The Servant Leader Coaches Bible Study

Hope Adams is the head women’s basketball coach at Gulf Coast. Adams was the Bulldogs’ assistant coach in 2016-17. She had been an assistant coach at Oxford High School. Adams played at the University of Memphis as a freshman, then went on to be a first-team All-MACJC and All-Region 23 selection at Northwest Mississippi in 2009-10. She played at Union University in 2010-11, where the team went 31-2 on the way to the NAIA national championship game. She earned All-TranSouth Conference honors at Union. She graduated with a bachelor's in sports medicine from Union and went on to obtain a master's in Conflict Resolution from Bethel University. Adams is a certified personal trainer and sports nutritionist. Adams has three children, Jayden Curtis, 13, Janila Curtis, 13, and Jaycee Curtis, 9. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefranjohn/support

Shattering the glass ceiling, setting a new standard, leading the way and winning best describes Tamika R. Newman's journey. She is a native Houstonian. Tamika' passion for sports and desire to help students in underserved communities has kept her in education for over a decade. Tamika is the owner of Grit and Grind Athletics LLC, an athletic service provider. She is committed to providing affordable and professional skills and leadership training to players and coaches. Tamika holds a Bachelors of Communcations and a Masters in Business Administration. She is a graduate of Prairie View A&M University and Texas Southern University. Tamika has a passion for professional and personal development, and mentorship. A firm believer in paying it forward, she takes on new mentees yearly. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

Julie Fournier is the Founder & CEO of Basketball Is Psychology and the author of "Daily Wisdom" and "The Art of Embracing Adversity."  She grew up loving the game of basketball, but always knew there was something more than just the X's and O's.  In this episode, Julie talks about her faith, her passion for teaching the mental game, the importance of the fruit of the spirit "gentleness" in every aspect of leadership.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

Rev. Whitfield is presently an Administrative Pastor at the Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church in Tallahassee, Florida. He is a graduate of Florida A & M University, with a B.S degree in Music Education and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership. Rev. Whitfield is a 2016 graduate of the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta (Morehouse School of Religion), with a Master of Divinity degree. He is a retired educator and administrator of thirty-four years with Leon County School System. He has acquired a heart for the liberation and transformation of God’s people.   Utilizing his “people” skills and training in Pastoral Care, Rev. Whitfield seeks to connect with couples, young and old, in the exploration of being “lovers for life.” It is through the process of hard work that couples can learn to better communicate, learn each other, and allow God to be the foundation of their sacred union.  Tap into a message on Faithfulness.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

In our fruit of the spirit series, Pastor McKissic gives us word on Goodness. "How Good are you?" --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

In the Fruit of the Spirit series, Pastor McNulty speaks a message on Long-Suffering.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

In our Fruit of the Spirit Series, Pastor Cray brings a message of KINDNESS.  James Earl Cray, a gifted, former college football athlete, and NFL prospect. This athletically gifted, former Troy State Wide Receiver successfully navigated his way through troubled times and a seven-year journey to find his true calling. He grew up in Southeast Georgia, where he was introduced to Apostolic Pentecostal beliefs. As a child, he was never short on confidence. He recalls moments when he would boldly dance in front of large church congregations; never being too bashful to show his love for God and the church. As he entered college at Troy State University in Alabama, like many young athletes, he was hit head-on with some very challenging moments. He experienced off-the-field trouble and dealt with attitude problems. But, throughout all this, he constantly remained faithful and trusted in God. In 2005, at the age of twenty-two, he spoke at what he considered to be his first sermon. The sermon was held at First Missionary Baptist Church, in Troy, AL. James recalls having so many thoughts and feelings running through his mind. He was excited, nervous, but overall, he was prepared to give the sermon. From that moment he knew that his life would never be the same and that God’s purpose for him was far greater than he or anyone had ever imagined. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

