In this episode of "Trap Theology," host Jason delves into themes of faith, personal growth, and church structure. He emphasizes trusting God's process, especially in pursuing dreams and leadership roles. Jason shares his own journey of studying leadership, inspired by John Maxwell's works. He discusses the biblical framework of church organization, focusing on the roles of elders and deacons, and their qualifications as outlined in scripture. The episode also features a theological reflection on a song by Bizzle, connecting its themes to the overall message. Jason encourages listeners to grow spiritually and embrace leadership within the church community.

Donate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/JasonEllerbee

Resources:

The Moody Handbook of Theology: https://amzn.to/3Hio9A3

Maxwell Leadership Bible: https://amzn.to/3YT9pOl

The 21 Most Powerful Minutes in a Leader's Day: Revitalize Your Spirit and Empower Your Leadership: https://amzn.to/3FlnU6P

The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400236169/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_apa_gl_i_NT5FN9J63AHDGHX6A07D?linkCode=ml1&tag=landhealer-20

Timestamps by Podsqueeze

Introduction and Appreciation (00:00:11)

Jason welcomes listeners and expresses gratitude for their support of the podcast.

Podcast Updates and Future Plans (00:01:27)

Discussion on upcoming video elements for the podcast and encouragement to share and pray for the show.

Trust the Process (00:02:37)

Emphasis on trusting God's timing and the journey of pursuing dreams despite challenges.

Personal Journey in Leadership (00:07:24)

Jason shares his commitment to studying leadership and improving his abilities as a teacher and leader.

Joseph's Story and Persistence (00:09:42)

Exploration of Joseph's journey from dream to fulfillment, highlighting the importance of perseverance.

Theological Lyrics: Bizzle's "Payback" (00:14:49)

Analysis of lyrics from Bizzle's song, connecting themes of new life and God's process.

Framework of the Church (00:17:31)

Discussion on the organizational structure of the church and its biblical imagery.

Roles of Elders in the Church (00:20:15)

Explanation of the qualifications and responsibilities of church elders according to scripture.

Qualifications for Elders (00:24:22)

Detailed overview of the criteria for being an elder, overseer, or bishop as outlined in the Bible.

Introduction to Deacons (00:27:01)

Introduction to the role of deacons, highlighting their function as servants within the church.

Qualifications of Deacons (00:28:17)

Discussion on the biblical qualifications and responsibilities of deacons in the church.

Developing Leadership Abilities (00:29:44)

Jason shares insights from John Maxwell on qualities essential for spiritual leadership.

Maturing in the Body of Christ (00:30:57)

Emphasis on personal growth and maturity as vital for effective leadership in the church.

Prayer for Listeners (00:31:34)

A prayer for guidance and growth for the audience, encouraging faith in God's process.