Shad Berry joins us again to explore the theology of work and vocation. Drawing from his experience, Shad unpacks the false divide between "sacred" and "secular" work, discussing how all legitimate work has dignity and eternal significance.

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Memphis native Shad Berry, a seasoned business leader and community mentor, opens up about his winding journey through family business, nonprofit leadership, and personal transformation. Through his own stories—Shad reflects on embracing weakness, navigating change, and the deep work of character formation.

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Returning guest Mike Gunn brings fresh perspective on the viral Mars Hill podcast and its aftermath, examining why stories of church leadership failures resonate so deeply with modern audiences. Through the lens of his personal experience, Mike and Jamie tackle misconceptions about complementarian theology and explore the Christian community's complicated relationship with failure and injustice.

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From the early rumblings of a Seattle church plant to its meteoric rise and eventual dissolution, this exclusive conversation with Mike Gunn, one of the three founding pastors of Mars Hill Church, takes us behind the scenes of one of modern Christianity's most fascinating stories. In this episode, Gunn reflects on the formative years of Mars Hill, discussing the philosophical shifts that shaped Mars Hill's trajectory. He offers thoughtful perspectives on the church's legacy and his own journey of faith and leadership in its aftermath. This unprecedented discussion adds crucial context to one of contemporary Christianity's most discussed stories, offering new understanding through the eyes of a leader who witnessed it all from the beginning.

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We're taking a brief pause from releasing new content over the holidays. In the meantime, we invite you to revisit some of our most popular Downline Podcast episodes. We'll return in the new year with some exciting content you won't want to miss.

Trevin Wax, a former missionary to Romania and columnist at The Gospel Coalition, has written for prominent publications like The Washington Post, Religion News Service, World, and Christianity Today. As an author of books including "The Multi-Directional Leader" and "Rethink Your Self," and having taught at Wheaton College, Trevin brings deep insights into culture and faith.

In this conversation, Jamie and Trevin explore how culture often encourages us to find identity by looking inward, while the Gospel offers a transformative alternative—directing our focus upward to understand our true selves.

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Rethink Your Self by Trevin Wax - https://www.bhpublishinggroup.com/rethinkyourself/

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We're taking a brief pause from releasing new content over the holidays. In the meantime, we invite you to revisit some of our most popular Downline Podcast episodes. We'll return in the new year with some exciting content you won't want to miss.

Join Jamie in this insightful episode as he speaks with Dr. Chuck Hannaford, a licensed clinical psychologist and Founder of HeartLife Professional Soul Care, based in Germantown, TN.

They explore the often-overlooked aspects of depression and anxiety, unraveling the complexities of these common issues while sharing practical strategies to support loved ones facing mental health challenges.

Check out Dr. Hannaford's practice - https://www.heartlifesoulcare.org

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Jamie sits down with Dr. Sam Shaw, a seasoned ministry veteran with over 50 years of experience, to explore the timeless leadership lessons from the Book of Nehemiah. Drawing from both biblical wisdom and a lifetime of ministry and missionary work, Dr. Shaw unpacks the themes of leadership, resilience, community, and spiritual calling. They deep dive into Nehemiah's journey, examining how prayer, strategic planning, and unwavering commitment can make a huge impact on those you are leading.

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Dr. Sandy Willson, a seasoned biblical scholar with decades of ministerial experience, brings his signature depth and insight to this episode exploring the life of Joseph. Known for illuminating scriptural narratives with pastoral wisdom, Willson draws from one of his recent teachings in the Downline institute to unpack the transformative journey of Joseph, revealing lessons of redemption, forgiveness, and purpose. Willson unpacks the complex narrative of Joseph's journey, examining how his experiences foreshadow themes of grace, restoration, and spiritual growth, offering a nuanced understanding of this biblical account that resonates deeply with current spiritual challenges.

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Former NFL player and Alabama football champion Barrett Jones joins Jamie for an honest conversation about life after football and finding identity in Christ. Barrett shares his journey from college football glory to the NFL, opening up about the realities of the sport's culture and the challenges of transition. Through personal stories, he discusses his ongoing discipleship journey and how his relationship with Jesus has anchored him beyond his athletic career.

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