Operating in the Spirit of Kingdom Excellence with Towanda Coles

Towanda Coles
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Operating in the Spirit of Kingdom Excellence is the podcast for those looking for practical wisdom coupled with biblical truth to execute the King’s agenda according to His standards in the most excellent way. Topics to be covered on the podcast include church leadership, personal and leadership development, family, relationships, and more. https://msha.ke/towandacoles

Episodes

  1. 12/29/2023

    It's Time To Grow Up

    This message was shared at High Calling Ministries in Upper Marlboro,MD. It’s a message that shifted me while I was sharing it as I believe the Lord was transitioning me in that moment to prepare me for the work He was bringing me into.  This message is one that will challenge you to separate yourself from the status quo and courageous step into the next season of your life.  There are places and spaces where the Lord wants to take you that demands a more mature version of who you are today. I pray the message blesses and challenges you to move from where you are and GROW to where GOD would have you to be.  Book Reference: 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth by John C. Maxwell https://a.co/d/2vQdlZ0

  2. 05/24/2023

    Navigating Transition In Ministry, Marriage & Parenthood

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we encourage you to get the help and support you need. Seek resources online or from trusted leaders and mentors who can point you in the right direction. Remember, it's ok not to be ok and it takes courage to step out and ask for the help and support you need.  Key Takeaways:-"GOD didn't call me to be perfect, He called me to be me". ~ Minister Eugene Griffin -"Don't let the church kill you". ~ Pastor Christopher M. Brown -"Don't chase the platform because it could end up hurting you if you are not graced for it". ~ Minister Eugene Griffin Self-Leadership Tips:-Leaders are learners. However, if you consume information, do it consistently. -Be a lifelong student. Do not discriminate where you get information from; even if you disagree with it. -Consistently work on your craft Resources: The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery https://a.co/d/g2Pe7DLCourage To Be Disliked https://a.co/d/dTo7qox

  3. 11/28/2022

    A Youthful Perspective of Kingdom Excellence

    According to Elder Lafaun, excellence is an identity; it's not just a tool or skill or what we're found doing with our hands but rather how we are doing what GOD has called us to do with our hands. Excellence is what we give out; it's the ability to stand out. Elder Lafaun defines Kingdom Excellence as the quality of being outstanding or extremely good under the rulership/jurisdiction of a King. Kingdom Excellence is not possible without the King. We cannot operate with Kingdom Excellence if we have no relationship with the King. The words we speak are a testament to our level of consecration; we must remember that our words matter and have the ability to shape our world. Book Recommendations from Overseer Lafaun: The Baptism of the Holy Spirit; Kenneth Wilson The Tabernacle of David; Kevin Conner How to Connect with Overseer Lafaun Davis on Social Media: Facebook Book: Lafaun Davis Instagram + TikTok: @azarael_ace7

  4. 10/26/2022

    Managing Transitions with Kingdom Excellence

    Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Operating in the Spirit of Kingdom Excellence podcast. Keys to remember when navigating transition in the local church: The Power of Prayer - Remember,  this is the Lord’s church, we serve under His domain, we follow His blueprint as provided for us in His word, and we turn to Him, not our preferences, opinions, education, or influence for how we should manage the transition in His church. The Importance of Preparation - The preparation process reveals character, one's ability to be humble and teachable, whether one can be accountable, how one handles correction and spiritual discipline, how one demonstrates their submission to serve in areas where they’re needed and not necessarily where they want to serve.  Before the promotion, one must be prepared for the assignment. This waiting period, this time of preparation is a prerequisite for effective leadership. Do not be swift in promoting the gifted but wait for the demonstration of the anointing by the fruit that is produced without a position, without a title, without a platform. The Responsibility to Propel - To propel simply means to help move forward. After we’ve prayed to GOD for wisdom, and instruction, sought counsel in helping to formulate a plan for facilitating a change or transition, and have done the necessary work in preparation through coaching, training, and development it is time to move forward. No one ever said the change would be easy or embraced, however, when we are clear we’ve heard from GOD, He will make all things right in His time. Transition is not just happening to our seasoned saints in terms of asking GOD what’s next but for our emerging leaders who are stepping into new roles and responsibilities asking, what am I supposed to do now? GOD requires us to steward well what has been entrusted to us and we want to ensure we manage our seasons of transition well. Recommended Resources: Next - Pastoral Succession that Works https://www.amazon.com/Next-Pastoral-Succession-That-Works/dp/080100571X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1JAQBGT017TMK&keywords=next+pastoral+succession+that+works&qid=1666455491&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjEzIiwicXNhIjoiMS45MyIsInFzcCI6IjEuOTkifQ%3D%3D&s=books&sprefix=Pastoral+succ%2Cstripbooks%2C75&sr=1-1 What To Do Next; Taking Your Best Step When Life is Uncertain- Jeff Henderson https://www.amazon.com/What-Do-Next-Taking-Uncertain-ebook/dp/B09ND7THGC/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=2E8DMG6HH7KHC&keywords=What%E2%80%99s+next&qid=1666409305&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjQ0IiwicXNhIjoiMi4xMSIsInFzcCI6IjIuMTQifQ%3D%3D&s=books&sprefix=what+s+next%2Cstripbooks%2C80&sr=1-2-spons&psc=1 How to Connect With Towanda: msha.ke/towandacoles

