Canby Bible College Curiosity Project

This will be the last Curiosity Project podcast I'll be a part of. So when my friend Pastor Mark Smith asked if he could interview me for the finale, this was the result. We cover a broad range of topics, including ministry, marriage, money, business, and training a dog. You can watch this conversation on YouTube here For the last time, love you guys, but Jesus loves you more! CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/ Podcast https://anchor.fm/canbybiblecollege YouTube https://youtu.be/juY2DVR12Bw

Dr. AJ is a brilliant and passionate and kind. In this interview (which you can watch online at CBC's YouTube channel) he shares why Sabbath keeping is vital to our wellbeing, practical tips for keeping it, and helpful guardrails for avoiding legalism in the process. Buy the book here CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/ Podcast https://anchor.fm/canbybiblecollege YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbfF0dEYWM3pPDcyL5uPfA

Shannon Rants is wonderful and wise. In this episode of the Curiosity Project, we're talking about how to become a better listener, and why connecting with your own emotions is key to helping others. CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/ Podcast https://anchor.fm/canbybiblecollege YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbfF0dEYWM3pPDcyL5uPfA

Dr. Liddel is President of Great Northern University, a new Christian university in Spokane, Washington. In this episode, we're talking about the leadership principles and dynamics of early-stage ventures, how to connect our work to God's Kingdom, and principles for leading meetings and building relationships with your team. CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/ Podcast https://anchor.fm/canbybiblecollege YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbfF0dEYWM3pPDcyL5uPfA

Dr. Leah Payne, Professor of Theological Studies at George Fox University and Portland Seminary, shares her passion for church history and pop culture. We talk through the difficulties of studying church history and still loving the church, why a one-dimensional view of our heroes never works, and a useful tool to discern your pop culture intake. Leah is also the co-host of the Weird Religion podcast, which you should definitely check out. Leah's Podcast: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/weird-religion More about Canby Bible College CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/ Podcast https://anchor.fm/canbybiblecollege Register for Classes this Fall https://www.canbybiblecollege.org/register-for-classes/

Dr. Ted Roberts has helped hundreds of individuals, families, and couples break free from the power of sexual addiction. He shares his wisdom on understanding this addiction, first steps towards freedom, and why community is vital to lasting change. Ted is the founder of Pure Desire Ministries and the former senior pastor of East Hill Foursquare Church, and an author. You can watch this conversation on YouTube CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/ Podcast https://anchor.fm/canbybiblecollege YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbfF0dEYWM3pPDcyL5uPfA

Pastor Ron Swor, senior pastor at Canby Foursquare Church and President of Canby Bible College, has been faithfully serving the church for over 40 years. In this episode, he shares his wisdom on what he looks for in young leaders, areas to focus on early in your ministry career, and why grit matters more than giftedness. CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbfF0dEYWM3pPDcyL5uPfA Register for Classes this Spring https://www.canbybiblecollege.org/register-for-classes/

Dr. Tim Rahschulte is a CEO, author, professor, and lifelong learner. He brings a wealth of wisdom on leading teams, leading yourself, and the kind of performance that achieves meaningful results. This conversation will give you actionable insights to take your leadership to the next level. CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/ Register for Classes this Fall: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org/register-for-classes

The role of women in the church is controversial and complicated. So when I bumped into the work of local New Testament scholar and professor, Dr. Nijay Gupta, I was curious to hear his thoughts on why he believes in women in ministry leadership. Nijay is a rare blend of incredibly well-read and well-spoken. He addresses the biblical, linguistic and cultural elements of the argument in a peaceful and approachable manner. CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbfF0dEYWM3pPDcyL5uPfA/videos

On this episode, I’m talking with Kevin McCarthy, entrepreneur, author of the book, Blindspots, public speaker, and convicted felon of a crime he didn’t knowingly commit. Kevin’s story is so fascinating, and we spend the first half of time together talking about how his blindspots led to decisions that would land him in prison. But Kevin is also a gifted public speaker and the past president of the Oregon chapter of the National Speaker’s Association, so we talk about the craft of presenting ideas in front of a group, how and how much to practice, what to do with hands, and how to get better each time you speak. Kevin’s insights are so practical for everyone, and especially the leader looking to communicate clearly. See this conversation take place at https://youtu.be/lQx6hiwMYRs CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/

