Pastors are uniquely position to greatly influence their community, not only in the church building, but also the local regulations, laws, and procedures. Alex Bryant and Richard Hardy talk about the importance of Pastors being involved in local, and national, politics. Alex Bryant is a disciple, husband, father, author, speaker, pastor, professor, and radio host.

Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/ep-136-pastors-politics

Leading your church and team without a specified goal will lead to exhaustion, burnout, and frustration. Join Dr. R. Timothy Jones and Dick Hardy as they discuss pitfalls in casting vision, why your church needs a direction to move towards. Pastor Timothy Jones is a disciple, husband, father, author, and professor.

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There comes a time in the life of a pastor when you may be at your wits' end to know what to do to grow the church. And then the Lord drops such a God-Thing right out of nowhere to say to you, "I have you right where I want you." That was the case for Iowa Pastor Johnny Helton. Community service to Sioux City, Iowa launched with countless pastors pulling together to become "The Church of Sioux City" ministering to people at their points of need. Pastor Johnny walks us through how any pastor in any community can reach out beyond the walls of their church and reach people who would never darken the door of their church. Community outreach at its best!

Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/ep-134-johnny-helton-quit-my-church/

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Join Dick Hardy and Lead Pastor and author, Miles McPherson as they sit down together to talk about his newest book, The Third Option: Hope for a Racially Divided Nation.

Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/133-the-third-option-hope-for-a-racially-divided-nation/

Join Dick Hardy and Lead Pastor Jamie Austin as they sit down together to address the aging out of Boomer pastors and the crisis it is creating in churches and denominations all over the world.

Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/132-millennials-and-gen-zs-arent-replacing-boomers/

Dr. Mike Rakes and his wife, Darla, prayed for the miracle healing of their 27-year old daughter. And then, on August 6, 2019, at 3:33 in the morning she took her last breath.  How do a Mom and a Dad deal with that? Can there ever be a sense of "God let us down?" Dick Hardy and Dr. Rakes sit down to talk about his book on this gut-wrenching topic, Surrendered and Unafraid.

Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/131-what-happens-when-the-god-of-miracles-doesnt-give-you-the-miracle-dr-mike-rakes/

Join Dick Hardy  & Jonathan Hardy, as they sit down with Pastor Mark Johnson to discuss Arrow Striker and his 4-week sermon series and the impact they had on Pastor Mark and his church.

Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/134-mark-johnson-jonathan-hardy-helped-grow-our-volunteer-core/

Join Dick Hardy as he sits down with Pastor Walter Harvey to discuss succession planning in the urban context.

Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/135-walter-harvey-succession-planning-in-the-urban-context/

Get ready to gain profound insights as Dick Hardy opens up about his personal experiences, sharing the joys, hurdles, and moments of triumph encountered while raising children in ministry. This podcast is a must-listen for busy church leaders and parents seeking practical guidance and effective strategies to navigate the intricate balance of nurturing their children's spiritual growth while passionately fulfilling their own ministry calling. 

Be prepared to discover invaluable wisdom on cultivating authentic relationships with your children, fostering an environment that nurtures their innate connection with Jesus. Tune in to this captivating episode and unlock the keys to instilling a profound love for the ministry within the hearts of your children, while embarking on a fulfilling journey of family and faith.

Join Dick Hardy in this episode of the Church Tips Podcast as he sits down with George Westlake, Senior Pastor of Sheffield Family Life Center, for an insightful discussion on "Raising Kids in Ministry." Gain invaluable wisdom as Westlake shares his experiences, highlighting the joys, struggles, and triumphs of parenting while being fully engaged in ministry.

Tailored for busy church leaders and parents, this podcast offers practical tips and strategies to help you navigate the unique challenges of raising kids within the context of your demanding church leadership responsibilities. Tune in to discover how you can foster strong relationships with your children while fulfilling your calling in ministry.