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Episode 9 Show Notes:
Hearing God’s Voice
“Before we were even born, he gave us our destiny; that we would fulfill the plan of God who always accomplishes every purpose and plan in his heart.” - Ephesians 1:11 TPT
“For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.” - Romans 8:14
“The sheep that are My own hear and are listening to My voice; and I know them, and they follow Me.” – Jesus, John 10:27 (AMPC)
“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows His handiwork.” - Psalm 19:1
Key Points:
God speaks and communicates. If you’re a follower of Jesus, then you have within you the Holy Spirit – He leads and guides us – including speaking to us.
A part of what makes being a follower of Jesus so amazing is that we not only talk to God but He talks back! God speaks/communicates to us all the time.
Here are some of the ways the Lord speaks to us:
BibleThrough OthersCircumstancesDreamsHoly Spirit’s Still Small VoiceYour next steps:
Believe you can hear God’s voicePractice hearing His voiceAdditional readings:
4 Keys to Hearing God’s VoiceHearing God - Dallas Willard -
Episode 8 Show Notes
What Holds You Back From Being The Leader God Calls You To Be? Could It Be Unforgiveness?
“Before we were even born, he gave us our destiny; that we would fulfill the plan of God who always accomplishes every purpose and plan in his heart.” - Ephesians 1:11 TPT
“Righteousness and Justice are the foundation of Your throne…” - Psalm 89:14`
“Blessed are the peacemakers…” - Matthew 5:9
“So if you are presenting a sacrifice at the altar in the Temple and you suddenly remember that someone has something against you, leave your sacrifice there at the altar. Go and be reconciled to that person. Then come and offer your sacrifice to God.” - Matthew 5:20-23
Key Takeaways:
Did you know that God moves at the speed of relationship?
Righteousness = Being “right with God and therefore committed to putting right all other relationships in life.”
Did you know that your refusal to be “righteous” can be a problem in your own relationship with God?
You can’t control other people – only you. But if you’re unwilling to forgive someone – you may be your own worst enemy. Your refusal to forgive may be a ball and chain to your being a success in God’s view.
Unforgiveness is the only poison YOU drink hoping the other guy will die!
Your next step:
First thing to remember – is that there is always a choice to be made:Who do I want to be?God sent us to be powerful agents of transformative change. Do I choose to change the world – or just look like it?Is there anyone you cannot stand the thought of? That’s probably the person you need to be praying for. Ask God, if possible, to reconcile that relationship. Go before God and ask Him to help you be righteous. -
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Episode 7: How to Not Let Failure Defeat You!
“Each time he said, ‘My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.’ So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” - 2 Cor. 12:9-10 NLT
“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let the patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” - James 1:2-4
“If we endure, we shall also reign with Him” - 2 Tim. 2:12
Key Takeaways:
Our reaction and attitude toward hard times comes down to identity. How do we view ourselves? Is it as an agent of transformative change sent by God with a purpose? How we respond as followers of Jesus to hardship should be countercultural and Christ-like.
What you believe about God is THE most important thing about you.
Crisis is a normal event on the road to your destiny. Failure should always be a teaching moment for you and others.
We are in training for reigning!
Next Steps:
What to do after you fail:
1. Decide to be the type of person that understands as followers of Jesus, we live within a different Kingdom context, at the next moment of crisis, BE THAT PERSON!
2. Declare it – put feet to action.
3. Thank and praise God for His love and His purpose coming to fruition.
4. Expect God to direct your every step.
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Episode 6 Show Notes
What is the Wall in Front of Your House?
“Above the Horse Gate, the priests made repairs, each in front of his own house. Next to them, Zadok son of Immer made repairs opposite his house. Next to him, Shemaiah son of Shekaniah, the guard at the East Gate, made repairs. Next to him, Hananiah son of Shelemiah, and Hanun, the sixth son of Zalaph, repaired another section. Next to them, Meshullam son of Berekiah made repairs opposite his living quarters.” - Nehemiah 3:28-30
Key Takeaways:
The currency of the Kingdom of God is love.
The story of Nehemiah. They completed this unbelievable challenge of building a wall for their city in only 52 days which immediately shifted the culture of that community to a place of peace and safety.
