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Episode 0083 Controlled Chaos Podcast
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Controlled Chaos Podcast – Special Episode w/ Michael Knowles
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Be Approachable and Welcoming
When in full-time ministry, there is a certain expectation of availability. If you are the youth pastor, I believe that you should avail yourself to those you serve. Not without limits, mind you, but when appropriate…
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Episode 0082 Controlled Chaos Podcast
Episode 80 of the Controlled Chaos Podcast! It’s another exciting episode featuring Kathleen Edelman, news on the next webcast, and a special announcement from Justin!
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Young Teens Make First-Time Decisions for Christ
Mia and Taevion Schmidt are two middle school students whose lives will never be the same. While attending a CIY MIX event last summer, the brother and sister both decided to make first-time decisions for Christ.
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Letting Others Lead Part Three
As we wrap up our discussion on Letting Others Lead, one more thought comes to mind. In our work of helping others discover the leadership in them, we have to be ready to learn from the process.
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Letting Others Lead Part Two
Being the leader of your ministry is one thing. Learning how to let others lead is something else. This week we are considering three ideas that might help us as we take the big step in letting others lead.
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Episode 0081 Controlled Chaos Podcast
It’s Wednesday, that means a brand new episode of the Controlled Chaos Podcast with, Justin Herman and Kurt Johnston!
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Letting Others Lead Part 1
Over the years I have become very comfortable in the leader position. I have led many, many trips; camping, summer camp, bike rides, hikes, mission trips, etc. So when I take a step back to let someone else lead, I have to remind myself, I am NOT the only leader!
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Controlled Chaos Podcast Special Episode with Shane Claiborne
In today’s special podcast episode, Justin talks with Shane Claiborne. Shane is a prominent speaker, activist, and best-selling author. Shane worked with Mother Teresa in Calcutta, and founded The Simple Way in Philadelphia. He heads up Red Letter Christians, a movement of folks who are committed to living “as if Jesus meant the things he said.” Shane is a champion for grace which has led him to jail advocating for the homeless, and to places like Iraq and Afghanistan to stand against war. Now grace fuels his passion to end the death penalty and help stop gun violence.
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