DiscipLead Podcast Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:05:12 -0400 https://discipleadpodcast.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 DiscipLead Podcast yes 94da7c6a-c020-5edb-82f4-3fee4df43671 Jonathan Bryan episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Discipleship, Leadership, Encouragement, Empowerment, Community Jonathan Bryan https://storage.buzzsprout.com/bxx8w956vg11f3viypqsdbkipmhz?.jpg DiscipLead Podcast https://discipleadpodcast.buzzsprout.com Episode 59: Chris Maxwell on Merging the Ancient and the Modern, Finish Lines That Keep Moving, and Finding True Contentment Episode 59: Chris Maxwell on Merging the Ancient and the Modern, Finish Lines That Keep Moving, and Finding True Contentment In this episode, Chris and I explore multi-generational worship, what contentment truly is (and isn’t), why we often resist healthy margin, and how to tell the difference between healthy ambition and unhealthy striving—plus much more.

Quotes for Notes:

“We assume peace is a prize waiting at a finish line that keeps moving.”

“If we did not preach okay, can we be okay with that? Knowing that God is with us, He loves us anyway, and He might not be grading and ranking us like we are.”

“God calls us to do those things that will only be accomplished by His power and His Presence.”

Links:

Amazon: 

http://bit.ly/cmaxman

Website:

chrismaxwell.me

Facebook: 

facebook.com/PauseWithChrisMaxwell

Twitter:

@CMaxMan

Instagram: 

CMaxMan  

Podcast: 

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com/

]]> In this episode, Chris and I explore multi-generational worship, what contentment truly is (and isn’t), why we often resist healthy margin, and how to tell the difference between healthy ambition and unhealthy striving—plus much more.

Quotes for Notes:

“We assume peace is a prize waiting at a finish line that keeps moving.”

“If we did not preach okay, can we be okay with that? Knowing that God is with us, He loves us anyway, and He might not be grading and ranking us like we are.”

“God calls us to do those things that will only be accomplished by His power and His Presence.”

Links:

Amazon: 

http://bit.ly/cmaxman

Website:

chrismaxwell.me

Facebook: 

facebook.com/PauseWithChrisMaxwell

Twitter:

@CMaxMan

Instagram: 

CMaxMan  

Podcast: 

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com/

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-18934975 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 2443 full false Episode 58: Scott Lollis on Getting Around People That Change Your Reality, Providing Solid Ground for the Next Generation, and Bringing Others Along in Ministry Episode 58: Scott Lollis on Getting Around People That Change Your Reality, Providing Solid Ground for the Next Generation, and Bringing Others Along in Ministry In this episode, Scott and I explore what it means to lead with authenticity, stand firmly on truth, cultivate the right relationships, and resist the isolation that so often creeps into ministry leadership. 

Quotes for Notes:

“…as the Church, we’ve got to stand on (that) truth, if we don’t there is nothing for them go back to. There is no solid ground for them if we are not standing on Jesus for them and with them.”

“I found out that as you get around other people that are doing things that you don’t feel like are even are possible… it changes your reality, it changes the way you think, it changes the way you see things.”

“Whatever you do in ministry, even if you can do it alone, don’t.”

]]> In this episode, Scott and I explore what it means to lead with authenticity, stand firmly on truth, cultivate the right relationships, and resist the isolation that so often creeps into ministry leadership. 

Quotes for Notes:

“…as the Church, we’ve got to stand on (that) truth, if we don’t there is nothing for them go back to. There is no solid ground for them if we are not standing on Jesus for them and with them.”

“I found out that as you get around other people that are doing things that you don’t feel like are even are possible… it changes your reality, it changes the way you think, it changes the way you see things.”

“Whatever you do in ministry, even if you can do it alone, don’t.”

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-18733996 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2813 full false Episode 57: Good Morning Monday! Episode 57: Good Morning Monday! Links:

https://danreiland.com/blog/

https://www.amazon.com/Inner-Excellence-Extraordinary-Performance-Possible

https://www.arthurbrooks.com/

]]> Links:

https://danreiland.com/blog/

https://www.amazon.com/Inner-Excellence-Extraordinary-Performance-Possible

https://www.arthurbrooks.com/

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-18547007 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 205 full false Episode 56: Paul Evans on the Invisible Work of Ministry, Trusting the Power of New Life in Christ, and Choosing Contribution Over Criticism Episode 56: Paul Evans on the Invisible Work of Ministry, Trusting the Power of New Life in Christ, and Choosing Contribution Over Criticism In this episode, Paul and I explore different ways people approach God, the often unseen work of ministry, and the tension many churches feel between caring deeply for people and pursuing growth. We talk about authenticity in study and preaching, trusting in the transforming power of new life in Christ, and choosing contribution over criticism.

Quotes for Notes:

“In the end, if you’re going to impact people, you’ve got to link together what you’re learning, and studying, and preparing with the authentic, real-life situations of the people that you are teaching.”

“You have got to count on the new life. You’ve got to believe that the new life can deliver on the promise of God that you will be a new person, that you can go on to holiness, that righteousness is real.”

“We’ve got to realize that in order to be fulfilled in our spiritual experience, I think, we’ve got to move away from what do I get out of all of this to what can I contribute in service to others?”

Links:

Help for Holiness: https://www.amazon.com/Help-Holiness-Rediscovering-Resources-Sanctification

Holiness Reconsidered: https://www.amazon.com/Holiness-Reconsidered

]]> In this episode, Paul and I explore different ways people approach God, the often unseen work of ministry, and the tension many churches feel between caring deeply for people and pursuing growth. We talk about authenticity in study and preaching, trusting in the transforming power of new life in Christ, and choosing contribution over criticism.

Quotes for Notes:

“In the end, if you’re going to impact people, you’ve got to link together what you’re learning, and studying, and preparing with the authentic, real-life situations of the people that you are teaching.”

“You have got to count on the new life. You’ve got to believe that the new life can deliver on the promise of God that you will be a new person, that you can go on to holiness, that righteousness is real.”

“We’ve got to realize that in order to be fulfilled in our spiritual experience, I think, we’ve got to move away from what do I get out of all of this to what can I contribute in service to others?”

Links:

Help for Holiness: https://www.amazon.com/Help-Holiness-Rediscovering-Resources-Sanctification

Holiness Reconsidered: https://www.amazon.com/Holiness-Reconsidered

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-18428789 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2838 full false Episode 55: Doug Beacham on Uncovering What You Really Believe, the Gospel’s Role in Forming Intelligence, and the Most Impactful Disciple-Maker in Your Life Episode 55: Doug Beacham on Uncovering What You Really Believe, the Gospel’s Role in Forming Intelligence, and the Most Impactful Disciple-Maker in Your Life In this episode, Doug and I discuss his upbringing, ministry journey, challenges faced along the way, his approach to personal growth, and his hope for the future of the IPHC.

Quotes for Notes:

“Wait until you start to pastor, then you will figure out what you really believe.”

“Christians in modernity thought their task was to make the Gospel intelligible to the world rather than to help the world understand why it could not be intelligible without the Gospel.”

“I think Christian marriage and one’s spouse is the most important disciple-maker God gives you in your life.”

Links:

IPHC General Superintendent’s Office: https://iphc.org/gso/

John Steinbeck Books:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-Steinbeck

Mike Pasquarello Book “Christian Preaching: A Trinitarian Theology of Proclamation: https://www.amazon.com/Christian-Preaching-Trinitarian-Theology-Proclamation/dp/1610972554 

]]> In this episode, Doug and I discuss his upbringing, ministry journey, challenges faced along the way, his approach to personal growth, and his hope for the future of the IPHC.

Quotes for Notes:

“Wait until you start to pastor, then you will figure out what you really believe.”

“Christians in modernity thought their task was to make the Gospel intelligible to the world rather than to help the world understand why it could not be intelligible without the Gospel.”

“I think Christian marriage and one’s spouse is the most important disciple-maker God gives you in your life.”

Links:

IPHC General Superintendent’s Office: https://iphc.org/gso/

John Steinbeck Books:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-Steinbeck

Mike Pasquarello Book “Christian Preaching: A Trinitarian Theology of Proclamation: https://www.amazon.com/Christian-Preaching-Trinitarian-Theology-Proclamation/dp/1610972554 

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-18246014 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4181 full false Episode 54: Zach Tomlinson on How Being With God Shapes How You Show Up For People, Living Authentically in Ministry, and Resting in God’s Steadfast Goodness Episode 54: Zach Tomlinson on How Being With God Shapes How You Show Up For People, Living Authentically in Ministry, and Resting in God’s Steadfast Goodness In this episode, Zach and I discuss how spending time with God shapes the way we show up for people, the need to live authentically rather than chasing what’s popular, and trusting in God’s goodness.

Quotes for Notes:

“I have to be alone with God so I can be together with people.”

“So many times, times where I get stuck, it is because I am trying to be somebody different. The times where I get caught up, the times where I feel a blockage, it’s because I’ve turned into somebody who I was never called to be.”

“His goodness is not defined by the world’s evil.”

Links:

“The Circle Maker” by Mark Batterson: https://www.christianbook.com/the-circle-maker-mark-batterson/9780310346913/pd/346913?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=christian-living-0-20%7C346913&p=1179710&utm_source=google&p=1237749&dv=c&cb_src=google&cb_typ=shopping&cb_cmp=21328467087&cb_adg=167503012527&cb_kyw=&utm_medium=shopping&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21328467087&gbraid=0AAAAAD_dTHauHNbi_ru0U6ci_-8XmLwop&gclid=CjwKCAjwr8LHBhBKEiwAy47uUnCWOqnlmG1Gi-8dMmNlNAqGD93Fgm5EjQ1TP9u4TuzXBEmMBqYSoxoCDhwQAvD_BwE

“Our Awesome Lord” by Frank Tunstall: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Awesome-Lord-Captivating-Pentecostal/dp/1599796090 

]]> In this episode, Zach and I discuss how spending time with God shapes the way we show up for people, the need to live authentically rather than chasing what’s popular, and trusting in God’s goodness.

Quotes for Notes:

“I have to be alone with God so I can be together with people.”

“So many times, times where I get stuck, it is because I am trying to be somebody different. The times where I get caught up, the times where I feel a blockage, it’s because I’ve turned into somebody who I was never called to be.”

“His goodness is not defined by the world’s evil.”

Links:

“The Circle Maker” by Mark Batterson: https://www.christianbook.com/the-circle-maker-mark-batterson/9780310346913/pd/346913?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=christian-living-0-20%7C346913&p=1179710&utm_source=google&p=1237749&dv=c&cb_src=google&cb_typ=shopping&cb_cmp=21328467087&cb_adg=167503012527&cb_kyw=&utm_medium=shopping&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21328467087&gbraid=0AAAAAD_dTHauHNbi_ru0U6ci_-8XmLwop&gclid=CjwKCAjwr8LHBhBKEiwAy47uUnCWOqnlmG1Gi-8dMmNlNAqGD93Fgm5EjQ1TP9u4TuzXBEmMBqYSoxoCDhwQAvD_BwE

“Our Awesome Lord” by Frank Tunstall: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Awesome-Lord-Captivating-Pentecostal/dp/1599796090 

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-18084619 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3296 full false Episode 53: Matt Bartlett on God’s Presence Being Priority in Worship, Seeing Team Members as Family, and Three Steps to Setting a Goal Episode 53: Matt Bartlett on God’s Presence Being Priority in Worship, Seeing Team Members as Family, and Three Steps to Setting a Goal In this episode, I sit down with Matt to dive into his journey into worship ministry and his deep hunger for God’s Presence. We explore the key mentors and leaders who’ve shaped his heart and approach to worship, and talk about the vision that fuels his ministry. Matt also introduces Elevate: Strategies and Logistics, a new initiative he launched to empower worship leaders and equip churches with practical tools and support. 


Quotes for Notes:

“People will come back if they experience God’s Presence.”

“I don’t look at our members as just team members, they are family.”

“Set a goal: Ask. Plan. Execute.”

 

Links:

https://music.apple.com/us/album/offering/1730246459

https://open.spotify.com/album/27QnNNR5E1c7oGIa4pFrUm

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577238344704#

]]> In this episode, I sit down with Matt to dive into his journey into worship ministry and his deep hunger for God’s Presence. We explore the key mentors and leaders who’ve shaped his heart and approach to worship, and talk about the vision that fuels his ministry. Matt also introduces Elevate: Strategies and Logistics, a new initiative he launched to empower worship leaders and equip churches with practical tools and support. 


Quotes for Notes:

“People will come back if they experience God’s Presence.”

“I don’t look at our members as just team members, they are family.”

“Set a goal: Ask. Plan. Execute.”

 

Links:

https://music.apple.com/us/album/offering/1730246459

https://open.spotify.com/album/27QnNNR5E1c7oGIa4pFrUm

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577238344704#

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-17926458 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3633 full false Episode 52: Good Morning Monday! Episode 52: Good Morning Monday! Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-17881193 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 254 full false Episode 51: Jon Campbell on Encountering God’s Love, Unlearning Easy Faith, and the Joys and Challenges of Church Planting and Discipleship Episode 51: Jon Campbell on Encountering God’s Love, Unlearning Easy Faith, and the Joys and Challenges of Church Planting and Discipleship In this episode, Jon shares his powerful story of encountering God’s love at 20 years old — a moment that sparked a deep passion for discipleship and vision through Christian education. He opens up about the joys, challenges, and spiritual insights that are shaping him as both a disciple and a leader. Whether you're leading, planting, or simply following Jesus in your own context, I believe you will resonate with what God is doing in his heart.

