In this powerful episode, we hear from life coach and pastor Tra Beard from Northwest Church of Christ in South Haven, Mississippi, as he unpacks what it means to lead with courage rooted in God’s vision. Recorded live at our recent conference, Tra challenges leaders to stop chasing personal ambition and instead align their vision with divine revelation from God’s Word.
Drawing from the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 18–19, Tra walks us through five key characteristics of courageous leadership—from confronting corruption to trusting God’s power alone. He unpacks the idea of “anointing” and how God equips us to do the impossible through His strength, not ours.
This episode is more than just a message—it’s an invitation to reflect. You’ll be prompted to consider your current leadership challenges, where God might be realigning your perspective, and what new assignments He’s calling you into.
Whether you’re leading a church, a team, or simply navigating your next faithful step, this conversation will encourage you to lead boldly and faithfully—for a purpose.
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