In today’s episode, Dwight Habermehl is joined again by Rob Laidlaw to continue the conversation about being made in the image of God—this time focusing on why God created us male and female.

They talk about how God made men and women different on purpose, with unique strengths that help show what God is like. Together, these differences help us better reflect God’s love, care, and leadership in the world.

They also discuss how, over time, people can feel confused about who they are or struggle with their identity, and how that connects back to being separated from God’s original design.

Most importantly, this episode points to hope—reminding us that God wants to restore us and help us grow into who He created us to be.

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Twenty years after burnout almost took him out, Carey is back with Part 2—the recovery playbook.

You don't need to get back to normal. Normal is what burned you out.

In this solo episode, Carey...

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Leadership rarely breaks because we lack information. It breaks because we forget the human in front of us. Justin Simpkins joins us with a simple conviction that keeps cutting through the noise: lead with heart and the rest follows. 

Justin shares how character and teachability can matter more than credentials, and how a growth mindset turns unfamiliar work into a calling. 

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Twenty years ago this month, Carey almost became ministry road kill. After 11 years of 30%+ annual growth, he burned out, hard.

In Part 1 of this solo episode, Carey shares 5 honest insights from...

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In today’s episode, Dwight Habermehl is joined by Rob Laidlaw to explore what it truly means to be made in the image of God. Together, they unpack how this foundational truth shapes our identity, purpose, and calling as leaders.

They discuss how being God’s image is not just about reflecting His character, but representing His rule on the earth—and how this was impacted by the fall. The conversation also dives into why so many struggle with identity and self-worth, how misplaced identity leads to striving and idolatry, and what it looks like to live with confidence and purpose in Christ.

You’ll be challenged to see yourself—and others—through a new lens, recognizing the inherent value and responsibility of being God’s representatives in the world.

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There's a battle happening in our minds: one that shapes how we see ourselves, our circumstances, and even God. In this episode, Carey moderates a conversation with Louie Giglio, Jennie Allen, and...

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The vast majority of churches are plateaued or declining, and Exponential CEO Dave Ferguson explains why most churches never grow, let alone multiply.

Plus, he shares the latest trends in church...

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Dwight Habermehl and Dr. Cheryl Ann Beals discuss how leaders can navigate seasons of trauma and adversity. They highlight the need for community, honest vulnerability, and intentional soul care in an increasingly complex world.

Rather than pushing harder, leaders are invited to slow down, trust God in the process, and recognize that growth often happens in difficult “wilderness” seasons.

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