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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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Responding with Forbearance | BPS9 E04

October 26, 2025 • Fidelis Emuze • Season 9 • Episode 4

Title: Responding with Forbearance: David’s Patience Toward Saul
Anchor Text: Col. 3:13
Contemporary Quote:
*"Patience is not the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting." — Joyce Meyer

Leaders today must learn to wait. There are moments when quick responses feel right, but forbearance reminds us that some victories come only through endurance. The ability to “stay under” pressure with grace is a mark of godly leadership.

Forbearance is not passivity—it’s holy resilience. It says, “God sees, and God will act—so I will wait.”

Reflect on these questions this week:

Are you currently in a “wilderness” season as a leader?
Are you tempted to force a solution rather than wait on God's provision?
Are you bearing with someone who wrongs you repeatedly?

Recognitions
Music: Nathaniel Bassey

Pastor Fola Ogundipe, The Voice of Truth Ministries, Mount View, Minneapolis, USA

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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
Keller, T. (2022). Forgive: Why Should I and How Can I? New York: Viking (Penguin Books).

Gibson, E. (2010). The gift of forgiveness. Minneapolis: Chosen. (Women of the Word Bible Series)

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