Podcasts about church leaders

In this episode, John and Wayne answer questions about various leadership topics. Subjects include personal leadership mistakes, when you should switch careers, how to bounce back from a bad start to the year, book recommendations and more. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Order your copy of John and Wayne's book, God and Race, at godandrace.com.Leadership in Black and White is powered by World Vision. Join the webcast “Engaging Gen Z” Why There's Hope for the Open Generation and the Church. Find out more at worldvision.org/blackandwhite

On today's program, new developments in the case against megachurch pastor John Blanchard, arrests in the vandalism of pregnancy care centers, and a Christian broadcaster's radio towers were destroyed. We begin today with a story about sexual abuse allegations that concern the Salvation Army, one of the largest Christian organizations in the country. A final reminder that we'll be doing a webinar next week called “How To Find and Read A Form 990.”  The webinar is free, but you do have to register.  And I should mention that we are limiting attendance to 100, and we're nearly there.  So if you want to attend, or even if you can't attend but want to watch the recording we'll be making, you need to sign up soon.  It will take place on Feb. 1 at 4 pm ET.  Just check the daily MinistryWatch email for a link to the registration page. Don't forget to rate and leave a comment on your podcast app. Not only do these comments help us know what you're thinking so we can make improvements, but the more ratings and comments we have, your ratings help other people find us.  That's a huge help to us, and it helps us expand our reach. Finally, here's the story I mentioned on the program:  Why MinistryWatch Reports on Sex Crimes The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Jessica Eturralde, Kim Roberts, Shannon Cuthrell, Jack Jenkins, Bob Smietana, Jessica Lea, Stephanie Martin, Scott Barkley, and Rod Pitzer. A special thanks to Baptist Press and ChurchLeaders-dot-com for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

Tired of setting goals that don't work? Are you working on the same resolution you've been working on for the last few years? John and Wayne discuss how to develop goals that actually stick in your life. What makes a good goal? How do you make sure you hit your goal? They discuss this and more. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Order your copy of John and Wayne's book, God and Race, at godandrace.com.

Think about the fact that brethren appointed to the ministry are a huge blessing for the local church. Without them, the life of other leaders and the members of the church would be extremely difficult. Christ manifests His love to His church by sending it leaders who are called, and who, like Him, sacrifice themselves for its good.Thank you for listening to this episode of Declaring His Glory Among the Nations: Daily Scripture Meditations from Pastors Around the World.This show is from The Master's Academy International.If you like this podcast, please subscribe, and leave a review on your favorite podcast app. The Master's Academy International is committed to fulfilling the Great Commission by training indigenous church leaders worldwide.For more information and to learn how to get involved, visit www.tmai.org.► CONNECT WITH US: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tmai.orgInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/tmai_orgTwitter - https://twitter.com/tmai_org► SEE OUR RESOURCES: Field Reports - https://www.tmai.org/updateMinistry Updates - https://www.tmai.org/subscribeOnline Giving - https://www.tmai.org/donateDevotional Book - https://www.tmai.org/devotionalFree Book - https://www.tmai.org/freebook► CONTACT US: Address - 13248 Roscoe Blvd, Sun Valley, CA 91352Phone - (818) 909-5570Email - info@tmai.org

On today's program, Virginia megachurch pastor John Blanchard had sexual solicitation charges against him dropped, but protesters are showing up at his church and even the town's police chief thinks the case was mishandled.  We'll have details.  Also on today's program, Open Doors releases its annual Watch List, which tracks persecution of Christians around the world.  This year's conclusions are bleak.  We'll explain why. We begin today with a lawsuit involving Bryan College that has been dragging on for more than five years.  In Closing:  I mention fairly constantly here at MinistryWatch the importance of the Form 990.  We use them every day here at MinsitryWatch, and we encourage donors to look at them before they give to a ministry.  In the past we've done a webinar entitled “How To Find and Read A Form 990.”  This webinar has proven so popular that we've repeated it three or four times over the past two years.  And we're going to do it again.  It will take place on Feb. 1 at 4 pm ET.  Just check the daily MinistryWatch email for a link to the registration page.  It's absolutely free, but you do need to register to get all the links and details. Don't forget to rate and leave a comment on your podcast app. Not only do these comments help us know what you're thinking so we can make improvements, but the more ratings and comments we have, your ratings help other people find us.  That's a huge help to us, and it helps us expand our reach. The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Jessica Eturralde, Anne Stych, Kim Roberts, Cheryl Mann Bacon, Emily McFarlan Miller, Dale Chamberlain, Adelle M. Banks, Jonathan Howe, Christina Darnell, and Rod Pitzer. A special thanks to The Christian Chronicle and ChurchLeaders.com for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

