The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast

Nicole Martin made history as Christianity Today's first Black female CEO — and took the hits that come with it. In this conversation: the backlash, Billy Graham's original vision, how the magazine is advancing and speaking into a polarized world, and why leadership is designed to kill you. 🔗   Show Notes 🤖 AI and the Future Church - NEW BOOK! 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes    AI AND THE FUTURE CHURCH A world growing more artificial by the day is going to produce people starving for what's real. And the church has been answering that hunger for two thousand years.  Carey's book, AI and the Future Church, walks you through three shifts every church needs to make now to be prepared for whatever change AI brings.  Pre-order is open now. You can find it at careynieuwhof.com/ai or search for AI and the Future Church on Amazon. BELAY BELAY pairs pastors with U.S.-based Financial Experts who bring clarity and confidence to your numbers. Their support is fractional, flexible, and tailored to your church so you get exactly what you need, within your budget.  Not sure where to start? Download BELAY's free resource: "The Small Business Guide to Outsourced Accounting." SPIRE CONFERENCE You're juggling a lot. And it's easy for development to get pushed to "someday." SpireConference 2026 is happening September 29 through October 1 in Indianapolis. Spire is one of those environments that helps your team step back, get clarity, and move forward together with real momentum. Learn more at spire.network Use code CAREY50 to get $50 off each ticket.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network    

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2026

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 shares seven strategies to burnout-proof your life: stop managing time and start managing energy, move to a fixed calendar, guard your green zone, and stop letting the wrong people hijack your best hours. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes LIFESTONE MINISTRIES Adult Bible Teacher gives you a verse-by-verse exposition of every week's lesson, built-in discussion questions, practical points, research helps, and lesson preparation notes. Everything you and your volunteers need to lead with confidence every quarter. Available in standard and large-print editions.  You were asked to teach. Let Adult Bible Teacher help you do it well. http://lifestoneministries.org/carey GLOO Gloo has built a way to reach Christians who are already engaged, already reading, listening, looking for resources that line up with what they believe—podcasts like this one, trusted publishers, quality content channels.  If you're a business, ministry, or nonprofit that wants to get in front of an audience like this, that's exactly what their network is for. You're not buying a random ad placement. You're reaching people who are already leaning in.  If your organization wants to be featured in spots like this one, contact Gloo by visiting gloo.com/grow. COMPASSION CANADA Compassion Canada has spent over 70 years partnering with local churches — including my own, Connexus — to release children from poverty in Jesus' name through real, on-the-ground community transformation. Head to compassion.com/carey and click the Canada link to find out how your church can get involved.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

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 two decades of reflection: why dysfunction gets rewarded in the church, how denial accelerates the crash, and why grieving your losses matters. If your passion is fading, this episode is for you. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes  GLOBAL CHRISTIAN RELIEF Global Christian Relief supports our church family in places where following Jesus carries a cost—Nigeria, Pakistan, Syria, India, Iran, and many more. They bring Scripture where it's restricted, provide emergency relief when crisis hits, and offer long-term support so the Church can remain and grow strong.  When you support the global church, you're not supporting a cause, you're standing with family. Learn more: gcrelief.org AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY It's hard to know what's really going on in people's lives. Are they growing? Are they fighting battles you can't see? That's why the American Bible Society created the Next Step for Church assessment.  It shows pastors exactly where their church is growing, where it's not, and what to do next. In as few as three weeks you can get real insights about what's happening in your church, at no cost.  Sign up for their upcoming Live Q&A to ask questions and see how it works.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2026

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 Craig Groeschel as they come together to talk honestly about mental health, the lies we believe, and how faith changes the way we fight.   Download the free reflections and takeaway guide here: https://share.hsforms.com/1r7u1sOZMSgKMcVTKf1kyFg4rhq6

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

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 planting in this special episode recorded backstage at Exponential Global Conference in Orlando.  🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes  THE ART OF LEADERSHIP ACADEMY You can get every course I've created—on preaching, leading volunteers, preventing burnout, building healthy teams, growing your church—all in one place. Plus, once a month, I jump on a live coaching call with you and our members to work through your questions together. Head to careynieuwhof.com/academy to join us inside.  SUBSPLASH Church leaders are staring at AI with a mix of fascination and, let's be honest, a fair amount of fear. But at Subsplash, they don't see AI as a way to automate ministry, they see it as a way to accelerate it. The goal isn't to replace the minister; it's to remove the administrative noise that keeps ministry staff stuck behind their desks instead of being present with people.  It's all about stewardship: helping church leaders lead the mission while Subsplash leads the technology. subsplash.com/carey   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2026

