The conversations on The Workmatters Podcast inspire, equip, and empower Christians to embrace work as one of the most fertile fields for spiritual transformation. You will hear powerful stories from practitioners on how they have been formed into the image of Christ in their work, at their work, and through their work.
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Christian parents today are challenged in the task of training and equipping their children in biblical principles. In this podcast, we will discuss proven ways to create a personalized plan that works for children of all ages, even those who are now adults and have families of their own. We will see how other parents have successfully applied the principles from Terence's best-selling book, by the same title, in their family life. He'll provide real-world examples that he's used with worksh ...
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John Finkelde from Grow a Healthy Church reveals all his practical ministry skills, pastoral leadership qualities and church ministry experience so you can build an effective church leadership pipeline. Discover how to build leadership capability in your church so that you can grow a healthy church with members who love to serve and lead. John shares from four decades of ministry experience as a pastor of a church planting church and a consultant to scores of churches around the globe. You w ...
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Integrate the Inseparable. The Center for Faith & Work (CFW) exists to explore and investigate the gospel’s unique power to renew hearts, communities, and the world, in and through our day-to-day work. As the cultural renewal arm of Redeemer Presbyterian Church, we foster, shepherd, and empower the church as it is scattered, living and working out in the world, beyond the walls of any one gathered place of worship. CFW's programming, classes, and events can be characterized by three differen ...
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Work is the Proving Ground of Faith, Make the Most of it! With Donnie Smith
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31:41Welcome to The Workmatters Podcast! Our host Brandon Swoboda is joined by Donnie Smith, a longtime friend, mentor, and the former CEO of Tyson Foods, now leading impactful work as the chairman of the African Sustainable Agricultural Project. Donnie’s story is one of authentic faith in action, from his early career days on chicken farms to leading o…
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The Power of Joining God Where He is at Work with Cheryl Bachelder
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29:18Welcome to another episode of The Workmatters Podcast! This week, hosts Darrel Harvey and Brandon Swoboda sit down with Cheryl Bachelder, former CEO of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and a leader with a remarkable track record across several iconic brands, including Chick-fil-A and Domino’s Pizza. Cheryl shares her journey from passionate leadership to …
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Exploring Work as an Opportunity for Discipleship and Worship with Dr. Libin Abraham
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31:37Hosts Keisha Fowler and Brandon Swoboda sit down with Dr. Libin Abraham, lead pastor of Bent Tree Bible Fellowship in Carrollton, Texas, for an inspiring conversation about how faith comes alive in the workplace. Drawing on his own journey from Kerala, India, to Texas and his deep experience in pastoral ministry, Dr. Abraham shares powerful insight…
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The Why and How of Bringing Your Whole Self to Work with Alex Fittin
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30:18Welcome to another episode of The Workmatters Podcast! In this episode, Brandon Swoboda and Darrel Harvey sit down with Alex Fittin, an Enneagram coach and trainer whose passion is helping individuals, teams, and organizations thrive by understanding the core motivations that drive us. Drawing from her trauma-informed practice, Alex shares how the …
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Welcome to another episode of The Workmatters Podcast! In this episode, our hosts Keisha Fowler, Darrel Harvey, and Brandon Swoboda sit down for an honest conversation about one of the most influential forces in our lives: the stories we tell ourselves about work. Starting from ancient narratives in Genesis, they dive into how our work stories shap…
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Love, Trust, Obedience: Sheeba Philip’s Approach to Faith-Driven Leadership
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34:00In this episode of The Workmatters Podcast we talk with Sheeba Philip, a dynamic leader whose passion for purpose-driven work is both inspiring and practical. Joined by hosts Brandon Swoboda and Darrel Harvey, the discussion delves deep into what it means to build organizations and lives centered around authenticity and impact. Sheeba shares her jo…
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The Sacredness of Secular Work with Jordan Raynor
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27:48In this episode, host Brandon Swoboda sits down with Jordan Raynor, a bestselling author, speaker, and major voice in the faith and work movement. Jordan has inspired millions of Christians worldwide with books like The Sacredness of Secular Work, Redeeming Your Time, and The Creator in You, challenging believers to see their daily labor as integra…
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The Role of Work in Healing, Hope, and Growth with Becky Shaffer
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27:01Hosts Darrel Harvey and Brandon Swoboda are joined by Becky Shaffer, founder and executive director of Saving Grace NWA, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young women who, like her, have faced unimaginable hardships. In this heartfelt conversation, Becky shares her deeply personal story of growing up in the foster care system, navigating a diffic…
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Moving from Ethical Business to Redemptive Business with Henry Ho
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29:42Welcome to another episode of The Workmatters Podcast! Today, hosts Brandon Swoboda and Darrel Harvey are joined by a truly inspiring guest: Henry Ho, the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Storesight, which combines field-scale and artificial intelligence to deliver always-on visibility, real-time insights, and fast retail action for top con…
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Spiritual Formation and Kingdom Renewal in the Modern Workplace with Dr. Tammy Dunahoo
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27:15Summary Welcome to this week's episode of The Workmatters Podcast! Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by Dr. Tammy Dunahoo, Executive Dean at Portland Seminary of George Fox University, whose decades of leadership experience as a pastor and educator offer deep insight into the intersection of faith and work. Hosts Brandon Swoboda and Darrel Harvey …
