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Decisions, a podcast brought to you by the Dunham Podcast Network and hosted by Trent Dunham, seeks to engage change agents around the world who are leading organizations through vital seasons or are facing inflection points where key decisions are likely to change the direction and future of their leadership and the organization. DECISIONS matter and we can learn a lot from how other leaders have leaned into decisive moments in their lives!
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Sneaker Culture Is exploding! Sneakerheads own anywhere from 25-75 pairs and buy one to four pairs a month. Sneakers used to just be for sports but now they have become one of the biggest fashion items in the world. Gotta Be Da Shoes takes you on a journey into the world of sneakers and explores the tension of how much is too much. Is it art or addiction..fashion or narcissism? Gotta Be Da Shoes by Pastor Tommy Kyllonen celebrates sneakers and fashion, and Tommy joins the Decisions podcast to creatively challenge listeners to think critically about purpose, identity, materialism, and eternity. Tommy "Urban D." Kyllonen has been in ministry for over 20 years at Crossover Church in Tampa, Florida and you learn more about his work by visiting https://www.crossoverchurch.org/.
For this entire week the world will turn its attention to the most important Christian holiday – Easter. On this episode from the Dunham Podcast Network, you will hear from Pastor Adam Mesa, who serves as the Lead Pastor of Abundant Living Family Church, a thriving multi-site congregation in California. This conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the deeper meanings of Easter for the world, how Pastor Mesa approaches Easter service differently than a normal service, and a reflection on what makes Jesus unique. We hope you will find this conversation encouraging as we move into Holy Week.
Each of us face difficult challenges in life, and those challenges can often become debilitating. Listen in as Jonathan Pitts interviews national radio journalist and news anchor from Cameroon, Hilda Bih Muluh, as she shares her story of resilience and strength in the midst of her own personal challenges. Hilda unpacks her journey of living beyond her disabilities and life with muscular dystrophy through faith. You’ll be encouraged as she shares how to find God's strength in weakness in order to reveal His glory and walk in the good works He has planned for you.
Organizations go through different phases of growth, but not every phase requires the same type of leadership to experience success. In this episode, popular podcast host and thought leader Carey Nieuwhof and Trent Dunham discuss three different kinds of leadership that are necessary for three very distinct phases of organizational growth. Listen today to discover if your leadership lines up with the phase of growth your organization is in.
In an age when new ideas, trends, and innovations can alter the world overnight, a strong foundation of faith can be the guiding light. In an insightful conversation, Terry Brisbane, the lead pastor of Cornerstone in San Francisco, joins the Decisions Podcast to offer a unique antidote to the most urgent spiritual and cultural ailments of our time. Brisbane is the author of The Faith Code. His newest release is the product of nearly a decade of collaboration between a prominent pastor who resides in the heart of San Francisco Bay's technology hub and a renowned Silicon Valley investor, leader, and philanthropist. What results is a transformative journey with three different pathways interwoven together: being faith-driven, pursing personal improvement, and doing good, meaningful work.
Did you know that God commands His people to remember over 500 times? To understand the Bible is to see "remembering” as a central theme in the unfolding of all of scripture. A command that continually points God 's people back again and again to His unfailing promises. Jarrett Stephens, the Senior Pastor of Champion Forest Baptist Church in Houston since January of 2021, joins the podcast to share his insights about remembering and how this simple command opens the follower of Jesus to a powerful tool for the Christian life.
How is it that some leaders win brilliantly and repeatedly, while others struggle to reach their full potential? Over a decade, Robert Jordan set out to answer this question, interviewing thousands of leaders, learning first-hand what separated the rockstars from the rest. Based on research with thousands of leaders and companies, he wrote Right Leader Right Time: Discover Your Leadership Style for a Winning Career and Company. In this episode of the ‘Decisions’ podcast, Jordan, who serves as the CEO of InterimExecs, explains why having the right leadership style is key to hiring and retaining top talent. And oftentimes the leadership a company needs is not the leadership it has…yet. He insists that placing the right leader, in the right role, at the right time is the key to greater career success while providing a blueprint for collaborative, intentional teams.
Many of us are exhausted from dreaming big and chasing the extraordinary lives we long for. But when we try embracing the everyday and find meaning in the mundane, we fear we're settling for a boring life. Are we missing something?Kelly Needham is the author of Purposefooled: Why Chasing Yor Dreams, Finding Your Calling, and Reaching for Greatness Will Never Be Enough. On this episode of the Decisions Podcast, she shares her experiences with both the extraordinary and the humdrum – and wrestling with feelings of disappointment along the way. She helps listeners discover for themselves the truth that changes everything: we weren't made to do something, but to know Someone.
We have all experienced disappointment in relationships. Sometimes we wonder if it's even possible to have enduring, positive relationships in our homes, our work, and our communities.In his newest book, The Connection Code, O.S. Hawkins digs deep into the biblical book of Philemon to give us a blueprint for building life-giving relationships in every sphere of our lives. On this episode of the Decisions Podcast, he discusses a tiny book written by apostle Paul wrote to a wealthy businessman named Philemon. Containing only 22 sentences, the book of Philemon unlocks the code to forging interpersonal connections that stand the test of time.O. S. Hawkins is a native of Fort Worth and is the former pastor of the historic First Baptist Church in Dallas and also serves now as President Emeritus of GuideStone Financial Resources, the world’s largest Christian-screened mutual fund.
