GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

By Chris Hodges

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GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges episodes:

04.22.2024
53 | Chad Veach - Lessons in Building, Excellence, and Growth
What is the secret to excellence and growth in ministry? In this episode, Pastor Chad Veach joins us to discuss what he has learned over the last 10 years and shares his experience visiting Highlands College. We start by discussing...
04.01.2024
52 | Making Disciples – 12 Steps for Every Believer
Looking for practical ways to disciple new believers after Easter services? In this conversation, Pastors Chris and Matt discuss the importance of intentional evangelism and discipleship. They emphasize the need to preach the gospel in every service, give people a...
03.18.2024
51 | Blue Van Dyke - Effective Membership Engagement - StudioC
What is the secret to membership engagement? In this episode, Blue Van Dyke, the founder of StudioC, joins Pastors Chris and Matt to discuss the importance of member engagement in church growth. He shares his background in marketing and strategy,...
03.04.2024
50 | Taking Inventory – 8 Characteristics of Growing Churches
What are the key characteristics of a growing church? In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt discuss the importance of taking inventory and detecting problems within your church early. They introduce a new health assessment tool from GrowLeader and share...
02.19.2024
49 | Wess Stafford – The Heart of Poverty – Compassion International
What is the heart of poverty and how can we confront it? In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt are joined by Wess Stafford, President Emeritus of Compassion International, who shares stories from his life and what led him to...
02.05.2024
48 | Leading with Integrity – 7 Steps to Maintaining Integrity as a Leader
What are the steps to finishing strong as a leader with integrity? In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt discuss the importance of maintaining integrity as a leader. PC shares seven key principles to help leaders guard against moral failure...
01.22.2024
47 | William Vanderbloemen - Essential Leadership Habits - Be the Unicorn
What are the essential habits to look for in a leader? Discover the must-have habits for effective leadership in this insightful episode! Join Pastor Chris and William Vanderbloemen as they delve into William's latest book, "Be the Unicorn". Unpacking findings...
01.01.2024
46 | Annual Goal Setting – Seeking God’s Will for our New Year Goals
Happy New Year! As leaders, how can we start the new year by seeking God’s will for our New Year goals? Join Pastors Chris and Matt as they share practical advice for setting annual goals and seeking God’s will through...
12.18.2023
45 | Dan Clark - Advancing Generosity - The Recipe of Westfall Gold
As leaders, how do we inspire generosity and develop trust as we pursue our vision? In this episode, join Pastors Chris and Matt as they sit down with Dan Clark, the CEO of Westfall Gold, to discuss how we can...
12.04.2023
44 | New Year, New Focus – Evaluating the Past & Planning for the New Year
Is it better to spend time reviewing the past or planning for the new year? The answer is, that it's essential to do both! In this episode, discover the keys to finishing the year strong as Pastors Chris and Matt...
11.20.2023
43 | Hal Donaldson - Delivering Hope - Convoy of Hope
As leaders, how can we meet people's physical needs and spiritual needs through disaster relief or community outreach? Join Pastors Chris and Matt in a great conversation with Hal Donaldson, the president and founder of Convoy of Hope. In this...
11.06.2023
42 | Dr. Henry Cloud – Developing Trust
What is the connection between faith and psychology, and how does this answer help us develop trust? In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt are joined by Dr. Henry Cloud to discuss the connection between faith & psychology, the support...
10.16.2023
41 | Priscilla Shirer - Bible Study Essentials
How do you currently differentiate between your devotional time and study time? Are there any challenges you face in maintaining this separation? In this episode, Priscilla Shirer joins Pastors Chris and Matt to discuss insights on Bible study essentials. Priscilla...
10.02.2023
40 | Evangelism - The Purpose within the Church
Is the purpose of church services discipleship or evangelism? The answer is, both! In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt discuss the vital connection between discipleship and evangelism within our church services. Learn how Fall is a harvest season...
09.18.2023
39 | Jeff Little - Coaching & Discipling Men - The Way to Win
What is the key to growth and increasing engagement? In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt are joined by their great friend Jeff Little to unpack how coaching and discipling men not only create strong leaders but also foster...
09.04.2023
38 | Keys to Crafting Vision
