘island’ mindset.” — Dr. Langley
- “The highest level of leadership in my life is right under my nose: my wife and my children.” — Dr. Langley
- “Every day really does count. It really does matter.” — Dr. Lon Flippo
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast – Visit our website to check out this podcast episode and others on the topics of lordship, leadership and lifestyle at: www.randallangley.com
- A Theology of Parenting (CC410) – This CLSTG course is designed for Christian parents, grandparents, children’s ministry staff and everyone who wants to positively impact this emerging generation. Taught by CLSTG faculty member Dr. Lon Flippo, you will learn about a broad range of topics including: parenting skills, stages of child development, understanding temperament, communication, the dynamics of discipline, instilling self-esteem, how to be a technologically responsible parent, and much more. Learn more about this course by visiting: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/a-theology-of-parenting-cc410
- “Leadership Starts at Home,” Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Episode 19 – 1 Timothy 3 reminds us that leadership really begins in the home, and that those in our own household are the most immediate and consistent people we lead. In this episode, Dr. Lon Flippo shares practical tips for leading your children and family well from his Christian Life School of Theology Global online course, “A Theology of Parenting.” https://www.randallangley.com/2021/08/31/pinnacle-leaders-podcast-leadership-starts-at-home-wisdom-for-kingdom-leaders/
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Your emotional health is a vital, strategic part of your role as a good leader. In this episode, Dr. Randal Langley and his wife Rev. Laurie Langley continue their discussion of Paul Scanlon’s principles of emotional prosperity. Learn why your emotions need border control, boundaries, literacy and hygiene in order to live a life of freedom and wholeness.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
ABOUT REV. LAURIE LANGLEY
Having more than two decades of experience in leading and developing people and teams, Laurie Langley is passionately committed to the values of integrity and follow-through. From a position of being a lifelong learner, Laurie is recognized as a highly capable communicator, an organization and proficiency professional, and is trained and seasoned in outcome management. In addition to the business skills she has developed over the years, Laurie is passionate about sharing hope, living in peace, and her belief in the power of kindness.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “Don’t major in inspiration and minor in wisdom.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “A boundary protects me; it’s not about controlling you.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- “Never put your emotional home in another human being.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “Self-awareness is the single most important body of information that a leader possesses.” — Reggie McNeal
- “You are the CEO of your life, and God is cool with me loving me.” — Paul Scanlon
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When we talk about aging well, we often gravitate toward the physical implications – exercise, proper sleep and healthy habits. What commonly gets overlooked is our emotional well-being. It’s possible to look well on the outside and be unhealthy on the inside. In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Dr. Randal Langley and his wife Rev. Laurie Langley discuss the first two principles of emotional prosperity as taught by Paul Scanlon.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
ABOUT REV. LAURIE LANGLEY
Having more than two decades of experience in leading and developing people and teams, Laurie Langley is passionately committed to the values of integrity and follow-through. From a position of being a lifelong learner, Laurie is recognized as a highly capable communicator, an organization and proficiency professional, and is trained and seasoned in outcome management. In addition to the business skills she has developed over the years, Laurie is passionate about sharing hope, living in peace, and her belief in the power of kindness.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “You never drift into your best self.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” — 3 John 1:2 (NKJV)
- "Emotions become our mood, moods become our temperament, and temperaments become our personality.” — Paul Scanlon
- “A prosperous soul is a solid foundation for a prosperous external life.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Six Principles of Emotional Prosperity (Part I) – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Healthy Spirit, Healthy Body (Part I) - Physical well-being is deeply connected to spiritual health. Lack of balance on either side can wear us down, reduce our effectiveness and wreak havoc on our lives. In this episode, exercise physiologist Dr. Jason Williams helps us unpack the relationship between body and spirit. He shares biblical wisdom on caring for our bodies so that we can effectively impact God’s Kingdom: https://www.randallangley.com/2022/08/26/pinnacle-leaders-podcast-healthy-spirit-healthy-body-part-i/
- Dynamics of Effective Communication (PT340) – Effective communication changes lives and launches people into action! For those serving in ministry or the marketplace, the ability to communicate and speak effectively is directly connected to your success. In this course, Dr. Randal Langley teaches the SCORRE method of communication logic used by many of today’s successful leaders and speakers. More information is available at: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/dynamics-of-effective-communication-pt340/
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In the Great Commission as recorded in Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus left his followers with clear instructions: They were to make disciples by teaching people to obey all he had commanded. Obedience is not a popular idea, but when we dedicate ourselves to following Jesus, we’ll watch our lives transform. In this episode, Dr. Larry Asplund shares principles from his book, Yoked: Teaching Apprentices of Jesus, and unpacks what it looks like to be yoked with Jesus.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
ABOUT DR. LARRY ASPLUND
Dr. Larry Asplund comes from a long line of Christian ministers and educators. He has been involved in pastoral ministry and teaching for 48 years, including serving as an associate pastor, teaching pastor, senior pastor, and church planter. His professional background also includes being actively engaged in the ministry of higher education for 31 years, including roles as a full-time Bible college teacher, seminary teacher, and university vice president.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” — Matthew 11:28-30
- “We’re not creating a name for ourselves; we’re following Jesus. If I’m under the yoke with Jesus, we’re together.” — Dr. Larry Asplund
- “Sometimes we look at discipleship as primarily an educational process, but even more so, it’s a relational process.”— Dr. Larry Asplund
- “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” — 1 Corinthians 11:1
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Yoked: Teaching Apprentices of Jesus – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Yoked: Teaching Apprentices of Jesus by Dr. Larry Asplund - We all know about the Ten Commandments in the book of Exodus, but Jesus came “full of grace.” Surely the fullness of grace did not involve commandments, right? On the contrary, Matthew’s Gospel reveals very specific commands from Jesus to his followers. If making (and being) disciples requires us to obey the commandments of Jesus, maybe we should focus more attention on what those commandments are and how to obey them.
