Proven Perspectives with John Hawkins

Proven Perspectives is a podcast with John Hawkins, Founder of Leadership Edge Inc. Each episode explores a topic related to life, leadership and mentoring. Through over 50 years of faith in Christ, John has learned proven life and leadership perspectives that will equip listeners for a lifestyle of leadership in their marriages, families, careers, communities, and churches.

Finishing Well 04/15/2024

Finishing Well In this episode, Laura and John, along with Janet, discuss the meaning of wrapping up your career and living all of life as a God-centered adventure. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/30821068

Passing the Baton 04/01/2024

Passing the Baton All organizations go through leadership transitions. The challenge is doing a leadership transition in a God-honoring way that positively moves the organization forward. Listen in as Laura, John, and their guests discuss how Leadership Edge is doing a leadership transition by God's grace and for His glory. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/30596513

What Happened on the Cross? 03/18/2024

What Happened on the Cross? The cross of Christ is the universal symbol of Christianity. But what is its meaning? More specifically, what actually happened on the cross and why? Listen in as Laura and John get at the meaning of the cross and its impact on our daily lives. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/30421623

The Remarkable Witness of Those Who Have Gone Before 03/01/2024

The Remarkable Witness of Those Who Have Gone Before Ever wonder how to encourage someone to stand fast in their faith during a hard season? Hebrews 10-12 gives a wonderful, poignant picture of this that is relevant for every believer. Listen in as Laura and John talk through these verses and their relevance for daily life. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/30188548

Every Christian's Story 02/15/2024

Every Christian's Story Every Christian has their story or testimony of how they came to faith in Christ. Understanding "our story" in light of how the Bible describes the salvation story of all who have come to faith in Christ is enormously beneficial. Join in as Laura and John talk through the glorious salvation story in Ephesians 2:1-10. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/29957768

The Impact of Harold Bullock 02/01/2024

The Impact of Harold Bullock Many people help us in life. And there are a few people who help us become the person God wants us to be. In this episode, Laura and John talk about the impact of Harold Bullock in John's life and how God can use us to help others become what He wants them to be. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/29737238

God-Centered Guidance for the New Year 01/15/2024

God-Centered Guidance for the New Year Whether at the New Year or throughout the year, we all need daily guidance and confidence for life's opportunities and challenges. Listen in as Laura and John discuss two scripture passages that give a God-Centered basis for daily life. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/29460523

Revisiting The Reality That Breaks Anxiety 01/01/2024

Revisiting The Reality That Breaks Anxiety Today, we are revisiting this classic episode of Proven Perspectives. Anxiety seems to be rampant in the US and other countries. In this episode, Laura and John discuss a scripture passage on anxiety that we often don’t not how to understand and the reality behind it that can break anxiety’s grip. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/29129828

Revisiting Leaving the Results with God 12/15/2023

Revisiting Leaving the Results with God Join us as we revist this classic episode of Proven Perspectives. Leadership Edge Founder, John Hawkins, reflects on living by faith. He states, "In faith I must do all that God calls me to do today-- then I must leave the results with God." /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/28995198

A Vision for All Generations 12/01/2023

A Vision for All Generations Gen X, Gen Y, Gen Z, Gen A? Generational cohorts are helpful for Christians to understand. And yet the Bible says that each generation has similar core needs that are clearly addressed for every generation in the Bible. Join in as Laura and John thoughtfully discuss core needs of every generation and how to be relevant across the generations. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/28874823

Making Disciples Who Lead 11/15/2023

Making Disciples Who Lead In this episode, Laura and John take a fresh look at the Great Commission in Matthew 28:16-20. In various ways, we tend to miss the meaning of the Commission, who it was originally given to and the hope that it is based upon. Listen in and you'll likely leave with new motivation and insight in living out Christ's commission to all of His disciples. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/28573953

Training That Sticks 11/01/2023

Training That Sticks We often find ourselves in the position of training others, whether it's instructing our children on room cleaning, training employees at work, or training members of our church. In this episode, Laura and John delve into John's decades of training experience, sharing ten key insights that make training effective and enduring. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/28489490

The Impact of Life-on-Life Mentoring 10/15/2023

The Impact of Life-on-Life Mentoring Life-on-life mentoring was consistently essential in developing the leaders of the first-century church. That is not the case now. Listen in as Laura and John unpack the concept of life-on-life mentoring and why it is so important for Christians and churches today. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/28298537

My Life for Yours 10/01/2023

My Life for Yours God calls every Christian to be involved in ministry to others. This can take various forms through the years of one's life. Listen in as Laura and John talk through practical ideas of giving up our lives for the benefit of others for the glory of God. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/28181774

The Amazing Blessing of Church Membership 09/15/2023

The Amazing Blessing of Church Membership The Bible says that the Church is the Body of Christ. Among all that this means, it certainly means that one of the great blessings Christians have is to be a member of His body, His church. Listen in as Laura and John dig deep into this blessing. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/28035420

To Love and To Cherish 09/01/2023

To Love and To Cherish "To love and to cherish till death us do part" is a fundamental phrase in Christian wedding vows. Join Laura and John as John shares what he's learned about loving and cherishing, and a few other things, through his 46-year marriage to Janet. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/27906843

