In ministry circles we often repeat the phrase, “God doesn’t call the equipped—He equips the called.” But what if that well-meaning statement leaves out something essential? Throughout Scripture, the men God used most were not rushed into leadership—they were shaped, tested, humbled, and prepared long before they were ever placed in front of people. Moses learned obscurity before shepherding a nation, David fought private battles before public ones, Joseph managed faithfully before ruling, and the disciples followed long before they were sent. In this episode we explore the difference between being trained and being formed—between gaining ministry skills and becoming the kind of person God can trust with souls—and why recovering a biblical view of preparation may be one of the most important conversations for the next generation of church leaders.

Today we’re joined by Mitch Dobson, an instructor of Bible Survey at the Living Faith Bible Institute. His heart for discipleship and leadership development makes him especially well-suited for a conversation about how God prepares people for ministry, not just in knowledge but in character.

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On today's show, we are taking a close look at the life and leadership of one of the Apostle Paul's most trusted co-laborers, Titus. Often overshadowed by names like Timothy or Barnabas, Titus played a critical role in some of the most difficult and delicate ministry assignments in the early church. He is kind of “the fixer”. Known for helping troubled congregations get stable and begin implementing discipleship. 

Titus was a man trusted to bring order, integrity and clarity to the local church. So today we're going to ask, what can be learned from his testimony? How does Titus’s example of leadership and oversight provide us with principles for how we should lead in our churches and in our homes?

Whether you're leading in a troubled church, a church plant, a Bible study, or simply trying to be a faithful steward in your home, join us today as we examine the book that bears Titus’s name. Our guest on today's show is pastor Lee Ridings of Greater Hope Baptist Church in Dallas, Georgia.

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Justin Trotter of Callie Harbin Baptist Church comes back on the show to recap his content on transitioning well in ministry which he preached at The Discipleship Conference of Living Faith Fellowship ‘23. Justin tells a recent testimony of change in ministry and shows us from the story of Moses and Joshua what we can learn from their discipleship relationships. We cover what a successful change in leadership looks like, overcoming problems and paving the way for future generations.

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In this week’s interview with Missions Pastor James Fyffe of Midtown Baptist Temple, we discuss spiritual authority - what it is and what it isn’t. James shares principles from God’s Word that guide church leaders and the congregation to better understand the dynamics of submission, envisioning and support.

In this episode with pastor & LFBI professor Kenny Morgan we discuss leadership principles from II Samuel, making a special announcement on behalf of LFBooks.

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