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In this episode of The Christian Leader Made Simple Show, Ryan Franklin sits down with Scott Sistrunk to talk honestly about rejection, failure, and staying motivated in ministry. Drawing from his missions experience and a powerful story of a Middle Eastern convert, Scott shares how leaders can endure resistance without letting it redefine their calling. This conversation offers biblical perspective, real-world wisdom, and practical encouragement for pastors and church leaders who feel worn down, discouraged, or tempted to quit.

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Description:
Dr. Tim Elmore shares lessons from his early years with John Maxwell, who taught him leadership essentials like “off-the-platform charisma” and big-picture thinking. These experiences inspired his passion for developing young leaders. In his book The Future Begins with Z, Elmore explores Generation Z’s unique challenges and potential in the workforce, introducing the “Peter Pan paradox”—where their authority rises as maturity lags. He encourages leaders to listen, coach, and view Gen Z as “the sandpaper on my leadership I didn’t know I needed,” helping refine and strengthen today’s leaders.



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Description:
Akil Thompson emphasizes the importance of discerning between good ideas and God ideas, recognizing that authentic vision must flow from divine direction rather than personal ambition. He highlights how preparation and faithful stewardship open doors for God-given opportunities, while neglect hinders growth. Thompson describes organizational leadership as the practical outworking of spiritual alignment—where administration and systems act as the “sails” that catch the Spirit’s wind. He encourages leaders to focus on their strengths, delegate with trust, and empower others through modeling, mentoring, and releasing responsibility—cultivating shared success and freedom to pursue God’s calling.



Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:
https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook

Download The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint

Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free):
https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment

Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching:
https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching

YouTube and Audio Podcast:
https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast

Connect with Ryan:
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/
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Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:
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