Carey caught up with Rich Villodas backstage at Exponential to talk about the learnable skills that keep leaders and congregations non-anxious in an angry age, and the unique challenges and gifting needed to lead a church you didn't plant. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes THE ART OF PREACHING I've been preaching for more than 30 years and I've made just about every mistake you can make, more than once. That's why I created The Art of Preaching, a step-by-step course to help you preach with clarity, confidence, and impact, featuring insights from communicators like Faith Eury Cho, Mark Clark, and Megan Fate Marshman. Enrollment is open now—check it out at theartofpreachingcourse.com. VICTORY BEYOND THE CUP The 2026 FIFA World Cup is one of the most significant outreach opportunities of our lifetime—and Victory Beyond the Cup is equipping churches to make the most of it. They're offering free Pastor Kits and Host Kits to help you run meaningful events all summer long. Claim yours here. LIFESTONE MINISTRIES The Quarterly Bible Curriculum from LifeStone Ministries has been serving churches for over 120 years. The Adult Bible Class is a verse-by-verse, theologically sound resource that gives teachers and students everything they need with confidence. For teachers who want to go deeper, Adult Bible Teacher adds exposition, discussion questions, and lesson preparation helps. More than 10,000 churches rely on it every quarter. http://lifestoneministries.org/carey  

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

Joel Muddamalle is a theologian who thinks harder about spiritual warfare than almost anyone in the church today. In this conversation: how sin got a mass-marketing strategy, why your devices are a primary battleground, why the best answer to political division might be subversion, and how to keep your best people long-term. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes THE ART OF PREACHING I've been preaching for more than 30 years and I've made just about every mistake you can make, more than once. That's why I created The Art of Preaching, a step-by-step course to help you preach with clarity, confidence, and impact, featuring insights from communicators like Faith Eury Cho, Mark Clark, and Megan Fate Marshman. Enrollment is open now—check it out at theartofpreachingcourse.com. BELAY BELAY hand-matches pastors and church leaders with highly-vetted, U.S.-based Assistants and Financial Experts who take operational work off your plate—without sacrificing the human touch your church deserves. Download BELAY's free resource, Five Traits AI Can't Replace, by texting CAREY to 55123. CHURCH GROWTH ENGINE Church Growth Engine's free guide, "Why Do Good Churches Get Stuck?", identifies ten fixable problems—like leadership exhaustion cycles and visitor retention gaps—that prevent good churches from becoming all God has called them to be. Each challenge comes with symptoms to recognize and practical steps that have helped thousands of churches move from survival mode to thriving ministry.  Download it free at churchgrowthengine.com/actionplan.    Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

Most church leaders are leading inside a model they never chose and rarely understand. In this episode, Todd Wilson, founder of Exponential, walks through the true history of the modern church: Church Growth, Seeker Sensitive, Attractional, Missional—and what's coming next.  This is the seminary class no one got, but every church leader needs. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes THE ART OF LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Inside The Art of Leadership Academy, you'll find bite-sized tools, weekly conversations, and leaders who are walking the same road you're on.  Create a free account, get started in minutes, and see what a difference it makes. All you have to do is visit theartofleadershipacademy.com.  CHURCH GROWTH ENGINE Church Growth Engine gives you a weekly pulse on what's actually working in churches like yours right now. Get research-backed strategies straight to your inbox every Tuesday morning. No fluff. No theory. Just practical insights you can scan in five minutes and implement this week, whether you lead 50 people or 500. Join over a thousand pastors who are building thriving churches without the overwhelm. Subscribe for free at churchgrowthengine.com.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2026

What do you do when you run a playbook on discipleship that's worked for years, and it stops working? That led Robby Gallaty to a place of despair, and out of that, revival and renewal came. Robby Gallaty and Replicate CEO Vick Green explain how to renew your ministry through revival and discipleship. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes LIFESTONE MINISTRIES Adult Bible Teacher from LifeStone Ministries gives Sunday school teachers verse-by-verse exposition, built-in discussion questions, and lesson preparation notes—everything you need to walk into your classroom with confidence. Head to lifestoneministries.org/carey to learn more. CHURCH GROWTH ENGINE Church Growth Engine's free guide, "Why Do Good Churches Get Stuck?" identifies ten fixable problems holding churches back—from leadership exhaustion cycles to visitor retention gaps—with practical steps that have helped thousands of churches move from survival mode to thriving ministry. Download it free at churchgrowthengine.com/actionplan. COMPASSION Compassion International equips churches to lead with a posture of compassion just as Jesus did—offering resources, events, and experiences that help your church family take action, love their neighbors, and help release children from poverty in Jesus' name. Visit compassion.org/carey to download free resources and learn more.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2026