Honesty is always the best policy. In this episode of The Church Revitalization Podcast, we're not really accusing any church of actively lying. We certainly understand the motivations behind this list of things churches tell themselves. We try to make things sound better than they really are. That doesn't help anyone. It's better to face the facts and do the work of establishing where our church is today, and working towards a better, healthier future. To read today's show notes, visit: https://malphursgroup.com/175

For this month's Babbling Pastor Podcast Rob agreed to sit down and do a due sermon review. I decided to pick a sermon from the top watched sermons of the 2021 list from ChurchLeaders.com (link below). So we sat down and worked through the sermon as I normally would. This is part four of a four-part sermon review: Part One: https://youtu.be/EwRb4RhLDLM Part Two: https://youtu.be/v5qasRfYNvc Part Three: https://youtu.be/VvmpXG2y1K0 Full sermon link: https://youtu.be/NMGizYL3crI Link:https://churchleaders.com/news/431930-the-most-viewed-sermons-on-youtube-from-the-past-year-include-only-four-names-and-a-woman-tops-the-list.html

On the night of 9 March 1858, Thomas L. Kane was trudging through a heavy snow storm on his self-appointed mission to End the Utah War. He had convinced Brigham Young and Church Leaders to extend an olive branch to the Army Expedition by offering them large quantities of food and supplies.  But now, over 25 feet of snow buried the mountain roads. With temperatures plummeting and winds howling, Kane found himself growing weaker while the storm raged around him. Sensing that he might not survive, the sickly Kane decided to prepare for the worst. He wrote a letter to Alfred Cumming, the incoming Governor of Utah traveling with the Army:  "Dear sir: In case of accident I write this memorandum to apprise you that I am the bearer of overtures for peace from Gov. Brigham Young. Letters from Pres. Buchanan throwing light upon my position will be found upon my person. My other letters and effects I beg may be forwarded to my family at Philadelphia."  But three days later, Kane, insensible and frosted, would ride into the Army Camp. On this episode, we explore Thomas Kane's awkward meeting with COL Johnston, how the Soldiers of the expedition openly grumbled that Kane should be hanged as a "Mormon spy," how Kane's relationship with Johnston soured to the point that he challenged the Commander to a duel, and how his efforts to convince Johnston to reciprocate Brigham Young's olive branch instead gave the impression that the Latter-day Saints were weak, divided, and vulnerable.  We remember how, at the end of his week at the Army Camp, Kane was farther from peace then ever . . . And yet how, when all hope seemed gone, he struck upon an idea that would prove his single greatest contribution to end the Utah War.  To learn more about the stories in this episode, please check out these (excellent!) sources:  For the materials and sources in this story, we owe a special thanks to Utah War historian William "Bill" MacKinnon - His two-volume set, "At Sword's Point: A Documentary History of the Utah War to 1858" is an extraordinary resource for anyone interested in learning more about the Utah War. It is available on Amazon and Google Books.  o   Matthew J. Grow, “I have Given Myself to the Devil: Thomas L. Kane and the Culture of Honor,” 73 Utah Hist. Q. 4 (2005).  o   Richard D. Poll, “Thomas L. Kane and the Utah War,” 61 Utah Hist. Q. 2 (1993). o   Elder Lance B. Wickman, “Thomas L. Kane: Outrider for Zion,” Ensign (September 2003).Search Terms: Thomas L. Kane, Brigham Young, COL Albert Sidney Johnston, CPT Culvier Grover, MAJ Fitz John Porter, Orin Porter Rockwell, Governor Alfred Cumming, CPT John W. Phelps, Utah War, Fort Bridger,Camp Scott, Ecklesville, James Buchanan, Patrick "Pat" Kane, Elizabeth Kane, Echo Canyon, Mormon History, Latter-day Saints, U.S. Army, American West.The Title of this Episode comes from the report of a French Correspondent with the Army Camp, who reported that Kane "literally fell as a bombshell in the midst of federal officers."  