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Reflections on Purpose and Identity in the Workplace with Steve Graves
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35:58Summary Welcome to The Workmatters Podcast! In this episode, hosts Brandon Swoboda and Keisha Fowler sit down with Steve Graves, a pioneering leader, business owner, advisor, and author, who’s been shaping the intersection of faith and work for over three decades. Steve shares his journey from early days of wondering how to bring his faith into the…
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Integrating Faith and Vocation with Darrel Harvey & Keisha Fowler
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43:26Summary Welcome to the very first episode of The Workmatters Podcast! In this kickoff conversation, hosts Darrel Harvey, Keisha Fowler, and Brandon Swoboda gather to set the stage for a season filled with authentic discussions about what it really means to integrate faith with work. You’ll hear personal stories and journeys marked by twists, turns,…
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The WorkMatters Podcast invites you to discover the sacred, formative nature of work through thoughtful, faith-centered conversations. Each week, we explore how integrating theology and practical action can transform your daily labor into a meaningful part of your spiritual formation in Christ. Designed for driven and curious Christian professional…
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Building Serving Communities that Last | # 27 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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12:05Discover the secrets to crafting resilient volunteer teams with 'Building Serving Communities that Last'. This essential guide for church leaders emphasizes the power of genuine encouragement, the influence of a godly example, and the significant impact of team dynamics on volunteer retention. Through practical tips and biblical wisdom, John Finkel…
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3 Essential Strategies to Maintain Volunteer Momentum | # 26 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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11:42Unveil 'Three Essential Strategies to Maintain Volunteer Momentum' and empower the heart of your church: your volunteers. In this engaging episode, John Finkelde unpacks the dynamic trio of retention strategies that will keep your volunteers not just involved, but passionately engaged. Discover how to consistently communicate your church's vision, …
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How Pastors Make This Tough Call | # 25 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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11:45Embark on one of the most challenging journeys a pastor must navigate in 'The Tough Call: How Pastors Make this Hard Decision.' This insightful episode delves into the often-unspoken aspect of church leadership: the decision to let staff go. With compassion and wisdom, we will explore the practical and ethical steps that pastors can take to ensure …
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The Pastor-Boss Paradox: Navigating Workplace Dynamics | # 24 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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11:02Step into the complex world of pastoral leadership with 'The Pastor-Boss Paradox: Navigating New Workplace Dynamics.' This episode tackles the unique challenges faced when pastors transition into the realm of management, guiding paid staff who are not only colleagues but also members of their spiritual community. Discover how to set a tone that fos…
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Navigating the Tricky Pivot from Volunteer to Staff | # 23 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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9:36Join John Finkelde in this episode of the Build a Leadership Pipeline series, diving deep into the nuanced journey of transitioning volunteers into staff roles. Discover why this pivotal move can be a game-changer for your church or a cautionary tale through John's personal experience of a staffing decision that went awry. Learn the essential facto…
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The Secret Sauce to Cultivate Emerging Leaders | # 22 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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10:55Dive into an insightful episode with John Finkelde from Grow a Healthy Church, revealing a powerful six-step process to nurture and accelerate the growth of emerging leaders in your church. Discover the exclusive "Book Club Method" that promises to transform potential into performance, fostering deep relationships and impactful learning. Tap into J…
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Scale Up and Empower Your Key Leaders | # 21 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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4:10Discover how to revolutionize your church's serving culture by empowering leaders with a fail-proof meeting template. Learn to infuse vibe and purpose into every team gathering, fostering a strong community eager to serve. Plus, grab an exclusive resource offer designed to propel your leadership development to new heights. Ready to make your meetin…
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Ditch Boring! You Can Craft Memorable Meetings | # 20 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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14:06Transform Your Church Meetings from Dull to Dynamic, Dive into an episode with John Finkelde from Grow a Healthy Church as we uncover the secrets to creating engaging and unforgettable church meetings. Say goodbye to the dreaded "boring" tag and hello to sessions filled with inspiration, appreciation, and practical wisdom. Learn the six essential e…
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Create Momentum with An All-In Gathering | # 19 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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9:13Step into the collaborative spirit of your church with "Create Momentum with An All-In Gathering." This revelatory episode spotlights the transformative power of bringing all your volunteers together, everyone who serves or is looking to serve, for a quarterly touchstone event. Learn how to cultivate a culture of unity, share common struggles, cele…
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Craft Cohesion and Alignment with This Simple Step | # 18 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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9:45Achieve unparalleled team harmony and a shared sense of direction in your church leadership with "Craft Cohesion and Alignment with This Simple Step". In this episode, John Finkelde invites you to the heart of effective ministry—regular Operations Team meetings. Watch as he outlines the benefits of uniting your children's, worship, small group, you…