Quotes for Notes:

“God is as good right now as the last time you could feel it.”

“…what I’ve had to unlearn is the false idea that everything works when you walk by faith…. God works when you walk by faith, even if everything else doesn’t.”

“Love in practice is a harsh and dreadful thing compared to love in dreams.”

 Links:

Goodness and Love City Church: https://www.goodnessandlovecc.org/

Jon and Erica Campbell Missionary Support: https://give.iphc.org/project/jon-and-erica-campbell-1

Room 6060 Book: https://www.amazon.com/Room-6060-DeathHopeGrief/dp/195324727X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2VEK65BUKJJRV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kpAwMbgGEbSrJeBK2zVySw.DHg4rfPNq6rx51MxJ29WGSvjTOWmlSNKvCcJRwcbp38&dib_tag=se&keywords=room+6060+jon+campbell&qid=1756133466&sprefix=room+6060+jon+campbell%2Caps%2C78&sr=8-1

Surprise the World Book: https://www.christianbook.com/surprise-world-habits-highly-missional-people/michaelfrost/9781631465161/pd/465161?utm_source=google&kw=&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1229875&utm_medium=cpc&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=72148932&gbraid=0AAAAAD_dTHZ4HkMp8hLTPXpJUkidP0Nih&gclid=CjwKCAjwk7DFBhBAEiwAeYbJsXvD_kLkGddn1jL5Pg-FL16zQDPqodMwaKgPkhdrv2UfRNrwJhZDChoC2TQQAvD_BwE

The Brothers Karamamov Book: https://www.amazon.com/Brothers-Karamazov-Fyodor-Dostoevsky/dp/0374528373

]]> In this episode, Jon shares his powerful story of encountering God’s love at 20 years old — a moment that sparked a deep passion for discipleship and vision through Christian education. He opens up about the joys, challenges, and spiritual insights that are shaping him as both a disciple and a leader. Whether you're leading, planting, or simply following Jesus in your own context, I believe you will resonate with what God is doing in his heart.

Quotes for Notes:

“God is as good right now as the last time you could feel it.”

“…what I’ve had to unlearn is the false idea that everything works when you walk by faith…. God works when you walk by faith, even if everything else doesn’t.”

“Love in practice is a harsh and dreadful thing compared to love in dreams.”

 Links:

Goodness and Love City Church: https://www.goodnessandlovecc.org/

Jon and Erica Campbell Missionary Support: https://give.iphc.org/project/jon-and-erica-campbell-1

Room 6060 Book: https://www.amazon.com/Room-6060-DeathHopeGrief/dp/195324727X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2VEK65BUKJJRV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kpAwMbgGEbSrJeBK2zVySw.DHg4rfPNq6rx51MxJ29WGSvjTOWmlSNKvCcJRwcbp38&dib_tag=se&keywords=room+6060+jon+campbell&qid=1756133466&sprefix=room+6060+jon+campbell%2Caps%2C78&sr=8-1

Surprise the World Book: https://www.christianbook.com/surprise-world-habits-highly-missional-people/michaelfrost/9781631465161/pd/465161?utm_source=google&kw=&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1229875&utm_medium=cpc&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=72148932&gbraid=0AAAAAD_dTHZ4HkMp8hLTPXpJUkidP0Nih&gclid=CjwKCAjwk7DFBhBAEiwAeYbJsXvD_kLkGddn1jL5Pg-FL16zQDPqodMwaKgPkhdrv2UfRNrwJhZDChoC2TQQAvD_BwE

The Brothers Karamamov Book: https://www.amazon.com/Brothers-Karamazov-Fyodor-Dostoevsky/dp/0374528373

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-17733105 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4039 full false Episode 50: Josh Lafferty on Centering Our Church Gatherings On the Presence of Jesus, Keeping People in a Room Versus Experiencing Faith, and Lessons Learned in Planting and Pastoring Hope City Church Episode 50: Josh Lafferty on Centering Our Church Gatherings On the Presence of Jesus, Keeping People in a Room Versus Experiencing Faith, and Lessons Learned in Planting and Pastoring Hope City Church In this episode, Josh and I explore some key ideas and quotes from his book, and talk broadly about the gathering of the Church. Then we shift our focus to pastoral ministry and dig into the specific lessons he’s learned in planting and pastoring Hope City Church—both the challenges and the moments of clarity.

Quotes for Notes:

“I think that when the church gathers together it should look like they worship Jesus.”

“If we are shooting for churchgoers, then our goal is to keep them in the room… If our goal is believers, then the only way that person is going to come to faith is for that person to experience faith.”

“The Gospel is not how to practically make your life better… The Gospel is supernatural transformation.”

Links:

The American Gospel: https://www.amazon.com/American-Gospel-Letter-Post-Christian-Church/dp/B07Y4JNGNS

Hope City Church Website: https://www.hopecitymeridian.church/

]]> In this episode, Josh and I explore some key ideas and quotes from his book, and talk broadly about the gathering of the Church. Then we shift our focus to pastoral ministry and dig into the specific lessons he’s learned in planting and pastoring Hope City Church—both the challenges and the moments of clarity.

Quotes for Notes:

“I think that when the church gathers together it should look like they worship Jesus.”

“If we are shooting for churchgoers, then our goal is to keep them in the room… If our goal is believers, then the only way that person is going to come to faith is for that person to experience faith.”

“The Gospel is not how to practically make your life better… The Gospel is supernatural transformation.”

Links:

The American Gospel: https://www.amazon.com/American-Gospel-Letter-Post-Christian-Church/dp/B07Y4JNGNS

Hope City Church Website: https://www.hopecitymeridian.church/

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-17595151 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2905 full false Episode 49: Good Morning Monday! Episode 49: Good Morning Monday! Links and Quotes:

Full Focus Newsletter: https://fullfocus.co/newsletter/ 

“What if I could slow down, detach from scarcity and self-reliance, and take a reasonable number of actions at a reasonable pace and believe that would be enough?”- Megan Hyatt Miller

"Connecting your goals to your purpose gives you the fuel you need to keep going when fear gets loud, fatigue sets in, and your faith gets challenged." 

]]> Links and Quotes:

Full Focus Newsletter: https://fullfocus.co/newsletter/ 

“What if I could slow down, detach from scarcity and self-reliance, and take a reasonable number of actions at a reasonable pace and believe that would be enough?”- Megan Hyatt Miller

"Connecting your goals to your purpose gives you the fuel you need to keep going when fear gets loud, fatigue sets in, and your faith gets challenged." 

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-17458212 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 217 full false Episode 48: Mike Hart on Discovering Your Purpose, Rising Through Challenges, and Embracing the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection Episode 48: Mike Hart on Discovering Your Purpose, Rising Through Challenges, and Embracing the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection In this episode, Mike and I explore what it means to find your purpose, how to embrace life’s valleys as meaningful chapters in your story, and the vital link between our physical health and spiritual well-being. 

Quotes for Notes:

“Live on purpose, with a purpose, for a purpose.”

“We are digging our graves with a fork, knife, and a spoon.”

“If you don’t feel good physically, you’re not going to be your best spiritually.”

Links:

Revelation 14:13: “Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.”

1 Corinthians 10:31 “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

Sermons We See by Edgar Guest: https://www.yourdailypoem.com/listpoem.jsp?poem_id=2270

]]> In this episode, Mike and I explore what it means to find your purpose, how to embrace life’s valleys as meaningful chapters in your story, and the vital link between our physical health and spiritual well-being. 

Quotes for Notes:

“Live on purpose, with a purpose, for a purpose.”

“We are digging our graves with a fork, knife, and a spoon.”

“If you don’t feel good physically, you’re not going to be your best spiritually.”

Links:

Revelation 14:13: “Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.”

1 Corinthians 10:31 “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

Sermons We See by Edgar Guest: https://www.yourdailypoem.com/listpoem.jsp?poem_id=2270

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-17228855 Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3351 full false Episode 47: Dylan Maynor and Tyler Weeks on Building Trust Not Turf Wars, Creating Authentic Community, and How “The Simple Youth Pastor” Wants to Partner With You Episode 47: Dylan Maynor and Tyler Weeks on Building Trust Not Turf Wars, Creating Authentic Community, and How “The Simple Youth Pastor” Wants to Partner With You In this episode, we talk about building trust on your team, creating authentic community, and discipling the current generation of students. We also talk about their new community and resource hub that is completely free called “The Simple Youth Pastor”. 

Quotes for Notes:

“…you’ve got to find the balance of answering the questions they’re actually asking and then giving them some stuff that you know they need that they don’t know that they need.”

“Those are the two things you need to build your youth group on: give them the truth and create an authentic community.”

“Vision is not something you think up, it is something you pray down.”

 

Links:

https://www.thesimpleyouthpastor.com

https://www.youtube.com/@thesimpleyouthpastor

]]> In this episode, we talk about building trust on your team, creating authentic community, and discipling the current generation of students. We also talk about their new community and resource hub that is completely free called “The Simple Youth Pastor”. 

Quotes for Notes:

“…you’ve got to find the balance of answering the questions they’re actually asking and then giving them some stuff that you know they need that they don’t know that they need.”

“Those are the two things you need to build your youth group on: give them the truth and create an authentic community.”

“Vision is not something you think up, it is something you pray down.”

 

Links:

https://www.thesimpleyouthpastor.com

https://www.youtube.com/@thesimpleyouthpastor

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-17061429 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3525 full false Episode 46: Jeremy Sanders on Building Trust, Promoting Innovation, and a Paradigm to Clarify Your Priorities Episode 46: Jeremy Sanders on Building Trust, Promoting Innovation, and a Paradigm to Clarify Your Priorities In this episode, Jeremy and I discuss how to build trust, the connection between communication and innovation on your team, and balancing your priorities. 


Quotes for Notes:

“…having that trust and integrity in business, and sometimes it’s hard because you may lose money on some things, but you gain trust and the relationship with that client. And business is nothing but relationships.”


“Communication and relationship with your team helps promote the innovation that is needed. We are constantly empowering our employees to get the job done.”


“If you’re starting your day in prayer every day, that helps set things in motion.”


Links:

https://www.unitedfoodandbeverage.com/

]]> In this episode, Jeremy and I discuss how to build trust, the connection between communication and innovation on your team, and balancing your priorities. 


Quotes for Notes:

“…having that trust and integrity in business, and sometimes it’s hard because you may lose money on some things, but you gain trust and the relationship with that client. And business is nothing but relationships.”


“Communication and relationship with your team helps promote the innovation that is needed. We are constantly empowering our employees to get the job done.”


“If you’re starting your day in prayer every day, that helps set things in motion.”


Links:

https://www.unitedfoodandbeverage.com/

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-16852186 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2446 full false Episode 45: Anthony Craver on Fear Being a Lordship Problem, A Question to Ask in Any Situation, and Where You Actually Find Success in Ministry Episode 45: Anthony Craver on Fear Being a Lordship Problem, A Question to Ask in Any Situation, and Where You Actually Find Success in Ministry In this episode, Anthony and I discuss a variety of topics, including spiritual disciplines, mentorship, achieving success in ministry, the art of delegation, and how to maintain focus amidst distractions. Anthony shares his heart on the crucial role of accountability and living with purpose and discipline. 

Quotes for Notes:

“Fear and anxiety is a Lordship problem.”

“Always ask what God is up to in any given situation.”

“I think success in ministry, probably is best measured in your home than in the church.”


Links:

https://www.practicingtheway.org/book

]]> In this episode, Anthony and I discuss a variety of topics, including spiritual disciplines, mentorship, achieving success in ministry, the art of delegation, and how to maintain focus amidst distractions. Anthony shares his heart on the crucial role of accountability and living with purpose and discipline. 

Quotes for Notes:

“Fear and anxiety is a Lordship problem.”

“Always ask what God is up to in any given situation.”

“I think success in ministry, probably is best measured in your home than in the church.”


Links:

https://www.practicingtheway.org/book

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-16687297 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2233 full false Episode 44: Kevin Sneed on Looking Back to Look Ahead, Taking Steps Into Certainty, and Redefining Value Through Identity Episode 44: Kevin Sneed on Looking Back to Look Ahead, Taking Steps Into Certainty, and Redefining Value Through Identity In this episode, Kevin and I discuss different seasons of his life and ministry, as he offers valuable insights on everything from faith and time management to discernment, raising up leaders, and finding our true value.

Quotes for Notes:

“We can get so caught up in doing good things, that we will sometimes fail to do the things that matter the most.”

“Faith is not taking a leap into the unknown. Faith is taking steps into certainty.”

“God does not measure our value based on our productivity. He measures our value based on our identity.”

Links:

https://www.wmmed.org

https://holmes.edu/

]]> In this episode, Kevin and I discuss different seasons of his life and ministry, as he offers valuable insights on everything from faith and time management to discernment, raising up leaders, and finding our true value.

