Allison Park Leadership Podcast
99 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 154 ratingsA podcast where we have culture-creating conversations.
The world today is too complicated and messy for Christians to avoid tackling the difficult questions.
Hosted by Pastor Jeff Leake and his son Dave Leake, the Allison Park Leadership Podcast is a series of conversations designed to help Christians advance their leadership and equip them to lead through uncertain times.
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Episodes
Are Christian Beliefs Outdated or Should We All Just Become Fundamentalists?
May 11, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this week’s episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss whether theology is static or if it progresses with our understanding of God. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Is The Megachurch Movement Toxic?
April 27, 2022 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBWith the recent situation surrounding Hillsong being brought to light, many Christians have been wondering if there is something ungodly about the megachurch model. In this week's episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave Leake address what happened with Hillsong and discuss the nature of megachurches. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Is Swearing A Sin?
April 13, 2022 10:00 - 54 minutes - 37.1 MBIn recent times, cursing has become a more nuanced topic that has become a conversation piece. In this week’s episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss swearing and whether it’s appropriate or not. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Wrestling With Doubt
March 30, 2022 13:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBIn this week’s episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave are joined by special guest Pastor Preston Ulmer to discuss his ministry and some of the content from his book, The Doubter's Club. https://www.thedoubtersclub.com/startyourowndc LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
The 6 Way Fracturing of Evangelicalism
March 16, 2022 20:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBIn June of 2021, an article was written by Michael Graham on Mere Orthodoxy about how fractures have formed within evangelcalism. In this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave revisit the topic from the first episode, discussing what the 6 different fractured labels represent and which category they fall into. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Is Anyone Called Anymore?
March 02, 2022 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIn recent years, there has been a great reduction in the pool of people who are called into ministry, which poses the question: Why? In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave talk about what callings are and if people are still called today. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Weathering Weariness
February 16, 2022 18:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn a survey done by George Barna, in the fall of 2021 around 38% of people in ministry were seriously considering quitting. In weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss how to deal with weariness, and what we can do to “weather the wilderness.” LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
What Does It Mean To Be A Christian?
February 03, 2022 18:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn recent years it’s become clear that people throughout the world are not on the same page, Christians included! In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss the divide that has been growing over the last decade and what was described in a recent article as the six-way fracturing of evangelical Christianity. What is causing the division? Where do you fit the six categories of 'Christian'? LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] Davel@a...
Season 3 Launches Today!
February 03, 2022 18:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn recent years it’s become clear that people throughout the world are not on the same page, Christians included! In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss the divide that has been growing over the last decade and what was described in a recent article as the six-way fracturing of evangelical Christianity. What is causing the division? Where do you fit the six categories of 'Christian'?
Are Angels Aliens?
November 30, 2021 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBOne of the most watched episodes from this season was the episode "Aliens, Science, and the Future of Christianity". In this week's episode, Pastor Dave and Jeff revisit their discussion on aliens for the Christmas season and the final episode of season two! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Are Angels Aliens?
November 30, 2021 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBOne of the most watched episodes from this season was the episode "Aliens, Science, and the Future of Christianity". In this week's episode, Pastor Dave and Jeff revisit their discussion on aliens for the Christmas season and the final episode of season two! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
How to Handle Conflict and Offense in Our Global Age
November 03, 2021 15:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBRecently a podcast was released called “The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill” by Christianity Today, that sparked discussion about celebrity pastors and mega churches. In this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss the content of this podcast, and how to handle conflict and offense. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Moving Forward Through Traumatic Moments
October 20, 2021 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBThe loss of a loved one is never easy to process and grieve, and it can be hard to push through. In this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss recent events that have affected their lives, and how to keep moving forward in the middle of traumatic moments. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
How To Succeed In Each Decade Of Your Life
October 06, 2021 17:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBOne of the most requested topics for the podcast surrounded finding your purpose. In this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave continue the discussion from the previous episode, "Should I Stay or Should I Go?", and talk about the passing of the baton from a generational perspective and the purpose of each decade. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Racism
September 15, 2021 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBAfter the incidents of 2020, it became very obvious that the topic of inequality became. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave are joined by special guest Toni Turner to discuss the final problem of their 5 part series, "Sexuality, Social Justice, and the Sacredness of life", finishing off with the issue of Racism and what Christians and the Church can do to reconcile. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Ins...
