There will be some changes with the Leaders Moment podcast. Listen as Scott reflects on the remarkable 5-year journey of the Leaders Moment, celebrating over 258 thought-provoking episodes. He also talks about how his focus is changing based on God's guidance and how that will impact the show.

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1. What’s changing
2. Why it’s changing
3. What you can do

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Join host Scott McClelland and a special guest from the special forces community as they unpack the intersection of faith and masculinity. Learn about how taking initiative, being resilient, and working in a team are essential for soldiers and for anyone facing life's challenges.

This episode explores the true meaning of being a man of faith through personal stories and insightful reflections. Enjoy this thought-provoking conversation that will surely leave an impact on your leadership perspective and performance.

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• The difference between being a person of faith and a man of faith
• The importance of taking charge and displaying initiative
• The power of our mindset and mentality
• The role of resilience in overcoming challenges
• The strength that comes from being part of a team

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When God shows us something, it's time to act on it, right? Well, as we look through Scripture, that's certainly not often the case. As Scott and Ken mention, sometimes we struggle to understand what God wants us to do and when. This struggle is meant to help us rely on God more fully. Otherwise, we are virtually guaranteed to make a mess of it as we try to do things ourselves. That's the struggle of being a forerunner. Scott and Ken discuss what a forerunner is, the challenges of being ahead of and alongside everyone else, and some pitfalls to be aware of.

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• Discover how religion as an end unto itself will inevitably lead us astray.
• Overcome the challenges of being a forerunner in your sphere of influence.
• Explore the power of filling the void with God for a more fulfilling life.

LINKS & RESOURCES:

• Look out for the release of Anthologies from the Forefront: Religion and the Future and consider reading it for a deeper understanding of the topic.
• Explore the book Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins for inspiration on pushing yourself and embracing challenges.
• Find the message Escape from Christendom by Robert Burnell.

ABOUT KEN BROOKS

Ken’s thirst for knowledge is unquenchable. He believes that lifelong learning is the key to personal growth and leadership. Ken is known for his patience and wisdom. His personal journey shows that we grow the most when we actively pursue growth and knowledge. His passion for self-discipline and personal development inspires leaders, encouraging them to keep learning and growing.

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Let's face it - the world is filled with distractions and temptations. However, as Christian leaders, we must stay grounded in humility and truth. But what happens when we're faced with a shocking revelation that threatens our faith?

Scott and special guest cohost Ken Brooks discuss the insights gained by Scott through decades of experience, which he shared in his second book, Anthologies from the Forefront: Getting Closer to God.

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• The power of simple submission to God’s will and the impact it can have on your leadership journey
• How to navigate the temptations and pitfalls that leaders often face, and develop strategies to overcome them
• The value of humility and truth, and how they can lead to greater maturity and effectiveness as a Christian leader

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• Purchase book two of the series, Anthologies from the Forefront: Getting Closer to God, on Amazon.
• Keep an eye out for the upcoming release of book three, Religion and the Future.
• Consider reaching out to Scott McClelland via email to discuss any disagreements or differing viewpoints.

ABOUT KEN BROOKS

Ken’s thirst for knowledge is unquenchable. He believes that lifelong learning is the key to personal growth and leadership. 

Ken is known for his patience and wisdom. His personal journey shows that we grow the most when we actively pursue growth and knowledge. His passion for self-discipline and personal development inspires leaders, encouraging them to keep learning and growing.

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In the unpredictable world of leadership, the power of discernment is vital. But what happens when spiritual activity is mistaken for the movement of God? What happens when we take our focus from building relationships and making disciples to building our churches?

Join Scott McClelland and Ken Brooks as they navigate the treacherous waters of leadership, uncovering the dangers that lie beneath the surface.

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• Discover the transformative power of personal relationships and investment in building faith.
• Avoid the pitfalls of mistaking spiritual activity for the true movement of God.
• Shift your focus from church building to the vital task of discipleship.

LINKS & RESOURCES:

• Anthologies From the Forefront: Volume One - Leadership and Missions
• Find Ken's writings on Substack
• Explore the duet Dustland Fairy Tale by The Killers and Bruce Springsteen, mentioned in the podcast.
• Email Scott: [email protected]

ABOUT KEN BROOKS

Ken Brooks’s thirst for knowledge is unquenchable. His life is dedicated to the pursuit of lifelong learning, which he believes is the gateway to personal evolution and leadership. 

Ken is known for his patience and wisdom. His personal journey shows that we grow the most when we actively pursue growth and knowledge. His passion for self-discipleship and personal development acts as an inspiration for leaders, encouraging them to never stop learning and growing.

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Have you ever heard these myths about books that can truly transform your life? Myth number one: Books can't really change you, it's all just hype. Myth number two: Only self-help books can have a profound impact. Myth number three: You have to finish a book for it to have any meaningful impact on your life. As you might have guessed, none of these are actually true.

Join Scott and guest Ken Brooks as they share the books that have changed their lives and some of the insights they have gleaned along the way.

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• The transformative power of books as a catalyst for personal change.
• How to maximize your potential by viewing each challenge as an opportunity.
• How authenticity and transparency in online interactions enhance your social media presence.

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• Ken’s Writings on Substack
• Backpack to Rucksack
• How to Win Friends and Influence People
• Wild at Heart
• Teams of Teams
• Art of Manliness Podcast
• Pastors Podcast
• Lincoln on Leadership
• The Essential Drucker
• Good to Great
• The Pursuit of God
• The Knowledge of The Holy
• How I Built This

ABOUT KEN BROOKS

Ken Brooks’s thirst for knowledge is unquenchable. His life is dedicated to the pursuit of lifelong learning, which he believes is the gateway to personal evolution and leadership. 

Ken is known for his patience and wisdom. His personal journey shows that we grow the most when we actively pursue growth and knowledge. His passion for self-discipleship and personal development acts as an inspiration for leaders, encouraging them to never stop learning and growing.

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How do we develop as leaders in God's Kingdom? On the one hand, we must submit to God and allow Him to be in control. But on the other hand, discipleship is not a passive process. Rather, it's an intentional process.

Ken Brown is no stranger to the tension between being passive and trying to charge ahead rather than waiting on God. Listen as he and I delve into this important topic.

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• Why it's important we be active participants in discipleship and growth
• Why intentionality is a key component of personal development
• The role of continuous learning in transformative self-improvement

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• Find Ken's writings on Substack

ABOUT KEN BROOKS

Ken Brooks’s thirst for knowledge is unquenchable. His life is dedicated to the pursuit of lifelong learning, which he believes is the gateway to personal evolution and leadership. 

Ken is known for his patience and wisdom. His personal journey shows that we grow the most when we actively pursue growth and knowledge. His passion for self-discipleship and personal development acts as an inspiration for leaders, encouraging them to never stop learning and growing.

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Peter Young shares the chilling experience of being a part of a destructive religious cult. As he delves into the dangers of toxic leadership and the lasting impact it can have, Peter's story takes an unexpected turn. Looking back, it seems inevitable, but it took him completely by surprise at the time, and it was something his brother said that helped him to see what was really going on. 

Listen to discover some of the earmarks of cults as well as a discussion of how toxic leadership always tries to supplant God-ordained order and structure.

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• An insider’s perspective on decoded signals of cults and strategies to recognize them.
• A key leadership truth about hard decisions from Peter's failure and what he's learned.
• Valuable insights that shed light on leadership traits born out of the ashes of failure and how to embrace them.

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• Stop the Tall Man, Save the Tiger, a memoir about Peter’s experience in a destructive cult and how he found redemption.
• The Blue Team, a fictional story that uses basketball to demonstrate biblical principles and highlights positive lessons of sharing, caring, and standing firm.
• Author Peter Young's website, where you can learn more about his story, find leadership insights, and more.

ABOUT PETER YOUNG

Peter Young is a sports broadcaster now turned author. He's written two books, The Blue Team, and Stop the Tall Man, Save the Tiger. Life has thrown him many curveballs, including an unexpected transition out of sports broadcasting. But probably the biggest curveball was realizing that he and his family had spent years in a cult - and they didn't realize it. Now, looking back, he has a powerful perspective on the importance of good leadership - especially in the home - and how to recognize the kind of toxic leadership and culture that has the potential to create a cult.

His story can enlighten us to the dangers of powerful, but misguided (and misguiding) leadership. These are lessons that have cost him and his family dearly, and our hope is that his story can help some avoid the pain he's gone through and others find healing and restoration.

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Are you tired of feeling like your faith is stagnant despite all your efforts? Have you been told to simply pray more or read your Bible regularly but still find yourself lacking a deeper connection with God? 

It's time to stop the ineffective actions and start fostering spiritual maturity through humility, responding to God's call, and embracing Christ-like habits. In this episode, discover the power of deepening your faith as a Christian leader and living a life of consequence directed at God.

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1. Understand the vital role of spiritual development in the life of Christian leaders.
2. Gain insight into leaders’ temptations and the importance of humility in addressing them.
3. Foster unwavering faith by connecting with God's call and forming a deeper relationship.

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• Purchase a copy of Scott's latest book, Anthologies from the Forefront: Going Deeper in God.
• Check out FX Missions for more information on missions and leadership opportunities.
• If you liked this episode, you might also want to check out episodes 218, 219, and 220, our three part series on lessons from a broken ice cream machine.