Every leader can grow in their own ability to organize and manage their life and responsibilities. In this episode, John and Wayne talk about ways to do just that. They discuss things like the myth of balance, conquering clutter, tools you should use daily and much more. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Order your copy of John and Wayne's book, God and Race, at godandrace.com.

This episode is Part 2 of a series on 2023 church trends.  The discussion here is about trends related to churches' online, digital presence, the sermon, the volunteer crisis in many churches, and ministerial burnout.   

Why are most churches not on board with inner healing & deliverance? That's a loaded question, my friends! If a leader of the church is only focusing on GOD and ignoring spiritual warfare... innocent people are left still in bondage. Therefore, leaving hurt and desperate people in a hot mess with no consistent fruits of the Spirit in their lives. That's exactly what Satan wants! Turning a blind eye continues to leave lost souls in the dark. Unfortunately, small and mega church have been doing it for hundreds of years... Rise-up and lead the flock Chrisitan leaders, even if it's the uncomfortable truth! Blessings xo- Heal my Soul Wounds Program -> https://meliadiana.com/contact Christian Counseling & Coaching -> https://meliadiana.com/our-services Academy -> https://meliadiana.com/vertical-relationship-academy Partnership->https://meliadiana.com/vertical-relationship-ministries

In this episode, we visit with Dr. Doug Weiss, licensed psychologist and Executive Director of Heart to Heart Counseling Center, about:The trauma a partner experiences in sexual betrayalTeaching men to go on the offensive against porn, rather than just taking bulletsThe need for responsible parenting to help prevent problems later in lifeThe call for ministry leaders to let men wage war against porn in their churchesMore Information/Resources:Website: https://www.drdougweiss.com/WarpathStronger TogetherClean Book and DVD SetCovenant Eyes offers a clear path to freedom through trusted relationships and free resources. TRY COVENANT EYES FREE FOR 30 DAYS: (Promo Code: FreePodcast) Stay up to date on the latest news and guests on The Covenant Eyes Podcast by signing up for our newsletter: https://learn.covenanteyes.com/podcast-newsletter/ Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast

Most of us acknowledge our bodies as temples to be stewarded for God's glory, but it's easier said than put into practice. In today's episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, Luke Friesen and Bobby Rodriguez explain some of the spiritual implications of physical health and some measurable steps you can take toward being a healthier leader. 

For this month's Babbling Pastor Podcast Rob agreed to sit down and do a due sermon review. I decided to pick a sermon from the top watched sermons of the 2021 list from ChurchLeaders.com (link below). So we sat down and worked through the sermon as I normally would. This is part three of a four-part sermon review: Part One: https://youtu.be/EwRb4RhLDLM Part Two: https://youtu.be/v5qasRfYNvc Full sermon link: https://youtu.be/NMGizYL3crI Link:https://churchleaders.com/news/431930-the-most-viewed-sermons-on-youtube-from-the-past-year-include-only-four-names-and-a-woman-tops-the-list.html

John and Wayne open the new year discussing ways you can make 2023 your best year yet. They both dive into personal things they're doing this year as well as some practical strategies you can implement in your own life. For more information about the Make Room Whiteboard Sessions discussed in this episode, visit makeroomleaders.com. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Order your copy of John and Wayne's book, God and Race, at godandrace.com.

