Deryl Hurst and Wes Dudley, pastors at DOVE Westgate Church, join Larry Kreider to share valuable insights into identifying, nurturing, and equipping young leaders. Drawing from their personal experiences, Deryl and Wes provide practical and biblical wisdom on developing leaders to walk in the full potential of their God-given callings. Quotable Quotes: “Many people go into ministry with the combination of a calling and a gift. [However], it doesn’t take long until they become enamored by their gift and forget their calling.” “God often qualifies the called more than he calls the qualified.” Highlights: Look for quality young people to affirm and call out their positive character traits and giftings. As a leader, it’s important to identify potential new leaders, cast vision to them, equip them, and resource and develop them. Be careful of becoming enamored by a person’s charisma and perceived anointing. First, look for character, spiritual depth, and a heart to serve. 2 Kings 2 A healthy environment for raising leaders should be tailored more like a garden for them to learn and grow rather than like a factory that manufactures leaders. Create opportunities for young people to get involved and serve who have grown up in your church and are familiar with your church’s particular DNA and culture. Mark 3:13-14 Mentioned in Today’s Episode: DOVE Westgate Church DOVE Global Leadership & Ministry School For more information about Larry Kreider, his books, daily devotionals, small-group resources, or other teachings, visit larrykreider.com.