Quotes for Notes:

“We can get so caught up in doing good things, that we will sometimes fail to do the things that matter the most.”

“Faith is not taking a leap into the unknown. Faith is taking steps into certainty.”

“God does not measure our value based on our productivity. He measures our value based on our identity.”

Links:

https://www.wmmed.org

https://holmes.edu/

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-16515133 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3308 full false Episode 43: Mike Ainsworth on the Power of a Father’s Prayer, On Fueling the Fire For Ministry, and Choosing Discipleship Over Discipline Episode 43: Mike Ainsworth on the Power of a Father’s Prayer, On Fueling the Fire For Ministry, and Choosing Discipleship Over Discipline In this episode, Mike and I discuss his personal testimony and call to vocational ministry. We talk about ministry as a challenging but rewarding call and how that plays out in the life of a pastor or spiritual overseer. We discuss the role of parenting and reflect on what the decades of life and ministry have taught Mike and through him sharing, what it can teach us. 

Quotes for Notes:

“You love being a pastor. It is an incredible calling. Yes it is challenging but equally, it is rewarding.”

“I don’t believe God is nearly as interested in growing big churches as He is in growing big believers.”

“…discipline focuses more on behavior and discipleship focuses more on belief.”

Links:

John Bevere Website:

https://johnbevere.com

 

JD Greear Website:

https://jdgreear.com/resources/sermons/

 

Craig Groeschel Website:

https://www.craiggroeschel.com

 

Carey Nieuwhof Website:

https://careynieuwhof.com


UnStuck Church Podcast:

https://theunstuckgroup.com/content-types/podcast/

]]> In this episode, Mike and I discuss his personal testimony and call to vocational ministry. We talk about ministry as a challenging but rewarding call and how that plays out in the life of a pastor or spiritual overseer. We discuss the role of parenting and reflect on what the decades of life and ministry have taught Mike and through him sharing, what it can teach us. 

Quotes for Notes:

“You love being a pastor. It is an incredible calling. Yes it is challenging but equally, it is rewarding.”

“I don’t believe God is nearly as interested in growing big churches as He is in growing big believers.”

“…discipline focuses more on behavior and discipleship focuses more on belief.”

Links:

John Bevere Website:

https://johnbevere.com

 

JD Greear Website:

https://jdgreear.com/resources/sermons/

 

Craig Groeschel Website:

https://www.craiggroeschel.com

 

Carey Nieuwhof Website:

https://careynieuwhof.com


UnStuck Church Podcast:

https://theunstuckgroup.com/content-types/podcast/

]]> Buzzsprout-16317089 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0500 2450 full false Episode 42: Gray Williams on the Simple Definition of Discipline, Finding Leadership Stability Through Inner Drive and Caring for Others, and Seeing All of Life as Training Episode 42: Gray Williams on the Simple Definition of Discipline, Finding Leadership Stability Through Inner Drive and Caring for Others, and Seeing All of Life as Training In this episode, Gray and I discuss the many different places and seasons of his life journey including his family farm, deployment in the Middle East, serving as a NC State Trooper, and pastoring in the local church. Through the lens of leadership, we discuss how all these different locations have been training to fulfill God’s call on his life and what these leadership lessons ultimately mean for all of us on our discipleship and leadership journeys.   

Quotes for Notes:

“Discipline: Willing obedience to orders. Period.”

“You may be a driven leader and accomplish your mission greatly but what do you do with the fallout? Sometimes buy-in comes from caring for your team.”

“When they begin to see the sweat, labor, and the care that you’ve put into them and you’re doing it with them; in essence is that not training?”

]]> In this episode, Gray and I discuss the many different places and seasons of his life journey including his family farm, deployment in the Middle East, serving as a NC State Trooper, and pastoring in the local church. Through the lens of leadership, we discuss how all these different locations have been training to fulfill God’s call on his life and what these leadership lessons ultimately mean for all of us on our discipleship and leadership journeys.   

Quotes for Notes:

“Discipline: Willing obedience to orders. Period.”

“You may be a driven leader and accomplish your mission greatly but what do you do with the fallout? Sometimes buy-in comes from caring for your team.”

“When they begin to see the sweat, labor, and the care that you’ve put into them and you’re doing it with them; in essence is that not training?”

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-16092203 Fri, 15 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0500 5192 full false Episode 41: Chris Maxwell on Things He Wants to Hand Down to You, Dealing with Disappointment with God, and Finding Where We Need Most to Be Episode 41: Chris Maxwell on Things He Wants to Hand Down to You, Dealing with Disappointment with God, and Finding Where We Need Most to Be In this episode, Chris and I start by talking about his latest book, “Things We’ve Handed Down”. We cover a wide variety of topics including why he wrote this book like it could be his last, how to approach the holiday season, and discovering where our deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet in our lives. 

Quotes for Notes:

“…sometimes the things we are reluctant to talk about are those very things that we need to talk about the most.”

“Where do we need most to be and where are we needed most?”

“The best way to deal with disappointment, even if it is disappointment with God, is with God.” 

Links:

Amazon: 

http://bit.ly/cmaxman

 

Website:

chrismaxwell.me

 

Facebook: 

facebook.com/PauseWithChrisMaxwell

 

Twitter:

@CMaxMan

 

Instagram: 

CMaxMan 

 

Podcast: 

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com/

]]> In this episode, Chris and I start by talking about his latest book, “Things We’ve Handed Down”. We cover a wide variety of topics including why he wrote this book like it could be his last, how to approach the holiday season, and discovering where our deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet in our lives. 

Quotes for Notes:

“…sometimes the things we are reluctant to talk about are those very things that we need to talk about the most.”

“Where do we need most to be and where are we needed most?”

“The best way to deal with disappointment, even if it is disappointment with God, is with God.” 

Links:

Amazon: 

http://bit.ly/cmaxman

 

Website:

chrismaxwell.me

 

Facebook: 

facebook.com/PauseWithChrisMaxwell

 

Twitter:

@CMaxMan

 

Instagram: 

CMaxMan 

 

Podcast: 

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com/

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-16013574 Tue, 29 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2142 full false Episode 40: Jamie Braswell on Leadership Equals Serving, the Key to Recognizing our Strengths and Weaknesses, and Having Conviction on the Essentials of Life Episode 40: Jamie Braswell on Leadership Equals Serving, the Key to Recognizing our Strengths and Weaknesses, and Having Conviction on the Essentials of Life In this episode, Jamie and I discuss questions about his ministry and military experience, in which he shares wisdom and insight into all things leadership and discipleship. Jamie’s words can help us all grow in our ability to serve God, country, and people.

 

Quotes for Notes:

“I still believe that God’s Word holds answer to life’s most important questions.”

“Rank, title, position should really be used as a platform to serve others. That just means you have more influence to be able to impact more people. To be able to take care of more people.”

“It is impossible to recognize our strengths and weaknesses so we have to be accountable to other people and receive regular feedback…”

]]> In this episode, Jamie and I discuss questions about his ministry and military experience, in which he shares wisdom and insight into all things leadership and discipleship. Jamie’s words can help us all grow in our ability to serve God, country, and people.

 

Quotes for Notes:

“I still believe that God’s Word holds answer to life’s most important questions.”

“Rank, title, position should really be used as a platform to serve others. That just means you have more influence to be able to impact more people. To be able to take care of more people.”

“It is impossible to recognize our strengths and weaknesses so we have to be accountable to other people and receive regular feedback…”

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-15933029 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2606 full false Episode 39: Keith Gilliam on How to Measure Success, Integrity Versus Perfection, and Modeling What You Want as a Leader Episode 39: Keith Gilliam on How to Measure Success, Integrity Versus Perfection, and Modeling What You Want as a Leader In this episode, Keith and I discuss some of the God stories of his personal journey and church leadership experiences. Having overcome multiple health complications, Keith has gained a perspective on life and leadership that is inspiring, convicting, and beneficial for disciples and leaders from all walks of life. I hope this interview is just as empowering for you as it was for me! 

Quotes for Notes:

 “What you want, you need to model.”

“I don’t think people expect their leaders to be perfect but they expect them to be honest and expect them to have integrity.”

“How you measure success is not always in numbers. How you measure success is am I doing what the Lord wants me to do?”

]]> In this episode, Keith and I discuss some of the God stories of his personal journey and church leadership experiences. Having overcome multiple health complications, Keith has gained a perspective on life and leadership that is inspiring, convicting, and beneficial for disciples and leaders from all walks of life. I hope this interview is just as empowering for you as it was for me! 

Quotes for Notes:

 “What you want, you need to model.”

“I don’t think people expect their leaders to be perfect but they expect them to be honest and expect them to have integrity.”

“How you measure success is not always in numbers. How you measure success is am I doing what the Lord wants me to do?”

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-15646867 Tue, 27 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1444 full false Episode 38: Michelle Anthony on Envisioning the Future of Family Ministry, Having a To-Be List, and Pursuing a Perfect God Together Episode 38: Michelle Anthony on Envisioning the Future of Family Ministry, Having a To-Be List, and Pursuing a Perfect God Together In this episode, Michelle and I discuss family ministry, specifically looking at the importance of parents and ministry leaders passing on their faith to the next generation. We present multiple tools and resources that I believe you will find helpful on your journey as you think about personal discipleship, family ministry, and impacting generations to come. 

Quotes for Notes:

“It’s not about us being perfect but about pursuing a perfect God together.”

“What starts as an invitation from Jesus to follow Him, obey Him, and love Him…. turns quickly into performing for Him and being enough for Him so that He will love us.”

“If you are a to-do list person, change that to a to-be list.”

Links:

https://michelleanthony.org

https://michelleanthony.org/books/

https://www.amazon.com/Family-Ministry-Essentials-Childrens-Ministries/dp/0781412978/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8PUVLE3CGMM5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nVL6_22tf9FHttRJI9C-UlbAONq6ZqwopigAGFHUbg59wYVc_HbCXHxI5DPIAzFfqq6mnRLTFlDvmI62OZQaNVlkjMgsKzN9KY6GD8BZo_XYDCWlvV_NcI2nDe7bhwk6XmkBpmpVLGQhAeYvYsz0TNSxUr3C2BQM6GyrdDVragkuI70Wavr2qfBrQoYEKbeJ1UnXQXcdpVZ2ZK8UgMFkZJ59XMn-w-Rzkv1X41iY2vM.AXtPA1DksNvOFgDSI3zhacDSA3Vdka2c7jiEbfvTFL8&dib_tag=se&keywords=7+family+ministry+essentials&qid=1722090641&sprefix=7+family+ministry+%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-1 

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=michelle+anthony&crid=1Y4G0ADPB8LA8&sprefix=michelle+anthony%2Caps%2C110&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

https://the-iff.com

]]> In this episode, Michelle and I discuss family ministry, specifically looking at the importance of parents and ministry leaders passing on their faith to the next generation. We present multiple tools and resources that I believe you will find helpful on your journey as you think about personal discipleship, family ministry, and impacting generations to come. 

Quotes for Notes:

“It’s not about us being perfect but about pursuing a perfect God together.”

“What starts as an invitation from Jesus to follow Him, obey Him, and love Him…. turns quickly into performing for Him and being enough for Him so that He will love us.”

“If you are a to-do list person, change that to a to-be list.”

Links:

https://michelleanthony.org

https://michelleanthony.org/books/

https://www.amazon.com/Family-Ministry-Essentials-Childrens-Ministries/dp/0781412978/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8PUVLE3CGMM5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nVL6_22tf9FHttRJI9C-UlbAONq6ZqwopigAGFHUbg59wYVc_HbCXHxI5DPIAzFfqq6mnRLTFlDvmI62OZQaNVlkjMgsKzN9KY6GD8BZo_XYDCWlvV_NcI2nDe7bhwk6XmkBpmpVLGQhAeYvYsz0TNSxUr3C2BQM6GyrdDVragkuI70Wavr2qfBrQoYEKbeJ1UnXQXcdpVZ2ZK8UgMFkZJ59XMn-w-Rzkv1X41iY2vM.AXtPA1DksNvOFgDSI3zhacDSA3Vdka2c7jiEbfvTFL8&dib_tag=se&keywords=7+family+ministry+essentials&qid=1722090641&sprefix=7+family+ministry+%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-1 

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=michelle+anthony&crid=1Y4G0ADPB8LA8&sprefix=michelle+anthony%2Caps%2C110&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

https://the-iff.com

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-15486333 Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2181 full false *Special Father's Day Episode* Episode 37: Jimmy Bryan on the Value of the Church, How to Debate Without Causing Division, and How Failures are a Part of Every Successful Parenting Journey *Special Father's Day Episode* Episode 37: Jimmy Bryan on the Value of the Church, How to Debate Without Causing Division, and How Failures are a Part of Every Successful Parenting Journey In this episode, my Dad and I discuss the call to ministry, leadership lessons, apologetics, remembering past generations, and parenthood. We share openly and hope that our conversation will be helpful and beneficial for you and your family as you journey through this life together.

Quotes for Notes:

“God has a unique way of ministering and manifesting Himself to and through God’s people…”

“One of the most amazing things about comprehending the universe is that it is even comprehendible.”- Albert Einstein

“Maybe that is part of being a successful parent, because you do make so many failures but you learn from them.”

