Hi Reader,
If you’ve ever wondered what to say, when to say it, or how to say it in the middle of today’s culture wars, you’re not alone.
We’re in a moment most of us never expected to navigate, where one comment can cost you families in your church, and staying silent can feel just as risky.
Today, J.D. Greear and I go there. We talk about Charlie Kirk, outrage culture, why everyone’s Instagram feed is discipling them, and how to lead when your congregation is consuming 10,000 different algorithms a week.
What I love about J.D. is his clarity and courage, paired with a deep commitment to the gospel above all. If you find it hard to 'say the right thing' in ministry anymore (i.e. you almost always get it wrong), you need to hear this conversation.
Today's episode will help pastors, business leaders, and anyone trying to follow Jesus with wisdom amid the cultural noise.
🎧 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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