The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast

In this episode, as we begin 2026, we start our study of Ephesians 3, focusing on the wonder of God's call. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro  1:20 Leadership Trivia 2:20 Ephesians Introduction and Context 11:43 Ephesians Scripture Reading and Study 29:55 Leadership Trivia Answer DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Ex...

As we begin 2026, Richard and Daniel discuss making wise resolutions, accountability, and discipline. Happy New Year! TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Happy New Year! 3:25 Leadership Trivia 3:57 Resolution Statistics 6:35 As a leader, how can goal setting set you up for a successful year in 2026? 7:45 What's the key to making a good resolution? 12:53 What are some examples of God-appointed resolutions? 17:10 What...

Many times we look to the year ahead around New Years, but it is perhaps more important to reflect on the year that has just passed. As we welcome 2026, Richard and Daniel chat about how we can evaluate and learn from 2025.  TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 1:36 Leadership Trivia 2:23 How do you reach the end of the year and evaluate how the last year went? 4:05 What is the role of humility? 5:53 What...

In our final week of Advent, Richard and Daniel talk about the most important commandment: love.  TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 4:45 Are there any statements or quotes you've particularly hung onto as a leader? 9:07 As a leader, what does it look like practically to be defined by love?  14:08 How do you not fall into the trap of people pleasing? 18:09 How is love connected to servant leadership? 21...

Week 3 of Advent centers around joy and how we can experience joy despite our worldly circumstances.   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 2:10 Leadership Trivia 2:50 Why has God placed the topic of joy so close to your heart? 6:45 Why are the younger generations unhappier than older generations? 8:30 What is the Biblical view of joy? 12:45 What is the difference between joy and happiness? 16:10 Is it ok...

In the midst of the anxious world we live in, Richard and Daniel discuss Biblical peace found only in Christ Jesus.  TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 2:05 Leadership Trivia 3:00 In your travels, what have you seen around the world when it comes to anxiety and peace? 5:10 How do you begin to lead people in such an anxious world? 15:30 What does it look like to be a peacemaker? 22:20 Why is it importan...

 As we enter this Christmas season, Richard and Daniel chat about the importance of biblical hope and how leaders can work to foster it. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction to Advent 4:30 Leadership Trivia 5:00 Hopelessness in the World 10:05 How do you begin to lead in such a hopeless world? 12:50 How can a leader guide people to find that hope? 17:45 How do you balance waiting on God and hope while not...

Dr. Reggie McNeal enjoys helping people, leaders, and Christian organizations determine and experience epic wins with Kingdom impact. He currently serves as City Coach for GoodCities of Minneapolis MN. Check out his books and podcast at: https://reggiemcneal.org/   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:25 McNeal's Leadership Journey 6:15 Why is it important to be kingdom focused as opposed to church centric? 8...

In the fourth and final episode of the series, Richard and Daniel reflect on different mistakes they've made as leaders in their homes and ways you can avoid them. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 1:08 Leadership Trivia 2:00 What were some of your priorities when you were raising your kids? 11:10 What were some of your main challenges as a parent? 17:45 What are things that helped you have success as...

On the third episode in this series, Richard and Daniel reflect on the marriage practices that have strengthened their relationships with their wives.  TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 1:03 Leadership Trivia 2:45 How can you lead in your marriage? 6:15 What does it mean to be a Spiritual Leader within the home? 10:45 What are some of the challenges and opportunities that come from relating to someone...

Continuing the "Leading in the Home" series, Richard and Daniel discuss the importance of family culture and how one can develop theirs.  0:00 Introduction  1:00 Leadership Trivia 2:45 What does it mean to develop a family culture? 7:45 How do you build a healthy culture for your home? 17:45 What room is there for the individual within the family culture? 25:00 How do you navigate developing your...

In this episode, Richard talks with his son, Daniel Blackaby, head of The Collision, about Godly parenting. Check out more of Daniel's content here: thecollision.org TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 2:01 Understanding Daniel Blackaby 3:59 The Importance of Leadership in the Household 7:34 How Do You Lead Your Child To Flourish? 11:!2 Nurture vs. Nature in Parenting 13:45 How Do You Relate to a Child D...

In this episode, Richard talks with author Bob Tiede about the leadership philosophy, "leading with questions." Bob has worked for the campus ministry Cru for 54 years, and he now recruits leaders to coach Cru leaders. The third edition of his book "Leading with Questions," written with Michael J. Marquardt, is available on his website at: https://leadingwithquestions.com/books/   DONATE: If you h...

In this episode we conclude our study of Nehemiah's leadership and Sam says farewell to hosting the Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here:  https://bit.ly/382Exi3 RESOURCES: Mark you calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God - Part 2 at the Cove in Ashevi...

We continue our study of Nehemiah in chapter 4. We see how once again Nehemiah is both trusting God and doing the work. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click  here. RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God in Everyday Life at the Cove in Asheville, NC. Registration now here....

Every leader will have critics. In this episode we see how Nehemiah dealt with his critics as we continue our look at the life and leadership of Nehemiah. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click  here. RESOURCES: Mark your calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville,...

In this episode Richard talks with entrepreneur and leadership expert, Kevin Johnson. Kevin is the founder of Express Pros Training and a certified distributor of multiple leadership and organizational assessment tools, including the OAD Behavioral Assessment and Korn Ferry's Emotional and Social Competency Inventory. With expertise in leadership, consulting, and training, he has collaborated with...

We continue our series on Nehemiah and look at his observations and strategies as a leader in Chapter 3. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Mark you calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership...

In this episode we welcome Lisa Nichols back to the podcast. If you'd like to hear our first conversation with her check out episode 129.  Lisa Nichols is the CEO and co-founder of Technology Partners , a purpose-driven technology firm she and her husband, Greg, launched in 1994. Guided by transparency, integrity, and a heart for service, they've grown the company into one of the Midwest's most re...

In this episode we look back on how Blackaby Ministries started and God's faithfulness over the past 20 years. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click  here. RESOURCES: Mark you calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God – Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministr...

As we celebrate 20 years of ministry we are taking the month of August to hear sermons from Henry Blackaby, our founder. In this week's episode we share Henry's sermon entitled, The Highway of Holiness. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click  here. RESOURCES: Mark you calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Expe...

As we celebrate 20 years of ministry we are taking the month of August to hear sermons from Henry Blackaby, our founder. In this week's episode we share Henry's sermon entitled, Reaching the 9 to 5 Window: The Church at Work. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click  here. RESOURCES: Mark you calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard...

As we celebrate 20 years of ministry we are taking the month of August to hear sermons from Henry Blackaby, our founder. In this week's episode we share Henry's sermon entitled, God's Presence in the Workplace. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here. RESOURCES: Mark you calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenti...

As we celebrate 20 years of ministry we are taking the month of August to hear sermons from Henry Blackaby, our founder. In this week's episode we share Henry's sermon entitled, The Power of God. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click  here. RESOURCES: Mark you calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencin...

In this episode we conclude chapter 2 of Nehemiah and observe his leadership tactics in navigating tricky waters. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Mark you calendars for May 18-20, 2026 when Richard will be presenting Experiencing God - Part 2 at the Cove in Asheville, NC. More info to come. Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Le...