DiscipLead Podcast

In this episode, Mike and I explore what it means to find your purpose, how to embrace life's valleys as meaningful chapters in your story, and the vital link between our physical health and spiritual well-being. Quotes for Notes:“Live on purpose, with a purpose, for a purpose.”“We are digging our graves with a fork, knife, and a spoon.”“If you don't feel good physically, you're not going to be your best spiritually.”Links:Revelation 14:13: “Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.”1 Corinthians 10:31 “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”Sermons We See by Edgar Guest: https://www.yourdailypoem.com/listpoem.jsp?poem_id=2270

In this episode, we talk about building trust on your team, creating authentic community, and discipling the current generation of students. We also talk about their new community and resource hub that is completely free called “The Simple Youth Pastor”. Quotes for Notes:“…you've got to find the balance of answering the questions they're actually asking and then giving them some stuff that you know they need that they don't know that they need.”“Those are the two things you need to build your youth group on: give them the truth and create an authentic community.”“Vision is not something you think up, it is something you pray down.” Links:https://www.thesimpleyouthpastor.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@thesimpleyouthpastor

In this episode, Jeremy and I discuss how to build trust, the connection between communication and innovation on your team, and balancing your priorities. Quotes for Notes:“…having that trust and integrity in business, and sometimes it's hard because you may lose money on some things, but you gain trust and the relationship with that client. And business is nothing but relationships.”“Communication and relationship with your team helps promote the innovation that is needed. We are constantly empowering our employees to get the job done.”“If you're starting your day in prayer every day, that helps set things in motion.”Links:https://www.unitedfoodandbeverage.com/

In this episode, Anthony and I discuss a variety of topics, including spiritual disciplines, mentorship, achieving success in ministry, the art of delegation, and how to maintain focus amidst distractions. Anthony shares his heart on the crucial role of accountability and living with purpose and discipline. Quotes for Notes:“Fear and anxiety is a Lordship problem.”“Always ask what God is up to in any given situation.”“I think success in ministry, probably is best measured in your home than in the church.”Links:https://www.practicingtheway.org/book

In this episode, Kevin and I discuss different seasons of his life and ministry, as he offers valuable insights on everything from faith and time management to discernment, raising up leaders, and finding our true value.Quotes for Notes:“We can get so caught up in doing good things, that we will sometimes fail to do the things that matter the most.”“Faith is not taking a leap into the unknown. Faith is taking steps into certainty.”“God does not measure our value based on our productivity. He measures our value based on our identity.”Links:https://www.wmmed.orghttps://holmes.edu/

In this episode, Mike and I discuss his personal testimony and call to vocational ministry. We talk about ministry as a challenging but rewarding call and how that plays out in the life of a pastor or spiritual overseer. We discuss the role of parenting and reflect on what the decades of life and ministry have taught Mike and through him sharing, what it can teach us. Quotes for Notes:“You love being a pastor. It is an incredible calling. Yes it is challenging but equally, it is rewarding.”“I don't believe God is nearly as interested in growing big churches as He is in growing big believers.”“…discipline focuses more on behavior and discipleship focuses more on belief.”Links:John Bevere Website:https://johnbevere.com JD Greear Website:https://jdgreear.com/resources/sermons/ Craig Groeschel Website:https://www.craiggroeschel.com Carey Nieuwhof Website:https://careynieuwhof.comUnStuck Church Podcast:https://theunstuckgroup.com/content-types/podcast/

In this episode, Gray and I discuss the many different places and seasons of his life journey including his family farm, deployment in the Middle East, serving as a NC State Trooper, and pastoring in the local church. Through the lens of leadership, we discuss how all these different locations have been training to fulfill God's call on his life and what these leadership lessons ultimately mean for all of us on our discipleship and leadership journeys.   Quotes for Notes:“Discipline: Willing obedience to orders. Period.”“You may be a driven leader and accomplish your mission greatly but what do you do with the fallout? Sometimes buy-in comes from caring for your team.”“When they begin to see the sweat, labor, and the care that you've put into them and you're doing it with them; in essence is that not training?”

