Best Gls Podcasts (2024)

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217 | Leadership Lessons from the Tour de France + David Ashcraft, CEO of GLS, the Largest Leadership Event in the World 48:26

21d ago48:26

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Our guest is David Ashcraft, CEO of the Global Leadership Network which puts on the Global Leadership Summit, the largest leadership event of its kind in the world. David spent over 3 decades as the senior pastor of LCBC Church in PA before his current role. He's also the founder of The Advantage, a leadership collective focused on equipping pastor…

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Scripture Memorization: Embracing the Divine Word of John 1:1 / 102 Beginnings 3:48

4h ago3:48

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Send a comment. What if you could unlock the profound mysteries of the universe by understanding just one verse? On this episode of God's Loving Sacrifice Word Memorization Podcast, we uncover the deep theological richness embedded in John 1:1: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." This isn't just a verse…

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Let's Not "BE"come what God Warns Against / S2E50 12:08

10h ago12:08

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Send a comment. What if embracing certain "do" and "do not" commands could transform your Christian walk? This episode explores the duality of Christian living, diving deep into positive attributes like kindness, forgiveness, and tenderheartedness, drawing inspiration from Ephesians 4:32. We then transition to the "do not be" directives, discussing…

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220| 25 Women Leaders to Know + Helping Foster Families Thrive with Jenni Lord, CEO of Chosen Care 32:32

6h ago32:32

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Our guest is Jenni Lord, founder and CEO of Chosen, working to empower and support Families involved in the adoption, foster care, and welfare system in America. We discuss Jenni's story, the power of collaboration, how to launch a social impact org, why grit matters, and more. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all t…

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Scripture Memorization: Discovering the Power of Genesis 1:1 / 101 Beginnings 4:08

7d ago4:08

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Send a comment. What if memorizing scripture could become a transformative part of your daily life? Today, we embark on a journey to uncover the profound significance of Genesis 1:1 and how this foundational verse, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth," can deepen your faith and spiritual understanding. Whether you're at home or…

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Let's "BE"come what God Commands / S2E49 18:13

10d ago18:13

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Send a comment. What if the key to peace and a fulfilling life lies in mending broken relationships and embodying divine wisdom? This episode explores the profound "BE's" that should define our lives as God's children. We begin by discussing the importance of reconciliation, drawing from Matthew 5:24, and the balance of "BE"ing wise and harmless in…

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219 | Author, Advisor and Activist Dave Gibbons + Top Leadership Links 32:35

6d ago32:35

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Our guest is Dave Gibbons, strategic advisor, founding pastor of Newsong Church, activist, and best-selling author of multiple books, including his most recent memoir entitled The Shape of My Eyes. We discuss Dave's story, the power of transparency, how to be a succesful strategic advisor, prophetic wisdom, and much more. Make sure to visit http://…

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138: Help Parents Have Better Conversations with their Teenagers 7:19

7d ago7:19

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A student gets home from youth group, camp, or a mission trip, and the parent asks how it was and all they hear is “good.” How can we help parents have better conversations with their teenagers? On this quick episode of Student Ministry Connection, Steve shares 5 ways we can help parents to have good conversations with their kids. Sponsor for this …

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Responding to Worldly Turmoil with Scripture's Guidance / S2E48 16:06

10d ago16:06

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Send a comment. Can controversial events at the Olympics reflect a deeper spiritual crisis? Discover how we navigate this complex emotional and spiritual landscape using the wisdom of scriptures from John, 2 Timothy, and Romans. Unpack the misconceptions about the devil's influence and learn why personal responsibility is paramount. Hear how the Ch…

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The High Cost of Not Letting Go 21:09

12d ago21:09

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Great leaders care deeply about accomplishing their mission. But is it possible to care too much? In today’s podcast, Craig shares a better way to lead your organization into the future and the high cost of not letting go. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/the-high-cost-of-not-letting-go/…

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218 | Jordan Montgomery on the Art of Encouragement + July Top Ten Leadership List 46:34

