The Fig Tree with Melani Shock

The Fig Tree #14: Deanna Lemke

Listen in as Deanna Lemke and Melani discuss the art of leadership, including common mistakes, navigating change and conflict, and identifying blind spots.  Deanna has a degree in leadership and is a Birkman-certified consultant.  She and her husband, Phil, live and pastor in British Columbia.
 
Resources:
·       Crucial Accountability by Patterson, Grenny, McMillan, Switzler, and Maxfield:  https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Accountability-Resolving-Expectations-Commitments/dp/0071829318
·       God & Me Journal:  https://kq-ministries-inc.myshopify.com/products/god-me-90-day-journal
·       Lead Like Jesus by Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges:  https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Like-Jesus-Revisited-Blanchard/dp/0718077253/
·       True North by Bill George:  https://www.amazon.com/True-North-Authentically-Workplace-Emerging/dp/1119886104/
·       Managing Transition by William Bridges:  https://www.amazon.com/Managing-Transitions-25th-anniversary-Making/dp/0738219657/
·       Books by William Bridges 
·       Books by Daniel Goleman 
·       The Fig Tree Podcast:  https://open.spotify.com/show/0YnncZyXG9XUtcVWegVOXx?si=-TrZTyM3T0WE5mBHN7vFlQ&nd=1
 
0:00—Introduction 
4:35—What is Leadership?
7:10—Insecurity & Servanthood
15:40—Self-Leadership
21:35—Choosing a Leader
23:40—Leadership Mistakes
33:30—Leading through Change
44:57—Leading in Conflict
54:35—Blindspots
 

The Fig Tree #13: Ted Maldonado

Ted Maldonado is a cognitive neuroscientist with a PhD in psychology from Texas A&M.  On this episode, he addresses the way the brain influences behavior, gives insight into the impact the mind and body have on one another, overviews negativity bias, and discusses the impact of meditation and mindfulness on anxiety.  Ted and his wife, Hilary, have one daughter, and they currently live in Indiana, where Ted teaches at Indiana State University.
 
Resources:
God & Me Journal:  https://kq-ministries-inc.myshopify.com/products/god-me-90-day-journal

The Fig Tree #12: Terry Shock

Our lives can be compared to trees, whether we are strong enough to weather the storms of life or easily fall with a gust of wind.  As we examine our lives in the context of a tree’s roots, trunk, branches, and leaves/fruit, we find parallels that help us continue to remain healthy and fruit-bearing despite adverse conditions.  In this episode, Terry and Melani offer highlights from The Tree, and, for each of the four areas, they share some insights they have gained through their years of teaching this topic.
 
Resources:
kqministries.net
Personal Roadmap (free): courses.kqministries.net
God-Connection Podcast Episode: Listen to The Fig Tree Episode #110:00—Introduction 
2:08—How The Tree Began
6:00—Overview
8:00—Roots 
14:10—Trunk
20:52—Branches
39:44—Leaves & Fruit
53:57—Ending 

The Fig Tree #11: Terry Shock

Listen in as Terry and Melani Shock discuss the concept of God-Connection.  From sharing how understanding this concept has changed their lives, to offering practical applications for those in various stages of life, to suggesting tools to help implement this practice, they take a deep dive into what God-Connection is and how to flow it out in your life.   Resources:KQ Products are available through kqministries.net.·        Eat This Book:  https://kq-ministries-inc.myshopify.com/products/eat-this-book-teacher-self-study-edition ·        Eat This Book Online: https://courses.kqministries.net/courses/eat-this-book (https://courses.kqministries.net/courses/eat-this-book)·        Print Journal to Accompany ETB Online: https://kq-ministries-inc.myshopify.com/collections/eat-this-book-bible-study/products/eat-this-book-god-me 
·        God & Me 90-Day Journal: https://kq-ministries-inc.myshopify.com/products/god-me-90-day-journal 
·        Journaling Bible: https://www.amazon.com/Journal-Bonded-Leather-Letter-Comfort/dp/0785218319/ 

The Fig Tree #10: ”Eric”

In this audio-only episode, "Eric" talks about his faith journey, which started after a meth lab explosion rendered him blind. For security reasons, his name has been changed and his image withheld. For more information, please visit www.kqministries.net

The Fig Tree #9: Kim Johnson

Designer Kimberly Johnson shares her knowledge of decorating in this episode. From insights into her own style, to how to work with people who have different styles, she gives helpful tips for making a space warm and inviting. She also addresses common mistakes, quick and inexpensive fixes for troublesome areas, and first impressions. Get inspired by her creativity and passion for making every space welcoming. Kim and her husband, Todd, pastor Revival Church in Modesto, California, and recently became first-time grandparents.
Resources Pinterest—pinterest.com Canva—canva.com (for building inspiration boards/collages) The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield For inspiration: Studio McGee (studio-mcgee.com), Chris Loves Julia (chrislovesjulia.com), Arrows & Bow (arrowsandbow.com), Hartman Haus (hartmanhaus.com)
If you have questions for Kim, you can email details.by.kimberly@gmail.com

The Fig Tree #8: Val Hughes

Valeria Hughes shares stories about her mentor, Marilyn Chennault.  Marilyn was an unassuming lady who had an incredible friendship with God that fueled her everyday life.  From miracles to wisdom, Val gives us a peek inside this giant of the faith’s life and legacy.  
 
Valeria and her husband, Rick, live and serve in the Oklahoma District.
 
Resources:
More stories and a book about Marilyn Chennault will be forthcoming.  Keep track of the latest at Kingdom Advance Ministry:
kingdomadvanceministry.com
IG & FB @kingdomadvanceok
Oklahoma NextGen
oknextgen.cc 

The Fig Tree #7: Marketplace Christianity with Clara Brett

Clara Brett is a pastor's wife who lives and ministers in Copenhagen, Denmark. In this episode, Clara discusses how she balances family, ministry, and her full-time career as an accomplished attorney.
 
For more information, please visit www.kqministries.net

The Fig Tree #6: Marketplace Christianity with Lindsi Walker

An inspiring interview with an amazing young woman, Lindsi Walker, who is the wife of a minister, mom to two young children, and has an incredibly demanding career as Vice Provost for Global Affairs at Stonybrook University on Long Island, New York. The topics of balance, ministry in the marketplace, and true leadership are discussed. You won't want to miss a word.

The Fig Tree #5: Survivor Series with Angela Manning

Angi Manning is the guest on this week’s “Survivor Series” episode.  Angi and her husband, Jim, pastor in Many, Louisiana.  After beginning her healing process from years of abuse, Angi experienced another tragedy with the sudden loss of her mother and sister.  On this episode, she shares how turning toward Jesus and accepting the support of others helped her survive grief and feeling like she had nothing to give and then to regain her footing to be able to become a thriving mom to her adopted son, Chase, and to know and share the love of Jesus in a deeper way.
 
You can find Angi on Facebook at Angela Manning and on Instagram @AngiDManning.