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Join host Joe Boyd, Leadercast CEO, as he digs into the fictional stories and real-life experiences that shaped some of today’s most interesting leaders. If you listen regularly, you may hear, “I’ve never said this before, but . . .” dropped by our guests. It’s a guaranteed 30 minutes of inspiration plus hot tips to up your leadership game.
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Insights and resources for Christian leaders to deepen your relationship with Christ, the congregation and your local community. The church and your community need you to lead. LeaderCast covers faith topics that trip us up, hold us back, and guide us forward…all so you can lead a movement of Jesus followers.
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Hosted by Adam Smerecki a seasoned Business Leader and Life Coach. The Leadercast explores Leadership opportunities, methods, and personal health tactics to sustain the energy leaders need so they can perform at the highest level possible. Common sense is welcome!
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Episode 335: The Sweet Spot of Hope In episode 335, The Sweet Spot of Hope, discover how the intersection of future aspirations and present actions creates a 'sweet spot of hope.' Learn how to balance your ability to shape the future with the understanding of your limits. Engage in a reflective experiment on recent accomplishments and future possib…
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In episode 334, Is it Optimism or Hope?, the hosts discuss the critical differences between optimism and hope, emphasizing how Christian leaders can facilitate and empower hope among their followers. They highlight the distinct role of agency in hope, sharing personal anecdotes and the story of Admiral Stockdale to illustrate the concept. The conve…
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In this episode, dive into why hope is a fundamental driver of life's most desired behaviors and outcomes. You'll learn how hope influences simple actions and outcomes like showing up, boosting productivity, enhancing well-being, and even improving health. Explore the fascinating correlation between hope and mortality, and envision how the church c…
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Episode 332: Nextng - The Practice of Hope
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What is nexting? No that’s not a typo. The concept of 'nexting' is a practice of hope that involves anticipating and planning for the future. Explore how hopeful vision and emotional intelligence can guide church leaders in navigating their leadership. Whether you’re working on a new sermon series, seeking to engage your community, and/or creating …
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Episode 331: Cultivating Resilience Through Hope
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Welcome to a new series focused on hope. Join us as we discus how our beliefs shape our hope and introduce the traits of hopeful people. We’ll look at the difference between hope and wishful thinking, emphasizing hope as a confluence of reason, passion, and resilience. We’ll introduce you to the hope cycle (or remind you if you’ve been around a whi…
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Episode 330: Living Our Mission: The Role and Impact of the Church Today
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Living Our Mission: The Role and Impact of the Church Today Gain insights into the unique aspects of the church, the importance of staying connected to the mission, and how to function as the body of Christ in today's world. Learn about essential church functions, the impact of church size on living into the mission, and practical ways to engage an…
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Episode 329: From Worship to the Word - Practical Insights for Preaching
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In episode 329, the conversation continues from episode 328, transitioning from discussing worship to the art and significance of preaching. Tim shares about the use of the lectionary in preaching, the importance of cultivating relationships with Jesus and people, and effective sermon preparation techniques. He includes his thoughts on various aspe…
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The Impact of R&D on India's GCC Ecosystem
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Over the past few decades, India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) have significantly evolved, from cost arbitrage centres to R&D and innovation hubs, integrating technologies like AI, IoT, and robotics to drive Industrial Revolution 4.0. In this episode of LeaderCast, Sidhant Rastogi, President, Zinnov, explores the current landscape and challeng…
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Episode 328: Cultivating Authentic Worship Experiences
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This week our discussion centers around worship, exploring the purpose of worship, key elements of worship planning, and the impact of preferences on worship services. As a reminder, worship is centered on connecting with God and living out God's love in everyday situations. Important aspects like music, liturgy, and the need for a collaborative ap…
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Episode 327: The Path of Christ-Centered Leadership
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As we continue the Ministry Masterclass series, this week we’re focusing on leadership. We’ll look at an exploration of leadership influences and how their teachings have shaped our leadership. We’ll look at the habits and experiences that fuel effective leadership, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, generosity, and daily reflection. Then …
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Episode 326: Discipleship - A Ministry Masterclass
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Creating and Implementing a Discipleship Pathway: Insights and Practical Tips In Episode 326, we dive deep into the crucial subject of discipleship. This week's episode focused on faith formation. You might call it discipleship or disciple-making. Whatever language you use, we’re focusing on what it means to help people become and deepen their rela…
