The Shepherd-hearted Leader Podcast

Every leader needs to develop their own personal prayer rhythm. Jesus prayed a lot, and he modeled an effective prayer life. Shepherd-hearted leaders take responsibility to pray for others and seek God’s will in decision making. In this episode, Pastors Nate and Jodi share their personal prayer rhythms while unpacking the biblical example of Nehemiah. Prayer is the work of the spiritual leader and...

The heart of a shepherd is to both care and protect. How do we know the difference between the sheep and the wolves? What can we do as leaders to make sure we remain qualified to lead? In this episode of the Shepherd-hearted Leader Podcast, Pastors Nate and Jodi Ruch share personal stories and insights about the role of a leader in shepherding families and those under their care. Ultimately, integ...

Today’s conversation unpacks practical ways to safeguard one's heart from ego and the allure of adrenaline. Pastors Nate and Jodi reflect on their personal experiences, including challenges faced in leadership roles and the importance of mentorship. They discuss the biblical example of Isaac reaching into the future by blessing his sons Jacob and Esau, highlighting the faith and vision required fo...

In this episode, Pastors Nate and Jodi discuss the importance of listening to God's voice and following His guidance in different seasons of life. They highlight the significance of being faithful to God's calling, even when it leads to unexpected or challenging situations. Pastor Nate shares his experiences of feeling called to certain opportunities and then reconsidering based on God's leading....

Pastors Nate and Jodi Ruch invite you into the conversation of what it means to be a "shepherd-hearted” leader and the challenges faced by pastors and leaders in maintaining this perspective. The discussion ranges from the biblical examples of shepherding to the dangers of narcissism. Ultimately, the call is to prioritize faithfulness in pursuit of humble success in the Kingdom of God. If we follo...