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Purpose Guy PodcastEP74: Avoid the Danger of Social ComparisonThe danger is falling into the trap of valuing your worth through the success of others in comparison to yours. That’s subtly dangerous.
2024-12-1805 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP73: How Leaders Can Grow and Develop CapacityWhen you see a problem, don’t wait for permission — go on and fix it. That’s leadership. When you discern a genuine need, help if you can. That’s leadership.
2024-07-0114 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP72: Sometimes, It's OK To Be VulnerableThe desire to ‘appear perfect’ robs us of the opportunity to see ourselves through the prism of our imperfections, to learn from our mistakes and give others a chance to add value to our life’s journey.
2024-01-1403 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP71: Unlock 2024 With A Mindset ShiftGrowth starts with a mindset shift. Nothing changes until you change how you think.
2023-12-3003 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP70: How Did I Get Here?The tapestry of our lives is laced with difficult experiences that are meant to build and infuse resilience into us, not break or damage us.
2023-08-3004 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP69: 6 Tips on Becoming Single MindedLife demands of us a single-mindedness to purpose that we must be willing to lose everything else to keep what truly matters – Matthew 13:44.
2023-04-1206 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP68: When Pastors Lose Perspective of Their WHYThe pursuit of the elevation of personal image in ministry is dangerous. And it often begins when we take our eyes off Jesus and start to focus more on perceived success in ministry.
2023-04-0406 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP67: How ‘Personal' Is Your
Personal Conviction?Congregational affirmation is NOT personal conviction. Call it anything else but not 'personal' by default… until you are personally convicted and persuaded by the Word and the Holy Spirit
2023-03-3106 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP66: How Compelling Is Your Vision?When you become vision-minded, your life becomes attractive to others — Proverbs 22:29. In the end, your life can only be as compelling as the vision you own, embrace, articulate and live.
2023-03-2704 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP65: Everyone Has An Opinion About YouLife is about the opportunities you take. And sometimes, you have to go against the voices of many to achieve your goals.
2023-03-1303 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP64: The Story of ZackThere is no greater gift than the gift of grace. There is no greater love than the Father’s warm embrace. Merry Christmas!
2022-12-2405 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP63: 5 Ways To Grow In Personal DisciplineHowever lofty your aspirations, the cultivation of personal discipline is inevitable. In this episode, I share 5 tried and tested ways we can commit to growing in personal discipline.
2022-12-2005 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP62: WIYH 2 - We Don’t Own AnythingWhat’s In Your Hands Series - Part 2
In life, we don’t OWN anything. We are entrusted with gifts, talents, people and resources for a purpose greater than us.
2022-12-1002 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP61: WIYH 1 - We Are Servants, Not MastersWhat’s In Your Hands (WIYH) Series, Part 1
The first fundamental life lesson of stewardship is the reality that none of us is THE MASTER. We are all servants.
2022-12-0205 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP60: Biblical Unity Is NOT UniformityThe focus of biblical unity is to make Christ known among men. Our message must be single. We serve under one banner and that's Jesus Christ alone.
2022-11-2805 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP59: We Are Called For This PurposeUltimately, let your life glorify God in all ramifications as you help others see and embrace their purpose, and come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ by your words and deeds.
We are called for this purpose. All other commendable influence we wield is secondary.
2022-11-1904 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP58: How Will You Be Remembered?Legacy is not a fancy word or mere ideology; it’s a reality we must weave into the fabric of our lives on earth.
2022-11-1204 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP57: How To Approach Life In Your Waiting SeasonCelebrate the wins of others today and when it’s your turn tomorrow, we will cheer you on. That way, we all win together.
2022-11-0104 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP56: Christian Constipation | Is Your Faith Relevant Where You Are?Refuse to be constipated with head knowledge or stagnant in your walk with God. Reject ‘convenience-laden’ and ‘risk-free’ Christianity. Be willing to be uncomfortable.
2022-10-2004 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP55: 3 Ways We Often But Unintentionally Limit GodOur calling is not to make sense of God to the extent that we can explain Him. Ours is to believe, embrace and proclaim His Person, His Sovereignty and Reality in our lives and in the world.
