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Biblical phronesis (BP) is an educational show that teaches practical wisdom to abide in the faith. The scripted non-fiction podcast targets membership retention in the Christian fold, especially among professionals. The podcast offers practical wisdom for Christians in various leadership roles. With authentic and transformational leadership as a golden thread, the episodes in multiple seasons will build better character, credibility, competence, commitment, and courage in conjunction with i ...
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Romans 12:10 “10 Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” (NIV) I. Master builders influence best through relationships. II. Leaders must learn to work with people. III. Cultivation: Honour others above yourselves. Recognitions Music: Nathaniel Bassey Olive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJV Commentary…
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Romans 2:11 “11 For God does not show favouritism.” (NIV) I. Master builders de-bias their view to achieve success. II. Leaders must not assume but verify all things. III. No favouritism: give equal opportunity to everyone. Recognitions Music: Nathaniel Bassey Olive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJV Commentary / Study Bibles: McArt…
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Proverbs 21:29 “The wicked put up a bold front, but the upright give thought to their ways” (NIV I. Master builders think slowly but act fast. II. Leaders must ponder things (plan carefully) to enjoy plenty. III. Upright leaders are sure of their steps. Recognitions Music: Nathaniel Bassey Olive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJV Co…
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Nehemiah 6:3 “ so I replied by sending this message to them: “I am engaged in a great work, so I can’t come. Why should I stop working to come and meet with you?” – NLT I. Master builders (good leaders) stay on purpose by asking why. II. Asking and answering why helps leaders stay focused. III. Focused leaders get the job done. Recognitions Music: …
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1 Corinthians 3:10 10 According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise master builder, I have laid the foundation, and another buildeth thereon. But let every man take heed how he buildeth thereupon.. – KJV I.Hire a wise master builder to obtain a positive project outcome. II.Picking the right person is “100% times better” than picki…
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John 17:11 11 And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are - KJV. Beloved, from episodes 1 to 11 of this season of BP, we can conclude that only God has kept the Church. Incontrovertible scriptural evidence s…
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Romans 12:3 3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. - KJV False humility in a Church is an affront to the person and work of our Lord Jesus Christ. With a Janus-Face, …
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Acts 2:42 42 And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. - KJV A True Church of Jesus Christ is marked by [1] preaching of the Word of God, [2] proclaiming the Gospel faithfully [neither diluted nor sporadic], [3] practising the ordinances (Baptism and Holy Communion), and [4] u…
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Ephesians 2:20 20 And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone. - KJV The ancient Nicene creed says the Church is One, Holy, Universal and Apostolic. The 4th Creed and the above verse imply that the Apostles were foundational stones while Jesus Christ remains the Chief Cornerstone.…
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Galatians 3:28 28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. - KJV By design and make, the assembly of the saints – the Church – belong to no man or race. The Church of Jesus Christ is Catholic – it is universal. The greatest experience of a Church Service is…
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I Corinthians 1:2 2 Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both their's and our's. - KJV The unending failures of carnal Christians in the visible Church do not invalidate the second Nicene Creed: The Chur…
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Hebrews 10:25 25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. - KJV The above verse supports and encourages the coming together of Christians through the visible Church that all the world can see. However, the visible Church houses the i…
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1 Timothy 1:4 4 Neither give heed to fables and endless genealogies, which minister questions, rather than godly edifying which is in faith: so do. - KJV A drift in doctrine is evident in the modern-day Church. The drift, inter-alia, sow and grow divisions in the Church. It does this through the agency of false doctrine propagated by either a man o…
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2 Timothy 3:16 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. - KJV In contrast to the Apostolic age, doctrinal drift is common today. Apostle Paul’s letter in 1 Timothy 1:3-4 cautioned against strange doctrines. Doctrine must be based on the scripture,…
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John 17:17 17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth. - KJV The Church today suffers from truth deficiency, which limits the move of the ‘Spirit and Word’ in the fellowship and accounts for the vulgar characters within its fold. Tasteless and unrefined characters endanger a sense of family, fulfilment, faithfulness, fruitfulness, and un…
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2 Corinthians 10:1 1 Now I, Paul myself, beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence am base among you, but being absent am bold toward you. - KJV The Church (the assembly of the saints) is at war instead of being “one” due to a chronic lack of meekness and gentleness in the fold. We can hardly hear reports of a leader wil…
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John 17:11 11 And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are. - KJV When Jesus prayed to God in the above verse, He prayed for unity. Major news headlines may appear contrary because followers and leaders alike…