The Sacredness of Life
September 01, 2021 18:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBWith the topic of pro-choice being one of the bigger debates in the American culture, it can be difficult to find where Christians should stand on this issue. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave continue their 5 part series with special guest Amy Scheuring , discussing how Christians should approach the issue involving the sacredness of life. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dav...
Part 3- Gender and Sexuality
August 18, 2021 14:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBSome of the biggest questions in our society today relate to sex and sexual identity, but not a lot of Pastors are talking about it! In this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave add the third installment into their five part series, Sexuality, Social Justice, and the Sacredness of life, in which they will discuss the Bible's views on sex and sexuality. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleak...
Social Justice - The Poor and The Marginalized
August 06, 2021 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBIn this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave continue their 5 part series of Sexuality, Social Justice, and the Sacredness of Life with their second episode which discusses Social Justice and how the church should tackle issues on the poor and marginalized. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Sexuality, Social Justice, and the Sacredness of Life
July 21, 2021 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBThe culture in America currently is very divided on many major issues, making it hard to navigate as a Christians. In this week’s episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave set up their 5 part series which discusses hese divisive issues, and how we as Christians should approach them. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Christians and Cannabis
June 23, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBIn more recent years, recreational marijuana has become legal in some states, with more states allowing this as time goes by. In this weeks episode, Dave and Jeff talk about the compounds found within Marijuana, and how it relates to Christians. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Aliens, Science, and the Future of Christianity
June 09, 2021 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBThe existence of aliens has been a topic of discussion in culture for many decades. In the 2021 Covid Relief Bill, one of the requirements of the U.S. government is to deliver and unclassified report on U.F.O.'s. In this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss the long awaited topic of aliens, science, and the future of Christianity. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Should I Stay Or Should I Go? - A Conversation On Discerning God's Purpose
May 26, 2021 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBLots of times leaders struggle with discerning whether to leave a difficult situation or tough it out. And that’s before we even mentioning how hard it can feel to understand God’s opinion! In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss what it feels like to know you’re in God’s calling. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Should the Church Stop Using the Old Testament?
May 05, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBAndy Stanley, the Pastor of North Point Community Church, wrote something very controversial about the necessity of the Old Testament in the modern day church. In this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss whether or not we should "unhitch" from the Old Testament. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Is It Insensitive to Convert Someone to Christianity?
April 21, 2021 17:00 - 54 minutes - 37.1 MBEvangelism is a word that Millennials tend to view in a poor light. In this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave talk about how we should evangelize, and if it is insensitive to convert someone to Christianity. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Worship Culture & Weirdness
March 31, 2021 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBThe debate of whether worship should be directed towards the believer or unbeliever has been going on for many years. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave discuss the different aspects of worship culture, and who the worship service should be directed towards. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
When Will What I Do Be Enough?
March 17, 2021 12:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBAs leaders, it can sometimes feel like we can never do enough. This week, Pastor Jeff and Dave explore the question, "When will what I do be enough?" LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Should Pastors Become Uncool Again
March 03, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBWhat place does the pursuit of influence through being “cool” has in the church? In this episode Jeff and Dave discuss whether or not some of the recent moral failings of church leaders was a direct result of image management and how to be relevant without selling out. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Rebuilding Through the Ruins of 2020
February 03, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBLast year, the world faced many challenges, some of which we are still facing today. In this weeks episode, Pastor Jeff and Dave talk about how we can rebuild our lives through the ruins of 2020. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Faith, Politics, and Activism
January 20, 2021 12:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBWith political tension rising since the beginning of 2021, finding out where to stand can be difficult. This week Jeff and Dave discuss the challenge of navigating living in a politically charged nation as a Christian. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Pet Peeves and Principles of Preaching
September 23, 2020 19:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBNot all preaching is created equal. In this episode Jeff discusses some of his biggest pet peeve mistakes preachers make and the principles he uses to write his messages. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Why We Won't Post Raw Reactions on Social
September 23, 2020 19:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBThe world we live in is so heavily influenced by social media, but obviously not everything that gets posted should be. In this episode, Jeff and Dave discuss why it's so important for leaders to filter their emotions before posting on social media. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Which Idea Wins?
September 23, 2020 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBGood ideas are a necessity for every top level organization, but they don't always seem so easy to come by. In this episode, Jeff and Dave discuss not just how to pick the best ideas, but why you might be missing some gems you had never noticed before. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
When Is It Ok To Disobey The Government?