13d ago46:34

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Our guest is Jordan Montgomery, best-selling author of the new book The Art of Encouragement. Jordan is a performance coach, host of the Growth Over Goals Podcast, and top rated keynote speaker. As well as CEO of the Montgomery Companies. We discuss the art of encouragement, the power of authenticity, lessons on leadership, practical tools for lead…

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Ep 145: SPECIAL—Season 8 Preview with David Ashcraft and Whitney Putnam 21:45

14d ago21:45

21:45

Our world has never been more in need of healthy, growing leaders. In a world of tension and anxiety, we need men and women who have the courage to respond to the call to lead and who impact their communities positively by diligently using their influence to make things better. The Global Leadership Podcast hopes to educate and inspire growing lead…

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Ep 144: Looking Back On a Lifetime of Leadership Growth—Fred Martin (Founder and CEO, Objective Measure) 23:37

15d ago23:37

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Over an astonishing 45 years, Fred Martin, Founder and CEO of Objective Measure, built a career marked by consistent success and a commitment to leadership. In this conversation with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft, Fred shares about how his faith affects his ability to lead, how he strives to continue growing as a leader, and how his vision f…

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Exploring God's Steadfast Love and the Necessity of Daily Repentance / S1E47 15:05

24d ago15:05

15:05

Send a comment. Can you truly grasp the depth of God's unwavering love, even when you falter? Today, we explore the profound themes of repentance and salvation in Christianity, ensuring you understand why repentance remains essential even after salvation. Dive into the scriptures—Romans 8:31-39, Hebrews 10:26-31, and Hebrews 3:12-14—with us and unc…

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137: How to Evaluate and Change Your Ministry 17:55

21d ago17:55

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How do you know when it's time to change or quit doing a program? When is it time to change up the way you do youth group, camp, mission trips, or even VBS? On this quick-hit episode of Student Ministry Connection, Steve shares how to evaluate ministry programs and some ways to go about modifying or letting them go when it's time to change it up. S…

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Finding Hope and Comfort in John's Visions of Heaven / S2E46 11:10

23d ago11:10

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Send a comment. Ever wondered what heaven is truly like? Imagine a place where pain, tears, and sorrow are replaced by eternal peace and divine splendor. In this deeply moving episode, we explore the profound concept of heaven, drawing inspiration from the touching lyrics of Sarah Darling, Rob Crosby, and Doug Johnson's "Knowing What I Know About H…

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Becoming an Inspirational Leader | Priscilla Shirer 36:45

26d ago36:45

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Why are some leaders more inspirational than others, and what sets them apart? In this episode, Priscilla Shirer shares how to become more inspirational in your leadership and communication—and how to inspire your team to change the world. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/becoming-an-inspirational…

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216 | Willie Robertson of Duck Dynasty and Duck Commander and author of Gospeler + Young Influencers List 50:38

27d ago50:38

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Our guest is Willie Robertson of Duck Dynasty. Willie is an entrepreneur, author, speaker and outdoorsman, Willie is best known for starring in and executive producing A&E’s Duck Dynasty uber popular TV show. He is a NYT best-selling author of several books, including his newest release, Gospeler. He is the founder of Buck Commander and CEO of Duck…

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Overcoming Life's Battles by Understanding the Armor of God / S2E45 15:25

1M ago15:25

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Send a comment. How do you defend yourself against the unseen battles of life? Today, we uncover the profound wisdom found in Ephesians 6:10-18, dissecting the Armor of God piece by piece. From the helmet of salvation to the sword of the Spirit, we unravel the critical roles each element plays in fortifying a believer's faith. With personal stories…

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215 | Best-selling Leadership Expert and Psychologist Henry Cloud + 5 Things from the Internet 45:36

1M ago45:36

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Our guest is Dr. HENRY CLOUD, NYT Best-selling author of over 20 million books, global leadership expert, renowned psychologist and author of the new book Why I Believe. We discuss sharing your faith, navigating faith with friends, recent learnings, the power of love, and much more. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and …

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136: Staying Connected to the Vine with Candice Wynn 39:19

1M ago39:19

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Why is it sometimes so easy for us to forget Jesus in the middle of ministry? We get caught up in the doing of ministry and don’t spend much time with Jesus himself, the vine (John 15). On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, Candice Wynn joins us to talk about staying connected to Jesus and also about her brand new ministry, BOON. Sponsor …

