Church Leadership in Focus

Welcome to Church Leadership in Focus, I’m your host Don Hicks, we explore the heart of ministry and the lives behind the music. Today, we’re diving into the topic of the Worship Leader and Ministry. Our guest is David Jones, Interim Worship Leader at First Baptist Church in Spartanburg, SC, who is not only passionate about leading Worship but also about reaching people outside the walls of the ch...

Today I will continue my talk with my friend and colleague Dr. Rod Dempsey. He will share things that every pastor, elder and deacon and seminary student needs to hear and apply to their ministry. Rod has a heart for God and pastors. He is a Professor of Educational Ministries as well as an Associate Pastor at Thomas Road Baptist Church. Dr. Dempsey has served as a church planter, Christian educat...

Today I will talk with my friend and colleague Dr. Rod Dempsey. He will share things that every pastor, elder and deacon and seminary student needs to hear and apply to their ministry. Rod has a heart for God and pastors. He is a Professor of Educational Ministries as well as an Associate Pastor at Thomas Road Baptist Church. Dr. Dempsey has served as a church planter, Christian education pastor,...

As a military kid, Jason grew up moving frequently but now proudly calls Lynchburg home. He and his wife Rachael, a successful designer, decorator and home stager, enjoy raising their two children in Central Virginia. Before becoming a full-time REALTOR with Legacy, Jason was an Associate Athletics Director at Liberty as well as a faculty member. When they weren't attending games, Jason and R...

On this episode of Church Leadership In Focus, Don speaks with David Lones, pastor of Good Springs Baptist Church, about how Great saints of God have gone through many Trials and Tribulations, as we do.  Here are seven Principles when life gets hard, as found in Psalms 40. 1. Remember Vs 1-3 2. Review Vs 4-5 3. Resolve Vs 6-8 4. Recount Vs 9-10 5. Request Vs 11 6. Reflect Vs 12 7. Response Vs 13-1...

There are times in every pastors life that he becomes overwhelmed by issues that cause conflict. Don shares with you how to handle conflict that leads to peace and not pieces!  Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you've been enjoying the weekly insights and engaging discussions from our channel, we have a heartfelt request for you. By becoming a subscriber, you can play a crucial...

Episode Part 2: Pastor Chad Brady serves as the pastor of North Bedford Baptist Church northbedfordbaptist.org . Today Chad shares with pastors the scripture that has guided his prayer for his life and church. Isaiah 41: 17-20 This is church leadership in focus Podcast with your host Don Hicks.  This episode is sponsored by Tech Know Computers. It is owned and operated by our own Producer and Engi...

Episode Part 1 Pastor Chad Brady serves as the pastor of North Bedford Baptist Church northbedfordbaptist.org . Today Chad will share his testimony and encourage you in your ministry as a pastor!   This is church leadership in focus Podcast with your host Don Hicks.  This episode is sponsored by Tech Know Computers. It is owned and operated by our own Producer and Engineer of churchleadershipinfoc...

In today’s episode, Don is excited to share a remarkable update on the progress of our church leadership initiative and the incredible work God has accomplished over the past eight months. Joining him is Rob, who will recount how their paths first crossed and how God inspired a shared vision to launch this enriching podcast. With Rob as the producer and engineer, handling all technical aspects, an...

On todays Episode of Church Leadership in Focus Our Host Don Hicks will interview Sal Ferlise Chief Executive Officer of The Sports Outreach Institute. After spending 20 years in Business Management roles at age 40, God took Sal’s life in a new direction. After volunteering with Sports Outreach for close to a year, Sal officially joined the team as the COO/CFO. In 2017, he was named CEO. Sal will...

The First Podcast with Ken Sande is about Ken's founding of Peacemakers and RW 360 In this two part podcast Don interviews Ken Sande, President of RW360.  They discuses the founding of the Peacemakers and RW 360 Ministries.  Ken Sande, President of RW360 Trained as an engineer, lawyer, and mediator, Ken founded Peacemaker Ministries in 1982. There, he conciliated hundreds of family, business,...

The First Podcast with Ken Sande is about Ken's founding of Peacemakers and RW 360 In this two part podcast Don interviews Ken Sande, President of RW360.  They discuses the founding of the Peacemakers and RW 360 Ministries.  Ken Sande, President of RW360 Trained as an engineer, lawyer, and mediator, Ken founded Peacemaker Ministries in 1982. There, he conciliated hundreds of family, business,...

