Fulfilling the Great Commission in OUR Lifetime?! Joseph Umidi | Learning to Lead Podcast

In this powerful episode of Learning to Lead, host Dr. Bobby Hill sits down with longtime friend, mentor, and visionary leader Dr. Joseph Umidi. With over four decades of kingdom impact, Dr. Umidi is stepping into a groundbreaking new role as the founding Executive Director of the Center for the Great Commission at Regent University's School of Divinity. Together, they unpack why information alone fails to bring transformation and explore the urgent need to move from passive academic study to Holy Spirit–empowered practitioner training. Discover how historical organizational walls are coming down, how Christian leadership coaching intersects with disciple-making, and what it truly takes to complete the Great Commission in our lifetime. Featured Resources & Links: Center for the Great Commission at Regent University: Explore programs, mission mobilization, and research initiatives at regent.edu/center-for-the-great-commission. Lifeforming Leadership Coaching: Discover premier Christian coach training based on the Jesus model at lifeformingcoach.com. ⏱️ Episode Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Learning to Lead & Dr. Joseph Umidi’s Story 02:15 – From the Jesus Movement & Canada to Virginia Beach 05:00 – The Practitioner’s Heart: Training Disciples, Not Making Widgets 07:15 – The Birth of Christian Leadership Coaching 11:10 – Gordon Robertson’s Challenge & Launching the Center for the Great Commission 14:50 – Breaking Down the Silos: Partnering with CBN International & Operation Blessing 20:20 – Christian Leadership to Change the World with a Kingdom Worldview 25:45 – The Renewal Distinctive: Combining Gospel Truth with Power Encounters 31:00 – Mobilizing Teams, Research, and Combating Post-Trip Drift 37:45 – The In Our Lifetime Vision & Frontline Miracle Stories 41:30 – 21 Practical Syllabi Competencies & Hub Church Partnerships 46:50 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Redwoods Stewardship: Helping churches and nonprofits unlock sustainable donor support and financial health. Visit them at https://redwoodsstewardship.com. Chosen Helpers Handyman Services: Providing reliable, expert home repairs and maintenance across the Hampton Roads region. Visit them at https://chosenhelpershandyservices.jo.... LEC (Life Enrichment Center): Empowering the next generation through literacy, LEC provides vital reading tutoring and enrichment programs to help elementary students thrive. Learn how you can volunteer, support, or get involved today: Visit https://lecliteracy.org.