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Lead On Podcast
by SBC Executive Committee
Ready to hone your leadership skills and unlock your full potential? Tune in to the Lead On Podcast, where Jeff Iorg dives deep into Biblical leadership.Hosted by SBC Executive Committee President Jeff Iorg, this dynamic podcast provides insight for seasoned executives, aspiring leaders, or those in ministry who are simply passionate about personal growth. The Lead On Podcast offers actionable, practical tips to help you navigate the complexities of ministry leadership in today's ever-changing world.From effective communication and team building to strategic decision-making and fostering innovation, each episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiring stories to empower you on your leadership journey.Put these principles into practice and Lead On!
Episodes
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Vision Casting: Overcoming Cultural Barriers
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how organizational culture can support or hinder God-directed vision. He shares practical ways leaders can address cultural barriers and help their organizations faithfully pursue the mission…
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Vision Casting: Mission, Vision, and Values
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses the power of God-directed vision. He explains how mission, vision, and values work together to help ministry leaders understand where God is leading and inspire others to pursue that vision.
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The Holy Spirit in Leadership, Part 2: Experiencing the Holy Spirit
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...
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The Holy Spirit in Leadership, Part 1: The Filling of the Holy Spirit
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...
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An Interview with Evan Lenow on Resourcing Churches
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…
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Leading Forgiven People: Grace, Consequences, and Restoration
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...
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How to Get More People Engaged in Worship
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.
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How to Get More People Engaged in Worship
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.
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How to Find and Develop Ministry Volunteers
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…
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Steadfast – An Interview with David Dockery on Christian Leadership
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…
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Knowing When It’s Time to Step Aside
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...
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When Your Church Needs Better Personnel Practices
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...
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How to Lead Your Church Through Change
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, talks about how to build a culture of adaptability in your church while staying anchored to a clear gospel mission. He shares practical ways to navigate generational differences, hold methods loosely, and...
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Can Pastors Be Friends with Church Members?
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses whether pastors can be friends with church members—and how to enjoy those friendships without crossing ministry boundaries. He looks at Jesus’ example, shares stories of lifelong ministry…
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Should Pastors Really Be Doing Counseling?
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses whether pastors really should be doing counseling and where wise boundaries belong in an age of rising mental health needs. He unpacks what makes pastoral counseling unique—pastoral…
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How to Stop Micromanaging Your Ministry Team
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how ministry micromanagement shows up in overcontrol, after-the-fact criticism, and fatigue-fueled negativity that quietly demoralize your team. He then points to the security we have in Christ...
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How to Raise Your Church’s Spiritual Temperature
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, explains how ministry leaders can raise their church’s spiritual temperature by deepening their own spiritual disciplines, teaching basic practices like prayer and Bible reading, and building regular...
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Raising Kids Who Don’t Resent the Ministry
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, shares what adults who grew up in ministry homes say their parents did well. He highlights open communication, prioritizing family, shielding kids from unnecessary conflict, involving them wisely in...
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Why Your Church Needs the SBC Annual Meeting
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses why pastors and churches should engage in SBC and state convention annual meetings. He explains how these gatherings refocus leaders on mission, deepen worship and fellowship, provide training,...
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How to Handle Complaints Without Becoming Defensive
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how ministry leaders can respond to complaints without becoming defensive. He shares practical steps to listen well, discern valid concerns, and decide when to make changes and when to move on.
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How to Build a Culture of Generosity
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses why tithing and stewardship still matter for Christian leaders. He challenges pastors to teach biblical giving with clarity, confidence, and consistency, and shares practical ways to help people...
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The Fear of God, Part 2: What It Produces in Leaders
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, explores the fear of the Lord and why it matters for leaders. He highlights how fearing God leads to love, wisdom, peace, prosperity, and right living.
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The Fear of God, Part 1: Why Healthy Fear Is Good
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how God designed fear for our good—and how humility, obedience, and accountability help us recover a healthy, biblical fear of the Lord that transforms our lives and leadership.
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Doing the Right Thing When It Costs You
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses doing the right thing the right way in ministry leadership—even when the information is incomplete, the consequences are painful, and critics are loud.
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How to Overcome Decision Fatigue in Ministry
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses decision fatigue and offers practical ways to reset expectations, share the load, and make healthy, mission-focused decisions without burning out.
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Forgiving When It's Hard
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how ministry leaders can practice deep forgiveness when the people who hurt them never apologize, never admit they were wrong, or are no longer even in their lives. Drawing from his own…
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When Leaders Need to Hold Back
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses why Spirit-empowered self-restraint is an essential leadership discipline when everything in you wants to react rather than respond.
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How to Lead with Urgency Without Losing Perspective
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how ministry leaders can live urgently in light of Jesus’ imminent return while still making wise long-term decisions about relationships, vocation, and life stewardship.