- Building Churches That Last (PT727)- Church growth has been researched, taught, and written about for decades. Church health is a more recent emphasis, exploring the common elements of church that grow both qualitatively and quantitatively. The keys to both church growth and church health can be found in the book of Acts, and this course seeks to observe the dynamics and principles of the “first church” that can be used to establish a local church that will be more than a fad, lasting until Jesus comes.
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What does it look like for a modern-day church to function as an ekklesia?We’re back with Pastor Kent Mattox from Word Alive International Outreach to discuss the practical ways his church is impacting the local community and the world for Christ. Hear how they are transforming the culture by carrying out biblical mandates like feeding the hungry and caring for orphans and widows.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
ABOUT PASTOR KENT MATTOX
Pastor Kent Mattox is the founding pastor of Word Alive International Outreach. He is a passionate apostolic leader with a great desire to see every individual find the freedom to fulfill their purpose and destiny within the Kingdom. That passion, combined with his commitment to see people succeed in every area of life, fuels the vision of Word Alive. His enthusiasm, genuine love for people and effective teaching have inspired a ministry that spans more than 30 years and embraces four continents.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “If we’re not helping other people better their lives, we’re not on mission.” — Pastor Kent Mattox
- “It’s amazing what can be accomplished when you don’t care who gets the credit.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “A 65% plan implemented is better than a 100% plan thoroughly thought out.” — Pastor Kent Mattox
- “Those of us who are filled with the Spirit of God, led by the Spirit of God, find incredible opportunities in the midst of adversity.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “Answer me when I call to you, my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.” — Psalm 4:1
- “For you, God, tested us; you refined us like silver. You brought us into prison and laid burdens on our backs. You let people ride over our heads; we went through fire and water, but you brought us to a place of abundance.” — Psalm 66:10-12
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Learn how the biblical concept of ekklesia can revolutionize how we do church. The term ekklesia is a Greek word translated as “a called-out assembly or congregation.” In this episode, Pastor Kent Mattox from Word Alive International Outreach will share how his church has successfully moved outside its walls to have a Gospel-centered, transformational impact within the local community, the state and the world.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
ABOUT PASTOR KENT MATTOX
Pastor Kent Mattox is the founding pastor of Word Alive International Outreach. He is a passionate apostolic leader with a great desire to see every individual find the freedom to fulfill their purpose and destiny within the Kingdom. That passion, combined with his commitment to see people succeed in every area of life, fuels the vision of Word Alive. His enthusiasm, genuine love for people and effective teaching have inspired a ministry that spans more than 30 years and embraces four continents.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “... on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” — Matthew 16:18
- “In many cases we’ve become so church-minded that we’re no longer Kingdom-minded.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “What affirms the ekklesia and differentiates it from the traditional church are unusual miracles in the manifest presence of Jesus.” — Pastor Kent Mattox
- “You can’t join the ekklesia—you have to be born into it. That takes an encounter, which then unlocks the Kingdom.” — Pastor Kent Mattox
- “And their calling is to nurture and prepare all the holy believers to do their own works of ministry, and as they do this they will enlarge and build up the body of Christ.” — Ephesians 4:12 (TPT)
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Spiritual and physical health are intertwined, so a lack of balance on either side can render us ineffective in our calling. In Part II of our series with exercise physiologist Dr. Jason Williams, we discuss practical tips and resources for being better stewards of our health so we can maximize our potential as Kingdom leaders.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
ABOUT DR. JASON WILLIAMS
Dr. Jason Williams is an exercise physiologist and teaching faculty member at Florida State University. He has more than a decade of experience in higher education and is a human performance coach. As the founder of Williams Sports & Fitness, he is very passionate about helping God’s people live spiritually and physically healthy lives.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “It’s not about one day. It’s not about one week. It’s about consistently doing the right thing. Consistency is everything.” — Dr. Jason Williams
- “Success is not found in what you do in a moment; it’s found in what you do daily.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “We only get one body. We get no do-overs, so it’s important to steward our physical bodies if we’re going to maximize our potential and live as pinnacle leaders at the top of our calling.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Healthy Spirit, Healthy Body (Part II) – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Divine Health and Healing Principles (PT551) - Sickness and disease are plagues that have taken too much from God's people. Lives, families and ministries have been torn apart by these weapons of Satan. Hosea 4:6 says, "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge ..." Many people are bound and even dying because of a lack of knowledge of God's Word concerning healing. The Bible is full of scriptures concerning healing and health, and this course explains how to apply these truths to our lives. Learn more: https://clstgo-clstglobalonlinelearning.talentlms.com/catalog/info/id:565
