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Chasing Elephants Podcast

Student Leadership University, Jeff Wallace, Brent Crowe•www.slulead.com
Religion & Spirituality
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Episode 150: The PRACTICE Part 2

1. Keep your spiritual priorities intact. Christ First — He saved you and called you. Family Second — If you can’t serve your family effectively, you won’t serve the Lord’s church that way. Church/Ministry Third — God has chosen you to serve His people in the local church. 2. Make your meetings count. Have an agenda. Receive prayer request. Allow time for team members to share some “God-moments.” Be timely, when you care about their time, they will care about yours. 3. Lead your ministry as a te...

Jun 02, 2023•29 min•Ep. 150

Episode 149: The PRACTICE Part 1: Cultivating the Program

I. FOUNDATION of an Effective Student Ministry Biblical Philosophy The Great Commandment (Matt. 22:37-40 CSB) The Great Commission (Matt. 28:18-20 CSB) Ministry Philosophy Vision & Mission Statement…as well as the Core Values Should answer the questions, “Who we are. What we believe. Why do we exist?” Should be concise, clear, and easily repeatable. II. PILLARS of an Effective Student Ministry Equipping (Eph. 4:12) – Critical Question: How are we equipping the saints for the work of the mini...

May 26, 2023•30 min•Ep. 149

Episode 148: Live from Youth Pastor Summit with Jeff Wallace Ph.D.

Fruit Filled Freedom Galatians 5:15-26 What Paul teaches on Freedom: Walk by the Spirit. Our flesh tells us the opposite of the Spirit. You're either walking by the Spirit or the flesh. You can't be a part time spirit walkers and part time flesh walkers. We have to walk by the Spirit 24/7. Be led by the Spirit. Submit and subscribe to the wisdom and discernment of the Spirit. Leverage the fruit of the Spirit. Understand an upward relationship with God. Understand the outward responsibility with ...

May 19, 2023•37 min•Ep. 148

Episode 147: Live from Youth Pastor Summit with Drew Worsham

Join us from Youth Pastor Summit as Drew Worsham talks about burnout and riding ourselves of the mindset of slaves and orphans. Leviticus 2:14 - We are no longer slaves, so we need to rid ourselves of the slave mindset Three Lies Slaves Believe: I'll never have enough Exodus 16 Be brave. Face the storm. Trust that God is going to give you what you need. I'll never be enough Numbers 13 Performance is not love. God doesn't meet us in the illusion, He meets us in reality. I'll never do enough Exodu...

May 12, 2023•39 min•Ep. 147

Episode 146: Live from Youth Pastor Summit with Megan Fate Marshman

What a Friend We have in Jesus God's mission for us is to not throw out the wish dream of friendship, it's to find that kind of friendship in Him. Two Truths on Prayer: prayer is not a performance, it's a place to be honest a wandering mind in prayer is actually a gift From the very beginning, God took the day off to spend time with us. He pursues us. In the gospels, the One who has the answers to every single question, wasn't concerned about giving the answers, He was concerned about relationsh...

May 05, 2023•42 min•Ep. 146

Episode 145: The Power of Vision Part II

Biblical Truth: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters” – Colossians 3:23 (NIV) “So, whatever you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God” – 1 Corinthians 10:31 (NIV) Leadership Truth: “The ultimate goal is not that we would do good things for others. It’s not even to start churches or share our faith. The ultimate aim of our lives is to bring glory to God” (Life on Mission, p. 27) 5 Ways to Execute the Vision: 1....

Apr 28, 2023•25 min•Ep. 145

Episode 144: The Power of Vision Part I

“ I dream, I test my dreams against my beliefs, I dare to take risks, and I execute my vision to make those dreams come true. ” – Walt Disney (from the Disney Way) 5 Traits of a Visionary Leader (Which we teach students at SLU 101) They talk with GOD OFTEN. They have an UNSHAKABLE FAITH They SEE IT FIRST They have a strong DRIVE, FOCUS, and STAMINA to FINISH They are willing to TAKE RISK OTHER WON’T 3 Truths about Vision “ Vision is the beacon which guides us through change and keeps us headed i...

Apr 21, 2023•26 min•Ep. 144

Episode 143: Jeff Wallace earned a Ph.D.