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Why Your Church Needs Strong Leaders
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, explains why churches need strong leaders and why we often resist them. He clarifies the difference between abusive, authoritarian leadership and healthy, authoritative leadership, then shows how strong...
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When Leaders Need to Take a Risk
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, challenges ministry leaders to stop playing it safe and start taking faith-filled risks like Peter stepping out of the boat. He explores why both young and seasoned leaders often become risk-averse, then...
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How Frugality Makes You More Generous
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, tackles the discipline of frugality—not as self-imposed poverty or cheapness, but as mission-driven choices to live within means, avoid consumer debt, and prioritize generosity. He urges pastors to model...
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Is Your Church Healthy? Look Beyond the Numbers
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses measuring church health beyond simple stats like attendance and giving. He explains how leaders should analyze data in context while blending it with observations on prayer, missions, and life...
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Escape the Christian Bubble
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, gets real about a common ministry trap: being surrounded only by Christians. He challenges you to break out of the church bubble and build genuine, ongoing relationships with unbelievers.
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How to Share the Gospel with People Close to You
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how to share the gospel with the people closest to you—your friends and family—without becoming “that” annoying Christian voice they avoid. Jeff unpacks how to be fully engaged, patient over the...
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How to Leave a Ministry Well
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how to "leave well" when God calls you to a new ministry assignment. He unpacks why finishing faithfully matters, how to craft an intentional transition plan, and ways to communicate clearly…
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Your Leadership Is Always on Display
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses the leader’s calling to model the commitments they teach. He explores why Christian leaders must live as visible examples—authentic, transparent, and consistent in every area of life. Using...
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When Ministry Leadership Gets Lonely
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, addresses the paradox of loneliness in ministry leadership—how pastors and ministry leaders can feel deeply isolated despite serving in highly relational, Christian communities. He explains why loneliness...
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How to Handle the Challenges of Ministry
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, follows up on why ministry is so challenging by laying out four big-picture practices for staying healthy under pressure. He urges leaders to see ministry as real work done among sinful but redeemable...
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Why Is Ministry So Hard?
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, tackles why ministry leadership feels so relentlessly challenging, outlining three key reasons: pervasive sin in the world, followers, and leaders themselves; the inevitable complications of success like...
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How to Make Better Ministry Hiring Decisions
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how ministry leaders can conduct more effective job interviews that go beyond basic hiring to assess communication, relational skills, cultural fit, and actual competence for the role. He…
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Do Public Invitations Still Matter?
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, explores the practice of giving public invitations in worship services. Drawing from LifeWay Research and his own ministry experience, he discusses the importance of thoughtful invitation planning, the...
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When Jealousy Creeps Into Ministry
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses the often-overlooked sins of jealousy and envy, tracing their destructive power through Scripture and sharing candidly how they unexpectedly surfaced in his own life during a difficult season of...
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Boys Are in Crisis: How Can the Church Help?
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses how ministry leaders can understand the cultural forces shaping boys, young men, and fathers today. He unpacks key themes and then applies these insights to both parenting at home and discipling...
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When Ministry Leaders Need a Sabbatical
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, explores the vital role of ministry sabbaticals as times of personal and professional refreshment designed to enhance future ministry effectiveness. He offers practical guidance on making the most of the...
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How to Lead People Through Conflict
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses practical approaches for managing conflict within ministry teams. He highlights biblical examples and offers concrete principles for leaders to anticipate, address, and resolve interpersonal...
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How to Help Your Church Engage the Bible
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses practical ways church leaders can make the Bible more accessible to their congregations. He shares actionable strategies to help people engage with God's Word confidently and regularly.
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How to Reach Your Community with the Gospel
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses designing evangelism strategies that truly connect with and meet the needs of specific communities. Drawing on personal experiences and practical insights, he emphasizes letting those who are…
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How to Keep Your Church Focused on Its Mission
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses the crucial discipline of keeping a church focused on its core mission. He shares practical steps for pastors and church leaders to help their leadership teams avoid mission drift, ensuring they...
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Why Good Leaders Change Their Minds
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses why great leaders must sometimes change their minds—even on deeply held convictions. Iorg unpacks how humility, openness to God's teaching, and the courage to admit mistakes are crucial for...
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How Forgiveness Makes You a Better Leader
On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, discusses the discipline of forgiveness as an essential practice for ministry leaders. Drawing from Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 18, he explains how extending forgiveness frees leaders from bitterness,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Ready to hone your leadership skills and unlock your full potential? Tune in to the Lead On Podcast, where Jeff Iorg dives deep into Biblical leadership.Hosted by SBC Executive Committee President Jeff Iorg, this dynamic podcast provides insight for seasoned executives, aspiring leaders, or those in ministry who are simply passionate about personal growth. The Lead On Podcast offers actionable, practical tips to help you navigate the complexities of ministry leadership in today's ever-changing world.From effective communication and team building to strategic decision-making and fostering innovation, each episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiring stories to empower you on your leadership journey.Put these principles into practice and Lead On!
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