May 20, 2020 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBWhen (if ever) is it ok to disobey the government? When is the time for civil disobedience? And are there any steps to take before reaching that point? Jeff and Dave discuss disobedience and what the most Christ-honoring response is to government decisions that potentially hinder the work of the Church. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
What Have We Learned About Online Church
May 20, 2020 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode Jeff, Dave and special guest Brendon Robinson discussed all that we've learned at Allison Park about the "Do's and Don't's" of online church. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Is Corona God's Judgement On The World?
April 28, 2020 22:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBIs Corona God's judgement on the world? Or is it an attack of the Devil? Or something totally different? Join us in the discussion. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Has Corona Killed The Church As We Know It?
March 27, 2020 16:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBEverything has changed since the Coronavirus outbreak. The only way for church to function, currently, is online. But what happens after the outbreak is over? Can things ever "go back to normal?" Or Has Corona killed the Church as we know it? LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
How Honest Is Too Honest?
March 20, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBWhere is the line of too honest vs. not honest enough? Jeff and Dave discuss principles of candor in leadership in this episode. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Faith, Fear and Wisdom
March 20, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBAmidst difficult decisions related to the Coronavirus outbreak, Jeff and Dave discuss the balance of faith and wisdom. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Leadership Pain
March 06, 2020 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB"You'll only grow to the threshold of your pain." - Samuel L. Chand Pain and the willingness to bear it is oftentimes the grow cap leaders in organizations of all sizes run into. In this episode Jeff and Dave discuss the importance of pain and how God can bring good out of it. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Black History Conversations
February 14, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBThere's something sacred about giving honor to those who came before us. Black History Month is a perfect time to honor and remember often forgotten heroes. In this episode, Jeff and Dave Leake are joined by special guests Kelli Brownlee and Justin Murrell to discuss Black History Month. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Why Multisite?
January 31, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBThere are lots of different church models, but recently the multisite model of "one church in several locations" has come into the spotlight. In this episode, Jeff and Dave discuss the strategy and merits of the multisite model and whether or not it has value moving forward. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Are You Being Led? Or Just Doing Your Own Thing?
January 10, 2020 19:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBWhat does it really mean to be led by God? Lots of decision sound good. Many of them can be wise and even honoring to God, but that does that mean you're being led by God? LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Is it always God's will to heal?
December 27, 2019 16:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBIs it ALWAYS God's will to heal? In light of the tragedy that befell the Heiligenthals of Bethel Church and their controversial decision to pray for the resurrection of their two year old daughter, Olive, this episode aims to have a clarifying conversation around the theology and practice of supernatural healing in the modern church. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Pastors and Alcohol
December 13, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBAlcohol has been a hot button topic in American Christianity for a long time. Is drinking ok for Christians? What about Pastors or ministry leaders? If we drink are we putting ourselves at risk? If we don't drink are we alienating non-christians simply out of religious tradition? In this episode we discuss all of these questions and more! Listen and let us know what you think! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] Davel@allisonparkchurch...
Paul Vs. Barnabas Callings
November 30, 2019 23:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBA conversation about the calling of some churches and/or people to be "Paul" types and for others to be "Barnabas" ones. "Paul" types tend to be in a very fast-paced or potentially high-risk setting and don't necessarily have the luxury to slow down for team members to work out their issues. Barnabas types tend to take bigger risks on people in order to develop them from "diamonds in the rough." LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] Dav...
What Is Success?
November 07, 2019 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBWhether you're a pastor, worship leader, business leader or something entirely different the question of how to define success is complicate! The episode is a conversation attempting to uncover a baseline for how we should define success in whatever walk of life you're in right now. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Raising Kids In Ministry
November 07, 2019 16:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBA discussion on the good, bad and ugly of raising kids in ministry. LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake
Defining Success
November 07, 2019 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBWhether you're a pastor, worship leader, business leader or something entirely different the question of how to define success is complicate! The episode is a conversation attempting to uncover a baseline for how we should define success in whatever walk of life you're in right now.
Finding Balance Between Being "Attractional" And "Spirit-Led"
November 04, 2019 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBA discussion on how to balance the need to be attractionally (or evangelistically) relevant vs the need to maintain room for the Holy Spirit to move in church services LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetwork Email: [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @Jeffleake11 @Dave.Leake