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Spiritual warfare is real and as Christian leaders, we need to understand what that warfare looks like. The Apostle Paul provides a brilliant overview in his letter to the Ephesians. God has equipped us to fight the good fight and we have everything that we need to come out victorious, as well as leading our people well. Resource Highlight- This Lingering Darkness David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr David wraps up this important series by exploring some more of the key themes in the Acts of the Apostles. The goal for this study is to look at ways we can apply these themes into our lives and churches today. Resource Highlight- Peter and Paul in Acts David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, South America, Nepal and India. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved! Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr David continues this important series by exploring some of the key themes in the Acts of the Apostles. The goal for this study is to look at ways we can apply these themes into our lives and churches today. Resource Highlight- New Testament Snapshots David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr. David discusses why we should still be paying attention to this important New Testament book. The Acts has never stopped being relevant for the Christian community even though it is ignored by many believers. Dr. Luke's message is still important and the church would do well to spend more time in this amazing book. Resource Highlight- Peter and Paul in Acts David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr. David wraps up this important two-part series. Most Christians would say that knowing and following God's will is an important part of their lives. At the same time, many would also testify to a sense of frustration at actually knowing what that will is. Dr. David provides four practical keys to help you discover God's will for your life. Resource Highlight- New Testament Snapshots David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr. David explores this important topic of how Christians can discover the will of God. He provides some practical insights on why many Christians get frustrated trying to uncover God's plan for their life. Unlocking the will of God is not as mysterious as many of us think. Resource Highlight- Peter and Paul in Acts David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr. David explores the important topic of church safety. How does your church keep its members safe? Are there plans in place on how to deal with disruptive, criminal, or violent situations if they were to rise at your church this next Sunday? David gives some practical tips to help you get started. Resource Highlights- This Lingering Darkness Sheep Dog Church Security Strategos International David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr. David discusses several important things that we can do to make ourselves more promotable. The job market has changed and many people are content to never step into a leadership role. For many others, though, they are looking for the challenge of leading a team, a division, or maybe even an organization. David provides a good framework to help us get ready for that next step. Resource Highlight- Leading into the 21st Century...and Beyond! 2.0 David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

The workplace has changed so much over the last several years, but there are still several universal principles that will help us all become better at what we do. Dr. David explores several of these and discusses how we can all be more successful in our respective careers. Resource Highlights- Atomic Habits- James Clear Street Cop David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

How many of us have asked this question? So many of us have ideas, dreams, and goals that we've chosen to sit on because we weren't sure the time was right. Dr. Dave challenges all of us to take a step out of our comfort zone and move in the direction of our dreams. Resource Highlight- This Lingering Darkness: An EMP Thriller- Book Two David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr. David explores four of the most important roles that leaders occupy. These four things are what separates great leaders from the average ones. How can you implement these four areas in your own leadership life? Resource Highlights- Leading into the 21st Century...and Beyond! 2.0 You the Leader- Phil Pringle Top Ten Qualities of a Great Leader- Phil Pringle David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr. David provides several practical tips on how to develop a Bible-reading habit. How do you read the Bible? Let us know if this was helpful to you! Resource Highlights- Miracles in Mark Miracles in Mark- Video course One Year Bible- NLT Version The YouVersion Bible App David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr. David explores the fascinating subject of utilizing AI generated voices to narrate your book. There are many arguments that both authors and readers bring up against artificial voices. There are also several compelling reasons why writers should consider creating an audiobook narrated by a voice.  Resource Highlight- The Night that Wouldn't End David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Jesus left his followers with the Great Commission, instructing them to carry the Gospel and to make disciples throughout the world. Missionaries are often the ones who have been on the front lines of spreading the message of Jesus over the last 2000 years. Dr. David explores some of the ways that modern missionaries continue to fulfill the Great Commission. Resource Highlight- Reflections on the Resurrection David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, South America, Nepal, and India. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Dr. David takes a look at the amazing Old Testament character of Caleb. Caleb was credited with having "a different attitude." David digs into the story and discusses what this different attitude meant and how important it is for us to have the right kind of attitude. Resource Highlight- New Testament Snapshots David and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, Nepal and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much! Show credits: Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0