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January often comes with pressure—to reset, to plan, to figure everything out quickly. But what if the beginning of the year is meant to be entered slowly?In this solo episode, I reflect on the year that was, shares my Word of the Year—Quiet Trust—and invites Christian coaches, therapists, spiritual directors, and helping professionals to consider a gentler way of beginning the year.Drawing from personal experience, Let's explore:Why January doesn't have to be a deadlineHow honoring the year we've lived shapes the year aheadWhat Quiet Trust means in both life and leadershipHow a word or phrase can guide us from being into doingWhy sustainable, faithful work requires trust more than urgencyI also want to share  ways listeners can stay connected and supported throughout the year through pop-up workshops, community, and certification opportunities.This episode is my  invitation to walk into the year—not run—and to trust the work God is already doing.FREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn't matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Join the REALIFE Practice Membership!The REALIFE Practice Membership is designed for those who want to grow spiritually, but feel like REALIFE is getting in the way. We'll learn how to integrate meaningful spiritual practices and tools into our daily lives through live group calls, group coaching, training videos, downloadable resources, and an interactive community. Visit www.therealifeprocess.com/membership to join us today!Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and traveling as much as possible. About Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

Scripture says that our life is like a vapor. How we think about time should be biblical. The enemy wants to distort our view of time. Everyone assumes they have tomorrow, but we aren't guaranteed that. We plan like we have tomorrow, yet we should live like we do not.

We all want a new year to feel different.But most change doesn't fail because of a lack of desire.It fails because of a lack of positioning.Jesus didn't say try harder.He said draw nearer.Fasting isn't about punishment.It's about clarity.It's not about what you give up. It's about what you make room for.This year doesn't begin with louder goals.It begins with healthier habits.With prayer.With surrender.With leaning into God at your inflection point.Some breakthroughs don't come from effort.They come from alignment.This is my year because this is my posture.Not a diet. Not a trend.A posture of surrender.Who's fasting something this week?Main Scripture: Luke 2:11-20; Philippians 2:3; Proverbs 4:20-22; Genesis 12:1-4; Nehemiah 8:10; John 3:16Topic: Bible Teaching, Bible Study, Christian Leadership, Kingdom Builders, Living on a Mission, Use Your Gifts, Serve God, Pray Give Serve, Faith ForwardSupport the show ------------------------------------------WANT MORE?Say You Love Me 1: Building Healthy RelationshipsToxic 1: What are Toxic Thoughts? Things Jesus Never Said 1: Is Loving Money Bad? Bondage Breaker 1: Tormented by your past? ------------------------------------------ JOIN US!Visit us at www.FusionChurchNY.com for the most up-to-date in-person service times and events. Join a Small Group.------------------------------------------FOLLOW US!Make sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and Tiktok.

In this week's episode of In Totality, I'm back with my girl Dinorah Peña for Part 2 of our conversation.We talk through the moments after the “yes”, when obedience is heavy, sanctification feels slow, and trusting God isn't as simple as it sounds. We share about the struggle of delighting in the Lord, turning away from pride, and depending on the Holy Spirit during times of anxiousness.This conversation is full of raw truth for anyone in a season of obedience without clarity. If you've ever asked, “Why is this walk still so hard?” Or felt alone in your becoming, we pray this reminds you:You're not behind. You're being refined. God is still with you, even now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Men and women are different, and as believers, we need to embrace that truth. We can affirm it with our words, but when we live as though there is no distinction—treating women as the same as men and men as the same as women—we undermine our confession. Gender confusion is affecting the church just as much as it is the world.

In this sermon, Pastor Mark challenges us to pursue more than just a Bible reading plan and experience the words read. From the moment the shepherds saw the angels, they set out to experience the birth of Christ. This message will help you live fully, love experientially, and embrace the joy of serving Jesus.Can you believe it is the last Sunday of 2025! Join Pastor Mark as we close out 2025 and look forward to see what God has in store for your life in 2026. Whether you're hurting, searching, or celebrating this season, this message will inspire you to:✨ Draw closer to God ✨ Treasure relationships and moments that matter✨ Experience the abundance He intended for you✨ Find your ultimate treasure—Jesus ChristMain Scripture: Luke 2:11-20; Philippians 2:3; Proverbs 4:20-22; Genesis 12:1-4; Nehemiah 8:10; John 3:16Topic: Bible Teaching, Bible Study, Christian Leadership, Kingdom Builders, Living on a Mission, Use Your Gifts, Serve God, Pray Give Serve, Faith ForwardSupport the show ------------------------------------------WANT MORE?Say You Love Me 1: Building Healthy RelationshipsToxic 1: What are Toxic Thoughts? Things Jesus Never Said 1: Is Loving Money Bad? Bondage Breaker 1: Tormented by your past? ------------------------------------------ JOIN US!Visit us at www.FusionChurchNY.com for the most up-to-date in-person service times and events. Join a Small Group.------------------------------------------FOLLOW US!Make sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and Tiktok.

This episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson takes a hard look at the growing contradictions surrounding Erika Kirk and the direction of TPUSA's AmFest (or should I say IsFest). From Charlie Kirk's own recorded warnings about bad cultural role models to TPUSA turning around and platforming those very same celebrities (Nicki Minaj included) whose lifestyles openly contradict Christian teaching, the hypocrisy is no longer ignorable.We're breaking down how moral inconsistency, pop-culture appeasement, and ideological confusion are rotting the conservative movement from the inside out. America First cannot exist without Christianity first—not as a buzzword, not as branding, but as the moral and cultural foundation of who we are. And right now, we are watching our spiritual and national identity slip away in real time.When so-called Christian leaders blur lines, excuse the very behavior they once condemned, and choose influence over truth, they don't just lose credibility, they lose the plot (and they lose the people who trusted them).This episode is a call for honesty, consistency, and real conservative leadership rooted in the Christian values they claim to stand for. Not clout, not platforms, and not sinful worldliness.We don't need people playing leaders.We need actual leadership.—https://www.bible.com/

In this sermon, Pastor Armando challenges us to stop chasing temporary pleasures and focus on the eternal treasures God has for us. From the story of Christ's birth to practical life applications, this message will help you live fully, love generously, and embrace the joy of Christmas.Main Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Matthew 6:19, Matthew 13:44-46, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Proverbs 2:4-5Topic: Bible Teaching, Bible Study, Christian Leadership, Kingdom Builders, Living on a Mission, Use Your Gifts, Serve God, Pray Give Serve, Faith ForwardSupport the show ------------------------------------------WANT MORE?Say You Love Me 1: Building Healthy RelationshipsToxic 1: What are Toxic Thoughts? Things Jesus Never Said 1: Is Loving Money Bad? Bondage Breaker 1: Tormented by your past? ------------------------------------------ JOIN US!Visit us at www.FusionChurchNY.com for the most up-to-date in-person service times and events. Join a Small Group.------------------------------------------FOLLOW US!Make sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and Tiktok.

In conversation with Steve Fouch (CMF Head of Communications) at the 2025 CMF Resident Doctors Conference, Dr Paula Busuulwa and Prof. Paul Johnson explore what it means to lead as a Christian health professional in the NHS. CMF has a network of Christians in non-clinical and clinical leadership across the UK's National Health Services and other healthcare sectors. It holds regular online and occasional in-person meetings around the UK, seminars, training programmes and peer support meetings. If you are interested in finding out more, go to: https://cmf.li/CHLNSupport the show

Christmas is one of the most meaningful seasons of the year.It's full of joy, generosity, family, and tradition — and yes, sometimes a little pressure too. Between gifts, meals, schedules, and expectations, it can feel like a lot to carry.But what if Christmas isn't just something to get through?In this solo episode of Spartan Leadership, Josh Kosnick explores why Christmas is actually one of the greatest leadership stories ever told. Long before Jesus ever preached or led publicly, leadership was already being shaped through humility, restraint, and power under control.This conversation looks at: • Why Christmas can feel demanding and meaningful at the same time • How expectations can overshadow what really matters • Why Jesus modeled leadership through humility and presence • What “power under control” looks like in real life • How leadership always shows up first in relationships • Why self-care is stewardship, not indulgenceThis episode is thoughtful, encouraging, and practical — designed to help you slow down, reflect, and lead well during this season.Support the showCONNECT WITH ME HERE:FacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitterTikTokYouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. In this mailbag episode, John and Wayne answer questions from listeners about topics including: keeping people engaged in the vision, what to make public and what to keep private, how to know when you're pushing your team too hard, and more. Send in questions for a future mailbag episode by emailing parker@leadershipinblackandwhite.com or by DM'ing us on Instagram. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Leave a rating and review to give us your feedback and help the show continue to grow!

The Church today – in the West and the East – facesmany challenges, yet is called to a momentous mission – namely, the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As challenges mount for the Church, carrying out our mission proves difficult. Not only that, some of those tasked with leading the Church have proven soft or ill-prepared.The need for courageous spiritual leadership in today's Church is massive. But with too few of her leaders exhibiting these traits, what is the Church to do? Throw up our hands and pine away about better days? Absolutely not.Instead, Christians and churches must take steps to shore up our leadership gap. This requires us to lean upon the Spirit and the Word. There are also practical tips that can be applied to develop courageous Christian leaders for the days ahead.To speak to these important issues, Pastor Joel Wayne joins Andy on this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast. Joel shares helpful insights borne from his own experience leading churches and ministry efforts, both at home and abroad. Joel talks about the importance of partnership and strategic thinking, and also the simple willingness for leadersto pay a price if obedience to Christ so requires.If you find this episode helpful, please give us a positive rating and review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Also share this episode with a friend so they too can be blessed by these insights.To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.Chapel Pointe Church: Church WebsiteBaptist Bible Seminary & Institute (Philippines): Seminary WebsiteBe the Church (Ministry): Ministry WebsiteChristian Emergency Alliance (Website)Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X)Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook)Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram)The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.Soli Deo Gloria

Why did Paul instruct women in 1 Corinthians to cover their heads? Keith dives into this discussion today, explaining how, culturally, uncovered heads were a distraction and why Paul gave instructions for women to cover them. These kinds of conversations push us to dig into Scripture and sharpen our understanding as believers.