]]> In this episode, my Dad and I discuss the call to ministry, leadership lessons, apologetics, remembering past generations, and parenthood. We share openly and hope that our conversation will be helpful and beneficial for you and your family as you journey through this life together.

Quotes for Notes:

“God has a unique way of ministering and manifesting Himself to and through God’s people…”

“One of the most amazing things about comprehending the universe is that it is even comprehendible.”- Albert Einstein

“Maybe that is part of being a successful parent, because you do make so many failures but you learn from them.”

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-15251203 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2459 full false Episode 36: Tim Lamb on the Difference Between Assignments and Purpose, Experiencing Physical Healing, and the Invitation of Sunday Table Episode 36: Tim Lamb on the Difference Between Assignments and Purpose, Experiencing Physical Healing, and the Invitation of Sunday Table In this episode, Tim and I discuss the miracles and stories from his call to ministry and 44 years of ministry experience. I’m also delighted to be able to share about his new book entitled, “Sunday Table”, which is a power-packed, insightful 52-week devotional.

Quotes for Notes:

“Some time I think we try to avoid conflict but instead we are just avoiding communication with people.”

“I felt like being a denominational leader is an assignment in my life, that helps me fulfill my purpose in my life.” (Thinking about the difference of assignments and purpose)

“Keep your journal right beside where you do your devotion so that when God does speak to your heart, you can write some things down.”

Links:

https://timlamb.me

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=sunday+table+tim+lamb&crid=2HZ3B8SV9J7QA&sprefix=sunday+table+tim+lamb%2Caps%2C376&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_21

]]> In this episode, Tim and I discuss the miracles and stories from his call to ministry and 44 years of ministry experience. I’m also delighted to be able to share about his new book entitled, “Sunday Table”, which is a power-packed, insightful 52-week devotional.

Quotes for Notes:

“Some time I think we try to avoid conflict but instead we are just avoiding communication with people.”

“I felt like being a denominational leader is an assignment in my life, that helps me fulfill my purpose in my life.” (Thinking about the difference of assignments and purpose)

“Keep your journal right beside where you do your devotion so that when God does speak to your heart, you can write some things down.”

Links:

https://timlamb.me

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=sunday+table+tim+lamb&crid=2HZ3B8SV9J7QA&sprefix=sunday+table+tim+lamb%2Caps%2C376&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_21

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-15145803 Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2429 full false Episode 35: Josh Holland on Sharing Hope in Crisis, Being Willing to be Interrupted by the Holy Spirit, and Doing Ministry on the Way Episode 35: Josh Holland on Sharing Hope in Crisis, Being Willing to be Interrupted by the Holy Spirit, and Doing Ministry on the Way In this episode, Josh and I discuss his call to ministry, which shifted him from a major public university to a private Christian university to prepare for what God had in store. As he shares about pursuing God’s call on his life, Josh speaks from the overflow of wisdom that God has shown him about the pace of ministry, self-care, and making sure you take care of the team under your influence.

Quotes for Notes:

“Doing ministry “on the way”: Doing ministry on the way to a ministry opportunity.”

“Be open to be interrupted by the Holy Spirit.”

“…not to be so busy with what our agenda is, what our calendar is for the day that we miss out and we are not sensitive to see people around us that are going through something and stop to just be shoulder for someone to lean on or just a listening ear.”

Links:

https://rrt.billygraham.org

https://rrt.billygraham.org/training-opportunities/

]]> In this episode, Josh and I discuss his call to ministry, which shifted him from a major public university to a private Christian university to prepare for what God had in store. As he shares about pursuing God’s call on his life, Josh speaks from the overflow of wisdom that God has shown him about the pace of ministry, self-care, and making sure you take care of the team under your influence.

Quotes for Notes:

“Doing ministry “on the way”: Doing ministry on the way to a ministry opportunity.”

“Be open to be interrupted by the Holy Spirit.”

“…not to be so busy with what our agenda is, what our calendar is for the day that we miss out and we are not sensitive to see people around us that are going through something and stop to just be shoulder for someone to lean on or just a listening ear.”

Links:

https://rrt.billygraham.org

https://rrt.billygraham.org/training-opportunities/

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-14980066 Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2779 full false Episode 34: Steve Ely on Energy Versus Anointing, Changing the Climate of Your Life, and Not Quitting When God is Silent Episode 34: Steve Ely on Energy Versus Anointing, Changing the Climate of Your Life, and Not Quitting When God is Silent In this episode, Steve and I talk about leadership lessons he has learned through different areas and seasons of ministry. We also discuss ministry resources and opportunities for pastors, and end our conversation examining his brand-new book (Climate Change: God’s Plan for Calming Life’s Storms) and podcast (Pastor Pause).

Quotes for Notes:

“Sometimes we confuse energy for anointing.”

“Everybody needs a coach and everybody needs a counselor.”

“Silence (from God) is not permission to quit.”


Links:

https://phpastor.org

https://flourishinginministry.org

https://www.careforpastors.org

https://www.rplnish.org

https://shop.barna.com/products/the-resilient-pastor

 

Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Climate-Change-Calming-Lifes-Storms-ebook/dp/B0CSMD2Q7B/

Print: https://www.amazon.com/Climate-Change-Calming-Lifes-Storms/dp/1960024345/

 

All major podcast platforms: Pastor Pause 

https://open.spotify.com/show/1aUI6pTarYXsG4eichHS7g?si=de969fcb1ec547d7

]]> In this episode, Steve and I talk about leadership lessons he has learned through different areas and seasons of ministry. We also discuss ministry resources and opportunities for pastors, and end our conversation examining his brand-new book (Climate Change: God’s Plan for Calming Life’s Storms) and podcast (Pastor Pause).

Quotes for Notes:

“Sometimes we confuse energy for anointing.”

“Everybody needs a coach and everybody needs a counselor.”

“Silence (from God) is not permission to quit.”


Links:

https://phpastor.org

https://flourishinginministry.org

https://www.careforpastors.org

https://www.rplnish.org

https://shop.barna.com/products/the-resilient-pastor

 

Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Climate-Change-Calming-Lifes-Storms-ebook/dp/B0CSMD2Q7B/

Print: https://www.amazon.com/Climate-Change-Calming-Lifes-Storms/dp/1960024345/

 

All major podcast platforms: Pastor Pause 

https://open.spotify.com/show/1aUI6pTarYXsG4eichHS7g?si=de969fcb1ec547d7

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-14766944 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2365 full false Episode 33: Kristi Cain on Family-Centered Discipleship, Having a Mission Beyond Making Money, and the Invitation to Make Reading a Habit and Joy in Your Life Episode 33: Kristi Cain on Family-Centered Discipleship, Having a Mission Beyond Making Money, and the Invitation to Make Reading a Habit and Joy in Your Life In this episode, Kristi and I discuss family-centered discipleship and ways her team at LifeSprings can help serve your family and church. We also talk about her brand new podcast that she co-hosts with Travis Lowe, the “Bring Me My Books” podcast.

Quotes for Notes:

“If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing a little.”

As Christians: “…we are to be students of the Word, we are words people in general.”

“Don’t say I’m just not a reader. And don’t say I just don’t like that because like any habit, like any joy, it usually takes some time to cultivate.”

Links:

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bringmemybooks

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsyVGw-USVuGlQ1p_n3q27Q

LifeSprings Website: https://lifespringsresources.com

Books for Podcast: lifespringsresources.com/bring-me-my-books-2024-bundle

HopeWord: madetoflourish.regfox.com/hopewords-2024

Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bring-me-my-books/id1722072162

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4WsXxEQJdaMRQJtlquaKlj?si=e6bb5876506d4a1e


]]> In this episode, Kristi and I discuss family-centered discipleship and ways her team at LifeSprings can help serve your family and church. We also talk about her brand new podcast that she co-hosts with Travis Lowe, the “Bring Me My Books” podcast.

Quotes for Notes:

“If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing a little.”

As Christians: “…we are to be students of the Word, we are words people in general.”

“Don’t say I’m just not a reader. And don’t say I just don’t like that because like any habit, like any joy, it usually takes some time to cultivate.”

Links:

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bringmemybooks

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsyVGw-USVuGlQ1p_n3q27Q

LifeSprings Website: https://lifespringsresources.com

Books for Podcast: lifespringsresources.com/bring-me-my-books-2024-bundle

HopeWord: madetoflourish.regfox.com/hopewords-2024

Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bring-me-my-books/id1722072162

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4WsXxEQJdaMRQJtlquaKlj?si=e6bb5876506d4a1e


]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-14579926 Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2933 full false Episode 32: David Crisp on Waking Up in the Middle of Surgery, Hearing Billy Graham Preach a Crusade in Lenoir, and Having Joy Above Your Circumstances Episode 32: David Crisp on Waking Up in the Middle of Surgery, Hearing Billy Graham Preach a Crusade in Lenoir, and Having Joy Above Your Circumstances In this episode, David and I discuss his salvation story, call to ministry, the mentors who impacted his life at an early age, and the miracles of divine healing and provision God has displayed in his life.

Quotes for Notes:

“Joy is able to rise above the circumstances and still have the peace of God reign in your heart and life.”

“The thing the Lord has taught me, there is no better time to start thanking Him for the victory or coming out on the other side, than right in the middle of the trial.”

“Joy causes us to be able to rise above or soar above the circumstances. Whatever you’re going through doesn’t dictate what your life is going to be like. It’s what the Word declares is what my life is going to be like and what my God is able to do.”

]]> In this episode, David and I discuss his salvation story, call to ministry, the mentors who impacted his life at an early age, and the miracles of divine healing and provision God has displayed in his life.

Quotes for Notes:

“Joy is able to rise above the circumstances and still have the peace of God reign in your heart and life.”

“The thing the Lord has taught me, there is no better time to start thanking Him for the victory or coming out on the other side, than right in the middle of the trial.”

“Joy causes us to be able to rise above or soar above the circumstances. Whatever you’re going through doesn’t dictate what your life is going to be like. It’s what the Word declares is what my life is going to be like and what my God is able to do.”

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-14354250 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3011 full false Episode 31: Lou Shirey on His Greatest Takeaways From Twenty-Six Years as an Army Chaplain, How We Should View Our Spiritual Gifts, and a Question That Can Transform Our Prayer Life Episode 31: Lou Shirey on His Greatest Takeaways From Twenty-Six Years as an Army Chaplain, How We Should View Our Spiritual Gifts, and a Question That Can Transform Our Prayer Life In this episode, Lou and I discuss his 26 years as an Army Chaplain, how to view our spiritual gifts, and ways to improve our prayer life, including a transformational question we can ask Jesus. Finally, we discuss the Thriving Throughout the Seasons of Pastoral Ministry program of the IPHC, which includes takeaways for Christian leaders in any capacity. 

Quotes for Notes:

“I have learned to ask Jesus, “how are you praying for me?””

“Healthy churches are winsome, they draw people in.”

“It’s not our accomplishment, it’s our impact.”

https://www.amazon.com/Discover-Your-God-Given-Gifts-Fortune/dp/0800794672

https://www.amazon.com/Sight-UnSeen-Story-Courageous-Faith/dp/1953247350

Lou Shirey’s Email: LShirey@iphc.org

]]> In this episode, Lou and I discuss his 26 years as an Army Chaplain, how to view our spiritual gifts, and ways to improve our prayer life, including a transformational question we can ask Jesus. Finally, we discuss the Thriving Throughout the Seasons of Pastoral Ministry program of the IPHC, which includes takeaways for Christian leaders in any capacity. 

Quotes for Notes:

“I have learned to ask Jesus, “how are you praying for me?””

“Healthy churches are winsome, they draw people in.”

“It’s not our accomplishment, it’s our impact.”

https://www.amazon.com/Discover-Your-God-Given-Gifts-Fortune/dp/0800794672

https://www.amazon.com/Sight-UnSeen-Story-Courageous-Faith/dp/1953247350

Lou Shirey’s Email: LShirey@iphc.org

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-14087285 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3253 full false Episode 30: Sergio Castro on Legacy and Generational Faith, Not Building Islands in Ministry, and Empowering the Leaders Around You Episode 30: Sergio Castro on Legacy and Generational Faith, Not Building Islands in Ministry, and Empowering the Leaders Around You In this episode, Sergio and I discuss legacy, passing on our faith to the next generation, leadership challenges that the worldwide church is facing, different levels of leadership, and more.

Quotes for Notes:

“Your kids will not do what you tell them to do, they will do what they see you do. They will not do what you tell them, they will replicate who you are.”

“Regardless of what you do, the goal is not to build an island within the ministry. You can be successful and still create division.”

“You can have talented, gifted, and called people but if you don’t empower them, and release them to do the job of the ministry, nothing is going to get done.”

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Sergio and I discuss legacy, passing on our faith to the next generation, leadership challenges that the worldwide church is facing, different levels of leadership, and more.

Quotes for Notes:

“Your kids will not do what you tell them to do, they will do what they see you do. They will not do what you tell them, they will replicate who you are.”

“Regardless of what you do, the goal is not to build an island within the ministry. You can be successful and still create division.”

“You can have talented, gifted, and called people but if you don’t empower them, and release them to do the job of the ministry, nothing is going to get done.”

