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Biblical Phronesis Podcast

Biblical phronesis (BP) is an educational show that teaches practical wisdom to abide in the faith. The scripted non-fiction podcast targets membership retention in the Christian fold, especially among professionals. The podcast offers practical wisdom for Christians in various leadership roles. With authentic and transformational leadership as a golden thread, the episodes in multiple seasons will build better character, credibility, competence, commitment, and courage in conjunction with integrity, trust, reputation, positive attitude, self-discipline, and servanthood, to mention a few. The podcast provides a platform where professionals can access contemporary ideas, concepts, principles, and values essential to serving God and humanity through a review of best-selling leadership books and practical application of biblical wisdom. The podcast aims to engender how Christian leaders that make heaven their goal will remain earthly relevant in all spheres of influence. Host: Fidelis Emuze, a University Professor in Built Environment, is a Lead Like Jesus enthusiast. He is an Alumnus of the Redeemers International Leadership Academy (RILA) and an ordained minister in the Redeemed Christian Church of God. He currently serves at the Restoration House Parish in Bloemfontein, South Africa.

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Biblical Phronesis Podcast

Issachar - Servant Leader | BPS8 E06

May 11, 2025 • Fidelis Emuze • Season 8 • Episode 6

Key text: Gen. 49:15

15 When he sees how good is his resting place
and how pleasant is his land,
he will bend his shoulder to the burden
and submit to forced labor.

Biblical Application: Issachar’s wisdom and hard work made his tribe valuable. Proverbs 4:7 says wisdom is the principal thing. Leaders must understand their times and act wisely.

Call to Action: Seek God’s wisdom daily through His Word. Be diligent in your calling, knowing that faithfulness leads to divine reward.

Recognitions
Music: Nathaniel Bassey

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Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJV
Commentary / Study Bibles:
McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLT

References & Further Readings
Liardon, R. (2008) God’s Generals: The revivalists. New Kensington, Pennsylvania: Whitaker House
Maxwell, J.C. (2019). Twenty-one qualities of leaders in the Bible: Developing leadership traits inspired by the men and women of scripture. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson.
Maxwell, J.C., & Elmore, T. (2014). The Maxwell leadership Bible Notes. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson.

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