This message confronts the deeply held belief many people carry that they are disqualified from God's love, purpose, or calling due to their past, their pain, or their perceived inadequacy. Mary's story reminds us that God does not wait for us to feel worthy before He works through us. Instead, He meets us in our fear, speaks purpose over us, and invites us to trust Him with what feels impossible.This sermon reveals that God's grace does not ignore our unworthiness it overcomes it. The arrival of Jesus is proof that God draws near not to the impressive, but to the humble, the hesitant, and the unsure. Like Mary, we are invited to surrender our doubts and say yes to a God who makes us worthy through His presence.Main Scripture: Luke 1:26–38Topic: Bible Teaching, Bible Study, Christian Leadership, Kingdom Builders, Living on a Mission, Use Your Gifts, Serve God, Pray Give Serve, Faith ForwardSupport the show ------------------------------------------WANT MORE?Say You Love Me 1: Building Healthy RelationshipsToxic 1: What are Toxic Thoughts? Things Jesus Never Said 1: Is Loving Money Bad? Bondage Breaker 1: Tormented by your past? ------------------------------------------ JOIN US!Visit us at www.FusionChurchNY.com for the most up-to-date in-person service times and events. Join a Small Group.------------------------------------------FOLLOW US!Make sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and Tiktok.

The way of Jesus is for organizations to nurture flourishing individuals and societies. But many of us have experienced the devastating effects of a toxic work environment. This is not the way God meant organizations to run. From the ancient Old Testament Scriptures and the teachings of Jesus and his Apostles, everything in life is meant for universal flourishing, or Shalom.Our guest is Dr. Justin Irving, Professor of Christian Leadership at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. His newest book is titled, Healthy Leadership for Thriving Organizations: Creating Contexts Where People Flourish (Baker Academic, 2024), In it, he provides theological foundations for healthy Christian leadership in for-profit corporations, nonprofits, and churches. He also provides insights from interviewing over 200 executive leaders.In our discussion, we discuss: * Leadership for human flourishing* Cultivating healthy teams* Delegation for the good of the people we lead and for the organization* What hinders good organizational communication* How to measure how healthy an organizational culture is* How to be sure that every aspect of an organization aligns with the organization's values and beliefsIn our conversation, we discussed the Good Place Operating System (GPOS), from The Good Place Institute, for which Bob Robinson is a Partner Consultant. The GPOS is a systematic approach to clearly stating a purpose and mission in a charter, to build all the systems in an organization to align with the charter, and then to measure success on business dashboards. If you'd like to explore implementing an operating system meant for kingdom purposes in which people are valued, communities flourish, and profits are made for these regenerative purposes, connect with Bob by emailing him at Bob.Robinson@goodplaceinstitute.com .Scroll down to learn more about Justin Irving.Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app:Thanks for listening!If you enjoyed this podcast, please share it with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. For further resources on reintegrating all of life with God's mission, go to re-integrate.org.Dr. Justin IrvingAfter serving for 20 years at Bethel Seminary in a variety of faculty and administrative roles, Dr. Justin Irving now serves as Professor of Leadership, Chair of the Department of Leadership and Discipleship, and Director of the Ed.D. program at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. Check out his Purpose in Leadership blog. Dr. Irving is a member at Sojourn Church Midtown in Louisville, Kentucky. He is married to Tasha, and they have five children.Would you consider buying Dr. Irving's books from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore? They are eager to serve God's people with great books. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about the book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off. Get full access to Bob Robinson's Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

In this week's episode of In Totality, I'm joined once again by my girl Dinorah Peña, and we had a really great conversation about all the things!What started as a casual conversation turned to a Spirit-led dialogue on what it looks like to meditate on God's word and truly lean on the Holy Spirit, the weight of saying “yes” to God, and obedience.We talk through what it looks like to follow God even when you feel unqualified or overwhelmed. From wrestling with pride to the quiet conviction of the Holy Spirit, this conversation is not curated, it's confessed and vulnerable, and it's all about learning to trust God when the path feels uncertain and your heart feels unsure.If you've ever asked, “Am I doing enough?” or felt like your weaknesses disqualify your calling, this is for you. God's not waiting on your perfection. He's asking for your surrender.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A crisis doesn't have to break your church or organization. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Mark Rutland, Executive Director of the National Institute of Leadership and founder of Global Servants, joins Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com to share hard-earned insights on leading through crisis, turnaround leadership, and building a lasting leadership legacy. Drawing from firsthand experience in crisis management at Southeastern University, Calvary Church, and Oral Roberts University, Dr. Rutland explains why crisis isn't always about scandal—and why vision, systems analysis, and truth-telling are essential for renewal and growth.