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-13921341 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3171 full false Episode 29: Ryan Jackson on Having a Faith Worth Believing, Not Finishing Every Book You Start, and the Quality of Your Theology Episode 29: Ryan Jackson on Having a Faith Worth Believing, Not Finishing Every Book You Start, and the Quality of Your Theology In this episode, Ryan and I discuss topics like having a faith worth believing, key lessons he has learned in ministry, and why you should not finish every book you start reading. We also conversate about how every person is a theologian, the difference in enjoying writing and enjoying having written, and his new blog that launched in July 2023. 

Quotes for Notes:

“I wanted to be able to defend my faith… I had this sense that if this is true, if this is worth believing, if it worth investing my life into this, then it will stand the test of scrutiny and it will withstand the test of the questioning and whatever the world puts to it.”

“I’m not sure God is interested in me becoming any of that stuff. I think God is interested in me becoming the best version of me I can be… He does have a shape of our life and that shape is the shape of a cross.”

“Every man and woman is a theologian. The only question is the quality of your work.”

Links:
https://www.drryanjackson.com

Music by:
AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Ryan and I discuss topics like having a faith worth believing, key lessons he has learned in ministry, and why you should not finish every book you start reading. We also conversate about how every person is a theologian, the difference in enjoying writing and enjoying having written, and his new blog that launched in July 2023. 

Quotes for Notes:

“I wanted to be able to defend my faith… I had this sense that if this is true, if this is worth believing, if it worth investing my life into this, then it will stand the test of scrutiny and it will withstand the test of the questioning and whatever the world puts to it.”

“I’m not sure God is interested in me becoming any of that stuff. I think God is interested in me becoming the best version of me I can be… He does have a shape of our life and that shape is the shape of a cross.”

“Every man and woman is a theologian. The only question is the quality of your work.”

Links:
https://www.drryanjackson.com

Music by:
AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-13701641 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3812 full false Episode 28: W.A. Mills on Not Being Too Busy to Pray, How Equipping People is Always Worth the Investment, and Finding Balance in the Mission of the Local Church Episode 28: W.A. Mills on Not Being Too Busy to Pray, How Equipping People is Always Worth the Investment, and Finding Balance in the Mission of the Local Church In this episode, W.A and I discuss some helpful insights he has gleaned from his ministry experience, including the power of equipping others for ministry, avoiding being too busy, and finding balance in the mission of the church under your care. We dig into his background, call to ministry, discipleship in the local church, and resources that can help you no matter where you are in the discipleship journey.

Quotes for Notes:

“A pastor who is too busy to pray with other pastors is too busy.”

“I discovered that the more I would equip the people; help them discover, develop, and deploy their ministry gifts, the more time I actually had to devote myself to prayer and to the ministry of the Word.”

“I did try to balance those five purposes that Rick Warren writes about…. Worship, fellowship, mission, ministry, and discipleship.”

Links:

https://iphc.org/discipleship/summit/ 

https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Pastor-Theologian-Possibilities-Leadership/dp/0830851712

https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-Communicating-Faith-Age-Skepticism/dp/0143108719/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1L4LV94J3OY1L&keywords=timothy+keller+preaching&qid=1693790280&s=books&sprefix=timothy+keller+preachin%2Cstripbooks%2C139&sr=1-1

https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?Ntt=purpose+driven+church&N=0&Ntk=keywords&action=Search&Ne=0&event=ESRCG&nav_search=1&cms=1&ps_exit=RETURN%7Clegacy&ps_domain=www

https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?Ntt=pastoring+men&N=0&Ntk=keywords&action=Search&Ne=0&event=ESRCG&nav_search=1&cms=1&ps_exit=RETURN%7Clegacy&ps_domain=www

https://www.christianbook.com/christian-conversation-about-issues-matter-most/patrick-morley/9780310361534/pd/361534?event=ESRCG

https://www.amazon.com/What-Man-Dr-Joaquin-Molina/dp/0974632953/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3FEPXB9C7K1D&keywords=molina+what+is+a+man&qid=1693790424&s=books&sprefix=molina+what+is+a+man%2Cstripbooks%2C130&sr=1-2

https://www.amazon.com/Called-Men-Western-Society-Stolen/dp/0578517671/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QXUFTS92LRXY&keywords=called+to+be+men&qid=1693790457&s=books&sprefix=called+to+be+men%2Cstripbooks%2C130&sr=1-1

https://iphc.org/discipleship/thejourney/

]]> In this episode, W.A and I discuss some helpful insights he has gleaned from his ministry experience, including the power of equipping others for ministry, avoiding being too busy, and finding balance in the mission of the church under your care. We dig into his background, call to ministry, discipleship in the local church, and resources that can help you no matter where you are in the discipleship journey.

Quotes for Notes:

“A pastor who is too busy to pray with other pastors is too busy.”

“I discovered that the more I would equip the people; help them discover, develop, and deploy their ministry gifts, the more time I actually had to devote myself to prayer and to the ministry of the Word.”

“I did try to balance those five purposes that Rick Warren writes about…. Worship, fellowship, mission, ministry, and discipleship.”

Links:

https://iphc.org/discipleship/summit/ 

https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Pastor-Theologian-Possibilities-Leadership/dp/0830851712

https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-Communicating-Faith-Age-Skepticism/dp/0143108719/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1L4LV94J3OY1L&keywords=timothy+keller+preaching&qid=1693790280&s=books&sprefix=timothy+keller+preachin%2Cstripbooks%2C139&sr=1-1

https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?Ntt=purpose+driven+church&N=0&Ntk=keywords&action=Search&Ne=0&event=ESRCG&nav_search=1&cms=1&ps_exit=RETURN%7Clegacy&ps_domain=www

https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?Ntt=pastoring+men&N=0&Ntk=keywords&action=Search&Ne=0&event=ESRCG&nav_search=1&cms=1&ps_exit=RETURN%7Clegacy&ps_domain=www

https://www.christianbook.com/christian-conversation-about-issues-matter-most/patrick-morley/9780310361534/pd/361534?event=ESRCG

https://www.amazon.com/What-Man-Dr-Joaquin-Molina/dp/0974632953/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3FEPXB9C7K1D&keywords=molina+what+is+a+man&qid=1693790424&s=books&sprefix=molina+what+is+a+man%2Cstripbooks%2C130&sr=1-2

https://www.amazon.com/Called-Men-Western-Society-Stolen/dp/0578517671/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QXUFTS92LRXY&keywords=called+to+be+men&qid=1693790457&s=books&sprefix=called+to+be+men%2Cstripbooks%2C130&sr=1-1

https://iphc.org/discipleship/thejourney/

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-13528651 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 4293 full false Episode 27: Tracy Reynolds on Second Chair Leadership, Living with a Deep Sense of Empathy, and Changing Our View on Failure and Risk Episode 27: Tracy Reynolds on Second Chair Leadership, Living with a Deep Sense of Empathy, and Changing Our View on Failure and Risk In this episode, Tracy Reynolds and I discuss his new book, “Second Chair Leadership: How to Serve, Thrive, and Lead From Where You Play”. We cover a wide-range of topics including his salvation story, influence, vision, failure, accountability, and more!

Quotes for Notes:

“Empathy is me feeling your pain in my heart. And I think if I’m going to serve a first chair well, I am going to have to know a bit about what they go through each day.”

“Mission would be why we do what we do. If we accomplished our mission, imagine what that would look like, and that’s your vision.”

“When we talk about doing something new, say listen, “If we don’t like it, we don’t ever have to do it again.”” 

Links:

ctracyreynolds.com

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1960024086?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_QYM652QYFD7MYBRC47GZ

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com

]]> In this episode, Tracy Reynolds and I discuss his new book, “Second Chair Leadership: How to Serve, Thrive, and Lead From Where You Play”. We cover a wide-range of topics including his salvation story, influence, vision, failure, accountability, and more!

Quotes for Notes:

“Empathy is me feeling your pain in my heart. And I think if I’m going to serve a first chair well, I am going to have to know a bit about what they go through each day.”

“Mission would be why we do what we do. If we accomplished our mission, imagine what that would look like, and that’s your vision.”

“When we talk about doing something new, say listen, “If we don’t like it, we don’t ever have to do it again.”” 

Links:

ctracyreynolds.com

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1960024086?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_QYM652QYFD7MYBRC47GZ

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-13364515 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2547 full false Episode 26: Terry Tramel on Learning What Translates Across Generations, Preaching the Primary Doctrines of the Church, and the Journey of the Christian Life Episode 26: Terry Tramel on Learning What Translates Across Generations, Preaching the Primary Doctrines of the Church, and the Journey of the Christian Life In this episode, Terry and I discuss what he has learned in multiple decades as an evangelist and in the classroom as a professor. We also talk about his role as the Director of Global Outreach & Leadership Development in the IPHC and his latest book entitled, “The Dream Train”.

Quotes for Notes:

“Things that worked in previous cultures, and settings, and times don’t necessarily translate.”


“Somehow, I have always made preaching the primary doctrines of the Church a high priority. Those messages that are focusing on the Bible, what the Bible is, who Jesus is, the death, the resurrection, the ascension, the coming of the Lord… those can and will and should be preached everywhere.” 


“The Christian life is not just an experience; it is a journey.”

Links:

https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Train-Terry-Tramel/dp/1667843613/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EFS9LO4BE7G6&keywords=the+dream+train+terry+tramel&qid=1686431926&sprefix=the+dream+train+te%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-1


https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Terry%20Tramel

https://give.iphc.org/projects?query=&filter1=21


https://www.terrytramel.com

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Terry and I discuss what he has learned in multiple decades as an evangelist and in the classroom as a professor. We also talk about his role as the Director of Global Outreach & Leadership Development in the IPHC and his latest book entitled, “The Dream Train”.

Quotes for Notes:

“Things that worked in previous cultures, and settings, and times don’t necessarily translate.”


“Somehow, I have always made preaching the primary doctrines of the Church a high priority. Those messages that are focusing on the Bible, what the Bible is, who Jesus is, the death, the resurrection, the ascension, the coming of the Lord… those can and will and should be preached everywhere.” 


“The Christian life is not just an experience; it is a journey.”

Links:

https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Train-Terry-Tramel/dp/1667843613/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EFS9LO4BE7G6&keywords=the+dream+train+terry+tramel&qid=1686431926&sprefix=the+dream+train+te%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-1


https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Terry%20Tramel

https://give.iphc.org/projects?query=&filter1=21


https://www.terrytramel.com

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-13196591 Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2044 full false Episode 25: Jonathan Hill on Realizing You Are an Itinerate Leader, The Personal Impact of Spirit-led Leadership in the Church, and Practical Resources for Church Planting Episode 25: Jonathan Hill on Realizing You Are an Itinerate Leader, The Personal Impact of Spirit-led Leadership in the Church, and Practical Resources for Church Planting Jonathan and I discuss a wide variety of topics including church leadership and its impact on his personal call to ministry, lessons learned in ministry, church planting, and how to connect with younger generations of students.

Quotes for Notes: 

“How important it is to leaders in the church… to be attentive to the Holy Spirit because the gentleman who was willing to stop me (and ask me to pray about being a youth pastor), that changed my entire life!”

“Every pastor on the face on the planet is an itinerate pastor.”

“We as church people, we get into our routine and we forget that we’ve got to be intentional about being the face of Christ even in our gathered settings.”

Links:

https://www.plantachurch.us

https://exponential.org

https://ralphmoore.net

https://karlvaters.com

https://www.amazon.com/Hybrid-Church-Rethinking-Post-Christian-Digital/dp/0310142962

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan and I discuss a wide variety of topics including church leadership and its impact on his personal call to ministry, lessons learned in ministry, church planting, and how to connect with younger generations of students.

Quotes for Notes: 

“How important it is to leaders in the church… to be attentive to the Holy Spirit because the gentleman who was willing to stop me (and ask me to pray about being a youth pastor), that changed my entire life!”

“Every pastor on the face on the planet is an itinerate pastor.”

“We as church people, we get into our routine and we forget that we’ve got to be intentional about being the face of Christ even in our gathered settings.”

Links:

https://www.plantachurch.us

https://exponential.org

https://ralphmoore.net

https://karlvaters.com

https://www.amazon.com/Hybrid-Church-Rethinking-Post-Christian-Digital/dp/0310142962

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-12983112 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3670 full false Episode 24: Jonathan Bryan on the Best Book He Has Read This Year, A Game-Changing Time Management Tool, and Fellowship with God Episode 24: Jonathan Bryan on the Best Book He Has Read This Year, A Game-Changing Time Management Tool, and Fellowship with God In this episode, instead of an interview, Jonathan talks directly with his audience about some recent thoughts and resources that have been helpful to him in the areas of discipleship and leadership.  

Links:

https://acuff.me/podcast/

Music by:

AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, instead of an interview, Jonathan talks directly with his audience about some recent thoughts and resources that have been helpful to him in the areas of discipleship and leadership.  

Links:

https://acuff.me/podcast/

Music by:

AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-12784520 Thu, 04 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 346 full false Episode 23: Justin Blankenship on Developing Relationships Before Vision, the Impact of Embracing Differences, and the Power of Empathy Episode 23: Justin Blankenship on Developing Relationships Before Vision, the Impact of Embracing Differences, and the Power of Empathy In this episode, Justin and I discuss how he sought to develop relationships before articulating a vision for his local church, the impact of embracing differences in a local church context, and the power of empathy toward people you encounter.

