Hi Reader,
I’m calling this an emergency episode because leading right now can feel impossible. You say anything about a cultural moment, and you get hit from the left, the right, or both.
Meanwhile, your people are being shaped 49 hours a week by their phones… and you get 60–90 minutes.
So I brought together a panel I trust: Ed Stetzer, Adam Mesa, and Sharon Hodde Miller.
Adam shares what happened when a prayer clip went viral 👉millions of views, thousands of angry calls, real financial fallout, and what they learned.
Sharon offers a pastoral reframe: behind many “critical emails” is anxiety and a need for care.
And Ed breaks down the “perfect storm” leaders are facing, and how to respond with courage and discernment.
If you’ve felt silenced, exhausted, or just unsure what to say anymore, you'll find both empathy and a path forward in this conversation.
🎧 Listen now and take the next step toward healthier leadership. Watch it on YouTube or tune in wherever you listen to podcasts.
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