Changing the world doesn’t have to be dramatic. It starts by addressing the wall in front of your house.
What does the wall in front of your house mean to you? Think proximity – where has God got you planted.
Family – your #1 priorityNeighborhoodWorkplaceGroup of friendsStop comparing your impact and influence to other people. In the kingdom of God, everybody’s contribution is critical to the outcome of making earth look more like Heaven.
Next Steps:
Ask yourself these questions, “What’s the wall in front of my house?”“How can I bloom where I’m planted?”Read the books of Nehemiah and ActsAsk God to speak to you as you read and meditate on those rich lessonsKeep a spiritual journal -
Episode 5 Show Notes
“What it Means to be a Change Agent to Culture”
“Before we were even born, he gave us our destiny; that we would fulfill the plan of God who always accomplishes every purpose and plan in his heart.” - Ephesians 1:11 TPT
“Culture is the ‘artificial, secondary environment’ which man superimposes on the natural. It comprises language, habits, ideas, beliefs, customs, social organization, inherited artifacts, technical processes, and values.” – Richard Neibuhr
Key Takeaways:
The story of William Wilberforce.
Three things you should know about Wilberforce and his friends
They lived their lives imitating Jesus to the best of their abilityThey had deep, abiding relationships with God and one another i.e., they loved God and loved their neighborThere were two things that motivated their missional commitment to a transformed culture:Concern for the lost – those who did not have a relationship with Jesus ChristA belief that they could influence the world to be a better place to live for all peopleChange agents can be for both good and evil.
Being a change agent first and foremost means our personal pursuit to become increasingly like Jesus in order that the culture around us looks like love. It means being salt and light wherever it is that God has planted you. It means starting within and working your way out because you can only give away what you’re carrying in your own heart.
Next Steps:
Discover the stories of other change agents and build your faith by seeing how God works through themRead about William Wilberforce and his friends in the book, “Amazing Grace” by Eric Metaxis (there’s also a movie)Read “The Heavenly Man” by Brother Yun or “God’s Smuggler” by Brother Andrew -
Episode 4 Show Notes
Don’t Call Yourself a Leader? Listen to This
“Before we were even born, he gave us our destiny; that we would fulfill the plan of God who always accomplishes every purpose and plan in his heart.” Ephesians 1:11 TPT
“From one man, Adam, he made every man and woman and every race of humanity, and he spread us over all the earth. He sets the boundaries of people and nations, determining their appointed times in history.” Acts 17:26 (TPT)
“For we are God’s [own] handiwork, recreated in Christ Jesus, [born anew] that we may do those good works which God predestined for us [taking paths which He prepared ahead of time], that we should walk in them [living the good life which he prearranged and made ready for us to live].” Ephesians 2:10
Key Takeaways:
In the Kingdom of God, leadership is NOT WHAT YOU THINK
In the Kingdom, we’re all followers. Leadership is good followership.
Kingdom leadership is leadership by choice, not by gifting.
God’s not going to have you do anything you are incapable of doing by His strength!
Everybody has the opportunity to change the flavor of the environment to which God has assigned them --- by being salt and light.
Next Steps:
You’ve been sent purposefully to a time and space – Start being aware of what that time and space consists of!Ask God to highlight what He wants you to address (Jesus did nothing on his own) -
Episode 3 Show Notes – The Power of God
“Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are
possible.’” - Matthew 19:26
“You do not have because you do not ask God.” – James 4:2
“For I the Lord, do not change.” - Malachi 3:6
“For the eyes of the Lord search to and fro throughout the earth that he might strongly support
those whose hearts are completely his.” - I Chronicles 16:9
“What you think about God is the most important thing about you.” - AW Tozier
How to Train for Reigning:
1. You ask God to help you (James 4:2)
2. You stir the embers of your faith
3. Exercise your faith muscles
4. Immerse yourself in the stories of how God has shown up for others.
● God Smuggler
● George Mueller
5. He will reward you for your faith
Imagine a city in which it was commonplace for every follower of Jesus to believe God for
impossible things.
