John Nuzzo Leadership Podcast | A pastor's insights on leadership for the whole church

In this month’s leadership podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo discusses the value of prayer and shares how prayer literally saved his and Michelle’s lives!  

Why do I need to pray?

If every prayer you are praying today gets answered, does it change YOUR world or THE world?

These questions will be answered in this podcast.  You will also learn about praying out a divine supply of the Holy Spirit of the known will of God and the unknown—a supply that will give you glimpses into the future.  

One thing you’ll ne...

Join Pastor John in a Q&A session with Chris Hodges, Founder and Senior Pastor of Church of the Highlands, as they discuss how to experience explosive growth in your church.

·      What is the difference between ownership and stewardship?

·      How can the older generation be used of God to accelerate the Kingdom and not disappear?

·      What is the difference between a model and a mandate?

Discover the answers to these questions and more as Pastor John Nuzzo interviews Pastor Keith Tucci, a friend who has pastored for many years and oversees the Network of Related Pastors, giving love, encouragement, and teaching to younger pastors.  According to Pastor Keith, “Every pastor needs a pastor.”  Pastors John and Keith offer valuable lessons to pastors as the two discuss Malach...

In this month’s podcast, Pastor John interviews Ron Brooks, an entrepreneur and long-time business owner, and gives just a peek into their lives.  Ron and his wife Sharon have a biblical view of money that few people share.  They have a lifestyle of giving and believe it is a privilege to be able to help others.  Ron classifies their giving as being “addictive in their lives.”    

As you listen, you will hear story after story of two people who love God and have the heart of God where money is concerned.  Our prayer is that God would make th...

In October of 2023, Pastor John visited a couple in Maine whom he mentors as part of our Northeast expansion initiative.  In this podcast, Pastor John details the story of what happened during this visit, which allowed the couple to purchase a building, renovate it, and have services in it within one year.   A grace came alongside and accelerated them.  

The question that was then raised to Pastor John was, “Why aren’t you doing this here?”  We have two campuses that need buildings, and although one is purchased already, things seem to be on hold.  It was then that P...

Ask yourself these questions:

·      How do you treat people?

·      Do you get angry quickly?

·      Do you treat people above you with honor but those below you in the organization differently?

Pastor John Nuzzo unpacks a critical element to pastoring and serving people effectively in this month’s podcast.  Based on personal experiences, Pastor John explains the difference between internal and external drivers which cause us to act the way we do.  How we treat people comes from one of these two drivers—that’s what influences us. 

Most of the things we do, we...

Pastor John Nuzzo continues his teaching on God and Government.  Last month, he focused on how to steward your vote in this upcoming election as a Christian.  Please listen to the October podcast if you haven’t already.  This month, the focus is on how to navigate God and Government as a child of God and a leader. 

We are commanded in every area of our lives to lead people to the light.  The only source of preservation on this earth is the salt and light of the Church and the Body of Christ.  

If your pri...

·      Should a Christian vote?

·      How should a Christian vote?

This is not a political podcast.  This podcast by Pastor John Nuzzo is about discipling God’s people and how to steward their Kingdom responsibility while living in a representative republic.  As we approach this precarious and divided time in our nation, Pastor Nuzzo challenges Christians to understand our responsibility as believers to avoid some of the greatest errors we can make.  We’re here to represent Jesus on the earth.  

Have you ever said this or heard someone say, “If ______________ wins this election, it’s over?  If tho...

This month, Pastor John Nuzzo interviews Pastor Rob Ketterling, Lead Pastor of River Valley Church in Minneapolis, MN.  He has coached and discipled many through an initiative called Kingdom Builders and has personally seen God grow their church from $157,000 to more than $10,000,000 above the tithe, which has helped build unified local communities, plant more churches, and has sent missionaries around the world!   

According to Pastor John: “Since Victory initiated Kingdom Builders, in five years general giving increased by 85% and missions giving by 347%!  Rob has made a greater impact in discipling our church than anything we’ve ever...

Pastor John Nuzzo continues his message regarding turning the hearts of the Fathers to the children and the hearts of the children to the Fathers.  When God does this, He will also be turning them away from something:  that is idols.  

Idols exist in both generations that will impede the form of the wineskin and will impede the acceleration of the emergent generation in fulfilling the purpose of God for their lives.  What are these idols?  

Pastor Nuzzo speaks candidly to the Abrahams and Isaacs about their idols and about how to rescue a nation in ou...

This month, Pastor John shares his heart about a new wineskin that is emerging.  God is building a new wineskin to operate through a new generation, and it is designed to affect three generations.  Whether you are an Abraham, an Isaac, or a Jacob, this podcast is for you.  

Pastor John shares examples of two leaders in his life who have followed the example in Malachi 4 that helped to accelerate his ministry: “He will turn the hearts of the fathers to the children and the hearts of the children to the fathers OR ELSE I will come to st...