  5. 03/21/2022

    Walking in Kingdom Excellence

    To learn more about the King’s Table, visit newbirth.org Key nuggets shared during this episode from Pastor Carla Stokes include: :If GOD can trust you with another man’s work, He’ll give you your own. ::We all win, when we put in together. ::Sometimes, we see and say and sometimes, we see and pray. To connect with Pastor Carla Stokes on social media, follow her on these platforms: Instagram: @carla.a.stokes Facebook: Carla Stokes Pastor Carla Stokes is currently reading Walking In Your Assignment by Bishop John Francis. To access this title and other resources for kingdom leaders, visit https://kingdomexcellenceconsulting.my.canva.site/.

  6. 02/24/2022

    Balancing Marriage + Ministry

    Kingdom Excellence is obedience. ~ Pastor Jeff Morton Balancing marriage and ministry will always be a work in progress and will look different for every couple based on where they are in their journey. Keys To Balancing Marriage + Ministry :Have a solid prayer life! :Be intentional with checking in with how you’re feeling :Be ok with sitting with how you’re feeling no matter how vulnerable it makes you feel :Give yourself grace in every space :Allow your spouse space to have an outlet Pastor Jeff is currently reading Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis and Lady Ariel is reading Dare to Lead by Brene Brown and The Emotionally Healthy Leader by Peter Scazzero. You can find these and other leadership resources here https://kingdomexcellenceconsulting.my.canva.site/ How to Engage with Pastor Jeff and Lady Ariel Morton on social media: Instagram : @mrsarielmorton : @j.morton1 : @therhythmofpeace - Family Based Mental Health Services servicing the Baltimore area : @isrealife For more information about IsReaLife, visit www.isrealife.com

  7. 01/17/2022

    Why Honor Matters In The Local Church

    Proverbs 24:3 NKJV “Through wisdom, a house is built, and by understanding, it is established.” We can build the house but if we do not establish it, it will not last. We must be careful to guard ourselves against thinking different is wrong. We need to honor the wisdom and experience of our seasoned senior leaders as well as honor and respect the ingenuity and youthful perspective of emerging leaders. Key Components for Demonstrating Honor in the Local Church: Submission Obedience Humility There are certain battles you will not win with your education because we’re in spiritual warfare. It is important for all leaders, but especially emerging leaders, to be humble and recognize spiritual principles that apply to spiritual warfare so that you can face the battles GOD has positioned us to win. When leading in the local church, you must be in a relationship with the people you are called to steward. Servant leadership is service before leadership. One issue observed in the 21st-century church is the selection of leaders without a track record of service in either small areas or without a title. Honor plays a huge part in how you serve in the church; you can serve but can you serve honorably. A key component to understanding leadership in the church is how your honor your spiritual leaders. How to Connect with Pastor Jason Woods, Sr. Facebook - Jason Woods Instagram - @jazzforlyfe To purchase Battle Cry by Jason Wilson, visit our leadership resource page at https://kingdomexcellenceconsulting.my.canva.site/