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Ep 143: The Power of a Learning Leader—Megan Tamte’s Journey From Entrepreneur to Co-CEO 32:15

1M ago32:15

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Initially, Megan Tamte did not think of herself as an entrepreneur, but after a disappointing shopping experience triggered a patient and faith-filled journey, she and her husband Mike launched—and now are Co-CEOs of—EVEREVE, a national chain of over 100 stores and a thriving ecommerce site as well. Recently, Megan sat down with GLS Executive Produ…

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Spiritual Discernment and Life's Open Doors / S2E44 12:21

1M ago12:21

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Send a comment. Can you trust that open door in your life is truly from God? Discover how to discern His guidance effectively on this week's episode of "God's Loving Sacrifice." James steps in to share three foundational ways to ensure that opportunities align with divine will, starting with the critical importance of them not contradicting biblica…

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Leading From Your Extremes | Live from the Global Leadership Summit 43:27

2M ago43:27

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Many of the best leaders are confident and humble, driven yet healthy, and focused but still flexible. Greatness is often found in those extremes, and in this episode, Craig shares the secrets to mastering these extreme qualities. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/leading-from-your-extremes-live-fr…

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214 | June Top Ten Leadership List + Brian Tome of Crossroads Church and Founder of Man Camp, Influencing Thousands of Men in America 48:55

1M ago48:55

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Our guest is BRIAN TOME, founding and Senior Pastor of Crossroads Church in Cincinnati, one of the largest churches in America. Brian is also the founder and leader of Man Camp, happening September 27-29 outside of Cincinnati, with 3,000 men attending this weekend experience. He's the host of The Aggressive Life podcast and also the author of The F…

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070 || GLS Next Gen 30:31

1M ago30:31

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GLS Next Gen is an exciting new model to enhance the Global Leadership Summit for a new audience! Join GLS Next Gen team members, Jenna Istvanik and Mariana Rubinec, who share their experience in developing this new, exclusive content. We hear the importance of investing in the present to build the future. Join the conversation to identify and nurt…

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Gratitude and Growth: Celebrating Our Podcast's 100th Episode / S2E43 (30 minutes) 28:36

1M ago28:36

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Send a comment. Ever wonder how a moment of divine inspiration can lead to a journey of faith and resilience? Join us in celebrating the 100th episode of "God's Loving Sacrifice" where my son James and I reflect on the incredible journey that led to the creation of our podcast. Hear James share how his persistent encouragement and a divine encounte…

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135: Keeping a Kingdom Mindset with Steve White 38:15

2M ago38:15

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How do we respond when someone decides to leave your church or ministry? Do we have a castle mindset or a kingdom mindset, seeing the bigger picture of the entire church? Steve White joins us this week discuss what it’s like to have a kingdom mindset and keep it. Sponsor for this episode of podcast: G Shades - https://gshades.org (Use code CONNECTI…

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213 | 14 Communicators I Listen To + Matt Chandler, Author of The Overcomers and Pastor of The Village Church 55:44

2M ago55:44

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Our guest is MATT CHANDLER, Lead Pastor of The Village Church in the Dallas area, exec chairman of ACTS 29 Network, host of The Overcomers Podcast, and best-selling author of multiple books, including his most recent The Overcomers. We discuss ranching and cattle, leading with boldness and courage, friendship, leadership structure, how to finish we…

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Ep 142: WinShape Marriage’s Julie Baumgardner—Healthy People Make Healthy Employees 42:10

2M ago42:10

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Global Leadership Podcast team members Eric Case and Aubrey Wentz recently sat down with Julie Baumgardner, Senior Director of WinShape Marriage, to discuss the relationship between the health of our home and relational worlds and our work performance. Julie has spent over 20 years working—first as a counselor and now as an executive-level leader—t…

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Ep 17: 20 Pounds Down | GLS Pod 34:22

2M ago34:22

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On this episode Thati dives into her recent healthy journey and the reality of what actually got her to this point. Sometimes loving yourself means having some realizations that aren't always positive. For any body has always been the "big person", the one constantly body shamed, made to feel less than even though you are "more than" everyone else …

