Episodios

  • As leaders, what can we do to reach the next generation for Jesus?

    In this episode, Mark Pettus– the President of Highlands College, joins Pastors Chris and Matt to discuss the importance of student ministry and leadership development in the church.

    They emphasize the need for a comprehensive approach that includes both large events and small group discipleship and highlight the significance of personal connections and access to pastors and leaders in the church. They touch on the challenges faced by the current generation, such as loneliness and the negative impact of technology, and the importance of providing a cause for young people to believe in. Lastly, they unpack the need for more leaders in the church is also addressed, with a focus on raising up the next generation of church leaders through programs like Highlands College.

    This is a great episode to inspire your whole team to develop the next generation of leaders!

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    Episode Resources:

    - Motion Night Info: https://www.motionstudents.com/events/motion-night

    - Motion Midweek Info: https://www.motionstudents.com/events/motion-midweek

    - Sunday Message "Fighting for the Next Generation": https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/media/fighting-for-a-generation

    - Interested in Highlands College: https://highlandscollege.edu/

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    All things GrowLeader:

    - Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access FREE church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

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    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

    - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

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    Timeline:

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:46 - Intro

    09:17 - The Importance of Student Ministry

    33:10 - Thank You, Partners!

  • What can we do to reach the unreached?

    In this episode, Rob Hoskins the President of OneHope, joins pastors Chris and Matt to discuss the importance of global missions in churches today. While discussing how to prioritize missions and sharing personal stories, they highlight the impact of digital missions and the role of the local church in reaching children and young people with the Word of God. The conversation emphasizes the urgency and opportunity for global missions and encourages pastors to be actively involved in missions efforts.

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    Episode Resources:

    - Hear more from Rob Hoskins: https://robhoskins.onehope.net/

    - Learn more about OneHope: https://onehope.net

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

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    Timeline:

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:30 - Intro

    02:12 - A Missions Mindset

    31:14 - Thank You, Partners!

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  • What is the secret to being a High Road Leader?

    In this conversation, Pastor Matt interviews Dr. John C. Maxwell about his new book, High Road Leadership, and the importance of being a high road leader in a divided world. They discuss the motivation behind Maxwell's continuous work and his passion for evangelism. They also touch on the upcoming book that Maxwell is co-writing with Pastor Chris, which focuses on Jesus as the ultimate High Road Leader. The conversation emphasizes the need for personal growth and intentionality in leadership, as well as the importance of representing Jesus and living out Christian values in a divided society.

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    Episode Resources:

    - Hear more from Dr. John C. Maxwell: https://www.youtube.com/@MaxwellLeadershipOfficial

    - Get a copy of High Road Leadership: https://store.maxwellleadership.com/New-Releases_c_210.html

    - Highlands Resources | Growth Track: https://resources.churchofthehighlands.com/courses/4

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    All things GrowLeader:

    - Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    . . . .

    Timeline:

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:20 - Thank You, Wesleyan Investment Foundation!

    00:52 - Intro

    06:37 - The Urgency of Impact

    08:34 - High Road Leadership

    31:07 - Thank You, Partners!

  • Ministry can be tough and so the best way to do it is in a community!

    In this episode, Pastor Dino Rizzo joins us to discuss the importance of planting churches and how the Association of Related Churches (ARC) is supporting leaders to do just that. Dino emphasizes the importance of training and supporting church planters, as well as the funding model used by ARC. He also highlights the need for churches in cities that currently have a low number of churches while explaining the importance of collaboration, relationships, and community in the church planting process.

    This episode is a great reminder of the amazing things God is doing through the local Church and the importance of doing ministry together!

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    Episode Resources:

    - Plant a Church through ARC: https://www.arcchurches.com/launch/

    - Become an ARC Partner: https://www.arcchurches.com/partners/

    - Support Churches through ARC: https://www.arcchurches.com/give/

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    All things GrowLeader:

    - Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    . . . .

    Timeline:

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:43 - Intro

    01:57 - The Heart of ARC

    19:08 - Keys to Church Plant Success

    31:18 - Thank You, Partners!

  • What is the best way to reach people for Jesus? Share your personal faith journey!

    In this conversation, Pastor Chris Hodges discusses the importance of sharing your faith and reaching out to those who are far from God. He emphasizes the need for personal evangelism and teaching church members how to share their faith. The conversation highlights the key principles of recognizing God-given moments, refocusing on how we live our lives, and relaying the message of hope to a broken world.

    This is a great episode to reignite a passion in your team to share their faith and create a church culture where every church member is prepared to give an answer for the hope they have.