In this episode Kerry and Becky discuss two of the eight predicted trends itemized in Carey Nieuwhof's blogpost: "Future Church: 8 Church Trends to Watch in 2023."  They have to do with the decline of the Boomer generation in church and the openness to spirituality of members of Gen Z.  

In this episode, hosts Karen Potter and Brandon Clark recap the first season of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, reflecting on their favorite episodes. They also preview some of the big-name guests and hot topics to come in Season Two. Take a listen!SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://podcast.covenanteyes.com/Covenant Eyes offers a clear path to freedom through trusted relationships and free resources. TRY COVENANT EYES FREE FOR 30 DAYS: (Promo Code: FreePodcast) Stay up to date on the latest news and guests on The Covenant Eyes Podcast by signing up for our newsletter: https://learn.covenanteyes.com/podcast-newsletter/ Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast

For this month's Babbling Pastor Podcast Rob agreed to sit down and do a due sermon review. I decided to pick a sermon from the top watched sermons of the 2021 list from ChurchLeaders.com (link below). So we sat down and worked through the sermon as I normally would. This is part two of a four-part sermon review: Part One: https://youtu.be/EwRb4RhLDLM Full sermon link: https://youtu.be/NMGizYL3crI Link:https://churchleaders.com/news/431930-the-most-viewed-sermons-on-youtube-from-the-past-year-include-only-four-names-and-a-woman-tops-the-list.html

It's Wednesday, January 4th, A.D. 2023. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Nigerian Muslims kidnapped 53 Christians, killed one on Christmas Fulani Muslim herdsmen in Nigeria, Africa and other terrorists killed one Christian and kidnapped 53 more on Christmas Day in southern Kaduna state. This comes after militants killed 40 believers in the week leading up to Christmas. One local resident said, “Mass graves litter the community and the countryside. Our people can no longer go to their farms for fear of being gunned down or macheted. Lamentably, the Fulani terrorist attacks have continued unabated as they are heard chanting, ‘Allah Akbar [Allah, the moon god, is greater]' during the killing and destructive expeditions.” Please pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters in Christ in Nigeria. GOP conservatives reject Kevin McCarthy for House Speaker The House adjourned without a speaker on Tuesday for the first time in a century after Republican Congressman Kevin McCarthy of California failed in a third straight vote for the gavel, reports Politico.com. It comes after 19 Republican conservatives derailed McCarthy's first and second vote to become Speaker, throwing the party further into chaos on their first day in the majority. Twenty House Republicans threw their support behind GOP Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio, who has repeatedly said he does not want the gavel, which sunk McCarthy's bid to take the position on the opening day of Congress. In fact, Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz of Florida slammed Kevin McCarthy as he nominated Jim Jordan. Listen. GAETZ: “Maybe the right person for the job of Speaker of the House isn't someone – [McCarthy] -- who wants it so bad. Maybe the right person for the job of Speaker of the House isn't someone who has sold shares of themselves for more than a decade to get it. (surprised reaction) Maybe Jim Jordan is the right person for Speaker of the House because he is not beholden to the lobbyists and special interests who have corrupted this place and corrupted this nation under the leadership of both Republicans and Democrats. “Maybe Jim Jordan would be the right person for Speaker of the House because he wouldn't fight us when we try to get a term limits bill on the floor. Maybe Jim Jordan would be the right person because he wouldn't fight us when we try to put a balanced budget on the floor and vote for it. And maybe Jim Jordan is the right person because he would endorse the plan that was built by the Texas delegation to finally secure our border.” McCarthy, who can only afford to lose four votes out of the 222 Republican members, is facing an uphill battle to take over the gavel from Nancy Pelosi. Before the vote, Gaetz said, "Those of us who will not be voting for Kevin McCarthy today take no joy in this discomfort that this moment has brought. But if you want to drain the swamp, you cannot put the biggest alligator in charge of the exercise. I'm a Florida man and I know of what I speak.” New York judge allows people to pack heat at church Last Thursday, a U.S. federal judge temporarily blocked a New York State law that prohibits people from carrying firearms in houses of worship.  Pastor Michael Spencer of His Tabernacle Family Church is challenging the law and is represented by First Liberty Institute.  Ryan Gardner with First Liberty said, “Singling out houses of worship for total disarmament demonstrates hostility toward religion, leaves them defenseless to rebuff violent attacks, sticks the state's nose into how religious services are conducted, and defies at least two recent Supreme Court rulings against New York.” Sean Feucht vs. Antifa at defaced San Diego church Antifa members defaced City View Church's building in San Diego, California last week. The church was planning on holding a New Year's Eve worship service led by Christian singer Sean Feucht. Police are investigating the attack as a hate crime. The far-left activists spray painted profanities and threats on the church building. According to a video of one tweet, Feucht told ChurchLeaders.com, “The church isn't a building. We're the bride of Christ and in 2023 we're rising up like never before.” FEUCHT: “Rejoice and be glad. So, that's what we're going to do in San Diego tonight. We've been persecuted. All kinds of crazy stuff has been said. This church has been vandalized. But you know what? Tonight, you're going to see a resilient church. This is a prophetic night for what God is doing in 2023. You're going to see a church rising up in boldness, rising up in courage.” Matthew 5:10-12 says, “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in Heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.” Court upholds school's right to restrict bathrooms to biological sex Last Friday, the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a Florida school district's anti-transgender policy. The St. Johns County School Board has a bathroom policy that distinguishes students based on biological sex. A female student pretending to be a boy sued the school over the policy.  The ruling noted, “The school board's bathroom policy is clearly related to — indeed, is almost a mirror of — its objective of protecting the privacy interests of students to use the bathroom away from the opposite sex and to shield their bodies from the opposite sex in the bathroom.” Wall Street's worst year since 2008 And finally, Wall Street ended its worst year since 2008 last Friday. All three major stock indices reported painful losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down nearly 8% for 2022. The S&P 500 dropped nearly 20%, and the  tech-heavy Nasdaq fell over 30%. Media and tech companies recorded some of the biggest losses. The Walt Disney Company, Netflix, Comcast and other media groups lost over half a trillion dollars in market value last year. Disney stock, in particular, dropped 45% as the company continues to support sexually perverted lifestyles. Galatians 6:7 says, “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap.” Close And that's The Worldview in 5 Minutes on this Wednesday, January 4th in the year of our Lord 2023. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Church leaders are under a lot of pressure. And nobody is perfect, so it’s not surprising there are mistakes church leaders make. Sometimes repeatedly. Sure, everyone makes mistakes…but those who ... Read More