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Physical well-being is deeply connected to spiritual health. Lack of balance on either side can wear us down, reduce our effectiveness and wreak havoc on our lives. Our guest in this episode is exercise physiologist Dr. Jason Williams, who helps us unpack the relationship between body and spirit. He shares biblical wisdom on caring for our bodies so that we can effectively impact God’s Kingdom.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
ABOUT DR. JASON WILLIAMS
Dr. Jason Williams is an exercise physiologist and teaching faculty member at Florida State University. He has more than a decade of experience in higher education and is a human performance coach. As the founder of Williams Sports & Fitness, he is very passionate about helping God’s people live spiritually and physically healthy lives.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “It’s hard to be effective in your calling to minister and disciple if your goal is simply to wake up and survive.” — Dr. Jason Williams
- “Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” — 3 John 2
- “If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!” — Matthew 7:11
- Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.” — 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Healthy Spirit, Healthy Body (Part I) – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Divine Health and Healing Principles (PT551) - Sickness and disease are plagues that have taken too much from God's people. Lives, families and ministries have been torn apart by these weapons of Satan. Hosea 4:6 says, "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge..." Many people are bound and even dying because of a lack of knowledge of God's Word concerning healing. The Bible is full of scriptures concerning healing and health, and this course explains how to apply these truths to our lives. Learn more: https://clstgo-clstglobalonlinelearning.talentlms.com/catalog/info/id:565
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Failure is inevitable, but how you respond to it makes all the difference. In Part II of our series on learning from wins and losses, we outline four steps to help you learn from your mistakes and move forward in your calling. Find out how failure can be a valuable asset to your growth as a leader.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
ABOUT REV. LAURIE LANGLEY
Having more than two decades of experience in leading and developing people and teams, Laurie Langley is passionately committed to the values of integrity and follow-through. From a position of being a lifelong learner, Laurie is recognized as a highly capable communicator, an organization and proficiency professional, and is trained and seasoned in outcome management. In addition to the business skills she has developed over the years, Laurie is passionate about sharing hope, living in peace, and her belief in the power of kindness.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “When you win, you win. When you lose, you learn.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- "The one major difference between average people and achieving people is their ability to handle failure and respond to it in a healthy way.” — John C. Maxwell
- "Repentance is agreeing with God, and who wouldn’t want to agree with God?” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- "Accept responsibility, but realize that failure outside doesn’t have to get inside.” — John C. Maxwell
- “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” — Proverbs 27:17
- “Faithful are the wounds of a friend…” — Proverbs 27:6
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As leaders, we’re predisposed to celebrating our wins and hiding our losses. However, there is often significant value in what we call “failure” if we approach it correctly. In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Dr. Randal Langley and his wife and ministry partner of more than 30 years, Laurie Langley, discuss the importance of learning from our mistakes and allowing others to benefit from them, too.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. A visionary leader and dynamic communicator, Dr. Langley serves as a guest-speaker and provides leadership strategy/counsel for ministries and other organizations across the U.S. and internationally. As part of his commitment to helping people achieve their God-given purpose, Dr. Langley is also a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team.
ABOUT REV. LAURIE LANGLEY
Having more than two decades of experience in leading and developing people and teams, Laurie Langley is passionately committed to the values of integrity and follow-through. From a position of being a lifelong learner, Laurie is recognized as a highly capable communicator, an organization and proficiency professional, and is trained and seasoned in outcome management. In addition to the business skills she has developed over the years, Laurie is passionate about sharing hope, living in peace, and her belief in the power of kindness.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “Wise leaders learn from the mistakes of others because you can’t possibly live long enough to make all the mistakes yourself.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “If you cash in on the failure, there’s a way to redeem it. Then it’s not really a failure; it’s a growth moment.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- "Sometimes we go forward, and sometimes we go back. And both of those are good.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “You have to squeeze the good out of what feels like backward movement.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- “Your capacity to grow determines your capacity to lead.” — Mark Miller, Vice President of High-Performance Leadership, Chick-fil-A
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As a Kingdom-minded leader, your greatest reference book is the word of God. The Bible has templates for every possible leadership challenge including how to navigate today’s tense political environment. We are called to pray for our government, partner with them, and be a voice of truth in our spheres of influence. In our latest episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Navigating Today’s Political Environment Biblically, Dr. Kevin Baird, Director of The Florida Capital Project, shares his thoughts on the church’s role in government with our current political climate.
