Discipline of Being Slow to Speak

03/06/2024 31 min Episodio 358
Discipline of Being Slow to Speak

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In this podcast episode, Jeff Iorg, President of the Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention, discusses the leadership discipline of being "slow to speak," based on James 1:19. Iorg emphasizes the importance of measured and thoughtful communication in various contexts like preaching, email, social media, and informal conversations. He shares personal anecdotes illustrating the pitfalls of hasty speech, including public missteps and private regrets. He advises leaders to ensure their words are deliberate, fact-based, and authoritative, avoiding premature judgments and unnecessary disclosures. By practicing restraint, leaders can maintain credibility and influence effectively.