Is it possible that a person's porn use is trying to tell them something about their life? That's the question we explore in this episode as we visit with Ben Bennett, Director of Resolution Movement for Josh McDowell Ministry, about:Porn use as the new sex ed among younger generationsWhy it's so hard to admit we have weaknessesOur deep longings for acceptance, attention, and safetyMore Information/Resources:resolutionmovement.orgbenbennett.orgBook: http://freetothrivebook.com/Instagram: benvbennettCovenant Eyes offers a clear path to freedom through trusted relationships and free resources. TRY COVENANT EYES FREE FOR 30 DAYS: (Promo Code: FreePodcast) Stay up to date on the latest news and guests on The Covenant Eyes Podcast by signing up for our newsletter: https://learn.covenanteyes.com/podcast-newsletter/ Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast

In this episode, Michelle Nietert, a professional counselor, talks about:How poor mental health drives porn use in kidsThe warning signs parents need to look forWhat parents can do to help their children work through mental health strugglesMore Information/Resources:***NEW BOOK: Make Up Your Mind: Unlock Your Thoughts, Transform Your LifeWebsite: http://www.yourmentalhealthcoach.comConnect with Michelle: http://bit.ly/Michellewants2connectPodcast: https://raisingmentallyhealthykids.comInstagram: michellenietertCovenant Eyes offers a clear path to freedom through trusted relationships and free resources. TRY COVENANT EYES FREE FOR 30 DAYS: (Promo Code: FreePodcast) Stay up to date on the latest news and guests on The Covenant Eyes Podcast by signing up for our newsletter: https://learn.covenanteyes.com/podcast-newsletter/ Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast