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    Messages on Evangelism from Pastor Chris:

    - GrowLeader Podcast Episode 40: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITyP-tz7ESM

    - This is My Story | July 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdXGKUKhgMw

    - Salt and Light | July 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eopU2zFsxzw

    - How Do I Share My Faith? | September 2015: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/media/salt-and-light1

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    All things GrowLeader:

    - Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    . . . .

    Timeline:

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:27 - Intro

    01:46 - Sharing Our Faith

    13:40 - The Message of Hope

    32:26 - Thank You, Partners!

  • What is the secret to excellence and growth in ministry?

    In this episode, Pastor Chad Veach joins us to discuss what he has learned over the last 10 years and shares his experience visiting Highlands College. We start by discussing the importance of creating a culture of honor before delving into the principles of being a builder and the spiritual aspects of leadership. We also discuss topics from growth and challenges of starting a church to the need for counsel/outside perspectives and the importance of excellence in leadership. To close it out, Chad shares his personal growth plan, which includes daily Bible reading, intentional learning, and focused time for strategizing and planning.

    This episode provides both practical advice and encouragement that we can all use as leaders!

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    Episode Resources:

    - Highlands College Discovery Day: https://highlandscollege.edu/events/discovery-day/

    - HC Chapel with Chad Veach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ahrToOLifY&list=PLQRK0ih6QoAOBNj9cklfnULAEDAZi2bvg&index=2

    - Leadership Lean-In with Chad Veach: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershipleanin

    - Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://bit.ly/GLP53ShowNotes

    - Hear more from Chad Veach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMDQA4pywVA

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

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    Timeline:

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:36 - Intro

    01:34 - Chad Veach at Highlands College

    08:49 - Being a Builder

    14:37 - The Principle of Excellence

    26:33 - Personal Growth

    31:01 - Thank You, Partners!

  • Looking for practical ways to disciple new believers after Easter services?

    In this conversation, Pastors Chris and Matt discuss the importance of intentional evangelism and discipleship. They emphasize the need to preach the gospel in every service, give people a chance to respond to God, and get their information for follow-up. Pastor Chris also highlights the 12 steps every believer needs to take through 4 areas: Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference.

    By providing clear steps and resources, churches can effectively disciple their members and help them grow in their faith.

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    Episode Resources:

    - Unleash your leadership potential by following along with our Show Notes with discussion questions and Timeline below! https://bit.ly/GLP52ShowNotes

    - Highlands Resources | Growth Track Course: https://resources.churchofthehighlands.com/courses/4

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

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    Timeline:

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:18 - Intro

    03:37 - Intentional Evangelism

    12:33 - Steps of Discipleship

    14:46 - Know God

    19:23 - Find Freedom

    23:44 - Discover Purpose

    27:52 - Make a Difference

    30:13 - Thank you, Partners!

  • What are the key characteristics of a growing church?

    In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt discuss the importance of taking inventory and detecting problems within your church early. They introduce a new health assessment tool from GrowLeader and share the eight qualities that all growing churches possess, including passionate spirituality, gift-oriented ministry, empowering leadership, functional structures, inspiring worship, holistic small groups, need-oriented evangelism, and loving relationships.

    This is a great episode to share with your team so we can all be looking for areas we can improve to reach more people!

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    Episode Resources:

    - Unleash your leadership potential by following along with our Show Notes with discussion questions and Timeline below! https://hubs.li/Q02n4N1d0

    - Received updates on Church Assessment: https://share.hsforms.com/10rT-P4odTkiLNS49X2CCqQc7x14

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Timeline:

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:29 - Intro

    03:46 - Church Assessment

    11:30 - Natural Church Development

    18:27 - 1. Passionate Spirituality

    20:53 - 2. Gift-Oriented Ministry

    22:42 - 3. Empowering Leadership

    24:48 - 4. Functional Structures

    25:37 - 5. Inspiring Worship

    29:58 - 6. Holistic Small Groups

    30:29 - 7. Need-Oriented Evangelism

    31:09 - 8. Loving Relationships

    34:07 - Thank you, Partners!

  • What is the heart of poverty and how can we confront it?

    In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt are joined by Wess Stafford, President Emeritus of Compassion International, who shares stories from his life and what led him to joining Compassion International. From experiencing both poverty and abundance, to becoming a bridge for people to providing relief to those in need, Wess helps us understand the heart of poverty and what we can do to confront it.

    Prepare yourself for an inspiring conversation that will motivate all of us to join together and release people from poverty in Jesus name!