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Every leader is building teams - but what happens when you build teams that actually build and strengthen the teams around them? Pastors John and Wayne discuss the power and impact of a team structure that actually positions your organization for long-term, healthy success. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Leave a rating and review to give us your feedback and help the show continue to grow!

"If you are not dreaming big or living big you are not in the right rooms with the right people." This is what our friend Trey Peterson said during our conversation.   Trey is a wealth of knowledge and a man of God that we highly respect and we had the honor of having him on our show.   In this conversation we discussed "Building a God-Driven Business, Family, Legacy, and Much More."   Make sure you have your note pads or apps out and listen to the full episode.   Keep taking action, pursuing personal excellence, and impacting lives!   In This Episode, we discuss: Building a God-Driven Business, Family, & Legacy Trey's upbringing in church and how his dad impacted his life The importance of wealth, stewardship, and understanding finances   Follow and Connect with Trey: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/treycpeterson/ Website: https://treycpeterson.com/ Summit Leadership & Coaching: https://growwithsummit.com/ Elevate Life Wealth: https://elevatelifewealth.com/   Trey's Bio: Trey C. Peterson is the Partner and Co-Founder of All Things Financial, a top-ranked fiduciary wealth management and tax strategy firm with offices in Minnesota and Texas. Since 2015, he's taught over 450 retirement and financial planning classes, helping thousands of families retire with clarity, confidence, and legacy in mind.  A graduate of Oral Roberts University and the National Institute of Christian Leadership, Trey leads with faith, vision, and conviction. Raised in a ministry home, he learned early to serve God, think differently, dream boldly, and love people well.  After spending years chasing success that left him unfulfilled, Trey became passionate about helping others discover purpose, align their gifts, and win in every area of life—from faith to finances. He is also the founder of two leadership and coaching companies -focused on equipping high-capacity entrepreneurs and professionals to multiply their impact and lead with integrity.   Follow Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisandericmartinez/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dynamicduotraining    *Free Online Training: Discover How Nutrition and Fitness Coaches Install a Proven System That Adds Six Figures to Their Business   Without posting endless organic content, sending 100's of cold DM's, and charging low ticket priced programs   Watch Here   See the full Show Notes to this episode here: https://www.liveadynamiclifestyle.com/podcast/building-a-god-driven-business-family-and-legacy-with-trey-peterson/  

"Israel does not have a blank check according to the judgement of God."--Keith Tucci. All people, including Jews, are saved only by the cross of Christ. While we do share a deep theological connection, that does not mean we must agree with or support everything Israel does. Like any nation, Israel has the right to defend its borders and pursue those who seek to destroy it. Even more significantly, that land is the cradle of Christianity—it is where God chose to enter the world in human flesh.

Leadership does not end when the service does. This episode continues part two of the conversation on Christian leadership, shifting the focus away from church roles and toward real life. What does leadership look like at home, in marriage, with kids, at work, and in friendships when there is no platform, no applause, and no title attached. Nate and Dr. Joseph Tillman talk through the gap many people feel between church language and everyday behavior. The discussion hits on expectations placed on Christians, the pressure to lead well outside the building, and why faith feels harder and more honest once Sunday is over. It is less about authority and more about consistency, accountability, and how leadership shows up when no one is watching. The conversation stays grounded, sarcastic in the right places, and realistic about how messy faith and relationships can be. Whether you are deeply involved in church, loosely connected, or somewhere in between, this episode creates space to question what Christian leadership actually means in real life. Hosted by Nate and Dr. Joseph Tillman, this episode reflects the kind of conversation people usually save for the drive home or the group chat after church. Thoughtful, direct, and very aware of how complicated faith and culture can be. Follow or subscribe to the podcast

Joy is not the product of circumstances; joy is the overflow of recognizing that God is already at work—even when what He's doing doesn't yet make sense. What do you do when life doesn't look like what you prayed for?

Do you believe peace is possible when chaos is everywhere? Are you caught in the exhaustion of trying to control everything, leading to spiritual drift and burnout? In this episode, we reveal that peace is not a reward; it is a spiritual choice that results in stability.  I had a chat with Rev. Dr. A'Shellarien Addison, the first woman Chaplain in the 240-year history of the Delaware Army National Guard, a spiritual clinical trauma-informed practitioner, and author. Dr. Addison shares her personal journey of nearly losing her peace while juggling high-pressure leadership and family life. She identifies the universal test: the constant pressure to be "productive" instead of purposeful.  She reveals the transformative, God-given three-step strategy she uses to navigate crisis with clarity: Pause, Pray, Plan. This framework is a simple, actionable path to moving from reactive decisions to divine direction. Learn how spiritual disciplines like the PAUSE and PRAYER literally rewire your brain for resilience and peace, helping you become a source of clarity and strength for others. Dr. Addison breaks down the neuroscience of faith and provides the practical tools you need. In this episode, you will go deeper into her simple 3-step method to: PAUSE: Create sacred space to think about what you are thinking about. PRAY: Move from panic to prayer as your first, not last, response. PLAN: Act with God's wisdom rather than human desperation. Your choice today is simple: panic is reaction undirected; pause is purpose directed. Choose the pause. Your true peace is waiting on the other side of intentional surrender.  Be sure to check out Dr Addison's book: Unbothered On Purpose: Pause, Pray, Plan.  Here is an affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4qHKr0t (I do receive a small percentage if you buy from my exact  link)   Topics covered: Pause Pray Plan, Finding True Peace, Spiritual Practices to Rewire Brain, Faith-Based Mental Health, Overcoming Burnout, Living Purposefully, Spiritual Discipline, Rev Dr A'Shellarien Addison, Christian Leadership, Anxiety and Chaos, overcome burnout, overcome perfectionism.  

