In this episode of the Fierce Leadership Podcast, Pastor Mark Carter shares what he considers to be some of the toughest stuff in ministry in an interview with Pastor Arman Sheffey on the Fury and Friends podcast. Support the show

FLP 53. Leadership Foundations: 4 Ideas That Will Help You Know Jesus Deeply Through Prayer

Oct 13th, 2021 20m 35s

In this next course from the Leadership Foundations series, Pastor Mark Carter explains the major purposes of prayer and shares four ideas that will help you know Jesus deeply through prayer.Support the show

FLP 52. The Myth of Balance in Ministry

Sep 9th, 2021 11m 28s

In this episode of the Fierce Leadership Podcast, Pastor Mark Carter explains why there is no cruise control in ministry or serving. He also reminds us to keep God at the center of it all.Support the show

Two Humility Reminders for the Highly Competent

Jul 21st, 2021 35m 54s

Is your confidence in yourself, or in God? Do you value the counsel of others? Are you aware of your blind spots? In this episode from the "Best of" series, Pastor Mark Carter and special guest Pastor Gary Ricci discuss how to remain humble as

3 Marriage Commitments that are More Consequential Than You Think

Jul 14th, 2021 17m 57s

Marriage is meant to unite two people as one, but unexpected trials and difficult seasons can create distance between couples. In this episode from the "Best Of" series, Mark and Mackenzie Carter reflect on 20 years of marriage and share three

6 Things You Can Do to Become a More Promotable Leader

Jun 14th, 2021 23m 18s

Have you ever felt passed up for promotion? Bible leaders are reliable – they are marked by an internal and external constancy that is both seen and felt.In this first episode from the "Best Of" series, Pastors Mark and Brandon contrast David a

Are You Taking Your Leadership Call Seriously Enough? | FLP Droplet

May 4th, 2021 5m 40s

If we're going to lead anything of any significance there's going to be a plot to take us out through compromise, so we must take our leadership call seriously. Support the show

By Way of the War | FLP Droplet

Apr 26th, 2021 4m 21s

There's a danger in despising the war because it isn't the pasture. But God made us to fight for that which He has already given us. And you get to the pasture BY WAY of the war. Support the show

Be Careful How You Represent God | FLP Droplet

Apr 20th, 2021 5m 28s

As leaders, our disposition matters to God. In this quick leadership droplet, Pastor Carter talks about setting a tone of grace, especially in ministry and ministry related environments, and adjusting our attitude to be in line with how God wa

FLP 51. How to Share Your God Story (Part 3) | Leadership Foundations 3.3

Mar 31st, 2021 14m 56s

Pastor Carter continues discussing how to share your God story with gentle clarity as part of the Leadership Foundations series. Salvation Illustration » Related Posts »Leadership Foundations 1: PotentialLeadership Foundations 2: Strong RootsLe

FLP 50. How to Share Your God Story (Part 2) | Leadership Foundations 3.2

Mar 30th, 2021 15m 11s

Pastor Carter continues the Leadership Foundations series and talks more about how to share God story with others through deliberate intentionality. Get the Show Notes » Circles of Influence » Related Posts »Leadership Foundations 1: PotentialL

FLP 49. How to Share Your God Story (Part 1) | Leadership Foundations 3.1

Mar 24th, 2021 17m 9s

Pastor Carter continues the Leadership Foundations series and discusses how to share your God story with others.Get the Show Notes » Related PostsLeadership Foundations 1: PotentialLeadership Foundations 2: Strong RootsLeadership Foundations 3.

FLP 48. Leadership Foundations 2: Strong Roots

Feb 23rd, 2021 31m 34s

Pastor Carter continues the Leadership Foundations series and discusses how to have strong roots in our relationship with God.Get the Show Notes » Related PostsLeadership Foundations 1: PotentialHow to Make Seeking God Less BoringQuiet Time Buf

FLP 47. Three More Un-Sanctified Mindsets That Drain Our Rest (Part Two)

Feb 9th, 2021 25m 27s

In this episode, Carter and David Russo finish exploring six un-sanctified mindsets that can drain our rest, and how to fix them.Miss Part One? Listen here.More Fierce Leadership resources at fierce.church/leadership.Support the show

FLP 46. Leadership Foundations 1: Potential

Jan 26th, 2021 21m 55s

Welcome to Part 1 of the Fierce Leadership Foundations Course!In this episode, we talk about leadership lids and how to overcome them. Stay tuned for other episodes in this Leadership Foundations Course!Resources Mentioned:Leadership Developmen

FLP 45. Tired? Un-Sanctified Mindsets That Drain Our Rest

Jan 18th, 2021 31m 54s

In this episode, Carter and David Russo explore six un-sanctified mindsets that can drain our rest, and how to fix them.Related Posts:Practical Strategies for a Killer SabbathLeadership Regrets: Not Observing the SabbathSupport the show

Midweek Manna: You Don't Need to be a Visionary to Fulfill God's Vision

Jan 6th, 2021 4m 33s

Since vision begins in the heart of God, we should start with prayer, asking the Lord to give us the burden of desire for what He wants us to do with our lives.You can also read this post here at Fierce Leadership.Related Posts:Why You Need a G

Why You Need a God-Sent Picture of the Future

Jan 1st, 2021 3m 19s

The new year is often a time when we’re admonished to once again come up with a vision, make big goals, make this year different, etc. But the mystery of happening-upon a phenomenal vision can be a tremendous weight to put on people. What if we

Midweek Manna: Three Ways to Show Compassion During a Covid Christmas

Dec 22nd, 2020 6m 13s

Christ is seen most vividly in the compassion we show to others.Support the show

BLP 44. Why Leaders Should Go Public with Their Faith

Dec 10th, 2020 32m 43s

In order to appear nice, are we veiling our allegiance to Jesus? In this episode, Carter interviews Dr. Tracey C. Jones about the difficulty and blessings of going public for Jesus in our spheres of influence.Recommended ResourcesTremendous Lea

Midweek Manna: Quit Trying to Be Cool and Lead Your Kids

Dec 6th, 2020 6m 4s

If you're a parent, you have an invitation to respond to. God invites us to LEAD our children. To NOT respond to the invitation means we are assuming our kids will get all they need through media, friends we don't know, music, and every other i

Midweek Manna: God Loves You Just as Much as the People You Think are Important

Dec 1st, 2020 8m 31s

God has no favorites.It can be tempting to believe that the success or influence of people we see around us or from a distance is evidence that God prefers them over us, but He doesn’t.READ this post here: https://fierce.church/god-loves-you-ju

BLP 43. Nine Things Leaders Are Not Responsible For

Nov 24th, 2020 10m 37s

Leadership Lesson: Refusing to absorb people’s responsibilities doesn’t mean you’re unloving.“For we are each responsible for our own conduct.” (Galatians 6:5, NLT)You can plead with people, appeal to their conscience, and make compelling argum

Midweek Manna: Four Reasons You're Not On Fire and How to Fix It

Oct 28th, 2020 7m 6s

One of Satan’s greatest lies is the suggestion that feeling close to God is a passing phase.I don’t want to suggest that walking with Jesus is a feeling, but a consistently cold heart toward our Creator is often a sign of relational distance.Re

Midweek Manna: The Devil Doesn't Want You to Enjoy Being Forgiven

Oct 20th, 2020 7m 6s

The devil doesn’t want you to enjoy being forgiven. Even your flesh will resist it.You might have to get a little rough.Legalism can be defined as thinking we’re either made right with God or kept right with God based on our performance.Read th