TODAY’S GUEST: DR. KEVIN BAIRD
Dr. Kevin Baird is the Director of The Florida Capital Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to building relationships between church leaders and government officials. With more than 40 years of extensive ministry experience, his professional background includes positions as a lead pastor, church planter, national conference speaker, college professor, talk radio host, Biblical worldview advocate in public policy, blog writer and media analyst on culture. Kevin holds a B.A. in Religion & Philosophy, an M.Div. in Historical Theology, and a D.Min. in the History of Christian Thought.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “No one from the east or the west or from the desert can exalt themselves. It is God who judges: He brings one down, he exalts another.” ~ Psalm 75:6-7
- “Open your heart and mind to think biblically and not politically.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
- “We need leaders that will use the word of God to create policy with the right spirit, the right perspective, and with truth.” ~ Dr. Kevin Baird
- “If we can begin to teach the simple things like, ‘what does love really mean, biblically?’ and ‘how does God see love?’ then these ideals can be applied more easily in our culture.” ~ Dr. Kevin Baird
- “If pastors eject from the system, then there is no voice for God’s word in decision making.” ~ Dr. Kevin Baird
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Leadership requires an intense amount of commitment, drive and hard work. How can you lead well in a way that can be sustained long-term? There are Biblical leadership fundamentals that can help you fulfill your Kingdom mission without experiencing burnout. These essential truths center around the following five areas: presence, purpose, plans, perseverance, and people. In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Dr. Randal Langley, President of Christian Life School of Theology Global, will be sharing key principles for avoiding leadership burnout.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “A person may have many ideas concerning God’s plan for his life,
but only the designs of his purpose will succeed in the end.” ~ Proverbs 19:21 * “Truth’s shining light guides me in my choices and decisions; the revelation of your word makes my pathway clear.” ~ Psalm 119:105 * “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” ~ Proverbs 3:5-6 * “You were created on purpose, for a purpose.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley * “Tell your people how much you need them. That’s not weak; that’s connection.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley * “The Lord uses scarred people to do powerful things for the Kingdom.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
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What’s the best way to ensure a healthy ministry? Be a healthy leader. Learn key principles you can use to lead yourself well into developing healthy leadership habits, emotionally, spiritually and physically in the latest episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast. You can lead in a life-giving way for yourself… and your ministry.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President and CEO of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night, anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to his loved ones.” ~ Psalm 127:2
- “Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, ‘Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.’” ~ Mark 6:31
- “Don’t say ‘yes’ to everything. A good ‘no’ is better than a bad ‘yes.’” Re-access and reimagine your life and what’s most important.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
- “Stay in your power zone where you’re most effective doing the things that God equipped you to do well.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
- “You get one body; there’s no do overs. When your body’s done, it’s done.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
RELATED READING
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com or www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org
- Leaders Under Construction (PT136) – Learn about the facets of ministry and leadership in today's church. Topics include team ministry, discipline and restoration, promotion in the kingdom, reproducing leadership, the nature of leadership, the leader's preparation, and the call of leadership. Get started with this online course today at: https://clstgo-clstglobalonlinelearning.talentlms.com/catalog/info/id:274
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Church growth has been researched, taught and written about for decades. Church health, on the other hand, is a more recent emphasis. Today we’re giving you a sneak peek into a popular Christian Life School of Theology Global course called “Building Churches That Last” taught by Dr. Larry Asplund. In this episode, he highlights nine fundamentals that defined the first church in the book of Acts. Learn the dynamics of the New Testament church that can help build a healthy church today.
ABOUT DR. LARRY ASPLUND
Dr. Larry Asplund comes from a long line of Christian ministers and educators. He has been involved in pastoral ministry and teaching for 48 years, including serving as an associate pastor, teaching pastor, senior pastor, and church planter. His professional background also includes being actively engaged in the ministry of higher education for 31 years, including roles as a full-time Bible college teacher, seminary teacher, and university vice president.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “The #1 American cultural value is individualism. The #1 American complaint is loneliness." — Dr. Larry Asplund
- “The more we’re connected to each other, the more it’s just natural to find helpful ways to live that lifestyle of selfless service.” — Dr. Larry Asplund
- “Unity has to be maintained. You have to work at it. You have to always think, ‘Is this issue worth dividing over?’”— Dr. Larry Asplund
- “If all these dynamics are in place, you can imagine that the neighbors are going to start noticing a difference.” — Dr. Larry Asplund
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According to the Genesis account, God skillfully crafted women and endowed them with a specific expression of His nature. In this episode, learn more about the value of giving women “a seat at the table” and the challenges many of them face in ministry and organizational leadership.
