Spirit Anointed Leadership

Geoff is the CEO of Never The Same. He has been serving and leading students for 30 years and is passionate about seeing the next generation be transformed into the likeness of Jesus. In this episode, Chris & Geoff discuss the difficulties in bridging generational gaps and provide insight on how to experience the incredible fruit that lies on the other side. 

Show Notes & Resources:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OCIuO3rTKE9rmJ2YRzMV-ma9NjD-pUXg/view?usp=sharing

What is the difference between discerning and deciding?

In this episode, Chris explains the difference and importance of what it means to discern vs decide and how pivotal it can be in strengthening and broadening your personal life and the leadership of your church. 

Show Notes & Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RALEX5yUQuFwUfjIV1epao0jvOmwDYeL/view?usp=sharing

Is the Lord calling you into something new? 

Transitions are rarely ever easy and can often make or break an organization. In this episode, we get to hear from a team of people who have learned to navigate the season of transition well. Wes Coffey, the current lead pastor at Gracepointe Church, and Jack Lynn, the GLR’s Transitions Director, are joining us today. 

Show Notes & Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Vvxxo5ixpJFgAE8uhf8Vf0Mc-JpFCFJW/view?usp=sharing

Leadership doesn’t have to be lonely! In this episode, lead pastors Brian Blum and Kyle Brown talk about the importance of being involved in an affinity group. They dive into what they feel has made their group a success and explain what makes it worth it to them even amidst their busy schedules. We hope this episode inspires you to stop doing the journey alone and maybe even start an affinity group of your own!  

Show Notes & Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wtz1-XKZaOFrAFKz4_z7TS7EyoJLfgvs/view?usp=sharing

There’s this temptation for pastors to believe that they should be an expert on all things financial even if they have little or no background in financial training. All too often this leaves pastors feeling isolated and alone. Today’s episode aims to provide practical wisdom/advice for pastors to apply to their financial reality. This includes conversations around retirement, health insurance, and church financing.

Show Notes & Resources:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JNx4LgMG1xqahLAEkTTjLDISsYcm3kLZ/view?usp=sharing

There’s this temptation for pastors to believe that they should be an expert on all things financial even if they have little or no background in financial training. All too often this leaves pastors feeling isolated and alone. Today’s episode aims to provide practical wisdom for pastors to apply to their financial reality. Part one includes conversations around fair pastor compensation, financial planning, and living with contentment. 

Show Notes & Resources:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cbrnnEDxBKhN3LPrdcq3_9Va-GdeP0hU/view?usp=sharing

What would it look like to have a holy expectation for what God wants to do in your life this year? Imagine if you saw God move in a new and fresh way beyond what you could ask for, imagine, plan, or prepare for. As you listen to this message our prayer for you is to believe God for the immeasurable and impossible in your life as you dream with Him as your guide, stepping into new and fresh territory in 2023. 

Show Notes & Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O0trgX04xDnjBGlMHjmQaWp0WTvJXoIa/view?usp=sharing

There is a time and season for everything Ecclesiastes tells us!

And in ministry, there will always be expected seasons of increased busyness, output, and high expectations. In this episode, Jeff Manion, who is the lead pastor of Ada Bible Church, shares how he has navigated the ever-changing seasons and emotions of ministry year after year while pastoring the same church for nearly 40 years. 

Show Notes & Resources:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Lypbjl42wRCVa4ziKYF21ihvivSz9QA8/view?usp=share_link

How are you doing this Christmas? 

The Christmas season for pastors and ministry leaders can be especially hard. Amidst the joy and peace the birth of Jesus brings, we recognize you might also be feeling tired, stressed, and alone. We hope you will set aside 20 minutes before Christmas Day, to soak in this encouragement and be reminded that you are called, loved, and supported on your ministry journey. We hope you enjoy this special Christmas episode from Chris Conrad! 

Show Notes & Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wWDPNuNx29dljWLYLMHIhLVd6mErJZCV/view?usp=sharing

Why do you do what you do?

Over the last few years, God has been orchestrating a team of GLR staff members to serve and support you in your mission of seeking and saving the lost. In this episode, you’ll get a peek into the lives of GLR team members as they share what fuels their passion to serve, support, and pray for the region. We hope that by hearing their stories you will feel encouraged to ponder YOUR why and be reinspired to show up to work every day with purpose. (Guests Include: CFO Andy Miedema, Director of Multiplication Danielle Freed, and Finance & Benefits Coordinator Shari Brown) 

Show Notes & Resources:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bBQrVOBpOYVMUTiXQ5nVQNFI78okZEkW/view?usp=sharing