# 18. The true perspective of leadership

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Podcast: [The Dialog](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dialog-7546821)
Published: 2026-02-10T06:00:04+00:00
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## Resource

Leadership isn’t a title, it’s weight. In this episode of The Dialog, we talk about what most people miss as they chase influence, growth, and “more” the reality that every decision you make touches someone else’s soul. Tell us in the comments, what’s one leadership lesson you learned the hard way? We unpack Hebrews 13:17 and the scary line most people skip, leaders keep watch over your souls. That means leadership isn’t mainly about getting results, it’s about responsibility. We talk through why bad leadership is so common, how people confuse authority with control, and why “it works for me” is never the standard when you’re leading a family, a team, or a church. Then we get practical. Mission and morale. Vision and care. Principles and application. If you’re leading anything at all, the real question isn’t “where do I want to go,” it’s “where do they need to go” and are you willing to carry the cost of getting them there with joy. Follow Josh Craft on Instagram by clicking here Follow Nick Surface on Instagram by clicking here Get more information and get in touch at joshuacraft.com

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