  8. 12/22/2021 ·  Bonus

    How to Stay Encouraged While Serving in Ministry

    Ways to Stay Encouraged While Serving in Ministry Always Remember the Why; GOD has called us to this work. We do what we do for the glory of GOD and not for the praise of man. Get Connected to Community; Surround yourself with those who will love, affirm and support you and remind you that you’re doing a GREAT JOB! Remember, serving in ministry is costly. Be intentional about surrounding yourself with family, trusted friends, and advisers who will give you the extra push you need. Focus on what’s working; Spend time building, developing, and improving what is working and remind those serving with you that the team is about great work. Focusing on what’s not working can drain you of your time and energy and can be an entryway for discouragement to creep in. Delegate; Everything does NOT require your attention; learn to empower others and allow them to flex their leadership muscles. We should never make serving in ministry about us and about what others can do for us but about what we can do for GOD together. Establish boundaries; NO is a complete sentence and requires no explanation. Burnout comes as a result of poor boundaries and trying to shoulder the responsibility of doing all the things on your own. Get Help; Train, develop, and leverage volunteers and other team members to help you. Be ok with things not being handled the way you would do it; instead, be encouraged there are others willing and able to assist you. Towanda has put together a list of resources to help grow in your leadership capacity. Take a look at the full list of resources here to add to your personal library or to study together with your ministry teams. https://kingdomexcellenceconsulting.my.canva.site/ Disclaimer: We are an Amazon affiliate and receive a small commission off items purchased. Are you connected with us on social media? Facebook - Kingdom Excellence Consulting & Towanda D. Coles Instagram - @KingdomExcellenceConsulting

  9. 11/15/2021

    Kingdom Excellence From A Pastor's Perspective

    Today’s guest is Pastor George W. Hawkins Jr, the Sr. Pastor or High Calling Ministries in Upper Marlboro, Md. He and his wife have been married for over 30 years and are the proud parents of an adult son. You find out more about High Calling Ministries at https://highcalling.org Having the heart to serve starts with being honored to serve in any capacity in the Lord’s church and having the humility to understand we can do nothing without GOD. Pastor Hawkins advice to young leaders: Stay at the feet of Jesus and do not try to please people. To be faithful is to be faith-filled in what you’re doing when you don’t see results coming immediately. The church is not where you live, it’s where you learn how to live and take what you learn home and apply it. There is safety in servanthood. Ways to Connect with Pastor Hawkins: Fb -George W. Hawkins, Jr. IG - @pastorghawk Weekday Morning Devotional Wake Up With the Word {Mon - Fri @ 6a} Fb- WUWTW Wake Up With The Word IG- @wakeupwiththeword Book Recommendation: Skill Will Bring Success - Mike Prah https://amzn.to/3wrra7D

  10. 10/25/2021

    Defining Kingdom Excellence

    Working Definition of Kingdom Excellence: Submitting to the King's authority and operating according to the His agenda in the most excellent way.  At the core of Kingdom Excellence, is a heart for service. Those who achieve excellence are competent and proactive.  In order to lead whether at home, in the church, or in the marketplace we must surround ourselves with those not afraid to speak the honest truth with aggressive love coupled with generous grace.  Examples of excellence demonstrated in the scriptures: Daniel 6:3; Daniel possessed an excellent or extraordinary spirit concerning his administration of the Kingdom Genesis 1; the intentionality and detail of creation I Corinthians 13 - Love is the more excellent way Keys to Operating in the Spirit of Kingdom Excellence can be summed up this way: - Prioritize Prayer - you must be intentional about spending time learning the heart and will of the Father through prayer - Embrace and Seek Out Accountability - Understand the BluePrint; Having a Relationship with the Scripture - Love GOD, love His People "You cannot operate in the spirit of Kingdom excellence without the spirit of kingdom excellence operating in  you" - Towanda Coles Question for Self Reflection: How is kingdom excellence being demonstrated in your life? To whom have you given permission to hold you accountable? To follow me on social media: Facebook - Towanda D. Coles Instagram - Kingdom Excellence Consulting To be a guest on the podcast, email info@kingdomexcellenceconsulting.com

  11. Season 1, Episode 1 Trailer

    Introduction to Operating in the Spirit of Kingdom Excellence

    Welcome to the Operating in the Spirit of Kingdom Excellence Podcast with Towanda Coles! How we represent the Kingdom of GOD matters. What matters, even more, is making sure we're following the King’s agenda His way and according to His standards. This podcast is for anyone who desires to challenge themselves to grow in their leadership capacity and to lead in the most excellent way. https://linktr.ee/Kingdomexcellenceconsulting

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Operating in the Spirit of Kingdom Excellence is the podcast for those looking for practical wisdom coupled with biblical truth to execute the King’s agenda according to His standards in the most excellent way. Topics to be covered on the podcast include church leadership, personal and leadership development, family, relationships, and more. https://msha.ke/towandacoles

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