The Emotionally Healthy Leader Podcast
Pete Scazzero
Many pastors and church leaders today feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and frustrated that their churches don’t seem to be making mature disciples. The Emotionally Healthy Leader Podcast explores the paradigms and practices leaders need to transform their church culture and multiply deeply changed disciples.
Episodes
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Dec 28, 2021 • 29min
Top 5 Most Listened to Podcasts of 2021
In today's episode, Pete plays highlights from five of the most popular podcast episodes from 2021.
Dec 21, 2021 • 19min
Surrender to Jesus' Birth In and Through You (A Daily Office)
In today's episode, we'll discover that it's in silence that we learn to pay attention to what God is birthing in and through us.
Dec 14, 2021 • 36min
Palace or Cave: Where True Power Resides
In today's podcast, Pete shares with you a sermon in which he explores many fascinating details about Herod's life and why it stood in such contrast with the newborn King.
Dec 7, 2021 • 33min
Sabbaticals Pt. 2: How to Plan for a Transformational Sabbatical
Learn how to plan for a transformational sabbatical, the significance of sabbaticals in personal reflection and learning, challenges of balancing a sabbatical with young children, addressing burnout and persuading pastors to take a sabbatical, the importance of planning and support, and the benefits of taking a sabbatical after retiring from a long-term job.
Nov 30, 2021 • 32min
Sabbaticals Pt. 1: What They are and Why Every Leader Needs One
The podcast explores the biblical definition of a sabbatical and emphasizes why all leaders should take one. It discusses the origins of Sabbath and sabbaticals and their importance for intentional rest and replenishing the soul. The speakers highlight the relevance of understanding the biblical concept of Sabbath and its application to leadership responsibilities. They also discuss the significance of sabbaticals for pastors and leaders within churches, providing recommendations on duration and emphasizing the benefits for avoiding burnout and prioritizing self-care. Furthermore, the podcast explores the importance of sabbaticals for leaders in ministry and organizations, encouraging seeking funding for fruitful outcomes.
Nov 23, 2021 • 32min
The Right and Wrong Way to Navigate Transitions
Today on the podcast, Pete walks through 4 real-life case studies of leaders navigating transition. In each case, He'll share insights about the right (and wrong) ways these transitions should be handled.
Nov 16, 2021 • 31min
Getting Free from Criticisms, Triggers, and Reactivity
In today's podcast, Pete explores how criticisms can set off internal triggers that may result in anger, defensiveness, or blaming. The good news is – it's possible to get free from these patterns. When you change the way you think, it will be a gift to your whole team and church!
Nov 9, 2021 • 29min
Commission Your Entire Church into Full-Time Ministry
Today on the podcast, Pete walks you through a format for how to host a service where every member of your church is commissioned into full time ministry.
Nov 2, 2021 • 25min
Working in Light of the Heavenly City
In today's podcast, Pete explores the life of Abraham and the revelation that propelled him forward in his work. Because when we view our life and work from heaven's perspective, everything changes.
Oct 26, 2021 • 43min
Reversing One of The Most Unbiblical, Disempowering Things Pastors Commonly Say
In today's podcast, Pete exposes some of the most unbiblical language we use and how we can better communicate good theology so our people can flourish in their everyday lives.