In this podcast episode, Pastor John Nuzzo is privileged to interview Dr. John Maxwell, who is known as the # 1 leadership authority.  A number one New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker,  John Maxwell has sold more than 24 million books in several languages. More than that, he is a devout Christian who intentionally uses his gifting and skills for a higher purpose.

In this month’s podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo articulates the structure and importance of biblical leadership in the church.  Multiplication is one of the primary things God is endeavoring to do church-wide, not only in the church, but in individual believers’ lives to multiply them so they can multiply the Kingdom.  There is a lid, however, that if not overcome will stop you, as a leader, in your tracks—the lid of structure.  

Pastor John expounds on the biblical leadership model and explains the importance of the capacity of the leaders around you.  Grow in empowering leaders around you...

In this month’s podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo enlightens us regarding the importance of the punctuation mark we place on our lives.  Through personal experiences, he reveals the domino effect of our using the correct punctuation in life.  The domino effect is not only up to God; it depends upon our choices as well.  When we choose to place a period in our lives rather than a comma, it can be devastating—not only to our own lives, but to countless others also.  

Listening to this message will help you to see that no matter the present circumst...

Who is your Apollos?Who are your Aquila and Priscilla?

In this podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo delves into a new season he believes is coming into the Body of Christ.  He believes we are in a season to help the next generation to be prepared to build the Church and to hear God’s voice.  

In Acts 18, Aquila and Priscilla took Apollo aside and explained to him, “the way of God more accurately.”  They nurtured him, and ultimately, released him into his calling.  They decided to invite someone into their lives to create an environment for Apollos to grow sp...

In this month’s podcast, Pastor John speaks to leaders about multiplication in your sphere of influence.  He shares a personal experience that brought him to the realization that there are three elements necessary for multiplication.  Multiplication is available for all of us—no one is disqualified!  

In the world, people are celebrated because of what they’ve achieved; in the Kingdom of God, we’re celebrated because we’ve been received and rescued by the love of God.  Love is the ultimate multiplier!  If you’re going to multiply, you are not working for God but partnering with G...

Do you see what God sees?  Are you blinded because you can’t see beyond your past, your pain, even your successes?  In this month’s podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo shares some things that are deeply meaningful and intimate to him that will bless you immeasurably.  Learn from his experience of having a God-sized vision and being fully flooded with light that illuminates his path in changing lives for eternity.  Hear about the revelation he had regarding laborers, as well as a testimony of a single mom who became a multi-millionaire.  

We have the privilege of laboring together...

Pastor John Nuzzo interviews Pastor Keith Tucci in this month’s podcast.  Pastor Keith is the author of God Who Intervenes, which is the amazing story of his life.  He also founded the Network of Related Pastors—a gathering of pastors from all over the country.  They have planted 14 churches in Ukraine, and through this ministry provide fellowship, care, and encouragement to pastors.    Visit nrpastors.com for more information.

Pastor Keith grew up in the Pittsburgh Projects and was running the streets at age 14.  He describes his family as “cutting edge dysfunction.”  Yet, Pastor Keith’s message is that...

In part two of this interview with licensed counselor and coach, Peter Piῇon, Pastor John Nuzzo delves into the process of transformation Peter experienced after he met Jesus.   It is the goodness of God—through God and people—which leads us into repentance and totally changes the trajectory of our lives.  

Mental health issues are rampant in our culture today.  One in five adults experience a health issue such as anxiety, depression, PTSD.  Peter offers a free course online at mindsconnected.com where tools are available to assess these issues so you can get help.  We are transfo...

In this month’s podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo interviews licensed counselor and coach, Peter Piñón regarding the mental health crisis in our country.  We live in a culture where there is a broad range of what truth is.  Mental health is based on us having truth in our belief system, and truth will set us free.

Peter’s story is heartbreaking yet hopeful.  Hear how at twelve he was suicidal.  He couldn’t even look in the mirror, he loathed himself so much.  Yet, when he heard that God values his life, everything changed!  God can do amazing thi...

In Part 2 of this podcast, Pastor John continues with the third and final point of this message regarding the training he has received on generosity, which has been critical to his ministry.  Can God trust you?  Your divine destiny or purpose is imbedded in God’s ability to trust you.  

Pastor John shares the story of his book-ended experience over a 28-year period regarding generosity that has been critical in his ability to walk in faith when things looked impossible.  Discover how you can take bold steps to multiply the Kingdom of God and get on the other...

What does generosity have to do with leadership?What do generosity and living by faith have in common?Why do I need to be in a training camp?

Training camp for athletes is painful yet productive.  It requires discipline.  It is for game time.  As a young minister, I thought the painful training was for a short season, and then life would get easier.  I learned, however, that anything of value is an uphill battle.  Most Christians live and die and never take one step into their purpose for God because they give up during training.   They see the pain a...

In Part Two of this topic, Pastor John Nuzzo and John Bevere continue their profound discussion on the book The Awe of God.  The discussion begins with the answer to why most of us get stuck with our head in our hands with shame when the manifest presence of God appears.  Using biblical examples, John Bevere expounds on this reaction with our flesh.  

