The Canvascast

This episode is for the new and future church planters. In the second part of Fears, Tears and Cheers, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns continues in his discussion on building a strong and healthy church. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

Clear communication is a key component not just in organizational lives but in our personal lives as well. In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns gives us tips on how to communicate effectively with the people around us in order to best deal with conflict and criticism. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

What are the key ingredients to turning talented players into a great team? In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns gives us 7 keys that will help our teams not only be great individually but become successful together. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

No matter how you slice it, everything rises and falls with leadership. Leaders determine the direction, culture and structure of an organization. In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns explains 4 levels of leadership and the influence they produce, ultimately showing us how to become a person people want to follow. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

It takes more than a talented group of people to make a great team. It also takes believing in the same vision and goals. In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns speaks about 4 ways we can lead our teams around a clear vision. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

It's not just luck. There are major differences in structure, leadership, and culture that cause churches to grow. In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns speaks about several strategic shifts that you can make to begin structuring for growth. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

In "Nine Things Team Members Want More Than A Raise" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns speaks about the importance of team morale in leadership along with 9 specific things that team members want from their leaders even more than a raise. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

In "The Leadership Mentality" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns speaks about the importance of mental toughness in leadership along with 12 things that mentally tough people do not do. Maximize your growth as a leader using these practical tips. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns explains that perspective is everything. It affects the way you approach all leadership and personal growth decisions. A change of perspective can change the course of your leadership life dramatically. From not taking yourself too seriously, to separating who you are from what you do, this episode exists to help you check your perspective and maximize your leadership potential.

Tough decisions are a part of leadership. In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns discusses how to be more effective in your decision making. Have a question for us? Submit your questions via email to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll do our best to answer them all on an upcoming episode of The Canvascast.

In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns describes the importance of leading in a way that empowers others to dream higher and reach farther. This type of leader inspires others to live a life of purpose and fulfill their God-given potential. Have a question for us? Submit your questions via email to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll do our best to answer them all on an upcoming episode of The Canvascast.

This episode is for the new and future church planters. In the first part of Fears, Tears and Cheers, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns gives us some points that are important to know when building a strong and healthy church. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

At some point in the life of every leader, someone will put a microphone in your hand. In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns covers a few essential principles that are key to effective communication. Have questions for us? We're here to help! Email your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and one of our staff will reach out to you shortly.

Maintaining momentum is key in any growing organization. In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns explains six key momentum-killers. Avoiding these six things will allow your leadership to be more effective, without hindering the growth of your organization. Have a question for us? Reach out via email at podcast@canvasfl.com Interested in hearing more from Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns? Follow him on both Twitter and Instagram for more incredible leadership content | @jmarkjohns

In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns uses a story from Jesus' ministry to illustrate the cost of leadership. Every leader desires to be more effective, but not all are willing to do what it takes to reach their next level of effectiveness. To be a part of something truly significant, one must be willing to accept the changes and challenges that come in the process.

In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns talks about the importance of identifying volunteers who have the capacity to lead. A lack of volunteer leaders can often be a serious hindrance to church growth, as not all needed positions can be staffed. Attracting, identifying, and elevating volunteers with the ability to lead is a powerful asset for any church that is committed to growing its influence.

Sometimes knowing what not to do is just as important as knowing what to do. In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns speaks about how to stay healthy in your leadership life by creating your very own "not to-do list."

In this episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns talks about a common issue amongst all leaders; insecurity. Use these tips to identify signs of insecurity in your life and learn to combat them with several practical tools.

In "The Power Of Number Nine" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns speaks about the power of self control in leading effectively. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

The departure of attenders who call your church home can actually be a sign of a healthy, growing church. How can this be so? Find out six practical reasons why it can actually be healthy for others to leave your church, and how to respond to it, in this teaching from Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns.

In "Embracing Change (Five Ways Great Leaders Keep Growing)" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns speaks about the importance of recognizing and accepting change with regards to personal growth. Maximize your growth as a leader using these practical tips. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

In "What Is Your I.Q. (Inspirational Quotient)?" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns discusses the importance of being able to inspire those that you lead. Strengthen your ability to inspire by using these practical tips in your daily interactions with others. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

In "Five Core Values Of A Next Level Leader" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns discusses five qualities that can take your leadership ability from good to great. Do you have a question about church health, church growth, or leadership development? We're here to help! Send your questions to podcast@canvasfl.com and we'll be answering them on future episodes of The Canvascast.

In "Understanding People And Church Growth" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns covers several misconceptions and key concepts that surround the idea of building a growing church.

In "Understanding People And Church Growth" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns covers several misconceptions and key concepts that surround the idea of building a growing church.

Talent isn't everything. In this two-part episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns explores four specific qualities of a leader that can add value to others. These four qualities, when lived out, can take ordinary talent and turn it into extraordinary ability.

Talent isn't everything. In this two-part episode of The Canvascast, Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns explores four specific qualities of a leader that can add value to others. These four qualities, when lived out, can take ordinary talent and turn it into extraordinary ability.

In "The Four Dimensions Of Extraordinary Leadership" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns discusses how to follow the example of Jesus by leading with your heart, mind, soul, and strength. For more information about Canvas Church, visit canvasfl.com

In "The Four Dimensions Of Extraordinary Leadership" Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns discusses how to follow the example of Jesus by leading with your heart, mind, soul, and strength. For more information about Canvas Church, visit canvasfl.com

In "Becoming A People Builder," Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns discusses a key characteristic of an effective leader; adding value to the lives of others. For more information about Canvas Church, visit canvasfl.com

In "Becoming A People Builder," Canvas Church Lead Pastor J. Mark Johns discusses a key characteristic of an effective leader; adding value to the lives of others. For more information about Canvas Church, visit canvasfl.com