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Nehemiah 6 3 so I replied by sending this message to them: “I am engaged in a great work, so I can’t come. Why should I stop working to come and meet with you?”. - NLT The key verse of S5E12 (Neh. 6:3) shows that leaders must never take their eyes off the ball. Leaders must show a clear understanding of the mind of God concerning their assignments.…
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Nehemiah 13 11 I immediately confronted the leaders and demanded, “Why has the Temple of God been neglected?” Then I called all the Levites back again and restored them to their proper duties. - NLT The passage of S5E11 (Neh. 13:11-14) shows that leaders must be mindful to leave a godly legacy that endures. Leaders must empower others to lead for t…
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Nehemiah 6 15 So on October 2[d] the wall was finished—just fifty-two days after we had begun. 16 When our enemies and the surrounding nations heard about it, they were frightened and humiliated. They realized this work had been done with the help of our God. - NLT The passage of S5E10 (Neh. 6:15-16) shows that leaders who commit to the work of God…
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Nehemiah 2 17 But now I said to them, “You know very well what trouble we are in. Jerusalem lies in ruins, and its gates have been destroyed by fire. Let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem and end this disgrace!” - NLT The passage of S5E9 (Neh. 2:11-20) shows that leaders who navigate do more than share a vision that is communicated effectively. Like…
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Nehemiah 4 20 When you hear the blast of the trumpet, rush to wherever it is sounding. Then our God will fight for us!” - NLT The passage of S5E8 (Neh. 4:20-23) shows that leaders must have God fighting their battles to have a real chance of success. God defends his chosen leaders against ridicule, anger, and discouragement, as He did for Nehemiah.…
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Nehemiah 3 1 Then Eliashib the high priest and the other priests started to rebuild at the Sheep Gate. They dedicated it and set up its doors, building the wall as far as the Tower of the Hundred, which they dedicated, and the Tower of Hananel. 2 People from the town of Jericho worked next to them, and beyond them was Zaccur son of Imri.. - NLT The…
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Nehemiah 5 19 Remember, O my God, all that I have done for these people, and bless me for it. - NLT The passage of S5E6 (Neh. 5:14-19) shows that leaders must be credible to be seen to have done everything right before God and man. Like Nehemiah, those who lead best, lead by what they do and say. When we see a mismatch between what a leader says an…
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Nehemiah 6 3 so I replied by sending this message to them: “I am engaged in a great work, so I can’t come. Why should I stop working to come and meet with you?”. - NLT The passage of S5E5 (Neh. 6:1-4) shows that leaders must be focused on overcoming ‘plots’ against them. Despite the relentless efforts to distract him, Nehemiah remained focused and …
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Nehemiah 5 7 After thinking it over, I spoke out against these nobles and officials. I told them, “You are hurting your own relatives by charging interest when they borrow money!” Then I called a public meeting to deal with the problem. - NLT The passage of S5E4 (Neh. 5:1-7) shows that leaders must be hands-on in tackling issues that would make oth…
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Nehemiah 4 13 So I placed armed guards behind the lowest parts of the wall in the exposed areas. I stationed the people to stand guard by families, armed with swords, spears, and bows. - NLT The passage of S5E3 (Neh. 4:9-15) shows that steadfastness is vital to defeating problems. Nehemiah never gave in to ridicule, resistance, and rumour. Instead,…
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Nehemiah 2:5 "I replied, “If it please the king, and if you are pleased with me, your servant, send me to Judah to rebuild the city where my ancestors are buried.”. - NLT. While a mere cupbearer with little or no position power, Nehemiah made a request to the King of Persia in the above verse. He could dare to make the request because he had a grea…
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Nehemiah 2 18 Then I told them about how the gracious hand of God had been on me, and about my conversation with the king. - NLT God is in the business of working through His people to accomplish impossible tasks. But without the hand of God on us, progress and success will remain a mirage. This introductory episode to BP season 5 shows rebuilders …
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This season four of biblical phronesis showcases three principal church fathers, Paul, Peter, and Polycarp. The early church fathers started out as sinners with features of entitled leaders we see on and off the pulpit today. However, after their individual encounter with the loving grace of God, they ended up as Engaged Leaders who shaped the chur…
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Polycarp was a bishop in words and deeds. Like John and Paul before him, he left letters to reinforce the early church's faith. His letters relay accounts of courage and character. So, in this episode, we focus on: “What does the epistle of Polycarp say?” Beloved, the epistle of Polycarp, although not included in the Bible, says a lot about the per…
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In ancient times, Christian congregations thrived in modern-day Turkey. Just as the roots of Saul of Tarsus can be traced to Turkey, the same can be done for Polycarp, a foremost Apostolic Father. Polycarp, who lived between 69 and 155AD, showed leadership, courage and confidence until death, like Paul before him. He was instructed by John the Belo…
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The leadership profile of Paul, who lived between 5 and 67AD, shows someone who served God and humanity with courage and confidence. The 13 epistles (minus Hebrews) attest to his erudition and care for people. So, in this episode, we focus on: “Who was Paul as a brave/courageous Church Leader?” Beloved, the life of Paul shows us that what we know d…
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Paul applied the power of knowledge in his ministry to advocate for outsiders. An advocate is an expert in presenting and arguing on behalf of others. In the case of Paul, he stood for the non-Jews in his time to win them for Jesus Christ. In this episode, we address: "Who was Paul, the advocate for outsiders)?" Paul shows that standing up for outs…