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Episode 2 Show Notes – Discerning Your Purpose
“Before we were even born, he gave us our destiny; that we would fulfill the plan of God who always accomplishes every purpose and plan in his heart.” - Ephesians 1:11 TPT
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” - Jeremiah 29:11-13
Clues to Follow on the Holy Bread Crumb Trail of Purpose
● Gifting
● Experiences & points of personal impact (like Muller & Juv Div)
● Circles of influence (Workplace, Community, Home)
● Prophetic utterances
● Networks (random or of common cause)
● What do people say about your strengths and calling
Entire Heart + Persistent Pursuit = Precise & Purposeful Existence
Additional ways to uncover your purpose
● Take a personal assessment (Strengths Finder, Personality Assessment, Spiritual Gifts
Test, etc.)
● Ask others to point out your strengths and most effective qualities
● Ask God
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Episode 1 Show Notes – Realizing Your Identity
Most men live lives of quiet desperation and go to the grave with the song still in them. – Thoreau
Consider the following verses and think about what God is saying about you and to you.
“From one man, Adam, he made every man and woman and every race of humanity, and he spread us over all the earth. He sets the boundaries of people and nations, determining their appointed times in history.” Acts 17:26 (TPT)
“I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Your works,
And my soul knows it very well.My frame was not hidden from You,
When I was made in secret,
And skillfully wrought in the depths of the earth;Your eyes have seen my unformed substance; And in Your book were all written
The days that were ordained for me,
When as yet there was not one of them.”Psalm 139:14-16
“For we are God’s [own] handiwork, recreated in Christ Jesus, [born anew] that we may do those good works which God predestined for us [taking paths which He prepared ahead of time], that we should walk in them [living the good life which he prearranged and made ready for us to live].” - Ephesians 2:10
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” - Jeremiah 29:11-13
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The SALLT Leadership Podcast is for Christian leaders who want to live a purposeful life, grow in their faith, and maximize their abilities and influence for the Kingdom of God. Whether you’re a CEO, a creative, an educator, or a home-maker, you’ve been strategically sent to your area of influence to love God’s people and accomplish His will. In the SALLT Leadership Podcast, we’ll give you the practical tools you need to understand your unique purpose as a leader and execute God’s plan for your life. Listen to each episode as we explore how you can walk courageously with the God of the impossible and step into the calling you’ve received as a Christian leader. You’ve been commissioned to your community for such a time as this! It’s time to rise up and reach your leadership potential for the good of the Kingdom.
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Wes sat down with Jantzen Miller, a coach and business consultant for Christian entrepreneurs and SALLT's Director of Strategic Communications, to talk about why it's important to lead with authenticity. In this conversation, you'll hear Jantzen's personal story about coming to terms with her personal identity in Christ and learn some simple ways to uncover your unique strengths and gifts so you can share them with others.
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In this episode, Wes sits down with Thomas Hill III, the chief executive officer of Kimray, Inc about how hope can help us recover our lives when we lose our way. As the grandson of Kimray’s founder, Garman Kimmell, Thomas grew up around the family business and manages the family-owned company with a sense of stewardship and heritage.
In 1948, Kimray revolutionized pressure regulation in the oil and gas industry by introducing a three-inch pilot-operated back pressure regulator. The company has since grown to be a globally-known manufacturer of a comprehensive line of reliable, smart, and inventive American-made control equipment for safely and efficiently producing oil and gas. Having worked in virtually every department, Thomas has an intimate knowledge of the processes and people involved from start to finish.
Thomas earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at Oklahoma State University. He and his wife have been married for over 30 years and have six children. When he is not doing something with his family, working at Kimray, or sharing his story with others, you will find Thomas reading and writing, collecting LAMY fountain pens, and learning something about everything.
Thomas grew up in a high-performing family, which shaped his belief that people are worth what they can accomplish. This sent Thomas on a long and unfulfilling journey of pursuing success by constantly doing bigger and better things. Life eventually spun out of control, and Thomas hit rock bottom. Unfortunately, this meant Kimray hit rock bottom at the same time.
Thomas’s story does not end there. Through significant pain and loss, he began the long and difficult road of recovery that transformed his life and leadership. Today, Thomas enjoys sharing his story with others who can benefit from the lessons he has learned. He is committed to carrying the message of Recovering Leadership to other “addict leaders” and practicing these principles in his personal life. -
Mike Hays is a man filled up with purpose and hope. Listen in as he and Wes talk about the many ways God works through Mike and the church he leads. Britton Christian Church is a platform for followers of Jesus to leverage God's giftedness to serve others in their community, specifically to the youth. They are leading their community to become a place of flourishing for all.