On this episode, I’m talking with Adam Hillis, Executive Assistant at Beaverton Foursquare Church. We’re talking about the value of serving others, and get practical insights into how to manage tasks, reminders, calendar appointments, databases and more. Adam is a humble, effective, and thoughtful leader whose wisdom is on full display in this conversation. You can watch this conversation take place on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/MLeBtnNMib4 CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/

On this episode, I’m talking with Insil Kang, Senior Director of Community, Hospitality and Communications at Village Church, a thriving multicultural faith community in Beaverton, Oregon. She shares some beautiful wisdom on how churches and leaders can integrate culture and the gospel to reflect God’s design for diversity. Insil is amazing, and authentic and insightful and woefully out of touch with K-Pop, something she is apparently okay with. I learned a great deal from this conversation and trust you will as well. You can watch this conversation on our YouTube Channel CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/

Kevin Whitman, the Area Director for the Mission Increase Foundation, a nonprofit focused on helping other nonprofits implement a biblical approach to fundraising. Kevin has degrees from LIFE Pacific College and Azusa Pacific, a pastoral background and a professional’s effectiveness. He is one of the most thoughtful and articulate leaders I know, and truly passionate about helping other reach their goals. Whether you’re involved in a the fundraising aspects of a nonprofit, this conversation with Kevin Whitman will give you insights into a biblical theology of money, God’s faithfulness to fulfill His mission, and the practical steps needed to nurture a network of supporters. See this conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BF43d9uDtCo CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/

On this episode, I’m talking with Dr. Adrienne Rankin, Executive Pastor of Beaverton Foursquare Church. Adrienne has a Masters from Biola and a Doctorate from Regent University in Strategic Leadership, with an emphasis in Executive Coaching. For the past 10 years, she’s served on staff at one of the largest churches in Oregon, helping over 5,000 people encounter Christ on a weekly basis, while creating and sustaining the systems, processes and teams responsible to make it all happen. Adrienne and I chat about the nature of the work of an Executive Pastor, the questions we should be asking ourselves if we want to grow, and how our prayer life is a key indicator of health. More information about Canby Bible College is here

On this episode, I’m talking with Dr. Gerry Breshears, Professor of Theology at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon. For 40 years, he’s taught Scripture, proclaimed the Gospel, and helped people along the way. He’s been equipping church leaders for decades, and I was curious about his perspective on how to a helpful presence in the lives of those who are hurting and have questions. So in this episode, we talk a lot about how to listen well, how to be intellectually and spiritually honest with difficult circumstances, what to do and not do when trying to help another, and even how to succeed in school. Find out more about Canby Bible College

Greg Russinger pastors Alongsiders Church in Portland, Oregon, and loves Jesus deeply. He shares his thoughts on how to be a good neighbor in an urban context

Joy Strube is a CBC alumni and the Community Outreach Director at Canby Foursquare Church. As an accomplished and capable leader, she reflects on: 0:00 - How she got started 4:35 - Networking tips 6:15 - Defining a problem through listening 8:11 - Who to ask 10:25 - Asset based community development 15:40 - Social gospel vs proclaimed gospel 20:58 - Challenges integrating both 24:12 - A model for community engagement 25:55 - Honoring dignity 28:38 - Leadership principles 37:33 - Keeping a sustainable pace 41:11 - Book recommendations 42:13 - 3 more leadership principles 45:19 - Last words of wisdom CBC website: https://www.canbybiblecollege.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanbyBible/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/canbybible/

Sammy Jamison has 40+ experience caring for those experiencing grief and loss. His wisdom, pastoral sensitivity, and deep love for Jesus provide an accessible template for understanding how to be a helpful presence to hurting people.

Armed with enough curiosity and a willingness to learn, every leader can grow. Canby Bible College Dean James Walton sits down with church, nonprofit, and business leaders who are full of wisdom and experience. Each episode focuses on a conversation that will help deepen your thinking, shape your perspective, and give you practical wisdom to be an effective leader.