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In the final episode of the 1 Timothy series, John McGee and Dave Bruskas unpack 1 Timothy 6 and reflect on leadership, contentment, money, perseverance, and grace.

They discuss:

• The subtle temptations leaders face
• Importance of fighting spiritual drift
• Why godliness with contentment is “great gain"

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Registration closes August 3, 2026.

What happens when a church leader falls into sin? How should churches honor and care for their pastors? And what does it look like for leaders to stay healthy for the long haul?

In this episode, John McGee and Dave Bruskas walk through 1 Timothy 5:17–25.

They discuss:

• Honoring elders and handling accusations wisely
• Pursuing restoration when leaders fail
• Developing future leaders slowly
• Caring for your physical, emotional, and spiritual health in ministry

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Registration closes August 3, 2026.

In this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, John McGee and Dave Bruskas walk through 1 Timothy 5:1–16 and unpack Paul’s vision for relationships inside the church.

They discuss:

• Why leadership must be relational, not just strategic
• The danger of harshness in ministry
• How churches can care well for vulnerable people
• What this passage teaches about family responsibility

If you’re seeking to shepherd people faithfully while building healthy ministry systems, this episode offers practical wisdom and encouragement grounded in Scripture.

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Registration closes August 3, 2026.

What does it look like for a church leader to faithfully watch their life and doctrine? In this episode, John McGee and Dave Bruskas walk through 1 Timothy 4:11–16 and talk about the type of church leadership that lasts.

They discuss:

• What Paul’s charge to Timothy means for young leaders
• Why a leader’s example matters as much as their teaching
• How to steward the gifts God has given you
• Why faithful progress matters more than perfection

This conversation is a clear reminder that lasting ministry is built on sound doctrine, godly character, and a life rooted in Christ.

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Registration closes August 3, 2026.

In this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, John McGee and Dave Bruskas walk through 1 Timothy 4:1–10 and unpack Paul’s warning against legalism in the church. They discuss:

• How false teaching often adds rules where God gives freedom
• Why leaders must be careful not to confuse personal conviction with spiritual maturity
• What it looks like to train for true godliness instead of performance-based religion

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What does a healthy church look like from the inside out? In this episode of Church Leadership Podcast, John McGee and Dave Bruskas dive into 1 Timothy 3:8–13 to unpack the role of a deacon—who they are, what they do, and why the church needs them.

This episode unpacks:

• The difference between elders and deacons
• The role of women in the church
• Practical tips for assessing deacon candidates

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In this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, John McGee and Dave Bruskas walk through 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and reflect on the calling, character, and responsibility of elders in the church.

They discuss:

• Why aspiring to church leadership can be a good and godly desire
• Why elder qualifications are rooted more in character than competency
• How leadership at home shapes leadership in the church

This conversation offers practical wisdom for current elders, aspiring leaders, and anyone who wants to serve the church with humility and integrity.

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Registration closes August 3, 2026.

In this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, John McGee and Dave Bruskas walk through 1 Timothy 2 and explore what Paul teaches about how the church should gather. From corporate prayer and unity to leadership roles and cultural tension, this passage challenges leaders to think carefully about what pleases God when His people come together. They discuss why prayer should be central—not transitional—why unity is a powerful witness in a divided world.