Spirit Anointed Leadership

What goes through your mind in dark wilderness seasons? In this episode, Jeff Manion, Lead Pastor of Ada Bible Church, shares a bit of his personal story and the moments in life that inspired him to write his book, The Land Between. We hope this episode encourages you that even amidst tragedy and the unexpected God’s grace is there also.  Show Notes / Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qJ...

What is a fresh expression? Who can lead one and how is it different from a traditional congregation? In this episode, John and Danielle Freed, Directors of Church Multiplication in the Wesleyan Church, do a deep dive into what a fresh expression is and how these can be effective pathways for reaching people for Jesus.  Show Notes & Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yUbGOq5a4VUb0OX73vRiZ...

Racism, in one form or another, has been around since nearly the beginning of time dividing, damaging, and diminishing the lives of many. But this is not the Kingdom God has built nor the Kingdom He desires to see on the Earth. In this episode, Chase Rashad Stancle, a black, Midwest pastor, opens up about his experiences when it comes to race and culture and shares what a Kingdom united under Chri...

Milt Van Natta wasn’t a churchgoer until he was in his thirties, and yet God had a plan for his life! He is now the pastor of a small church in Wisconsin Rapids, WI and has served there for the past 18 years. In this episode, Milt shares some unique things God has been doing in his church and helps to prove that God does not discriminate the work He wants to do by the size of a church.  Show Notes...

Chris says that “Spiritual direction has profoundly changed my life. To have the opportunity to allow God to speak into my life through a spiritual director has been monumental for me. I am not sure I would be in ministry, and I can guarantee that my soul wouldn’t be as healthy as it is today without spiritual direction in my life.” In this episode, Chris talks about what spiritual direction is wi...

For so long, we have been afraid of what could happen when we allow Holy Spirit to have His way in our church services and ministry moments. But imagine what could happen if we made room for Holy Spirit to move and learned how to steward those moments instead of running from them? In this episode, Chris talks about what stewarding those moments can look like and gives examples of Spirit Anointed l...

029: Woman In Ministry Part Two - With Danielle Freed The doctrine of the Wesleyan Church proudly affirms women in ministry positions. Yet, how come it’s still so rare to see women raised up to their fullest potential, leading confidently, and filling our pulpits? In this episode, Chris & Danielle Freed have a very candid conversation about what it looks like to be a woman in ministry in today’s a...

The doctrine of the Wesleyan Church proudly affirms women in ministry positions. Yet, how come it’s still so rare to see women raised up to their fullest potential, leading confidently, and filling our pulpits? In this episode, Chris & Danielle Freed have a very candid conversation about what it looks like to be a woman in ministry in today’s age and how we as a region can move forward in a positi...

Geoff is the CEO of Never The Same. He has been serving and leading students for 30 years and is passionate about seeing the next generation be transformed into the likeness of Jesus. In this episode, Chris & Geoff discuss the difficulties in bridging generational gaps and provide insight on how to experience the incredible fruit that lies on the other side.  Show Notes & Resources: https://drive....

What is the difference between discerning and deciding? In this episode, Chris explains the difference and importance of what it means to discern vs decide and how pivotal it can be in strengthening and broadening your personal life and the leadership of your church.  Show Notes & Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RALEX5yUQuFwUfjIV1epao0jvOmwDYeL/view?usp=sharing

Is the Lord calling you into something new?  Transitions are rarely ever easy and can often make or break an organization. In this episode, we get to hear from a team of people who have learned to navigate the season of transition well. Wes Coffey, the current lead pastor at Gracepointe Church, and Jack Lynn, the GLR’s Transitions Director, are joining us today.  Show Notes & Resources: https://dr...

Leadership doesn’t have to be lonely! In this episode, lead pastors Brian Blum and Kyle Brown talk about the importance of being involved in an affinity group. They dive into what they feel has made their group a success and explain what makes it worth it to them even amidst their busy schedules. We hope this episode inspires you to stop doing the journey alone and maybe even start an affinity gro...