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The Most Neglected Meeting in Churches | # 17 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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8:37Delve into how pastors can cultivate a robust leadership pipeline and foster a more resilient, relational church environment. Through turning the most neglected meeting into a regular meeting, leaders are encouraged to share their victories and vulnerabilities, setting the stage for visionary growth and mutual accountability. This episode will prov…
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Leverage Your Best Servers for Your Best Training Results | # 16 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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8:39Dive into the power of peer-learning. This episode unveils how your church's exemplary volunteers can drive an effective training program, transforming their skills into a legacy of learning. Uncover the art of leveraging the expertise of your best greeters, hospitable hearts, and skilled program coordinators to uplift your entire volunteer team. B…
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Transform Your Stories into Powerful Training Sessions | # 15 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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7:18Step into the transformative world of leadership development with “Transform Your Stories into Powerful Training Sessions.” In this insightful episode, John Finkelde breaks down how your personal experiences are a goldmine for creating engaging and relatable volunteer training. Whether it's maintaining positivity, delegating effectively, or making …
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Master Leadership Training with This 4-Step Method | # 14 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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10:08Unlock the secret to superior volunteer training in your church with "Master Volunteer Training with This 4-Step Method." This episode is a game-changer for anyone looking to enhance the effectiveness of their training programs, drawing on persuasive research from IBM and the UK Post Office. Discover how incorporating a simple, yet dynamic, four-st…
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If You Want Leaders, You Must Stop Doing This | # 13 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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7:12In this essential episode of the Build a Leadership Pipeline series, John Finkelde reveals a major paradigm shift in creating empowered church leaders. “If You Want Leaders, You Must Stop Doing This” exposes the classical methods which can inhibit potential leadership growth and offers a new framework of thinking about training. It’s time to tweak …
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Leadership Training Blueprint: The Art of Targeted Training | # 12 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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9:12Join John Finkelde on the journey to exceptional church leadership with “The Leadership Training Blueprint: The Art of Targeted Training”. Dive into a powerful episode that unlocks practical strategies to elevate your training sessions at all levels of church involvement. From Doers to Delegators to Designers, discover tailored training techniques …
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Low-Barrier Serving: The Secret to Church Involvement | # 11 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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6:37Discover a transformative approach to fostering deeper community and driving active participation within your church. "Low-Barrier Serving: The Secret to Church Involvement" unveils an intuitive strategy that encourages even the most hesitant individuals to step forward and get involved. This powerful method breaks down complex commitments into man…
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Skills vs Needs: The Potent Recruitment Model for Serving | # 10 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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9:27Dive into the dual recruitment model, a transformative approach that taps into the skills and passions of potential volunteers. Join John Finkelde as he shares how to leverage both departmental needs and individual capabilities to revolutionize your church'sserving opportunities. This strategy not only fills roles but also ignites passion, ensuring…
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The Annual Event to Boost Your Leadership Pipeline | # 9 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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12:39Join John Finkelde as he unfolds the blueprint for The Annual Event that's reshaping how churches engage with service. This episode dives into the eight essential elements of a recruitment drive that not only honors existing volunteers but energizes your entire congregation to step into service. From impactful weekend planning to fostering a vibran…
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Prayer Driven Leadership Boosts Your Pipeline | # 8 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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1:25Discover the untapped spiritual force that can elevate your church's leadership pipeline. John Finkelde reveals how prayer isn't just a spiritual discipline but a strategic leadership tool. In an episode that promises to deepen your pastoral impact, embrace a 30-day prayer challenge tailored to catalyze growth across all serving levels in your cong…
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Decode the Serving Matrix: Highlight Your Way to Clarity | # 7 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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8:06Dive deep into the art of understanding your church's serving matrix with John Finkelde’s latest leadership insights. Discover the transformative effect of visually mapping out roles within your congregation. This episode offers a practical step-by-step process to literally highlight the various serving levels in your church, from passive members t…
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Church Serving Unpacked: The Five Tiers of Serving | # 6 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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9:59Embark on a journey through the five tiers of serving that can transform your church's functioning and leadership pipeline. In this insightful episode, John Finkelde demystifies the progression from passive attendees to visionary leaders. Understanding these tiers is crucial for nurturing a thriving ministry. Take your first step by contemplating t…