    Episode Resources:

    - Unleash your leadership potential by following along with our Show Notes with discussion questions and Timeline below! https://bit.ly/GLP49ShowNotes

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Timeline:

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:31 - Intro

    02:48 - Wess Stafford

    13:51 - Experiencing Poverty

    23:03 - Experiencing Abundance

    30:14 - Confronting Poverty

    44:29 - Thank You, Partners!

  • What are the steps to finishing strong as a leader with integrity?

    In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt discuss the importance of maintaining integrity as a leader. PC shares seven key principles to help leaders guard against moral failure and make wise choices. These principles include never considering yourself above temptation, keeping a strong relationship with God, maintaining a strong marriage, developing healthy outlets, guarding your mind, remembering the consequences, and protecting yourself.

    Whether you are a seasoned or young leader, this episode shares powerful advice so we all can finish strong!

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    Episode Resources:

    - Unleash your leadership potential by following along with our Show Notes with discussion questions and Timeline at the end!

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    All things GrowLeader:

    - Register for 2024 Regionals: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

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    - Timeline

    00:00 - Highlight

    00:18 - Intro + Anniversary Sunday

    03:01 - GrowLeader Conference & Regionals

    04:41 - All-Staff Message

    09:16 - 1. Consider Temptation

    12:00 - 2. Relationship with God

    15:50 - 3. Maintaining Your Marriage

    20:50 - 4. Healthy Outlets

    24:49 - 5. Guard Your Mind

    26:32 - 6. Damaging Consequences

    29:17 - 7. Protecting Yourself

    31:24 - PC's Prayer

    32:45 - Thank You, Partners!

  • What are the essential habits to look for in a leader? Discover the must-have habits for effective leadership in this insightful episode!

    Join Pastor Chris and William Vanderbloemen as they delve into William's latest book, "Be the Unicorn". Unpacking findings from 30,000 top leader interviews, they explore some of the 12 key habits for success, including data-driven insights on fast response times, self-awareness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

    Whether you're refining your personal leadership style or making strategic hires, this episode offers valuable wisdom to foster growth in your leadership journey!

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    Episode Resources:

    - Get your copy of "Be the Unicorn": https://www.vanderbloemen.com/be-the-unicorn

    - Hear more from William Vanderbloemen: https://www.vanderbloemen.com/

    - Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in the Fall: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

  • Happy New Year! As leaders, how can we start the new year by seeking God’s will for our New Year goals?

    Join Pastors Chris and Matt as they share practical advice for setting annual goals and seeking God’s will through prayer and fasting. Discover practical steps to craft meaningful New Year goals that you can stick with, achieve, and are deeply rooted in God’s will for your life. This episode emphasizes the importance of setting health-driven goals, sharing your goals with others, and how to distill your annual goals into daily steps that are supported by your “Ideal Week”.

    Tune in for a powerful conversation that will equip you to embrace the new year with purpose, actionable goals, and a steadfast commitment to seeking God’s will in every step.

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    Episode Resources:

    - Unleash your leadership potential with our Show Notes and Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

    - 21 Days of Prayer: https://21days.churchofthehighlands.com/

    - Full Focus Planner: https://fullfocusstore.com/

    - Full Focus - Ideal Week: https://fullfocus.co/idealweek/

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    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

  • As leaders, how do we inspire generosity and develop trust as we pursue our vision?

    In this episode, join Pastors Chris and Matt as they sit down with Dan Clark, the CEO of Westfall Gold, to discuss how we can fulfill our vision by advancing generosity. Dan not only shares best practices for gathering and building trust when talking with potential donors, but also explains how courage is one of the key factors of success.

    In this episode, you will learn practical advice for developing donors, motivation to push through rejection, and learn about a future resource specifically designed to help church leaders advance their God-given vision.

    Get more out of this episode! - Unleash your leadership potential with Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

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    Learn more about Westfall Gold!

    - Westfall Gold: https://www.westfallgold.com/

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    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in the Fall: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

  • Is it better to spend time reviewing the past or planning for the new year? The answer is, that it's essential to do both!

    In this episode, discover the keys to finishing the year strong as Pastors Chris and Matt delve into the crucial aspects of preparing for the new year. From insightful Q&A to tips on both evaluating the past and planning for the future, you will learn strategies that will not only transform your organization but help you grow in your personal leadership!

    Find out how Pastor Chris reviews his past year through personal and organizational dashboards and get ready to step into the new year with confidence as we seek God's blessing, by tithing the first of our year, and integrating these practical tools and strategies.

