Most pastors want to grow — but growth doesn’t start with better strategies or more discipline. It starts with something deeper.

In this episode, Mark, Scott, and Hunter unpack the foundational mindset that determines whether leaders actually grow or quietly plateau. Drawing from leadership research, Scripture, and real pastoral experience, the conversation explores why growth is never accidental — and why so many leaders stall even though they’re busy.
They walk through how a growth mindset shapes the way pastors think about their roles, their future, and their responsibility to steward what God has entrusted to them. The episode also breaks down a practical framework for intentional growth, including clarifying roles, setting standards, building 90-day goals, and surrounding yourself with the right people for accountability.
Rather than offering quick fixes, this conversation challenges leaders to take ownership of their development — spiritually, emotionally, physically, and relationally — so growth becomes sustainable, not seasonal.
If you’re serious about becoming who God is calling you to be, this episode helps you build a foundation that actually supports growth over the long haul.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Why most pastors want growth but feel stuck
02:05 – Why every great leader needs a growth mindset
04:45 – Fixed mindset vs. growth mindset (and why it matters)
07:20 – Roles vs. goals: where most leaders get confused
10:15 – Defining “good” before you try to grow
13:55 – The difference between habits and projects
16:40 – Why motivation alone always fails
18:55 – The missing piece: accountability and growth teams
21:30 – Plus, minus, and equal relationships explained
24:10 – Biblical stewardship and growth (Matthew 25)
27:10 – Where to start if you’ve never had a growth plan

If you have a question or topic you’d like us to tee up on a future episode, email us at hey@readysetgrowchurch.com