Preston Sprinkle studied the full biblical narrative on women in ministry inductively, without an agenda. From Genesis to Paul, we discuss what he found and where it led him.  We also tackle what faithfulness to scripture looks like, and how opening your mind and changing your view can make you more biblically faithful rather than less. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE The Art of Leadership Live ISN'T a conference where you'll sit down and listen to keynote speakers for 8+ hours a day. Each day is carefully designed with a perfect balance of teaching, connection, and free time so you can find the right insight and act on it. Learn more. VICTORY BEYOND THE CUP The 2026 FIFA World Cup is one of the most significant outreach opportunities of our lifetime—and Victory Beyond the Cup is equipping churches to make the most of it. They're offering free Pastor Kits and Host Kits to help you run meaningful events all summer long. Claim yours. BELAY If your schedule is maxed out and you're doing work that someone else could handle, Belay can help. They match you with pre-vetted, US-based Virtual Assistants and Financial Experts on a flexible, fractional basis—so you only pay for what you need. Download their free resource, "5 Traits AI Can't Replace," by texting CAREY to 55123   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2026

Christine Caine returns to the podcast to discuss the real reasons she thinks women are done with the church, how to get them back, why playing the Holy Spirit's role in other people's lives has to stop, and the necessity of being pruned if you want to flourish. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE The Art of Leadership Live ISN'T a conference where you'll sit down and listen to keynote speakers for 8+ hours a day. Each day is carefully designed with a perfect balance of teaching, connection, and free time so you can find the right insight and act on it. Learn more. COMPASSION Compassion International has partnered with churches for decades to connect children in poverty with loving, safe environments where both their physical and spiritual needs are met. You can partner with Compassion to equip your church members to step into global missions—they have a library of resources, experiences, and events designed for leaders like you.  Check out compassion.org/carey to download free resources and learn more.     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

Find yourself procrastinating? You're not alone. Jon Acuff explains how to finally stop procrastinating on your sermon writing and other projects. Plus, he explains how he continues to grow as a leader, build an audience, and AI-proof his influence. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE The Art of Leadership Live ISN'T a conference where you'll sit down and listen to keynote speakers for 8+ hours a day. Each day is carefully designed with a perfect balance of teaching, connection, and free time so you can find the right insight and act on it. Learn more. LIFESTONE MINISTRIES The Legacy Bible Curriculum from LifeStone Ministries is a verse-by-verse, theologically sound adult Sunday school resource that more than 10,000 churches rely on every quarter. Visit lifestoneministries.org/carey to order or learn more. THE CHURCH NETWORK CONFERENCE The Church Network Conference 2026 is coming to West Palm Beach this July—four days of practical learning on everything from finance and HR to technology and leadership development, designed specifically for executive pastors, church administrators, and operations leaders. Learn more and register at thechurchnetwork.com/conference     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2026

Bill Gurley, legendary investor behind Uber, Snapchat, and Twitter, shares why "follow your passion" is dangerously misleading, what to chase instead, what the best startup founders do, and the delusional factor that separates outliers from everyone else.  Plus, his best advice on finding a mentor, landing your dream job, his biggest mistake (passing on Google), and what he'd tell young leaders just starting out. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes CHURCH GROWTH ENGINE Every Tuesday, get research-backed insights on what's working right now in churches your size. Recent Church Growth Engine issues explored how 30 million Americans embraced Jesus outside church walls, why autism-friendly services open new ministry opportunities, and how churches are using AI without losing their pastoral heart. Subscribe for free and start building a church that grows in every way that matters. Visit churchgrowthengine.com. ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE The Art of Leadership Live ISN'T a conference where you'll sit down and listen to keynote speakers for 8+ hours a day. Each day is carefully designed with a perfect balance of teaching, connection, and free time so you can find the right insight and act on it. Learn more.         Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

