Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast

In Part 5 of the Leadership Creed series, we explore one of the most important questions every leader must answer: **Why do you serve?** Drawing from 1 Peter 5:2, this episode reveals that God is not only concerned with what we do, but also with the motives of our hearts. True Kingdom leadership is driven by a genuine love for Jesus, a willing spirit, and an eagerness to serve—not by obligation, r...

In Part 4 of the Leadership Creed series, we explore one of the defining marks of biblical leadership: leading by example. Drawing from John 13, 1 Peter 5, and Acts 20, this episode reveals that Jesus didn't simply teach servant leadership—He demonstrated it by washing His disciples' feet. True Kingdom leaders never outgrow serving, never place themselves above others, and never rely on control or...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we continue exploring The Leadership Creed and discover the heart of Kingdom leadership: servant leadership. Jesus showed us that true greatness is not found in power, position, or the number of people who serve us, but in our willingness to serve others. Drawing from Matthew 20:25-28, we unpack the truth that leaders in God’s Kingdom choose...

In Part 2 of the Leadership Creed series, Brent Brading explores the biblical principle that while all followers of Jesus are called to lead people, some are specifically gifted and graced by God for public leadership roles. Drawing from Romans 12, Philippians 1, Acts 20, and 1 Peter 5, Brent explains the leadership structures found in the New Testament church, including apostles, elders, overseer...

Leadership begins with identity. In this teaching, we explore the biblical truth that every follower of Jesus is called to influence others by leading them to Christ and discipling them in Him. True leadership is not about control, status, or power—it is about serving, loving, and impacting people through Christ-like example. Discover how Jesus redefines leadership and why every believer should se...

In the final episode of the Five Levels of Kingdom Leadership series, we explore the highest expression of leadership in God's Kingdom: Sacrificial-Hearted Leadership. Drawing from Matthew 20 and the example of Jesus, this episode unpacks what it means to lead with a willingness to lay down your life for the sake of others. Unlike leaders who are motivated by power, recognition, or personal gain,...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we continue our Five Levels of Kingdom Leadership series by exploring Level Four: Slave-Hearted Leadership . Building on the foundation of servant leadership, this episode dives deeper into Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 20, where He distinguishes between being a servant and becoming a “slave” — the servant of servants. What does it really mean t...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we explore the third level of leadership: Servant Leadership. This concept emphasizes that true leadership is about adding value to others rather than extracting it. Rooted in Matthew 20:26, Jesus teaches that greatness in the kingdom comes from serving humbly. He redefines the path to greatness, contrasting it with worldly values of self-pro...

In Part 7 of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast series on the Five Levels of Kingdom Leadership, the focus shifts to “Celebrity Leadership” — a leadership model built on status, titles, privilege, and public recognition rather than genuine service. Drawing from Matthew 20:25 and Matthew 23:5–12, the episode explores Jesus’ warning against leaders who do everything “to be seen by others.” This epi...

In Part 6 of the Five Levels of Kingdom Leadership series, the focus shifts to the first and lowest level of leadership: controlling leadership . Drawing from Matthew 20:25 and the story of King Rehoboam in 1 Kings 12, this episode explores how leaders who rely on fear, intimidation, micromanagement, and control may achieve short-term results but ultimately damage people and lose influence over ti...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we introduce the five levels of kingdom leadership based on Matthew 20:20–28. After exploring the four tests of leadership in previous episodes, this session marks a shift toward understanding how leadership matures through different stages. We unpack five distinct leadership levels—controlling, celebrity, servant-hearted, slave-hearted, and...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we continue our journey through the “Four Tests of Leadership” drawn from Matthew 20. This week, we explore The Test of Offense —a powerful and often overlooked challenge that reveals the true condition of our hearts. Why do we get offended? What does offense say about our priorities, our faith, and our maturity? Through Scripture and real-li...

This episode focuses on the third leadership test: self-awareness , emphasizing that effective leadership requires recognizing and addressing personal blind spots. Using Matthew 20 , it highlights how leaders can overestimate or underestimate themselves. Examples include: Peter , who believed he was courageous but later failed under pressure.  Gideon , who saw himself as weak while God saw him as...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast , we continue exploring the “Five Levels of Kingdom Leadership” by first examining a crucial prerequisite: the tests of leadership. Following last week’s focus on the test of glory, this episode dives into the test of suffering —a foundational principle Jesus teaches in Matthew 20 . When James and John sought positions of honour, Jesus respond...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, a new series begins on the “Five Levels of Kingdom Leadership,” drawn from the teachings of Jesus Christ. Before exploring these levels, the focus turns to four essential leadership tests found in Matthew 20, beginning with the “test of glory.” The message explores how the human heart naturally desires recognition and status—even when it appe...

In the final episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast series on the foundations of Jesus’ leadership, we explore one of the most essential leadership principles—leading with love. From Mark 1:29–34, we see Jesus healing Peter’s mother-in-law with personal care, and then continuing to minister to an entire town full of sick and demon-possessed people. His leadership was marked by deep compass...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we explore one of the most powerful foundations of Jesus’ leadership—prayer. Looking at Mark 1, we see Jesus ministering with authority and power, even commanding impure spirits. But behind this public authority was a private life deeply rooted in prayer. Jesus consistently withdrew to solitary places to pray, even after long and exhausting d...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we explore how Jesus led with authority, one of the key foundations of His leadership. In Mark 1:21–22, people were amazed because Jesus taught with authority—unlike the teachers of the law. True authority is not about position or control; it flows from conviction, belief, and living out the message you preach. Jesus’ authority came from bein...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we explore how Jesus built the foundation of His leadership by forming a team. Looking at Mark 1:16–20, we see that before launching into public ministry, Jesus called a small group of disciples to walk closely with Him—revealing that effective leadership is never meant to be done alone. The key principle is simple but powerful: the key to re...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, part three of the series The Foundations of Jesus’ Leadership, we explore what it means to live a focused life. From Mark 1:14–15, we see that Jesus entered His ministry with a clear and simple message: “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news.” Even though He could have spoken about many global issues, Jesus remain...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we explore the foundation of Jesus’ leadership through Mark 1, focusing on the powerful theme of integrity. Right after His baptism, Jesus is led into the wilderness where, in complete isolation, His character is tested through temptation. This moment reveals a crucial leadership truth: integrity is who you are when no one is watching. Jesus’...

In this episode of the Mustard Seed Leadership Podcast, we begin a powerful new series exploring the foundations of Jesus’ leadership. Just as a strong building depends on a solid foundation, effective leadership is shaped by what lies beneath the surface. Looking at Jesus’ baptism in Mark 1, we uncover the first foundation stone: inner security. Before Jesus performed any miracles or led publicly...