TODAY’S GUEST: REV. LAURIE LANGLEY
Having more than two decades of experience in leading and developing people and teams, Laurie Langley is passionately committed to the values of integrity and follow-through. From a position of being a lifelong learner, Laurie is recognized as a highly capable communicator, an organization and proficiency professional, and is trained and seasoned in outcome management. In addition to the business skills she has developed over the years, Laurie is passionate about sharing hope, living in peace, and her belief in the power of kindness. She lives in Pensacola, Florida, with her husband, Dr. Randal Langley.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “I believe, ultimately, it takes both a man and a woman to fully represent the nature of God.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- “Then God said, ‘Let us make human beings in our image, to be like us. They will reign over the fish in the sea, the birds in the sky, the livestock, all the wild animals on the earth, and the small animals that scurry along the ground.’ So God created human beings in his own image. In the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.” — Genesis 1:26-27
- “Our own gifts compliment — and are synergistic with — men.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- “Jesus was a liberator of women. He set the standard for what He wanted His Kingdom to look like where women are concerned.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- “Offense puts me crosswise with the will of God and it makes me toxic.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- “Sometimes I’ve interpreted [experiencing a glass ceiling] as ‘I’m a problem.’ But I’m not a problem. According to Genesis, we were created as an answer.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- “When Jesus had every opportunity to be offended, He chose to keep His heart soft. That ministers to people: loving others even when they aren’t loving us well. And that can minister to the leadership over us who maybe don’t see the value of having women at the table.” — Jessie Williams
- “Growth happens in the stretching.” — Jessie Williams
- “Man’s ‘no’ cannot compete with God’s ‘yes.’” — Rev. Laurie Langley
- “If you are uniquely gifted in your work, you will rise and be promoted. You won’t be held back— you’ll stand before kings!” — Proverbs 22:29
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If you want to see a miracle happen in your life, take a look at Hannah’s example in the book of 1 Samuel. In our last episode, we saw that she prayed with authenticity. Today, we’re examining two more elements of her prayer: tenacity and surrender. Listen in as we discuss God’s desire to answer the prayers of his people in bigger ways than we could ever imagine.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- Then the Lord said, “Learn a lesson from this unjust judge. Even he rendered a just decision in the end. So don’t you think God will surely give justice to his chosen people who cry out to him day and night? Will he keep putting them off? I tell you, he will grant justice to them quickly!” — Luke 18:6-8a
- “Make sure that God’s voice is the loudest voice in your heart and mind.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “When you want what God wants for the reason God wants it, you’ll have it.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “God’s delays are not necessarily God’s denials.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
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There’s no secret formula when it comes to prayer, but if you’re looking for a miracle, Hannah gives us a solid example to follow in the book of 1 Samuel. It starts with authenticity, and in today’s episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to cry out to God with all your pain and brokenness, trusting that he can make the impossible possible.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “Hannah was in deep anguish, crying bitterly as she prayed to the Lord. And she made this vow: ‘O Lord of Heaven’s Armies, if you will look upon my sorrow and answer my prayer and give me a son, then I will give him back to you. He will be yours for his entire lifetime, and as a sign that he has been dedicated to the Lord, his hair will never be cut.’” — 1 Samuel 1:10-11
- “Things don’t grow in toxic environments." — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “Faith does not deny the facts. What faith does is deny the facts the power to determine your future.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- "It’s okay to cry — just cry for miracles." — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “God is not mad at you; he’s mad about you.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
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Kingdom leaders often expend tremendous time and energy building their teams and organizations, leaving little time to focus on their personal lives. Yet, 1 Timothy 3 reminds us that leadership starts at home. Those in our own household are the most immediate and consistent people we lead. In this episode, we share practical tips for leading your children and family well from our Christian Life School of Theology Global online course, “A Theology of Parenting,” taught by faculty member Dr. Lon Flippo.
TODAY’S GUEST: DR. LON FLIPPO
Dr. Lon Flippo is a Christian Life School of Theology Global faculty member and Professor and Chair of Pastoral Studies at North Central University in Minneapolis, MN. With more than 30 years of pastoral ministry experience, Lon has written several Christian parenting books and publications related to faith, church, and parenting in a secularized society. He has also spoken at national conferences about family ministry best practices and parenting ministry.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “I believe that, going forward, families are going to fast and take a day off from technology." - Dr. Flippo
- “You can’t over-pray with your children.” - Dr. Flippo
- “What could we do as a family to serve more? To model service and giving?” - Dr. Flippo
- “So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” - 2 Corinthians 4:18
- “Love like Jesus loved. When you don’t know what else to do for your kids, just love them.” - Dr. Flippo
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As a leader, it can often be challenging to make your own emotional and spiritual health a priority with all of the associated pressures. You may be familiar with the expression “it’s lonely at the top;” for many Kingdom-minded leaders, feelings of social isolation and loneliness have been exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic. The scaling back of in-person church services and small groups, social distancing, and other results of Covid-19 can make caring for your own soul particularly challenging. Dr. Lon Flippo, Professor and Chair of Pastoral Studies at North Central University shared Biblical wisdom on the topic of leadership soul care in one of our most recent episodes of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Leadership Soul Care in a Covid-19 World.
TODAY’S GUEST: DR. LON FLIPPO
Dr. Lon Flippo is Professor and Chair of Pastoral Studies at North Central University in Minneapolis, MN. With more than 30 years of pastoral ministry experience, Lon has written several Christian parenting books and publications related to faith, church and parenting in a secularized society. He has also spoken at national conferences about family ministry best practices and parenting ministry.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “If leadership was easy, everybody would be doing it. Particularly now, the leadership bar has gone to a whole different level.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
- “Who we are in private is more important than what we portray in public. You make yourself and break yourself behind closed doors.” ~ Dr. Lon Flippo
- “If you don’t attend to your physical man, then your soul gets weary as well.” Dr. Langley
- “Depression is when you can’t get past the past and anxiety is when you can’t see past the future.” ~ Dr. Lon Flippo
- “Manage your margins, secure your support, and stay in the presence of God.” ~ Dr. Lon Flippo
- “Find trusted, Kingdom-minded leaders who you can learn and grow from. You have to learn from the mistakes of others because you can’t possibly live long enough to learn them all yourself.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
- “Take time to do what’s necessary to build relationships.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
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Church and ministry leaders often launch into full-time ministry without any formal training, making fulfilling the calling God has on their lives much more difficult than it could’ve been with the right preparation. Approaching their own leadership for educational resources can be tricky – the only potential solutions often involve significant financial sacrifice beyond what a typical ministry salary can afford and/or unrealistic time demands for an already over-extended work schedule.