ABOUT BRYAN ENTZMINGER

Bryan Entzminger is a familiar voice in the Leaders Moment. He's been involved in the production of Leaders Moment and our sister show, From the Forefront, since day one. He's a podcast editor and manager, and the host of the now-retired Engaging Missions Show. However, his passion for faith and for high quality podcast production remains.

Today, Bryan joins us by taking over the guest interviewer's seat to dig into some parts of my leadership journey and what God's shown me.

When Bryan isn't editing the Leaders Moment, you might find him spending time with his family or at TopTierAudio.com.

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Anthologies From the Forefront - Getting Closer to God

In his second volume of the Anthologies from the Forefront series, N Scott McClelland pursues the goal of leading believers deeper into their beliefs and disciples deeper into their discipleship. Follow the link to find it on Amazon.

Anthologies Volume 2

From ego-driven to empowering: Pierce Brantley's journey into humility and the unexpected twist that revolutionized his approach to leadership. You won't believe the game-changing realization he made - and the open loop left will leave you questioning your own leadership style.

“If you start with a posture of humility, both towards God and towards people, that'll get you 90% of the way there.” - Pierce Brantley

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• Tackle personal obstacles like ego and fear for entrepreneurial triumph.
• Discover the value of humility in leadership for exponential growth.
• Uncover the challenges entrepreneurs face when building a business and delegating tasks.
• Grasp the significance of self-awareness and trust in the entrepreneurial journey.
• Master a four-step framework for efficiently scaling and delegating tasks in business.

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• Check out Pierce Brantley's latest book, “Not Your Job,” for practical advice on delegation and building trust in your team.
• Visit Pierce Brantley's website to learn more about his work and access additional resources on leadership and personal development.
• Sign up for Pierce Brantley's newsletter to stay up to date on his latest projects and receive exclusive content and offers.
• Connect with Pierce Brantley on Facebook or LinkedIn to join the conversation and engage with like-minded individuals.
• Check out Scott’s book, Anthologies From the Forefront: Getting Clsoer to God.
• Listen to Pierce's previous appearance on Leaders Moment.

ABOUT PIERCE BRANTLEY

Pierce Brantley's journey as an entrepreneur led him to understand the significance of humility in leadership. Through personal experiences, he identified two antivalues – the ego driver and the fear driver – that could potentially limit business growth.

By acknowledging these roadblocks, Pierce was able to implement a new approach to delegation, allowing him to trust his team members and effectively scale his business. In doing so, he learned that one's identity should no longer be rooted in expertise, but rather in the vision and mission of the company.

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Anthologies From the Forefront - Getting Closer to God

In his second volume of the Anthologies from the Forefront series, N Scott McClelland pursues the goal of leading believers deeper into their beliefs and disciples deeper into their discipleship. Follow the link to find it on Amazon.

Anthologies Volume 2

Samara Mendez is a passionate leader in the Business as Mission movement, having dedicated years of her life towards empowering communities through sustainable business practices.

With roots originating from the Amazon region of Brazil, Samara brings a wealth of experience from her time as a missionary in South Africa and Mozambique, as well as her training in Colorado's Business as Mission School. Now leading the Business as Missions movement in Brazil, Samara's vision for fostering economic, spiritual, social, and environmental growth has made a significant impact on the lives of countless individuals.

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• Discover the transformative power of Business as Mission movement on local communities.
• Uncover new possibilities for sustainable impact through strategic business and mission partnerships.
• Develop stronger employee relationships to effectively influence society.
• Explore the vital role social enterprises play in addressing social and environmental concerns.
• Embrace the undeniable value of fostering women's leadership in business and mission endeavors.

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• Read Business as Missions by Mike Barr to gain a deeper understanding of the connection between business and missions.
• Consider joining the BAM Global Team to connect with other entrepreneurs and business people who are using their businesses for missions.
• Anthologies from the Forefront: Getting Closer to God

ABOUT SAMARA MENDEZ

Samara Mendez went from Colorado to South Africa where she worked with an NGO that trained church volunteers and entrepreneurs to manage their businesses. She was thrilled to be a part of this community and watched as people grew in wisdom and started saving money to invest in their businesses. 

Through her work, she saw how important it is for people to see themselves in their own actions and put their gifts and talents to work. For African people, who often feel unable to succeed, this was a paradigm shift. Samara was proud to help people learn how to grow on their own terms and build businesses that could employ others.

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Anthologies From the Forefront - Getting Closer to God

In his second volume of the Anthologies from the Forefront series, N Scott McClelland pursues the goal of leading believers deeper into their beliefs and disciples deeper into their discipleship. Follow the link to find it on Amazon.

Anthologies Volume 2