On today’s episode and the final episode of the "Clear and Present Danger in the Church Today" Don will continue sharing about what he has learned in different churches that he has pastored. He will give insights that will be helpful to seminary student, a new pastor, or even a seasoned pastor Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you've been enjoying the weekly insights a...

On today’s episode Don will continue sharing about what he has learned in different churches that he has pastored. He will give insights that will be helpful to seminary student, a new pastor, or even a seasoned pastor Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you've been enjoying the weekly insights and engaging discussions from our channel, we have a heartfelt request for you. By beco...

On today’s episode Don will continue sharing about what he has learned in different churches that he has pastored. He will give insights that will be helpful to seminary student, a new pastor, or even a seasoned pastor  Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you've been enjoying the weekly insights and engaging discussions from our channel, we have a heartfelt request for you. By bec...

In this episode of church Leadership In Focus: Part 3 of 5, Our host Don Hicks will share his story of being forced terminated from the church he was serving as Senior Pastor over 25 years ago. In episodes Parts 1 & 2, he will share his story. In episodes Parts 3 & 4, he and his wife Tricia will share how, through The Power of the Gospel, support, and prayer from many believers, they were...

In this episode of church leadership and focus, Dr. Don Hicks will be sharing God’s calling to the gospel ministry. It is absolutely necessary that a pastor  knows that God has called him into the gospel ministry.  Take some time to consider if God has called you? Is God calling you? Will you surrender to God‘s call?  Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you've been enjoying the we...

In this episode of church Leadership In Focus: Part 2 of 5, Our host Don Hicks will share his story of being forced terminated from the church he was serving as Senior Pastor over 25 years ago. In episodes Parts 1 & 2, he will share his story. In episodes Parts 3 & 4, he and his wife Tricia will share how, through The Power of the Gospel, support, and prayer from many believers, they were...

In this episode of church Leadership In Focus: Part 1 of 5, Our host Don Hicks will share his story of being forced terminated from the church he was serving as Senior Pastor over 25 years ago. In episodes Parts 1 & 2, he will share his story. In episodes Parts 3 & 4, he and his wife Tricia will share how, through The Power of the Gospel, support, and prayer from many believers, they were...

In this episode of Church Leadership in Focus, Dr. Don Hicks will share as a pastor and professor, practical ways to effectively improve your preaching through the preparation of the messenger and the message.   Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you've been enjoying the weekly insights and engaging discussions from our channel, we have a heartfelt request for you. By becoming a...

Interview with Commander Joshua Earls, the Chaplain of the USS Gerald Ford aircraft Carrier, and The USS Gerald Ford Strike Force. Commander Earls shares with Don the Life of a Navy Chaplain while he was on a tour of The USS Gerald Ford. Tell us how we're doing Techknow Computer Center, LLC Proud sponsor of the Church Leadership in Focus Podcast. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links....

Trish shares the thought provoking meaning of “The Dash” – What do you want to accomplish between the year of your birth and the year you pass from this earth? That is what happens during the dash. “For example, my mother’s dates were 1928 – 2005 and the dash in the middle represents 77 wonderful years she blessed us with her life on this earth. What are your life goals?”  Tell us how we're do...

On todays Episode of Church Leadership In Focus Dr. Don Hicks will share, Practical Ways to Effectively Improve Your Preaching and Key Aspects to Focus on With Your Preaching. He will speak about The Preparation of the Messager, Preparation of the Message, and engaging delivery of the sermon, Dr Hicks is an Assistant Professor of Practical Studies at Liberty University, J. Rawlings School of Divin...

Based on Colossians 3:17, Trish and Katie continue their discussion with thoughts on checking our attitudes on a daily basis.  Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you've been enjoying the weekly insights and engaging discussions from our channel, we have a heartfelt request for you. By becoming a subscriber, you can play a crucial role in supporting our mission to deliver quality...

Dr. Don Hicks shares, “What It Means To Suffer In The Ministry” from II Corinthians 1:1-11.  Tell us how we're doing Techknow Computer Center, LLC Proud sponsor of the Church Leadership in Focus Podcast. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show If you've been enjoying the weekly insights an...