Best Shorttermmissions Podcasts (2024)

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Looking Back and Moving Forward 7:34

7M ago7:34

7:34

There will be some changes with the Leaders Moment podcast. Listen as Scott reflects on the remarkable 5-year journey of the Leaders Moment, celebrating over 258 thought-provoking episodes. He also talks about how his focus is changing based on God's guidance and how that will impact the show. ➡️ Read the blog post Follow or Subscribe ➡️ Apple Podc…

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Inside the Leadership Mind of a Special Forces Soldier 25:51

8M ago25:51

25:51

Join host Scott McClelland and a special guest from the special forces community as they unpack the intersection of faith and masculinity. Learn about how taking initiative, being resilient, and working in a team are essential for soldiers and for anyone facing life's challenges. This episode explores the true meaning of being a man of faith throug…

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How to Thrive as a Forerunner in a Changing World 58:20

9M ago58:20

58:20

When God shows us something, it's time to act on it, right? Well, as we look through Scripture, that's certainly not often the case. As Scott and Ken mention, sometimes we struggle to understand what God wants us to do and when. This struggle is meant to help us rely on God more fully. Otherwise, we are virtually guaranteed to make a mess of it as …

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Unearthing the Power of Humility for Christian Leaders 42:24

10M ago42:24

42:24

Let's face it - the world is filled with distractions and temptations. However, as Christian leaders, we must stay grounded in humility and truth. But what happens when we're faced with a shocking revelation that threatens our faith? Scott and special guest cohost Ken Brooks discuss the insights gained by Scott through decades of experience, which …

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From Church Building to Disciple-Making 43:37

11M ago43:37

43:37

In the unpredictable world of leadership, the power of discernment is vital. But what happens when spiritual activity is mistaken for the movement of God? What happens when we take our focus from building relationships and making disciples to building our churches? Join Scott McClelland and Ken Brooks as they navigate the treacherous waters of lead…

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Life-Changing Books That Uncover New Perspectives for Personal Growth 38:49

12M ago38:49

38:49

Have you ever heard these myths about books that can truly transform your life? Myth number one: Books can't really change you, it's all just hype. Myth number two: Only self-help books can have a profound impact. Myth number three: You have to finish a book for it to have any meaningful impact on your life. As you might have guessed, none of these…

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Lifelong Learning and Self-Discipleship for Leaders with Ken Brooks 32:20

1y ago32:20

32:20

How do we develop as leaders in God's Kingdom? On the one hand, we must submit to God and allow Him to be in control. But on the other hand, discipleship is not a passive process. Rather, it's an intentional process. Ken Brown is no stranger to the tension between being passive and trying to charge ahead rather than waiting on God. Listen as he and…

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From Brainwashed to Empowered: Peter Young's Story of Escaping a Cult's Toxic Leadership 32:39

1y ago32:39

32:39

Peter Young shares the chilling experience of being a part of a destructive religious cult. As he delves into the dangers of toxic leadership and the lasting impact it can have, Peter's story takes an unexpected turn. Looking back, it seems inevitable, but it took him completely by surprise at the time, and it was something his brother said that he…

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Spiritual Leadership: Embracing Weakness, Growth, and Epic Faith 45:35

1y ago45:35

45:35

Are you tired of feeling like your faith is stagnant despite all your efforts? Have you been told to simply pray more or read your Bible regularly but still find yourself lacking a deeper connection with God? It's time to stop the ineffective actions and start fostering spiritual maturity through humility, responding to God's call, and embracing Ch…

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Rising Above Ego: Leadership Lessons from Pierce Brantley 31:25

1+ y ago31:25

31:25

From ego-driven to empowering: Pierce Brantley's journey into humility and the unexpected twist that revolutionized his approach to leadership. You won't believe the game-changing realization he made - and the open loop left will leave you questioning your own leadership style. “If you start with a posture of humility, both towards God and towards …

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Empowering Communities through Business as Mission with Samara Mendez 32:25

1+ y ago32:25

32:25

Samara Mendez is a passionate leader in the Business as Mission movement, having dedicated years of her life towards empowering communities through sustainable business practices. With roots originating from the Amazon region of Brazil, Samara brings a wealth of experience from her time as a missionary in South Africa and Mozambique, as well as her…