For this month's Babbling Pastor Podcast Rob agreed to sit down and do a due sermon review. I decided to pick a sermon from the top watched sermons of the 2021 list from ChurchLeaders.com (link below). So we sat down and worked through the sermon as I normally would. This is part one of a four-part sermon review. Full sermon link: https://youtu.be/NMGizYL3crI Link: https://churchleaders.com/news/431930-the-most-viewed-sermons-on-youtube-from-the-past-year-include-only-four-names-and-a-woman-tops-the-list.html

We're so grateful for the many ways people have partnered with us in prayer and generous giving this year. Pastors Kevin Butcher and William Mack share some of their experiences from 2022 and paint a picture for what 2023 looks like here at Rooted Ministries. For ways to give to the ministry please visit www.rootedministries.co/donate.

Jay sits down with long time friend and Pastor, Jerry Royal, to discuss how sex, lies, and greed seem to be running through Church leaders. Is the ministry full of frauds? What happens after a Church leader messes up? Does the punishment fit the crime? Jay and Jerry answer these questions and more.

It's that big question: Can science and religion work together? In this episode, we don't answer that question specifically, but we do visit with Craig Perra, founder of The Mindful Habit® System, about if a science-based approach should be part of the solution for a Christian trying to quit porn.More Information/Resources:Website: https://www.themindfulhabit.com/Covenant Eyes offers a clear path to freedom through trusted relationships and free resources. TRY COVENANT EYES FREE FOR 30 DAYS: (Promo Code: FreePodcast) Stay up to date on the latest news and guests on The Covenant Eyes Podcast by signing up for our newsletter: https://learn.covenanteyes.com/podcast-newsletter/ Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast

Love runs deep in God's plan for humanity as we are made in His image, and love is at His core. As we move into the fourth week of Advent, celebrating the birth of Jesus and His imminent expected return, love should be the feeling we share towards him and one another. How should that manifest itself in a revitalized church? To read today's show notes, visit: https://malphursgroup.com/171

In today's episode, Mother Miriam encourages the Catholic laity to continue remaining strong in the faith as we near the celebration of Christ's Nativity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/415759-mike-cosper-rise-fall-mars-hill-church-leaders.html In our most listened to episode of 2022, Mike Cosper joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share about his experience creating the "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and his thoughts on what church leaders should take away from the series. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

In this episode I chat with Dr Dan Allender Professor of Counseling Psychology about abuse, trauma and religious organisations. Konrad asks the questions; Why do churches seem to be so full of hypocritical narcissistic leaders who abuse power? Why are we so attracted to these people? In this episode we explore; - How to interpret the Genesis creation poem. - Why we love watching church leaders fail. - Why church scandals never seem to end. - When trauma and religion mixes - The role of shame, power and control. - Why people abuse power. - Is shame good or a bad? - Why churches don't deal with trauma well. - What is Lust? - Why politics is toxic - Why we are attracted to narcissistic leaders - The role of religion and spirituality - The dangers of religion and cults Connect with Dr Dan Allender https://theallendercenter.org/about/team/dan-allender/ To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Apostates Anonymous Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message