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Saul of Tarsus, that became Paul applied the power of knowledge in his ministry. Paul did so, perhaps because he realized that actions and behaviours follow thoughts. In this episode, we address: "Who was Paul, the polymath (the educated man)?" Courage set intellectual talents of Paul on fire. Paul was a writer, speaker, scholar, preacher, linguist…
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In Acts 9:4, Paul encountered Jesus on his way to Damascus. Jesus asked him, why persecute me? Paul, known as Saul of Tarsus until that encounter, had no ready answer. He was caught flat-footed and down and out for some days. So, in this episode, we address: "Who was Paul when he was down and out in Damascus?" Being 'down and out' is not a leader's…
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According to 1 Corinthians 15:9, he was the least of the apostles and unfit even to be called one of them. Yet, the NT shows that in spreading the ‘Good News’, he was uncontainable, and when occasions demanded it, he was enthusiastic and generous (2 Corinthians 8:1-15). His teachings and acts show how leaders (Pastors) should care for the flock. In…
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The leadership profile of Peter, who lived between 1 BC and 64 AD, shows someone who tackled ‘Self’ to serve God and humanity. The four gospels in the NT (Matthew, Mark, Luke & John) repeated the name of Peter more than any other person apart from Jesus Christ. So, in this episode, we focus on: “Who was Peter as a Church Leader?” Beloved, Peter was…
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Leaders, who preach God’s Word, face a higher responsibility and liability since God will judge them on the truthfulness and accuracy of messages (Words and Actions). Failure as a preacher of God’s Word brings shame (2 Tim. 2:15) and other condemnations when Pastors ‘give an account’ to God (Heb. 13:17). This notion was not lost on the early church…
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The chair of the board (COB) usually holds the most power, influence, and authority among people supervising the activities of a firm. Such a fellow provides leadership to directors, managers, and officers. The COB ensures that duties to stakeholders are fulfilled while acting as the link between the board and top management. Peter fulfilled the CO…
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In a departure from previous seasons, this Biblical Phronesis will be about people behind events with mandatory lessons for Christian leaders. People: not historical dates are the golden thread of the season that will showcase exemplary leadership in the face of fire. We, therefore, start with: “Who was Peter as a workingman or who was Peter as a b…
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Preamble Confusion, contention, division, and strife are normalized where' self' reign supreme. Self-direction is the antithesis of service powered by love. The central question for the episode is, ‘Who is a self-directed leader?’ A self-directed leader serves 'self' alone. A self-directed leader serves no one. He or she is not humble before God in…
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Preamble An inevitable outcome of a comparison between identity and context is an adjustment. The central question for the episode is ‘How should leadership adjustment be done?’ When a leader is a misfit in a context, such a person must adjust for the greater common good. Adjustment may take the form of how we lead and where we lead. Recognitions M…
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Preamble The comparison between identity and context determines fitness. But when a comparison is undone, people and organizations suffer. The central question for the episode is ‘How should leadership placement be done?’ God is the author of leadership placement. Leaders only expedite it on behalf of our sovereign God. The placement must balance q…
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Preamble A leader’s context is mainly the people in the church that a person leads. Some such people will either follow a leader willingly or not. Because of this reality, a situational leader must know his or her context. The central question for the episode is ‘How do leaders know their ministry context?’ Leadership context depends on the nature …
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Preamble A leader exercises influence in varying situations. Leaders, therefore, need to know what will make them effective in varying contexts. Before knowing the context, the self must be known. The central question for the episode is ‘Who are you as a leader?’ Knowing self as a leader is a step forward in being a situational leader. Knowing self…
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Preamble For leadership to happen, a fellow must lead while another follow. The ability and willingness to follow are paramount. The central question for the episode is ‘What are the stages of follower readiness that a leader must know and consider?’ Leadership does not happen without followers. Personal perception of leaders, their spiritual state…
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Preamble Influence and power walk together. Power can take the form of influence and vice versa. The central question for the episode is ‘What roles do power play in influencing people?’ The exercise of influence and power produces either good or bad outcomes. With influence, personal power can lead to position power. Without influence, position po…
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Preamble A leader who desires to be great adds to God-given capabilities as a profitable servant of the most high God. The central question for the episode is ‘What capabilities should a leader develop to help the work of ministry?’ Wise leaders know that advanced capabilities replace weakness with strength. They, therefore, develop soul work (char…
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Preamble Capabilities are the tools required to attain high performance in an assignment. The central question for the episode is ‘What makes one a great leader and another an average leader?’ Wise leaders know the tools (natural and spiritual gifts) required to be effective. Servant leaders use their god-given capabilities (talents, passion, and t…
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