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A Miracle in Kenya: Elizabeth Braswell's Life-Changing Journey 38:49

1+ y ago38:49

38:49

Being a leader will take you out of your comfort zone - to places you would never have expected. This is a story of how being proactive and led by God took Elizabeth Braswell into the far reaches of the world. ➡️ Read the blog post Follow or Subscribe ➡️ Apple Podcasts ➡️ Google Podcasts ➡️ Spotify ➡️ Amazon KEY TAKEAWAYS: How has Elizabeth Braswel…

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Leading the Future of Aviation: Alex Taylor's Story of Conviction 39:21

1+ y ago39:21

39:21

Alex Taylor grew up as a missionary kid in Istanbul, Turkey. Now as an adult, he seeks to build the world's largest humanitarian air force. Listen to discover how he and the team at Orbs are defying the odds of complacency and liability in their daring mission of altruistic capitalism. ➡️ Read the blog post Follow or Subscribe ➡️ Apple Podcasts ➡️ …

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Unvarnished Faith: Bill Yoh on Servant Leadership 36:13

1+ y ago36:13

36:13

Bill Yoh was a seasoned corporate leader, but he had a lot to learn about leadership in the Kingdom. It was on a life-altering mission trip to Nicaragua that he learned a powerful new way of leading. That trip was the catalyst for a significant transformation, and ultimately led to his new book, Unvarnished Faith: Learning to Love with a Servant's …

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Love Overcomes Fear: Dave and Sahale Eubank's Share About Free Burma Rangers 42:13

1+ y ago42:13

42:13

When Dave Eubank and a small team started Free Burma Rangers nearly 30 years ago, they never could have imagined what God would do. They risk their lives to provide aid in war-torn areas, and have discovered that only love can conquer fear and enable them to bravely stand in the face of danger. ➡️ Read the blog post Follow or Subscribe ➡️ Apple Pod…

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Zack Millsaps: A Third Culture Kid Finds His Way in the Business World 39:53

1+ y ago39:53

39:53

When Zack Millsaps walked across the stage to receive his diploma, he had no idea that he'd be a video producer in the corporate world for billion-dollar brands - until he decided to go freelance and start his own company. ➡️ Read the blog post KEY TAKEAWAYS: What it was like growing up as a third culture kid What it’s like to be a freelancer in th…

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Fulfill Your Assignment, Not Your Potential 30:31

2y ago30:31

30:31

Have you ever found yourself in the trap of wondering if you’re doing enough? If you’re truly living up to your potential? What if the point is something else entirely? Listen as Mukwenda Kandole, a young entrepreneur, shares how he went from a missions background to starting his own successful business, and discover what God has shown him along th…

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Truth and Freedom through Jesus Christ (with Dave Skinner) 41:21

2y ago41:21

41:21

Have you ever wondered if you or someone you know might be a lost cause? That maybe it was impossible for God to do something truly meaningful? If so, you’re going to want to hear what God’s done in Dave Skinner’s life. He was born into nearly every advantage - except for a family that followed Christ. As he entered adulthood, he got involved in th…

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You ARE Ministry (with Dr. Nicole Davis) 34:15

2y ago34:15

34:15

Are you looking for a way to make a difference in the world? Listen in as Nicole Davis shares how every believer has an anointing and how you can live that out right where you are. You'll be encouraged to use your gifts and strengths to glorify God. Don't miss this opportunity to find out how you can make a real impact on the world around you. ➡️ R…

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What does Excellence in Leadership have to do with Mongolia, Film, and Litigation? 42:54

2y ago42:54

42:54

What does excellence in leadership have to do with Mongolia, short films, and the litigation industry? More than you might think. Listen to discover some of the incredible ways that God weaves together the stories of our lives for His glory as Joshua MacLeod and Bernie Anderson of Growability discuss what God's done in and through their lives, and …

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Motivated By Love, Not Fear (with Brittani Miller) 38:52

