Allison Park Leadership Podcast Jeff and Dave Leake

Jeff and Dave discuss the impact of virtue signaling within the church and society. They tackle how to balance activism with pastoring, offering solutions rooted in humility, listening, and genuine leadership. They also touch on the challenges of navigating political polarization, fostering unity, and upholding the values of righteousness and justice. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation aimed at guiding believers in an increasingly divided world.LinkTree:https://linktr...

What is the baptism of the Holy Spirit? Is it relevant for Christians today?Dave and Jeff Leake discuss the significance of the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the contrasting view of cessationism. They discuss the distinction between receiving the Holy Spirit at salvation and the subsequent baptism of the Holy Spirit, addressing common controversies surrounding this topic such as speaking in tongues.LinkTree:https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetworkEmail:Jeffl@allisonparkchurch.comD...

In this episode, we explore the controversial and intriguing topic of church discipline through the lens of Ananias and Sapphira's judgment in Acts chapter 5. We explore how this severe biblical event parallels other divine judgments in Scripture and discuss its implications for understanding God's justice and mercy in the New Testament era. Additionally, we touch on the recent high-profile conflict at the James River Stronger Men's Conference, providing context and reflection on ho...

In this episode, we discuss the recent collision between the holiday celebrations: Resurrection Sunday and Transgender Visibility Day. We discuss how this clash reflects broader tensions between Christianity and the secular worldview, exploring the implications of desecrating sacred spaces and values.Through examining historical and contemporary examples, we highlight the challenge of maintaining faith and responding gracefully in the middle of cultural conflicts.LinkTree:https://linktr....

In this episode, hosts explore the evolving landscape of online church, spurred by insights from Nathan Finochio, Founder of TheosU.They reflect on the tension between leveraging digital platforms for outreach while guarding against the pitfalls of consumerism and individualism.Through historical parallels and personal reflections, listeners are prompted to consider the responsibilities of pastors in guiding congregants through the complexities of the online church.LinkTree:https://linktr.ee/...

With the pandemic exposing the superficiality of some church programs and services, we discuss the important role of discipleship in the church.What is discipleship? Are there biblical lessons we can learn from Jesus and the twelve ordinary men he called to be his disciples? Join us as we discuss the challenge of making disciples and how we can foster contagious disciple-making in the church today.LinkTree:https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetworkEmail:Jeffl@allisonparkchurch.comDav...