Lead On Podcast

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, continues his discussion of the role of the Holy Spirit in ministry leadership. Iorg explores how leaders can experience the filling of the Holy Spirit personally and examines biblical examples of how the Spirit works through preaching and worship to produce generosity, mission, and meaningful action.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses the essential role of the Holy Spirit in effective ministry leadership. Using Barnabas as a biblical example, Iorg explores how being filled with the Holy Spirit produces practical, observable results—from transformed character and greater faith to evangelistic effectiveness, wise personnel decisions, and strategic leadership.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, talks with Dr. Evan Lenow, president of the ERLC, about practical resources for pastors — including how to address pressing ethical and cultural issues, navigate difficult conversations, and help Christians think biblically about public life and voting.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses the pastoral challenge of extending radical forgiveness while maintaining appropriate boundaries and consequences. He explores what restoration can—and cannot—mean for forgiven people in church fellowship and ministry leadership.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses seven biblical principles for guiding healthy, productive conversations about politics, patriotism, and public life.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how worship leaders can deepen congregational engagement by intentionally leading worship, evaluating participation, and involving more members in the worship experience.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses the growing challenge pastors face in finding leaders for key church ministries. He explains how clear expectations, meaningful roles, and intentional support can transform reluctant helpers into dedicated ministry leaders, while highlighting the deeper motivation of service as a pathway to purpose, growth, and impact.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, talks with Southwestern Seminary president David Dockery about his new biography, Steadfast, and the leadership journey behind it. Together they unpack key ideas like ‘convictional civility’ and ‘leadership symphony,’ offering a rich model of character-driven Christian leadership for today’s ministry leaders.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses the difficult reality of leadership transition—why older leaders often struggle to step aside and how to navigate that process with wisdom and courage. He offers practical guidance for both seasoned leaders facing transition and those responsible for leading it well, all for the health of the church and the advancement of God’s mission.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, talks about how growing churches can move from informal “family” expectations to healthier personnel systems. He explains why churches must see themselves as employers and staff as employees, then walks through practical, scalable steps—basic policies, job descriptions, compensation benchmarks, and clear supervision and evaluation without losing the spiritual heart of ministry calling.