The Five Gifts Podcast

The Five Gifts Podcast exists for Christian Leaders and Christ-followers to rediscover Christ's presence and activity in their lives and their churches.

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Charles Russell has served in Pastoral Ministry for 26 years. He is also a certified John Maxwell speaker, coach, and trainer for staff, leadership teams, and volunteers. He has a Masters in Organizational Leadership. Find out more at charlesrusselltraining.com.

Bruce Ritter Bruce Ritter has been a lead Pastor for 28 years and a Spiritual Life and Leadership Coach since 2005. He is also a consultant with Church Life Resources. He has a Masters in Pastoral Ministry and a Doctorate in Evangelism and Discipleship. Check out more at his website Coaching Cardia.

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The Divine Architect: How God Shapes Spiritual Leaders

2025-11-10

True spiritual leadership does not begin with strategy. It begins with surrender. Uncover the divine process God uses to shape leaders from the inside out.

True spiritual leadership does not begin with strategy. It begins with surrender. In this episode, Bruce Ritter and Charles Russell uncover the divine process God uses to shape leaders from the inside out. If you have ever wondered why God takes His time developing you, or why your journey includes difficulty, waiting seasons, and stretching moments, this conversation will bring clarity and confidence. In this episode you will learn: • Why being matters before doing • How God uses life experiences, wounds, and seasons to shape leaders • The danger and redemption of the “dark side” in leaders • Jesus’ four-part leadership development process • Why God tests leaders before releasing them • The hallmarks of a leader shaped by the Spirit You are not behind. You are being formed. Trust the Architect.

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