2y ago38:52

38:52

Fear is a powerful motivator, but it's not always the best one. In truth, fear can drive us to make decisions that aren't actually good for ourselves or for those we love and serve. Fear can blind us to reality and lead us to act as though we're trapped on a path that isn't healthy, when we should be free to do what's best. Listen to discover how B…

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Being a Common Sense Entrepreneur Who Doesn’t Give Up (with Dale Cooper) - LM0237 39:39

2y ago39:39

39:39

It's hard to be a business owner. You're met with obstacles regularly and some of them may even seem insurmountable. But with God's wisdom, coupled with perseverance and common sense, you can overcome anything. That's what Dale Cooper learned from his dad, and he wants to share that wisdom with you. As a serial entrepreneur and the smartest person …

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Supernatural Meets Ordinary: Walking On Dry Ground Through the Waters (with Tim Flachman) - LM0236 38:48

2+ y ago38:48

38:48

Are you looking for a new perspective on business? In this episode, entrepreneurs and business owners will be inspired by the concept of the ordinary meeting the extraordinary. Tim Flachman shares a powerful insight that compares the crossing of the Red Sea with starting and building a business. He also shares about the upside of downturn (big down…

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You, Business Leader, are a Joseph (with Pierce Brantley) - LM0235 47:27

2+ y ago47:27

47:27

As a Christian business leader, do you sometimes feel lost or without a clear purpose? Have no fear! In this powerful episode, I talk with Pierce Brantley about calling within business. He is a businessman, minister, author, and host of The Eternal Entrepreneur. His latest book, Calling: Awaken to the Purpose of Your Work, dives deeply into this to…

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Eternal Rewards in the Less Glamorous with Felipe Simoes - LM0234 26:23

2+ y ago26:23

26:23

It can be hard to stay motivated when our work doesn't feel glamorous. Felipe Simoes talks about how his barbershop is a place of ministry, and how attitude and skill, combined with faithfulness in small things, yield eternal rewards. As you listen, you'll be encouraged to remain faithful - especially if what you're doing seems mundane. ➡️ Read the…

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When God Operates Differently than You Expect with Josh Barlow - LM0233 37:01

2+ y ago37:01

37:01

Sometimes it's hard to understand how God operates. That makes sense, because we know that God's ways aren't ours. But it can be frustrating and confusing when our expectations don't match our plans. Listen as Josh Barlow shares how his walk with God has taught him the importance of resilience and reliance on God. ➡️ Read the blog post ➡️ One click…

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Rebranding and Transitioning to a New Podcast Format - LM0232 19:27

2+ y ago19:27

19:27

The Leadership Moment podcast is changing its format to better serve you as the listener. Some changes are coming soon, and they're going to be good! We want you to know what's happening so that you can continue listening with us as we make this transition. Listen to discover what we're changing and why it's changing. And then keep your eyes (and e…

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Awareness, Faith and Flexibility: Influence Through Music - Part 3 - LM0231 15:23

2+ y ago15:23

15:23

It can be difficult to know how to minister effectively in today's world. The landscape of ministry is constantly changing, and it can be hard to keep up with the latest trends. Listen as Davi Almeida shares his experience and how both faith and flexibility are essential in order to minister effectively in today's world. ➡️ Read the blog post ➡️ On…

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Awareness, Faith and Flexibility: Influence Through Music - Part 2 - LM0230 14:42

2+ y ago14:42

14:42

Coming to Christ moves us into God's Kingdom, but doesn't immediately remove us from our history, culture, or customs. Just as the mixture of influences in Brazil influenced how Brazilian music developed, they also play into how Christians live out the Gospel. And as we begin to understand God works in and through our disparate cultures, we begin t…

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Awareness, Faith and Flexibility: Influence Through Music - Part 1 - LM0229 14:45

2+ y ago14:45

14:45

You may know for a long time that things need to change, but sometimes it takes a crisis to force us to grow in ways we wouldn't have otherwise. That's what happened with Davi Almeida - God used the unexpected event of the COVID crisis to quickly change his business and bring transformation he hadn't planned on. Listen as Davi shares how faith and …

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Integrity and Respect No Matter the Cost, with Scott Sidler - Part 3 - LM0228 11:55

