The Christian Leader Made Simple Show

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/8Dy-E7dyeWE?si=S5szRZCfjROrEIi7  Description: In this powerful reflection, Dr. Clay Jackson shares the personal and professional journey that inspired his book on church leadership. Drawing from his experiences as a physician, pastor, and scholar, he explores how shifts in cultural attitudes toward authority and integrity sparked his conviction that the c...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/F_-pdEzsicI?si=QtkY5ze2rfpeU6dD  Description: In this heartfelt conversation, Juan Lopez shares the deep lessons he's learned in leadership, discipleship, and identity. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing that only God can save, while we’re called to love, serve, and point others to Him. Juan reflects on the freedom found in embracing his uni...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/I8lWZ11RO8s?si=uKYCO5zIt3PQtdO8  Description: Dr. Brent Coltharp shares the key habits behind sustained excellence in leadership—personal growth, humility, reflection, and a relentless commitment to improvement. Emphasizing the importance of enjoying the journey, not just the results, he encourages leaders to view the daily grind as part of the "good...

Learn more about Christian Leader™ Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching   Worship pastor and guitarist Andy Ferguson has spent over 25 years leading others into the presence of God—but behind the songs is a story of perseverance through deep valleys. In this episode, Andy opens up about his sudden health crisis, the peace of God that met him in a hospital room, and wh...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/LFZ8go_axgc?si=wMUVDx_cdEjWF_8y  Description: In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, Scott Graham emphasizes the importance of personal Bible study for spiritual growth, rather than solely for sermon preparation. He discusses the value of deepening one’s spiritual well through study, the benefits of using tools like Logos Bible software, and his c...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/F_-pdEzsicI?si=QtkY5ze2rfpeU6dD  Description: In this moving account, Juan Lopez recalls hitting rock bottom at 18, facing a 20-year prison sentence, and crying out to God for the first time. He reflects on the powerful influence of his mother, whose unwavering faith, prayer, and love planted seeds in his heart. Despite growing up in chaos and addiction,...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/8Dy-E7dyeWE?si=S5szRZCfjROrEIi7  Description: In this candid and deeply personal conversation, Dr. Clay Jackson emphasizes the primacy of character over gifting in spiritual leadership. He shares insights on humility, accountability, and integrity, urging leaders to submit to sanctification and surround themselves with trusted voices. Drawing from both pa...

Learn more about Christian Leader™ Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching   In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gary Chapman — the best-selling author of The 5 Love Languages® — to explore the timeless truths behind building lasting, loving relationships . I'm excited to find out the fascinating story of how he discovered the concept of love languages, the global...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/I8lWZ11RO8s?si=uKYCO5zIt3PQtdO8  Description: Dr. Brent Coltharp shares his honest journey of learning to rest, play, and prioritize family while leading in multiple demanding roles. He emphasizes the importance of intentionality—blocking vacation time, setting weekly family rhythms, and adjusting expectations with changing seasons of life. From gym time...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/F_-pdEzsicI?si=QtkY5ze2rfpeU6dD  Description: In this powerful testimony, Juan Lopez shares how the unwavering love and mentorship of Jim Sliva helped lead him from a life of addiction, crime, and prison to transformation through Christ. Despite taking advantage of Jim’s kindness, Juan was moved by his consistent love and support. He recounts how prison b...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/8Dy-E7dyeWE?si=S5szRZCfjROrEIi7  Description: In this heartfelt and insightful discussion, Dr. Clay Jackson reflects on the dynamic between Spirit-led living and institutionalized church structures. He emphasizes the balance of word and work in Christian ministry, the importance of walking with people through life, and the challenge of restoring apostolic...

