Épisodes

  • LILR 145 | Jimmy Scroggins on Succession and Multisite

    LILR 145 | Jimmy Scroggins on Succession and Multisite
    Nov 4 2025
    When Jimmy Scroggins stepped into leadership at a struggling legacy church in West Palm Beach, the odds were stacked against him. Financial collapse, reputational damage, and years without a pastor created a make-or-break moment for both him and the congregation. In this episode, Jimmy unpacks the hard lessons learned from rebuilding Family Church—from selling property and cutting programs to developing leaders and launching 20 neighborhood campuses across South Florida. He and Sean discuss urgent leadership decisions, engaging high-capacity givers, staying teachable, and building multisite systems that actually work. Welcome to Episode 145 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    59 min
  • LILR 143 | Danny Anderson on Church Growth and a Pastor’s Soul

    LILR 143 | Danny Anderson on Church Growth and a Pastor’s Soul
    Oct 7 2025
    In today’s episode, Sean welcomes Danny Anderson, lead pastor and author of How to Grow Your Church Without Losing Your Soul. Danny shares the heart behind his new book, shaped by his own leadership journey and a desire to help pastors avoid burnout, moral failure, and misplaced identity. Together, Sean and Danny unpack the importance of soul care, Sabbath, healthy friendships, and leadership practices that sustain both personal integrity and church growth. This conversation is a candid and practical guide for leaders who want to build thriving churches while staying deeply rooted in Christ. Welcome to Episode 143 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    54 min
  • LILR 142 | Josh Rhodes & Tim Haring on Foundations of Healthy Succession

    LILR 142 | Josh Rhodes & Tim Haring on Foundations of Healthy Succession
    Sep 23 2025
    In this episode, Sean Morgan sits down with Josh Rhodes and Tim Haring to discuss the succession journey at Chestnut Ridge Church. After 40 years of ministry, founding pastor Tim reflects on preparing the church for life beyond his leadership, while Josh shares how their long-term relationship and shared heartbeat for reaching people made the transition possible. Together, they explore humility, outside counsel, and the intentional communication strategies that helped their church navigate succession with unity and hope for the future. Welcome to Episode 142 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    57 min
  • LILR 141 | Joel Thomas on Next Level Leadership

    LILR 141 | Joel Thomas on Next Level Leadership
    Sep 9 2025
    In this episode of Leaders in Living Rooms, Sean Morgan sits down with Joel Thomas, Lead Pastor at Buckhead Church and senior leader at North Point Ministries. Joel shares his unique journey into ministry, lessons from his time at North Point and Mission Community Church, and the leadership insights he’s gained along the way. From the power of investing in young leaders, to discerning between turnaround and realignment, to navigating succession in a large church context, Joel offers wisdom for leaders at every stage. Welcome to Episode 141 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    55 min
  • LILR 140 | Chip Dodd and The Pitfalls of Leadership

    LILR 140 | Chip Dodd and The Pitfalls of Leadership
    Aug 26 2025
    In this episode of Leaders in Living Rooms, Sean Morgan sits down with author, counselor, and leadership mentor Chip Dodd to unpack the “Five Pitfalls of Leadership.” Drawing on decades of experience leading leaders and running the Center for Professional Excellence, Chip explores how work can become confused with worth, why performance often overshadows presence, and how leaders slip into isolation and secrecy. He unpacks the role of humility, healthy dependency, and vulnerability in sustaining authentic leadership—reminding us that leaders must remain learners to stay effective. Welcome to Episode 140 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    59 min
  • LILR 139 | Aaron Brockett on Leading with Clarity When It Counts

    LILR 139 | Aaron Brockett on Leading with Clarity When It Counts
    Aug 12 2025
    In this episode, Sean Morgan welcomes back Aaron Brockett, Lead Pastor of Traders Point Christian Church, for a transparent and wisdom-packed conversation on leadership growth through seasons of ministry. Aaron shares candid reflections on lessons learned from church planting, staff alignment, team culture, and navigating organizational challenges. From culture as "the oil in the engine" to handling conflict with clarity and grace, this episode offers practical wisdom for leaders in any season. Whether you're transitioning, scaling, or seeking alignment, Aaron’s journey offers clarity and encouragement. Welcome to Episode 139 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    56 min
  • LILR 138 | Dave Ferguson & Ted Coniaris: Behind the Scenes of the COMMUNITY Succession

    LILR 138 | Dave Ferguson & Ted Coniaris: Behind the Scenes of the COMMUNITY Succession
    Jul 29 2025
    In today’s episode, Sean sits down with Ted Coniaris and Dave Ferguson of COMMUNITY to explore healthy succession plans in church leadership. Ted, a former church planter turned lead pastor apprentice, shares his journey from Greek Orthodox roots to executive leadership. Dave, the founding pastor and now CEO of Exponential, reflects on stepping back, championing Ted, and why a leadership handoff rooted in humility, clarity, and trust works. Together, they reveal the intentional 18-month apprenticeship model they followed—complete with timelines, vision handoffs, and mutual respect. If you're navigating leadership transitions in your church, this episode is full of practical wisdom and encouragement. Welcome to Episode 138 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    48 min
  • LILR 137 | Eugene Cho on Life and Leadership

    LILR 137 | Eugene Cho on Life and Leadership
    Jul 15 2025
    In this episode, Sean welcomes back Rev. Eugene Cho, President and CEO of Bread for the World. Together, they unpack the complex reality of leading during the worst global hunger crisis in over 50 years. Eugene reflects on his unexpected entry into this season of leadership, the global challenges impacting food security, and the Church’s vital role in advocacy and compassionate engagement. He also shares personal rhythms for staying healthy, strategic, and spiritually grounded in high-capacity leadership. Welcome to Episode 137 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    45 min