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Stand Up and Act Like Men with Pastor and NYT Best-selling Author Joby Martin + February Top Ten Leadership List

It’s Episode 300 on the H3 Leadership Podcast! Check out my interview with JOBY MARTIN on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 300. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Our guest is JOBY MARTIN, senior pastor of The Church of Eleven22 in Jacksonville, one of the largest and fastest growing churches in America. Joby is also the NYT Best-selling author of multiple books, including his most recent Stand Up and Act Like Men. He's also part of multiple podcasts, including Deepen and Built for More, and a leading voice for discipling men in America. We discuss the momentum at Eleven22, 4 ways to act like real Christian men, insights on teaching and communication, why men are responding to his message, and so much more. Plus, check out the February Top Ten Leadership List. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and OPEN DOORS for their partnership on this episode.

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Please donate to the Jamaica hurricane relief efforts and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to the Texas Floods destruction, the LA fires rebuilding efforts, along with devastation in the southeast US from Hurricane Helene and Milton, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

OPEN DOORS

Get the latest FREE 2026 World Watch List and prayer guide at http://opendoorsus.org. Since they were founded by Brother Andrew nearly 70 years ago, Open Doors has become the world’s largest on-the-ground network working to strengthen persecuted Christians. 380 million Christians face high levels of persecution for their faith- 1 in 7 worldwide. Download the FREE World Watch List now. Plus the Prayer Guide gives you the World Watch List, real stories of persecuted Christians, profiles of all 50 countries and specific ways to pray for each one. Again, visit http://opendoorsus.org.

February Top Ten Leadership List

Podcast

Craig Groeschel and Wayne Chappelle on the Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast

 The Learning Leader Show – episode with Daniel Coyle

 Books

Heal Your Hurting Mind – Craig Groeschel and Wayne Chappelle

 The Unseen Battle – Joel Muddamalle

 Conferences

 ARC Conference – April 21-22 in Charleston at Seacoast Church

 Thrive Conference – April 29 – May 1 in Sacramento at Bayside Church

 Video

 Kyle Westaway interviewing Dave Evans on How to Live a Meaningful Life – on the Weekend Briefing

 “stop searching for meaning OF life and start working on meaning IN life.”

 Articles

5 Keys for Determining Church Health – from Tim Stevens

 Why ALL inclusive holidays are so popular with Millennials

 Companies relaced entry level workers with AI, and now they are paying the price – from Fast Company

 Action Thoughts

 The Say Do Gap – from Sahil Bloom

if an outside observer watched you for a week, how serious would they say you are about achieving your goals? There are two types of priorites in life: the priorities you have, and the priorities your actions show you have.

I call the gap between the two the Say Do Gap. For most of us, it’s significant. The reality of our days belies the ambition of our years.

Don’t tell me your priorities. Show me. The answer is found in the action.

 The Person you want to become – from James Clear

 Improvements are only temporary until they become part of who you are.

The goal is not to read a book, the goal is to become a reader.

The goal is not to run a marathon, the goal is to become a runner.

The goal is not to learn an instrument, the goal is to become a musician.

Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. No single instance will transform your beliefs, but as the votes build up, so does the evidence your new identity.

This year, focus on the identity you want to build. Decide the type of person you want to be. Prove it to yourself with small wins.”

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Chris Tomlin, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

25 Newsletters to Subscribe to + 5 Leadership Lessons from Mountain Climbing

Check out the list of 25 Newsletters to subscribe to in 2026. Plus, five key leadership lessons from mountain climbing. Listen in to the latest episode of the H3 Leadership Podcast, episode 299. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website for the full list and all the show notes. Share them with your team, repost the lists, and follow and subscribe.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and REGENT BANK for their partnership on this episode.