On today's program, two Florida ministry leaders that we first reported on during the summer have been arrested and charged with defrauding taxpayers out of $8-million in Payroll Protection Program funds. And in Virginia, The Family Foundation, a nonprofit organization that promotes Christian values, was denied service at a restaurant in Richmond, this month on the basis of the group's position on abortion and same-sex marriage.  We'll have the details on both these stories later in the program. We begin today with news that a Presbyterian church in the Chicago area is being investigated for firing an employee when she complained of gender discrimination. I want our listeners to know that this will be our last regular podcast episode of the year.  We'll drop one more episode between Christmas and New Year's – it will be an episode that highlights the top 10 stories of the year. So, since this is our last regular episode, I wanted to say how grateful we are to those of you who are regular listeners to the podcast.  We have nearly doubled our listenership in the past year and given all the podcast options out there, I want you to know that I'm honored that you consider this podcast worth your time each week. If you are a regular listener, and you'd like to see this podcast and the work of MinistryWatch survive and thrive, I'd like to humbly suggest that you make a year-end gift to MinistryWatch.  We are not a mega-ministry, and we don't aspire to become one.  Our budget is less than $500,000 per year, and we are trying to raise $81,000 by the end of this month.  We're about half-way there, which is good, but that also means that we have a long way to go. If you'd like to pitch in to ensure that MinistryWatch remains a viable endeavor, please go to MinistryWatch.com and it the “donate” button at the top of the page. Oh, yes, and one more thing:  I hope you have a Merry Christmas! The producers for today's program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh.  We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Kim Roberts, Anne Stych, Jessica Eturralde, Dale Chamberlain, Alejandra Molina, and Christina Darnell. A special thanks to The Christian Chronicle and ChurchLeaders.com for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.  

Today, I interview Shane and Victoria McDowell from Stockholm, Sweden.  Listen as they share: How they made their decision to go on the foreign mission field. How they didn't really like each other for five years and then ended up getting married. How Shane has type one diabetes and still went overseas to preach the word. What has been most challenging and rewarding for them in Stockholm. What it's like to enjoy only six hours of sunlight a day during the winter

The brain damage caused by pornography is real, but we probably don't think of connecting problems we've been having physically, mentally, or emotionally with our porn use. In this episode, Noah Church, a recovery coach, joins us to talk about what these porn-induced problems look like and how we can find healing from this damage.More Information/Resources:Website: https://addictedtointernetporn.com/Covenant Eyes offers a clear path to freedom through trusted relationships and free resources. TRY COVENANT EYES FREE FOR 30 DAYS: (Promo Code: FreePodcast) Stay up to date on the latest news and guests on The Covenant Eyes Podcast by signing up for our newsletter: https://learn.covenanteyes.com/podcast-newsletter/ Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast

Who should be on the leadership team of a church?  In our experience, the leadership team of most churches is comprised of the elders--and only the elders.  New Testament elders are responsible for the spiritual oversight of their church.  That's biblical.  But, why must they be the ones or the only ones who are responsible for setting the direction and making day-to-day decisions of the church?  Why, for example, shouldn't a church's minister or ministers have a seat on that important leadership team?  In this episode, Kerry and Becky reflect on the composition of THE leadership team in a church.

Nearly since its founding, leaders of the LDS Church have excommunicated members for wrongdoing. In earlier times, such punishments might have lasted only weeks. Over the course of succeeding decades, this practice became more severe, constituting a wrenching removal from the community. Gaining readmittance often required intense penance and evidence of significant change stretching over a prolonged period of time. Sometimes this process even involved the leaders' colleagues. Justice and Mercy offers in-depth examinations of several high-profile case studies in church discipline, using journals and other sources close to the participants to provide candid detail. Today we interview author Gary James Bergera and Editor Bryan Buchanan. The book can be purchased here: Justice & Mercy   Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon Pick “Mormon Stories” as your charity on Amazon Smile or through the Amazon App  Our Platforms: Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com  PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117  Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

Learning to Surface and Test the Mental Models: Part 2 When you are leading off map, learning to surface and test the mental models—yours and those of your team—that guide your decision-making is an essential leadership skill. In this episode, we are going to name what we believe to be the dominant mental model and then compare and contrast it to what we see emerging. As you listen, join us in asking how is the new mental model similar to what we are currently practicing and how is it different? Listen to Learning to Surface and Test the Mental Model Part 1 Conversation Overview Definition of a mental model Shift in the mental model of leadership style Shift in the mental model of discipleship Shift in the mental model of success Disorienting shift in influence many pastors are facing Links & References Mac McCarthy Praxis Podcast with Mac McCarthy Crosspoint Community Church Learning to Surface and Test the Mental Model Part 1 Alan Roxburgh Fifth Discipline by Peter Senge Tod Bolsinger, Canoeing the Mountains Dallas Willard

