The Christian Leader Made Simple Show

Ryan Franklin | Christian Leader Made Simple
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Many leaders are searching for clarity in a very confusing world. Their lives are chaotic and they struggle with their effectiveness, and as a result, they don’t enjoy leadership as much as they could. I provide a framework called The Christian Leader Blueprint that helps leaders learn and master the biblical skills needed to improve their leadership health and effectiveness. It helps a person gain a better rhythm of life, see themselves more clearly, leverage their strengths, and produce more productive relationships. You can download The Christian Leader Blueprint - Short Guide for free today at www.ryanfranklin.org.#leadershipdevelopment #personalgrowth #leadership #ministry #pastors #churches #leadershiptraining #christianleader #leader #influence #executivecoach #leadershipcoaching #productivity

  1. 1d ago

    Short Clip: The Leadership Lesson Pastors Miss in the Nehemiah Story | Chad Parker

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/Vm5CkstyloU?si=7mzWuzi-qtGWSE8e  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: Chad Parker uses the examples of Nehemiah, Joseph, Daniel, and Jesus to illustrate that effective leadership moves beyond recognizing needs to taking organized, intentional action. He emphasizes that spiritual burdens should lead to planning, collaboration, and sustainable solutions. While acknowledging concerns that community involvement can distract churches from their spiritual mission, Parker argues that churches should remain firmly rooted in the gospel while also caring for people's physical and social needs. He concludes that true ministry addresses the whole person, combining biblical truth with compassionate action. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity): Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9 Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr   Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook   Connect with Ryan: Email: info@ryanfranklin.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/ Website: https://www.ryanfranklin.org     Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com     #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

  2. 5d ago

    Short Clip: Why Growth Would Break Most Churches | Adam Shaw

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/S7dYjsbb9o4?si=vLPS2JUevBGWyrih  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: Adam Shaw explains that increasing leadership capacity begins with honest self-assessment and identifying the "jars" (skills, character traits, and competencies) missing from one's life. He encourages seeking feedback from trusted people, learning from mentors, and intentionally developing areas such as discipline, technical ability, theology, relationships, and time management. Shaw emphasizes that every new level of responsibility requires greater personal capacity, and he illustrates this by describing how his church proactively prepared its leaders and systems to sustainably handle future growth rather than being overwhelmed by it. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity): Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9 Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr   Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook   Connect with Ryan: Email: info@ryanfranklin.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/ Website: https://www.ryanfranklin.org     Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com     #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

  3. Aug 3

    What Does It Actually Mean to Walk in the Spirit? | Pastor Cortt Chavis

    What's subtly wearing you out? Free self-assessment for ministry leaders: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Join Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  Pastor Cortt Chavis has preached across the country, served in combat, and planted a thriving church in Loganville, Georgia. He has seen God move in remarkable ways. But the thing he keeps coming back to is this: walking in the Spirit is less about chasing supernatural moments and more about daily faithfulness. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Cortt for a conversation about what Spirit-filled living actually looks like for leaders in the real world. If you've been waiting for a feeling, chasing an experience, or wondering why your spiritual life feels more like a performance than a reality, this conversation is for you. It's time to stop overcomplicating it and start walking. Connect with Cortt Chavis: https://www.instagram.com/corttchavis/ https://www.facebook.com/cortt.chavis  Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Website: https://www.ryanfranklin.org  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    What Does It Actually Mean to Walk in the Spirit? | Pastor Cortt Chavis

  4. Jul 30

    Short Clip: What Does Your Walk With God Actually Look Like Right Now?