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Please donate to the Jamaica hurricane relief efforts and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to the Texas Floods destruction, the LA fires rebuilding efforts, along with devastation in the southeast US from Hurricane Helene and Milton, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

REGENT BANK 

Connect with the team at https://www.regent.bank/. Regent Bank is one of the fastest-growing financial institutions in the country, uniquely positioned as a faith-based bank with a clear purpose: “To show God’s love to employees, clients, and communities.” Regent Bank stands out in the banking industry, with both a dedicated prayer team and a specialized department focused exclusively on serving faith-based organizations. All nonprofit clients are offered completely free banking services, along with highly competitive interest rates and access to specialized support across multiple financial areas. Find out more at http://regent.bank

5 Leadership Lessons from Mountain Climbing  

  1. A trail helps, but be prepared to innovate. 

  2. How far will you go alone? Getting to the top requires going with and taking others with you.

  3. Acclimate to elevate. 

  4. Beware of the false front. 

  5. Injuries happen on the way down.

25 Newsletters to Subscribe to in 2026

Craig Groeschel

All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins

Garden City

Seth Godin

James Clear 3-2-1

Recomendo

The Weekend Briefing and The Weekend Reader

Ryan Holiday

5 Bullet Friday from Tim Ferriss

The Learning Leader

On the Rise from Carey Nieuwhof

Brass Tacks from Levi Lusko

Clay Scroggins

Morning Brew

INC Magazine

Fast Company

Adam Grant- Granted

Stratechery – Ben Thompson

Stuff That Matters – Matt Rutherford 

Chad Veach

Rich Wilkerson, Jr

Thinq Media

Sahil Bloom

Will Guidara Pre-meal weekly newsletter

The Pour Over

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Chris Tomlin, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

12 Leadership Conferences to Attend in 2026 + Top Weekly Leadership Links

Check out the list of 12 Leadership Conferences to attend in 2026. Plus, the top weekly leadership links as well. Listen in to the latest episode of the H3 Leadership Podcast, episode 298. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the full list and all the show notes. Share them with your team, repost the lists, and follow and subscribe. Plus including below an additional 13 Conferences to know about as well.

Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and GENERIS for their partnership on this episode.

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Please donate to the Jamaica hurricane relief efforts and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to the Texas Floods destruction, the LA fires rebuilding efforts, along with devastation in the southeast US from Hurricane Helene and Milton, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

GENERIS

One of the biggest challenges today is building a culture of generosity. But our friends at Generis have the proven giving strategies that will help accelerate generosity in your church, school, college or non-profit. For over 30 years Generis has helped thousands of churches and non profits develop a sustainable culture of generosity to fund their God-inspired vision. Get started at http://generis.com to schedule a conversation with one of their incredible consultants. It will be worth your time. Again, visit http://generis.com to get started. Generis has the experience and heart to inspire generosity, advance your mission, and grow your impact for the Kingdom. 

12 Conferences to Attend in 2026

Life Surge – happening throughout 2026 in major cities

Exponential – March 16-18 in Orlando

ARC – April 21-22 in Charleston

Church Leaders Conference – April 27-30 in Dallas

Thrive Conference – April 29 – May in Sacramento

Training Camp – May 1 in Jacksonville

EntreLeadership SummitMay 17-20 in Orlando  

VOUSCon – June 10-14 in Miami

GrowLeader – July 21-23 in Birmingham

Global Leadership Summit – August 6-7 in Chicago

Faith Driven Conference

THINQ Culture Summit – October 1-2 in Nashville

LEAD TEAM (a new invite only gathering I’m doing)

Plus 12 others

ZOE Conference

C3 Conference

SWGP

Live2Lead with John Maxwell

Church Conference (formerly Orange)

Drive Conference

Church Leader Summit

Spire

Art of Leadership Live

Strategic Launch Network Annual Gathering

Kingdom Advisors

94X Summit

Top Weekly Leadership Links

Baby boomers are retiring early. Gen Z wants to quit. We have generational conflict.

The Gen Z Playbook – from Tim Elmore – article in Fast Company

Great video from Daniel Pink – for planning for a great year

Guide to using Notebook LM

A former navy seal commander shares the secrets of mental toughness

25 best ideas from 2025 from Sahil Bloom

Mountain to climb? Well, remove the pebble. You can’t climb the mountain until you remove the pebble from your shoe.

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Chris Tomlin, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Top Theologian and Podcaster Joel Muddamalle on The Unseen Battle + Top Weekly Leadership Links

Check out my interview with JOEL MUDDAMALLE on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 296. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

JOEL MUDDAMALLE is one of the top young theologians in America. Dr. Joel is director of theology and research at Proverbs 31, is co-host of the Therapy and Theology Podcast with Lysa TerKeurst, and author of the brand new book The Unseen Battle. We discuss spiritual warfare, what parts we skip over in Scripture, aliens, spiritual hunger, the stewardship of leaders, and much more. Plus, check out the Top Weekly Leadership List. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to WONDER PROJECT and COME and SEE FOUNDATION for their partnership on this episode.

