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 Leader’s Influence: How Leaders Lead

2025-11-16

Discover how your character forms foundation of credibility, how trust multiplies your reach, and how God’s vision, not your ambition, creates lasting impact. You’ll also learn why influence is about forming Christ in other people.

Every leader leaves a mark—but what kind of mark are you leaving? In this powerful episode of The Five Gifts Podcast, hosts Bruce Ritter and Charles Russell unpack what true influence looks like for Spirit-filled leaders. Drawing from biblical principles, leadership theory, and years of ministry experience, they reveal how God shapes a leader’s credibility, trustworthiness, and vision to reflect His nature. Discover how your character becomes the foundation of credibility, how trust multiplies your reach, and how God’s vision—not your ambition—creates lasting impact. You’ll also learn why influence isn’t about control or charisma, but about forming Christ in others through faithful example and service. If you’re ready to grow as a leader who shapes people and cultures for the Kingdom, this episode will challenge, inspire, and equip you. 👉 Subscribe to The Five Gifts Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. 👉 Learn more about leadership coaching from Bruce and Charles at: • coachingcardia.com • charlesrussellministries.com • charlesrusselltraining.com

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