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The Lead Ministry Podcast

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by Josh Denhart

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Podcast Overview

Lead Ministry is here for you, the dedicated people in ministry leadership. Our fast-paced, inspirational podcast offers practical steps in each episode to help you thrive. Our focus: *GET SKILLS - Implement systems to avoid burnout. *GET INSPIRED - Embrace leadership as a path to disciple-making. *GET MOVING - Apply episode ideas to enhance your ministry. Join us on a journey to navigate the challenges of ministry, from volunteer management to team building, and lead with purpose and passion in your service.

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1/8/2020

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Episode thumbnail for 341. Conflict Happens — 10 Rules Every Ministry Leader Needs to Know

July 27, 2026

341. Conflict Happens — 10 Rules Every Ministry Leader Needs to Know

<p>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the Lead Ministry Podcast, Josh Denhart and Bill Van Kirk wrap the July Conflict series with ten practical rules every ministry leader needs when conflict shows up at the door. They explore the difference between peacekeeping and peacemaking, offering ministry leaders a working playbook for handling the hard conversations they&#39;d rather avoid.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;If you&#39;ve ever felt unprepared for the relational fallout that comes with leadership, this episode will equip and inspire you with ten field-tested principles you can put into practice this week.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Topics Covered&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Act quickly and lead with the benefit of the doubt &amp;ndash; the first two rules that change everything.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Make it right, not being right &amp;ndash; why winning the argument can cost you the relationship.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Peacekeeper vs. peacemaker &amp;ndash; the difference that defines the kind of leader you&#39;ll become.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Quote&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&quot;There&#39;s a difference between peacekeeping and peacemaking. Peacemakers take initiative, do the hard work, and choose humility.&quot;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scripture References&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Matthew 5:9&lt;/strong&gt; &amp;ndash; &quot;Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.&quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Proverbs 15:1&lt;/strong&gt; &amp;ndash; &quot;A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.&quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Takeaway&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Conflict is not the enemy &amp;mdash; disunity is. Lead with humility, address tension early, talk to the person not about them, and trust that God is using every hard conversation to grow you into someone who looks more like Him.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Call to Action&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We hope this episode encourages and equips you. Share it with a friend and stay tuned for more resources each week.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Stay Connected for More Resources&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Visit our website: &lt;a href=&quot;http://leadministry.com&quot;&gt;http://leadministry.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow us on Facebook: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/LeadVolunteers&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/LeadVolunteers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find us on Instagram: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/leadvolunteers&quot;&gt;https://www.instagram.com/leadvolunteers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</p>

Episode thumbnail for 340. The 4 Types of Leaders: Are You an Influencer, Intimidator, Incompetent, or Infamous?

July 20, 2026

340. The 4 Types of Leaders: Are You an Influencer, Intimidator, Incompetent, or Infamous?

Josh Denhart and Vance Martin of Slingshot Group interview ministry leaders about the four leadership types, revealing how likability and ability combine to create true influence.

Episode thumbnail for 339. Just Deal With It: The 5 Ways Leaders Respond to Conflict (Only One Works)

July 13, 2026

339. Just Deal With It: The 5 Ways Leaders Respond to Conflict (Only One Works)

Host Josh Denhart interviews Vance Martin of Slingshot Group about the five ways leaders respond to conflict, revealing the single effective approach for ministry leaders to manage tension and foster healthy outcomes.

342 total episodes available with 25 transcripts

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What is The Lead Ministry Podcast?

Lead Ministry is here for you, the dedicated people in ministry leadership. Our fast-paced, inspirational podcast offers practical steps in each episode to help you thrive.

Our focus: *GET SKILLS - Implement systems to avoid burnout. *GET INSPIRED - Embrace leadership as a path to disciple-making. *GET MOVING - Apply episode ideas to enhance your ministry.

Join us on a journey to navigate the challenges of ministry, from volunteer management to team building, and lead with purpose and passion in your service.

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This podcast updates weekly.

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