Arthur C. Brooks attends church every single day, has sat through thousands of sermons, gives lectures and talks around the world and based on that, gives his best advice to preachers. Plus, we look at how to reclaim writing time and the meaning of life. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE The Art of Leadership Live ISN'T a conference where you'll sit down and listen to keynote speakers for 8+ hours a day. Each day is carefully designed with a perfect balance of teaching, connection, and free time so you can find the right insight and act on it. Learn more. SUBSPLASH The Subsplash Platform is the complete solution for connecting with your community on Sunday and beyond. There's no better way for your church or ministry to engage your audience, grow your giving, and host and stream your media. And because you listen to the podcast, you can get a $500 credit when you sign up! STATE OF THE CHURCH See the latest research and stay up to date on what's happening in the American church.  Visit stateofthechurch.com/carey       Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2026

Mark Lutz pastored a regular church for a few years. Then, as a gamer, he opened up Lux Church, a 100% ditigal church created for gamers. He explains the model, why it's reaching people no one else is reaching, how online relationships are as real as IRL relationships, and what other churches are missing and getting wrong when it comes to their digital ministry. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   VICTORY BEYOND THE CUP The World Cup kicks off this summer. When more than 5 billion people are paying attention to the same moment, that's not just a sports event, it's a leadership opportunity. Victory Beyond the Cup has created two free kits to help pastors and everyday believers steward that moment well.  There's a Pastor Kit to help you cast vision and equip your church, and Host Kits equip people to open their homes, gather friends, and create space for meaningful conversations. If you're ready to help your people step into this global moment with intention and purpose, visit victorybeyondthecup.com and download the free kits.       Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2026

How do you get past your self-limiting beliefs? Best-selling author Nir Eyal talks about the research on why some leaders see the positive while others see the negative, how to change your mindset and gain greater agency, and the science behind why prayer improves resilience and mindset. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE 3 days of deep growth, trusted guidance, and fresh vision for what's next. Join me in Nashvile, TN September 21-23, 2026. Learn more: https://careynieuwhof.com/the-art-of-leadership-live/   COMPASSION In partnership with global churches, Compassion International has been serving children for more than 70 years. Download free resources and learn more about how compassion changes everything at compassion.com/carey.     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2026

Former Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz opens up about the factors that led to the collapse of his ministry. He discusses the core issues that led to his breach of trust, what it was like to preach while he was having an affair, the relentless pressure of rapid growth, what rehab taught him about addressing core issues, his regrets, and warning signs for church leaders facing the pressure. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE 3 days of deep growth, trusted guidance, and fresh vision for what's next. Join me in Nashvile, TN September 21-23, 2026. Learn more: https://careynieuwhof.com/the-art-of-leadership-live/       Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network    

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2026

Jennie Allen reflects on a year like no other she's had: an ephocal global event followed by a terribly difficult sabbatical, health scares, and discouragement. Jennie talks about wanting to quit, suffering and spiritual warfare, lies leaders believe, and not giving up. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes FUND THE FUTURE MASTERCLASS If you're tired of feeling awkward about funding your mission and are ready to lead boldly into the future, check out my course, Fund the Future Masterclass. Learn more at careynieuwhof.com/fundthefuture SWITCHER STUDIO Want to take your church's live stream to the next level, especially as you head into Easter? Switcher lets you grab your iPhones, iPads, and cameras, sync them together, and switch between angles live without complicated gear.  Add scripture, lyrics, and graphics on screen to keep your congregation engaged and stream to your website and all the major social media platforms at once. Get an additional $5 off at checkout when you use the code "carey5".  Visit switcherstudio.com/carey to learn more. COMPASSION In partnership with global churches, Compassion International has been serving children for more than 70 years. Download free resources and learn more about how compassion changes everything at compassion.com/carey.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2026

JJ and Kait Tomlin join the podcast to give candid advice to church leaders who, um, haven't dated in a while. It's different out there than it used to be. They cover outdated dating advice, what pastors should say, and the real challenges of being a Christian and single today. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes FUND THE FUTURE MASTERCLASS If you're tired of feeling awkward about funding your mission and are ready to lead boldly into the future, check out my course, Fund the Future Masterclass. Learn more at careynieuwhof.com/fundthefuture CHURCH SALARY ChurchSalary 3.0 helps pastors and leaders answer things like: Am I being paid fairly? Are we paying our team fairly? How should cost of living, education, and experience affect compensation? It uses real, ministry-specific data to give you clarity and confidence. Visit ChurchSalary.com/carey and start for free today.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2026