Using the backdrop of Jeff's Ph.D., they discuss the question, "Why is learning so important to being a leader?" Learning gives us the tools to know ourselves better and then use that to lead others well. The hard parts of learning pushes us to deepen our devotion with the Lord. Learning in this capacity is unique because you have to prove your ideas and be specific about what you mean by certain words and statements. Being a lifelong learner doesn't mean you have to be exceptionally intelligent...

Apr 14, 2023•34 min•Ep. 143

Episode 142: Good Friday Reflections

Why do we call it Good Friday? Because Jesus is the greatest good God could have given to mankind. Luke 23:32-38 "Father, forgive them for they know not what they do." know not what they do - these people did not understand that this very event was for them. forgive - comes from the same word as grace. It's basically grace in action. present tense - what if every time someone mocked Jesus, He said these words. What a message of hope. Good Friday makes Resurrection Sunday possible. Friday is stil...

Apr 07, 2023•16 min•Ep. 142

Episode 141: Palm Sunday Reflections

Brent walks through John 12:9-19 The story builds and even includes Lazarus in John 12:9-11. There is a plot to destroy any evidence that Jesus was the Messiah. If power is your ultimate goal, it will ultimately be your downfall. A line blurred is always a line crossed. Hosannah - give salvation now found in Psalm 118:25 Main Takeaway: What you worship will either destroy you or it will deliver you. Connect with SLU: Instagram Register for SLU Learn more about The LIFT Tour Learn more about YPS ...

Mar 31, 2023•15 min•Ep. 141

Episode 140: What is Lent? Part 2

What is Lent? Lent is a 40-day period built around three traditional pillars: prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. It's a time of preparation for Easter when the Resurrection Jesus is celebrated. During Lent, prayer is made by studying the Bible, serving others by giving alms, and developing self-control by fasting. It’s a 40-day period to commemorate the 40 days Christ spent fasting in the desert and enduring temptation by Satan, according to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, before beginning...

Mar 24, 2023•26 min•Ep. 140

Episode 139: What is Lent?

What is Lent? Lent is a 40-day period built around three traditional pillars: prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. It's a time of preparation for Easter when the Resurrection Jesus is celebrated. During Lent, prayer is made by studying the Bible, serving others by giving alms, and developing self-control by fasting. It’s a 40-day period to commemorate the 40 days Christ spent fasting in the desert and enduring temptation by Satan, according to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, before beginning...

Mar 17, 2023•26 min•Ep. 139

Episode 138: Awaken

This year during The LIFT Tour, we got to peak around the curtain of John 11, taking the approach of a docuseries. Takeaways from the story: The purpose of Jesus's miracles was not to make one person's life better, He worked so that there would be no doubt in anyone's mind that He is the Messiah. When you're the storyteller, you don't have to be in a hurry. Jesus's response shows that He was someone who already knew the end of the story even when it was just beginning. He is truly the Resurrecti...

Mar 10, 2023•33 min•Ep. 138

EPISODE 137: Wander Well

Pilgrimage is the healthiest paradigm of disciple-making and the journey we were created for. A pilgrim is one who wanders well towards the heaven country. To live as a citizen of heaven, we have to understand the heaven country is our destination as we wander. The pilgrimage paradigm is healthy because... it's all encompassing it guards our minds and hearts against faulty thinking Characteristics of Wandering: endurance specific tasks - know what the Lord has gifted you in these four categories...

Mar 03, 2023•28 min•Ep. 137

Episode 136: Reflections on Black History Month Part 2

Brent and Jeff begin with a story of the last flowers that Dr. King sent his wife. She was surprised to find they were artificial flowers and thought the florist sent it by mistake. When she asked her husband about this, he surprised her by say that is what he intended to send. He wanted her to have flowers that would always keep . Today the guys discuss ideas to help readers make Black History month something that should always keep . As it stays fresh in the American story, it should become so...

Feb 24, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 136

Episode 135: Reflections on Black History Month Part 1

Brent and Jeff take time to reflect on Black History Month, share what this month means to them and to unpack the history of this month. Understanding the History: Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976...

Feb 17, 2023•40 min•Ep. 135

Episode 134: “To Pronoun or Not to Pronoun” That is the Question: Part 3

As they continue to explore this topic, Brent and Jeff share some practical principles: Know Your Position : You need to know your theological position and have a healthy view of Scripture. Our view of theology cannot waiver based on what is the current hot topic in culture. When you start with doctrine, you are not discounting people’s feelings. We must be redemptive in our tone. Compassion Does Not Mean We Compromise Our Convictions: Jesus’s compassion for people was motivation to solve the ve...

