• IL #674: Killing Our Giants – Stepping into God's Best for Your Life
    Jan 19 2026

    When life throws challenges that feel impossible to overcome, it's easy to shrink back in fear, doubt, or defeat. But what if those giants—fear, intimidation, comparison, and unbelief—are not barriers, but invitations to deeper trust in God?

    In this episode, we draw fresh insight from the story of David and Goliath to understand how Christian leaders can confront modern-day giants with faith and courage. David didn't win because he was the strongest—he won because he trusted the strength of his God.

    You'll learn how to:

    • Recognize the giants that threaten your calling
    • Remember how God's past faithfulness empowers present courage
    • Resist the pressure to conform or compare
    • Reframe your challenges as opportunities to grow

    Whether your giant is financial strain, workplace conflict, or personal insecurity, this episode will help you take practical, faith-filled steps toward victory. With biblical insight and actionable strategies, you'll be equipped to step forward into the life God has prepared for you.

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    9 mins
  • IL #673: Follow Me — Leadership Lessons from the Rich Young Ruler
    Jan 12 2026

    What does it mean for a leader to truly follow Jesus?

    In this episode, we reflect on one of the most sobering moments in Scripture—the encounter between Jesus and the rich young ruler. This wasn't a casual conversation. It was a life-defining invitation. Jesus looked at this influential leader, loved him, and offered the very same call He gave Peter, James, and John: "Follow Me."

    But unlike the disciples, the ruler walked away.

    Why? Because the cost of surrendering what he held tightly—status, possessions, identity—was too high.

    This story speaks directly to today's Christian business leaders. The issue is not wealth or influence—it's attachment. Many leaders hold tightly to success, control, comfort, or reputation, struggling to let go even when Jesus calls them forward. And yet, this is exactly what transformational leadership requires.

    In this episode, you'll explore:

    • Why Jesus' call to "Follow Me" is more than a spiritual suggestion—it's a leadership commission
    • What the rich young ruler's response reveals about our own leadership attachments
    • How to recognize and surrender the things we grip too tightly
    • What it looks like to lead with open hands and a faithful heart

    Whether you're facing a big decision, navigating career uncertainty, or simply sensing God inviting you into something deeper, this conversation will encourage you to respond with courage—not caution.

    Jesus still looks at leaders with love—and still says, "Follow Me."

    🎧 Listen now to rediscover what it means to lead as a follower of Christ.

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    7 mins
  • IL #672: New Beginnings with God — How to Step into the New Year with Faith and Courage
    Jan 5 2026

    As a new year begins, many leaders are asking, "What does God want to do in me this season?" In this episode, we explore how new beginnings with God aren't just seasonal—they're spiritual. They don't require perfect plans or flawless resumes. They begin when we open our hearts to God's invitation to begin again.

    This episode explores the biblical foundation of fresh starts—from creation to the resurrection—and how God consistently redeems, restores, and renews. Drawing from Isaiah 43, Deuteronomy 1, and other Scripture, Ron Kelleher shows how Christian leaders can move forward in faith rather than fear, releasing the burdens of the past and making space for what God wants to do next.

    You'll learn:

    • Why God delights in new beginnings—and how they reflect His character
    • What you may need to leave behind to receive what's next
    • How to walk forward when the future still feels uncertain
    • What practical steps can reorient your leadership at the start of a new season

    Whether you're stepping into a new role, recovering from a hard year, or simply longing for clarity in your calling, this episode will help you begin 2026 with purpose, humility, and courage.

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    7 mins
  • #671: Looking Back, Moving Forward: Trusting God with Every Season
    Dec 29 2025

    As one year closes and another begins, leaders naturally pause to reflect. Some moments bring gratitude and joy; others surface disappointment, loss, or unanswered questions. Yet through every season—growth, waiting, and hardship—one truth remains steady: God has been faithful.

    In this episode, Looking Back, Moving Forward: Trusting God with Every Season, we explore how reflection rooted in gratitude strengthens our confidence for what lies ahead. Drawing from Scripture and leadership experience, this message invites Christian leaders to examine the past year honestly—recognizing both God's provision and His purpose in the struggles we did not choose.

    You'll be encouraged to look back with gratitude, recognizing where God carried you through late nights, difficult decisions, and unexpected detours. Like Israel standing on the far side of the Jordan, reflection helps us see that God's presence never wavered, even when circumstances felt uncertain.