Learn more about Christian Leader™ Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching   In this episode, Ryan sits down with Kristen Ellis, pastor, teacher, and FBI chaplain. Kristen shares her remarkable journey into chaplaincy, including her firsthand experience supporting federal agents during the tragic 8/11 event. She unpacks the life-changing principle of the "ministry o...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/sh-FDr-WuAc?si=-b0vB8b2a0yVS2Fi  Description: Jerron Carney discusses the crisis of absent fathers in families and the church, emphasizing how shame and past mistakes often silence men from leading. He highlights the need for a culture of grace and truth, where mentorship and support help men reclaim their roles. The conversation explores masculinity, arg...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/V2rybQvcrz4?si=rXUuYLzR8-A-kWKh  Description:  The Critical Role of Sleep in Leadership Health Daniel Butler shares groundbreaking insights on the importance of sleep, emphasizing that proper rest is even more vital than exercise for overall well-being. Drawing from research by NASA and renowned psychologist Dr. Archibald Hart, he explains how sleep direc...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/PlhXxJKQL9Y?si=6pAUp26tnt5Bfjwx  Description: Tim Gaddy discusses the dangers of insecurity and the need for affirmation in leadership. He warns against relying too much on external validation, which can lead to unhealthy decision-making. Instead, he encourages leaders to find security in their relationship with God and seek feedback from trusted mentors...

Learn more about Christian Leader™ Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching   In this powerful episode, Ryan sits down with Dr. Carl Wilson to unpack his popular lesson, Fighting Fair in Love and Relationships. Whether you're navigating marriage, ministry, or leadership, these 10 steps to handling conflict can transform the way you communicate. From taking it private...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/I8lWZ11RO8s?si=uKYCO5zIt3PQtdO8   Description: Dr. Brent Coltharp champions a leadership style rooted in service, understanding, and intentional growth. Whether guiding his wife, children, or team members, he seeks to recognize their unique wiring, personalities, and callings. By embracing open communication, “carefrontation,” and tools like DISC or Ennea...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/P3VEFCX4YWo?si=dCwvovL04072IWf2  Description: Charles Robinette emphasizes the necessity of submission to spiritual authority in discerning God's will. He shares how seeking counsel from a trusted man of God provides clarity, accountability, and protection from blind spots. Robinette highlights the importance of honoring spiritual leadership, even wh...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/sh-FDr-WuAc?si=-b0vB8b2a0yVS2Fi  Description: Jerron Carney is a passionate pastor and leader dedicated to strengthening men, families, and the church through accountability and spiritual growth. He advocates for radical accountability, emphasizing honesty, daily check-ins, and deep relationships to help men overcome struggles like pornography and anger....

Learn more about Christian Leader™ Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching   In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast , Ryan Franklin sits down with Scott Graham, General Secretary of the United Pentecostal Church International, to explore the high calling of preaching and the power of studying God’s Word. Scott shares defining moments from his early m...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/V2rybQvcrz4?si=rXUuYLzR8-A-kWKh  Description:  Faith, Mental Illness, and the Power of Endurance Daniel Butler shares the deeply moving story of his wife’s battle with severe mental illness and rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting the intersection of faith, medical intervention, and resilience. Despite being undiagnosable after extensive psychiatric evaluat...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/PlhXxJKQL9Y?si=6pAUp26tnt5Bfjwx  Description: Tim Gaddy highlights the importance of recognizing personal strengths and aligning them with one’s calling. He encourages leaders to lean into their strengths while also embracing challenges that foster growth. Using his own experiences, he explains how surrounding yourself with capable people can enhance lead...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/P3VEFCX4YWo?si=dCwvovL04072IWf2  Description: Charles Robinette emphasizes the importance of walking in the Spirit and intentionally prioritizing prayer and spiritual relationships. He warns that surrounding oneself with unstable or faithless individuals can disrupt one's spiritual clarity. Drawing from biblical teachings and neuroscience, he highlig...

Learn more about Christian Leader™ Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching   In this episode, we sit down with Juan Lopez to explore his incredible journey from incarceration to becoming an inspirational church leader. You'll hear about Juan's early life struggles and the pivotal moment that led him to embrace faith. This is important because it shows how trans...

Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/P3VEFCX4YWo?si=dCwvovL04072IWf2  Description: Charles Robinette discusses cultivating a prophetic prayer life with intentionality, faith, and identity in Christ. He emphasizes declaring God’s promises with certainty rather than pleading, aligning prayer with biblical truths. Robinette explains the importance of seeding one’s spirit with God’s word, compar...