In this episode, Chris and I start by talking about his latest book, “Things We've Handed Down”. We cover a wide variety of topics including why he wrote this book like it could be his last, how to approach the holiday season, and discovering where our deep gladness and the world's deep hunger meet in our lives. Quotes for Notes:“…sometimes the things we are reluctant to talk about are those very things that we need to talk about the most.”“Where do we need most to be and where are we needed most?”“The best way to deal with disappointment, even if it is disappointment with God, is with God.” Links:Amazon: http://bit.ly/cmaxman Website:chrismaxwell.me Facebook: facebook.com/PauseWithChrisMaxwell Twitter:@CMaxMan Instagram: CMaxMan  Podcast: https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com/

In this episode, Jamie and I discuss questions about his ministry and military experience, in which he shares wisdom and insight into all things leadership and discipleship. Jamie's words can help us all grow in our ability to serve God, country, and people. Quotes for Notes:“I still believe that God's Word holds answer to life's most important questions.”“Rank, title, position should really be used as a platform to serve others. That just means you have more influence to be able to impact more people. To be able to take care of more people.”“It is impossible to recognize our strengths and weaknesses so we have to be accountable to other people and receive regular feedback…”

In this episode, Keith and I discuss some of the God stories of his personal journey and church leadership experiences. Having overcome multiple health complications, Keith has gained a perspective on life and leadership that is inspiring, convicting, and beneficial for disciples and leaders from all walks of life. I hope this interview is just as empowering for you as it was for me! Quotes for Notes: “What you want, you need to model.”“I don't think people expect their leaders to be perfect but they expect them to be honest and expect them to have integrity.”“How you measure success is not always in numbers. How you measure success is am I doing what the Lord wants me to do?”

In this episode, Michelle and I discuss family ministry, specifically looking at the importance of parents and ministry leaders passing on their faith to the next generation. We present multiple tools and resources that I believe you will find helpful on your journey as you think about personal discipleship, family ministry, and impacting generations to come. Quotes for Notes:“It's not about us being perfect but about pursuing a perfect God together.”“What starts as an invitation from Jesus to follow Him, obey Him, and love Him…. turns quickly into performing for Him and being enough for Him so that He will love us.”“If you are a to-do list person, change that to a to-be list.”Links:https://michelleanthony.orghttps://michelleanthony.org/books/https://www.amazon.com/Family-Ministry-Essentials-Childrens-Ministries/dp/0781412978/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8PUVLE3CGMM5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nVL6_22tf9FHttRJI9C-UlbAONq6ZqwopigAGFHUbg59wYVc_HbCXHxI5DPIAzFfqq6mnRLTFlDvmI62OZQaNVlkjMgsKzN9KY6GD8BZo_XYDCWlvV_NcI2nDe7bhwk6XmkBpmpVLGQhAeYvYsz0TNSxUr3C2BQM6GyrdDVragkuI70Wavr2qfBrQoYEKbeJ1UnXQXcdpVZ2ZK8UgMFkZJ59XMn-w-Rzkv1X41iY2vM.AXtPA1DksNvOFgDSI3zhacDSA3Vdka2c7jiEbfvTFL8&dib_tag=se&keywords=7+family+ministry+essentials&qid=1722090641&sprefix=7+family+ministry+%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-1 https://www.amazon.com/s?k=michelle+anthony&crid=1Y4G0ADPB8LA8&sprefix=michelle+anthony%2Caps%2C110&ref=nb_sb_noss_1https://the-iff.com

In this episode, my Dad and I discuss the call to ministry, leadership lessons, apologetics, remembering past generations, and parenthood. We share openly and hope that our conversation will be helpful and beneficial for you and your family as you journey through this life together.Quotes for Notes:“God has a unique way of ministering and manifesting Himself to and through God's people…”“One of the most amazing things about comprehending the universe is that it is even comprehendible.”- Albert Einstein“Maybe that is part of being a successful parent, because you do make so many failures but you learn from them.”

In this episode, Tim and I discuss the miracles and stories from his call to ministry and 44 years of ministry experience. I'm also delighted to be able to share about his new book entitled, “Sunday Table”, which is a power-packed, insightful 52-week devotional.Quotes for Notes:“Some time I think we try to avoid conflict but instead we are just avoiding communication with people.”“I felt like being a denominational leader is an assignment in my life, that helps me fulfill my purpose in my life.” (Thinking about the difference of assignments and purpose)“Keep your journal right beside where you do your devotion so that when God does speak to your heart, you can write some things down.”Links:https://timlamb.mehttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=sunday+table+tim+lamb&crid=2HZ3B8SV9J7QA&sprefix=sunday+table+tim+lamb%2Caps%2C376&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_21

