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Join Dr. Jack Farmer, Superintendent of Berean Baptist Academy, for Coffee with the Superintendent, a thought-provoking and faith-centered podcast that explores the mission of Christian education, biblical truths, and practical insights for personal and academic excellence. Each episode includes three segments: The Grind: Stay updated on school news, events, and announcements that keep the BBA community connected. The Holy Spirit’s Water: Dive deep into daily devotions and biblical reflections, uncovering timeless lessons and applying them to modern life. The Add-Ins: Gain practical wisdom on leadership, learning strategies, and Christian living, all rooted in a shared vision to glorify God and make Him known. Whether you’re a parent, student, or someone passionate about faith and education, this podcast is your daily dose of encouragement and insight, reminding you that discipleship and excellence go hand in hand.
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Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
In this New Year’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer explores Genesis 32:24–32 in The Holy Spirit’s Water, focusing on Jacob’s wrestling match with God. We examine what it means to wrestle with God today—not physically, but spiritually and emotionally—as we seek His blessing, guidance, and transformation. Drawing insights from reformed theologians, we unpack what it means to have striven with God and prevailed and how this struggle of faith shapes our identity, purpose, and dependence on Him as we step into the new year.
In The Add-Ins, we continue our series on God as the Perfect Leader by looking at Principle #7—God Himself Supervised. We reflect on God’s daily visits to the Garden of Eden as a relational leadership model and explore how presence, encouragement, and accountability are vital for effective leadership today. From biblical examples like Paul’s letters to the churches to modern practices, we learn how to lead intentionally and build trust in those we guide.
Whether starting this year with renewed goals or facing spiritual challenges, this episode will inspire you to wrestle with God in prayer, trust His leading, and step boldly into His purpose for you. Grab your coffee, and let’s begin 2025 with faith, leadership, and hope!