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When people think about leaders, they often think of people who have etched their place in society over many years. Baruc Lara is an emerging leader rising up for this moment in time. He is an entrepreneur, the founder of The Gap Between Foundation, and the Author of The Incredible True Story. With plans to graduate from the University of Oklahoma in 2022, Baruc Lara is not waiting for the future to make an impact. Listen in to how a hope-filled journey has led Baruc to make an impact now.
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We are back for Season 4! Today, Wes sits down with leadership expert Jeremie Kubicek, Executive Chairman of GiANT Worldwide to talk about making a GiANT impact as a kingdom leader. Jeremie is most recently the best-selling author of The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following. To see more of how Jeremie impacts the world around him, keep reading below.
• Co-author with Steve Cockram of two books: “5 Gears: How to Be Present and Productive When There is Never Enough Time”; and “5 Voices: Discover Your Voice, Build Your Team and Change Your World”
• Best-selling author of “Making Your Leadership Come Alive: 7 Actions to Increase Your Influence”
• Co-founder of the GiANT companies (GiANT Worldwide, GiANT Partners, GiANT Capital and GiANT Impact)
• Creator of the Leadercast global simulcast
• Partner in several current start-up organizations
• Former CEO over the national Catalyst conferences
• Former CEO over the John Maxwell brand
•Developer of The Prairie at Post, a, modern niche real estate development in Edmond, OK -
In our final episode of season 3 on Hope Leads, Wes sits down with Mart and Tyler Green to talk about what it looks like for hope-filled people can lead towards the flourishing of a city. The conversation talks about movements of unity, and the thoughtful compassion that is necessary to see to all people being loved well and cared for in a city. We will be back in August with new content for you.
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Wes sits down with Lisa Billy to talk about her hope filled journey. Lisa Johnson Billy is a Chickasaw-American politician who represented Oklahoma House of Representatives District 42, which includes Cleveland, Garvin, Grady and McClain Counties, from 2004 to 2016. She served as deputy whip and vice chair of the Republican Caucus. Lisa is an extremely family-oriented person and has raised her family with a rich knowledge of the Chickasaw heritage.
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Wes sits down with Brent Vawter, Sr. Area Director of CBMC (Christian Business Men's Connection) to talk about the path of healthy and intentional leadership. Brent's role is focused on developing male leaders towards a redemptive path to shape culture at home and at work in healthy ways.
As the Area Director for CBMC in Oklahoma, Brent gives strategic and operational support to the ever-growing network of Christian businessmen who are helping others find their identity in something greater than their work, while also finding greater meaning and purpose through their work.
Brent creates connection-points for businessmen to find mentors, small groups and executive forums that will help them discover God's purpose for their lives and be fruitful with the responsibilities God has given them. -
Wes sits down with Mo Anderson to talk about how her unique journey and the path to living and leading your best life. Nicknamed the “Velvet Hammer” for her soft and distinctly effective leadership style, Mo Anderson’s personal integrity, faith and unending drive positioned Keller Williams to become one of the most successful franchises in real estate history. Mo served as Keller Williams CEO for more than 10 years and currently serves as vice chairman of the board. A sought-after speaker and gifted writer, Mo’s recently published book, A Joy-Filled Life: Lessons from a Tenant Farmer’s Daughter…Who Became a CEO, chronicles a truly American success story while encouraging readers to follow their own dreams, set high standards and at all times, “do the right thing.”
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Wes sits down with Jane Jayroe-Gamble to talk about how hope flows from a graceful and a grace filled life. Jane is defined by grace, and carries a grace that generates hope in people's lives. Listen in for an impactful conversation to draw you closer to the heart of God, and His great plans of hope that are established in grace for your life.
Jayne Anne Jayroe-Gamble is a well known broadcaster, author and public official and former American beauty queen from Laverne, Oklahoma, who was Miss Oklahoma in 1966 and Miss America in 1967. Jayroe worked as an anchor in TV news in Oklahoma City and Dallas-Fort Worth broadcast media markets for 16 years. - Vis mere
