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70 | Mark Pettus & Bubba Massey – Reaching & Discipling the Next Generation

Release Date: 02/03/2025

87 | David Green & Bill High - The Legacy Life: Building What Outlives You - Chris Hodges

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this powerful episode of the Grow Leader Podcast, Pastor Chris sits down with two remarkable leaders whose lives embody generosity, stewardship, and multi-generational impact: David Green, founder of Hobby Lobby, and Bill High, author, legacy expert, and longtime friend of the Green family. Together, David and Bill discuss their brand-new book The Legacy Life, a guide to embracing God’s design for generational influence. You’ll hear David share his family’s story of faithfulness, the biblical convictions that shaped Hobby Lobby, and why he believes we own nothing and steward...

86 | Lee Domingue - Kings and Priests: The Destiny of Pastors and Business Leaders - Chris Hodges

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris Hodges and business leader Pastor Lee Domingue sit down for a powerful conversation about the relationship between pastors and business leaders and how that partnership can accelerate the mission of Jesus. They unpack the biblical model of kings and priests working together, showing how vision and provision unite to advance the Kingdom. Pastor Chris and Lee share practical ways pastors can disciple and affirm business leaders, build trust through transparency and excellence, and create environments where both spiritual and financial gifts...

85 | A Conversation with Dave Ramsey - Chris Hodges

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris Hodges sits down with financial expert and best-selling author Dave Ramsey for a powerful conversation on money, leadership, and building lasting momentum. Dave unpacks his Momentum Theorem—focused intensity over time, multiplied by God’s blessings—and shares how leaders can overcome fear, stay focused, and develop financial systems that create freedom for both individuals and churches. You’ll hear practical insights on budgeting, debt, generosity, and how to help people move from being strapped to being free. Whether you’re a...

84 | Revival & The Responsibility of the Church - Chris Hodges

GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris Hodges and co-host Matt Minor explore what many are calling the first drops of revival spreading across the nation. From college campuses to local churches, there’s a rising hunger for God and it’s catching the attention of even secular media. Pastor Chris shares a powerful Pastor’s Action Plan to Be Revival Ready—a practical roadmap for leaders to cultivate prayer, strengthen discipleship systems, train leaders, and prepare their churches to hold the harvest God is bringing. Together, they unpack how to balance spiritual fire...

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,...

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How can churches effectively reach and disciple the next generation of leaders?

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, we sit down with Pastors Mark Pettus and Bubba Massey to dive deep into how churches can build thriving student and college ministries. They discuss the key strategies that help churches engage young people, foster discipleship, and create an irresistible environment for the next generation.

From rethinking youth ministry models to leveraging mentorship and discipleship, they break down what’s working today to equip students for a lifetime of faith. The conversation also explores the power of calling young leaders into ministry, building strong church cultures for students, and the rising hunger among young people for deeper spiritual engagement.

If you’re a pastor or church leader looking to strengthen your student and college ministries, this episode is packed with actionable insights and practical takeaways that will help you create a movement that transforms lives and builds lasting church growth.

If you want to learn more, we would love to invite you to our upcoming GrowLeader One Day all about reaching and discipling students. You can learn more and register for this special one-day event here: https://www.growleader.com/onedays

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