Why Joy is So Effective (and Underestimated) When Leading Others – Interview with Josh Teis

In today’s episode we talk with Josh Teis, pastor of Southern Hills located in Las Vegas Josh Teis. Along with an incredible church, Josh has also initiated an incredible movement called Idea Network. Idea Network and Josh are very much defined by the joy they exude. Thom and Sam talk with Josh about why joy is so effective and underestimated when leading others.Highlights: * How do you maintain high levels of joy while shepherding? * How does joy show people the right direction? * Why is laughter a good leadership tool? * How does a leader's joy affect the culture of the church?Resources mentioned in today's podcast: * Church Future Indicator * Josh Teis * Idea Network - Free Book * Revitalize 2020 * Idea Network * Church Revitalization CertificationEpisode SponsorsVanderbloemen has been serving churches for nine years, but did you know that Vanderbloemen also serves Christian schools, nonprofits, and Christian businesses? So if you're listening, and you know a Christian school, nonprofit, or values-based business that is hiring, contact our friends at Vanderbloemen for your staffing needs.For more information, visit Vanderbloemen.com.The mission at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ by equipping students to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission. The school offers more than 40 different degree programs, including the new Master of Arts in Church Revitalization in partnership with Church Answers and the Revitalization Network. This 37-hour degree is designed to help students move established churches from flatlining to flourishing.Learn about this program and more by visiting sebts.edu. Where are you going? Southeastern will help you get there.FeedbackIf you have a question you would like answered on the show, fill out the form on the podcast page here on Church Answers.