2022-10-1106 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP54: 3 Things Vision Will Do For YouAnyone passionate about leading on purpose understands the importance of vision. Do you?
2022-09-2704 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP53: Why We Need A Radical Shift On CompassionOur perspective on compassion needs a radical shift. Compassion is not merely a feeling of pity or sympathy for others’ plight. No, it’s more than that. Way more!
2022-09-1406 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP52: God Save The QueenWhatever be your personal feelings and sentiment about The Royal Family and it’s history, it’s fitting we pay our respects to the person of the Queen for her dutiful and relentless service to the United Kingdom, the commonwealth of nations and the world at large.
2022-09-0904 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP51: What If You Succeed?Whenever you feel like quitting, remember you always have at least one other option. Rather than focus on all that can go wrong, what if you shifted your attention, focus and energy into all the possibilities before you?
2022-05-2303 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP50: Who Are You Becoming?You cannot ‘become’ what you already are. You become what you’re presently not. Judas didn’t begin as a traitor. He became.
‘Becoming‘ (in the negative sense) is a process that begins with the gradual compromise of your core moral values.
2022-04-0806 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP49: Stay Authentic To Your StorySo stop comparing your story with others; your destination isn’t the same with everyone else.
In the end, you must stay true and authentic to who you are.
2022-02-2003 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP48: Surround Yourself With Vision EncouragersBe intentional about who you surround yourself with.
Find your Joshua.
Find your Moses.
Find your Aaron.
Find your Hur.
You need your vision encouragers.
2022-02-0905 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP47: How to Win BIG in 2022In the final episode of 2021, I sign off with a few words on how to unlock your capacity and position yourself for success in 2022.
2021-12-3003 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP46: The Forgotten Guiding Principle on GivingIn this episode, I reflect on the words of Jesus in Matthew 6:1-4 about the forgotten guiding principle on giving.
2021-12-2705 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP45: Inexplicable Peace When Life HappensThere is a peace we cannot explain.
It’s the peace that acknowledges the presence of our problems and still CHOOSE to rejoice.
It is the peace whose anchor and hope is Christ, not man.
2021-12-2006 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP44: Show Up for the Good FightYou cannot claim victory unless you’re present in the fight of your life — the fight to trust God for the present regardless of the raging winds, to live for a cause greater than life itself, to honour God with your life and to fulfil purpose.
2021-11-1804 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP43: Can We Stop Demonising Ambition?Can ambition become sinful and a snare to you? Absolutely! But it doesn’t have to be. We need to stop demonising ambition in Christian circles and rather teach the power of life priorities.
2021-11-0208 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP42: A Case Against Spiritual FatherismGod loves leadership, order, clear roles and responsibilities. But He has no second-tier sons and daughters. This episode is crucial.
2021-10-1811 min
Purpose Guy PodcastEP41: Greatness Series - Never Without Personal SacrificeBeyond knowing and cultivating your purpose and embracing excellence as a lifestyle, you must be willing to do something else.. and this one thing may just make all the difference in the type of legacy you leave behind after you’re gone.
2021-09-2706 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP40: Greatness Series - It Always Begins With Knowing and Cultivating Your WHYIf all we did was live for what to eat and drink, we haven’t discovered our calling. That’s because there’s more to your life than that. Never mistake enablers for your WHY!
2021-09-0504 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP39: Faith Grows in Unexpected PlacesWe grow our faith when we step out into the ‘messiness’ of life, doing the ‘present’ while we trust and wait for God’s next move in our lives.
2021-08-2704 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP38: Greatness Series - Don't Settle for MediocrityWhen you are intentional, you must equally embrace excellence and do away with an average mentality and attitude to life. Never settle… never settle for mediocrity.
2021-08-2206 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP37: Live to Die Without RegretsLife is short, eternity is forever, so I urge you live to die without regrets. Listen up and be blessed.
2021-07-2904 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP36: Grace Meets Works - Contending Against Two ExtremesChristians are not justified before God because of our good deeds — rather, our good deeds are evidence of our justification by grace through faith. Grace and faith come before works. But neither can stand without the other.
2021-07-2608 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP35: Our Identity and Radical Purpose“As a Christian you cannot talk about your identity without talking about the action of God on you, the relationship of God with you, and the purpose of God for you.”
