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In today’s episode, we’re delving into a crucial and often challenging aspect of leadership—conflict resolution. Join us as we explore strategies for addressing and resolving conflicts within the church by following the example set by Jesus. We’ll be discussing how to navigate the emotional undercurrents of conflict before transitioning to problem-solving, and how understanding different perspectives can lead to true…

In today's episode, titled "The Necessity for Healthy Conflict Resolution," our host Pastor Glenn Underhill of Cross Creek Church, along with Craig Etheridge, founder of Disciple First, and Dr. Bernice Riley, a licensed professional counselor, dive deep into the essentials of managing and resolving conflict healthily within leadership. Go to the episode webpage to download the accompanying free ebook: https://disciplefirst.com/podcast/the-necessity-for-healthy-conflict-resolution/

In this episode, host Ben Borgman dives into the vital topic of maintaining spiritual health amidst the demanding responsibilities of ministry. Joined by esteemed guests, Pastor Craig Etheredge and Pastor Brent Parker, the discussion focuses on the common challenges pastors face, such as feeling overwhelmed by ministry duties, balancing family obligations, and dealing with isolation. The conversation aims to provide…

In today's episode, Glen Underhill and Craig Etheredge dive into the seven core convictions that are essential to creating a disciple-making church, helping to develop a "Jesus-Centered" philosophy of ministry. We'll explore how Jesus' reliance on the spirit and his approach to disciple-making serves as a perfect model for us today. Our speakers emphasize the significance of prayerful dependence on…

In today's episode, our host Glenn Underhill is joined by special guest Craig Etheredge, author of the new book "His Way Still Works." Together, they dive deep into the importance of adopting a Jesus-centric philosophy of ministry and the impact it has on transforming churches into movements of multiplication.

Tune in as Glenn and Craig emphasize the power of having a clear, unified philosophy of ministry based on Jesus' disciple-making model. They'll explain how this approach can lead to cohesive church leadership, drive impactful decisions, and ultimately, ignite a movement of multiplication. Plus, don’t miss out on a special discount on Craig’s new book, "His Way Still Works" by…

We'll also discuss the weight and responsibility that comes with being a senior leader in an organization. We'll explore the different paradigms that leaders often adopt and the importance of developing and coaching those under their leadership.

In today's episode, we dive into the topic of defining a departmental leader. What does it mean to be a departmental leader in the context of a church? How can they effectively lead their department towards growth and success?

In today's episode, we explore the critical role a leader of leaders plays in the growth and development of a ministry. We dive into the teachings of Jesus, who exemplified healthy conflict resolution and skillfully elevated his disciples to become leaders themselves.

In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of team leadership. How do you define a team leader? What qualities and skills should they possess? Join us as we explore the teachings of Jesus and uncover valuable insights on how to be an effective team leader. Drawing from the story of Jesus and his disciples, we discover how Jesus…