Serve is a Verb

Kim Rendon has been a foster mom to over 300 kids. She shares how this passion was ignited early in life from watching her parents foster the neglected and cast aside. Kim carried this passion with her to the mission field, where she met her husband. They served together in orphanages, caring for the disabled and left behind. Kim discusses kindness and how we can take specific, pra

Jake Pulaski leads the discussion on patience and long-suffering, how this relates to discipleship, and ways we can bring perspective to our teams. Jake is a Marine Corps veteran and currently serves as the National Director of Training for the Freedom Fighter Foundation. Freedom Fighter Foundation https://freedomfighterfoundation.org/Acknowledgements:Music: Cody Martin “Revitali

After being sentenced to life in prison, Dr. John Lane shares how his death on November 17, 1990, led him to a life of peace. Dr. John's journey of finding peace and a new purpose has brought him to a life of service working in prison ministry, with Celebrate Recovery, and as a chaplain for Patriot Outfitters. Crestview Baptist Church employs Dr. John, who also serves as a deacon.C

Ms. Brenda Patterson, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran, discusses her journey of finding joy and provides practical ways to grow in joy and bring joy to others. Simple Sparrow Care Farm https://www.simplesparrow.farm/Magdalene House https://www.magdaleneaustin.org/ Article:Harvard Health Blog https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/do-i-have-anxiety-or-worry-whats-the-difference-201807

Keith Ferguson kicks off Season 2 by helping us understand how the Fruit of the Spirit relates to leadership, the shepherd motif as a leader, and the first aspect of Love. He currently serves as the lead pastor at Cityview Bible Church and the executive director of the Association of Hill Country Churches. He also maintains a blog on Substack called "Gospel Renewal." Cityview Bible

Serve is a Verb returns for Season 2. Join us as we study the Fruit of the Spirit and understand how it applies to self and team leadership.Acknowledgements:Music: Cody Martin “Revitalize”Artwork: Noah Chancellor

Lt. Tim Chancellor wraps up Season 1 by helping us wrestle with the ideas of Value, Identity, and Purpose. He shares his own personal story of how an incorrect understanding of ourselves can affect those closest to us. The discussion ends with how we can build a strong foundation to help us live, love, and lead those with whom we have interaction, influence, and impact. Tim started

Natasha Sawyer coaches us through having the correct mindset for doing hard things and responding to failure. Natasha shares her personal story of being a D1 collegiate athlete and how it has shaped her approach to life, parenting, and running a business. Natasha is a trailblazer, coach, and personal trainer dedicated to helping individuals achieve their fitness and wellness goals.

Chad Wright, the founder of Forward Partners, talks about defeating burnout, establishing healthy rhythms, and orienting ourselves toward wellness so that we can be healthy leaders who lead thriving teams. You can hear more from Chad and his team at The Leader Lab podcast and connect with them at @forwardpartner. https://www.forwardpartners.net/Recognition: The music for this episo

Officer Rey Rodriguez shares the two biggest influences in his life and how it has shaped his approach to serving. His approach led him to be part of Operation Blue Santa and to tackle a community project that continues to influence the community years later. Rey walks us through how the plan was put into place and gives concrete steps on how this could be replicated. If you are in