John Piper
2021-07-1506 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP34: Remember Lot’s WifeMy first encounter with the story of Lot’s wife left a deep impression on me; a resolve to spiritual urgency in obedience to God. How about you?
2021-07-0807 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP33: What do you bring to the table?The world doesn’t need more Christians with massive bibles but who aren’t committed to Christ’s mission to be the change agents God desires to use to shine His light into hearts and and bring eternal hope to many.
2021-07-0105 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP32: Dear Pastors Series - Forgiving One AnotherWhen you either refuse to forgive the offences of others against you or won’t apologise for your own offences against others, we have a problem.
2021-06-2404 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP31: Dare to Believe AgainWhat do you do when you’re waiting for your BIG break and opportunity but you seem to be losing hope? If that’s you, listen up and be encouraged by my personal testimony in this episode.
2021-06-1305 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP30: No Ifs, No Buts... Make Your Life CountQuit your fears; take God-centred risks. Live in possibilities. Don’t limit yourself. No ifs, no buts.
2021-06-0405 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP29: In The End, Nothing Else MattersOn a recent morning school run, I was reminded that nothing else REALLY matters in the end apart from GOD, as we listened to Nothing Else by Cody Carnes. Listen up and be blessed by this episode.
2021-05-2804 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP28: How a young graduate found MUCH MORE than workLife is not about what we have, the wealth we accumulate or the knowledge we acquire. Who we are or becoming is more important than what we have.
2021-05-2406 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP27: Lessons from death and comfort to the grievingDeath is an uncomfortable topic for many. But there are tons of lessons we can learn from it so we can live well to die without regret when our time comes.
2021-05-1707 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP26: Risk and my love story that was never meant to beLearn about my high school love story that was never meant to be and embrace the call to take God-centred risks as you fulfil purpose.
2021-05-1405 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP25: Dear Pastors Series - LoyaltyWhen you demand personal and/or denominational loyalty to build your ministry at the expense of Christ and the integrity of the gospel, we have a problem.
2021-05-0505 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP24: Brothers, Pray For UsSpiritual leadership is delicate. The expectation on the leader is huge. That’s why Paul pleaded — Brothers, pray for us — 1 Thessalonians 5:25. How we ought to heed the counsel with more seriousness.
2021-04-3007 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP23: What is the Gospel?We are surrounded by expressions of the Christian faith that is not consistent with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Let’s go back to the basics. What is the gospel? Listen to find out.
2021-04-2511 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP22: Dear Pastors Series - Be AccountableWhen you fail to stay accountable to your members and other leaders around you but see yourself as being above them, we have a problem.
2021-04-2104 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP21: What's In Your Hand?Don't be a stats. Don't die with regrets at the end of your life. Don't live only to die 'full' — with unfulfilled potentials and purpose taken to the grave.
Like Moses, God is asking you today: "What's in your hand?"
2021-04-1704 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP20: 3 Reasons You Must Redeem Time“Only one life, t’will soon be past; only what’s done for Christ will last!”
C.T. Studd
2021-04-1206 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP19: Dear Pastors Series - Circle of InfluenceWhen you fail to surround yourself with strong leaders who can speak truth to power in humility and respect but without fear of retribution, we have a problem.
2021-04-0604 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP18: 3 Realities of Easter WeekendIn this episode, I share three life-changing realities I've come to experience as result of the events that took place 2000 years ago on the outskirts of Jerusalem. I'm eternally grateful for the mercy that Calvary made possible in my life. Have you been to Calvary?
Here's praying you have a Christ-centred Easter weekend.
2021-04-0107 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP17: Dear Pastors Series - Don't Control the NarrativeWhen you set out to control the narrative about other people’s lives to suit your own cause, we have a problem.
2021-03-2803 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP16: There is hope for youGod can restore the broken pitcher of your life. He can make life beautiful again. Out of the broken pieces of your life, God can restore a great masterpiece. Believe God.
2021-03-2404 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP15: Dear Pastors Series - Be ConsistentWhen you measure others with a high scriptural yardstick but fail to apply the same to yourself, we have a problem.
2021-03-1803 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP14: Religion Got in the WayWe are not called to uphold traditions that have no eternal consequence but to embrace the grace of God that brings salvation and express that grace in a way that exemplifies the nature and love of Christ to the world around us.
