This episode, we look how to talk to and comfort those who are hurting or afraid.

How do we lead in times of change and turmoil, and how do we respond to those who are angry, afraid, and maybe critical of us? Maintaining a non-anxious presence is key. In this podcast we describe what it is and how to develop it.

How do we lead in times of change and turmoil, and how do we respond to those who are angry, afraid, and maybe critical of us? Maintaining a non-anxious presence is key. In this podcast we describe what it is and how to develop it.

Leaders are responsible for shaping culture. If churches are going to be rich spiritual environments where people engage in "God talk" (they talk about their faith with one another), leaders will need to initiate such conversations. In today's episode we look at a couple simple ways to grow in your own ability to talk about God with others.

Is shepherding only for pastors, and what does it mean anyway? This episode looks to the Bible for answers, corrects some misconceptions, and explains how all church leaders have a role in protecting, guiding, seeking, and feeding God’s flock.

In a time when evangelicals are known for seeking after power, embracing Jesus’ way of the cross is more important than ever. For leaders this means being servants. This episode encourages leaders to serve their people when it comes to tasks, preferences, and decisions.

Effective leadership requires sharing our lives with people, but our lives don’t have time and space for everyone. This episode gives leaders practical guidance in how to invite people closer in a manageable, sustainable way.

The best leaders lead by example. In this episode we look at two leadership dangers. One is talking a good talk but not actually living that way. The other is setting a “fake” example in public which isn’t who we really are.

When we pray for the people in our church it’s tempting to ask that they would enjoy lives free of trouble. But is that how God wants us to pray for them? See how several of Paul’s prayer teach us what to pray for.

Good leadership begins with listening. On this podcast we point out three common blockages to listen well and then suggest three easy strategies to listen to others better.