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Episode 325: Mission- A Ministry Masterclass
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Welcome to a new series, entitled 'Ministry Masterclass.' This month we’re celebrating Tim’s 50+ years of leadership as a pastor in the United Methodist Church. Sara’s inviting Tim to share his wisdom about five key topics for ministry: mission, discipleship, leadership, worship and preaching and the church. We’ll cover each topic in a separate epi…
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Episode 324:Status Quo Shamrock and Celebration Cypress in Ministry
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Weeds and Seeds of Ministry: Breaking Free from Status Quo Episode 324 shares the seventh weed and seed of ministry. You’re invited to get beyond the weeds - the hurdles like overwhelm, fear, and isolation, we’ve termed as 'weeds.' Instead, let’s focus on solutions called 'seeds.' The seeds promote growth and effective leadership. This week’s 'weed…
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Episode 323: Know it All Narcissus and Life Long Learner Lily in Ministry
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The 'weeds' and 'seeds' in leadership and ministry. Weeds symbolize the obstacles that hinder effective leadership, while seeds represent the positive approaches and practices that promote growth and effective leadership. The episode focuses on the weed 'Know It All Narcissus' which represents individuals with a fixed mindset, unwilling to learn or…
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Episode 322: Anything Goes Anemone and the Pathway of Palms
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Anything Goes Anemone and Pathway of Palms We’re on the fifth episode of examining the challenges (weeds) and positive practices (seeds) in ministry leadership. You can find previous episodes on the show notes page. 'Weeds' are obstacles like fear, time constraints, and isolation. These are things that can hamper growth and effectiveness in leaders…
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Navigating India's Path to GCC Excellence
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Embark on a deep dive into India's quest to establish itself as a premier Global Capability Centre (GCC) hub, as we delve into the factors influencing its position, from talent pool to regulatory landscape. Hear insights on successful strategies from Arindam Sen, Partner and GCC Sector Lead - Technology, Media & Entertainment and Telecommunications…
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Episode 321: Center of Attention Snapdragon and Mission Myrtle - Weeds and Seeds in Ministry
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The 'Center of Attention Snapdragon' and 'Mission Myrtle' are the weeds and seeds we explore in this episode. The episode discusses the concept of 'weeds' in ministry, which are obstacles like overwhelm, fear, isolation, and becoming too self-focused, that hinder leaders from fulfilling their divine purpose. These weeds can choke out effectiveness …
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Episode 320: The Weeds and Seeds of Ministry - Micromanaging Millet and Trusting Thyme
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In episode 320, 'The Weeds and Seeds of Ministry: Micromanaging Millet and Trusting Thyme,' hosts Sara and Tim explore the concept of 'weeds' that hinder leadership effectiveness, such as micromanagement, and 'seeds' that promote growth, like building trust. They discuss how micromanaging, often rooted in insecurity or a lack of self-awareness, can…
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Ryan Dowd is the Executive Director of a Large Homeless Shelter in Chicago leading over 6000 volunteers. Ryan’s expertise gives him an acute perspective on the power of empathy and gratitude in building better communities.By Leadercast
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Episode 319: The Weeds and Seeds of Ministry - Part 2
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In Episode 319 of the Transforming Mission podcast titled 'Weeds and Seeds of Ministry, Part Two,' the hosts dive into the concept of 'weeds' that can hinder ministry effectiveness, such as overwhelm, fear, and isolation, and how 'seeds' can serve as solutions to these issues. The episode emphasizes the importance of identifying and managing these …
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Ramsey Jay Jr. is the other half of the co-author duo of The Mentorship Engine. Ramsey is a full time consultant teaching companies how to fix acute business problems. Ramsey talks about the power of taking good risks and the ABF model of mentorship. Any guesses on what ABF means? Check it out.By Leadercast
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Episode 318: The Weeds and Seeds of Ministry - Introduction
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Episode 318 starts a new series on the podcast, 'The Weeds and Seeds of Ministry.' Join us to look at things that get in the way of ministry effectiveness and things that fuel missional impact. This episode draws from biblical parables regarding seeds. Using the analogy of weeds and seeds, let’s explore the challenges (weeds) and solutions/response…
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139: Transforming Education w/ Peter DeWitt
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Peter DeWitt is the CEO and Founder of Instructional Leadership Collective and has spent almost 20 years in the K-12 education space. Leadership starts with the children of the future, and leading them is not too different from leading adults. This episode is all about giving and receiving feedback and the roots of connection. Developing world-clas…
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Insuring the Future: Global Risks in the Insurance Landscape
