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Impacting lives through effective leadership. New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Mark Rutland shares from his decades of experience in leadership ranging from a mega church pastor to the president of two different universities. Gain practical, powerful, and inspirational knowledge through his perspective to navigate life as a 21st century leader. As Dr. Rutland always says, “This podcast is about life, leadership, relationships and faith.”
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- 3 days ago29 min
Romans | You've Got Mail (Part 1)
In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 315), I begin a journey through the New Testament epistles with Paul’s remarkable letter to the believers in Rome. Written to Christians living in one of the most powerful, corrupt, and morally confused cities in history, Romans answers timeless questions: Who is God? How are we saved? And how can we faithfully follow Christ in a culture that is moving away from Him? From Romans 1, Romans 8, Romans 10, and Romans 12, we discover the unshakable foundations of the Christian faith—God’s love, salvation through Jesus Christ, the transforming power of grace, and the call to present our lives as living sacrifices. Paul reminds us that while the world may pressure us to conform, God transforms us by renewing our minds. Most importantly, Romans declares the great hope of every believer: nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. If you need fresh confidence in God's grace and strength to stand firm in challenging times, this message is for you.– Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters - The Leaders Notebook - Congratulations! Travis Rutland Launches a Podcast - The Early Epistles - Book of Romans - The Book of Romans - All the Divisions of the World - Paul wrote the Book of Romans - The Leader's Notebook
- 1 weeks ago33 min
Personal Holiness
In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 314), I explore one of the most profound truths in Scripture—holiness. From Exodus 3:13–14 and Leviticus 19:1–2, we see that God is “I Am”—always Himself, always holy, always loving. Holiness is not a burden but the good news: it’s the life of God within us, guiding us past sin, shaping our hearts, and filling our lives with His presence. When we love God above all else, sin loses its power, and His Spirit works to transform us from the inside out. Discover how holiness is both an event and a process, a divine melody that captivates the heart and frees us to live fully for Christ. – Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters - The Leaders Notebook - A Reading from the King James Bible - The Word of Holiness - God's Words of Holiness in Leviticus and Moses - Can God Do Everything? - You Shall Be Holy Because I Am the God - The Process of Being Sanctified - The Island of the Sirens
- 2 weeks ago46 min
What Really Happened at Pentecost
In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 313), I take you back to the very moment the church was born at Pentecost. Acts 2 tells the story: wind, fire, tongues, and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on believers. But beyond the signs, what truly happened was far greater—God inaugurated a Spirit-filled, miraculous movement that continues today. This message explores the power, reality, and relevance of Pentecost for every believer, showing that the Holy Spirit is not just historical but alive and active in our lives now. From personal struggles to divine encounter, discover how God’s Spirit transforms emptiness into power, fear into faith, and despair into joy. Experience the baptism of the Holy Spirit as it shapes the church and equips us for obedience, service, and leadership in His name. – Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters - The Leaders' Notebook - Pentecost - What Really Happened in the Upper Room at Pentecost - The importance of Pentecost - How an Angry Pastor Became a Christian - Desperate for the Holy Spirit - A Christian was healed by the Holy Spirit - The power of the Holy Spirit - A Mercedes for Preachers - The Leader's Notebook
- 3 weeks ago34 min
Natural and Supernatural
In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 312), I explore the profound tension between the natural and the supernatural in the life of Jesus. From His miraculous conception in Luke 2 to His post-resurrection promise of the Holy Spirit in Acts 1, we see how God’s power flows through ordinary human life. Jesus was fully God and fully man—born as a baby who cried, ate, and struggled like any other child, yet capable of performing resurrection miracles and empowering His disciples to witness to the ends of the earth. This message invites us to embrace both the ordinary and the extraordinary in our own lives, living in the Spirit with humility, boldness, and obedience. Even in leadership, true influence comes not from human strength but from yielding to God’s supernatural power. – Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters - The Leaders Notebook - Jesus' Birth and His Baptism - Christmas Story - The God of the Ugly - The Struggle Between the Natural and the Kingdom - The Power of the Supernatural - The kingdom against kingdom - The Tension Between the Natural and the supernatural
- May 5, 202643 min
My Dreams are Not For Sale