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The Profound Connection Between Jewish Wedding Traditions and Christ's Covenant / S1E42 11:04

2M ago11:04

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Send a comment. Discover the rich, symbolic tapestry that intertwines a traditional Jewish wedding with the profound relationship between Jesus and His Church. Picture this: Jesus, the divine bridegroom, preparing a place for us in His Father's house, just as a Jewish groom readies a home for his bride. Through John 14:1-4 and Thessalonians 4:16, w…

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Strategies for Building Great Leaders | Rob Hoskins 44:58

2M ago44:58

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For a leader to grow, they’ll need the investment and coaching of a few mentors along the way. In this episode, one of Craig's mentors Rob Hoskins shares the practical strategies he uses to develop leaders and the advantages of finding a mentor. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/strategies-for-buil…

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212 | Chad Veach Talks Leadership, Life and the Lakers + 12 Leadership Podcasts to Subscribe to 54:02

2M ago54:02

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Our guest is CHAD VEACH, founding and Lead Pastor of ZOE Church in LA, and best-selling author of multiple books, including his most recent The Digital Fast. Chad is the host of the Leadership Lean In Podcast, one of my favorites, and speaks all over the world for churches and conferences. We discuss his next book, golf, why the Lakers are stuck, c…

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How Moral Relativism Challenges Christian Values / S2E41 18:20

2M ago18:20

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Send a comment. Is lying just a harmless part of everyday life, or does it erode the very fabric of our society? This episode tackles this provocative question head-on by exploring the prevalence of dishonesty in business and politics through a personal story about a botched Amazon delivery. We contrast moral relativism, the belief that right and w…

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134: GLS NextGen with Jenna Istvanik and Mariana Rubinec 20:17

2M ago20:17

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How can we train up the next generation of leaders? The Global Leadership Summit has been thinking about that very question and they're ready to answer. On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, we talk with Jenna Istvanik and Mariana Rubinec, two young leaders from GLS NextGen about what we can expect from this year's event, why you should …

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Ep 141: Chick-fil-A’s Cliff Robinson on Valuing People and Offering Excellent Products and Services 36:36

2M ago36:36

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Recently, GLN CEO & President David Ashcraft sat down with Cliff Robinson, Executive VP and “Chief People Person” at Chick-fil-A. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to sit in a room with an experienced, high-level leader and listen to them share practical experience and wisdom, this is a great episode to dive into! Cliff discusses how the Chick…

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211 | Darren Whitehead on doing a Digital Fast and Leading Well with Technology + 5 Things from the Internet 57:43

2M ago57:43

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Our guest is Darren Whitehead, Senior Pastor of Church of the City in Nashville/Franklin, and best-selling author of multiple books, including his most recent The Digital Fast. Darren is also the founder of Hold Fast, a retreat and community for Pastors. We discuss the new book The Digital Fast, parenting teenagers, the next generation, balancing t…

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Ep 16: From Miss to Mrs :Bachelorette and Wedding Recap| GLS Pod 35:25

2M ago35:25

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Welcome back to another episode of Good Luck Sis! In this episode, hosts Elly and Thati J catch up on the exciting events that kept them busy during March and April. They share behind-the-scenes stories from Elly's wedding and Thati's bridesmaid duties. Tune in for a fun and heartfelt recap of bachelorette adventures, wedding preparations, and Elly…

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Preparing for the Rapture and Understanding the Tribulation / S2E40 10:37

2M ago10:37

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Send a comment. Should you be getting ready for the rapture or preparing for the tribulation? This episode of God's Loving Sacrifice brings James to the mic, stepping in for his mom, to tackle this profound spiritual dilemma. We discuss the pre-tribulation rapture theory, drawing from 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18, to explain why followers of Jesus Chris…

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Using Adversity to Your Advantage | Will Guidara 54:01

2M ago54:01

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Of all the books Craig read in 2023, two stood out as top recommendations. Will Guidara’s "Unreasonable Hospitality" is one, and in this episode, Will shares why any organization will grow when they’re unreasonable about serving others. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/using-adversity-to-your-adva…

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