2+ y ago11:55

11:55

Is it hard to walk in faith and have peace when it feels like the world is crumbling around you? Scott Sidler sure faced some of those challenges as the owner of a construction company navigating the COVID pandemic. He shares how years of walking side by side with God laid the foundation for him to have peace and walk in faith during that time. In …

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Integrity and Respect No Matter the Cost, with Scott Sidler - Part 2 - LM0227 17:52

2+ y ago17:52

17:52

It costs something to run a business with integrity and respect. In the second episode of this three-episode discussion, we continue our conversation about integrity and respect, avoiding disaster, and overcoming temptation. We also go over what it looks like in business to do everything as unto the Lord. This is great listening for entrepreneurs w…

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Integrity and Respect No Matter the Cost, with Scott Sidler - Part 1 - LM0226 19:49

3y ago19:49

19:49

Have you ever been in a situation where you had to make a tough decision? In this episode, Scott Sidler of Austin Historical shares how he weaves faith and responsibility with everything in his business. Part 1 of our chat is all about the "un-contractor" -- a person who upholds their end of the contract by doing things ethically, honestly and resp…

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Believers in Business -- Scott’s Crisis Story (Part 2) - LM0225 12:33

3y ago12:33

12:33

Challenges in life and business are opportunities to trust God and grow in our faith. Listen as Scott shares the unexpected way God rescued him from an impossible situation. Blog Post: https://fxmissions.com/225sn One Click Tweet: https://fxmissions.com/225snt One Click Facebook Share: https://fxmissions.com/225snf In this new series, I (Scott) wan…

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Believers in Business -- Scott’s Crisis Story (Part 1) - LM0224 9:06

3y ago9:06

9:06

Living with our faith on display is challenging - especially in the face of a crisis. Shortly after purchasing a telecom business, I found myself in the middle of a full-blown crisis. I had bills to pay, friends and family who had invested in my business, and no visible prospects to right the ship. That's when God stepped in and brought me back to …

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Prevail Model of Leadership with Dr. Noah Manyika (Part 3) - LM0223 15:25

3y ago15:25

15:25

The key to biblical, transformational leadership is presence - God's presence and our presence. Listen to discover what our presence should do to fulfill the Great Commission and our Cultural Mandate. Blog Post: https://fxmissions.com/223 One Click Tweet: https://fxmissions.com/223t One Click Facebook Share: https://fxmissions.com/223f God has call…

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Prevail Model of Leadership with Dr. Noah Manyika (Part 2) - LM222 16:53

3y ago16:53

16:53

Humans are made in the image of God, blessed by Him to lead society. But what does this mean for our influence today? Blog Post: https://fxmissions.com/222 One Click Tweet: https://fxmissions.com/222t One Click Facebook Share: https://fxmissions.com/222f Have you been wondering how to be effective in fulfilling the Great Commission and impacting th…

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Prevail Model of Leadership with Dr. Noah Manyika (Part 1) - LM0221 18:23

3y ago18:23

18:23

Humans are made in the image of God, blessed by Him to lead society. But what does this mean for our influence today? Blog Post: https://fxmissions.com/221 One Click Tweet: https://www.fxmissions.com/221fb One Click Facebook Share: https://www.fxmissions.com/221t The Prevail Model of Leadership is a new way to think about leadership both within and…

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What They're Not Telling You About Becoming a Leader - LM0220 19:42

3y ago19:42

19:42

Leadership is about more than just doing the right thing, it's also about knowing what that is. Listen to discover the value of discerning God's will. Read the Blog Post Share on Twitter Share on Facebook We all want to do the right thing, but sometimes it's hard to know what that is. There are so many opportunities to serve that those of us who tr…

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Leadership Lessons From a Broken Ice Cream Machine - LM0219 21:18

3y ago21:18

21:18

Leadership is about so much more than being the boss. It's about doing what you need to do to set up and support your team members for success. Leadership Lessons From a Broken Ice Cream Machine One Click Tweet One Click Facebook Share -- Bryan Entzminger and Scott McClelland continue their conversation about what leadership lessons we can learn fr…