Recent data shows that while young men are coming to church in record numbers, women are leaving. Why? Kadi Cole shares the #1 reason women are leaving church (lack of trust) and outlines numerous other red flags that are alienating women. Plus, she discusses how to address them and how to create an engaging environment for women, whether you lead a complementarian or egalitarian church. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE If you're leading a church and you know there's more in you—and more ahead for your team—I want to personally invite you to something special. September 21–23, 2026, I'm hosting The Art of Leadership LIVE in Nashville, Tennessee. Visit theartofleadershiplive.com to secure the best pricing. COMPASSION In partnership with global churches, Compassion International has been serving children for more than 70 years. Download free resources and learn more about how compassion changes everything at compassion.com/carey. GLOO With solutions like Gloo Workspace, where ministry leaders get work done, and partners like Igniter Media, Barna, VisitorReach, and Outreach, Gloo is providing the digital backbone for the faith ecosystem, equipping your church, ministry, and individuals to thrive in a digital age. Learn more about how Gloo can help you do more of what you're called to do by texting CAREY to 46816. That's C-A-R-E-Y to 46816   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2026

Beth Moore talks about leaving the SBC a decade ago, how to know when it's time to leave, why so many women are leaving the church, and proof-texting scripture to keep the pulpit and power. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE If you're leading a church and you know there's more in you—and more ahead for your team—I want to personally invite you to something special. September 21–23, 2026, I'm hosting The Art of Leadership LIVE in Nashville, Tennessee. Visit theartofleadershiplive.com to secure the best pricing. GLOO FEED We all know how fast things move in ministry—and how hard it can be to keep up. That's exactly what the Gloo Feed is built for. This is a totally free, regular text that delivers the latest research, trending topics, and updates from across the Church. Text CAREY to 46816 to join for free. BELAY BELAY is giving away its resource, The Future of Financial Leadership, for free. It discusses how to manage your church's finances with efficiency and care, how their Financial Experts provide a human touch, and why it matters. https://resources.belaysolutions.com/carey   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2026

In this episode, Carey asks the question of whether we're selling church growth and marketing revival on social media. As leaders, our motives are always mixed, and Carey offers a framework for checking our motives before posting on social media. Momentum doesn't need marketing. Don't sell it. Steward it. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE If you're leading a church and you know there's more in you—and more ahead for your team—I want to personally invite you to something special. September 21–23, 2026, I'm hosting The Art of Leadership LIVE in Nashville, Tennessee. Visit theartofleadershiplive.com to secure the best pricing. STATE OF THE CHURCH Stay up to date on what's happening in the church. Find current research, data, and other resources at stateofthechurch.com/carey       Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2026

The cultural moment we're in isn't just tense — it's a full convulsion, and it's landing in your church every Sunday. In this emergency panel episode, Ed Stetzer, Adam Mesa, and Sharon Hodde Miller debate when to speak up, when to be silent, how to deal with fallout, and how to pastor people in a deeply divided age. This is the conversation many pastors are desperate to have but afraid to start. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes FUND THE FUTURE MASTERCLASS What do you do when your finances feel stuck, and giving doesn't match the mission you see God calling you toward? I helped create Fund the Future masterclass, alongside Craig Groeschel, Ashley Wooldridge, Chris Hodges, and others — a course built to help you move beyond transactional conversations about money and into a transformational culture of generosity.  Learn more at careynieuwhof.com/fundthefuture . SUBSPLASH Subsplash handles the tech you need so your church can lead the mission.  Listeners, you can go to subsplash.com/carey to get $500 when you sign up today. SWITCHER STUDIOS Want to take your church's live stream to the next level, especially as you head into Easter? Switcher lets you grab your iPhones, iPads, and cameras, sync them together, and switch between angles live without complicated gear.  Add scripture, lyrics, and graphics on screen to keep your congregation engaged and stream to your website and all the major social media platforms at once. Get an additional $5 off at checkout when you use the code "carey5".  Want to take your church's live stream to the next level, especially as you head into Easter? Switcher lets you grab your iPhones, iPads, and cameras, sync them together, and switch between angles live without complicated gear.  Add scripture, lyrics, and graphics on screen to keep your congregation engaged and stream to your website and all the major social media platforms at once. Get an additional $5 off at checkout when you use the code "carey5".  Visit switcherstudio.com/carey to learn more.     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2026