Do you have a guiding vision for the future? Is it specific enough? In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt share the Keys to Crafting Vision. You will learn to: - Create a clear vision in 5 Specific Areas...
08.21.2023
37 | Jim Laffoon - Hearing from God
Are you looking for a genuine connection with God? Join us as pastors Chris and Matt talk with Jim Lafoon on how to hear from God! From understanding God's still small voice and quieting your soul, to the different...
08.07.2023
36 | Personal Prayer
Do you desire to lead with greater confidence, clarity, and creativity? Are you seeking an intimate encounter with God that ignites your leadership journey? Join pastors Chris and Matt in this transformative episode as they highlight the profound significance...
07.24.2023
35 | Donald Miller - Achieving Growth
What does it take to achieve growth? In today's episode, Donald Miller joins us to discuss practical steps for growth based on his latest book 'How to Grow Your Small Business'. Explore some of the six crucial parts of...
07.10.2023
34 | Vision & Purpose
Vision and Purpose are key factors for a healthy church or business to grow! Join Pastors Chris and Matt in this thought-provoking episode as they dive deep into the significance of vision for leaders. Gain invaluable wisdom on how...
06.19.2023
33 | Kelly Shackelford - Religious Freedom
In this episode, we delve into the crucial topic of religious freedom and its significance in today's society. Join us as Pastors Chris and Matt sit down with Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, and Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute. Kelly...
06.05.2023
32 | Rick Bezet - Rest and Relationships
Rest is not just a luxury; it is an essential component of effective leadership! Join us as Pastors Chris and Matt are joined by their close friend, Rick Bezet, who shares about his personal search for meaningful rest and relationships....
05.15.2023
31 | Jimmy Mellado - Equipping the Church - Compassion International
In this inspiring episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastors Chris and Matt have a conversation with Compassion International’s President and CEO, Santiago “Jimmy” Mellado, about Compassion’s work in equipping the local church around the world. Jimmy Mellado shares about his...
05.01.2023
30 | The Key to Reinforcing Healthy Team Culture
Regardless of the team size, investing in your team through an intentional retreat experience is crucial. Pastors Chris and Matt discuss their upcoming staff retreat and how they use it to reinforce a healthy staff culture by making it a...
04.17.2023
29 | John Maxwell - The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication
Effective communication is a crucial skill in leadership. Dr. John C. Maxwell joins Pastor Chris Hodges to unpack some key lessons from his latest resource "The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication." Learn about speaking from a place of authenticity, preparing...
04.03.2023
28 | The Wow Experience
How can we create a Wow Experience? Whether a business or church, we all have room for improvement. In this episode Pastors Chris and Matt unpack insights about what guests are looking for along with practical ways to lead your...
03.20.2023
27 | John Bevere - Awe of God - Highlands College Chapel
Today's bonus episode is a powerful message by Pastor John Bevere recorded at Highlands College. In his message, "The Awe of God", based on his experiences with the Lord throughout his life of ministry, John shares about a holy reverent...
03.06.2023
26 | Lord Send Revival
Are we seeing the start of another revival in the local church and if so, what's our responsibility as leaders? Can we promote it, or can we hinder it? In this episode Pastor Chris shares his views on what we...
02.20.2023
25 | Chris Tomlin - The Weight and Privilege of Leading Others in Worship
Grammy award-winning and Highlands College's "artist-in-residence", Chris Tomlin, joins the GrowLeader podcast to share what he's learned in his 30+ years of leading others in worship. From overcoming insecurity to remembering that worship is not a trend, Tomlin unpacks principles...
02.06.2023
24 | Know The One
Did you realize that the concept of "leader" is not mentioned in the Bible as much as "caregiver"? Jesus emphasized the importance of being shepherds and pastors who "know the one". In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt break down...
01.23.2023
23 | Dr. Nido Qubein - Leadership Principles for High Capacity Leaders
Dr. Nido R. Qubein became the seventh president of High Point University in January 2005 and has implemented dozens of strategic growth accomplishments. In this episode Dr. Qubein unpacks some of his top leadership principles and values he applies to...
01.02.2023
22 | Evaluated Experience Is Our Best Teacher
As we start a new year, it's imperative that we learn how to effectively evaluate all that happened in the last year, and use it to help ourselves and lead people better in the new year. In this episode Ps...
12.19.2022
21 | John Maxwell - Intentional Living
Dr. John C. Maxwell, the #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker joins Matt and Chris to discuss living with intention, second half certainties, choosing the right perspective, and many more leadership lessons. Download show notes or watch...