In this week's episode we are LIVE for our 100th episode of In Totality! I honestly can't believe we've reached this far in our podcast journey, but it's a true testament of God's faithfulness when we obey and give Him a serious yes. I'm joined by my best friend, Jackie Hill Perry, and we have an open conversation about sanctification, and the very real struggle of becoming more like Christ.We talk through the frustration of feeling stuck, the emotional weight of obedience, and why spiritual growth often feels slow and painful. This isn't a teaching moment, it's a transparent one. We don't just quote scripture, we live it. And sometimes, that looks like waiting, and asking hard questions.If you've ever felt like your effort isn't enough, or you're tired of fighting battles no one sees, this conversation is for you! God is not distant, He's refining you and He is with you.Even here. You're not failing. You're being reformed.I can't wait for you to hear this one! Tune in now!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. The end of the year is rapidly approaching - what are you going to do to make 2026 better than 2025? Pastors John and Wayne discuss an underrated leadership discipline that could be the difference between success and failure next year. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Leave a rating and review to give us your feedback and help the show continue to grow!

Do not be arrogant...Cancel culture is when we throw out the baby with the bathwater. We fail to separate the good from the bad—without justifying any of the bad. And the truth is, we wouldn't exist without our Jewish heritage.

Jesus doesn't just bring peace — He is peace. True peace is not the absence of problems; it is the presence of Christ in them.Recognize why peace feels so elusive,Understand Jesus as the source of true biblical peace, andExperience peace in tangible ways through surrender and trust.

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Valentyn Syniy, president of a theological seminary in Kherson, to explore what it means to lead, shepherd, and hold on to hope in the midst of war. When Russia invaded Ukraine, Valentyn lost almost everything - his home, his church community, and the entire seminary campus he helped build. Yet in the chaos of evacuation, the trauma of displacement, and the destruction of his city, he discovered a deeper sense of calling and a renewed understanding of God's presence in suffering. We talk about spiritual leadership under siege, the impossible decisions families face when war arrives at their doorstep, the wound and weight of leaving or staying, the formation of pastors for a traumatized nation, and the surprising ways God rebuilds what has been shattered. Valentyn's story, captured in his book Serving God Under Siege, is both heartbreaking and hopeful - a gripping reminder that faith can survive the fire and that the voices of Ukrainians must be heard. This episode invites you into a story of resilience, courage, and a theology forged under pressure.Valentyn Syniy holds master's degrees in theology and history and a doctorate in theology. Since 2006, he has served as president of Tavriski Christian Institute, an evangelical seminary in Ukraine.Valentyn's Book:Serving God Under SiegeConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowFind the Presence Over Power collection at www.shiftingculturepodcast.com/store Get Your Sidekick Support the show

What does Christian leadership look like when it actually leaves the church building and enters your real life?

