Tim is a third-generation LCMS pastor at Christ’s Greenfield Lutheran Church in Gilbert, AZ that cares about the future of our denomination. Today, we talk about how to disagree in a healthy way and a path forward. Tim hosts the Lead Time Podcast and is passionate about helping the church become filled with great leaders and disciples through Unite Leadership Collective. To learn more about the podcast or access the show notes, visit www.redletterpodcast.com.
Today’s episode is brought to you by Children’s HopeChest. HopeChest and Red Letter Living are teaming up for an epic Pastor’s Vision trip March 24-29, 2025. Only a few spots remain. Pastors, we want to invite you and a plus-one to join us on this trip. You’ll have the opportunity to engage in different activities including evangelism, home visits, and connecting with children at HopeChest’s CarePoints. Each day, I’ll also be leading inspiring devotions, guiding you some Red Letter Challenge principles, and empowering you to embody the teachings of Jesus in your everyday life. All the details are at www.redletterchallenge.com/hopechest. So, get in now to connect more with not only Red Letter Living, but hopefully to find a great mission partner overseas in Children’s HopeChest. To find more info and to register for this trip go to www.redletterchallenge.com/hopechest. I truly hope that I’ll see you there.
Resources mentioned in the episode
Harrison Assessment Behavioral Tool
Leader and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box
Christ Greenfield Church, Gilbert, AZ
Episode President Brian Mueller Grand Canyon University
I want to talk to people I disagree with. – Rev. Dr. Tim Ahlman
We need to confess our sins more to each other. – Rev. Dr. Tim Ahlman
The quicker I get to my contribution in our disagreements the better. – Rev. Dr. Tim Ahlman
The Holy Spirit wants to bring unity. – Rev. Dr. Tim Ahlman
I don’t want to give up on our denomination because you don’t leave your family. – Rev. Dr. Tim Ahlman
The quickest way to kill any organization is to go high control, low trust. – Rev. Dr. Tim Ahlman
Jesus gave us the model: it was about apprenticeship, mentorship, and discipleship all for the sake of the local church. – Rev. Dr. Tim Ahlman
When I see the Lord I wanna say I did everything I could to reach people with the gospel. – Rev. Dr. Tim Ahlman
Tim’s Challenge: Have at least one encouraging “ICNU”, or “I see in you” conversation with someone this week.
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