Charles Stone

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In this episode, I sit down with Charles Stone, a seasoned pastor with over 40 years of experience in ministry, having served in roles such as lead pastor, associate pastor, and church planter. Charles has written seven books and contributed over 300 articles to prominent Christian leadership platforms. He holds four advanced degrees, including a Ph.D., and has extensively studied the intersection of neuroscience and leadership, focusing on managing stress in ministry. Charles has coached and trained over 3,000 leaders across seven countries. In our conversation, we explore how he integrates biblical principles with brain-based strategies to equip pastors for leadership. He also shares insights into his personal life, ministry experiences, and leadership development.

Links

• Books
  • Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted by Cal Newport.
  • Spiritual Leadership: Principles of Excellence for Every Believer by Oswald Sanders.
  • Your Brain at Work: Strategies for Overcoming Distraction, Regaining Focus, and Working Smarter All Day Long by David Rock.
  • Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker.
• Podcast
  • Andrew Huberman
• Quotes
  • “But he who is noble plans noble things, and on noble things he stands.” Isaiah 32:8

To find out more about Charles here (charlesstone.com).