#585: Navigating Life's Storms: Timeless Wisdom from the Hall of Faith
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Release Date: 05/06/2024
IL #645: Your Measure of Faith: Leading Within God's Design
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Many leaders spend years imitating others—chasing influence, comparing callings, or trying to prove their worth through titles and performance. But true, Spirit-led leadership begins when you stop comparing and start stewarding the measure of faith God has entrusted to you. In this episode, we explore what Paul meant in Romans 12:3 when he wrote about the “measure of faith” given to each of us. It’s not a scale of who has more—it’s a reminder that every believer has a unique calling, gift mix, and capacity that God expects us to lead from with both humility and confidence. Drawing...
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IL #644: What Happens to Leaders After Their Wilderness Journey?
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
You’ve walked through the hard season. The silence. The waiting. The refining. And now you sense something is shifting—but what comes next? In this episode, we explore what happens after the wilderness. Through the stories of Moses, Elijah, David, Paul, Jesus, and others, we see a consistent biblical pattern: the wilderness is not the end. It’s a doorway into your next divine assignment. God doesn’t lead leaders into the wilderness to break them—He leads them there to build them. Once the refining work is done, He sends them forward with greater clarity, deeper humility, and a...
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IL #643: Why Strong Leaders Need Their Wilderness Journey
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Strong leaders aren’t forged in the spotlight—they’re formed in the solitude of the wilderness. In this episode, we explore a truth many Christian leaders overlook: before God entrusts us with influence, He often leads us into obscurity. From Moses and David to Paul and Jesus, Scripture reveals a consistent pattern—great leadership is shaped in the quiet, difficult, and hidden places. Whether you feel sidelined, stuck, or spiritually dry, your “wilderness” may not be a setback at all—it could be sacred preparation for the calling ahead. You’ll hear: 7 biblical examples of...
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IL #642: Are You With God, or Just Hoping He's With You?
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
As Christian leaders, we often launch plans, initiatives, or businesses and then pray for God’s blessing. But what if we’re asking the wrong question? In this episode, we explore a powerful lesson from Joshua’s encounter before the Battle of Jericho—a moment that reshaped his leadership posture and should reshape ours too. When Joshua asks a mysterious warrior, “Are you for us or for our adversaries?” the answer is startling: “No; but I am the commander of the army of the Lord. Now I have come.” (Joshua 5:14) This divine encounter reveals a crucial leadership truth: God isn’t...
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IL #641: Let God Write your Story: Trusting the Author of Your Life
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
In this inspiring episode, we delve into the profound realization that God is the ultimate Author of our lives. Many of us, especially leaders, have felt the urge to take control of our narratives, especially when faced with uncertainties or challenges. However, each time we attempt to write our own stories, we find ourselves facing anxiety and confusion—because, fundamentally, we are not the Author. Join us as we explore what it truly means to let God write our stories. We'll discuss the importance of recognizing God as the sovereign Author, the transformative power of releasing control,...
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IL #640: The Danger of Expediency in Leadership: Lessons from Ruth
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
In this episode, we explore the story of Elimelech from Ruth Chapter 1—a man whose decision to flee famine in Bethlehem for Moab seemed logical, even necessary. But what started as a temporary fix quickly spiraled into long-term tragedy, leaving behind brokenness, loss, and bitterness. Christian leaders today face similar moments of pressure—times when expediency seems like the only option. But Elimelech’s story serves as a timeless warning: choosing the convenient path over the faithful one can have devastating consequences. We’ll unpack the historical and spiritual context of...
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IL #639: Leadership Failures That Shatterred a Nation--And What They Mean For You
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
In this compelling episode of our podcast, we discuss one of the darkest yet instructively rich narratives found in Judges 19–21, offering a profound exploration of leadership gone awry. These chapters serve as a stark reminder of the havoc that poor leadership can wreak, not just on individuals but on entire communities. Through this discussion, we unravel five pivotal leadership failures that not only led to national catastrophe but also serve as crucial learning points for today’s leaders in any field. Each story provides actionable insights into how we can better navigate our roles. We...
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IL #638: Faithfulness in Leadership: Trusting God with the Resulsts
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Faithfulness in Leadership: Trusting God with the Results Every Christian leader faces seasons of discouragement—times when hard work seems unnoticed, progress feels slow, and faithfulness appears to bear no visible fruit. But what if faithfulness isn’t about immediate results? What if God is working in ways we cannot yet see? In this episode, we explore the power of unseen faithfulness through biblical examples like Ruth, Joseph, the Hebrew midwives, and Anna. These individuals lived in obedience to God without knowing how their small acts of faithfulness would shape history. Their...
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IL #637: 6 Lessons from Caleb: The Overlooked Leader of Unshakable Faith
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Most leaders look to well-known figures for inspiration, but what if one of the most powerful examples of faith-driven leadership has been overlooked? In this episode, we explore the story of Caleb—a man whose unwavering trust in God set him apart in a generation of doubters. Caleb stood against the fear-driven majority, holding fast to God’s promises even when the odds seemed impossible. His story isn’t just about ancient battles and conquests; it’s about the challenges leaders face today—standing firm in conviction when others waver, embracing patience when God’s timing seems...
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IL #636: Servant Leadership Lessons from Jesus: What Do You Really Want?
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Every great leader must answer a simple but powerful question: What do you really want? Jesus asked this question multiple times, and each time, it revealed something profound about leadership, faith, and transformation. In this episode, we explore four encounters where Jesus asked this question and how they apply to Christian leadership today: James and John sought power, but Jesus taught them that leadership is about servanthood. Bartimaeus boldly asked for sight, demonstrating faith and persistence in leadership. The lame man at Bethesda had to decide if he truly wanted change,...
info_outlineIn episode #585, we delve into “Navigating Life’s Storms: Timeless Wisdom from the Hall of Faith,” a captivating exploration of how leaders can weather life’s toughest challenges with faith and resilience. Drawing from Hebrews 11, this episode illuminates the journeys of biblical figures who mastered life’s storms with unwavering faith. Discover actionable insights and strategies for Christian leaders to navigate their own storms, turning trials into triumphs with courage, confidence, and a deep-rooted faith in God’s promises.