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How do escalating global risks such as climate change and cybercrime affect the insurance industry? Listen in as we dive into preventative measures, tech integration, and customer-centric shifts reshaping the insurance realm, with Satyanandan Atyam, Chief Risk Officer, Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited, on our latest LeaderCast episode.…
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Perry Timms is the Founder and Chief Energy Officer of People and Transformational HR as well as being a 2023 Inductee of the HR Most Influential Hall of Fame. This episode is all about how workplace energy influences company culture and that starts with energizing your employees.By Leadercast
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Episode 317, 'Resurrection Choices', explores the theme of resurrection as a metaphor for leadership and personal growth. In this Easter season episode, the hosts discuss how the concept of resurrection symbolizes the possibility of new life and hope emerging from failure and setbacks. They introduce a three-step process inspired by Brene Brown's w…
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Entrepreneur, author, and ISB alumnus Ankur Warikoo shares anecdotes, lessons learned, and the mindset shifts necessary for success, in the latest episode of #LeaderCast. He also covers the importance of continuous learning for founders, and the role of mentorship and community in an entrepreneur’s journey.…
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137: Leading in a Partnership with Lisa Bilyeu
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Lisa Bilyeu is the co-founder of Quest Nutrition and President of Impact Theory. In this episode, Lisa dives into the necessities of a partnership from interpersonal to business. Lisa will also be joining us on stage this year for our 2024 flagship event called G.H.O.A.T. This episode is a sneak peek of what you’ll see on stage premiering May 8th. …
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Episode 316 of Transforming Mission’s podcast, titled 'A Week of Choices,' guides listeners through a scriptural journey for each day of Holy Week. Starting with Monday before Easter and culminating on Easter Sunday, the episode features daily scripture readings from the Gospel of John, accompanied by thoughtful prayers. These readings and prayers …
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136: Emotional Exploration in Leadership w/ Dr Jody Carrington
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Dr. Jody Carrington is a Renowned Psychologist, Human Connection Expert, and Bestselling Author of “Feeling Seen” (2023). Jody has the unique experience of twenty-plus years working with kids, and perfecting her core message of power comes from true connection with others. At the end of the day, we’re all just walking each other home. Developing wo…
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Episode 315: The Choice to Stand with Hope
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In episode 315 of the Transforming Mission podcast, we look at Mark 11, focusing on the anticipation of Palm Sunday, the nuances of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, and the journey through Lent toward Holy Week. Unlike the other gospels, Mark's account omits certain details, such as the triumphal nature of the entry and the presence of palm branches, o…
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Foresight Over Hindsight in the Boardroom
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Parthasarathy V.S., Former President, Group CFO, and Group CIO of Mahindra Group and Independent Director, Multiple Companies, advocates prioritising foresight over hindsight in corporate boardrooms, highlighting the benefits of forward-thinking strategies and diversity, exploring the symbiotic relationship between foresight, innovation, and corpor…
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135: Lead Like an Anarchist w/ Ari Weinzweig
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Ari Weinzweig is CEO and co-founding partner of Zingerman’s Community of Businesses, which includes around a dozen food and service organizations. Ari will be one of our keynote speakers at our big annual event coming in May, called GHOAT. He refers to himself as a “lapsed anarchist”, and after his definition we may all be a bit more anarchist than…
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We’re looking at John 12 and the broader narrative of John's Gospel to explore the theme of discipleship and the invitation to follow Jesus. The initial invitation 'come and see' was extended to the first Jewish disciples in John 1. Now, in John 12 the same invitation is extended to Greek-speaking would-be disciples. As the disciples examine Jesus'…
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134: Navigating Through Crisis w/ Lisa Lutoff-Perlo
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Lisa Lutoff-Perlo is the former CEO and President of Celebrity Cruises. How do you lead a travel-based company when the entire world stops traveling? Lisa breaks down crisis and management into three phases to navigate your team around it. You know what could be a crisis? Not listening to this episode. Order Lisa’s New Book “Making Waves” here: htt…
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Episode 313: Perceptions that Shape Your Choices
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Episode 313, 'Perceptions that Shape your Choices,' explores the critical role of choice in Christ-centered leadership, especially during the Lenten season. The hosts, Sara and Tim, discuss how leadership is more than a position of power; it's a series of deliberate choices that reflect one’s character and influence. When you examine John 3:14-21 t…
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What’s driving innovation in India’s healthcare sector? Dr Ritu Mittal Garg - Chief Growth & Innovation Officer, Fortis Healthcare shares insights on the dichotomy between corporate chains and smaller providers, exploring the challenges and opportunities in extending quality healthcare to the Bottom of the Pyramid, and the future of the industry in…
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Episode 312: The Choice of Transformation