Feb 10, 2023•40 min•Ep. 134

Episode 133: Tyre Nichols: How “Should” We Respond

After praying deeply and listening intently, Jeff outlines several steps on how to view this issue: What this Conversation is Not Backstory and State of Current Culture View from a Macro Level Personal Perspective and Truth: Jeff’s Letters to White People and Black People How Should We ALL Respond PRAYER Now, I’m sure, when I start there, most of my African American friends will say (and I understand & agree) … “We always respond to moments like this and talk about prayer. But we need more a...

Feb 03, 2023•28 min•Ep. 133

Episode 132: “To Pronoun or Not to Pronoun” That is the Question: Part 2

Key Ideas Explored: In Part One of this series, we answered “ what does the Bible say when dealing with the question of Sexual Ethics?” Today we will discuss with how the Bible should inform our attitude and posture regarding this topic of sexuality. As Christians, we need to take the posture of Team Abraham , not take the posture of Team Brimstone (see Genesis 18-19 ). We are called to be salt and light. We are also called to lead by grace (see Matthew 5:13-16 ). As we experience freedom in Chr...

Jan 27, 2023•33 min•Ep. 132

Episode 131: “To Pronoun or Not to Pronoun” That is the Question: Part 1

Key Questions Asked: What does the Bible say about sexual sin and immortality? See the story of Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 18-19. They had become their identity in sin. They crossed a point of no return. The sexual immortality took over their life. They refused to accept freedom. Abraham is pleading with God asking to save the good, but he couldn’t find any. God is a God who protects. The city would have hurt other cities and began to take over. This city was a danger against the world. The p...

Jan 20, 2023•50 min•Ep. 131

Episode 130: The DNA of a Dream Part 2

Key Questions: What are some ways we can live out the DNA of a dream? How do you take the dream and create action steps? Practical Principles to Live Out Your Dreams: Be Faithful and Be Obedient Have Vision and Communicate your Dream Vision for your dream: what’s our vision? The vision needs to be simple yet compelling. Every dream wants to change something … when you communicate the dream. It must be inspirational. It is all about Execution Taking the concept of the dream and move it to a place...

Jan 13, 2023•33 min•Ep. 130

Episode 129: The DNA of a Dream Part 1

Key Questions asked: What does God want? What are the desires of God? What is the will of God? How do we pursue it? KEY POINTS OF THE DNA OF THE DREAM God has a hidden will and a revealed will. God knows the past, future, etc. God has given us the freedom. The Bible is truth. Until we know the who we won’t know the what or how or why ? What would I do for the glory of God if I knew I would not fail? Big Ideas: Key Areas: Family, church, vocation, citizenship How do you want to see the heart of G...

Jan 06, 2023•51 min•Ep. 129

Episode 128: Happy 2023!

Looking into 2023 and a New Year . As followers of Jesus. How do we get to the end of the year and recalibrate? How should we walk into 2023? Brent and Jeff share topics they are challenging the process on personally as they start a new year and strive to live for God in 2023. Jeff Be a man and a leader with Godly character Personal integrity Moral courage. Stand up for righteousness. Moral challenge. Brent Personal holiness Civic responsibility: we are the light we need to bring the light to th...

Dec 30, 2022•30 min•Ep. 128

Episode 127: Christmas Fun

Stay tuned because after this episode, they take a break for the holidays and will be back on December 30th for a little New Year’s kick off. Connect with SLU: Instagram Register for SLU Learn more about The LIFT Tour Learn more about YPS Connect with our Hosts: Brent's Instagram Brent's Twitter Jeff's Instagram Jeff's Twitter...

Dec 09, 2022•42 min•Ep. 127

Episode 126: The Supporting Cast

The Wise Men The conclusion we should all have after reading the scripture is we are all the supporting cast. The wise men. They didn’t see baby Jesus. They saw toddler Jesus. The shepherds saw the baby Jesus. The magi followed the stars, and they would have been walking months to see Jesus. Jesus came for all. Everyone. It was a cool thing they came from far away, and Jesus wanted them to meet Jesus. Jesus didn’t come for just one group, He came for all people, the whole world. They were observ...

Dec 02, 2022•32 min•Ep. 126
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