In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 311), I explore the power and persistence of the dreams God places within us. From Genesis 37, we see Joseph’s dreams challenged, misunderstood, and opposed—even by family—yet God’s plan moved forward in His timing. Dreams from God are not for sale; they are gifts to nurture, share, and hold fast to, even when life takes us through pits, prisons, or unexpected detours. I share personal stories from my own journey, from schooldays to university leadership, and the impact of encouragers who helped dreams flourish. This message will inspire you to trust God’s timing, hold tightly to your vision, and embrace the adventure of seeing God bring your dreams to life in ways beyond imagination. – Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters - The Leaders Notebook - Joseph's Dreams Are Not For Sale - Dr. Martin Luther King's Dream - Dreams of the United Methodist Church - The Greatest Dream Encourager of All Time - Dreams of Others - God speaks to us in dreams - Dreams of Mine - The scar on a girl's face - God Prays for Strugg - Leader's Notebook
- Apr 28, 202652 min
God's Ways of Blessing and Generosity
In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 310), I explore the highest levels of generosity and the joy of giving as God intends. From Luke 19:20–30 and the story of the unnamed donkey owner to David’s lavish gifts in Jerusalem, we see that God blesses those who obey and give with a cheerful, open heart. Tithing anchors our giving, but God calls us beyond the minimum into a life of grace, delight, and freedom. Whether through finances, time, or spirit, surrendering to God’s “The Lord has need of it” brings unexpected blessing, joy, and abundant life. Experience the thrill of generosity and learn to live fully in God’s grace.– Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters - The Leaders Notebook - Coming to the Highest Levels of Philanthropy - Prayer for the Colt - The Man Who gave the Donkey on Palm Sunday - The New Ford F-250 - Tithing and Forgiveness - The Joy of Giving - Send the Holy Ghost to Your Life - The Joy of Tithing - A Diamond Ring Offering - A million-dollar gift to SEIU - How Much Money Should You Give? - All God's Blessings for the Church - The Leader's Notebook
- Apr 21, 202647 min
Grace
In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 309), I take us to Zechariah 4:6–10, where I want to show you what the grace of God really is—and what it is not. We often treat grace as a one-time event at salvation, then spend the rest of our lives trying to move the mountains in our own strength. But Scripture says, “Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit, saith the Lord of hosts.” Grace is not God cheering you on while you strain and struggle. Grace is God Himself stepping in and doing what you cannot do. When we finally surrender and say, “Lord, I quit,” we discover that grace has been waiting there all along. This is a deeply practical word about living a grace-filled life—toward your family, your church, your pastor, and even yourself. Without grace, we become brittle, critical, and exhausted. With grace, we become life-giving and free. The final word of the Bible is not judgment but grace—and that is God’s word over your life today. Receive it, live in it, and lead from it.– Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters - The Leaders Notebook - King James Bible - What Words Will They Use in the 21st Century - Zechariah 4: The Picture of Grace - When Grace Is Enough for A Shameful Man - Racism in the Church - What An Earring Should You Take Out - How to Raise Your Self-Review - Real Christianity is When You Fall Apart - What Is God's Last Word?
- Apr 14, 202635 min
Don't Let the Cross Be Religion
In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 308), I take you to one of the most unusual and powerful pictures of salvation in all the Bible—Numbers 21 and the bronze serpent in the wilderness—and connect it directly to Jesus’ words in John chapter 3. When the people were dying from the bite of fiery serpents, God did not remove the snakes. He provided a cure and told them to look up in faith and live. Jesus Himself said this moment pointed straight to the cross, where the Son of Man would be lifted up so that all who believe would be saved. We will walk through the meaning of sin, the certainty of death, and the mercy of God who does not leave us without hope. John 3:16 is more than a memory verse—it is heaven’s answer to the poison of sin. This message is a clear call to personal faith, not tradition, not borrowed religion, but a real look to Christ crucified. Wise leaders know truth must be faced honestly, and life must be received by faith.– Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters - The Leaders Notebook - John 3:16 - The Permissible Hermeneutic - God's Brass Serpent - Every Person in the Room Will Die - He has raised up a mechanism of faith - Leader's Notebook
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Impacting lives through effective leadership. New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Mark Rutland shares from his decades of experience in leadership ranging from a mega church pastor to the president of two different universities. Gain practical, powerful, and inspirational knowledge through his perspective to navigate life as a 21st century leader. As Dr. Rutland always says, “This podcast is about life, leadership, relationships and faith.”
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