The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast

In this episode we continue our study of Nehemiah's Leadership and what it looks like for a leader to be prepared for the next opportunity. 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 Min...

In part 3 of our study of Nehemiah we begin chapter 2 and see how Nehemiah tactfully approaches his superiors. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop  here. Use code, 'PODCAST' for free access to the Intro to Spiritual Leadership Coaching Online Class. CONNECT: Follow Ric...

In part 2 of our study of Nehemiah we see the pattern of Nehemiah's response when he feels moved by God. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop  here. Use code, 'PODCAST' for free access to the Intro to Spiritual Leadership Coaching Online Class. CONNECT: Follow Richard o...

Richard begins a new series on the life and leadership of Nehemiah. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop  here. Use code, 'PODCAST' for free access to the Intro to Spiritual Leadership Coaching Online Class. CONNECT: Follow Richard on  X . Follow Richard on  Facebook ....

Kyle Farran has served in global ministry since 2007, with cross-cultural leadership experience in South Africa, Tanzania, and now Portugal. He and his wife, Heather, have three daughters—one married, one in university, and one still at home. Kyle currently serves as the Western Europe Regional Director for ABWE, where he leads and equips teams across multiple countries. He is also the author of ...

In this episode Richard answers a listener's question about what to do when you think you know where God is leading you but all you seem to get is closed doors. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop  here. Use code, 'PODCAST' for free access to the Intro to Spiritual Lea...

As fathers, we will lead our children down a path. In this episode Richard explores what that path could look like based on Proverbs 4. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop  here. Use code, 'PODCAST' for free access to the Intro to Spiritual Leadership Coaching Online C...

Richard concludes this multi part series of leading in the end times with a look at Matthew 24 and what Jesus said about the end times. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop  here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on  X . Follow Richard on  Facebook . Read Richard's latest blog ...

Richard continues this multi part series of leading in the end times with a look at Matthew 24 and what Jesus said about the end times. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop  here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on  X . Follow Richard on  Facebook . Read Richard's latest blog ...

Richard continues this multi part series of leading in the end times with a look at Matthew 24 and what Jesus said about the end times. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop  here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on  X . Follow Richard on  Facebook . Read Richard's latest blog ...

Richard begins this multi part series of leading in the end times with a look at Matthew 24 and what Jesus said about the end times. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Leadership Coaching Workshop  here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on  X . Follow Richard on  Facebook . Read Richard's latest blog  here.

On this week's episode Richard has a great conversation with Dwain Carter. Dwain grew up in Salisbury in North Central Missouri where he attended school, Moberly Area Community College, Hannibal La Grange University in Hannibal and Mid Western Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City Missouri. He led 3 different churches across Missouri for 21 years before working with Missouri Baptist State Co...

Great leader's don't rely on shortcuts. They are willing to take the longview and put in the work to see their goals accomplished. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Leadership Coaching Workshop here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on  X . Follow Richard on  Facebook . Read Richard's latest blog  here.

A crisis reveals what a leader is made of. In this episode Richard shares insights for leaders in crisis. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Blackaby Ministries' next Leadership Coaching Workshop here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on  X . Follow Richard on  Facebook . Read Richard's latest blog  here.

Sometimes the best thing a leader can do is be a safe place for the people they lead or friends and acquaintances. In this episode Richard share some practical advice on being a safe place for others and the value that has. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Richard on this quarterly Workforce Ministries Zoom call on April 16th at...

We often celebrate the destination and reaching your goals, but we usually overlook the journey to get there. In this episode, Richard shares some insights on being aware of what God may want to do during the journey, not just at the destination. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Richard on this quarterly Workforce Ministries Zoom...

Knowing when to leave your assignment or stay can be tricky. In this episode Richard shares some practical advice on how to recognize the signs that it may be time to go. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Richard on this quarterly Workforce Ministries Zoom call on April 16th at 7:30am EST. https://zoom.us/j/98601091093 CONNECT: Fo...

In this episode Richard about the life and impact of Scottish Evangelist Duncan Campbell. He is most widely known for his role in the Hebrides Revivals. The biography Richard mentioned on the podcast is called Channel of Revival by Andrew A. Woolsey . DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join Richard on this quarterly Workforce Ministries...

In this episode Richard shares how one of the great joys of leadership is the opportunity to make friends in each new assignment and be the sort of leader that has a long list of people you've blessed over the years.  DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join with others March 31-April 2 in this engaging 3 day workshop on how to ask bette...

In this episode Richard talks with Rich Schaus. He is the executive director of Gospel Rescue Mission in Muskogee, OK. Rich was born and raised just east of St. Louis Missouri and holds a BA in Missions and Bible from Central Bible College, a BA in Rescue Missions from City Vision College and a Master of Leadership degree from Northeastern State University. Rich is married to Cara Schaus and they...

In this episode Richard shares ways that we can all be less argumentative and keep our focus on the things that really matter. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join with others March 31-April 2 in this engaging 3 day workshop on how to ask better questions to move people onto God's agenda. Register here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on  Tw...

In this episode Richard talks with Jordan Alexandra Wells. In 2008 she was in a car accident after which she was flown to a local hospital only for the helicopter to crash land and she was the only survivor. She has written a book about the whole experience and how God has worked in her life since. The book is called Fully Alive: A Story About More Than Survival . You can connect with Jordan on Fa...

In this episode Richard continues his series on the 10 commandments as he looks at the commandment to honor your father and mother and what that means and doesn't mean. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join with others March 31-April 2 in this engaging 3 day workshop on how to ask better questions to move people onto God's agenda. Reg...

In this episode Richards walks us through the first 3 commandments in Exodus 20 and their impact for leaders. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Join with others March 31-April 2 in this engaging 3 day workshop on how to ask better questions to move people onto God's agenda. Register here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on  Twitter . Follow Ri...

It's not always easy, especially for driven, task oriented leaders but God designed us to work 6 days and sabbath on the 7th. In this episode Richard shares what it means to take a sabbath and how important it is for leaders. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click  here. RESOURCES: Registration is now open for Richard's  seminar at the Cove  March 24-26, 202...