Coffee with the Superintendent

Trusting God in Every Season: Humility, Leadership, and Growth

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer guides us through a day of reflection, growth, and community as we live out Berean Baptist Academy’s mission: to make disciples of Christ who strive for academic excellence.

Today’s episode features:
☕ The Holy Spirit’s Water – A devotional on Genesis 39:1–4, exploring how God’s presence sustained Joseph in slavery and how his submission foreshadows Christ’s humility on the cross. We reflect on why we struggle to submit to authority and how we can trust God’s sovereignty in every situation.

🏀 The Grind – Campus updates, including birthday celebrations for Michael in the 7th grade, Middle School Basketball teams traveling to Fayetteville Academy, and our Varsity Girls hosting Fayetteville Christian. Plus, don’t miss Friday’s State of the School address from Dr. Farmer, sharing important updates on BBA’s vision for the future.

📚 The Add-Ins – The Word of the Week is Acute, and today’s Leadership Quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson reminds us that our view of the world reflects our character.

Join us as we stay anchored in God’s Word, focused on leading with integrity, and committed to honoring Christ in all we do.

Grab your coffee, and let’s begin!

Redeeming Grace: God’s Purpose Through Brokenness and Leading with Compassion

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent episode, we explore the incredible truth that God’s grace can redeem even the most broken stories. We’ll dive into Genesis 38 and unpack the story of Judah and Tamar, a difficult but powerful reminder that God works through flawed people and messy circumstances to accomplish His perfect will.

Rooted in Berean Baptist Academy’s mission to make disciples of Christ who strive for academic excellence, we’ll reflect on how God’s redemptive plan extends through generations and how His grace covers our failures, offering hope and restoration.

We’ll also explore a timeless leadership lesson from George Washington on the power of leading with lenience and compassion. Discover how balancing accountability with grace can inspire loyalty and growth in our families, workplaces, and ministries.

Plus, we’ll celebrate the vibrant life of our BBA community with updates, today’s Word of the Week, and practical encouragement to help you grow in your faith and leadership.

So grab your coffee, and let’s be encouraged by God’s Word, challenged in our leadership, and united in our mission to glorify Christ through every part of our lives!

Empowered by God: Leading with Courage, Love, and Discipline

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we explore the empowering truth of 2 Timothy 1:7—that God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power, love, and self-control. We’ll reflect on how God equips us with courage and faith to overcome fear and live boldly for Him. From understanding how to trust God in difficult circumstances to embracing Spirit-led leadership, this episode offers biblical insights and practical ways to walk confidently in God’s promises.

We’ll also discuss the differences between being a manager and a leader, focusing on how godly leadership requires initiative, compassion, and the courage to challenge and inspire others.

Join us for a time of encouragement and reflection as we align our hearts with God’s Word and grow as leaders in our faith and community.

From Betrayal to Blessing: Trusting God’s Plan and Leading with Solution

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we dive into the story of Joseph’s God-given dreams from Genesis 37:5–20 and explore how God’s visions for our lives may not always be welcomed or understood by others. We discuss how to respond with faith, patience, and wisdom when faced with resistance to our calling, trusting in God’s perfect timing and sovereign plan.

Our Leadership Quote of the Day reminds us that initiative is what transforms a title into true leadership, inspiring us to take ownership and lead through action.

Plus, we highlight the Word of the Week, “Acrimonious,” and share practical tips from the Farmer’s Method for Reading and Remembering to help students grow academically.

As we prepare for the weekend, be encouraged to rest, reflect, and trust that God is working in every season of your life.

Stay safe, stay warm, and remember: God loves you, and I love you.

Tune in and let’s grow in faith and leadership together!

Faithful to the Vision: Trusting God’s Timing and Leading with Initiative

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we dive into the story of Joseph’s God-given dreams from Genesis 37:5–20 and explore how God’s visions for our lives may not always be welcomed or understood by others. We discuss responding with faith, patience, and wisdom when resisting our calling, trusting God’s perfect timing and sovereign plan.

Our Leadership Quote of the Day reminds us that initiative transforms a title into true leadership, inspiring us to take ownership and lead through action.

We highlight the Word of the Week, “Acrimonious,” and share practical tips from the Farmer’s Method for Reading and Remembering to help students grow academically.

As we prepare for the weekend, be encouraged to rest, reflect, and trust that God is working in every season of your life.

Stay safe, stay warm, and remember: God loves you, and I love you.

Tune in, and let’s grow in faith and leadership together!

The Best Way to Honor President Carter

On the day of President Carter's internment, Dr. Farmer remembers life during his presidency and one of his final speeches as President of the United States. In July 1979, President Carter warned against a Crisis of Confidence. Today, we see the same symptoms magnified, but the God that gave President Carter hope still provides hope to Christians. Embedded in this podcast is President Carter's voice and words reminding us that there are still things we must cling to as Americans, and while he was fighting for re-election and only alluded to God, Dr. Farmer reminds us that the chief person we must cling to is our Lord and the faith He secured. 

Favoritism, Faith, and Leadership: Trusting God’s Plan and Leading with Integrity

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we celebrate birthdays, share exciting campus updates, and prepare for the new semester as we look forward to Homecoming 2025, marking 50 years of Bulldog Education on January 31st!

In The Holy Spirit’s Water, we dive into Genesis 37:3–4, examining the sinful flaw of favoritism and its destructive impact on relationships. We reflect on God’s impartiality, His perfect justice, and how believers can respond to favoritism with faith, humility, and trust in God’s sovereignty.

Our Add-Ins include:

• Word of the Week: Acrimonious – Exploring the dangers of bitterness in speech and relationships.
• Leadership Quote by Abraham Lincoln – Teaching us to lead with integrity and humility, emphasizing servant leadership over domination.
• Study Tip of the Week – Introducing the Farmer’s Method for Reading and Remembering, a step-by-step tool for improving comprehension and retention.

Join us as we explore biblical truth, practical leadership, and academic growth, equipping you to lead boldly and live faithfully.

How Do You Handle Accountability?

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we start with The Grind, celebrating today’s birthdays and welcoming our teachers back to campus as they prepare for the new semester. We share essential updates and pray for God’s blessings over our students, families, and staff as we begin a new season of growth and learning.

In The Holy Spirit’s Water, we dive into what it means to Dr. Farmer to be reformed—exploring the unified narrative of Scripture and the covenantal promises fulfilled in Jesus Christ. We examine key theological truths, including:

• God’s sovereignty over creation and salvation.
• Faith in Christ’s work is the foundation of regeneration and sanctification.
• Living as ambassadors of Christ, pursuing holiness, and walking in the Spirit as we grow in faith and obedience.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your faith, grow in theological understanding, or seek practical applications for living as a disciple of Christ, this episode provides the encouragement and insight you need.

Grab your Bible, pour a cup of coffee, and join us as we reflect on God’s sovereignty, grace, and purpose in our lives!