In this episode, Josh and I discuss his call to ministry, which shifted him from a major public university to a private Christian university to prepare for what God had in store. As he shares about pursuing God's call on his life, Josh speaks from the overflow of wisdom that God has shown him about the pace of ministry, self-care, and making sure you take care of the team under your influence.Quotes for Notes:“Doing ministry “on the way”: Doing ministry on the way to a ministry opportunity.”“Be open to be interrupted by the Holy Spirit.”“…not to be so busy with what our agenda is, what our calendar is for the day that we miss out and we are not sensitive to see people around us that are going through something and stop to just be shoulder for someone to lean on or just a listening ear.”Links:https://rrt.billygraham.orghttps://rrt.billygraham.org/training-opportunities/

In this episode, Steve and I talk about leadership lessons he has learned through different areas and seasons of ministry. We also discuss ministry resources and opportunities for pastors, and end our conversation examining his brand-new book (Climate Change: God's Plan for Calming Life's Storms) and podcast (Pastor Pause).Quotes for Notes:“Sometimes we confuse energy for anointing.”“Everybody needs a coach and everybody needs a counselor.”“Silence (from God) is not permission to quit.”Links:https://phpastor.orghttps://flourishinginministry.orghttps://www.careforpastors.orghttps://www.rplnish.orghttps://shop.barna.com/products/the-resilient-pastor Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Climate-Change-Calming-Lifes-Storms-ebook/dp/B0CSMD2Q7B/Print: https://www.amazon.com/Climate-Change-Calming-Lifes-Storms/dp/1960024345/ All major podcast platforms: Pastor Pause https://open.spotify.com/show/1aUI6pTarYXsG4eichHS7g?si=de969fcb1ec547d7

In this episode, Kristi and I discuss family-centered discipleship and ways her team at LifeSprings can help serve your family and church. We also talk about her brand new podcast that she co-hosts with Travis Lowe, the “Bring Me My Books” podcast. Quotes for Notes:“If it's worth doing, it's worth doing a little.”As Christians: “…we are to be students of the Word, we are words people in general.”“Don't say I'm just not a reader. And don't say I just don't like that because like any habit, like any joy, it usually takes some time to cultivate.”Links:Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bringmemybooksYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsyVGw-USVuGlQ1p_n3q27QLifeSprings Website: https://lifespringsresources.comBooks for Podcast: lifespringsresources.com/bring-me-my-books-2024-bundleHopeWord: madetoflourish.regfox.com/hopewords-2024Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bring-me-my-books/id1722072162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4WsXxEQJdaMRQJtlquaKlj?si=e6bb5876506d4a1e

In this episode, David and I discuss his salvation story, call to ministry, the mentors who impacted his life at an early age, and the miracles of divine healing and provision God has displayed in his life.Quotes for Notes:“Joy is able to rise above the circumstances and still have the peace of God reign in your heart and life.”“The thing the Lord has taught me, there is no better time to start thanking Him for the victory or coming out on the other side, than right in the middle of the trial.”“Joy causes us to be able to rise above or soar above the circumstances. Whatever you're going through doesn't dictate what your life is going to be like. It's what the Word declares is what my life is going to be like and what my God is able to do.”

In this episode, Lou and I discuss his 26 years as an Army Chaplain, how to view our spiritual gifts, and ways to improve our prayer life, including a transformational question we can ask Jesus. Finally, we discuss the Thriving Throughout the Seasons of Pastoral Ministry program of the IPHC, which includes takeaways for Christian leaders in any capacity. Quotes for Notes:“I have learned to ask Jesus, “how are you praying for me?””“Healthy churches are winsome, they draw people in.”“It's not our accomplishment, it's our impact.”https://www.amazon.com/Discover-Your-God-Given-Gifts-Fortune/dp/0800794672https://www.amazon.com/Sight-UnSeen-Story-Courageous-Faith/dp/1953247350Lou Shirey's Email: LShirey@iphc.org

