The Christian Leader Made Simple Show
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.
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Episodes
241 episodes
Short Clip: How Working Harder Made Me a Less Effective Minister | DJ Hill
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/ZIgL4nHFt1s?si=1Na2xAdcRIiRBUOG 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-Asses...
The Hidden Emotional Weight Pastors Carry That Nobody Talks About | Dr. Wayne Chappelle
What's subtly wearing you out? Free self-assessment for ministry leaders: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment Join Christian Leader® Community Coaching:
Short Clip: Small Changes That Led Me From 280 Pounds to Great Health | Liv Hill
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/JRoVRZoRclI?si=rN7uApvwDvq4jNyU 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-Asses...
Short Clip: The Hidden Psychological Weight Every Christian Leader Carries | Scott Sistrunk
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/rxzh4veu8xQ?si=X5d1H9kjbUKxSFDx 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-Asses...
Short Clip: Married Couple Reveals the Moment They Knew Their Marriage Wouldn't Survive
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/qYRTDeyJJS0?si=VXWCqhTo_F60RM6i Description:The Robinettes reflect on a season marked by deep loneliness early in their marriage, even while together. Living overseas, isolated, and...
From Insecurity to Clarity: Why Most Pastoral Transitions Fail | Pastor Chantry Dean
What's subtly wearing you out? Free self-assessment for ministry leaders: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment Join Christian Leader® Community Coaching:
Short Clip: How Pastors Can Recharge Without Stealing Time From Ministry | Liv Hill
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/JRoVRZoRclI?si=rN7uApvwDvq4jNyU 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-Asses...
Short Clip: The Leadership Mistake That Quietly Destroys Your Influence | Scott Sistrunk
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/rxzh4veu8xQ?si=X5d1H9kjbUKxSFDx 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-Asses...
Short Clip: The Robinettes' Reveal What They Had to Confront to Save Their Marriage
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/qYRTDeyJJS0?si=VXWCqhTo_F60RM6i Description:The Robinettes vulnerably share how personal healing was essential to rebuilding their marriage. They describe confronting unhealed traum...
From Confusion to Clarity: How Pastor Raymond Woodward Learned to Hear God's Voice
What's subtly wearing you out? Free self-assessment for ministry leaders: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment Join Christian Leader® Community Coaching:
Short Clip: The Warning Signs Your Body Is Holding You Back from Ministry | Liv Hill
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/JRoVRZoRclI?si=rN7uApvwDvq4jNyU 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-Asses...
Short Clip: You’ll Never Survive Leadership If You Take Rejection Personally | Scott Sistrunk
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/rxzh4veu8xQ?si=X5d1H9kjbUKxSFDx 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-Asses...
Short Clip: Missionary Couple Married 31 Years Shares Their #1 Marriage Habit
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/qYRTDeyJJS0?si=VXWCqhTo_F60RM6i Description:Charles and Stacey Robinette share how intentional closeness—physical, emotional, and relational—helped move their marriage from simply s...
The Leadership Blind Spot No One Talks About | UPCI Youth President DJ Hill
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 y...
Short Clip: How to Rally Your Church Around a Vision Without Forcing It | Dr. David Bernard
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/leJ_lhYyRaY?si=KF4tCrSrclVlwVD8 Description:Dr. David Bernard explains that effective leadership goes beyond casting vision to motivating people to act, especially when change is re...
IBC Library Talk: Building Leadership That Lasts | Ryan Franklin and Justin Reinking (special episode)
This is a special episode of the Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast recorded on site at Indiana Bible College as part of IBC Library Talk.In this conversation, Ryan Franklin sits down with Justin Reinking to talk about what it really t...
Short Clip: Why Good Pastors Explain Away Bad Behavior | Josh Melancon
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/qDb02V0hN9o?si=odVq29iP-N6skAWF Description:In this conversation with Josh Melancon, Josh shares practical wisdom on confronting pride, fear, and unhealthy leadership patterns. He e...
Short Clip: Why Young Pastors Talk Too Much (And What It Costs Them) | Charles Robinette
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/4HjZ0tSOeHQ?si=DxvC9D26_zT8yAXc Description:Brother Robinette offers guidance to young adults sensing a call from God, emphasizing humility, patience, and teachability. He explains ...
The Bible Taught Me How to Manage My Time Better Than Any Self-Help Book
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 y...
Short Clip: Why Your Church Isn't Growing in 2025 (And What Actually Works) | Dr. David Bernard
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/leJ_lhYyRaY?si=KF4tCrSrclVlwVD8 Description:Dr. David Bernard outlines what pastors and ministry leaders must prioritize to see genuine, sustainable growth. He emphasizes apostolic ...
Short Clip: How Pride Hides in the Corners of Your Leadership | Josh Melancon
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/qDb02V0hN9o?si=odVq29iP-N6skAWF Description:Featuring Josh Melancon, this segment explores how pride subtly hides in a leader’s behavior, language, and success. He shares the ongoin...
Short Clip: The Real Reason Pastors Burn Out (It's Not Lack of Results) | Charles Robinette
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/4HjZ0tSOeHQ?si=DxvC9D26_zT8yAXc Description:Charles Robinette recounts a spontaneous kingdom moment in a small-town Waffle House where obedience and spiritual sensitivity turned an ...
This is What Ignoring Your Health Really COSTS You | Liv Hill
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 y...
Short Clip: 3 Questions That Reveal If Your Ministry Vision Is From God | Dr. David Bernard
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/leJ_lhYyRaY?si=KF4tCrSrclVlwVD8 Description:This conversation features Dr. David Bernard reflecting on key moments that shaped his understanding of God-given vision, including his c...
Short Clip: How Bully Pastors Are Made (And How to Unmake Them) | Josh Melancon
Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/qDb02V0hN9o?si=odVq29iP-N6skAWF Description:This conversation features Josh Melancon sharing insights on humility, leadership, and the inner life of a pastor. He reflects on how pri...