Many of the best and brightest ministry leaders have left their ministries and churches to attend a residential Bible college or seminary with little chance of returning. In our latest episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, “Next Level Leadership Training: Easily Start Your Own Bible College,” our guest, Dr. Russ Schroeder, Director of Operations and Logistics for Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), offers affordable, easy-to-implement solutions for churches and ministries to offer next-level leadership training in-house.
TODAY’S GUEST: DR. RUSS SCHROEDER
A devoted Christian administrator with over two decades of pastoral experience, Dr. Schroeder is the Director of Operations and Logistics for Christian Life School of Theology Global. His previous experience also includes work as a missionary and church planter along with serving as Dean of Liberty College of Biblical Studies. Prior to that, he served as a member of the Liberty Church pastoral team in the Pensacola, FL area.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
● “You have to have a passion [for the Kingdom], but you also have to have a place to go. ” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
● “The longer you spend in the Word of God, the more you’re going to be changed and look like Jesus.” ~ Dr. Russ Schroeder
● “These days, the EQ has gone a lot further than the IQ.” ~ Dr. Russ Schroeder
● “A degree in theology changes who I am. It makes me a more valuable person in the church, at home, in the workplace... it doesn’t matter where I go.” ~ Dr. Russ Schroeder
● “I need quality people who can bear the load of ministry, but that’s only part of the equation. The other part is that I want high-capacity leaders to send out into the community.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
● “All you have to do is love and nurture and encourage your students. We do the rest of it.” ~ Dr. Randal Langley
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There are three reasons why people make bad decisions: They have the wrong motive, the wrong method or the wrong master. In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, we continue our exposition of Ruth to reflect on the power of a wise decision and God’s mercy to restore his people to the fullness of his promises.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “Oh, that I had wings like a dove; then I would fly away and rest! I would fly far away to the quiet of the wilderness. How quickly I would escape—far from this wild storm of hatred.” — Psalm 55:6-8
- “God usually doesn’t give you the wings of a dove to fly away; He wants to give you the wings of an eagle so you can rise above the storm.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- "Get it right where you are, and then wherever you go, you carry the rightness with you.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- "If you turn your heart away from God, you can always go back.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Decisions Determine Destiny (Part II) – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Paul’s Epistle to the Colossians (NT610) - This course teaches the overarching content of the Epistle to the Colossians, the character of the man who authored it, the circumstances in which he wrote, and the key spiritual truths and principles Colossians opens. Students will see this epistle as personal, practical and prophetic—urging us to focus on Christ and heavenly things. Learn more: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/pauls-epistle-to-the-colossians-nt610/
- Engaging the Culture with a Biblical Worldview (BT800) – Christians, no matter what nation they may find themselves living in, have a Biblical mandate to be salt and light in that arena and a responsibility to bring Christ’s Lordship to it. This course answers the question as to whether or not Jesus, the early church and apostles engaged in the governmental arena and exactly how they approached it. Learn more: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/engaging-the-culture-with-a-biblical-worldview-bt800/
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Whether we like it or not, we’re the sum total of the decisions and choices we’ve made up until now. The good news is, if you don’t like where you’re at, you can change your destiny. In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, we explore the first chapter of Ruth to see the consequences of bad decisions and God’s mercy to restore his people to his intended blessings and promises.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “What Satan has meant for destruction, God can turn around and use for our good and bring us back to a place of victory if we turn back to him.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- "You’ve got to learn from the mistakes of others, because you can’t possibly live long enough to make all the mistakes yourself.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- "Sin will take you farther than you want to go, keep you longer than you want to stay and cost you more than you can afford to pay.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: Decisions Determine Destiny (Part I) – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
- Paul’s Epistle to the Colossians (NT610) - This course teaches the overarching content of the Epistle to the Colossians, the character of the man who authored it, the circumstances in which he wrote, and the key spiritual truths and principles Colossians opens. Students will see this epistle as personal, practical and prophetic—urging us to focus on Christ and heavenly things. Learn more: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/pauls-epistle-to-the-colossians-nt610/
- Engaging the Culture with a Biblical Worldview (BT800) – Christians, no matter what nation they may find themselves living in, have a Biblical mandate to be salt and light in that arena and a responsibility to bring Christ’s Lordship to it. This course answers the question as to whether or not Jesus, the early church and apostles engaged in the governmental arena and exactly how they approached it. Learn more: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/engaging-the-culture-with-a-biblical-worldview-bt800/
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In many Christian circles today, “the power of prayer” has simply become a widespread catchphrase, and many of us have forgotten its truth. Yet in reality, prayer is not only a powerful spiritual weapon, it’s also one of the most basic tools for intimacy with the Father. In this episode, learn how you can transform your church into a powerful house of prayer.