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4 Critical Tasks Your Service Director Must Complete | # 5 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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9:49Unlock the 4 critical tasks every Serving Director must master with John Finkelde’s insightful guide. Today, we delve into how a strategic approach to volunteer involvement can revolutionize your church's community and grow your leadership pipeline. John will reveal the core duties of a successful Serving Director. By the end of this episode, take …
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The Serving Director Hunt: 2 Non-Negotiable Traits | # 4 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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8:02Are you on a mission to find the perfect Serving Director for your church? Discover the two non-negotiable qualities that set excellent leaders apart in the next episode of "Build a Leadership Pipeline." John Finkelde breaks down the crucial attributes essential for anyone looking to effectively develop and equip leaders in your church community. U…
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How One Role Can Revolutionize Your Church's Serving Culture | # 2 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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7:02Discover the game-changing role most church's organizational chart is missing. In this insightful episode, join John Finkelde as he guides you through the importance of this pivotal position and how it can solidify your leadership pipeline. Learn a clear, actionable step to reinforce your structure and find out why identifying the right person for …
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The Search for a Serving Director: A Step-by-Step Guide | # 3 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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8:21Are you at a crossroads trying to fill your church's Serving Director role without an obvious candidate? Join John Finkelde in this practical exploration of turning a leadership gap into an opportunity for growth. This episode gives you two proactive steps to discover and empower the leader your church needs right now. From targeted prayers to tact…
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Unlock Your Church’s Potential with One Shift That Transforms You and Your Team | # 1 Build a Leadership Pipeline
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4:50Join John Finkelde for the first episode of the "Build a Leadership Pipeline" series — a game-changer for pastors and church leaders. Uncover the stark differences between pastoral ministry and pastoral leadership and the impact each has on your church's growth. We'll explore one vital step towards strengthening your leadership pipeline and reveal …
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Practical discipleship strategies (w/ George Barna)
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48:51Are you seeking helpful and impactful parenting material to support your ability to disciple your children? Seeking spiritual development and practical discipleship strategies? Listen in on Victorious Friday with Dr. George Barna and Terence Chatmon as they discuss his new book "Raising Spiritual Champions". Nurturing your child's heart, mind, and …
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Today more than ever, young men need their male role models to step up and help them understand what it means to be a man and bestow that mantle upon them. If a boy is never told what it means to be a man or that it's time to be one, he'll subconsciously extend his adolescent years far into his teens and twenties ... or beyond. Steven Arms lives in…
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Discipleship? The Workplace is not off-limits
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44:59Thomas Lutz started Vision Planners, LLC a strategic planning consultancy designed to assist leaders in creating plans to advance their visions. As a result of his unique background Tom has served hundreds of churches, non-profits, and businesses in the development of plans designed to ensure the accomplishment of their leader’s visions. Tom’s book…
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What Makes a Great Sex Life for Married Couples?
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29:42Many Christian books talk about sexual issues within broader works on marriage, but few resources comprehensively and biblically guide couples on sexual intimacy. Navigating sex in marriage has always been tricky, and research overwhelmingly suggests that the pandemic has further complicated intimacy in marriage. In her new book, God, Sex, and Your…
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Why are we challenged by the differences in generations? Are the differences in the generations truly that far apart? How are we to reach the next generation of parents who carries the call to reach the next generation by making equipped and mature disciples? What is the Hope we have? Listen in on this conversation with Dr Bryan Chapell and Terence…
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He Who Controls the Media Controls the Culture
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25:54In this episode of Victorious Friday with Terence Chatmon, we discuss the impact of media on the family and society. Today our friend, Dr. Ted Baehr is Founder and Publisher of MOVIEGUIDE®: The Family Guide to Movies and Entertainment and Chairman of the Christian Film & Television Commission® ministry, as well as a noted critic, educator, lecturer…
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Millennials in America: New Insight into the Generation of Growing Influence
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43:59In today's episode of Victorious Friday we have special guest, George Barna. George Barna is the founder of The Barna Group, a market research firm specializing in studying the religious beliefs and behavior of Americans, and the intersection of faith and culture. George and I discuss new research and insights into Millennials in America. Millennia…
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In today's episode of Victorious Friday we have special guest, Reverend Dr. D. Darrell Griffin. Reverend Dr. D. Darrell Griffin, D.Min. is a Senior Pastor, a certified Ministry Coach and Enneagram Trainer who is committed to educating, empowering and transforming the lives of God’s people. Dr. Griffin and Dr. Terence Chatmon, discuss how to embark …
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In today's episode of Victorious Friday we have two special guests, SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt. Squire and Louise share with Dr. Terence Chatmon, "Godwink" stories about individuals, families, and even a dog. SQuire is a popular speaker and New York Times Bestselling author who introduced the word “Godwink” into the language and dictionaries—…
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In today's episode of Victorious Friday we have special guest, Jared Cagle. Jared and Dr. Terence Chatmon discuss the pressures of raising children with a christian worldview in a rapidly changing world.
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