Knowing God - Life's Great Privilege and Purpose 08/15/2023

Knowing God - Life's Great Privilege and Purpose Knowing God is the great privilege and purpose to which all Christians are called. But the pressures of day-to-day life often redirect us from this great calling. Listen in as Laura and John discuss how to focus on knowing God throughout the days of your life. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/27629157

The Great Value of a Few Good Friends 08/01/2023

The Great Value of a Few Good Friends Men were made by God for Christian brotherhood. And yet so many Christian men go through life on their own, not benefitting from the loyalty, understanding and courage that can come from brothers in the Lord. Listen in as Laura and John talk about the benefits and costs that come with Christian friendship between men. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/27616899

Raising Boys Who Become Men - Part 2 07/15/2023

Raising Boys Who Become Men - Part 2 Three fathers of boys continue the conversation started in the last episode with Dr. Gary Chapman. Todd Melby is joined by two godly men, Eric Smith and Adam Hoover, who have each been impacted by Leadership Edge. They discuss the challenges, successes and hopes they have for living as God's men in the sphere of influence of parenting. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/27458289

Raising Boys Who Become Men with Dr. Gary Chapman 07/01/2023

Raising Boys Who Become Men with Dr. Gary Chapman Today, LEI President, Todd Melby sits down with Dr. Gary Chapman to discuss parenting boys. Gary is a well-known pastor, counselor, public speaker, and author. He hosts a radio program called A Love Language Minute and is the best-selling author of numerous books including The Five Love Languages series of books which includes The Five Love Languages of Children which may be helpful for some of our listeners today. Gary and his wife of more than 50 years, Karolyn, have two adult children and two grandchildren. Resource: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/27248055

Wanted: Leaders and Managers 06/15/2023

Wanted: Leaders and Managers Every organization, whether businesses, families, churches or communities, need managers and leaders. Someone has to manage this week's payroll and someone has to lead the company into what it must be in the future. Join Laura and John in a wide-ranging discussion of leading and managing and the lessons about these in I Samuel 30. Resource: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/27152319

Being First: From Mentor/Mentee to Lifelong Friends 06/01/2023

Being First: From Mentor/Mentee to Lifelong Friends Bob Hostetter is a husband and father who works in financial services from Dallas, TX. Bob is also the first person mentored through Leadership Edge after it launched at Duke University. In this episode, Laura leads a meaningful discussion between John and Bob as they talk about their 30-year friendship. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/26968116

Leadership, Change, and Vision 05/15/2023

Leadership, Change, and Vision Acclaimed leadership expert John Kotter says that a vision clarifies the direction in which we should move. Proverbs says that without vision people wander off. Join Laura and John as they discuss the practical dynamics of Leadership, Change and Vision. Resource: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/26814090

No Wasted Lives 05/01/2023

No Wasted Lives Whether one of many years or few, a wasted life is a tragedy. Join Laura and John as they discuss how to live your life according to its intended purpose. /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/26675922

Managing for the Glory of God 04/15/2023

Managing for the Glory of God Washing socks, handing out doughnuts and coffee and the glory of God. How do these three things fit together? Listen in as Laura and John talk about how daily menial tasks provide great opportunities to glorify God. Resource: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/26537733

Countdown to Retirement 04/01/2023

Countdown to Retirement Retirement can be a transition to a great season of life or a movement into disappointment and futility. In this episode, Laura and John talk about John's upcoming retirement and what it means to him. Listeners will gain practical, Biblical insights no matter how near or far they are from retirement. Resource: Resource: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/26396493

Devotional Diagnostic: Lessons Learned from 52 Years of Quiet Times 03/15/2023

Devotional Diagnostic: Lessons Learned from 52 Years of Quiet Times How does a Daily Quiet Time become Meaningful Fellowship with Christ with the focus being on God's part and not on our own? Join Laura and John as they share practical insights learned over 52 years. Resource: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/26230365

God's Part and Ours 03/01/2023

God's Part and Ours In large responsibilities and small, Christians understand that God has a part and we have a part. Listen in as Laura and John discuss "God's Part and Ours" from a Biblical and practical perspective. You'll find in this episode helpful insight that is relevant to all of your spheres of influence. Article: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/26087214

Two Tests for God-honoring Leadership 02/15/2023

Two Tests for God-honoring Leadership Volodymyr Zelensky has become an internationally acclaimed example of effective leadership. In this episode, Laura and John discuss Zelensky as a leader and then extend their discussion to the area of God-honoring leadership. As you listen, you'll learn of Two Tests for God-honoring Leadership and what these look like in everyday life. Article: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/25930221

The Precious Gift of God-honoring Influence 02/01/2023

The Precious Gift of God-honoring Influence Few of this generation know of Mahalia Jackson and her influence in Martin Luther King’s I Have a Dream Speech. Listen in as Laura and John discuss this story as an example of The Precious Gift of God-honoring Influence. Article: Article: /episode/index/show/6eb8c8cd-3584-4496-ab39-cc84a3d75302/id/25788987

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