Life.Church Senior Pastor Craig Groeschel and his therapist, Dr. Wayne Chappelle, join Carey to talk about a wall Craig hit in ministry, that he thought might k*ll him. They discuss what was at stake, how he got through it, what happens to leaders who don't take action, and how Craig recovered fully from what almost took him out.  🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes FUND THE FUTURE MASTERCLASS Craig and I created Fund the Future Masterclass — a course built to help you move beyond transactional conversations about money and into a transformational culture of generosity.  If you want to grow in a way that lasts, visit careynieuwhof.com/fundthefuture. CHURCH LAW & TAX Church Law & Tax is a trusted online resource that equips pastors and church leaders with expert guidance on legal, tax, and other compliance issues churches face every day. Sign up for their free weekly newsletter at ChurchLawAndTax.com. ONE ACCORD OneAccord is an AI-based translation platform designed exclusively for the local church. With over 50 languages available, their subscription plans start at $150 a month. Our listeners get a free trial at oneaccord.ai/carey !     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2026

Patrick Lencioni opens up about his dark night of the soul and his recent five-month sabbatical. Plus, we discuss how we go to work to heal and the joys and challenges of leading next-gen leaders. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes HAYSTACK Haystack is an AI-powered search engine for everything you've ever preached. Your congregation can ask real questions like "Why does God allow suffering?" and get answers from their pastor. Book your demo by grabbing a spot on their calendar at thehaystack.ai. Mention this podcast and they'll import your sermon library for free. You'll see how it works with your own content before committing to anything.   THE ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE September 21–23, 2026, I'm hosting The Art of Leadership LIVE in Nashville, Tennessee. If you've been thinking about applying, now is the time. Once Super Early Bird pricing expires, rates go up for good. Visit theartofleadershiplive.com to secure the best pricing. GLOO CONTENT STUDIO Gloo Content Studio is designed around one simple idea: one message can power a whole week of ministry.  Reclaim your Mondays and extend the impact of your preaching at gloo.com/carey.       Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2026

Henry Cloud explains why leadership is not lonely, or at least, shouldn't be. Plus, we discuss why founders hang on too long and why leaders have far more control than you think! 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   THE ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE September 21–23, 2026, I'm hosting The Art of Leadership LIVE in Nashville, Tennessee. If you've been thinking about applying, now is the time. Once Super Early Bird pricing expires, rates go up for good. Visit theartofleadershiplive.com to secure the best pricing. GLOO CONTENT STUDIO Gloo Content Studio is designed around one simple idea: one message can power a whole week of ministry.  Reclaim your Mondays and extend the impact of your preaching at gloo.com/carey. BELAY Get Belay's, The Future of Financial Leadership, for free. This guide discusses when AI can save you time, when human insight is non-negotiable, and how to balance the two effectively across your financial operations. https://resources.belaysolutions.com/cnlp     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2026

Comedian and listener favorite John Crist returns to ask if we're being too critical of the church right now. Has our cynicism gone too far?  Plus, we talk about finding hope and do a detailed breakdown of exactly what it takes to appear on the Tonight Show. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   SWITCHER STUDIO Want to take your church's live stream to the next level, especially as you head into Easter? Switcher lets you grab your iPhones, iPads, and cameras, sync them together, and switch between angles live without complicated gear. Get an additional $5 off at checkout when you use the code "carey5". Visit switcherstudio.com/carey to learn more.   GLOO FEED Gloo Feed is the best way to stay informed about what matters, when it matters… without having to sift through the noise. Get all the latest research, updates on AI and the church, access to resources, and much more. Join the Gloo Feed today, for free. Text CAREY to 46816 to join for free.     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2026

Leadership expert Les McKeown talks about the rise of mini-celebrity pastors, the limits that places on church growth and team development, and how to overcome the growth barriers you're facing as church leaders. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   STATE OF THE CHURCH Learn more about the State of the Church and stay up to date on the latest data at stateofthechurch.com/Carey CHURCH LAW & TAX For nearly 40 years, the online Church & Clergy Tax Guide has been the go-to resource U.S. pastors trust to handle taxes with confidence. It's updated with the latest changes—including how to navigate the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—and now you can even ask Richie, their new AI assistant, to explain how it applies to your church WITHOUT the legal or tax jargon. Go to ChurchLawAndTax.com/carey to become a member and access the guide today.       Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2026