There’s this temptation for pastors to believe that they should be an expert on all things financial even if they have little or no background in financial training. All too often this leaves pastors feeling isolated and alone. Today’s episode aims to provide practical wisdom/advice for pastors to apply to their financial reality. This includes conversations around retirement, health insurance, an...

There’s this temptation for pastors to believe that they should be an expert on all things financial even if they have little or no background in financial training. All too often this leaves pastors feeling isolated and alone. Today’s episode aims to provide practical wisdom for pastors to apply to their financial reality. Part one includes conversations around fair pastor compensation, financial...

What would it look like to have a holy expectation for what God wants to do in your life this year? Imagine if you saw God move in a new and fresh way beyond what you could ask for, imagine, plan, or prepare for. As you listen to this message our prayer for you is to believe God for the immeasurable and impossible in your life as you dream with Him as your guide, stepping into new and fresh territ...

There is a time and season for everything Ecclesiastes tells us! And in ministry, there will always be expected seasons of increased busyness, output, and high expectations. In this episode, Jeff Manion, who is the lead pastor of Ada Bible Church, shares how he has navigated the ever-changing seasons and emotions of ministry year after year while pastoring the same church for nearly 40 years.  Sho...

How are you doing this Christmas?  The Christmas season for pastors and ministry leaders can be especially hard. Amidst the joy and peace the birth of Jesus brings, we recognize you might also be feeling tired, stressed, and alone. We hope you will set aside 20 minutes before Christmas Day, to soak in this encouragement and be reminded that you are called, loved, and supported on your ministry jou...

Why do you do what you do? Over the last few years, God has been orchestrating a team of GLR staff members to serve and support you in your mission of seeking and saving the lost. In this episode, you’ll get a peek into the lives of GLR team members as they share what fuels their passion to serve, support, and pray for the region. We hope that by hearing their stories you will feel encouraged to p...

Growing up, Brennan Joseph never saw himself as a spiritual leader. He was led by a life of sin until he had an intimate encounter with the Lord on his dorm room floor that changed everything. At 19 years old, God not only breathed new life into Brennan but began to birth a ministry and passion for the lost within him. Brennan’s personal story and the story of Every Heart Ministry will fill you wi...

When was the last time you gave an alter call? Were the results what you hoped? In this episode, Brian and Chris discuss the realities of giving an altar call in today’s world. They also discuss practical examples and creative altar call ideas that have been successful in the past and how to react when an altar call doesn't go as planned. Show Notes & Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hB...

Gratitude is such an important discipline to practice. It’s quite often the thing that pivots our gaze from the chaos and burdens of this world to the goodness and grace of God. In this episode, Chris and Matt Kenny, a Christian Counselor and pastor, talk about the value of fostering a grateful heart and how to identify barriers that might be standing in your way of walking in daily gratitude.  Sh...

There are seasons of ministry that prove to be significantly busier than others. With big events like Easter and Christmas looming around the corner, leaders can often succumb to the busyness of high-pressure seasons and neglect to care for their souls. In this episode, Dan Crowley, a seasoned spiritual direction coach, explains how to avoid burnout by getting serious about sabbath, learning to id...

Do you know a high-capacity leader? What is your perception of them? Do they cause you to feel intimidated and insecure or do you make room to develop and celebrate them? Whether these leaders work below you or beside you these leaders are placed on your path for a reason. In this episode, Chris explains why we should lean into the giftings of high-capacity leaders and learn how to equip, empower,...

How to plan for a successful Sabbatical! Jay has been doing full-time pastoral ministry for over 30 years. He’s been a youth pastor, an assistant pastor, and a church planter. Jay understands the challenges and joys of ministry and desires to help pastors operate from a healthy soul. In this episode, Jay breaks down the step-by-step process of preparing for a successful sabbatical as well as shari...

Why are sabbaticals so important? Jay has been doing full-time pastoral ministry for over 30 years. He’s been a youth pastor, an assistant pastor, and a church planter. Jay understands the challenges and joys of ministry and desires to help pastors operate from a healthy soul. In this episode, Jay talks about the difficulties behind planning for sabbaticals and gives practical insight into why the...