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/dGY675fJKOM?si=CN-uySERVmitIAae  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: In this session, Ryan Franklin explores the subtle danger of spiritual drift in leadership, using King Solomon's life as a powerful example. He shares practical steps for staying spiritually aligned with God, including rebuilding consistent time with God, cultivating honest accountability, and identifying personal markers of spiritual health. Ryan challenges leaders to honestly assess their current spiritual condition and take action before small compromises become significant consequences, emphasizing that leaders finish well by continually returning to alignment with God. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity): Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9 Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr   Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook   Connect with Ryan: Email: info@ryanfranklin.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/ Website: https://www.ryanfranklin.org     Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com     #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

  5. Jul 27

    Short Clip: How Do You Grow Your Leadership as Your Church Gets Bigger? | Chad Parker

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/Vm5CkstyloU?si=7mzWuzi-qtGWSE8e  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: Chad Parker explains how his leadership evolved from personally ministering to individuals toward building systems that allow ministries to grow safely and sustainably. He emphasizes that effective leadership requires strong policies, training, accountability, and organizational health. Parker encourages pastors not to focus on starting new ministries but to first listen to their communities, identify unmet needs, and build partnerships with existing organizations. He concludes that administration is not opposed to ministry—it is a God-given tool that protects the mission and helps churches serve people more effectively. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity): Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9 Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr   Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook   Connect with Ryan: Email: info@ryanfranklin.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/ Website: https://www.ryanfranklin.org     Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com     #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

  6. Jul 23

    Short Clip: Why Most Pastors Secretly Love Being Needed | Stan Gleason

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/tqHaPdFkN4Y?si=b88RRn2KOice1_hL  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: In this conversation with Stan Gleason, leadership and discipleship are explored through the lens of Acts 6 and the early church. Gleason discusses how pastors can unintentionally limit growth by holding too tightly to ministry roles instead of equipping others to serve. He emphasizes the importance of trusting Spirit-filled people, sharing responsibility, and building a culture where disciples are empowered to lead and minister effectively. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr  Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Download The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint  Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  YouTube and Audio Podcast:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast  Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

  7. Jul 20

    Stop Hiding Your Weakness and Start Letting God Use It | Darin Sargent

    What's subtly wearing you out? Free self-assessment for ministry leaders: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Join Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  What do you do with the parts of yourself that feel like a limitation? Darin Sargent was born with one hand — and spent years wondering why God made him that way. What he discovered changed everything. In this episode, Darin shares the powerful moments that reframed his identity, from a father speaking Psalm 139 over a broken little boy to a teacher who celebrated his uniqueness in front of a whole classroom. Now an author, speaker, executive coach, and Director of Ministry Central for the UPCI, Darin brings a simple but life-changing message: the broken places in your story are not the end. They're often where the best part begins. Connect with Darin Sargent: https://www.intentionalfamilyministries.com/  Battle the Beast (Book) - https://amzn.to/3Q3PJ90 (affiliate link) Parenting with Purpose (Book) - https://amzn.to/3Q3PJ90 (affiliate link) Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Website: https://www.ryanfranklin.org  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    Stop Hiding Your Weakness and Start Letting God Use It | Darin Sargent

  8. Jul 16

    Short Clip: The Hardest Lesson Pastor Rodney Shaw Learned About Leading Change

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/2J5NPiZnOEU?si=UsfkoFa7-4RtwgXD  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: Rodney Shaw reflects on how ministry taught him that people often support change in theory but resist it when it becomes personal and practical. He explains that church members form deep emotional connections to traditions, systems, and experiences that shaped their spiritual journey, making change feel like loss. Shaw emphasizes that effective leadership requires empathy, patience, and a “follower-centric” mindset that prioritizes people over personal vision. He warns leaders against becoming “wrecking balls” and encourages pastors to carefully discern what truly needs to change versus what merely frustrates them personally. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr  Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Download The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint  Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  YouTube and Audio Podcast:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast  Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

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Many leaders are searching for clarity in a very confusing world. Their lives are chaotic and they struggle with their effectiveness, and as a result, they don’t enjoy leadership as much as they could. I provide a framework called The Christian Leader Blueprint that helps leaders learn and master the biblical skills needed to improve their leadership health and effectiveness. It helps a person gain a better rhythm of life, see themselves more clearly, leverage their strengths, and produce more productive relationships. You can download The Christian Leader Blueprint - Short Guide for free today at www.ryanfranklin.org.#leadershipdevelopment #personalgrowth #leadership #ministry #pastors #churches #leadershiptraining #christianleader #leader #influence #executivecoach #leadershipcoaching #productivity

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  • Creator
    Ryan Franklin | Christian Leader Made Simple
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    269
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast with Ryan Franklin
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