In this episode, Sergio and I discuss legacy, passing on our faith to the next generation, leadership challenges that the worldwide church is facing, different levels of leadership, and more.Quotes for Notes:“Your kids will not do what you tell them to do, they will do what they see you do. They will not do what you tell them, they will replicate who you are.”“Regardless of what you do, the goal is not to build an island within the ministry. You can be successful and still create division.”“You can have talented, gifted, and called people but if you don't empower them, and release them to do the job of the ministry, nothing is going to get done.”Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Ryan and I discuss topics like having a faith worth believing, key lessons he has learned in ministry, and why you should not finish every book you start reading. We also conversate about how every person is a theologian, the difference in enjoying writing and enjoying having written, and his new blog that launched in July 2023.  Quotes for Notes:“I wanted to be able to defend my faith… I had this sense that if this is true, if this is worth believing, if it worth investing my life into this, then it will stand the test of scrutiny and it will withstand the test of the questioning and whatever the world puts to it.”“I'm not sure God is interested in me becoming any of that stuff. I think God is interested in me becoming the best version of me I can be… He does have a shape of our life and that shape is the shape of a cross.”“Every man and woman is a theologian. The only question is the quality of your work.”Links:https://www.drryanjackson.comMusic by:AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, W.A and I discuss some helpful insights he has gleaned from his ministry experience, including the power of equipping others for ministry, avoiding being too busy, and finding balance in the mission of the church under your care. We dig into his background, call to ministry, discipleship in the local church, and resources that can help you no matter where you are in the discipleship journey.Quotes for Notes:“A pastor who is too busy to pray with other pastors is too busy.”“I discovered that the more I would equip the people; help them discover, develop, and deploy their ministry gifts, the more time I actually had to devote myself to prayer and to the ministry of the Word.”“I did try to balance those five purposes that Rick Warren writes about…. Worship, fellowship, mission, ministry, and discipleship.”Links:https://iphc.org/discipleship/summit/ https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Pastor-Theologian-Possibilities-Leadership/dp/0830851712https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-Communicating-Faith-Age-Skepticism/dp/0143108719/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1L4LV94J3OY1L&keywords=timothy+keller+preaching&qid=1693790280&s=books&sprefix=timothy+keller+preachin%2Cstripbooks%2C139&sr=1-1https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?Ntt=purpose+driven+church&N=0&Ntk=keywords&action=Search&Ne=0&event=ESRCG&nav_search=1&cms=1&ps_exit=RETURN%7Clegacy&ps_domain=wwwhttps://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?Ntt=pastoring+men&N=0&Ntk=keywords&action=Search&Ne=0&event=ESRCG&nav_search=1&cms=1&ps_exit=RETURN%7Clegacy&ps_domain=wwwhttps://www.christianbook.com/christian-conversation-about-issues-matter-most/patrick-morley/9780310361534/pd/361534?event=ESRCGhttps://www.amazon.com/What-Man-Dr-Joaquin-Molina/dp/0974632953/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3FEPXB9C7K1D&keywords=molina+what+is+a+man&qid=1693790424&s=books&sprefix=molina+what+is+a+man%2Cstripbooks%2C130&sr=1-2https://www.amazon.com/Called-Men-Western-Society-Stolen/dp/0578517671/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QXUFTS92LRXY&keywords=called+to+be+men&qid=1693790457&s=books&sprefix=called+to+be+men%2Cstripbooks%2C130&sr=1-1https://iphc.org/discipleship/thejourney/

In this episode, Tracy Reynolds and I discuss his new book, “Second Chair Leadership: How to Serve, Thrive, and Lead From Where You Play”. We cover a wide-range of topics including his salvation story, influence, vision, failure, accountability, and more!Quotes for Notes:“Empathy is me feeling your pain in my heart. And I think if I'm going to serve a first chair well, I am going to have to know a bit about what they go through each day.”“Mission would be why we do what we do. If we accomplished our mission, imagine what that would look like, and that's your vision.”“When we talk about doing something new, say listen, “If we don't like it, we don't ever have to do it again.”” Links:ctracyreynolds.comhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/1960024086?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_QYM652QYFD7MYBRC47GZhttps://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com

In this episode, Terry and I discuss what he has learned in multiple decades as an evangelist and in the classroom as a professor. We also talk about his role as the Director of Global Outreach & Leadership Development in the IPHC and his latest book entitled, “The Dream Train”. Quotes for Notes:“Things that worked in previous cultures, and settings, and times don't necessarily translate.”“Somehow, I have always made preaching the primary doctrines of the Church a high priority. Those messages that are focusing on the Bible, what the Bible is, who Jesus is, the death, the resurrection, the ascension, the coming of the Lord… those can and will and should be preached everywhere.” “The Christian life is not just an experience; it is a journey.”Links:https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Train-Terry-Tramel/dp/1667843613/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EFS9LO4BE7G6&keywords=the+dream+train+terry+tramel&qid=1686431926&sprefix=the+dream+train+te%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-1https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Terry%20Tramelhttps://give.iphc.org/projects?query=&filter1=21https://www.terrytramel.comMusic by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

