Church Leadership in Focus

Trish introduces Katie Hicks, a young Christian wife and mother and her precious daughter-in-law. Katie shares her story of faith and trust in God. 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 missio...

On today’s episode of Church Leadership in Focus, Don will be interviewing David Wheeler about Evangelism. They are friends, working and teaching together at Liberty University and Seminary for over 17 years. Dr. David Wheeler joined Liberty University after spending five years as the Evangelism Resource Group Leader for the State Convention of Baptists in Ohio. Before that he was an Associate Pro...

This episode concludes with the final category of examining self-defeating patterns you might possess. Included is a discussion about what to do when you feel like exploding and how to turn difficult situations into constructive, learning opportunities  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...

In Psalm 139, David spends all of this chapter talking to God and examining his relationship with God. There are times when we need to examine ourselves when things seem to be going wrong to see if there are some changes we need to make. Such as: your health, circumstances, relationship to God, and self-defeating patterns. Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you've been enjoying t...

Today's episod of Church Leadership in Focus Don will  continue his interview series with Dr Shelby Hazard Pastor of Parkway Baptist Church Smyrna, Tennessee.  Shelby will be talking about church conflict that leads to the forced termination of a pastor and the pain it cases to the pastor and his family. He will share some personal stories and the need for seminaries to train pastors in churc...

Who influences a child who will one day become a world changing leader? This episode shares details concerning the motherly influence of Nelle Wilson Reagan, the mother of Ronald Wilson Reagan, who became the 40th President of the United States. President Reagan said of his mother: “Her greatest gift to me was an abiding and unshakable faith in God.”  Tell us how we're doing Support the show I...

Today's episode of Church Leadership in Focus will continue on an interview with host Don Hicks and the Sr. Pastor of Parkway Baptist Church in Smyrna, TN: Dr. Shelby Hazzard. Shelby will share his journey and experiences of being in the ministry. His transparency while sharing the joys and sufferings while in ministry will capture your attention. This will be the first of a four-part series...

Definition of resolution: 1) a firm decision to do or not to do something, 2) the quality of being determined or resolute. Daniel chapter one tells the story of Daniel making a firm decision when refusing to eat the royal unhealthy food, which the King provided, and eat only what God wanted him to eat. This is an example of a well-disciplined life that honors God. Tell us how we're doing Suppo...

Inspiring verses for life situations: You say, “It’s impossible…,” God says, “All things are possible…” Luke 18:27. 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 content eve...

Today's episode of Church Leadership in Focus will focus on an interview with host Don Hicks and the Sr. Pastor of Parkway Baptist Church in Smyrna, TN: Dr. Shelby Hazzard. Shelby will share his journey and experiences of being in the ministry. His transparency while sharing the joys and sufferings while in ministry will capture your attention. This will be the first of a four-part series to...

After the flurry of activity and busyness during the Christmas season, the slower quietness of winter settles in during the month of January. Some people begin to experience depressive feelings and loneliness. In Psalm 77, David shares his experience with depression and hopelessness and then acknowledges his reliance upon God. Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you've been enjoyi...

This is a conversation involving the positive and negative side of various attributes and personality traits that we should recognize in order to be a balanced Christian who walks by faith.  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 p...

Your host Don Hicks of Churchleadershipandfocus.com will share principles of proactive shepherding based on 1 Peter 5:1-4. This episode will discuss a mandate to shepherd, the commitment and role of shepherds, and a suggestion for an annual shepherd’s visit with church members. Church leaders, including pastors, elders, and deacons need to learn how to shepherd their flock. This podcast will give...

Have you ever felt a cold chill throughout your body and experienced a full blown panic because the situation was out of your control? Trish shares a personal illustration of overcoming panic and fear: Psalm 34:4.  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...

Don and Trish offer a special New Year's 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 subscriber, you can play a crucial role in supporting our mission to deliver quality content every week. Your subscription not only fuels our passion but als...

Don and Trish give a short Christmas Message and Wish everyone a Merry Christmas. 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 and engaging...

In part 3 the conclusion, Don will continue his conversation with Pastor David Lones, his friend and co-laborer in ministry for the past 15 years. Don shares, “I met David when I was the mentor for his D.Min. degree at Liberty Theological Seminary in Lynchburg, VA. David serves as the senior pastor at Goodsprings Baptist Church in Etowah, TN. Over the next three episodes, David and I will discuss...

A Strategy for Spiritual Warfare – Activate your armor, pray and walk by faith!  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 content every week. Your subscription not only...

We honor and obey God by putting on the spiritual weapons (your armor) He has provided to take care of you. 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 content every week....

In part 2 of last weeks episode, Don will continue his conversation with Pastor David Lones, his friend and co-laborer in ministry for the past 15 years. Don shares, “I met David when I was the mentor for his D.Min. degree at Liberty Theological Seminary in Lynchburg, VA. David serves as the senior pastor at Goodsprings Baptist Church in Etowah, TN. Over the next three episodes, David and I will d...

Ephesians 6:10-24 Need protection? The cost of God’s armor is free, but the catch is: it will cost you prayer and a relationship with God. 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 deli...

Are you happy?   There are things that make us happy and things that make us sad. God gives us an everlasting joy and peace. In this episode, Trish will share some rules that were compiled for a harmonious and happy life.  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...

In today’s episode of Strength for the Journey, Trish Hicks comments on the life long journey of becoming who you were meant to be from God’s point of view. From an early age,  young children like to share what or who they want to be when they grow up. Who will you become for God? Please share this podcast with a friend to give them strength for their journey. Tell us how we're doing Support t...

In today’s episode, Don will speak with Pastor David Lones, his friend and co-laborer in ministry for the past 15 years. Don shares, “I met David when I was the mentor for his D.Min. degree at Liberty Theological Seminary in Lynchburg, VA. David serves as the senior pastor at Goodsprings Baptist Church in Etowah, TN. Over the next three episodes, David and I will discuss the calling and life of a...

In today’s episode of Strength for the Journey, Trish Hicks will encourage you on your journey regarding pre-programmed plans and unknown plans that occur in your life; Based on the verses Jeremiah 29:11-13, you are never alone – God knows the plans for your life! Please share this podcast with a friend to give them strength for their journey.  Tell us how we're doing Support the show If you&a...