Quotes for Notes:
“I would never tell anyone I know what you are feeling because every situation is different but at the same time (what I went through) gave me not just a sympathy but an empathy to be able to walk with people through difficult times.”

“I have nothing to say but I’ll sit in the ashes with you.”

“You are making a bigger difference than you realize.”

Links:
https://landmarkchurchok.com

Music by:
AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Justin and I discuss how he sought to develop relationships before articulating a vision for his local church, the impact of embracing differences in a local church context, and the power of empathy toward people you encounter.

Quotes for Notes:
“I would never tell anyone I know what you are feeling because every situation is different but at the same time (what I went through) gave me not just a sympathy but an empathy to be able to walk with people through difficult times.”

“I have nothing to say but I’ll sit in the ashes with you.”

“You are making a bigger difference than you realize.”

Links:
https://landmarkchurchok.com

Music by:
AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-12541764 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1975 full false Episode 22: Tres Ward on Winning the Right People to Your Team, Using What God Has Already Given You, and the Connection Between Leadership and Disappointment Episode 22: Tres Ward on Winning the Right People to Your Team, Using What God Has Already Given You, and the Connection Between Leadership and Disappointment In this episode, Tres and I discuss trends he is seeing with college students and how important it is to provide context for them, not just information. We discussed recruiting, raising up, and releasing leaders for teams, the impact of music in the church, how disappointment and leadership are more connected than you think, and much more! 

Quotes for Notes:

“Students today do not need you or me in order to find the answer to some of the questions they might have. They can Google it faster than you and I can think of a response.”

“…(there is) a difference (in) needing information and needing context to know what to do with it.”

“It is far better to pray, “Lord, send the right people” than to pray, “Lord, send me that person or send me more people.”

“…Not trying to win them (people) with one thing and then expect something different in the process.”

“The more you want God to use you, the more you have to use what He has already given you.”

“Leadership: Disappointing people at a rate they can manage.”- Tod Bolsinger

Links:

https://growingleaders.com/product/complete-habitudes-book-series/

https://www.amazon.com/Music-Through-Eyes-Faith-Harold/dp/0060608625

 

https://www.amazon.com/Canoeing-Mountains-Christian-Leadership-Uncharted/dp/0830841474/ref=asc_df_0830841474/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312741934517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12512234365636441360&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010217&hvtargid=pla-526365392361&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=64940825031&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312741934517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12512234365636441360&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010217&hvtargid=pla-526365392361

 

https://www.amazon.com/Rings-Fire-Walking-through-Volcanic/dp/1631463942/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1I6R1F0591CR0&keywords=rings+of+fire+leonard+sweet&qid=1676938076&s=books&sprefix=rings+of+fire+le%2Cstripbooks%2C113&sr=1-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Tempered-Resilience-Leaders-Formed-Crucible/dp/0830841644/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tod+bolsinger+tempered+resilience&qid=1676938113&s=books&sprefix=tod+bo%2Cstripbooks%2C110&sr=1-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Worship-Matters-Leading-Encounter-Greatness/dp/158134824X

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Tres and I discuss trends he is seeing with college students and how important it is to provide context for them, not just information. We discussed recruiting, raising up, and releasing leaders for teams, the impact of music in the church, how disappointment and leadership are more connected than you think, and much more! 

Quotes for Notes:

“Students today do not need you or me in order to find the answer to some of the questions they might have. They can Google it faster than you and I can think of a response.”

“…(there is) a difference (in) needing information and needing context to know what to do with it.”

“It is far better to pray, “Lord, send the right people” than to pray, “Lord, send me that person or send me more people.”

“…Not trying to win them (people) with one thing and then expect something different in the process.”

“The more you want God to use you, the more you have to use what He has already given you.”

“Leadership: Disappointing people at a rate they can manage.”- Tod Bolsinger

Links:

https://growingleaders.com/product/complete-habitudes-book-series/

https://www.amazon.com/Music-Through-Eyes-Faith-Harold/dp/0060608625

 

https://www.amazon.com/Canoeing-Mountains-Christian-Leadership-Uncharted/dp/0830841474/ref=asc_df_0830841474/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312741934517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12512234365636441360&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010217&hvtargid=pla-526365392361&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=64940825031&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312741934517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12512234365636441360&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010217&hvtargid=pla-526365392361

 

https://www.amazon.com/Rings-Fire-Walking-through-Volcanic/dp/1631463942/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1I6R1F0591CR0&keywords=rings+of+fire+leonard+sweet&qid=1676938076&s=books&sprefix=rings+of+fire+le%2Cstripbooks%2C113&sr=1-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Tempered-Resilience-Leaders-Formed-Crucible/dp/0830841644/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tod+bolsinger+tempered+resilience&qid=1676938113&s=books&sprefix=tod+bo%2Cstripbooks%2C110&sr=1-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Worship-Matters-Leading-Encounter-Greatness/dp/158134824X

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-12307353 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3305 full false Episode 21: Jeremiah Park on His Surprising Vacation Destinations Growing Up, Being a Missionary and Educator in Thailand, and Creating a Space for Kids to Encounter the Love of Jesus Episode 21: Jeremiah Park on His Surprising Vacation Destinations Growing Up, Being a Missionary and Educator in Thailand, and Creating a Space for Kids to Encounter the Love of Jesus Jeremiah and I discuss the impact of his early exposure to missions work, feeling called to be a missionary and educator and how that has led him to Thailand, and the creation of The Way Center: a place where kids can encounter the love of Jesus.

Quotes for Notes:

“The biggest way I know this was from the Lord… when I put the prayer into it, the Lord makes it very clear through his peace in my heart.”

“Trust God’s timing.”

“There is something powerful about community, where we are able to share life together.”

Links:

https://donorbox.org/way-center
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB-DKb1Rk2w
Venmo: @parkjeremiah

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jeremiah and I discuss the impact of his early exposure to missions work, feeling called to be a missionary and educator and how that has led him to Thailand, and the creation of The Way Center: a place where kids can encounter the love of Jesus.

Quotes for Notes:

“The biggest way I know this was from the Lord… when I put the prayer into it, the Lord makes it very clear through his peace in my heart.”

“Trust God’s timing.”

“There is something powerful about community, where we are able to share life together.”

Links:

https://donorbox.org/way-center
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB-DKb1Rk2w
Venmo: @parkjeremiah

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-12024462 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3301 full false Episode 20: Mark Thomas on Practical Ways to Share Our Faith, the Urgency of the 4-14 Window, and the Power of Letting Go of Our Shame Episode 20: Mark Thomas on Practical Ways to Share Our Faith, the Urgency of the 4-14 Window, and the Power of Letting Go of Our Shame In today’s episode, Mark gets practical on how we can get better at evangelism, the importance of the 4-14 window, and the power of letting go of our shame.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“A lot of times we experience excitement (while doing evangelism) but we recognize that as fear.”

“We have to have a massive bias for action.”

“50 percent of regular church goers have not accepted Jesus as their Savior.”

Links:

https://evangelismonfire.libsyn.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evangelism-on-fire/id1528792278

https://www.evangelismonfire.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/638357340418570

https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Contagious-Christian-Bill-Hybels/dp/0310210089

https://www.cefonline.com

https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/tell-someone-bible-study-book-P005776124?mcid=Adwords-sb-PLA-005776124&cmpid=pm:ggl:220725%7Coth%7Cshopping%7Cadults%7Cadults%7C17855455345%7Cadults_pmax:pla:na&ef_id=Cj0KCQiAsoycBhC6ARIsAPPbeLto6goVrIojXJ8z6mxcz6yS7dKg2eRu7ycSoB4kem7mA1xRjpgZZEIaAu3dEALw_wcB:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!4443!3!!!!x!!!17855455345!&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsoycBhC6ARIsAPPbeLto6goVrIojXJ8z6mxcz6yS7dKg2eRu7ycSoB4kem7mA1xRjpgZZEIaAu3dEALw_wcB

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In today’s episode, Mark gets practical on how we can get better at evangelism, the importance of the 4-14 window, and the power of letting go of our shame.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“A lot of times we experience excitement (while doing evangelism) but we recognize that as fear.”

“We have to have a massive bias for action.”

“50 percent of regular church goers have not accepted Jesus as their Savior.”

Links:

https://evangelismonfire.libsyn.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evangelism-on-fire/id1528792278

https://www.evangelismonfire.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/638357340418570

https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Contagious-Christian-Bill-Hybels/dp/0310210089

https://www.cefonline.com

https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/tell-someone-bible-study-book-P005776124?mcid=Adwords-sb-PLA-005776124&cmpid=pm:ggl:220725%7Coth%7Cshopping%7Cadults%7Cadults%7C17855455345%7Cadults_pmax:pla:na&ef_id=Cj0KCQiAsoycBhC6ARIsAPPbeLto6goVrIojXJ8z6mxcz6yS7dKg2eRu7ycSoB4kem7mA1xRjpgZZEIaAu3dEALw_wcB:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!4443!3!!!!x!!!17855455345!&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsoycBhC6ARIsAPPbeLto6goVrIojXJ8z6mxcz6yS7dKg2eRu7ycSoB4kem7mA1xRjpgZZEIaAu3dEALw_wcB

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-11775567 Tue, 29 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1908 full false Episode 19: Mark Thomas on Surviving Three Drug Overdoses, Evangelism on Fire, and How to Never Be Bored in Your Christian Life Episode 19: Mark Thomas on Surviving Three Drug Overdoses, Evangelism on Fire, and How to Never Be Bored in Your Christian Life In part 1 of our two-part episode, Mark and I discuss his testimony of coming to faith after surviving three drug overdoses, why he is so passionate about evangelism, and how to never be bored in your Christian life.

Quotes for Notes:

“We’ve got to go them (non-Christians) and we’ve got to share what we have been given, that eternal gift of salvation.” 

“We as Christians have the glorious honor of carrying out the mission of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

“As Christ-followers, you will never live a boring or stagnant life if you’re actively sharing your faith in Jesus.”


Links:

https://evangelismonfire.libsyn.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evangelism-on-fire/id1528792278

https://www.evangelismonfire.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/638357340418570

Facebook for DiscipLead Podcast:

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In part 1 of our two-part episode, Mark and I discuss his testimony of coming to faith after surviving three drug overdoses, why he is so passionate about evangelism, and how to never be bored in your Christian life.

Quotes for Notes:

“We’ve got to go them (non-Christians) and we’ve got to share what we have been given, that eternal gift of salvation.” 

“We as Christians have the glorious honor of carrying out the mission of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

“As Christ-followers, you will never live a boring or stagnant life if you’re actively sharing your faith in Jesus.”


Links:

https://evangelismonfire.libsyn.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evangelism-on-fire/id1528792278

https://www.evangelismonfire.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/638357340418570

Facebook for DiscipLead Podcast:

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-11549236 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1556 full false Episode 18: Kenan Travis on Being a Co-Founder of Kingdom Collective, the Need for Open Discussions About Faith, and the Value of Opportunities for All Generations Episode 18: Kenan Travis on Being a Co-Founder of Kingdom Collective, the Need for Open Discussions About Faith, and the Value of Opportunities for All Generations Kenan and I discuss him being a co-founder of Kingdom Collective, how open discussions about faith led him to a deeper relationship with Jesus, and the need to teach all generations God’s Word, while giving them opportunities to lead.   

3 Quotes for Notes:

“We really need to challenge these younger generations; you can absolutely open up the Word of God and you can receive from it in a deep and meaningful way.”

“We see this movement (Kingdom Collective) as a place where we can invite young people in and can have an impact on them.” 

“Keep growing, keep being hungry, don’t neglect to be in the Word.”

Links:

Facebook for DiscipLead Podcast:

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Facebook for Kingdom Collective:

https://www.facebook.com/wearekingdomcollective

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/wearekingdomcollective/?igshid=NmNmNjAwNzg%3D

Website:

https://www.wearekingdomcollective.shop/?fbclid=IwAR2K_6j5LM9N-182QuTx5TFP4fk_CmXOSaVQ-K3EQ4rVroOC9p4XmVh0chM

Worship House Videos:

https://fb.watch/fKOoK1BeQY/

https://fb.watch/fKOpU8fvnV/

https://fb.watch/fKOqADEyiJ/

Email: 

wearekingdomcollective@gmail.com

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Kenan and I discuss him being a co-founder of Kingdom Collective, how open discussions about faith led him to a deeper relationship with Jesus, and the need to teach all generations God’s Word, while giving them opportunities to lead.   

3 Quotes for Notes:

“We really need to challenge these younger generations; you can absolutely open up the Word of God and you can receive from it in a deep and meaningful way.”

“We see this movement (Kingdom Collective) as a place where we can invite young people in and can have an impact on them.” 

“Keep growing, keep being hungry, don’t neglect to be in the Word.”

