AVAIL Podcast
The Art of Leadership
The AVAIL Podcast exists to connect innovators in ministry and business with the top leadership voices in our world. Get ready to be challenged, inspired, and encouraged as you prepare to reach the next level of your leadership journey. www.theartofleadership.com
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Nov 22, 2022 • 41min
Episode 120: Joakim Lundqvist on Living on Mission
In this episode, we connect with Joakim Lundqvist about his heart for missions, how churches can take steps toward being more missions-minded, the importance of reaching out to the church’s next generation, and the power of sharing testimonies of young people who are making a difference for God!

Nov 15, 2022 • 36min
Episode 119: Mike Clarensau on Living a Spirit-Empowered Life
In this episode, Mike Clarensau shares about his new book, A Spirit-Empowered Life. What does a Spirit-empowered life look like? How can we know we’ve stepped into living this way? What are the benefits of surrendering to the Spirit as a leader? Unpack the truths of this principle with us today!

Nov 8, 2022 • 37min
Episode 118: Josh Canizaro on Building a Generational and Interracial Church
In this episode, Josh Canizaro shares with us about building a church that’s both generational and interracial. We’ll explore why churches tend to be homogenous—and why that’s a problem—how we solve that problem practically, and why being a generational and interracial church is so impactful in today’s world.

Nov 1, 2022 • 40min
Episode 117: Greg Davis on Standing Strong in the Storm
In this episode, Greg Davis discusses his book, Standing Strong in the Storm, and the insights readers will find within! Greg’s story is inspiring, and you won’t want to miss the lessons and advice he has to share!
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Timestamps:
0:00: Introduction with Greg Davis
4:00: The Heart Behind Standing Strong in the Storm
8:00: Reconciling Expectation and Reality
13:30: Principles for Leaders in the Book
19:00: The Story of Job
24:00: Encouragement for the Hopeless
29:00: The Other Side
31:30: Greg’s Hope for the Book
33:00: Connect with Greg Davis + Get the Book
36:30: Final Thoughts

Oct 26, 2022 • 39min
Episode 116: Bishop Henry Fernandez on Why It's Imperative to Embrace Change
In this episode, Bishop Henry Fernandez shares insights about leading in a changing world. It's impossible to lead effectively if we're resistant to change; we'll discuss practical tips for how to open yourself up to the new things on the horizon!
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Timestamps:
0:00: Introduction with Bishop Henry Fernandez
5:00: Change and the Pastorate
10:00: The Importance of Embracing Change
15:30: Ways Pastors Get Stuck
27:00: Relevant, Effective Change
31:00: One Condition That Ensures Outcome
34:30: Connect with Bishop Fernandez
36:00: Final Thoughts

Oct 18, 2022 • 38min
Episode 115: Aaron Jayne on The Secret of John's Leadership
Today, we talk with Pastor Aaron Jayne about the secret of John's ministry. While so many Christian leaders build a foundation on how much they love Jesus, rather than Jesus' finished work on the cross! This truth frees us from so much pressure to earn righteousness, and it's the basis of our leadership!
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Timestamps:
0:00: Introduction with Aaron Jayne
5:00: John's Secret to Leadership
12:00: The Desire for a Scorecard
15:00: The Half of the Cross We Don't Understand
19:30: Aaron Jayne's Story
25:30: The Importance of This Message
29:30: Right Things, Wrong Motivation
32:00: For Those Who Feel Burnt Out
35:00: Connect with Aaron Jayne
36:30: Closing Thoughts

Oct 11, 2022 • 41min
Episode 114: Paul Louis Cole on the Importance of Discipling Men
In this episode, Paul Louis Cole unpacks the importance of discipling men in these times. He'll delve into the benefits of this discipleship, what's at stake if we don't, and much more!
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Timestamps:
0:00: Introduction with Paul Louis Cole
6:30: Immaturity in Men
16:00: The Benefits of Discipling Men
32:00: What Happens if We Don't
36:00: Connect with Paul Louis Cole
38:00: Resources and Final Thoughts

Oct 4, 2022 • 42min
Episode 113: Irene Rollins on Reframing Your Shame
In this episode, Irene Rollins shares with us about reframing our shame as leaders. She’ll share insights from her new book, Reframe Your Shame, and give you practical tips on how to change your mindset when it comes to failures, flaws, and addictions. Her story is powerful and the empathy and advice she offers will change your perception on the role of leadership!
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0:00: Introduction with Irene Rollins
4:30: Unpacking the Heart behind Reframe Your Shame
8:00: A Roadmap to Unexpected Destinations
11:00: Yellow Flags: Signs and Tendencies to Pay Attention To
17:30: Confronting the Situation: Conversations that Heal
22:30: The Importance of Prioritizing Marriage as Leaders
26:00: What is Reframing?
30:30: The Lie That You’re Alone
33:30: Why Doing the Work is Worth It
35:30: Connect with Irene Rollins
41:00: Final Thoughts
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Irene Rollins is a certified Emotional Health Coach and has over 25 years of experience in full-time ministry as Senior Pastor of i5 City alongside her husband, Jimmy. Irene and Jimmy have since gone on to found TWO = ONE, a ministry whose mission is to equip and empower married couples.

Sep 27, 2022 • 41min
Episode 112: Garrett Booth on Raising Healthy Pastors Kids
Today, we sit down with Garrett Booth about his doctoral dissertation, what he’s discovered about pastor’s kids, their experience growing up in ministry households, how pastors can pour into them effectively, and much more.

Sep 20, 2022 • 36min
Episode 111: Matt Keller on Becoming a Next-Decade Leader
In this episode, we sit down with Matt Keller to discuss his journey and what leaders will need in order to be effective in the next decade! What is a calling? What tools do we need to move forward? What resolutions will we have to make? All this and more in this episode!


