Jared Musgrove’s journey in ministry and leadership is a testament to the power of brotherhood, faith, and preparation. As an executive for Beta Upsilon Chi (BYX)—the largest Christian fraternity in the country—Musgrove is dedicated to shaping young men during one of the most critical seasons of their lives. His role spans national leadership development, fundraising, mentoring, and overseeing media, including hosting BYX’s national podcast, Man to Men. But before stepping into this leadership role, Musgrove’s path was profoundly shaped by his time at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (SBTS), where he earned a Doctor of Ministry (DMin) in Executive Leadership.
A Calling to Lead
Musgrove’s connection to BYX began during his freshman year at the University of Oklahoma in 2001. Since then, he has held leadership roles at every level of the organization, from local chapter leadership to serving on the board of directors, before ultimately joining the executive staff. His passion for brotherhood and mentorship grew as he observed firsthand the role that godly friendships and spiritual accountability can have on young men.
“I’ve been in leadership positions within the organization ever since I joined,” Musgrove said. “My responsibilities now range from teaching, mentoring, national leadership development, fundraising, ministry partnerships, and overseeing all media—including hosting our national podcast, Man to Men.”
Yet, even as he developed as a leader within BYX, Musgrove knew he needed further theological training and leadership development.
“I had always admired the work of SBTS,” Musgrove said. “I entered the DMin program for Executive Leadership over a decade ago, graduating in 2016. It was a profound life-altering experience.”
Equipped for Leadership and Ministry
Southern Seminary played a crucial role in refining Musgrove’s leadership philosophy and deepening his biblical foundation. The program’s emphasis on real-world application prepared him to lead with strategic insight and pastoral care.
“The access, conversations, work, writing, rigor, community, coaching, and candor from some of America’s top Christian leaders helped hone how I’ve led as a large church pastor, elder, and nonprofit executive,” Musgrove said.
One of the most transformative aspects of his time at SBTS was the opportunity to learn from faculty members who were scholars and practitioners.
“The real-world lessons of leading a faithful church or world-class nonprofit—from fundraising to staff culture—were ever-present in the program,” Musgrove said. “They were never divorced from the personal, pastoral moments that most impacted me.”
The Power of Brotherhood
Before joining BYX’s executive leadership, Musgrove spent nearly two decades as a pastor and elder. In that time, he witnessed a recurring pattern among the men he counseled: many struggled under sin, suffering, and isolation.
“So many of today’s young men are alone and suffering under sin,” Musgrove said. “Most of the time, we were doing retroactive work with these men. We often traced a path that almost always led to the years between ages 18 and 24, and the decisions and agreements they made in isolation during that time. It broke my heart.”
That realization led him to commit his life to strengthening Christian brotherhood through BYX.
“It’s always the enemy’s plan to isolate God’s sons,” Musgrove said. “Brotherhood was missing from too many of their lives.”
He knew he had to step in and help young men before they reached a crisis point.
“I came to a point where I knew I had to do more. To help more men from the beginning, not the middle,” Musgrove said. “A man’s life is at a critical juncture in those collegiate-aged years. I had to get back there to share a truth that we forget to our peril as we age: God delights in brotherhood and unity (Psalm 133).”
Full-Circle Moments and a Lasting Impact
Looking back on his journey, Musgrove sees his time at Southern Seminary as a crucial turning point. The theological training, leadership development, and relationships he built there continue to shape his work today. One of the most meaningful full-circle moments came when he had the opportunity to interview President Albert Mohler for Man to Men.
“I started listening to The Albert Mohler Program all the way back in journalism school at OU,” Musgrove said. “And now I just interviewed him this year for Man to Men. The Lord smiles in giving us so many little full circles, doesn’t he?”
Musgrove’s work at BYX is about more than just running a successful organization—it’s about equipping the next generation of Christian men to stand firm in their faith. The lessons he learned at SBTS have given him the tools to lead with wisdom, conviction, and a deep commitment to biblical brotherhood.
“I’m with Beta Upsilon Chi because I believe it to be one of the great forges of faithfulness and courage for young men who call Christ Lord,” he said. “That’s the work we do every day and night in Beta Upsilon Chi.”
Through his leadership at BYX, Musgrove is living out the mission of Southern Seminary hopes to instill in its students—raising up faithful and courageous men who are rooted in Christ and in Christian community.