
CNLP 515 | Jim Burgen and Jesse DeYoung on the Anatomy of Toxic Church Leadership, Church Growth and Identity, and How Leadership Crushes You
The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast
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Navigating Leadership Through Personal Reflection
This chapter explores the speaker's six-month sabbatical spent reflecting on the complexities of church leadership and personal growth. Using the metaphor of building a dry stack wall, they recount their emotional journey from panic and anger to grace, emphasizing the importance of divine guidance. The discussion also highlights the challenges of church expansion, internal culture issues, and the necessity of mentorship in cultivating a healthier community.
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