This episode is sponsored by Church Trac: https://www.churchtrac.com/index.php?rc=PCSLP Mr. Darrick D. McGhee, Sr. currently serves as Chief Operating Officer for Johnson & Blanton, LLC. with over two decades of experience in state and local government. Most recently, Darrick was the Director of Legislative Affairs for the Executive Office of Governor Rick Scott. In this capacity, he was responsible for advocating and securing passage of the Governor's legislative priorities. He ensured the proper and legal administration of the Governor's legislative role throughout the legislative process and provided counsel and support to the Governor and other staff members with regard to legislative and executive issues. In this role, Darrick also oversaw the Legislative Affairs Directors for each of the executive agencies. Before joining the Executive Office of Governor Rick Scott, Darrick served in multiple senior leadership roles with the Department of Economic Opportunity. While at this agency, Darrick was the interim Executive Director, Chief of Staff, and the Director of Legislative and Cabinet Affairs. He also served as Legislative Affairs Director for three additional state agencies: The Departments of Elder Affairs, Business and Professional Regulation, and Education respectively.    Darrick is an active registered lobbyist in the state of Florida. He received his formal education at Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University (FAMU). Here he earned his BA in Political Science and Religion (2000). Darrick is also the Founding Pastor of Bible Based Church Tallahassee, where he resides with his wife, Tikia, and their two children, Darrick II and Tania. He also has over two decades of preaching ministry experience. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

In the series of "The Fruit of the Spirit in Leader we hear a message on "Joy." **Please bear with the connection as we were streaming internationally and had some difficulty,. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

Michael Airhart began his life’s work as an eight-year-old in a single-parent apartment in the projects on the South Side of Chicago. He just didn’t know it yet.It was there he learned to cook and he learned to sew. Most importantly, he learned to provide for himself, two brothers and others in the city’s largest public housing development, Altgeld Gardens. “Many of the parents were on drugs or just disappeared, so we had to survive,” recalls Michael, now 49. It was largely due to the young resourceful chef that many of them did. “Everyone in the projects knew about me. Everyone knew what I was capable of, that I cared for everyone. As a kid, I was the one who was serving food to the kids. I was the one knocking on project doors asking for a can of tomato sauce, spaghetti, sugar, whatever. I would actually put a meal together for my friends.” Today, he is still known on the street as someone who cares. Seven days a week. “It’s all I know,” he adds. “I can’t drive by a homeless person and not stop. I am going to have food in my truck. I will always have clothes, always have shoes, socks, T shirts, pants, underwear. I’m gonna make them over.” Six days a week, he’s out on the streets by 7 a.m. dispensing hot food from 15 or so pans out of his van. On some days, the clothes he hands out include Air Jordans, donated shoes he receives from all over the world through his Jordans for the Homeless program. Soon he will unveil his new gift, Chicago’s first food truck for the homeless, complete with a shower in the back. Michael gives a message on Love.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

Vernon Chipman is the Founder and Creator of Coach's Closet, LLC. He has coached and mentored the youth in various cities in Florida for over 10 years. Chipman is also an educator and Community Leader. Take a listen at how he serves nationwide with his initiative, and how He allows God to grow, transition and build him as a Servant Leader! This show is sponsored by CHURCH TRAC. Visit ChurchTrac - Church Management Software for Small and Large Churches for all of your church software needs! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

Jamy Bechler is the host of the "Success is a Choice" podcast and author of three books, including "The Bus Trip". He spent 20 years as a college basketball coach and high school AD. Bechler now works with high-level organizations and sports teams helping them maximize their potential in the area of leadership, culture, and teamwork. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

Cecil Short, III is a former American football wide receiver. He attended Collinwood High School in Cleveland, Ohio, and later the University of Mount Union, where he played for the Mount Union Purple Raiders football team. He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the fourth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. Cecil Short, III is the Dean and Wide Receiver Coach at Second Baptist School.  Tap in and listen to how Christ has been at the head of his life, and his take on Servant Leadership. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

Chris Singleton is a former minor league baseball player drafted by the Chicago Cubs. He became a nationally-renowned speaker with a message of resilience, forgiveness, and unity following the loss of his mother in the 2015 Mother Emanuel Church Tragedy in Charleston, SC. Chris now shares his message with over 60 organizations annually and his clients include Boeing, The Houston Texans, Microsoft, Biogen, Volvo, The Washington Wizards, and over 100,000 students and educators across the world. One of his children's books, Different – A Story About Loving Your Neighbor, was a best seller in its category and has been featured by numerous outlets, including The Obama Foundation. Chris' overall mission when speaking is to inspire his audiences with his story of resilience and to unite millions of people with his belief that, "Love is Stronger Than Hate." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support

Vince Ford is a husband, father, coach, minister, author, and community leader. He is the author of "The Leader Society Didn't Choose." Take a listen as we hear from God's Servant on Faith, Sports, and Servant Leadership! Buy his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Leader-That-Society-Did-Choose-ebook/dp/B08PMJ8T4R --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chefranjohn/support