Are you letting 'religion' get in your way of knowing God?
2021-03-1407 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP13: Dear Pastors Series - Whose Image?Dear Pastors,
When you become pre-occupied with protecting your image and ministry at the expense of speaking, upholding and defending the truth and being transparent (whatever the cost to you), then we have a problem.
2021-03-1104 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP12: Introducing Dear Pastors SeriesDear Pastors series was inspired by a blog post I wrote in late 2020, a plea for personal integrity among the pastorate in the body of Christ. My utmost desire is that this series ignites in every believer a burning passion to see revival in the church in a way that transcends the pulpit to the pew. It's time we return to loving and serving Christ in a God-centred way, void of personal pursuits and self-affirmation.
2021-03-0706 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP11: Knowing God: A Matter of Grace"What matters supremely, therefore, is not, in the last analysis, the fact that I know God, but the larger fact that He knows me" - J.I. Packer
There is an inherent danger in measuring our spirituality on the basis of our outward commitment and ‘what we do for God’ on the public stage. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Knowing God is both a matter of personal dealing and grace.
2021-03-0107 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP10: The BIG QuestionIn the end, you will have to answer God just one question — "Did you do what you were supposed to do on earth?" Nothing else matters than knowing you fulfilled your purpose on earth. Remember, “If you lose your purpose, it's like you're broken.” - Invention of Hugo Cabret.
In this episode, I challenge you to ask yourself 3 fundamental questions as you contemplate your WHY.
2021-02-2507 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP9: 7 Life Lessons from Judas IscariotThere is a danger we look at Judas Iscariot's rise in ministry and tragic fall and point finger at him. True, he betrayed Christ. However, let’s not overlook the life lessons his sad outcome presents to us today. In this episode, I share 7 key lessons we must take to heart.
2021-02-2110 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP8: Keep Looking Up feat Isabel-JudaMy 8-year old daughter joins me in this week's episode to share one of her favourite poems from my collection Even in the Well. Here's to finding much needed encouragement from her words in the days ahead of you. Keep looking up!
2021-02-1405 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP7: Here We StandThe church of Christ is experiencing an inward revival and God is working with men and women who have studied and honour the sacrifices of our fathers BUT have determined to go where the Spirit of the Lord leads them.
Get ready for inconvenience. It’s time to stand where God stands.
2021-02-0509 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP6: How to Develop Deep ResilienceWhen I was a teenager, I experienced significant personal hardships. Life didn't give me a chance. But through the power of resilience, empowered by the 3 practical tips I share in this episode and coupled with the resolve to fulfil purpose, I was able to develop the capacity to withstand adversity.
When life gets tough, become more resolute than ever to succeed.
2021-02-0108 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP5: Conversation with my 8-Year OldDuring a recent evening walk with my 8-year old daughter, we talked about her progress with remote learning and the impact of lockdown on her personally. In this episode, I share some life lessons from our conversation.
2021-01-2507 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP4: Dealing with DiscouragementHave you been discouraged lately? I have. The world is wired to discourage. The news, world events, natural disasters, personal loss, health issues, etc. But God has not left us without antidotes for dealing with discouragement and depression. In this episode, I share four tips on how believers can deal with discouragement. Be rest assured the darkness will lift and your praise will rise again.
2021-01-1808 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP3: While You WaitWhat is God teaching you in your waiting season? What’s God up to in your life while you're waiting for that breakthrough? In this episode of Purpose Guy Podcast, I encourage you to use your waiting season to do three things. Listen to find out.
2021-01-1205 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP2: 2021 - Beyond Prophetic DeclarationsBeyond all prophetic declarations you will hear about 2021, the single most important charge for the believer is this: “Live each day like it’s your last. Jesus is coming very soon. Let us not sleep. Let us not slumber. Let us not lose heart. May Christ be our vision now and evermore.”
2021-01-0507 minPurpose Guy PodcastEP1: Just Start - Quit Waiting for PermissionOn a recent video call with two young leaders, I was asked how they can sustain momentum in 2021. My answer was simple: "Just start!". You don't need man's permission to fulfil your God-intended purpose.
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