Jonathan and I discuss a wide variety of topics including church leadership and its impact on his personal call to ministry, lessons learned in ministry, church planting, and how to connect with younger generations of students. Quotes for Notes: “How important it is to leaders in the church… to be attentive to the Holy Spirit because the gentleman who was willing to stop me (and ask me to pray about being a youth pastor), that changed my entire life!”“Every pastor on the face on the planet is an itinerate pastor.”“We as church people, we get into our routine and we forget that we've got to be intentional about being the face of Christ even in our gathered settings.” Links:https://www.plantachurch.ushttps://exponential.orghttps://ralphmoore.nethttps://karlvaters.comhttps://www.amazon.com/Hybrid-Church-Rethinking-Post-Christian-Digital/dp/0310142962Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, instead of an interview, Jonathan talks directly with his audience about some recent thoughts and resources that have been helpful to him in the areas of discipleship and leadership.  Links:https://acuff.me/podcast/Music by:AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Justin and I discuss how he sought to develop relationships before articulating a vision for his local church, the impact of embracing differences in a local church context, and the power of empathy toward people you encounter. Quotes for Notes: “I would never tell anyone I know what you are feeling because every situation is different but at the same time (what I went through) gave me not just a sympathy but an empathy to be able to walk with people through difficult times.”“I have nothing to say but I'll sit in the ashes with you.”“You are making a bigger difference than you realize.”Links:https://landmarkchurchok.comMusic by:AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Tres and I discuss trends he is seeing with college students and how important it is to provide context for them, not just information. We discussed recruiting, raising up, and releasing leaders for teams, the impact of music in the church, how disappointment and leadership are more connected than you think, and much more! Quotes for Notes:“Students today do not need you or me in order to find the answer to some of the questions they might have. They can Google it faster than you and I can think of a response.”“…(there is) a difference (in) needing information and needing context to know what to do with it.”“It is far better to pray, “Lord, send the right people” than to pray, “Lord, send me that person or send me more people.”“…Not trying to win them (people) with one thing and then expect something different in the process.”“The more you want God to use you, the more you have to use what He has already given you.”“Leadership: Disappointing people at a rate they can manage.”- Tod BolsingerLinks:https://growingleaders.com/product/complete-habitudes-book-series/https://www.amazon.com/Music-Through-Eyes-Faith-Harold/dp/0060608625 https://www.amazon.com/Canoeing-Mountains-Christian-Leadership-Uncharted/dp/0830841474/ref=asc_df_0830841474/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312741934517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12512234365636441360&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010217&hvtargid=pla-526365392361&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=64940825031&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312741934517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12512234365636441360&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010217&hvtargid=pla-526365392361 https://www.amazon.com/Rings-Fire-Walking-through-Volcanic/dp/1631463942/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1I6R1F0591CR0&keywords=rings+of+fire+leonard+sweet&qid=1676938076&s=books&sprefix=rings+of+fire+le%2Cstripbooks%2C113&sr=1-1 https://www.amazon.com/Tempered-Resilience-Leaders-Formed-Crucible/dp/0830841644/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tod+bolsinger+tempered+resilience&qid=1676938113&s=books&sprefix=tod+bo%2Cstripbooks%2C110&sr=1-1 https://www.amazon.com/Worship-Matters-Leading-Encounter-Greatness/dp/158134824XMusic by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

