"You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to trust the One who sends you."
— Transforming Mission Podcast, Episode 366

🟢 You are found.
🟢 You are loved.
🟢 You are sent.

What does it mean to be sent by Jesus?

In this episode, we dive into Luke 10:1–24 and explore 10 transformational leadership lessons for pastors, lay leaders, and Christ-centered disciples. Jesus sends 72 ordinary followers—not to impress, but to bless. He calls them to trust deeply, lead with peace, and stay faithful, even when facing rejection.

From carrying the peace of Christ to rejoicing in your identity, this episode reminds you: you don’t need to be perfect—you just need to be available. You are chosen, equipped, and already on a mission.

In this episode:

• Biblical leadership through the lens of Luke 10
  
  

• Leading with trust, humility, and peace
  
  

• Handling rejection with grace
  
  

• Rejoicing in your identity, not your results
  
  

• 10 practical lessons for Christ-centered leadership
  
  

Listen now and step confidently into your mission field.
🎧 Full episode + show notes: transformingmission.org/366

Timestamps:

00:13 The Mission of the 72 Disciples

01:11 Jesus' Instructions to the Disciples

02:37 Breaking Down Jesus' Message

07:06 The Return of the 72 and Jesus' Joy

13:13 Leadership Lessons from Luke 10

16:38 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

19:27 Conclusion and Sending Out

In this episode of the Transforming Mission Podcast, explore how Jesus feeding the 5,000 in Luke 9 offers powerful leadership lessons for today. Learn how trusting God with what you have, embracing abundance, and making room at the table reflect sacred leadership. Could feeding people be as holy as Holy Communion? Discover how ordinary acts of compassion and generosity become sacred when you follow Jesus' example.

🎧 Whether you're a church leader, pastor, or Christ-centered leader, this conversation will encourage you to lead with hope and generosity.

👉 Timestamps:

00:28 The Big Question: Feeding as Sacred as Communion?

01:11 Reading the Passage: Luke 9:12-17

02:24 Unpacking the Story: Jesus Feeds 5,000

03:40 Leadership Lessons from Jesus

05:33 Connecting to Early Church Practices

07:11 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

08:54 Personal Reflection: Impact of Early Influences 12:09 Conclusion and Benediction

Discover Christ-centered leadership lessons from Luke 9 that will inspire and equip you to lead with clarity, courage, and purpose—whether you're on the mountaintop or deep in the valley. In this episode of the Transforming Mission Podcast, we explore the turning point in Jesus' ministry when he asks, "Who do you say that I am?" (Luke 9:20). This question is central to your identity and calling as a leader. How you answer shapes how you live, lead, and love in your church, community, and family. You’ll also learn how the Transfiguration (Luke 9:28-36) prepares you for the valleys of leadership. We unpack practical insights for leading with hope in the messy, hard places where leadership gets real.

✅ This episode is for you if:

• You’re seeking clarity about your leadership calling.
• You struggle with public opinion and want to stay grounded in Christ.
• You desire to lead with hope, even in times of suffering or uncertainty.
• You want to understand the deeper meaning of the mountaintop and valley experiences in leadership.

Key topics include:

✔️ Kingdom leadership lessons from Luke 9

✔️ The identity and purpose of Christ-centered leaders

✔️ What the Transfiguration means for leadership today

✔️ How to navigate public opinion vs. your God-given calling

✔️ Leading with hope and presence in messy, real-life situations

✔️ Why listening to Jesus brings clarity in leadership

📖 Scripture Focus:

Luke 9:18-20 & Luke 9:28-36

Links

🔗 Read the full blog post here: https://transformingmission.org/364

🎧 Listen to the podcast episode here: https://transformingmission.org/364

💡 Explore more Christ-centered leadership resources: TransformingMission.org

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Welcome & Introduction

00:35 - The Turning Point in Jesus’ Ministry (Luke 9)

01:30 - Who Do You Say That I Am? Leadership and Identity

03:00 - Peter’s Confession and Leadership Expectations

04:30 - The Hard Truth: Messiah and Suffering

06:00 - Leadership Lessons: Showing Up in the Mess

07:30 - The Transfiguration: Mountaintop Experience (Luke 9:28-36)

09:30 - Why You Can’t Stay on the Mountaintop

11:00 - How the Mountain Prepares You for the Valley

12:30 - Clarity of Calling vs. Public Opinion

14:00 - Listening to Jesus: Leadership Through Obedience

16:00 - Leadership in the Valley: Faithful Presence

18:00 - The Cross as the Leadership Journey

19:30 - Final Insights: Leading Between the Mountain and the Valley

20:30 - Benediction & Sending Forth ✨ Subscribe for weekly Christ-centered leadership insights!