12.05.2022
20 | The Essential Leadership Skill of Emotional Intelligence
Do you know the leadership skill that has the most potential to improve all other leadership skills? Join Pastors Chris and Matt as they dive into this essential skill of emotional intelligence and gain greater understanding of self-awareness, self-regulation, motivations,...
11.14.2022
19 | Larry Stockstill - The Importance of Global Missions
Why is global missions declining in our churches? Pastor Larry Stockstill unpacks how he led his church to become Bethany World Prayer Center and return to the mandate to go into all the world. Download show notes or watch the...
11.07.2022
18 | Leading a Healthy Organization Part 2
Do you have things in your organization, team, or family that you know could be better? Join this part two discussion about healthy team culture to learn how to put your team on the pathway to health. Download show notes...
10.17.2022
17 | Chad Veach - Leadership Lessons
Chris Hodges and Matt Minor sit down with Pastor Chad Veach to talk about essential leadership principles. From overcoming "imposter syndrome" to implementing effective rhythms of prayer, they cover big picture lessons and practical changes that help you grow to...
10.03.2022
16 | Leading a Healthy Organization Part 1
Join Chris Hodges and Matt Minor as they discuss 6 keys to building healthy teams and organizations. You'll hear more about defining and reinforcing your values, preventing "culture leak", and building teams with competency and health. Download show notes or...
09.19.2022
15 | Jim Laffoon - The Gift of Prophecy
The end goal of prophecy is maturing the saints and salvation. Ps Jim Laffoon shares more in this episode about the gift of prophecy, making space to hear God's voice, and the coming national revival. Download show notes or watch...
09.05.2022
14 | Are We Seeing Signs of the End Times?
Understanding the season we are in is crucial for aligning vision and stacking momentum. In this episode Chris and Matt explore the signs of the current times and what it means for our families and churches. Download show notes or...
08.01.2022
13 | Fighting for the Next Generation: How We Are Pivoting to Reach Gen Z
74 million people in the U.S. are part of Gen Z, and research shows 2 out of 3 students are predicted to leave the church. In this episode of the GrowLeader podcast, Chris and Matt discuss how Church of the...
07.04.2022
12 | How to Achieve Maximum Productivity and Rest
Few leaders find the balance of getting a lot done without overworking or burning out. Is it possible to experience true rest while pursuing purpose? In this episode, Chris Hodges shares his life lessons and keys to establishing rhythms that...
06.06.2022
11 | Leading Others to Radical Service
Living in a culture with a gravitational pull to selfishness, how can we lead people to radical generosity and service? Join today's conversation with the founder of "Servolution", Pastor Dino Rizzo, as we break down serving your community through strategic...
05.02.2022
10 | Fred Markert - Societal Collapse and How We Prevent It
If you're wondering where our culture and world are headed, this podcast with Fred Markert, who is a missionary, missiologist, and futurist, is a necessary resource. He explains why we may be on the brink of societal collapse based on...
04.04.2022
9 | The Value of a Great Impression
"People don't remember what you say, they remember how you make them feel." Setting values for your organization helps your vision come to life. Chris Hodges shares the keys to establishing values that set the tone for people feeling cared...
03.07.2022
8 | Dress for Success
We quickly think about how learning a new tactic, method or model will make us more effective. But it's crucial to remember that God uses and anoints people. Like the priests in the Old Testament who wore certain garments for...
02.07.2022
7 | John Maxwell - Leadership Lessons
Dr. John C. Maxwell is a world-renowned author, speaker, pastor, and pioneer in leadership development. He's written over 100 books that have sold over 30 million copies and called "the number one leadership and management expert in the world" by...
01.03.2022
6 | How to Make Prayer Work In Your Life and Your Church
Prayer is the lifeblood of the Christian faith, and one of the most important things a leader can do is build a strong personal prayer life and a dynamic prayer culture. This episode will unpack how you can maximize the...
12.06.2021
5 | Bringing Depression Into The Light
Join Chris and Matt as they bring the topic of depression out of the cave and into the light. With current statistics showing mental health challenges are on the rise, it's crucial for leaders to understand this topic for themselves...
11.01.2021
4 | Lee Domingue - Building and Sustaining a Legacy Team
A Legacy Team is a team full of people with the spiritual gift of giving. Join Chris Hodges and Lee Domingue as they unpack how to have vision for this team, identify who should be a part, and implement ways...