One of the most important aspects of the church is making sure the leaders are those who have been appointed by Jesus. Today, as we study the qualifications of leadership in 1st Timothy 3, we'll see that the qualifications are a helpful tool to guide us in recognizing the leadership Jesus has appointed in that particular church. So join us in this important study! The Key Chapters Bible Podcast is a daily, 15ish minute podcast that goes over the key chapters of the Bible, one per day, explaining how it fits into the overall message of God and how it relates to our lives now. Jump in today or start back in Genesis 1! To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: www.keychapters.org. Available on all major podcast platforms, and now on The YouVersion Bible App Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OqbnDRrfuyHRmkpUSyoHv Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-key-chapters-in-the-bible/id1493571819 YouTube: Key Chapters of the Bible on YouTube. As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from Feedspot.com. Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM. Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.   

Did the Church get Her teaching on pornography and masturbation wrong? That's what Kelsey Skoch, international speaker and author of the book Uncompromising Purity, It's Not Just a Guy Problem, put to the test as she tried to prove to herself that she wasn't addicted. In this episode, Kelsey shares what happened in her life because of this test and talks about five steps women can take to quit porn.5 Steps for Women to Quit Porn:Invite Jesus.Determine your triggers.Develop a plan.Establish accountability.Seek spiritual and professional healing.More Information/Resources:Website: www.kelseyskoch.com/purityBook: https://chastity.com/products/uncompromising-purity/Covenant Eyes offers a clear path to freedom through trusted relationships and free resources. TRY COVENANT EYES FREE FOR 30 DAYS: (Promo Code: FreePodcast) Stay up to date on the latest news and guests on The Covenant Eyes Podcast by signing up for our newsletter: https://learn.covenanteyes.com/podcast-newsletter/ Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast

Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/440257-bryan-loritts-church-leaders-struggling-fatherhood.html Dr. Bryan Loritts joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to encourage church leaders who are struggling with fatherhood and to share four important gifts all dads can give their kids.    ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685   Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

John and Wayne answer questions all about excellence. They discuss topics like the difference between excellence and perfectionism, ways to build excellence in your personal life, how much of excellence is taught and how much is caught, and more. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Order your copy of John and Wayne's book, God and Race, at godandrace.com.

As leaders, there are always things working against leading with excellence. What are some of those barriers? John and Wayne talk about some of the biggest ones every leader needs to navigate and overcome. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Order your copy of John and Wayne's book, God and Race, at godandrace.com.

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Get notes on this podcast here:  https://churchleaders.com/podcast/439224-trillia-newbell-church-leaders-fear-anxiety.html Trillia Newbell joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to explain how the Lord has helped her with her fear and anxiety and also to share some thoughts on women in ministry. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/

Kayla Stoecklein returns to the podcast four years after her husband, Andrew, died by suicide to talk about the unsustainable pressures of ministry on church leaders, how she's grieved her losses, making sure your loss doesn't define you, and how to overcome your victim mentality. Get more on this episode by going to https://careynieuwhof.com/episode535.

Recently a listener wrote in to ask what is wrong with DEI training. After all, she said, her black friend was the DEI director at her work and thinks it's wonderful. DEI, like CRT, SEL and CSE (a quick internet search will reveal what these woke acronyms stand for) are all part of the cultural Marxism that we are being forced to serve up with our Thanksgiving dinners this year. Hint: they do not mean what most of us thought they would mean. Definitions have changed in the woke world of ever-changing standards and absurdity. Good news, though! We can fight this and win with one word: TRUTH.​ SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heidistjohn/support

What does it take to do things with excellence? John and Wayne each talk through a personal list of their own of ingredients that are needed to cultivate an excellent spirit. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Order your copy of John and Wayne's book, God and Race, at godandrace.com.

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: A former Playboy model pleads guilty to the fatal beating of a wealthy doctor who supported her financially. Plus, a megachurch leader is charged with starving her adopted daughter to death. Danny Smith joins host Ana Garcia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.