John Mark Comer talks about his 21-day venture into the desert and a silence unlike any he's known in his life. Plus, he clarifies where he stands in terms of the left or the right (and the Christian past), discusses major challenges for modern discipleship and the church, and adds his own church trend. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS Receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, interactive Q&A, and podcast series. Head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. CHURCH SALARY If you want an easy, data-backed way to know what fair pay looks like for YOUR team (or even yourself!), head to ChurchSalary.com/carey and start for free today.  STUDIO C One of the biggest questions pastors are asking right now is: How do we support real spiritual formation—without rushing people, and without losing the personal touch as our church grows? StudioC has created a short Member Engagement Assessment to help leaders gain clarity on how well their church is supporting spiritual formation today. You can take it for free at TheStudioC.org/Carey.       Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2026

YouTuber Ruslan KD sits down to explain that ambiguity from preachers on cultural issues is costing them more than they think. He shares how the next generation is looking to the church for what to think and how to think. In this episode, we do a deep dive into how the next generation is leveraging YouTube and social media to preach the Gospel. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS Receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, interactive Q&A, and podcast series. Head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. IGNITER MEDIA Igniter is offering you an exclusive discount on any of their memberships and a FREE exclusive sermon series package valued at $330, which includes a complimentary sermon bumper, title graphics, worship backgrounds, social graphics, Canva templates, and a ProPresenter theme. Check it out at IgniterMedia.com/carey. GLOO CONTENT STUDIO Gloo Content Studio is built around a simple idea: one message can power a whole week of ministry. If you want to reclaim your Mondays and extend the impact of your preaching, check out Gloo Content Studio. Head to gloo.com/carey to try it.       Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2026

Even as teenagers, Gen Zers Luke LeFevre and Daniel McLeod were preaching at their high school and at raves. They share why Gen Z is so bold, what's creating the surge in church attendance, and why so many Gen Z are not using their gifts in local churches, and how to change that. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS Receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, interactive Q&A, and podcast series. Head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. CHURCH LAW & TAX The online Church & Clergy Tax Guide is the go-to resource U.S. pastors trust to handle taxes with confidence. It's updated with the latest changes—including how to navigate the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—and now you can even ask Richie, their new AI assistant, to explain how it applies to your church WITHOUT the legal or tax jargon. Go to ChurchLawAndTax.com/carey to become a member and access the guide today. BELAY Giving patterns continue to evolve, so we want to equip you with a deeper understanding of what's changing. Grab this free resource from our friends at BELAY called "The Giving Shift: A Guide to New Donor Trends and Behavior." Download it instantly, text CAREY to 55123       Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 15 January 2026

Is America in revival? Well, not quite, according to Barna CEO David Kinnaman, who joins Carey to discuss 2026 church trends. New data shows overall American Christianity is still in decline AND that Gen Z men are dialing into Jesus, young adults are the most churched group in America, and that we're setting ourselves up for a succession crisis.  🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS Receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, interactive Q&A, and podcast series. Head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. VISITORREACH Reach new visitors with VisitorReach. Churches that partner with VisitorReach connect with 20 to 120 new people each month and see new visitors walking through their doors weekly! Learn more today at VisitorReach.com/Carey   ASPEN GROUP Aspen Group believes your church building is an essential tool for spiritual formation, and they're passionate about crafting spaces that engage community, drive discipleship, and build faith. If this sounds like the team you'd want to partner with for your church space, visit aspengroup.com/carey SUBSPLASH Subsplash integrates your website, mobile app, giving, media, live streaming, church management, and messaging together —all on one platform designed for churches. Simplify your church's tech stack, save time, and start multiplying your kingdom impact. Head to subsplash.com/carey today and save $500 when you sign up.     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2026

Carey Nieuwhof unveils 7 disruptive church trends to track in 2026. The trends include Gen Z leading a surge in young church attendance and a rise in women exiting the Christian faith. Plus, Carey discusses discipleship by algorithm and why that makes it impossible to lead people with harmony. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS Receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide and get access to the interactive Q&A. Head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. ASPEN GROUP Aspen Group believes your church building is an essential tool for spiritual formation, and they're passionate about crafting spaces that engage community, drive discipleship, and build faith. Visit aspengroup.com/carey IGNITER MEDIA Igniter has a robust library of ready-made church media that works seamlessly with all church presentation software and Igniter is offering an exclusive discount on any of their memberships.  Plus, they're giving you a FREE exclusive sermon series package valued at $330. Check it out at IgniterMedia.com/carey.           Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2026