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GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges episodes:

53 | Chad Veach - Lessons in Building, Excellence, and Growth

52 | Making Disciples – 12 Steps for Every Believer

51 | Blue Van Dyke - Effective Membership Engagement - StudioC

50 | Taking Inventory – 8 Characteristics of Growing Churches

49 | Wess Stafford – The Heart of Poverty – Compassion International

48 | Leading with Integrity – 7 Steps to Maintaining Integrity as a Leader

47 | William Vanderbloemen - Essential Leadership Habits - Be the Unicorn

46 | Annual Goal Setting – Seeking God’s Will for our New Year Goals

45 | Dan Clark - Advancing Generosity - The Recipe of Westfall Gold

44 | New Year, New Focus – Evaluating the Past & Planning for the New Year

43 | Hal Donaldson - Delivering Hope - Convoy of Hope

42 | Dr. Henry Cloud – Developing Trust

41 | Priscilla Shirer - Bible Study Essentials

40 | Evangelism - The Purpose within the Church

39 | Jeff Little - Coaching & Discipling Men - The Way to Win

38 | Keys to Crafting Vision

37 | Jim Laffoon - Hearing from God

36 | Personal Prayer

35 | Donald Miller - Achieving Growth

34 | Vision & Purpose

33 | Kelly Shackelford - Religious Freedom

32 | Rick Bezet - Rest and Relationships

31 | Jimmy Mellado - Equipping the Church - Compassion International

30 | The Key to Reinforcing Healthy Team Culture

29 | John Maxwell - The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication

28 | The Wow Experience

27 | John Bevere - Awe of God - Highlands College Chapel

26 | Lord Send Revival

25 | Chris Tomlin - The Weight and Privilege of Leading Others in Worship

24 | Know The One

23 | Dr. Nido Qubein - Leadership Principles for High Capacity Leaders

22 | Evaluated Experience Is Our Best Teacher

21 | John Maxwell - Intentional Living

20 | The Essential Leadership Skill of Emotional Intelligence

19 | Larry Stockstill - The Importance of Global Missions

18 | Leading a Healthy Organization Part 2

17 | Chad Veach - Leadership Lessons

16 | Leading a Healthy Organization Part 1

15 | Jim Laffoon - The Gift of Prophecy

14 | Are We Seeing Signs of the End Times?

13 | Fighting for the Next Generation: How We Are Pivoting to Reach Gen Z

12 | How to Achieve Maximum Productivity and Rest

11 | Leading Others to Radical Service

10 | Fred Markert - Societal Collapse and How We Prevent It

9 | The Value of a Great Impression

8 | Dress for Success

7 | John Maxwell - Leadership Lessons

6 | How to Make Prayer Work In Your Life and Your Church

5 | Bringing Depression Into The Light

4 | Lee Domingue - Building and Sustaining a Legacy Team

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