Discover how the fear of the Lord opens our lives to His blessing—to joy, gladness, longevity, fruitful days.  You can experience all that God wants for you—the abundant life—because of your holy awe. ...

In this month’s podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo interviews John Bevere about his newest book, The Awe of God.  This is one of the most misunderstood topics in the Bible.  The fear of God has nothing to do with being afraid of God.  In fact, understanding the fear of God will give you a deeper understanding of the love of God and will cause you to have a more intimate relationship with Him.  

God uses people in amazing ways—even while the leader is in complete meltdown.  There’s a reason meltdowns happen, and it’s avoidable. Longevity in ministry is about not confusing two different aspects of the Holy Spirit in your life as a leader.  

Pastor John Nuzzo distinguishes between two aspects of the Holy Spirit in your life, using personal ministry examples and stories to further explain. 

In this month’s...

What is longevity?What are the qualifiers of longevity?What makes longevity a multiplier?What is the key requirement to longevity?  

In this month’s podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo reviews longevity in ministry and answers the questions above. In 2 Timothy 4: 7-8, Paul referred to his longevity:  I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerl...

In Part 2 of this podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo unveils the final three methods Jesus used to multiply His Kingdom.  If you take the time to process the questions Pastor John asks, you will literally see God’s Kingdom multiply under your leadership. Learn how to intentionally plan so that you have more time than you can imagine, yet there is more being done in your ministry than ever before. 

It’s amazing how Jesus lived His life.  Using five practical practices, Jesus gave the Great Commission to only 11 people who changed the whole world! If we want to expe...

In Part One of this two-part series, Pastor John Nuzzo deep dives into two of the five primary things Jesus did to multiply the Kingdom of God.    As you listen, you will hear Pastor John ask process questions that will lead you to answers that will literally multiply God’s Kingdom under your leadership.  They are not difficult; they are things that anyone can do.  As leaders, we are called to live within the principles of the Kingdom of God just like Jesus did.

 Humble yourself; submit yourself to God; ask yourself a few simple questions and begin t...

Leaders, discover the answers to the following questions:

In this month’s podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo examines the type of boasting we are commanded to do in the Bible.  He defines and expounds on three types of boasting that every leader must have in their lives:  the boast of humility, grace, and faith.  Understand the d...

Ask yourself one question:  Would you rather see someone come to Jesus or vote a certain way, so a political outcome becomes your hope?

Think about what your primary purpose is as a leader, and then listen to Pastor John Nuzzo expound on this topic.  He gives three keys to help you discern the balance between reasoning and rage.  He uses a personal example of a time he was invited to the White House to meet with a President; he explains what God ministered to him, and why he declined the invitation.  Listen to the wisdom God impa...

In this podcast episode, Pastor John Nuzzo is privileged to interview Dr. John Maxwell, who is known as the # 1 leadership authority.  A number one New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker,  John Maxwell has sold more than 24 million books in several languages. More than that, he is a devout Christian who intentionally uses his gifting and skills for a higher purpose.

By listening to this podcast, you will discover:

“We are living in a distressed and totally ‘out of breath’ generation, which I have not seen in my 41 years of ministry.  Waves of national trauma are unending, and it is not going to get better.”  Pastor John Nuzzo uses Lot and Sodom and Gomorrah to explain how Lot was deceived by placing hi...

What is the answer to the overwhelming assault on God’s people of depression and anxiety?Do you wonder why people are quitting the ministry more than ever before?Why are people running FROM God during this turmoil?What does “being vexed in our souls” mean?

In this month’s podcast, Pastor John helps us to understand why so many people in our world today are vexed—anxious and depressed.  He uses three Bible stories:  Samson and Delilah, Job, and Lot, to explain how so many of us are trapped in circumstances.  There is an avenue by which we can overcome...

Learn the difference between humility and pride where grace is concernedDiscover a recipe to grow the Kingdom of GodUnderstand your primary responsibility as a leader/pastor

God has given each of us a measure of grace for which we are accountable.  This month, Pastor John Nuzzo approaches an aspect of grace that has not been widely studied: accountability for the grace you’ve been given.  Ask yourself this question: If you died today, and had to give an account to God today for the grace that the Head of the Church placed upon you, how would you do in that...

In this podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo shares values that helped build the church that he has pastored for almost 29 years. The sixth and final value is Take Faith Risks.   Our faith in God acts boldly and fearlessly amid life’s impossibilities.  It does whatever it takes to reach and rescue people because faith works through love.  

Learn how to rely on the Holy Spirit for teaching, guidance, and direction.

How do you make it count for every individual in your sphere of influence? Hear the values upon which Pastor John Nuzzo has based his ministry and personal life.

How do you multiply the Kingdom of God with limited ability and resources? Join Pastor John for personal stories of his journey leading a church from 33 people to thousands of people.

This month, Pastor John explains the importance of loving people and putting them first in every area of your life.

Pastor Nuzzo uses personal, transformational experiences to define how he and Michelle have founded their lives and how they lead their ministry on six simple values.