TODAY’S GUEST: REV. SOLOMON OFORI-ANSAH
Pastor Solomon Ofori-Ansah serves as the Head Pastor at Wisdom House Church in Foley, Alabama, and today, he’s bringing some of that wisdom to our listeners. He has worked with such notable ministers as Reinhard Bonnke, Marilyn Hickey and Chantell Cooley, co-founder of Columbia Southern University. He has also ministered in the U.S., Europe and Africa for over 25 years.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “There’s no way we can do this life as Christians without the presence of God.” — Solomon Ofori-Ansah
- “What prayer does is facilitate our walk with God.” — Solomon Ofori-Ansah
- “When I’m in the presence of somebody, it’s a natural thing to have a conversation with them. When we become aware of the Father’s presence, it’s a natural expression to have a conversation with Him.” — Dr. Langley
- “One word from God can make all the difference in our life; it can change everything.” — Dr. Langley
- “And he said to him, ‘If your presence will not go with me, do not bring us up from here.’” — Exodus 33:15
- “If we want to cultivate this atmosphere of prayer in the church, leaders have to pray with their team.” — Solomon Ofori-Ansah
- “When you add prayer to Bible study, you get revelation. It brings wisdom. It brings understanding.” — Solomon Ofori-Ansah
- “I do nothing on my own but say only what the Father taught me.” — John 8:28
- “[Prayer is] supposed to be a walk. If you’re not sure how it’s supposed to be done, don’t fret. It grows with time. The more you do it, the more it develops and the more refreshing it becomes.” — Solomon Ofori-Ansah
- “You can always start with just thanksgiving. And that is powerful.” — Solomon Ofori-Ansah
- “If you feel like you’re not hearing from God, just give it time. It’ll happen. The more you do it, the more your spiritual senses are sharpened.” — Solomon Ofori-Ansah
- "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” — John 10:27
- “Pray without ceasing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:17
- “He’s always there, always willing to draw close.” — Dr. Langley
RELATED RESOURCES
- Pinnacle Leaders Podcast — Visit our website to check out this podcast episode and others on the topics of lordship, leadership and lifestyle at: www.randallangley.com
- The Praying Church (PT125) — Taught by Dr. Sue Curran, this class is a study of God's purpose for corporate prayer in the church as demonstrated in Scripture. Topics include the principle of agreement, having the spirit of prayer, going over the wall, knowing He hears us, and the why, who and how of leading in corporate prayer. https://clstgo-clstglobalonlinelearning.talentlms.com/catalog/info/id:307
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What is the key to reaching the next level as a leader? You have to be willing to let go of something you have in order to reach forward to something better. The question you must ask yourself is, “What’s the next level worth?” In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Dr. Randal Langley and his wife and ministry partner of more than 30 years, Laurie Langley, discuss the first five tradeoffs worth making for anyone who desires to move forward in their calling.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
ABOUT REV. LAURIE LANGLEY
Having more than two decades of experience in leading and developing people and teams, Laurie Langley is passionately committed to the values of integrity and follow-through. From a position of being a lifelong learner, Laurie is recognized as a highly capable communicator, an organization and proficiency professional, and is trained and seasoned in outcome management. In addition to the business skills she has developed over the years, Laurie is passionate about sharing hope, living in peace, and her belief in the power of kindness.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
• “You’ve got to be willing to make certain sacrifices to maximize your potential and walk in the fullness of your leadership calling.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
• “The greatest detriment to tomorrow’s success is today’s success.” — Rick Warren
• “Pay now, play later; play now, pay later.” — John C. Maxwell
• "You will get all you want in life if you help enough other people get what they want." — Zig Ziglar
• “Continual growth and learning isthe prize. It’s what’s worth going after.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
RELATED RESOURCES
• Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: 10 Tradeoffs to Take Your Leadership to the Next Level (Part I) – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
• The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership (PT511) - This course focuses on the study and application of the 21 laws of leadership as defined and written by Dr. John Maxwell. Gain a thorough knowledge of each of the 21 laws and be exposed to questions that challenge current systems of application. Clear, practical, and life-changing, this course is a wealth of practical insights on what it takes to be an effective leader. Learn more: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/the-21-irrefutable-laws-of-leadership-pt511/
• Building Churches That Last (PT727) – This course explores the “first church” described in the book of Acts and seeks to observe dynamics and principles that can be applied today. Discover the keys to both church growth and church health, and learn how to establish a local church that will be more than a fad, lasting until Jesus comes. More information is available at: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/building-churches-that-last-pt727/
ABOUT THE EPISODE
What is the key to reaching the next level as a leader? You have to be willing to let go of something you have in order to reach forward to something better. The question you must ask yourself is, “What’s the next level worth?” In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Dr. Randal Langley and his wife and ministry partner of more than 30 years, Laurie Langley, discuss the first five tradeoffs worth making for anyone who desires to move forward in their calling.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
ABOUT REV. LAURIE LANGLEY
Having more than two decades of experience in leading and developing people and teams, Laurie Langley is passionately committed to the values of integrity and follow-through. From a position of being a lifelong learner, Laurie is recognized as a highly capable communicator, an organization and proficiency professional, and is trained and seasoned in outcome management. In addition to the business skills she has developed over the years, Laurie is passionate about sharing hope, living in peace, and her belief in the power of kindness.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