Episode Guest: Pastor & author Jeff Kapusta (Life Point Church, Wilmington NC)Core Theme: Living fully alive in Christ – integrated life, calling, leadership, and personal growth[00:00:15 – 00:03:35]Intro, Jeff's Story & Sneakerhead SideMatt introduces the Off the Wire podcast and his integrated approach to coaching: mind, body, and soul.Guest intro: Pastor Jeff Kapusta, church planter in Wilmington, North Carolina (Life Point Church).Brief church origin story (launching on Super Bowl Sunday 2006).Light banter on Jeff's hobbies: mountain biking, CrossFit, and being a Jordan 1 sneakerhead.SEO keywords: Christian podcast, church planting, Wilmington NC pastor, Jordan 1 sneakerhead[00:03:38 – 00:09:06]“Fully Alive” Book & Podcast – Origin StoryJeff shares how the book “Fully Alive: God's Will for Everyone Everywhere” came from his church's slogan “pointing people to life.”Conversation with his counselor exposed that he had no clear outlet to teach the core theology behind the slogan.A season of vocal problems and vocal restpushed him to write instead of preach.Book goal: help people understand God's will as living fully alive in Christ, whether or not they're in vocational ministry.The Fully Alive Podcast expands those themes into family, hobbies, fitness, finances, and faith.SEO keywords: Fully Alive book, God's will for your life, Christian spiritual growth, Christian podcast on faith and life[00:09:06 – 00:14:42]Integrated Life: Spirituality, Money, and the BodyMatt and Jeff discuss integrated Christian living: spirituality, finances, time, body, and habits all connected.Jeff shares his and his wife's story of financial freedom and how money stress affects marriage and ministry.They contrast “don't store up treasures on earth” with wise stewardship, savings, inheritance, and generosity.Money as a tool for kingdom impact, not a savior or identity.SEO keywords: Christian finances, biblical money wisdom, financial freedom, stewardship, abundance vs prosperity gospel[00:14:42 – 00:23:05]Pathway to Living Fully Alive (Salvation to Purpose)Jeff outlines the logical journey in the book:Relationship with God through repentance and grace in JesusBaptism as a public, obedient next stepProcessing past wounds, trauma, addictions, unforgivenessMoving from being freed from sin to letting sin and slavery be removed from usIllustration: scar vs. wound – many keep re‑opening emotional wounds instead of letting Jesus heal them.Importance of Scripture:Where to start in the BibleWhy Leviticus often kills Bible reading plansWhy we can trust the Bible logically and historicallyBeing fathered by God:Healing from father woundsLuke 3: “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased” as identity, affection, affirmation.SEO keywords: inner healing, Christian counseling, Bible reading plan, father wound, identity in Christ, spiritual formation[00:23:05 – 00:30:07]Excellence, Work, and Calling in Everyday VocationMatt describes his integrated coaching (mind, body, soul) and how bad past experiences can still shape us.Jeff on calling:Everyone is called to ministry, but not everyone to vocational ministry.We need more teachers, lawyers, sanitation workers, coaches who live fully alive for God in secular spaces.Colossians theme: “Whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.”Christians should be known for excellence and hard work, not mediocrity.Jeff distinguishes excellence vs. excess, and critiques “good enough for God” attitudes.SEO keywords: Christian vocation, calling vs career, excellence for God, Christian work ethic, faith and work[00:30:07 – 00:36:22]Mediocrity, Distraction, and Spiritual NeglectWhy some Christians settle for mediocrity: laziness, warped theology, distraction.Time spent binging Netflix vs. time in prayer and Scripture.Matt mentions a free decision‑making resourceat MatthewWireman.com to help with calling and big life choices.SEO keywords: spiritual laziness, Christian discipline, decision making God's will, Christian productivity[00:36:22 – 00:43:28]Big Problems in the Church: Insider Focus & Missionary MindsetJeff's critique of insider‑focused churches:Pastoral mindset: “These are my people, I must care for them.”Missionary mindset: “This is my city, I must reach it.”Church planting forced him into a missionary mentality: learn the culture, build relationships, seek out the unchurched.Concern: churches that only see kids come to faith but few adults may not truly be reaching their community.Discipleship is not just making Christians “smarter,” but reaching those who don't yet know Jesus.SEO keywords: church growth, discipleship vs evangelism, missionary mindset, reaching the unchurched, local church strategy[00:43:28 – 00:52:44]Engaging Men & The Crisis of FatherlessnessJeff's second major concern: disengaged men in church.Cites stats (61% female, 39% male attendance, plus data on fatherlessness: prison, dropout, homelessness, suicide).Introduces “Brotherhood”:Six‑month mentoring program for menApplication, cost, homework, and high challengeFruit: men leading at home, serving at church, modeling worshipStory of the paralyzed man with four friends: the real miracle is a grown man having four real friends willing to carry him to Jesus.Brotherhood tagline: “Born for battle” (Prov. 17:17).SEO keywords: men's ministry, Christian manhood, fatherlessness, mentoring program, Brotherhood, discipling men[00:52:44 – 01:02:41]Personal Leadership: Goals, Habits, and “I Will” StatementsJeff: everyone is a leader at least of themselves.Difference between personal leadership and just holding a positional title.Practical areas to own with “I will…”:Spiritual: Bible reading, prayer, waking earlyPhysical: sleep, nutrition, exercise, CrossFit, runningFinancial: budget, debt payoff, long‑term planningRelational: small groups, serving teams, real friendshipsSacrificial/Generosity: living beyond selfJeff signs up for a half marathon, builds a training plan, and invites others.Quote: “Nothing changes if nothing changes.”SEO keywords: Christian leadership, self‑leadership, spiritual habits, goal setting, Christian health, half marathon training[01:02:41 – 01:08:28]Accountability, Feelings, and Doing the Hard ThingsAccountability defined as calling people up, not just calling them out.Group text threads and shared runs as natural structures for accountability and encouragement.Key line: “Feelings are a good indicator, but a terrible dictator.”Discipline as choosing long‑term vision over short‑term comfort.Importance of trust in accountability relationships – friends want for you what you said you want for yourself.SEO keywords: Christian accountability, discipline, habits, spiritual growth, Christian community[01:08:28 – End]How to Connect with Jeff & Closing PrayerWhere to find Jeff:Instagram: @jeffkapustaWebsite: JeffKapusta.com (email list, resources)Life Point Church: Wilmington, NCFully Alive Podcast & Fully Alive bookMatt offers a book giveaway for listeners who review the podcast and email a screenshot.Jeff closes in prayer:Gratitude for the conversationAsking God to help listeners live fully alive, honor their commitments, and walk in their calling.Matt gives his contact: matthew@matthewwireman.com for questions and feedback.SEO keywords: Jeff Kapusta, Fully Alive podcast, Life Point Church Wilmington, Christian coaching, Off the Wire with Matthew Wireman Thank you for listening! If you want to find out more about Matt and how you can get coached toward your better self, visit www.matthewwireman.com and check out his LinkedIn and Instagram accounts @matt.wireman.