WONDER PROJECT

(TV STUDIO and SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE) Visit http://thewonderproject.com. An independent studio that produces premium theatrical films and television series. The mission is to entertain the world with courageous stories, inspiring hope and restoring faith in things worth believing in. Founded by established leaders from entertainment and technology, Wonder Project is dedicated to building a trusted brand, with projects like the most recent hit House of David. Get a FREE 7 day trial of Wonder Project on Prime Video at http://thewonderproject.com.

COME and SEE FOUNDATION

Reaching a billion people with the story of Jesus. Visit http://comeandseefoundation.org. Come and See Foundation is on a mission to ensure that all 7 seasons of The Chosen are produced, translated into 600 languages, globally distributed, and kept FREE for all. From Michigan to Madagascar, people are encountering Jesus through The Chosen, Join Come and See in inviting a billion people to find and follow Jesus. You can play a supporting role in introducing the world to Jesus. Lean more and get involved at http://comeandseefoundation.org.

Top Weekly Leadership Links

Strings and Heart

The Blood featuring JJ Hasulube – from Passion Conference 2026

Don’t Let the Dream Die – new podcast from Aaron Coe

The Heritage – Home (live) – thanks to Brian Wurzell for the recommend

Lost and Found

The Pros Pro Podcast with Joe McLean – from Ashton Owens

7 Disruptive Church Trends from Carey Nieuwhof for 2026

How do we know when revival is here? – from Ed Stetzer

Filtering Ourselves – from Seth Godin

Gen Z isn’t quit quitting – they’re disengaging and rejecting outdated leadership- they won’t stay around like those before

New Trend of temp/interim CEO’s – from Fast Company

Ways to professionally say it differently

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Chris Tomlin, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

January Top Ten List + Carlos Whittaker, best-selling Author, Speaker, and hope dispenser

See the January Top Ten Leadership List below. Plus, check out my interview with CARLOS WHITTAKER on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 294. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Our guest is CARLOS WHITTAKER, a Best-selling author of multiple books, including his most recent book Reconnected. Carlos is a speaker, curator of the InstaFamilia community on Instagram, host of the Carlos Whittaker Podcast, and now a filmmaker and documentary creator with his most recent RECONNECTED Documentary. We discuss his latest recommend items, being a philanthropist, learning golf, weddings, Atlanta Falcons, Human School, and much more. Plus, check out the January Top Ten Leadership List. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to FOSTER THE CITY and COME AND SEE FOUNDATION for their partnership on this episode.

FOSTER THE CITY

Foster the City was launched out of Echo Church in CA, and now over 350 churches are raising up Foster Families and Support Teams to take on the thousands of kids needing a foster family around the US. Your church can be part - learn more at http://fosterthecity.org. Working towards a day when there will be a waiting list of churches instead of a waiting list of children in need of a home. Foster the City believes there is a church for every child. Learn how you and your church can partner and get involved at http://fosterthecity.org.

COME and SEE FOUNDATION

Reaching a billion people with the story of Jesus. Visit http://comeandseefoundation.org. Come and See Foundation is on a mission to ensure that all 7 seasons of The Chosen are produced, translated into 600 languages, globally distributed, and kept FREE for all. From Michigan to Madagascar, people are encountering Jesus through The Chosen, Join Come and See in inviting a billion people to find and follow Jesus. You can play a supporting role in introducing the world to Jesus. Lean more and get involved at http://comeandseefoundation.org.

January Top Ten Leadership List

Books

The Future Begins with Z – from Tim Elmore

Stand Firm and Act Like Men – from Joby Martin

The Greatest Story Ever Told – from Bear Grylls

Newsletters

The Points Guy – Brian Kelly and team

Podcasts

Street Peachers Podcast

Learning Leader Show – with guest Oz Pearlman

Tim Ferriss Show – with guest Arthur Brooks

Voices in leadership

Tim Timberlake

Justin Forsett

Conferences

Solving the Worlds Greatest Problems – March in Austin

Exponential Conference – March in Orlando

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Chris Tomlin, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.