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In this episode, Sara and Tim discuss John 12:13-22 where Jesus overturns tables in the temple. They interpret it as a call for transformation, highlighting the choice presented: either adhering to the institutional trappings of religion or opening oneself to the movement of God. The hosts invite listeners to reflect on the influence of the church,…
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133: Bring Your Team With You w/ Dr. Katie Lee
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Dr. Katie Lee is a dentist, speaker, and author of “Saved by the Mouth”. Dr. Lee was involved in an ATV accident as a teenager, which left her without many teeth and rendered her jaw immobile. Dr. Lee experienced how oral health affects systemic health and the benefits of dental implants which inspired her dental journey. With strong go-getters lik…
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Academic Innovation for the Workforce of Tomorrow
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Vikram Ahuja, MD, ANSR, and CEO and Co-Founder, Talent500, explores the transformative impact of technology in business education and the incoming workforce, in conversation with Sujatha Kumaraswamy, Executive Director, Executive Education, in our latest LeaderCast episode. Discover how emerging trends reshape classrooms, and business schools innov…
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132: Breaking Patterns w/ Tony Martignetti
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Tony Martignetti is the Chief Inspiration Officer at Inspired Purpose Partners. Tony’s passion and skill set lies in curing burnout and truly finding your passion. If you need a change of mindset or figure out the key to burnout, we created this episode just for you. Developing world-class leaders in your community is now easier than ever with Lead…
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Episode 311: The Choice to Embrace the Cost
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During Lent, we're looking at the choices presented to us as leaders. The choice this week comes in the form of love. Look at 'cost of discipleship' and the choice to embrace the cost of love. Tim and Sara discuss a passage from Mark's Gospel, which conveys Jesus anticipating His death and resurrection. They focus on the concept of 'cost,' which is…
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131: Leadership in Your Community w/ Rebekah Moon
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Rebekah Moon is the Vice President of Investor Services at the Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce and a long-time partner with Leadercast. This week, Rebekah gives us the inside scoop on what it is like to partner with Leadercast with a focus on building strong community relationships and leadership. Learn more about how Leadercast can help you bu…
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Episode 310: The Ultimate Choice: Embracing Authenticity in Leadership
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In episode 310 of the Transforming Missions podcast, Tim and Sara explore the journey of Lent, beginning with the Gospel passage for Sunday, Mark 1:9-15. The discussion focuses on the theme of choices that Jesus makes in the wilderness and the relevance for today's Christian leaders. The temptation to go for expediency and quick solutions versus ta…
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130: Franchise Leadership w/ Jesse Keyser
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Jesse Keyser is best known as an entrepreneurial franchise manager where he leads businesses in brands such as Ideal Image, and Sports Clips. He was always motivated by success but realized true success further down the road. Two takeaways from Jesse: 1. Use more carrot than stick 2. Don’t burn those bridges.…
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Do you know what makes you amazing? Join us to focus on your strengths and unique abilities as we explore the idea of embracing one's uniqueness and living out our purpose, using examples and scripture references along the way. Do you know your CliftonStrengths and how they empower and animate your ministry? We'd love to partner with you and your l…
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129: Initiate Real Change w/ Chanda Hinton
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Chanda Hinton is the founder of The Chanda Center for Health and a disability healthcare advocate. Suffering a spinal cord injury at the age of 9, Chanda has made it her mission to fight for equitable healthcare for individuals with long-term physical disabilities. Chanda championed a bill in the state of Colorado to get alternative therapies cover…
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Episode 308: Unleashing Jesus' Love in Everyday Life - A Call to Integrated Faith
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Explore the concept of integrity and integration in the church and its impact on the world. How does living out one's faith in everyday life point to integrity? What does loving God and neighbors have to do with leading with integrity? Join us for this conversation and reflect on the importance of integrity in transforming lives and communities. Li…
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Ethan Martin is the Co-Author of “The Mentorship Engine” with a professional passion for partnering with CEOs to help them improve their company - starting with their team. In this episode, Joe and Ethan, take on how to find a mentor, when you need one, and when to start becoming one. Ethan says the culture starts from the top but a mentor could co…
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Episode 307: Leading the Mission - Embracing the Call to Make Disciples
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In this episode, we look at 3 ways to stay focused on our mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ to transform the world. The mission serves as the guideline for making decisions and spurring people to action. On examining Matthew 28:16-20, we see a refocus on our primary task, that is, to create disciples who will further make disciples. We disc…
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