Jeremiah and I discuss the impact of his early exposure to missions work, feeling called to be a missionary and educator and how that has led him to Thailand, and the creation of The Way Center: a place where kids can encounter the love of Jesus. Quotes for Notes:“The biggest way I know this was from the Lord… when I put the prayer into it, the Lord makes it very clear through his peace in my heart.”“Trust God's timing.”“There is something powerful about community, where we are able to share life together.”Links:https://donorbox.org/way-centerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB-DKb1Rk2wVenmo: @parkjeremiahMusic by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In today's episode, Mark gets practical on how we can get better at evangelism, the importance of the 4-14 window, and the power of letting go of our shame.3 Quotes for Notes:“A lot of times we experience excitement (while doing evangelism) but we recognize that as fear.”“We have to have a massive bias for action.”“50 percent of regular church goers have not accepted Jesus as their Savior.”Links:https://evangelismonfire.libsyn.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evangelism-on-fire/id1528792278https://www.evangelismonfire.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/638357340418570https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Contagious-Christian-Bill-Hybels/dp/0310210089https://www.cefonline.comhttps://www.lifeway.com/en/product/tell-someone-bible-study-book-P005776124?mcid=Adwords-sb-PLA-005776124&cmpid=pm:ggl:220725%7Coth%7Cshopping%7Cadults%7Cadults%7C17855455345%7Cadults_pmax:pla:na&ef_id=Cj0KCQiAsoycBhC6ARIsAPPbeLto6goVrIojXJ8z6mxcz6yS7dKg2eRu7ycSoB4kem7mA1xRjpgZZEIaAu3dEALw_wcB:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!4443!3!!!!x!!!17855455345!&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsoycBhC6ARIsAPPbeLto6goVrIojXJ8z6mxcz6yS7dKg2eRu7ycSoB4kem7mA1xRjpgZZEIaAu3dEALw_wcBMusic by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In part 1 of our two-part episode, Mark and I discuss his testimony of coming to faith after surviving three drug overdoses, why he is so passionate about evangelism, and how to never be bored in your Christian life. Quotes for Notes:“We've got to go them (non-Christians) and we've got to share what we have been given, that eternal gift of salvation.” “We as Christians have the glorious honor of carrying out the mission of our Lord Jesus Christ.”“As Christ-followers, you will never live a boring or stagnant life if you're actively sharing your faith in Jesus.”Links:https://evangelismonfire.libsyn.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evangelism-on-fire/id1528792278https://www.evangelismonfire.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/638357340418570Facebook for DiscipLead Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMusic by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

Kenan and I discuss him being a co-founder of Kingdom Collective, how open discussions about faith led him to a deeper relationship with Jesus, and the need to teach all generations God's Word, while giving them opportunities to lead.   3 Quotes for Notes:“We really need to challenge these younger generations; you can absolutely open up the Word of God and you can receive from it in a deep and meaningful way.”“We see this movement (Kingdom Collective) as a place where we can invite young people in and can have an impact on them.” “Keep growing, keep being hungry, don't neglect to be in the Word.”Links:Facebook for DiscipLead Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastFacebook for Kingdom Collective:https://www.facebook.com/wearekingdomcollectiveInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/wearekingdomcollective/?igshid=NmNmNjAwNzg%3DWebsite:https://www.wearekingdomcollective.shop/?fbclid=IwAR2K_6j5LM9N-182QuTx5TFP4fk_CmXOSaVQ-K3EQ4rVroOC9p4XmVh0chMWorship House Videos:https://fb.watch/fKOoK1BeQY/https://fb.watch/fKOpU8fvnV/https://fb.watch/fKOqADEyiJ/Email: wearekingdomcollective@gmail.comMusic by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Shane and I discuss his physical transformation over the last four years, the need for mentors in ministry, surrounding yourself with people who are where you want to be, and more.  3 Quotes for Notes:“It's going to be harder for you in ministry if you don't connect with people.”“Effecting change in your life isn't the physical, it's the mental. If I can beat my mind, if I can beat that, then I can do it.”“If I am going to be a marathon runner, I need to run with marathon runners.”Links:https://www.facebook.com/pastormselrodhttps://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMusic by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Jonathan and I discuss a wide-range of topics including putting your family first, communicating with students in a fast-paced world, empowering others to lead, and being faithful with what God has given you right now.   3 Quotes for Notes:“If my relationship with my [family] is not what it is supposed to be, I will never step into the fullness of how I'm supposed to minister to other people.”“As a student pastor, I am big on building teams and trying to help empower people to do stuff but that takes time.”“Who has God given you now to shepherd, to disciple, to serve?” Links:https://www.undividedwknd.comhttps://www.remind.comhttps://www.canva.comhttps://mailchimp.comhttps://home.planningcenteronline.comhttps://youthpastor.co Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Chris and I discuss his latest book, “Equilibrium: Finding Balance on Life's Uneven Surfaces”. In our conversation, we talked about writing as a form of therapy, how the voices we hear influence the choices we make, and how we as leaders can start on a path toward greater balance in our lives.3 Quotes for Notes:“Your feelings are not the voice of the Lord.”“Sometimes we worship our worship instead of letting worship be one of the acts of celebrating God and His goodness.”“The voices we hear influence the choices we make.”Links:https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.comchrismaxwell.meCMaxMan11@gmail.comhttps://www.amazon.com/Equilibrium-Balanced-Lifes-Uneven-Surfaces/dp/1953247717/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26ZQYS4USJ6YZ&keywords=equilibrium+by+chris+maxwell&qid=1653419812&sprefix=equilibrium+%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMusic by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