- “You’ve got to be willing to make certain sacrifices to maximize your potential and walk in the fullness of your leadership calling.” — Dr. Randal S. Langley
- “The greatest detriment to tomorrow’s success is today’s success.” — Rick Warren
- “Pay now, play later; play now, pay later.” — John C. Maxwell
- "You will get all you want in life if you help enough other people get what they want." — Zig Ziglar
- “Continual growth and learning is the prize. It’s what’s worth going after.” — Rev. Laurie Langley
RELATED RESOURCES
• Pinnacle Leaders Podcast: 10 Tradeoffs to Take Your Leadership to the Next Level (Part I) – Visit our website to check out the video version of this podcast at: www.randallangley.com
• The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership (PT511) - This course focuses on the study and application of the 21 laws of leadership as defined and written by Dr. John Maxwell. Gain a thorough knowledge of each of the 21 laws and be exposed to questions that challenge current systems of application. Clear, practical, and life-changing, this course is a wealth of practical insights on what it takes to be an effective leader. Learn more: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/the-21-irrefutable-laws-of-leadership-pt511/
• Building Churches That Last (PT727) – This course explores the “first church” described in the book of Acts and seeks to observe dynamics and principles that can be applied today. Discover the keys to both church growth and church health, and learn how to establish a local church that will be more than a fad, lasting until Jesus comes. More information is available at: https://www.christianlifeschooloftheologyglobal.org/course/building-churches-that-last-pt727/
ABOUT THE EPISODE
“The best is yet to come” may be a cliché, but it’s also a Kingdom principle. In this episode of the Pinnacle Leaders Podcast, Dr. Randal Langley and his wife and ministry partner of more than 30 years, Laurie Langley, discuss the importance of being a lifelong learner. God has given you passions, skills and talents that he expects you to steward for his glory, so you must be intentional about growing your gifts. When you commit to a strategic plan of personal growth and development, you’ll find that the world opens up in front of you.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY
Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
ABOUT REV. LAURIE LANGLEY
Having more than two decades of experience in leading and developing people and teams, Laurie Langley is passionately committed to the values of integrity and follow-through. From a position of being a lifelong learner, Laurie is recognized as a highly capable communicator, an organization and proficiency professional, and is trained and seasoned in outcome management. In addition to the business skills she has developed over the years, Laurie is passionate about sharing hope, living in peace, and her belief in the power of kindness.
QUOTES & SCRIPTURE TO REMEMBER
• "If you’re a leader, you never get to the point where your influence is maxed out. You have unreached potential that’s still ahead of you.” - Dr. Randal S. Langley
• Even in old age they will still produce fruit; they will remain vital and green. - Psalm 92:14
• “In leadership, how far you go depends on how much you grow.” - Dr. Randal S. Langley
• "The key to happiness is this one word: progress.” - Rich Wilkerson, Jr.
• "Don’t get addicted to the finish line. The goal is growth. I don’t have to be the best today, but I can get better today.” - Dr. Randal S. Langley
• "The season that we’re in is not inferior to the seasons of the past." - Dr. Randal S. Langley
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Although 2020 was a year of intense attack from the adversary, and 2021 was a year of extended recovery, 2022 is all about growth and advancement. God establishes seasons and we need to lean into what he’s teaching us in each season. There is often a gap between the promises God gives us and the fulfillment of those promises, but it’s important not to rush the process. While we live in a “now” culture, we must learn to embrace the journey.
ABOUT DR. RANDAL S. LANGLEY Dr. Randal S. Langley is the President of Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), a world leader in theological and leadership education, providing online degree programs and customized Christian higher-education solutions for churches, ministries and other organizations. Dr. Langley is also president of the International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries and is a founding partner and certified life coach, teacher, and trainer for the John C. Maxwell Team. His desire is to help people fulfill their ultimate purpose in life and achieve their God-given dreams.
ABOUT REV. LAURIE LANGLEY Having more than two decades of experience in leading and developing people and teams, Laurie Langley is passionately committed to the values of integrity and follow-through. From a position of being a lifelong learner, Laurie is recognized as a highly capable communicator, an organization and proficiency professional, and is trained and seasoned in outcome management. In addition to the business skills she has developed over the years, Laurie is passionate about sharing hope, living in peace, and her belief in the power of kindness.
EPISODE OVERVIEW
The past couple years presented challenges we’ve never experienced before. We had to trust in God’s power and provision in order to walk through some very unique circumstances. Now, in 2022, we’re entering into a new season – one defined by growth and advancement.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 says, “For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.”
God establishes seasons, and we must be prepared to function according to the demands of each season. We might not fully understand what God is doing in a particular season, but in those times we have to remember that he’s a good father. We can trust him even when we don’t have complete clarity, knowing he’s always working things out for good.
It’s important we value the process of growth. Most leaders quit growing by the end of their 20s, and this could be because they don’t understand the significance of what growth brings. We have to sow before we can reap, and God can teach us valuable lessons while we’re waiting for the harvest season.
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