Preaching: Terry Johnson "Christian Leadership" Matthew 20:20-28

Preaching: Terry Johnson "Christian Leadership" Matthew 20:20-28

 Every gift has two sides — the light that reflects God's glory, and the shadow that seeks our own. Today, we're talking about “The Shadow Side of Talent,” and the danger of talent taking you where your character can't keep you.  Connect with us: YouTube: YouTube.com/@soul02-oxygen Facebook: @LP.Oxygen https://www.facebook.com/LP.Oxygen Instagram: LP.Oxygen Twitter: @Soul025 Buzzsprout: Soul02-Buzzsprout Spotify: Soul02 - Spotify Apple: Soul02-Itunes Stitcher: Soul02-Stitcher

In this week's episode, I'm joined on the couch by Gloria Umanah for the very first time on In Totality, to share her story of survival, identity, and the war for her life.We unpack the seeds of trauma planted in childhood, the quiet despair masked by performance, and the miracle of choosing hope. Gloria opens up about her lifeversary, and how one whisper from God changed everything.If you've ever wondered if your pain disqualifies you from purpose, or questioned whether God sees your suffering, this conversation is for you. You're not too broken. You're not a burden. You are essential to the story God is writing.Tune in now!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Recency bias is a cognitive bias that causes people to give more weight to recent information or experiences, even if older information is more relevant or reliable. Pastors John and Wayne discuss the impact this can have on your leadership and how to know if it's affecting you. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Leave a rating and review to give us your feedback and help the show continue to grow!

We need to celebrate our inheritance. If you are born again, no matter what tribe you come from, you are a descendant of Abraham and an heir according to the promise. There is no separate gospel. There is no separate process.

Christmas doesn't have to be either great or hard. There's a hope that overcomes anything. On a silent night, a light broke through the darkness. The world watched in awe as love stepped in. Jesus changed everything—including the life that's possible for us. We can experience the wonder of our Savior. Together we'll reflect on the hope, peace, joy, and love found in Him with our series, The Arrival.

In this week's episode, I'm unpacking a powerful, dual-story moment in Scripture that has been ministering deeply to my heart—Jairus' daughter and the woman with the issue of blood in Mark 5.We explore what it means to pursue Jesus in desperation, to press through discouragement, and to discover that He often gives us more than we were even asking for. I share how this passage has encouraged me in a season of spiritual fatigue and waiting, and how God reminded me that He doesn't just heal—He restores identity.If you've ever begged God for just one breakthrough, or wondered whether He sees you while others receive their blessing, this conversation is for you. You're not forgotten. You're not overlooked. And you are still His child.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For God to honor a natural heritage, He would have to diminish the sacrifice of Christ. There are not two plans for two groups of people. There is no distinction in our sinful condition. There is no distinction at the cross of Christ. And there is no distinction in our inheritance. We are one bride, one body, with one salvation and one purpose.

In this episode of the Thinking Christian podcast, Dr. James Spencer talks with J.R. Briggs—founder of Kairos Partnerships and author of The Art of Asking Better Questions: Pursuing Stronger Relationships, Healthier Leadership, and Deeper Faith. Together they explore why the questions we ask of God, ourselves, and others shape the quality of our lives, leadership, and discipleship. J.R. shares how his own experience of isolation in ministry led him to ask three haunting questions—“Who pastors the pastor? Who shepherds the shepherd? Who leads the leader?”—and how those questions birthed Kairos Partnerships to serve overwhelmed and lonely Christian leaders. He and James unpack: Why leaders should be “chief question askers,” not just answer-givers How good questions build trust, connection, and healthier teams The difference between questions for information and questions for connection How Jesus used over 300 questions in the Gospels—and what that means for our discipleship Four essentials of asking great questions: curiosity, wisdom, humility, and courage Practical ways to stay curious in tense or antagonistic conversations Why the Book of Daniel and practice-oriented discipleship are crucial for the church today If you’re a pastor, ministry leader, or follower of Jesus who wants stronger relationships, healthier leadership, and deeper faith, this conversation will help you learn the art of asking better questions. You can purchase The Art of Asking Better Questions at ivpress.com (use code IVPPOD20 for a 20% discount) Subscribe to our YouTube channel