Stephen and I discuss the amazing story of Farmhouse Coffee, the importance of staying humble and teachable, and trusting God to open and close the right doors in life and ministry. 3 Quotes for Notes:“Be humble and teachable.”“Money always follows the mission.”“Tug on the door handle and see if the door opens.”Links:https://www.facebook.com/FarmhouseCoffee.cohttps://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastInstagram: @FarmhouseCoffee.co

In this episode, Ray and I talk about the challenges of being a bi-vocational minister, what he learned traveling to seventy different countries, disciplines and habits that are keeping him healthy, and much more.3 Quotes for Notes:“He (God) removed the challenges for the calling.”“Ministry does not stop just because things get difficult.”“Give us a faith with no point of reference.”Links:https://faithdetroit.comhttps://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMusic by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Jason and I cover a multitude of topics including the call of God, lessons learned through over two decades of ministry, Christian education, staying the course through COVID, and more. 3 Quotes for Notes:“God puts people around us that can see about us what we don't even recognize about ourselves.”“Ministry doesn't happen on the mountain top. Ministry happens at the base of the mountain, in the valleys, where people are, where people live.”“Are we forgiving one another's trespasses or are we creating, are we highlighting, one another's trespasses?”Links:https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcasthttps://ec.edu/2021/12/08/emmanuel-moves-forward-with-plan-to-offer-masters-programs/Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Randy and I discuss his call to pastoral ministry, planting Echo Church in the midst of COVID, and what he has learned from formative leaders like TD Jakes and Rod Parsley along the journey so far. 3 Quotes for Notes:“Believe the unbelievable, receive the impossible.” “Are you preparing for what you're praying to God for?”“The more light you give off, the more bugs you attract.” Links:https://www.echoraleigh.comhttps://bishopsvillage.comMusic by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Kevin and I discuss a range of topics with honesty and openness. We look at the importance of being an expert in what God has called us to do, focusing on energy management over time management, and staying healthy spiritually, physically, and emotionally. 3 Quotes for Notes:“What God calls you to do, be an expert in it.”“Sick leaders don't build healthy teams.”“Either you're going to prepare and prevent or repair and repent.”Links:https://www.myfitnesspal.com http://thrivechurch.mehttps://discipleadpodcast.buzzsprout.comhttps://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMusic by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

In this episode, Dave and I explore how to deal with negative people, discuss how to maintain consistency in the midst of the busyness, and look at how to steward our time and prioritize people the way Jesus did in His earthly ministry. 3 Quotes for Notes: “How do you deal with negative and cynical people? Don't become one.”“Never miss a great opportunity to shut up.”“There is only one thing I can take to heaven and that is people.”Links:https://rphc.netFacebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMusic: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

In this episode, Becky and I discuss her new book Sight UnSeen: A Story of Courageous Faith. We explore parts of her personal faith journey and some of the insights she has learned along the way. We examine what these insights and truths mean for all of us in our discipleship and leadership journey. 3 Quotes for Notes:“God enlarges our heart to receive more of Him.”“Is this an opportunity or a distraction?”“The opposite of faith is sight.”Links: https://rebeccashirey.comhttps://www.amazon.com/Sight-UnSeen-Story-Courageous-Faith/dp/1953247350/ref=sr_1_1?crid=22OQ0A8ZKL1LA&dchild=1&keywords=sight+unseen+rebecca+shirey&qid=1634842673&qsid=141-3461437-7727334&sr=8-1&sres=1953247350&srpt=ABIS_BOOKhttps://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMusic: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

