EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 33 MIN
GOD IS MY SEO with Micheal Holmes | Ep 73
from Leveraging Success · host Jeff Gerhardt
What if your work could be known for more than competence — but for genuine love and soul? In this powerful episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Michael Holmes, founder of Holmes Law Group in Dallas — a firm known as “Lawyers with souls.”Michael shares his raw faith journey, including how two bouts with cancer moved him from a “Sunday Christian” to a fully committed follower of Jesus. They explore what it looks like to build a kingdom-minded law firm in a high-pressure profession — loving clients so well they feel cared for (even when you can’t take their case), treating employees like family, and creating a culture that stands out.Jeff coaches Michael on casting a compelling vision to attract top talent, buying back his time, and stepping into proactive leadership. They also discuss the exciting spiritual momentum building in the DFW area and the potential for real kingdom revival.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: Lawyers with Souls – Michael Holmes[02:40] Michael’s Faith Journey: From Sunday Christian to Full Surrender (Cancer + Law School)[06:20] Building a Different Kind of Law Firm – Loving Clients & Employees Well[10:50] The Challenge of Attracting Kingdom-Minded Talent[14:30] Future Vision Casting – One Year From Now Story[19:10] Culture, Storytelling & Recruitment Videos[22:40] Time Management, Delegation & Buying Back Margin[26:30] DFW Revival Potential – Kingdom Impact in Business & the City[30:10] Closing Prayer & Final Thoughts Our GuestMichael Holmes is the founder of Holmes Law Group, a Dallas-based firm known as “Lawyers with Souls.” After a powerful faith journey shaped by law school and overcoming cancer, Michael is committed to building a kingdom-focused law practice that loves clients and team members exceptionally well. He’s passionate about creating long-term impact through both legal excellence and genuine care.Notable Quotes“Lawyers with souls.” – Holmes Law Group Tagline“I felt like I was a Sunday Christian… Cancer got my attention.” – Michael Holmes“The number one feedback we get is ‘I really felt cared for by you.’” – Michael Holmes“God is our SEO.” – Michael Holmes“We are in ‘for such a time as this’ in DFW.” – Michael HolmesResources & LinksMicheal Holmeshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelholmeslegal/https://holmeslawgroup.comJeff Gerhardthttps://priorityliving.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/https://x.com/jeffgerhardtResourcesHolmes Law Group - https://holmeslawgroup.comThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.comLife Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/#KingdomBusiness #LawyersWithSouls #FaithAtWork #DFWRevival #KingdomLeadership #BusinessAsMinistry #HolmesLawGroup #EternalImpact #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #ChristianEntrepreneur
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What if your work could be known for more than competence — but for genuine love and soul? In this powerful episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Michael Holmes, founder of Holmes Law Group in Dallas — a firm known as “Lawyers with souls.”Michael shares his raw faith journey, including how two bouts with cancer moved him from a “Sunday Christian” to a fully committed follower of Jesus. They explore what it looks like to build a kingdom-minded law firm in a high-pressure profession — loving clients so well they feel cared for (even when you can’t take their case), treating employees like family, and creating a culture that stands out.Jeff coaches Michael on casting a compelling vision to attract top talent, buying back his time, and stepping into proactive leadership. They also discuss the exciting spiritual momentum building in the DFW area and the potential for real kingdom revival.In This Episode:[00:00] Episode Intro: Lawyers with Souls – Michael Holmes[02:40] Michael’s Faith Journey: From Sunday Christian to Full Surrender (Cancer + Law School)[06:20] Building a Different Kind of Law Firm – Loving Clients & Employees Well[10:50] The Challenge of Attracting Kingdom-Minded Talent[14:30] Future Vision Casting – One Year From Now Story[19:10] Culture, Storytelling & Recruitment Videos[22:40] Time Management, Delegation & Buying Back Margin[26:30] DFW Revival Potential – Kingdom Impact in Business & the City[30:10] Closing Prayer & Final Thoughts Our GuestMichael Holmes is the founder of Holmes Law Group, a Dallas-based firm known as “Lawyers with Souls.” After a powerful faith journey shaped by law school and overcoming cancer, Michael is committed to building a kingdom-focused law practice that loves clients and team members exceptionally well. He’s passionate about creating long-term impact through both legal excellence and genuine care.Notable Quotes“Lawyers with souls.” – Holmes Law Group Tagline“I felt like I was a Sunday Christian… Cancer got my attention.” – Michael Holmes“The number one feedback we get is ‘I really felt cared for by you.’” – Michael Holmes“God is our SEO.” – Michael Holmes“We are in ‘for such a time as this’ in DFW.” – Michael HolmesResources & LinksMicheal Holmeshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelholmeslegal/https://holmeslawgroup.comJeff Gerhardthttps://priorityliving.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/https://x.com/jeffgerhardtResourcesHolmes Law Group - https://holmeslawgroup.comThe Master’s Program – https://mastersprogram.org/Leveraging Success Podcast – https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.comLife Balance Assessment – https://lba.priorityliving.org/#KingdomBusiness #LawyersWithSouls #FaithAtWork #DFWRevival #KingdomLeadership #BusinessAsMinistry #HolmesLawGroup #EternalImpact #LeveragingSuccess #PodcastEpisode #ChristianEntrepreneur
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