Chasing Elephants Podcast

Dr. Jeff Wallace and Dr. Brent Crowe break down leadership principles exemplified in the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Tune into a conversation with none other than Shane Pruitt and Jeff Wallace about the current state of Youth Ministry.

Make New Years resolutions that don't just stick but that maximize your impact for the glory of God. Don't be one of the 80% that fail on their resolutions by mid-January. Tune in as Brent & Jeff discuss a framework to setting goals through making margin, creating rhythms and serving with impact.

Listen as Brent Crowe and Jeff Wallace relive some of the most embarrassing Christmas memories.

Here are some things to know about Advent:   What is Advent? Advent is a four-week season in the Church calendar dedicated to anticipating the arrival, or "advent," of Jesus of Nazareth, the long-awaited Messiah and King. Christians from many backgrounds celebrate this time with reflections on four pillars - hope, peace, love, and joy. The word "advent" means "coming". And while their practices ma...

The Season of Advent   Here are some things to know about Advent:   What is Advent? Advent is a four-week season in the Church calendar dedicated to anticipating the arrival, or "advent," of Jesus of Nazareth, the long-awaited Messiah and King. Christians from many backgrounds celebrate this time with reflections on four pillars - hope, peace, love, and joy. The word "advent" means "coming". And w...

1 Thessalonians 5:14-18 (CSB) 14  And we exhort you, brothers and sisters: warn those who are idle, comfort the discouraged, help the weak, be patient with everyone.  15  See to it that no one repays evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good for one another and for all.  16  Rejoice always,  17  pray constantly,  18  give thanks in everything; for this is God’s will for you in Christ...

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Romans 13:1 (CSB) A Christian’s Duties to the State: “ Let everyone submit to the governing authorities, since there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are instituted by God.”   We are called to submit to higher authorities, which means, who we choose as leaders matters . The leaders we choose has a great impact on rather people prosper or endure extended hardship.  Pr...

These interviews provide an in-depth discussion on the devastation that so many in Florida and North Carolina are still experiencing. For this interview, we talked to Todd Taylor, who is the manager of U.S. Disaster Relief for Samaritan’s Purse. He has spent time at both the North Carolina and Florida sites. Whenever a national disaster hits, Todd is the one who leads the mobilization efforts for...

This two-part series consist of interviews with some of our disaster relief friends and partners, who are boots on the ground and being the hands of feet of Jesus. These interviews provide an in-depth discussion on the devastation that so many in Florida and North Carolina are still experiencing. For this interview, we talked to Nathan Schneider ( nschneider@flbaptist.org ), who is the Lead Cataly...

PART TWO: 6. Believers suffer as a testament of faith to others (Hebrews 11 – Living by Faith: “Now without faith, it is impossible to please God, since the one who draws near to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him”).   7. God allows people to suffer so they will turn to Him in repentance and not perish for eternity (Luke 13:1-4 – Two Options…Repent or Perish:  J...

INTRO: Romans 8:18-22 (CSB) Common Questions: “Why does bad things happen to good people?” Some become agnostics or atheists because they cannot come up with satisfactory answers to the question: “How is it that a loving, all-powerful God can allow the terrible suffering that is in the world?” And thus, since none of us are exempt from suffering and death, it’s important that we understand what th...

In this episode, we dive deep into Daniel's "More Than a Conqueror" mindset and how his faith, leadership, and prayer life helped him navigate the challenges of Babylonian exile and hostile leadership under King Darius. From the political plots against him to his unwavering commitment to worship, Daniel's story teaches us how to lead with integrity and trust in God's plan. Perfect for student lead...

In this episode, we dive deep into leadership lessons from Daniel and our recent ministry trip to Egypt. Student Leadership University (SLU) partnered with local ministries to empower the next generation of leaders in the Middle East. We discuss pivotal moments from our trip, including a life-changing experience in Egypt, and draw parallels to the unshakable faith and resilience of Daniel in the B...

In this powerful episode of Chasing Elephants, we sit down with author and communicator Megan Fate Marshman to discuss her new book "Relaxed: Walking With the One Who’s Not Worried About a Thing." We dive into spiritual formation, how to walk with Jesus daily, and why being relaxed is the key to a deep, intimate relationship with God. Megan shares personal stories, insights from spiritual leaders...

Welcome back to Part 2 of our leadership series with Jeff Wallace! In this episode, we dive deeper into the proper perspective of a leader through a leadership devotional. We discuss key truths every leader should embrace, including stepping out of comfort zones, being spiritual tone setters, and trusting God in complex situations. Drawing from Ephesians 3, Jeff breaks down five crucial points on...

Jeff outlines 3 Types of Leaders: strategic leader tactical leader  operational leader 4 Behaviors of a Leader: Master the art of self leadership  master the art of positivity the willingness to think critically the unwillingness to be a passive leader choose to take initiative planning and preparing for whats to come  respond to what important don't waste your time  Subscribe to our Chasing Eleph...

On this week's episode of Chasing Elephants, listen to Brent Crowe, Ph. D. talk about Patriotic Ethos at SLU 201 2024.  Brent defines these words:  PATRIOTISM: The term patriotism, “coming from a Latin root pater, ‘father,’ patriotism is zeal or enthusiasm for the fatherland, that is, the country of one’s birth or adoption.*” This enthusiasm encompasses the feelings of gratitude and a vision of wh...

Join us as Derwin Gray dives into the historical origins and modern misappropriations of the term "woke," underscores the importance of racial reconciliation through the love of Jesus, and shares personal stories of transformation and faith. Tune in for a compelling discussion on mercy, understanding, and the church’s role in healing racial divides.

Bethany Barr Phillips delves into the concept of leading through the lens of an artist. She begins by exploring what it means to be an artist, which involves conceptualizing and expressing emotion and imagination, as well as innovating, shifting, dreaming, and taking risks. Phillips posits that the ultimate artist is God, in whose image humans are created, allowing art to reside within every indiv...

Today we are honored to have two living legends with us: Pat Williams, renowned sports executive and author, and Dr. Jay Strack, the visionary behind Student Leadership University. In this episode, we dive into the essence of leadership, discussing the importance of setting goals, the power of reading, and the significance of nurturing meaningful relationships. We'll explore Pat's fascinating jour...