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Brad Layland, CEO of The FOCUS Group shares insight, stories, and tips on this podcast.
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In this episode, Craig Hefner, head of Covenant School in West Virginia, shares the journey of growing a classical Christian school, navigating space challenges, and the power of strategic fundraising. Discover how vision, surprises, and community support transform educational missions.
Book Recommendations: The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind by Mark A. Noll The Complete Stories (FSG Classics) by Flannery O'Connor
Website: https://covenantschoolwv.org/
In this episode, Dr. Garth Japhet, CEO of Heartlines in South Africa, shares his journey from creating a popular TV show to leading a movement addressing fatherlessness. Discover how media, storytelling, and community programs are transforming society by emphasizing the importance of positive male presence in children's lives.
Website: https://www.heartlines.org.za/home
Book Recommendation: The Blessing: Giving the Gift of Unconditional Love and Acceptance by John Trent , Gary Smalley, Kari Trent Stageberg
Brad Layland sits down with his longtime friend and pastor for a deeply personal, surprisingly practical conversation about succession, spiritual reproduction, and what happens when a church stops waiting for the future and starts preparing for it now. Dave Aucremann, Lead Pastor of Good News Church in St. Augustine, FL, shares about the discernment process that led to his move into the lead pastor role, looking to God's vision for the future, and the challenge of giving ministry away before it is too late.
In this episode, Jamie Radtke, CEO of ExploreGod, shares insights into how digital evangelism is transforming global outreach. She shares staggering statistics including the over 3 billion gospel presentations since 2004 and a million daily shares. Discover how strategic vision, innovative technology, and collaborative impact are driving unprecedented growth in sharing the gospel online.
In this episode, Julie Wilson, president of Women Doing Well, shares insights on empowering women financially and philanthropically amidst a significant wealth transfer. Discover how data-driven strategies and community connections can transform women's confidence and generosity.
Women doing well https://womendoingwell.org/
Book recommendation When Women Give: The Adventure of a Generous Life, by Kim King
In this episode, Aaron Abramson shares his inspiring journey from exploring his Jewish roots to becoming the CEO of Jews for Jesus. Discover how strategic pivots, relationship-building, and innovative outreach methods are transforming the organization and reaching Jewish communities worldwide.
Resources Jews for Jesus Official Website - https://jewsforjesus.org Book: Mission Design: Leading Your Ministry Through Organizational and Cultural Change Aaron's talk at the TFG Symposium https://thefocusgroup.com/symposium
In this interview, Lisa Franklin shares the remarkable journey of founding Alpha-Omega Miracle Home, a faith-driven ministry transforming lives through housing and support for single/expectant mothers, their children, and senior women. Discover how faith, strategic planning, and community support have enabled the expansion of programs that empower vulnerable populations and create lasting impact.
Link: https://aomh.org/
In this conversation, Brad Layland interviews Steve Woodworth, the founder and executive chairman of Masterworks, a marketing agency focused on serving Christian nonprofits. Steve shares his journey from aspiring missionary to leading a successful organization that emphasizes innovative fundraising strategies and a deep commitment to ministry impact. The discussion covers the importance of understanding donor behavior, building relationships, and creating a culture centered around serving clients and their missions. Steve also reflects on the challenges and successes of Masterworks over the years, highlighting the significance of mentorship and community in the nonprofit sector.
Links Website: https://www.masterworks.agency/ Steve's bio: https://www.masterworks.agency/team/steve-woodworth Steve's Book: https://www.masterworks.agency/succession
In this interview, Dr. Mark Yarbrough, president of Dallas Theological Seminary, shares insights into the seminary's mission, growth strategies, and the importance of mission-driven education. Discover how DTS is expanding its global impact through innovative methods and unwavering faith.
Website: https://www.dts.edu https://www.dts.edu/people/mark-yarbrough
Recommended Books The Pentateuch as Narrative by John Sailhammer - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7X4V4Q Living God's Word by Duvall and Hayes - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7X4V4Q
In this interview, Brad interviews Dr. Scott Rodin, Chief Culture Officer of The FOCUS Group, to discuss the transformative power of contentment and stewardship in leadership. Scott shares insights from his new book 'Enough,' emphasizing the importance of gratitude, shifting from ownership to stewardship, and redefining success in faith-based leadership.
Other Books by Dr. Rodin: The Third Conversion, Million Dollar Dime, Steward Leader Meditations, The Sower, Development 101
Links
Pre-order at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/enough-r-scott-rodin/1149825657?ean=9798895740989
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