    Get more out of this episode! - Unleash your leadership potential with Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

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    Episode Resources

    - Full Focus Planner: https://fullfocusstore.com/

    - Highlands Prayer Teachings: https://21days.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Prayer Course and Resources: https://resources.churchofthehighlands.com/courses/16

    - Bulk Order Pray First: https://churchsource.com/products/pray-first-the-transformative-power-of-a-life-built-on-prayer?variant=40252284534881#bulk-pricing

    - PC's Fasting Supplement Plan: https://healthmasters.com/

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    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in the Fall: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

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    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

  • As leaders, how can we meet people's physical needs and spiritual needs through disaster relief or community outreach?

    Join Pastors Chris and Matt in a great conversation with Hal Donaldson, the president and founder of Convoy of Hope. In this episode, you will discover the transformative power of compassion, disaster relief, and community outreach and walk away with practical tips on how to filter who you partner with to ensure both people’s physical and spiritual needs are met.

    Embark on a journey with Hal Donaldson and Convoy of Hope to unlock hope, compassion, and transformative leadership in your community and beyond.

    Get more out of this episode!

    - Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

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    Learn more about Convoy of Hope and Hal Donaldson!

    - Partner with Convoy of Hope today: https://www.convoyofhope.org/growleader

    - Hear more from Hal Donaldson: https://www.haldonaldson.org/

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

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    . . . .

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    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

  • What is the connection between faith and psychology, and how does this answer help us develop trust?

    In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt are joined by Dr. Henry Cloud to discuss the connection between faith & psychology, the support that all leaders need, and how to develop trust based on his latest book “Trust”. Dr. Cloud shares three questions that gauge what level of support we are experiencing and five essentials to trust that will transform how we interact with others.

    You will learn practical advice for supporting leaders and a refreshed understanding of how trust can transform your team and organization.

    Get more out of this episode!

    - Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

    . . . .

    Learn more from Dr. Henry Cloud!

    - Get his latest book "Trust": https://trustbydrhenrycloud.com/

    - Explore courses and resources: https://www.drcloud.com/

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

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    . . . .

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    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

  • How do you currently differentiate between your devotional time and study time? Are there any challenges you face in maintaining this separation?

    In this episode, Priscilla Shirer joins Pastors Chris and Matt to discuss insights on Bible study essentials. Priscilla not only shares strategies for having a personal devotional time without the pressure of trying to compile your next message but also shares practical steps for discovering what a passage is really saying. Through this, you will have tools that you can start using in your devotional and study time today!

    - Hear more from Priscilla at: https://www.goingbeyond.com

    - Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in the Fall: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

  • Is the purpose of church services discipleship or evangelism? The answer is, both!

    In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt discuss the vital connection between discipleship and evangelism within our church services. Learn how Fall is a harvest season in both the natural and spiritual, stats on how church services are currently the most effective way to reach people, and strategies for how we can create a New Testament-style church service.

    Join us in this practical and inspiring conversation as we focus on the primary purpose of the church services– evangelism and sharing the Gospel!

    - Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

    - Register for the Highlands College Impact Leadership Summit: https://www.impactleader.com

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in the Fall: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

  • What is the key to growth and increasing engagement?

    In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt are joined by their great friend Jeff Little to unpack how coaching and discipling men not only create strong leaders but also foster growth. With almost 30 years of experience as a senior pastor, Jeff Little shares proven practical strategies from his book 'The Way to Win', for mobilizing the people you lead to leverage their gifts and increase their engagement.

    Get more out of this episode!

    - To learn more, receive free coaching resources, and get a copy of Jeff's book The Way to Win, go to: https://www.thewaytowinbook.com

    - Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in the Fall: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

  • Do you have a guiding vision for the future? Is it specific enough?

    In this episode, Pastors Chris and Matt share the Keys to Crafting Vision. You will learn to:

    - Create a clear vision in 5 Specific Areas

    - Define your vision with 5 Key Questions

    - Communicate your vision in 5 Essential Messages

    Explore the dual dimensions of vision – personal and shared – for organizational success. Gain insights into creating a 'shovel-ready' vision. Master the art of compelling, trust-building vision communication. Discover the importance of consistent vision sharing and practical strategies to keep it vibrant. Unleash the potential of visionary leadership and lead with clarity, inspiration, and impact. Tune in for an episode to ignite your leadership journey through the power of vision. Get more out of this episode!

    - Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://www.growleader.com/podcast

    . . . .

    All things GrowLeader:

    - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

    - Register for upcoming Regionals in the Fall: https://www.growleader.com/regionals

    - Sign-up to access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

    - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

    - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

    . . . .

    Follow along on Socials:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader

    - Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

    . . . .

    Thank you to our partners!

    - Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader

    - Great American Family: https://www.greatamericanfamily.com

    - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader