Leading Well

In this episode we’re reading Matthew 28:1-10 Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this. As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into?   Matthew 28:1-10 The Resurrection 28 Now after the Sabbath, toward the dawn of the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow.4 And for fear of him the guards trembled and became like dead men.5 But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. 6 He is not here, for he ha

In this episode we’re reading Matthew 26:1-5 Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this. As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into? Matthew 26:1-5 The Plot to Kill Jesus 1 When Jesus had finished all these sayings, he said to his disciples, 2 “You know that after two days the Passover is coming, and the Son of Man will be delivered up to be crucified.” 3 Then the chief priests and the elders of the people gathered in the palace of the high priest, whose name was Caiaphas, 4 and plotted together in order to arrest Jesus by stealth and kill him. 5 But they said, “Not during the feast, lest there be an uproar among the people.”

In this month's podcast, this past week we released a powerful conversation I had with Lance Yarborough about what he learned since his accident a year and a half ago. You need to hear this conversation and pass it on.

In this episode we’re reading Matthew 21:1-11 Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this. As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into? Matthew 21:1-11 The Triumphal Entry 21 Now when they drew near to Jerusalem and came to Bethphage, to the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go into the village in front of you, and immediately you will find a donkey tied, and a colt with her. Untie them and bring them to me. 3 If anyone says anything to you, you shall say, ‘The Lord needs them,’ and he will send them at once.” 4 This took place to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet, saying, 5 “Say to the daughter of Zion, ‘Behold, your king is coming to you, humble, and mount

In this episode we’re reading Psalm 32 Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this. As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into?   Psalm 32 English Standard Version (ESV)   1 Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. 2 Blessed is the man against whom the Lord counts no iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no deceit. 3 For when I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. 4 For day and night your hand was heavy upon me; my strength was dried up as by the heat of summer. Selah 5 I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not cover my iniquity; I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,” and you forgave the iniquity of my sin.

Sharing Your Story with Bill Smith Everyone loves a good story. They draw us in, touch our hearts, and compel us to action. In this session, you'll learn how to lead people to Christ by connecting your life's story to God's story and the stories of people around you. Understanding these three stories and how they connect will help you build relationships, be a more effective leader, and help group members take their next steps in being lifelong followers of Christ.

In this episode we’re reading Psalm 23 Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this. As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into?   Psalm 23 English Standard Version (ESV) The Lord Is My Shepherd A Psalm of David. 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. 3 He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. 6 Surely goodness and merc

Disaster Relief with John and Angel Beeson Everyone experiences challenges in life. In times of crisis, we need support. When others are suffering, we can offer support. Because group leaders are in relationship with group participants, they have an unprecedented opportunity to help their group provide the kind of support that is needed at just the right time. Link to John Beeson first conversation :: "Why is Transparency so Important for Leadership with John Beeson"

In this episode we’re reading Luke 5:33-39  Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this. As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into? Luke 5:33-39 English Standard Version (ESV) A Question About Fasting 33 And they said to him, “The disciples of John fast often and offer prayers, and so do the disciples of the Pharisees, but yours eat and drink.” 34 And Jesus said to them, “Can you make wedding guests fast while the bridegroom is with them? 35 The days will come when the bridegroom is taken away from them, and then they will fast in those days.” 36 He also told them a parable: “No one tears a piece from a new garment and puts it on an old garment. If he does, he will tear the new, and the piece f

Helping You Facilitate a Group Discussion which leads to Spiritual Transformation with Kim Parrish This breakout session will help us learn how to teach from a new perspective, how to ask good questions and engage everyone at the table. The purpose of facilitating a group is for everyone to grow and learn from the group.  Learn how to ask questions and present your material in a way that helps everyone grow. Link to Kim Parrish first conversation "Leadership is a Marathon not a Spirit"

In this episode we’re reading Luke 5:27-32 Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this. As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into? Luke 5:27-32 English Standard Version (ESV) Jesus Calls Levi 27 After this he went out and saw a tax collector named Levi, sitting at the tax booth. And he said to him, “Follow me.” 28 And leaving everything, he rose and followed him. 29 And Levi made him a great feast in his house, and there was a large company of tax collectors and others reclining at table with them. 30 And the Pharisees and their scribes grumbled at his disciples, saying, “Why do you eat and drink with tax collectors and sinners?” 31 And Jesus answered them, “Those who are well have no need of

