ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Episode Summary
In this episode of Hilltop Conversations, Dr. Michael Avery joins Dr. Rodney Loper to discuss how our internal view of God's character defines our leadership and personal stability
Avery reflects on his journey from a small Alabama settlement to the 22-year presidency of God's Bible School & College, sharing how a shift in his perception of God allowed him to lead thorugh institutional crisis and financial transition.
Dr. Rodney Loper
- President of God's Bible School & College
- PhD in Organizational Leadership from Columbia International University
- MA in Leadership and Preaching from Trinity Theological Seminary
Dr. Michael Avery
- Current Chancellor of God's Bible School & College
- Former President of God's Bible School & College (1995-2017)
- Honorary Doctorate from Wesley Biblical Seminary
- MA from Cincinnati Christian University
- Founder of Deeper Life Ministries
Topics Covered
- Understanding God's Character: How our internal view of God defines our response to life and ministry
- The Power of Strategy: Using clear goals and "laser focus" to lead through institutional transitions
- The Discipline of Consistency: Why daily, steady obedience is more effective than navigating by panic
Takeaways
- Perception: How you see God is the most important factor in your life and leadership
- Direction: Clear goals help unify a team and solve institutional problems
- Persistence: Success is found in the discipline of daily consistency, not emotional highs
Video Chapters
00:00 Background, College, Alabama
12:15 GBS Presidency
19:10 Leaving GBS
21:45 Perception of God
53:56 Final Thoughts
English
United States
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