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The Ice Cream Machine at McDonald’s is Broken Again … Why It Matters - LM0218 9:00

3y ago9:00

9:00

A broken ice cream machine at McDonald's might seem like a small thing, but it says something about priorities, leadership, and unmet expectations. The Ice Cream Machine at McDonald’s is Broken Again … Why It Matters - LM0218 One Click Facebook Share One Click Tweet How many times has this happened to you? You've been heading to a McDonald’s, excit…

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The Key to True Transformational Leadership - LM0217 21:00

3y ago21:00

21:00

The key to true transformational leadership is a willingness to be the first to change, to always be learning and engaging culture, and to invest time in deep relationships with others before ever trying to lead change. This may be one of the most challenging tasks for any leader, because it goes against our nature. But if we don’t do it, our attem…

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Leaders: Don’t Misunderstand Transformational Leadership - LM0216 22:00

3y ago22:00

22:00

Want to be a transformational leader? Contrary to what many would say, there are no shortcuts. There are no hacks to truly being equipped to lead people into and through transformation – whether personal, community, or other. Listen as Dr. Noah Manyika shares about lifelong learning, the value of learning from other cultures, and some key pitfalls …

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The Key to Spiritual and Mental Clarity in Confusing Times - LM0215 14:36

3y ago14:36

14:36

We know that God loves us and wants the best for us. But that doesn't mean that things will always be easy, or that we're never at risk of being deceived. Concluding our time with Terance Clark, he and Scott talk about what God has revealed and how many Believers aren't prepared for what's coming next. But that doesn't mean we're without hope. List…

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How to KNOW God’s Voice - LM0214 15:33

3y ago15:33

15:33

A word from God is powerful. It can sustain. It can direct. It can encourage or give freedom. And, thankfully, we know that God speaks to us in many ways - and continues to do so, even to today. But, as we look across the landscape, it seems like so many Christian leaders say they’re sharing what God has shown them, yet disagree amongst themselves,…

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Terance Clark Shares A Supernatural God Encounter - LM0213 16:01

3+ y ago16:01

16:01

What does leadership have to do with a supernatural encounter with God? As Terance Clark shares, sometimes it takes these kinds of experiences to get us to set aside our preconceptions, our desire to know and to control, and to lay down the things that preoccupy us. For some, this might be an uncomfortable idea -that we can experience the supernatu…

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The True Reward of Leadership Development with Michael Pollard - LM0212 19:29

3+ y ago19:29

19:29

It seems like everywhere we look, leadership is glorified. It’s important, to be sure, but the real value of leadership is often overlooked while we focus on what seems to be glamorous. Michael Pollard draws from his experience, as well as years of leadership development and training, to share with us what is truly rewarding in leadership. Listen t…

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Leadership Development and Growth with Michael Pollard - LM0211 17:23

3+ y ago17:23

17:23

How do I become a great leader?I’s a common question that many of us ask. And if we think of great leaders, we may think of business, military, political, or spiritual leaders as examples. However, that doesn’t always paint a picture of the path to get there. As Michael Pollard reveals, that path may not always be as linear as we’d like to think. A…

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Mic Swap with Shayna Rattler of Shayna Speaks - LM0210 12:51

3+ y ago12:51

12:51

Hear the Q&A reversed as Shayna quizzes me on faith & leadership. How does the expectation of others impact our leadership journey? Have you been “shoulded” on? Join us now to find out. AND check out Shayna’s other shows here! https://shaynaspeaks.com/podcast/ https://shaynaspeaks.com ABOUT THE LEADERSHIP MOMENT Scott McClelland of Foundational Mis…

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Mic Swap with Shayna Rattler of Shayna Speaks - LM0209 12:58

3+ y ago12:58

12:58

Hear the Q&A reversed as Shayna quizzes me on faith & leadership. How does the expectation of others impact our leadership journey? Have you been "shoulded" on? Join us now to find out. AND check out Shayna's other shows here! https://shaynaspeaks.com/podcast/ https://shaynaspeaks.com ABOUT THE LEADERSHIP MOMENT Scott McClelland of Foundational Mis…

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