Stetzer Leadership Podcast

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Todd Wilson & Lisa Vischer: Enneagram Goes to Church Jun 29, 2021

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Enneagram is everywhere in Christian circles these days, but we haven’t yet heard it used as a tool particularly for pastoral leadership. Ed is joined by Todd Wilson to discuss his latest book, Enneagram Goes to Church. Enneagram coach Lisa Vischer joins to give an overview and discuss Todd's research.

Father's Day Special Episode: Michael W. Smith on Fatherhood and Leaderhsip Jun 20, 2021

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Ed is joined by Grammy Award-winning musician, Michael W. Smith for a special episode to discuss lessons from Michael's dad, the vital role fathers play, and leadership lessons Michael learned from his dad.

John Plake: The State of the Bible and Christian Leadership Jun 17, 2021

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As Christian leaders, no other text is more important or influential than the bible. The events of 2020-21 have disrupted almost every aspect of our lives--including how Americans engage with the Bible. We're joined in this episode by Dr. John Plake from the American Bible Society to discuss the latest research in their "State of the Bible" report. More info at https://sotb.research.bible

Christine Caine: How Did I Get Here? Important Markers for Leaders Jun 08, 2021

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How do we know if our leadership has drifted?

Christine Caine joins Ed and guest host Wendy Larson to discuss her new book, How Did I Get Here? Finding Your Way Back to God When Everything is Pulling You Away.

Christine is a sought-after international speaker, author and activist. She leads the A21 campaign and Propel Women. Known for her ability to effectively communicate a message of hope, Christine has a heart for reaching the lost, strengthening leadership, and championing the cause of justice.

Will Mancini: Future Church: Seven Laws of Real Church Growth Jun 01, 2021

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Will Mancini joins Ed Stetzer and guest host Josh Laxton to talk about the future of the church--especially as we emerge from the pandemic. They discuss Will's new book, Future Church: Seven Laws of Real Church Growth. At the heart of this is the question: What will you do with this ministry moment? Will is especially equipped to lead us in a moment like this

Bill Haslam: Faithful Presence: The Promise and the Peril of Faith in the Public Square May 25, 2021

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The intersection of politics and faith has been divisive in recent years. Bill Haslam says it doesn’t have to be—that faith can actually be a redemptive and unifying presence in the public square.

Ed Stetzer and guest host Josh Laxton interview former two-term governor of Tennessee, Bill Haslam, to talk about his new book Faithful Presence: The Promise and the Peril of Faith in the Public Square.

Gov. Haslam has been a mayor and governor, serving at local, state and federal levels of government.

Rob Wegner and Lance Ford: Starfish and the Spirit May 18, 2021

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In this episode, Ed is joined by Rob Wegner and Lance Ford, co-authors of the recent release The Starfish and the Spirit: Unleashing the Leadership Potential of Churches and Organizations, along with Alan Hirsch. As stated on Amazon, this book leverages "the metaphor Ori Brafman popularized in his NYT best-selling book, The Starfish and the Spider, Rob Wegner, Lance Ford, and Alan Hirsch show why the distributed structures of starfish organizations are uniquely fit to the church." Currently, Rob is one of the founders and directors of the Kansas City Underground, a mission agency and decentralized network of missionaries and microchurches in Kansas City. Lance is the co-founder of the Sentralized Conference in Kansas City.

Rich Stearns: Lead Like It Matters to God May 11, 2021

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In this episode of Stetzer Leadership Podcast, Ed is joined by Rich Stearns, President Emeritus of World Vision International. Rich is the author of several books, including the best-selling, award-winning The Hole in Our Gospel. He also wrote Unfinished, as well as two books with his wife, Reneé – a children’s Bible storybook, God’s Love For You, and a 90-day devotional, He Walks Among Us.

His most recent release, and the focus of this conversion, is Lead Like It Matters to God: Values-Driven Leadership in a Success-Driven World. In this book, "Stearns shares captivating stories of his life journey and unpacks seventeen crucial values that can transform leaders and their organizations." He joins the podcast to share more about the leadership wisdom he's gained through the years.

Dr. Lamar Hardwick: Disability and the Church May 05, 2021

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In this episode of Stetzer Leadership Podcast, Ed is joined by Dr. Lamar Hardwick, author of the recently released book, Disability and the Church: A Vision for Diversity and Inclusion. This release follows his first book, the best-seller I am Strong: The Life and Journey of an Autistic Pastor. While Hardwick's first book centers around his personal journey with experiencing disabilities within the Church, his latest book offers "a practical and theological reconsideration of the church's responsibilities to the disabled community." Hardwick joins Stetzer Leadership Podcast to share more about his story, his latest book, and how COVID-19 has helped and/or harmed those with disabilities in our congregations.