On this episode of The Idea Talks we discuss the 10 Keys to Delivering a Great Speech! Today’s podcast is not specifically addressing Biblical preaching. Preaching is clearly inherently so much more than a simple speech. However, there are many elements that the preacher can learn from the professional speaker. Today we will see that a speaker must: Analyzing the audience Have a Passion for … Continue reading Keys to Delivering a Great Speech
Leadership is more than influence! I was 15 years old when someone handed me my first leadership book. Boldly embossed on the deep black cover were these words written in gold: The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. So many of the lessons John Maxwell taught in that book have guided me on life’s journey. From the dish room at a Christian camp to the pulpit … Continue reading Leadership is not Influence
These are the notes for our most recent podcast episode! Sit back – relax – and enjoy the show. We are limited by our unbelief more than any other factor. (Time, money, talent, education, etc.) Belief Shapes Reality Some people will never move forward because they just don’t believe it is possible. Success & Failure all begin with a single thought and then are … Continue reading Believe & Achieve the Impossible
When we are foolish, we want to conquer the world. When we are wise, we want to conquer ourselves. So many men and women desire to be leaders. We strive to be the one other look to for encouragement, direction, and help. Yet, isn’t it highly unlikely that God will allow you to lead others if he sees that you are not leading yourself. In this … Continue reading Leading Yourself First
In this episode of The Idea Talks Podcast we discuss the idea of traveling to Israel! Whether you are a pastor leading a congregation or simply a student of the Word, this is an adventure that will literally change your life and breath fresh life into your personal Bible study! Drew and I recently escaped with our wives to spend 10 days in Israel with … Continue reading We Love Israel
Traditional ideas of morality are quickly dismissed as antiquated and quaint in our uber-progressive and highly-evolved culture. We understand that, as a society, we have matured beyond such closedminded theories on right and wrong. Monogamy is on the way out, and good riddance! Continue reading Monogamy – Who Needs It?
In this episode of The Idea Talks Podcast we discuss the “8 Myths about Setting Boundaries” found in Henry Cloud’s wonderful book Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life. Enjoy this episode as we discover that boundaries are necessary and helpful to the life of any productive leader! 8 Myths about Setting Boundaries I’m Selfish if I set Boundaries … Continue reading The Power of Autonomy
One day Jesus was busy ministering unto the multitudes when a demon-possessed man was brought to him. The man was bound by the demon so tightly that he could neither see nor speak. But the moment he met Jesus Christ he was healed of his infirmities and freed from the demon’s control. The crowd was amazed and began to connect Jesus to the Messiah figure … Continue reading Why Does Unity Matter?