Links:

Facebook for DiscipLead Podcast:

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Facebook for Kingdom Collective:

https://www.facebook.com/wearekingdomcollective

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/wearekingdomcollective/?igshid=NmNmNjAwNzg%3D

Website:

https://www.wearekingdomcollective.shop/?fbclid=IwAR2K_6j5LM9N-182QuTx5TFP4fk_CmXOSaVQ-K3EQ4rVroOC9p4XmVh0chM

Worship House Videos:

https://fb.watch/fKOoK1BeQY/

https://fb.watch/fKOpU8fvnV/

https://fb.watch/fKOqADEyiJ/

Email: 

wearekingdomcollective@gmail.com

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-11389394 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1793 full false Episode 17: Shane Elrod on Regaining His Physical Health Through Mental Toughness, The Need for Mentors in Ministry, and Surrounding Yourself With People Who Are Where You Want To Be Episode 17: Shane Elrod on Regaining His Physical Health Through Mental Toughness, The Need for Mentors in Ministry, and Surrounding Yourself With People Who Are Where You Want To Be In this episode, Shane and I discuss his physical transformation over the last four years, the need for mentors in ministry, surrounding yourself with people who are where you want to be, and more. 

3 Quotes for Notes:

“It’s going to be harder for you in ministry if you don’t connect with people.”

“Effecting change in your life isn’t the physical, it’s the mental. If I can beat my mind, if I can beat that, then I can do it.”

“If I am going to be a marathon runner, I need to run with marathon runners.”

Links:

https://www.facebook.com/pastormselrod

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Shane and I discuss his physical transformation over the last four years, the need for mentors in ministry, surrounding yourself with people who are where you want to be, and more. 

3 Quotes for Notes:

“It’s going to be harder for you in ministry if you don’t connect with people.”

“Effecting change in your life isn’t the physical, it’s the mental. If I can beat my mind, if I can beat that, then I can do it.”

“If I am going to be a marathon runner, I need to run with marathon runners.”

Links:

https://www.facebook.com/pastormselrod

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Buzzsprout-11222938 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1879 full false Episode 16: Jonathan Fowler on Leading Your Family First, the Value of Empowering Others to Lead, and Being Faithful Where God Has Called You Episode 16: Jonathan Fowler on Leading Your Family First, the Value of Empowering Others to Lead, and Being Faithful Where God Has Called You In this episode, Jonathan and I discuss a wide-range of topics including putting your family first, communicating with students in a fast-paced world, empowering others to lead, and being faithful with what God has given you right now.   

3 Quotes for Notes:

“If my relationship with my [family] is not what it is supposed to be, I will never step into the fullness of how I’m supposed to minister to other people.”

“As a student pastor, I am big on building teams and trying to help empower people to do stuff but that takes time.”

“Who has God given you now to shepherd, to disciple, to serve?”

 

Links:

https://www.undividedwknd.com

https://www.remind.com

https://www.canva.com

https://mailchimp.com

https://home.planningcenteronline.com

https://youthpastor.co

 

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Jonathan and I discuss a wide-range of topics including putting your family first, communicating with students in a fast-paced world, empowering others to lead, and being faithful with what God has given you right now.   

3 Quotes for Notes:

“If my relationship with my [family] is not what it is supposed to be, I will never step into the fullness of how I’m supposed to minister to other people.”

“As a student pastor, I am big on building teams and trying to help empower people to do stuff but that takes time.”

“Who has God given you now to shepherd, to disciple, to serve?”

 

Links:

https://www.undividedwknd.com

https://www.remind.com

https://www.canva.com

https://mailchimp.com

https://home.planningcenteronline.com

https://youthpastor.co

 

Music by: AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-10943579 Tue, 12 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2010 full false Episode 15: Chris Maxwell on Finding Balance on Life’s Uneven Surfaces, Not Worshipping Our Worship, and How Voices Influence Our Choices Episode 15: Chris Maxwell on Finding Balance on Life’s Uneven Surfaces, Not Worshipping Our Worship, and How Voices Influence Our Choices In this episode, Chris and I discuss his latest book, “Equilibrium: Finding Balance on Life’s Uneven Surfaces”. In our conversation, we talked about writing as a form of therapy, how the voices we hear influence the choices we make, and how we as leaders can start on a path toward greater balance in our lives.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“Your feelings are not the voice of the Lord.”

“Sometimes we worship our worship instead of letting worship be one of the acts of celebrating God and His goodness.”

“The voices we hear influence the choices we make.”

Links:

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com

chrismaxwell.me

CMaxMan11@gmail.com

https://www.amazon.com/Equilibrium-Balanced-Lifes-Uneven-Surfaces/dp/1953247717/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26ZQYS4USJ6YZ&keywords=equilibrium+by+chris+maxwell&qid=1653419812&sprefix=equilibrium+%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay


]]> In this episode, Chris and I discuss his latest book, “Equilibrium: Finding Balance on Life’s Uneven Surfaces”. In our conversation, we talked about writing as a form of therapy, how the voices we hear influence the choices we make, and how we as leaders can start on a path toward greater balance in our lives.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“Your feelings are not the voice of the Lord.”

“Sometimes we worship our worship instead of letting worship be one of the acts of celebrating God and His goodness.”

“The voices we hear influence the choices we make.”

Links:

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com

chrismaxwell.me

CMaxMan11@gmail.com

https://www.amazon.com/Equilibrium-Balanced-Lifes-Uneven-Surfaces/dp/1953247717/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26ZQYS4USJ6YZ&keywords=equilibrium+by+chris+maxwell&qid=1653419812&sprefix=equilibrium+%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay


]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-10674979 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2255 full false Episode 14: Stephen Martin on Opening a Six-Figure Coffeeshop in the Middle of COVID, Staying Humble and Teachable, and Buying 20 Gallons of Milk as an Act of Faith Episode 14: Stephen Martin on Opening a Six-Figure Coffeeshop in the Middle of COVID, Staying Humble and Teachable, and Buying 20 Gallons of Milk as an Act of Faith Stephen and I discuss the amazing story of Farmhouse Coffee, the importance of staying humble and teachable, and trusting God to open and close the right doors in life and ministry.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“Be humble and teachable.”

“Money always follows the mission.”

“Tug on the door handle and see if the door opens.”

Links:

https://www.facebook.com/FarmhouseCoffee.co

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Instagram: @FarmhouseCoffee.co

]]> Stephen and I discuss the amazing story of Farmhouse Coffee, the importance of staying humble and teachable, and trusting God to open and close the right doors in life and ministry.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“Be humble and teachable.”

“Money always follows the mission.”

“Tug on the door handle and see if the door opens.”

Links:

https://www.facebook.com/FarmhouseCoffee.co

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Instagram: @FarmhouseCoffee.co

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-10537319 Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3915 full false Episode 13: Ray Bucciarelli on Being a Pastor and Police Officer at the Same Time, Leadership Lessons from Traveling to Seventy Different Countries, and How to do Ministry in a World Full of Distractions Episode 13: Ray Bucciarelli on Being a Pastor and Police Officer at the Same Time, Leadership Lessons from Traveling to Seventy Different Countries, and How to do Ministry in a World Full of Distractions In this episode, Ray and I talk about the challenges of being a bi-vocational minister, what he learned traveling to seventy different countries, disciplines and habits that are keeping him healthy, and much more.


3 Quotes for Notes:

“He (God) removed the challenges for the calling.”

“Ministry does not stop just because things get difficult.”

“Give us a faith with no point of reference.”

Links:

https://faithdetroit.com

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Ray and I talk about the challenges of being a bi-vocational minister, what he learned traveling to seventy different countries, disciplines and habits that are keeping him healthy, and much more.


3 Quotes for Notes:

“He (God) removed the challenges for the calling.”

“Ministry does not stop just because things get difficult.”

“Give us a faith with no point of reference.”

Links:

https://faithdetroit.com

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-10375725 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2461 full false Episode 12: Jason McCary on What You Don’t Recognize About Yourself, Doing Ministry in the Valley, and the Surprising Location of Where Jesus is in Your Life Episode 12: Jason McCary on What You Don’t Recognize About Yourself, Doing Ministry in the Valley, and the Surprising Location of Where Jesus is in Your Life In this episode, Jason and I cover a multitude of topics including the call of God, lessons learned through over two decades of ministry, Christian education, staying the course through COVID, and more.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“God puts people around us that can see about us what we don’t even recognize about ourselves.”

“Ministry doesn’t happen on the mountain top. Ministry happens at the base of the mountain, in the valleys, where people are, where people live.”

“Are we forgiving one another’s trespasses or are we creating, are we highlighting, one another’s trespasses?”

Links:

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

https://ec.edu/2021/12/08/emmanuel-moves-forward-with-plan-to-offer-masters-programs/

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Jason and I cover a multitude of topics including the call of God, lessons learned through over two decades of ministry, Christian education, staying the course through COVID, and more.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“God puts people around us that can see about us what we don’t even recognize about ourselves.”

“Ministry doesn’t happen on the mountain top. Ministry happens at the base of the mountain, in the valleys, where people are, where people live.”

“Are we forgiving one another’s trespasses or are we creating, are we highlighting, one another’s trespasses?”

Links:

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

https://ec.edu/2021/12/08/emmanuel-moves-forward-with-plan-to-offer-masters-programs/

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-10158244 Tue, 01 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3299 full false Episode 11: Randy Coggins on Pursuing God’s Call, Planting Echo Church in the Midst of COVID, and What He Has Learned From TD Jakes and Rod Parsley Episode 11: Randy Coggins on Pursuing God’s Call, Planting Echo Church in the Midst of COVID, and What He Has Learned From TD Jakes and Rod Parsley In this episode, Randy and I discuss his call to pastoral ministry, planting Echo Church in the midst of COVID, and what he has learned from formative leaders like TD Jakes and Rod Parsley along the journey so far.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“Believe the unbelievable, receive the impossible.” 

“Are you preparing for what you’re praying to God for?”

“The more light you give off, the more bugs you attract.” 

Links:

https://www.echoraleigh.com

https://bishopsvillage.com

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Randy and I discuss his call to pastoral ministry, planting Echo Church in the midst of COVID, and what he has learned from formative leaders like TD Jakes and Rod Parsley along the journey so far.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“Believe the unbelievable, receive the impossible.” 

“Are you preparing for what you’re praying to God for?”

“The more light you give off, the more bugs you attract.” 

Links:

https://www.echoraleigh.com

https://bishopsvillage.com

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-9963009 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500 2579 full false Episode 10: Kevin Bordeaux on Being an Expert in Your Calling, Managing Your Energy, and Preparing For Health in All Areas of Your Life Episode 10: Kevin Bordeaux on Being an Expert in Your Calling, Managing Your Energy, and Preparing For Health in All Areas of Your Life In this episode, Kevin and I discuss a range of topics with honesty and openness. We look at the importance of being an expert in what God has called us to do, focusing on energy management over time management, and staying healthy spiritually, physically, and emotionally. 


3 Quotes for Notes:

“What God calls you to do, be an expert in it.”

“Sick leaders don’t build healthy teams.”

“Either you’re going to prepare and prevent or repair and repent.”

Links:

https://www.myfitnesspal.com 

http://thrivechurch.me

https://discipleadpodcast.buzzsprout.com

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> In this episode, Kevin and I discuss a range of topics with honesty and openness. We look at the importance of being an expert in what God has called us to do, focusing on energy management over time management, and staying healthy spiritually, physically, and emotionally. 


3 Quotes for Notes:

“What God calls you to do, be an expert in it.”

“Sick leaders don’t build healthy teams.”

“Either you’re going to prepare and prevent or repair and repent.”

Links:

https://www.myfitnesspal.com 

http://thrivechurch.me

https://discipleadpodcast.buzzsprout.com

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music by AlexMakeMusic on Pixabay

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-9825190 Mon, 03 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0500 2342 full false Episode 9: Dave Richardson on How to Deal with Negative People, How to Stay Faithful in the Grind of Life, and How to Invest Our Time the Way Jesus Did Episode 9: Dave Richardson on How to Deal with Negative People, How to Stay Faithful in the Grind of Life, and How to Invest Our Time the Way Jesus Did In this episode, Dave and I explore how to deal with negative people, discuss how to maintain consistency in the midst of the busyness, and look at how to steward our time and prioritize people the way Jesus did in His earthly ministry.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“How do you deal with negative and cynical people? Don’t become one.”

“Never miss a great opportunity to shut up.”

“There is only one thing I can take to heaven and that is people.”

Links:
https://rphc.net

Facebook Link:
https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music: 
In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> In this episode, Dave and I explore how to deal with negative people, discuss how to maintain consistency in the midst of the busyness, and look at how to steward our time and prioritize people the way Jesus did in His earthly ministry.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“How do you deal with negative and cynical people? Don’t become one.”

“Never miss a great opportunity to shut up.”

“There is only one thing I can take to heaven and that is people.”

Links:
https://rphc.net

Facebook Link:
https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music: 
In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-9672983 Mon, 06 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0500 2978 full false Episode 8: Becky Shirey on God’s Influence on Our Desires, Learning How to Listen to God’s Voice, and How the Opposite of Faith is Different Than What You Might Think Episode 8: Becky Shirey on God’s Influence on Our Desires, Learning How to Listen to God’s Voice, and How the Opposite of Faith is Different Than What You Might Think In this episode, Becky and I discuss her new book Sight UnSeen: A Story of Courageous Faith. We explore parts of her personal faith journey and some of the insights she has learned along the way. We examine what these insights and truths mean for all of us in our discipleship and leadership journey.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“God enlarges our heart to receive more of Him.”