Navigating the complex healthcare landscape, United Health Share Ministries leaders, Chris Jin and Andy Downer, delve into a conversation the goes beyond the conventional. Uncover the principles of disruptive realism and its transformative impact on their organization. This is a timely and helpful conversation for all ministry leaders as you consider how to bring meaningful change to your respective organization.
How should Christ-followers respond to suffering? What if our calling is to suffer? How do we respond when our loved ones suffer? A.W. Tozer once said, "It is doubtful whether God can bless a man greatly until he has hurt him deeply." In his newest book, Counted Worthy, pastor and author Dr. Connor Bales tackles these tough questions about suffering. But it's his own experience as a father and fellow sufferer that has equipped him to pen this book. In the episode of the Decisions Podcast, Bales shares the unique calling he and his wife, Mary, have been counted worthy of stewarding in raising two children with a rare genetic disorder. But, as he explains, standing tall above the brokenness, disappointment, and hurt, this discussion illuminates a practical theology promising hope, supernatural comfort, and a closeness to God that he has experienced first-hand.
How do you move forward after deep loss? How do you avoid growing angry with God? Mike Nappa served in ministry for years and co-authored a number of books with his wife, Amy, before losing her to cancer in 2016. In response to this loss, Mike wrote his newest book, Reflections for the Grieving Soul. In this important conversation you will not learn to “get over grief," to “shorten the stages of grief,” or anything of the sort. Instead, you will learn the healthy practice of grieving well as Nappa aims to create a safe spaces for people to walk through sorrow towards lasting healing.
Life and relationships can be complicated and frustrating. But when we see ourselves, others, and the world through the eyes of Jesus, everything changes. Instead of pain we can see purpose. Instead of opposition, opportunity. Instead of fear, freedom. In Alan Wrights new book, Seeing as Jesus Sees, he suggests that Spirit-filled sight isn't reserved for the spiritually elite.It's available to all of us through a simple, intimate prayer: "Jesus, how do you see this?" If you long to live with greater joy, victory, and wonder, let pastor Alan Wright lead you through the Scriptures to the Savior's side to see everything from his perspective. You're going to love the view!
God has a perfect vision for you and your family, even in the midst of brokenness. John Smithbaker is the founding servant of Fathers in the Field which exists to disciple boys who have been abandoned by their fathers. The organization provides one-on-one mentorship in life skills through outdoor activities, and shares a Christian understanding of our Heavenly Father’s love.In John's second book, Man Enough to Forgive, is written to specifically address the #1 societal issue of our time – the FATHERLESSNESS caused by divorce or the abandonment, absenteeism, neglect, indifference, or abuse of a boy’s God-ordained Pastor, Provider, and Protector – his father. It is a powerful book and conversation on this week's Decisions Podcast!
Branding is about more than selling a product. In the U.S., the Christian brand is losing relevance and influence. A key reason is that Christians, who represent the brand to the world, fail to display the promises of Christianity to others. Often times, we do not consistently act in a way that reinforces God’s unconditional love. In Jones' new book (written with Mike Hogan), Rebranding Christianity, he argues Christianity must reclaim its brand because it is the only brand that can change the world for good! Jeff Jones is the Lead Pastor of Chase Oaks Church in the north Dallas area, one church in multiple locations.
Darling is the director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and is the bestselling author of several books, including The Original Jesus, The Dignity Revolution, and his newest book, Agents of Grace. In this newest work, Darling explores practical ways we can follow the Bible's command to "strive actively for peace" even in a painfully divided church, country, and world.In a very personal conversation with Trent Dunham, he helps us climb out of cynicism about how the people of God treat each other, especially when we are trying to heal from such pain in our own lives.
Black is a renowned author and expert in the field of pornography recovery. As the Director of Recovery Education at Covenant Eyes, he brings a wealth of experience to his work, having joined the organization in 2007 after a distinguished 18-year career as an award-winning journalist. He is the author of two groundbreaking books: "The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong About Pornography and How to Fix It". In this episode, Sam dispels lies, provides hope, and sheds light on a growing issue among Jesus followers. It is a powerful discussion you will not want to miss!
On this "Best Of" episode of the Decisions Podcast, we revisit our time this season with Carey Nieuwhof and Dr. Conway Edwards. Nieuwhof share insights about his own journey, providing clear tools and guidelines if you feel stuck in a painful experience or are wrestling with one of the unique challenges of ministry. In addition, Dr. Edwards and his wife, Jada, discuss life as a couple working in ministry togethern, and how the Lord leads even when we find ourselves in exile.
On this "Best Of" episode of the Decisions Podcast, we revisit our time this season with Mark Koch and Steven Scott. Mark had it all, but he also lost it all just as fast! Through a series of decisions, Mark’s life is on a brand new path where God is using him for Kingdom impact! Steven explores how so many have experienced trauma the past few years, and, if we're willing to confront our deepest hurts, we can use them as a springboard for a closer relationship with God. It is a powerful episode, don't miss out!
On this "Best Of" episode of the Decisions Podcast, we revisit our time this season Dr. Gary Chapman and Rebecca Contreras. Best Selling Author, Dr. Chapman, discusses how the Five Love Languages shape leadership and show appreciation in the workplace. Contreras, who spent nearly twelve years working with the George W. Bush team, shares about her life, faith, and the decisions she has made to position her for success!
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