In today's episode, I sit down with my friend Josh Bridges and discuss the call to ministry, the journey of transitioning from being a senior pastor in South Carolina to being an overseas missionary, and what ministry he and his family will be doing in Wales and Northwest Europe.“3 Quotes for Notes":“People don't remember how you come, they remember how you leave.”“Many times we sit in churches today we and say, “Well it's not happening like it did 100 years ago… Well God's not the one who's changed”“…they just keep celebrating what other people are doing but God keeps bring that call back that they are supposed to be stepping out to do something.”  Links:https://iphc.org/arise/Website: https://give.iphc.org/missionary/joshua-and-bethany-bridgesMail: IPHC World Missions Ministries P.O. Box 12609 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73157 Account #30131S Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMusic: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

In today's episode, Lee and I discuss his latest book on discipleship, his personal practices regarding relationships and discipleship, and how we can intentionally disciple disciple-makers.“3 Quotes for Notes":“Find the few you are supposed to be discipling. Jesus didn't disciple everybody.”“Pastors need to identify who are the few I'm supposed to be investing and raising up as disciple-makers?”“The only way we are going to stop the abuse of women is to heal the hearts of men.”Links:https://leegrady.comhttps://themordecaiproject.orghttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=lee+grady&ref=nb_sb_noss_2https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMusic: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

In today's conversation, Ray and I discuss some of the key lessons he has learned in ministry, the difference between transactional and transformational prayer, the essential need of balance as a leader, and much more. “3 Quotes for Notes”1. “God help me to be doctrinally sound but spiritually alive.” 2. “Prayer is more than a transactional phenomenon. It is a transformational experience with the Lord.”3. “You can't lead anyone, or any organization, anywhere, until you've been there yourself.” Links:Arise to Prayer Link: https://iphc.org/ariseinprayer/Rick Renner Website: https://renner.orgRick Renner Resource: https://renner.org/product/the-miracles-of-jesus-christ-15-part-series/Doug Small Books: https://pdouglassmall.org/publications/Spirit Life Website: https://www.uscciphc.orgMusic: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

In this episode,  Chris, Tracy, and I discuss the launch of their podcast "Next Step Leadership", the necessity of staying connected to others, and how to care for people in a healthy way as leaders. "3 Quotes for Notes"1. "Get people out of rows and into circles."2. "It breaks my heart that people choose to live in the singular rather than the plural."3. "Let's be leaders who care but don't carry." Links:DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcasthttps://chrismaxwell.mehttps://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-step-leadership/id1556321231Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

In this episode, Jon and I discuss the release of Room 6060: Of Death and Hope, Of Grief and Joy, the importance of not putting on a show for God or people, and the necessity of honesty in our grief. "3 Quotes for Notes":1. "Christians struggle with having a performance perfect faith.”2. “Put the charades and the performance down because God is not asking you to put on a show for Him. So much of our lives we spend putting on the show we think others want to watch.”3. “Grief is not evil… it is in fact your heart responding in the full strength of love… it is your heart standing in defiance of death… it's love not settling for anything less than life-everlasting.”Links:DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastMinistry Website: www.jonandericatogether.comEmail: jonanderica.together@gmail.comJon's Instagram: _jon_campbell_Book Link on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Room-6060-Death-Hope-Grief/dp/195324727X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=room+6060+books&qid=1618064617&sr=8-1Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

In this episode, Ben and I discuss his early call to pastoral ministry, what it was like planting a church 6 months before the COVID-19 shutdown, and the importance of mission and vision in a church or organization."3 Quotes for Notes":1. “Vision is the target of imagination.”2. “The job of a leader is to see before others see and to see beyond what others see.”3. God says, “Providing isn't something that I do. It's who I am.”Links:DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastReflection Church Website: https://reflection.churchhttps://churchfront.comhttps://prochurchtools.comMusic: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

In this episode, Stephen and I discuss how technology is affecting ministry to teenagers, the importance of staying hungry as a learner,  and some of his own personal leadership rituals. "3 Quotes for Notes":1. Regarding technology: “It has become a very powerful tool in an inexperienced hand.”2. As a learner, “You eat what you're hungry for.”3. “We tend to give less credence to the people we know very well and more credence to the people that we kinda have an idealized vision of.” Links:DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcastFlipboard App: https://flipboard.comThank You For Being Late Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thank-You-Being-Late-Accelerations/dp/0374273537Stephen Jones' Article: https://iphc.org/discipleship/2021/01/19/the-story-of-joseph-the-worlds-first-gen-zer/Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com