“Is this an opportunity or a distraction?”

“The opposite of faith is sight.”

Links:

https://rebeccashirey.com

https://www.amazon.com/Sight-UnSeen-Story-Courageous-Faith/dp/1953247350/ref=sr_1_1?crid=22OQ0A8ZKL1LA&dchild=1&keywords=sight+unseen+rebecca+shirey&qid=1634842673&qsid=141-3461437-7727334&sr=8-1&sres=1953247350&srpt=ABIS_BOOK

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> In this episode, Becky and I discuss her new book Sight UnSeen: A Story of Courageous Faith. We explore parts of her personal faith journey and some of the insights she has learned along the way. We examine what these insights and truths mean for all of us in our discipleship and leadership journey.

3 Quotes for Notes:

“God enlarges our heart to receive more of Him.”

“Is this an opportunity or a distraction?”

“The opposite of faith is sight.”

Links:

https://rebeccashirey.com

https://www.amazon.com/Sight-UnSeen-Story-Courageous-Faith/dp/1953247350/ref=sr_1_1?crid=22OQ0A8ZKL1LA&dchild=1&keywords=sight+unseen+rebecca+shirey&qid=1634842673&qsid=141-3461437-7727334&sr=8-1&sres=1953247350&srpt=ABIS_BOOK

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-9455853 Mon, 01 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2352 full false Episode 7: Josh Bridges on the Call to Ministry, the Journey of Transitioning from the Pastorate to Overseas Missions, and Reaching Northwest Europe with the Gospel Episode 7: Josh Bridges on the Call to Ministry, the Journey of Transitioning from the Pastorate to Overseas Missions, and Reaching Northwest Europe with the Gospel In today's episode, I sit down with my friend Josh Bridges and discuss the call to ministry, the journey of transitioning from being a senior pastor in South Carolina to being an overseas missionary, and what ministry he and his family will be doing in Wales and Northwest Europe.

“3 Quotes for Notes":

“People don’t remember how you come, they remember how you leave.”

“Many times we sit in churches today we and say, “Well it’s not happening like it did 100 years ago… Well God’s not the one who’s changed”

“…they just keep celebrating what other people are doing but God keeps bring that call back that they are supposed to be stepping out to do something.”

 

 Links:

https://iphc.org/arise/

Website: https://give.iphc.org/missionary/joshua-and-bethany-bridges

Mail: IPHC World Missions Ministries P.O. Box 12609 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73157 

Account #30131S

 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> In today's episode, I sit down with my friend Josh Bridges and discuss the call to ministry, the journey of transitioning from being a senior pastor in South Carolina to being an overseas missionary, and what ministry he and his family will be doing in Wales and Northwest Europe.

“3 Quotes for Notes":

“People don’t remember how you come, they remember how you leave.”

“Many times we sit in churches today we and say, “Well it’s not happening like it did 100 years ago… Well God’s not the one who’s changed”

“…they just keep celebrating what other people are doing but God keeps bring that call back that they are supposed to be stepping out to do something.”

 

 Links:

https://iphc.org/arise/

Website: https://give.iphc.org/missionary/joshua-and-bethany-bridges

Mail: IPHC World Missions Ministries P.O. Box 12609 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73157 

Account #30131S

 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> Buzzsprout-9308839 Mon, 04 Oct 2021 18:00:00 -0400 3467 full false Episode 6: Lee Grady on the Intentionality Needed for Effective Discipleship, How to Make Disciples Like Jesus Did, and Stopping the Abuse of Women Episode 6: Lee Grady on the Intentionality Needed for Effective Discipleship, How to Make Disciples Like Jesus Did, and Stopping the Abuse of Women In today’s episode, Lee and I discuss his latest book on discipleship, his personal practices regarding relationships and discipleship, and how we can intentionally disciple disciple-makers.

“3 Quotes for Notes":

“Find the few you are supposed to be discipling. Jesus didn’t disciple everybody.”

“Pastors need to identify who are the few I’m supposed to be investing and raising up as disciple-makers?”

“The only way we are going to stop the abuse of women is to heal the hearts of men.”

Links:

https://leegrady.com

https://themordecaiproject.org

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=lee+grady&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> In today’s episode, Lee and I discuss his latest book on discipleship, his personal practices regarding relationships and discipleship, and how we can intentionally disciple disciple-makers.

“3 Quotes for Notes":

“Find the few you are supposed to be discipling. Jesus didn’t disciple everybody.”

“Pastors need to identify who are the few I’m supposed to be investing and raising up as disciple-makers?”

“The only way we are going to stop the abuse of women is to heal the hearts of men.”

Links:

https://leegrady.com

https://themordecaiproject.org

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=lee+grady&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-8961428 Mon, 02 Aug 2021 18:00:00 -0400 1789 full false Episode 5: Ray Boggs on the Essential Need of Balance in the Life of a Leader, How to Make Prayer a Transformational Experience, and Lessons He Has Learned Along His Ministry Journey Episode 5: Ray Boggs on the Essential Need of Balance in the Life of a Leader, How to Make Prayer a Transformational Experience, and Lessons He Has Learned Along His Ministry Journey In today’s conversation, Ray and I discuss some of the key lessons he has learned in ministry, the difference between transactional and transformational prayer, the essential need of balance as a leader, and much more.

“3 Quotes for Notes”

1. “God help me to be doctrinally sound but spiritually alive.” 

2. “Prayer is more than a transactional phenomenon. It is a transformational experience with the Lord.”

3. “You can’t lead anyone, or any organization, anywhere, until you’ve been there yourself.” 

Links:

Arise to Prayer Link: https://iphc.org/ariseinprayer/

Rick Renner Website: https://renner.org

Rick Renner Resource: https://renner.org/product/the-miracles-of-jesus-christ-15-part-series/

Doug Small Books: https://pdouglassmall.org/publications/

Spirit Life Website: https://www.uscciphc.org

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> In today’s conversation, Ray and I discuss some of the key lessons he has learned in ministry, the difference between transactional and transformational prayer, the essential need of balance as a leader, and much more.

“3 Quotes for Notes”

1. “God help me to be doctrinally sound but spiritually alive.” 

2. “Prayer is more than a transactional phenomenon. It is a transformational experience with the Lord.”

3. “You can’t lead anyone, or any organization, anywhere, until you’ve been there yourself.” 

Links:

Arise to Prayer Link: https://iphc.org/ariseinprayer/

Rick Renner Website: https://renner.org

Rick Renner Resource: https://renner.org/product/the-miracles-of-jesus-christ-15-part-series/

Doug Small Books: https://pdouglassmall.org/publications/

Spirit Life Website: https://www.uscciphc.org

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-8752633 Mon, 05 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2825 full false Episode 4: Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds on Taking the Next Step in Your Leadership, The Importance of Living in Community, and Finding the Balance Between Caring and Carrying Episode 4: Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds on Taking the Next Step in Your Leadership, The Importance of Living in Community, and Finding the Balance Between Caring and Carrying In this episode,  Chris, Tracy, and I discuss the launch of their podcast "Next Step Leadership", the necessity of staying connected to others, and how to care for people in a healthy way as leaders. 

"3 Quotes for Notes"

1. "Get people out of rows and into circles."

2. "It breaks my heart that people choose to live in the singular rather than the plural."

3. "Let’s be leaders who care but don’t carry."

Links:

DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

https://chrismaxwell.me

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-step-leadership/id1556321231

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

]]> In this episode,  Chris, Tracy, and I discuss the launch of their podcast "Next Step Leadership", the necessity of staying connected to others, and how to care for people in a healthy way as leaders. 

"3 Quotes for Notes"

1. "Get people out of rows and into circles."

2. "It breaks my heart that people choose to live in the singular rather than the plural."

3. "Let’s be leaders who care but don’t carry."

Links:

DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

https://chrismaxwell.me

https://nextstepleadership.buzzsprout.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-step-leadership/id1556321231

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-8556524 Mon, 31 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2150 full false Episode 3: Jon Campbell on Releasing His First Book, Stopping Faith Charades, and the Necessity of Honesty in Our Grief Episode 3: Jon Campbell on Releasing His First Book, Stopping Faith Charades, and the Necessity of Honesty in Our Grief In this episode, Jon and I discuss the release of Room 6060: Of Death and Hope, Of Grief and Joy, the importance of not putting on a show for God or people, and the necessity of honesty in our grief.

"3 Quotes for Notes":

1. "Christians struggle with having a performance perfect faith.”

2. “Put the charades and the performance down because God is not asking you to put on a show for Him. So much of our lives we spend putting on the show we think others want to watch.”

3. “Grief is not evil… it is in fact your heart responding in the full strength of love… it is your heart standing in defiance of death… it’s love not settling for anything less than life-everlasting.”

Links:

DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Ministry Website: www.jonandericatogether.com

Email: jonanderica.together@gmail.com

Jon's Instagram: _jon_campbell_

Book Link on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Room-6060-Death-Hope-Grief/dp/195324727X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=room+6060+books&qid=1618064617&sr=8-1

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

]]> In this episode, Jon and I discuss the release of Room 6060: Of Death and Hope, Of Grief and Joy, the importance of not putting on a show for God or people, and the necessity of honesty in our grief.

"3 Quotes for Notes":

1. "Christians struggle with having a performance perfect faith.”

2. “Put the charades and the performance down because God is not asking you to put on a show for Him. So much of our lives we spend putting on the show we think others want to watch.”

3. “Grief is not evil… it is in fact your heart responding in the full strength of love… it is your heart standing in defiance of death… it’s love not settling for anything less than life-everlasting.”

Links:

DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Ministry Website: www.jonandericatogether.com

Email: jonanderica.together@gmail.com

Jon's Instagram: _jon_campbell_

Book Link on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Room-6060-Death-Hope-Grief/dp/195324727X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=room+6060+books&qid=1618064617&sr=8-1

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-8347314 Tue, 04 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2548 full false Episode 2: Ben Crisp on His Early Call to Ministry, What it Was Like Planting a Church Six Months Before the COVID-19 Shutdown, and the Importance of Mission and Vision Episode 2: Ben Crisp on His Early Call to Ministry, What it Was Like Planting a Church Six Months Before the COVID-19 Shutdown, and the Importance of Mission and Vision In this episode, Ben and I discuss his early call to pastoral ministry, what it was like planting a church 6 months before the COVID-19 shutdown, and the importance of mission and vision in a church or organization.

"3 Quotes for Notes":

1. “Vision is the target of imagination.”

2. “The job of a leader is to see before others see and to see beyond what others see.”

3. God says, “Providing isn’t something that I do. It’s who I am.”

Links:

DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Reflection Church Website: https://reflection.church

https://churchfront.com

https://prochurchtools.com

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

]]> In this episode, Ben and I discuss his early call to pastoral ministry, what it was like planting a church 6 months before the COVID-19 shutdown, and the importance of mission and vision in a church or organization.

"3 Quotes for Notes":

1. “Vision is the target of imagination.”

2. “The job of a leader is to see before others see and to see beyond what others see.”

3. God says, “Providing isn’t something that I do. It’s who I am.”

Links:

DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Reflection Church Website: https://reflection.church

https://churchfront.com

https://prochurchtools.com

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

]]> Jonathan Bryan Buzzsprout-8211537 Tue, 04 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2908 full false Episode 1: Stephen Jones on How Technology is Affecting Ministry Today, Staying Hungry as a Learner, and the Importance of Finding What Works for You Episode 1: Stephen Jones on How Technology is Affecting Ministry Today, Staying Hungry as a Learner, and the Importance of Finding What Works for You In this episode, Stephen and I discuss how technology is affecting ministry to teenagers, the importance of staying hungry as a learner,  and some of his own personal leadership rituals.

"3 Quotes for Notes":

1. Regarding technology: “It has become a very powerful tool in an inexperienced hand.”

2. As a learner, “You eat what you’re hungry for.”

3. “We tend to give less credence to the people we know very well and more credence to the people that we kinda have an idealized vision of.”

Links:

DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Flipboard App: https://flipboard.com

Thank You For Being Late Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thank-You-Being-Late-Accelerations/dp/0374273537

Stephen Jones' Article: https://iphc.org/discipleship/2021/01/19/the-story-of-joseph-the-worlds-first-gen-zer/

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

]]> In this episode, Stephen and I discuss how technology is affecting ministry to teenagers, the importance of staying hungry as a learner,  and some of his own personal leadership rituals.

"3 Quotes for Notes":

1. Regarding technology: “It has become a very powerful tool in an inexperienced hand.”

2. As a learner, “You eat what you’re hungry for.”

3. “We tend to give less credence to the people we know very well and more credence to the people that we kinda have an idealized vision of.”

Links:

DiscipLead Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/discipleadpodcast

Flipboard App: https://flipboard.com

Thank You For Being Late Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thank-You-Being-Late-Accelerations/dp/0374273537

Stephen Jones' Article: https://iphc.org/discipleship/2021/01/19/the-story-of-joseph-the-worlds-first-gen-zer/

Music: In Orbit by Electronic Senses on Pixabay.com 

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