Leadership is not all smiles and perfect pictures. It is often messy, humbling, and imperfect. And whether you are leading a Fortune 500 company or just leading your family around the dinner table, leaders are all works in progress. Today, our hosts Joe White and Rachel Sparks are joined by Joe's two sons, Brady and Cooper White. We hope our conversation about Christ-centered servant leadership will be inspiring to you and give you something to think about for your own day-to-day life. Enjoy!

Meet Chase Rackley. If you talk with him for more than a few minutes, you'll learn a few things about him. He's a husband and father, he's a realtor and long time member of the Kanakuk family; but most of all, Chase is a follower of Jesus Christ. At Kanakuk, Chase learned more about Jesus and what it means to follow him. And the things Chase learned at Kanakuk have translated to every aspect of his life. On this episode, Joe and Chase talk about Kanakuk, parenting, discipleship, family, and a life lived for Jesus. We hope you are encouraged by today's episode!

One of the best parts of community is sharing life with others. In community, we get to reminisce about all the memories made together. We laugh and cry, rejoice and mourn, together. Today, Joe White and Beth Ann enjoy an incredible conversation with Kanakuk legend, Larry Hamner. The inventor of "FUAGNEM (Fired Up And Going Nuts Every Minute)", Dr. Hamner has made many memories here at Kanakuk, and the things that he learned while at Kamp have translated to well beyond the gates. We hope you are encouraged by today's conversation and hope you have a meaningful conversation with one of your good friends today!

If you were to ask Rick Cua what he wanted to be known for, it wouldn't be being a part of the southern rock band the Outlaws, it wouldn't be having six No.1 Christian radio songs, and it wouldn't be for the awards and accolades. What Rick Cua ultimately wants to be known for is that he is a follower of Jesus who pointed other people to God through his music. Join our conversation today as Joe White and Beth Ann talk with Rick Cua about music, ministry, and using your gifts and passions to glorify Jesus Christ.

55 minutes. That is how long Amy Otteson's son, Gore, had gone without a heartbeat. Doctors said that IF he survived, he would never be able to walk or talk again. Amy's world was crumbling around her. And in the midst of all the chaos and unknown, Amy felt God ask her, "Do you trust me?" Joe White and Beth Ann are joined today by Amy Otteson, as she tells her story of how God saved her son's life, defying all medical explanation. Amy hopes that by sharing her story of how she learned to trust God and watch God answer prayers, that others would be encouraged to trust God too. Even if your story doesn't end in a miracle, God is worth trusting because "[He] will never desert you, nor will [He] ever forsake you... Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." - Hebrews 13: 5 and 8.

Many people have "goals" in life. But how many times do we have an idea of a goal we would like to meet and never meet it? For Jeff Reeter, he finds that many people's goals are simply ambiguous ideas and not concrete plans. And concrete plans often start with daily disciplines. Joe White and Beth Ann are joined today by Jeff Reeter, author of the book, "Do Life Differently: A Strategic Path Towards Extraordinary." In today's conversation, Jeff talks about what he has learned over the years and how he has seen daily disciplines move him from success to significance. We hope you are inspired by today's episode!

In the blink of an eye, Jason Mirikitani's world shattered. A devastating car accident left him and his family in pieces. Suddenly, Jason found himself in recovery, physically, mentally, and spiritually. And yet, God was there with him. And God was putting Jason's life back together, taking the brokenness and making a beautiful mosaic- a testament to God's handiwork. Joe and Beth Ann welcome author and speaker Jason Mirikitani to hear his story and learn how in the darkest night, God's light is our comfort and hope. "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me." - Psalm 23:4

Adoption. Adopting is beautiful, giving homes and parents to those who do not. Adoption is messy, with all the baggage everyone brings to the table. Adoption is redemptive, reminding us how God adopts us and grafts us into his eternal family through Jesus Christ. Adoption is a demonstration of love, with the love of Jesus lived out in a very real and very raw way. Joe is joined today by Jamie Jo to have a deeply meaningful and vulnerable conversation about the journey God has led her on, through adoption. We hope, whether you are adopting or not, that this conversation is eye opening and an encouragement to you. "I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you." - John 14:18

Although listening may seem like an endangered species in today's culture, it's not a lost art. For parents, the act of listening to your children is a sometimes challenging endeavor. But as Joe and Jamie Jo discuss, it is one of the most worth-while, relationship building things parents can do with their kids. Today's episode is a conversation about how asking questions is a bridge to growth and healing, not just for children, but for parents as well. We hope you are encouraged today!

"Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13. There are several verses in the Bible that talk about friendship, many of which are found in the book of Proverbs. Take a look at Proverbs 17:17, 18:24, 27:6, 27:9, or 27:17, and you'll learn more about what makes a good friend. But woven throughout each of those verses are not just the qualities of a good friend, but also the VALUE of a good friend. Today, Joe and Beth Ann are joined by two of our beloved Kanakuk staff, Sharon Smith and Carrie Youngblood. These #KampBestFriends have been friends for a long time, and it all started with a genuine conversation. We hope you are encouraged by today's episode; be sure to let your best friend know that you appreciate them!