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Hi Reader,

What do you do when a leader you’ve trusted fails you?

In one of the most personal and powerful episodes we’ve ever recorded, I sit down with Max Lucado to talk about the hard stuff—disappointment, moral failure in church leadership, and how to navigate the long road to healing.

Max shares vulnerably about his own struggles—including a quiet moment in a parking lot that could’ve gone very differently—and what kept him from crossing a line that would’ve disqualified him from ministry.

We also unpack how to help a wounded congregation heal, what credibility means in leadership today, and why managing your thought life might be one of the most important things a leader can do.

If you’re carrying the weight of leading through broken trust—or wrestling with your own inner battles—this one’s for you.

Max’s honesty may just give you the language, grace, and courage to keep going.

🎧 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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