The Reclaimed Leader Podcast

Are you an authoritarian coach or a player’s coach? Are you intentionally working to develop volunteers or staff in your church? It’s all about building trust, encouragement, and helping people reach their God-given potential.

We all seem to think older members are more generous. But, what if that’s not completely true? According to Barna’s research, you may be surprised. Today we're talking about cultivating generosity in younger generations.

How do you resist the resistance when leading change? Change is hard because it can be so personal and emotional. How do you push forward? It’s about leading with truth, grace, and a winsome spirit.

In today's episode, Jesse and Jason discuss the role of creativity in leadership. Often, a creativity deficit shows up in meetings - but can trickle into sermon prep, teaching, and energy. What do you do when you need a spark?

Christmas is the #1 outreach opportunity we get every year. And we all have programs, events, and special services – but what if you could leverage it all to engage people more?

Today, Jesse and Jason talk about the misconceptions and realities of why people have de-churched (according to new research in the book - The Great De-Churching) and what that means for church leaders

Today, Jesse and Jason discuss the love-hate relationship pastors have with online worship, and the implications of cultural norms on digital ministry. If 100% of the people we're trying to reach are online, why wouldn't we leverage it?

One of the biggest questions I get is how we developed our church’s culture. Well, it didn’t happen overnight – but there is a repeatable, simple process to do it.

According to Barna's research, pastors are lonelier, more isolated, and questioning their calling more than ever. What are we going to do about it? The importance of validation and where to find it

Every church wants to reach younger generations, but does that mean sacrificing older ones? A strategy to reach all generations may be closer than you think.

What will the future church look like? What will make churches thrive in a post-Christian culture? While we can’t see the future, here are 5 key areas to think about as you move into Fall.

Are the pastoral care models we've inherited healthy? Are we called to be personal chaplains or should we delegate and de-centralize care? Maybe, it's a bit of both.

According to the research, nearly 1/2 of U.S. adults say they are more open to God today than before the pandemic. Is your church equipping the people to engage? How will we help our congregations have spiritual conversations?

Today Jesse and Jason celebrate 300 episodes of the podcast! Join them for a review of the top episodes, some behind-the-scenes talk, and how to score free coffee!

Today Jason and Jesse discuss 4 steps to help make fall planning more effective. When you know where you're going, the details become clear.

Today we finish our series on Amplified Leadership, with Part 3 - mentoring and handing over the leadership keys. Easier said than done, but critically important.

Today we continue with Part 2 of Dan Reiland's Amplified Leadership. If you're not encouraging and inspiring, people won't follow

Today, we begin a 3-part series on Dan Reiland's book, Amplified Leadership. Where does leadership development begin? It begins with self-leadership

Today, Jesse and Jason unpack the importance and impact of the in-between moments of ministry. If the growth happens in the valleys, why are we always longing for mountaintops?

Today, Jason and Jesse unpack 5 key characteristics of the next generation in order to consider how to bring the gospel to bear in their lives

Today, we talk about 5 steps to resetting the vision this summer. Do you have a ministry initiative or building renovation that you've been excited about because it will move ministry forward? Don't wait another season.

Today, Jesse and Jason talk about 3 warning signs that you need a break AND what to do about it today.

Today we discuss Barna's research on the gap between how people view Jesus and how they view the Church... and what to do about it.

Today, Jesse and Jason discuss the new research from Barna about the disconnect between churches and communities. Article, "How Pastors & Non-Christians See the Church's Role"

Have you ever struggled to get support for your vision? Does your congregation lack imagination? Do you wonder if they "get it?" Here's how to bridge the gap and get the buy-in you need