Enjoying the journey of life is difficult especially for leaders. Many leaders tend to be very task-oriented, which is great when things need to get done, but is it possible to find joy throughout those tasks? In episode 439, Richard and Daniel discuss several practical ways to slow down and enjoy life while still getting done what needs to be done.

The new book, Following Jesus, is out now!

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
3:23 Leadership Trivia
4:40 Why is enjoying the journey a hard thing for leaders to do?
8:29 How Richard personally overcame some of that difficulty
14:51 The Story of Jesus and Zaccheus
22:15 Finding enjoyment in the middle of your work
29:00 What are some practical applications to enjoy the journey?
42:40 Leadership Trivia Response

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Stephen is the Associate Academic Dean for the Australian College of Ministries. His new book, Biblical Wisdom for Dads, released October 27, and is available through Amazon, selected Christian bookstores, and through www.biblicalwisdomfordads.au. His previous books were The Heart of an Elder: a two-week journey for those considering eldership and There is No Finish: The Backyard Ultra Story.

Biblical Wisdom for Dads is available now at: https://biblicalwisdomfordads.au/

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction to Stephen Parker
2:45 The Background to Parker's family
5:44 What are some of the unique challenges men face, especially as fathers?
9:19 What is the importance of the father in his children's life?
13:15 What are some things men uniquely bring to the table when it comes to raising children?
2:23 Any words to fathers about parenting their children with the understanding that the way they parent them will in some ways effect the way they view God?
29:06 Do you have any words of encouragement to fathers with regrets?
37:10 What is one thing about being a father that you wish you would have known at the beginning that you know now?

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What does it really mean to be a disciple In episode 437, Richard and Daniel discuss spiritual maturity through obedience and fruitfulness.

The new book, Following Jesus, is out now!

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
2:28 Leadership Trivia
3:30 What is spiritual maturity and why is it important?
13:17 What are some ways to know if someone is maturing?
21:20 What's another measuring stick to know how spiritually mature you are?
34:38 Leadership Trivia Response

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What does it really mean to be a disciple? In episode 436, Richard and Daniel discuss what it looks like when someone is discipled well.

The new book, Following Jesus, is out now!

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
2:10 Leadership Trivia
3:16 How do you fulfill the calling to follow Jesus and help others follow Jesus?
34:00 Leadership Trivia Response

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What does it really mean to be a disciple? In episode 435, Richard and Daniel discuss the things Jesus did not ask Peter and Andrew to do.

The new book, Following Jesus, is out now!

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
2:53 Leadership Trivia
4:00 Jesus didn't ask us to believe
13:43 Jesus didn't ask us to join a Bible study
24:43 Jesus didn't ask us to worship him
29:46 Jesus didn't ask us to serve him
34:38 Leadership Trivia Response

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What does it really mean to be a disciple? In episode 434, Richard and Daniel discuss the difference between doing a Bible study and truly following Jesus.

The newest book, Following Jesus, releases on October 13th.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Introduction

1:25 Leadership Trivia

2:25 Introducing Following Jesus

3:00 Why write this book?

12:36 How do we know where God is leading so we can follow?

31:44 Leadership Trivia Response

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As we come to the end of our study, Jacob's kids step into the spotlight. In episode 433, Richard and Daniel talk about Joseph's precarious relationship with his brothers and God's plan throughout his very messy life.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Introduction

3:30 Leadership Trivia

4:30 Genesis 37: Introducing Joseph

15:00 Genesis 38: Judah and Tamar

18:38 Genesis 39: Joseph in Egypt

24:30 Genesis 42: The Deal for Benjamin

29:50 Genesis 49: Jacob's Blessings

35:30 Leadership Trivia Response

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A father's ways, both the best and the worst, naturally pass on to his children. In episode 432, Richard and Daniel discuss how Jacob's family suffers from his shortcomings, but in the brokenness God works things out for good.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Introduction

3:45 Leadership Trivia

4:46 Genesis 34-35

30:30 Leadership Trivia Response

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