What actually counts as Christian leadership… and why does it fall apart so often inside the church? In this episode, Nate and Pastor Joseph dig into the truth about leadership in the church and why so many believers end up confused, hurt, or just straight-up annoyed by how authority works in different Christian spaces. They break down what healthy spiritual leadership looks like, how influence can be used well or misused fast, and why accountability matters way more than titles or stage presence. It's honest, funny, and a little uncomfortable in the best way possible, especially if you've ever wondered why leadership feels so different from church to church. If you like real talk about faith, culture, and the messy parts of church life, you're in the right place. If you enjoyed this episode:

In this week's episode, I'm joined by my brother, pastor and author Tim Timberlake to dive into his newest book, The Bumpy Road to Better.We talk about what it really looks like to walk with God through pain, doubt, and disappointment, when faith feels exhausting and the process feels slow. Tim opens up about seasons of deep hardship, learning to lead through pain, and discovering the difference between information about God and revelation from Him.Together, we unpack what it means to trust God in the wilderness, surrender doubt before it becomes an idol, and let Him turn wounds into scars that testify of His healing power.If you've ever wondered where God is in the waiting or felt weary in your faith, this conversation is for you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Starting things is fun and exciting, but real leadership is tested when it's time to end something. How do you know when to end a team, product, program or ministry? Pastors John and Wayne discuss practical strategies for knowing when to keep going and when to cut it off. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Leave a rating and review to give us your feedback and help the show continue to grow!

The Church is the bride of Christ and Christ does not have a girlfriend that He will leave the bride for.Israel as a nation is not exempt from God's judgment. There is no separate plan of salvation in which God accepts Jews who do not believe in Christ. God has not rejected Israel, but He shows no partiality. Christ came to build one house, not two. Salvation ultimately comes down to belief or unbelief.

Suffering raises a question we all feel but rarely say out loud: “God, where are You in this?” Instead of chasing why pain happens, Jesus invites us to discover who is with us in it. Pastor Karl Romeus lead us through the life of Job where it illustrates we don't always get explanations, but we get God's presence. Your pain isn't proof that God has left you. It may be the very place you meet Him.Karl Romeus is a pastor, speaker, leadership coach, and consultant. Karl has been in ministry for over 20 years . Most recently as the Executive Pastor of Ministry Development at Flatirons Church in and around the Denver area. He oversees children's ,middle school, high school, college ministry, young adults, and groups across all campuses. And recently launched Flatirons College. He studied Christian Leadership and Biblical Theology at Grand Canyon University. Though he is absolutely in love with Boston sports, his heart belongs to his wife Jen and daughters Georgia and Ruby.For the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel. Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church.Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurchInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurchesWebsite | https://hillsidechurches.com

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In this week's episode, I'm joined by author and teacher Yana Jenay Connor, to get into her new book, Living Beyond Offense!Tune in to hear us unpack what it means to live beyond offense, to forgive without pretending it didn't hurt, and to trust God enough to handle what justice looks like when we experience wrongdoings.Yana shares her heart behind her book, and we have an honest conversation about how grace works when you'd rather guard your heart, what healing may look like after betrayal, and how the Holy Spirit meets us in the tension between mercy and memory.If you've struggled with forgiveness, to move forward when reconciliation feels impossible, I pray this episode will bless you.Listen now, you don't want to miss this!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this mailbag episode, John and Wayne answer questions from listeners like: leadership blindspots in young pastors, what to do about AI, weekly schedule ideas, and more. Send in a question for next month's mailbag episode by emailing parker@leadershipinblackandwhite.com or by DM'ing us on Instagram. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Leave a rating and review to give us your feedback and help the show continue to grow!

If you've been walking with In Totality for a while, then you know I'm passionate about talking through the raw parts of our faith journeys, the in-between spaces where trust feels tested and growth feels slow.In this week's episode, we're diving into the process of sanctification—that slow, beautiful, and sometimes frustrating journey of being shaped into Christ's image.We talk about what it looks like to hold on when you'd rather hurry, to trust God when you don't understand His pace, and to find peace in the “not yet” moments of your story.This conversation unpacks what it means to be renewed day by day, even when you're tired, even when it feels like nothing's changing, and how God uses the waiting, the wrestling, and the weariness to make us whole.Lean in, and let's talk about the slow work of sanctification together.Listen now, you don't want to miss this one!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Okay ya'll! I am so so excited about today's episode!If you've been tuned into In Totality for a while, then you know I LOVE the The Chosen series— and so I'm thrilled to share this week's episode with the creator of the show and his wife— Dallas and Amanda Jenkins!We dive right into what it truly means to find strength when you have none left to give and talk about the moments when your faith feels fragile, your prayers feel empty, and you're walking with God through weariness instead of wonder.This conversation explores how weakness can become holy ground, the very place where grace meets surrender and God's power is made perfect in our limitations.We share an honest look at what it means to be carried by God in seasons where you can't carry yourself, and how even in exhaustion, He is still faithful, still near, and still working all things for good.If you've ever felt unseen, undone, or unsure how to keep going, this episode is for you.Listen in now, you don't want to miss this!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.