    We also consider how every season teaches us something essential. Some seasons stretch us; others refine us. Growth does not always come through expansion—often it comes through perseverance. As Romans reminds us, God uses difficulty to shape character and produce hope, never wasting what we endure.

    Finally, this episode looks ahead with faith. The future may be unclear, but God goes before us. Trusting Him does not remove uncertainty, but it anchors us in confidence that He is already at work in what's next. Leaders are reminded that trusting God yesterday builds the courage to trust Him again tomorrow.

    Whether you are ending the year weary or hopeful, this episode offers space to reflect, release, and refocus—so you can move forward with open hands and a confident heart.

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    6 mins
  • IL #670: Thou Who Wast Rich Beyond All Spendor
    Dec 23 2025

    In the busyness of Christmas, we often move from task to task, celebration to celebration—without ever truly receiving the most important gift of the season. In this reflective episode, Ron shares a deeply personal story of a forgotten gift left unopened on his desk—a small brown bag with his name on it, quietly waiting amid the rush of end-of-year leadership responsibilities.

    What begins as a simple memory unfolds into a powerful spiritual metaphor. Through a surprising note tucked inside a devotional book, Ron is reminded how easily we admire the wrapping of Christmas—songs, traditions, decorations—while overlooking the invitation of Christ Himself.

    This episode gently challenges us to consider: Have we accepted the gift of Christ, or have we set it aside for "later"? The story echoes with grace, reminding us that Jesus doesn't force His way into our lives. He waits—patiently, personally—for us to say yes.

    Whether you're in the middle of your busiest season or sitting in a rare moment of stillness, this Christmas reflection invites you to pause, reflect, and open the only gift that truly matters. The gift has already been given. The question is—will you receive it?

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    8 mins
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    Dec 16 2025
    10 mins
  • IL #668: 7 Reasons Why Christian Leaders Fail and How You Can Stand Firm
    Dec 8 2025

    The headlines are all too familiar: another Christian leader fails, trust is shattered, and followers are left reeling. These public downfalls aren't random—they follow a sobering pattern of spiritual drift and moral compromise. In this episode, we explore the seven most common reasons leaders fall—and more importantly, how you can stand firm.

    Drawing on insights from Pastor Shane Idleman and supported by biblical examples, Ron Kelleher outlines why even the most gifted leaders stumble: pride that blinds, busyness that burns out, compromise that erodes character, and relationships that blur boundaries. But failure is never inevitable. God has given His people the tools to lead with integrity and finish strong.

    Through the lens of Scripture, you'll learn how to:

    • Recognize and resist the subtle pride that precedes a fall
    • Protect your time with God amid the busyness of leadership
    • Guard your heart against slow moral erosion
    • Set boundaries that protect your witness and integrity
    • Address your weaknesses before they become your undoing
    • Build life-giving accountability with trusted believers
    • Reject entitlement in favor of humility and service

    This isn't about fear—it's about faithfulness. No leader is immune, but every leader can stand. If you want to lead well and finish well, this episode is your call to vigilance, dependence on Christ, and a heart anchored in grace.

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    10 mins
  • IL #667: 5 Lessons from the Paralyzed Man: Leadership That Brings Others to Jesus
    Dec 1 2025

    Some stories in Scripture capture the essence of faith and leadership in just a few verses. The story of the paralyzed man and his four friends in Mark 2:1–12, Matthew 9:1–8, and Luke 5:17–26 is one of them—a story of faith in motion, compassion in action, and teamwork that moved heaven itself.

    In this episode, Ron explores what this moment reveals about authentic Christian leadership. These friends weren't scholars, pastors, or CEOs. They were ordinary people who believed that Jesus could do what no one else could—and their determination changed a life forever. Their example offers five timeless lessons for leaders in every sphere of influence today.

    Listeners will discover:

    • How faith sees opportunity where others see obstacles.
    • Why compassion gives leadership its strength.
    • That faith in action inspires transformation.
    • How teamwork multiplies impact.
    • That the ultimate goal of leadership is to bring people to Jesus

    Ron unpacks these truths with practical insights and Scripture-based encouragement for business leaders, ministry leaders, and anyone called to influence others. Whether you're leading a team, managing a household, or serving in your church, this story reminds you that leadership isn't about status or control—it's about lifting others to Christ.

    Listen and be inspired to tear through the roofs of fear, comfort, and convention—so that others can meet Jesus because of your faith.

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    8 mins