Developing Others with Zach Imboden How can you, as a leader, identify and develop other leaders? This breakout is a three-step process to help you find leaders around you. It will focus on how to identify, develop, and launch future leaders. Zach Imboden is the Connection Pastor at New Life Bible Fellowship in Tucson, AZ. Link to Stacy Maclaren episode

In this episode we’re reading Luke 5:17-26 Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this. As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into? Luke 5:17-26 English Standard Version (ESV) Jesus Heals a Paralytic 17 On one of those days, as he was teaching, Pharisees and teachers of the law were sitting there, who had come from every village of Galilee and Judea and from Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was with him to heal. 18 And behold, some men were bringing on a bed a man who was paralyzed, and they were seeking to bring him in and lay him before Jesus, 19 but finding no way to bring him in, because of the crowd, they went up on the roof and let him down with his bed through the tiles into the midst

Engaging Students to talk about Spiritual Things with Tex Rule Whether we are a leader in our children / student ministries or a parent, we all know how challenging leading children and teenagers can be. Tex Rule sit down and talk through practical steps for ways in which we can engage, talk with, and create wins in our children’s and teenagers’ life. Tex Rule is the Student Ministry Director at New Life Bible Fellowship.

In this episode we’re reading Luke 5:12-16  Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this.  As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into?  Luke 5:12-16 English Standard Version (ESV) Jesus Cleanses a Leper 12 While he was in one of the cities, there came a man full of leprosy.[a] And when he saw Jesus, he fell on his face and begged him, “Lord, if you will, you can make me clean.” 13 And Jesus[b] stretched out his hand and touched him, saying, “I will; be clean.” And immediately the leprosy left him. 14 And he charged him to tell no one, but “go and show yourself to the priest, and make an offering for your cleansing, as Moses commanded, for a proof to them.” 15 But now even more the report about hi

In this month's podcast, Zach Imboden interviews Tiffany Pate who leads New Life Bible Fellowship Moms Matter Group. Tiffany shares leadership lessons that she has learned during her 9 months serving in this role.   Learn More About Our Moms Matter Group https://www.newlifetucson.com/women/momsmatterspring 

In this episode we’re reading Luke 5:1-11 English Standard Version (ESV) Feel free to listen or read along.  As I read this passage the first time what words or phrases stands out to you as I read this.  As we read this passage again, what is God using to capture your attention?  Begin to ask what is this passage saying?  What does it mean? As we read this passage for the final time, ask what is God stirring inside of you?  Consider what response God is inviting you into?  Luke 5:1-11 5 On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 and he saw two boats by the lake, but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. 3 Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's, he asked him to put out a little from the land. And he sat down and taught the people from the boat. 4 And when he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” 5 And Simon answered, “Master,

In this month's podcast, Zach Imboden interviews Jay Hengelmann who leads New Life Bible Fellowship Senior Adults Group. Jay shares leadership lessons that he has learned during his first year serving in this role.   Learn More About Our Senior Adults https://www.newlifetucson.com/senior-adults 

What have you learned this past year? I have been thinking a lot about this recently. I hope I never stop being a learner. I hope you never stop either. I want to share what three things I rediscover this past year. In this podcast Zach Imboden, the Connection Pastor at New Life Bible Fellowship in Tucson, Az shares his personal leadership reflections from 2018.   Resources Mentioned In This Podcast Strength Finders Unhurried Living Unhurried Living Podcast An Unhurried Life Book 

We would all say trust is an essential piece of leading others well.  However what about the willingness to be transparency?  You can google “leadership transparency” and you would find hundreds of articles, testimonies, and opinions on what it means to be a transparent leader.    In this podcast John Beeson, the Teaching Pastor at New Life Bible Fellowship in Tucson, Az shares his incredible insight and wisdom on why transparency is so important for leadership.