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66 | Sammy Rodriguez – Leading in a Complex Culture

Release Date: 11/18/2024

83 | A Conversation with Chad Veach and Rich Wilkerson Jr - Chris Hodges | Part 2

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In part two of this powerful conversation, Pastor Chris Hodges is joined again by Pastors Rich Wilkerson Jr. (VOUS Church, Miami) and Chad Veach (ZOE Church, Los Angeles) to talk about leadership, ministry, and the challenges pastors face today. From practical insights like weekly prayer gatherings and creating micro-communities, to the role of AI in the church, they share how presence, authenticity, and discipleship are shaping the future. The conversation also gets vulnerable as they open up about spiritual warfare, personal struggles, parenting, and the importance of daily rhythms in...

82 | A Conversation with Chad Veach and Rich Wilkerson Jr - Chris Hodges | Part 1

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris Hodges sits down with two dynamic church builders—Pastor Chad Veach of ZOE Church in Los Angeles and Pastor Rich Wilkerson Jr. of VOUS Church in Miami. Together, they pull back the curtain on the realities of ministry, sharing practical leadership principles, systems that drive growth, and the heart behind building churches in major cities. From vision and stewardship to prayer, empowerment, and developing the next generation of leaders, this conversation is full of wisdom, laughter, and behind-the-scenes insight. Whether you’re a...

81 | Engaging in Spiritual Warfare - Chris Hodges

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris Hodges explores the spiritual side of leadership—the unseen battles that impact your life, ministry, and leadership. Pastor Chris unpacks why some challenges aren't just practical—they’re spiritual—and how prayer is your greatest weapon. He shares personal insight like how to recognize spiritual warfare in everyday leadership, use the name of Jesus, the cross, and Scripture to fight back, and finally how to build a culture of prayer in your home, church, or business. All Things GrowLeader: Bulk order Pray First for...

80 | Dino Rizzo - Cultivating an Outreach Culture - Matt Minor

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Matt Minor sits down with Pastor Dino Rizzo to explore the heart behind outreach and how simple acts of kindness can lead to lasting spiritual impact. Pastor Dino shares his personal story of coming to faith through a single act of generosity and unpacks how that moment shaped his life and ministry. They dive into the global impact of Serve Day, the importance of creating a culture of serving—not just events—and how to start making a difference with the resources you already have. Whether you're a church leader, small group member, or someone...

79 | 7 Things Growing Churches Are Doing in 2025 - Chris Hodges

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris Hodges shares insights on his upcoming book Legacy Letters, a collection of life principles framed as heartfelt letters to future generations. The podcast delves into leadership development, the power of corporate prayer, and what growing churches are doing differently in 2025—from prioritizing spiritual transformation over attraction to building authentic community and cultivating culture through purpose-driven systems. All Things GrowLeader: Bulk order Pray First for Young Readers: Join Monthly Mentoring with Pastor...

78 | Clint Phillips - Investing In Your Health

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the Grow Leader Podcast, Pastor Chris welcomes health innovator Clint Phillips to discuss the vital link between leadership and personal wellness. Clint shares his journey from a tough upbringing in South Africa to founding healthcare platforms like SecondMD and Medici. Inspired by his daughter’s stroke, Clint built solutions that connect people to top medical experts virtually, emphasizing the importance of early prevention and access to quality care—especially for pastors who often overlook their own health. Clint offers actionable health advice, including exercise,...

77 | Chris Hodges - Developing Leaders in Your Church

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris addresses the challenges of leadership development and discipleship that can happen in churches. Pastor Chris reveals three key disconnects and shares practical advice for developing leaders through intentional conversations about spiritual life, relationships, and calling. He closes by encouraging pastors to begin by creating small group opportunities where authentic development can flourish. All Things GrowLeader: • Learn More and Join the Waitlist for GrowLeader Conference 2025: • Join Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: •...

76 | Chris Hodges - The Key to Security

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris shares a powerful message from this year’s ARC Conference on the key to security in leadership. Drawing from 41 years of ministry experience, he unpacks five areas every leader must "die to" and offers practical solutions rooted in his personal journey. Pastor Chris closes with a challenge to "re-up" your commitment—not to just survive, but to surrender. . . . . Episode Resources: - ARC Website: . . . . All Things GrowLeader: - Learn More and Register for GrowLeader Conference 2025: - Join Monthly Mentoring with Pastor...

75 | Levi Lusko – Blessed are the Spiraling

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

What do you do when life feels like it’s spiraling—and how can that moment become the start of something more significant? In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Levi Lusko joins Pastors Chris Hodges and Matt Minor for an honest conversation about leadership, creativity, and the hidden opportunities inside seasons of struggle. They unpack what it looks like to lead through midlife, steward influence well, and embrace the shift from stage to sage. Levi shares the story behind his new book Blessed Are the Spiraling, including how a panic attack, personal loss, and burnout...

74 | Carey Nieuwhof – Leading through Church Trends

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

What trends are shaping the future of the Church—and how should leaders respond with wisdom and courage? In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, we sit down with Carey Nieuwhof, leadership expert and longtime voice in the church world, to explore some of the biggest challenges and opportunities facing pastors today. From a fresh wave of Gen Z revival to the sharp decline in evangelism, Carey shares real-time insights backed by research and frontline conversations with church leaders around the world. They discuss what it means to lead in a post-Christian culture, how to build momentum...

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How can church leaders boldly share God’s truth while inspiring hope and love in a complex world?

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastors Chris Hodges and Matt Minor sit down with Pastor Sammy Rodriguez to discuss how leaders can navigate today’s complex cultural landscape. They dive into the challenges of balancing truth and love while engaging with a rapidly changing world.

Pastor Sammy shares powerful insights on the role of the Holy Spirit in leading with conviction and grace, and emphasizes the importance of investing in the next generation. The conversation explores how staying Spirit-led and empowering young leaders can position the Church to make a lasting impact in a complex culture.

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Episode Resources:

- Learn More about Pastor Sammy Rodriguez: https://www.pastorsam.com

- Book | Fresh Oil Holy Fire New Wine: https://www.pastorsam.com/books

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