Former LCBC Senior Pastor David Ashcraft talks about the small church dysfunction he encountered when he arrived at LCBC when it was just a small church. Plus, he discusses how it scaled into a mega-church of 22,000, succession, and how he repositioned the Global Leadership Summit for the future. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS This year, I'm premiering my Annual Church Trends LIVE inside The Art of Leadership Academy. You'll receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, as well as a live, interactive Q&A and a podcast series. All launching in January.  If you want to be the first to access it all, head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. STATE OF THE CHURCH Stay up to date on the latest research coming out of Barna's State of the Church. Visit stateofthechurch.com/carey   AMPLIFY+ Amplify Plus from Ministry Brands is a fully connected church management platform that brings your people, communication, events, & scheduling—all into one place. When your systems work, your time "on" fuels the heart of ministry. Visit ministrybrands.com/amplify to learn more.         Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2025

Sharon Hodde Miller discusses entering ministry with idealism that is crushed when people break your heart and leave your church. Plus, she discusses how to keep your heart engaged, learning to fight cynicism, and how to know when to speak into culture and when to keep silent. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS This year, I'm premiering my Annual Church Trends LIVE inside The Art of Leadership Academy. You'll receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, as well as a live, interactive Q&A and a podcast series. All launching in January.  If you want to be the first to access it all, head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. IGNITER MEDIA Let's be honest: Keeping your church's visuals and communication fresh week after week is tough. Igniter has a robust library of ready-made church media that works seamlessly with all church presentation software. For my listeners, Igniter is offering an exclusive discount on any of their memberships. Plus, they're giving you a FREE exclusive sermon series package valued at $330. Check it out at IgniterMedia.com/carey.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2025

Theologian and church planter Dom Ruso offers lessons from church planting in Montreal, one of the most secular environments in North America, and how to reach a very difficult culture.  He talks about the lack of theological training churches are facing, why we're probably not ready for real revival, and how to reach people most people think are unreachable. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS This year, I'm premiering my Annual Church Trends LIVE inside The Art of Leadership Academy. You'll receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, as well as a live, interactive Q&A and a podcast series. All launching in January.  If you want to be the first to access it all, head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. BELAY Download Belay's free resource, The Power of Productivity, for tools and strategies that you can use to boost your productivity, so you can lead your ministry with efficiency and purpose. STATE OF THE CHURCH The State of the Church's free ChurchPulse Assessment helps you measure what matters, the flourishing of your people and the thriving of your church. Access it now for free at stateofthechurch.com/carey   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 18 December 2025

J.R. Briggs has studied the art of asking questions for ten years. He shares how the quality of your questions determines the quality of your life and leadership, how to use questions to get your audience's full attention, and why question-asking is a dying art. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS This year, I'm premiering my Annual Church Trends LIVE inside The Art of Leadership Academy. You'll receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, as well as a live, interactive Q&A and a podcast series. All launching in January.  If you want to be the first to access it all, head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. GLOO WORKSPACE With solutions like Gloo Workspace, where ministry leaders get work done, and partners like Igniter Media, Barna, VisitorReach, and Outreach, Gloo is providing the digital backbone for the faith ecosystem, equipping your church, ministry, and individuals to thrive in a digital age. Learn more about how Gloo can help you do more of what you're called to do by texting CAREY to 46816.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2025

In this episode of the podcast, N.T. Wright discusses the forces that formed him into the scholar, priest, and writer he is today: his early influences, his calling, and what he gave up to pursue his writing. He also shares his views on spiritual warfare and the problem of Christians demonizing their enemies. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS This year, I'm premiering my Annual Church Trends LIVE inside The Art of Leadership Academy. You'll receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, as well as a live, interactive Q&A and a podcast series. All launching in January.  If you want to be the first to access it all, head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. COMPASSION As a pastor, I wonder how that's going for you, your family, and your community this holiday season? Do you feel a deep sense of compassion? Can you imagine what might change if you did? Visit my friends at Compassion International to learn about the impact you and your church can make starting right now. Find out more at www.compassion.com/carey.     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2025

Lysa TerKeurst opens up about the end of her marriage and offers insight into the distinction between difficult and destructive relationships. Lysa shares the biblical grounds for divorce, and Carey and Lysa discuss how to help people in a tough marriage. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS This year, I'm premiering my Annual Church Trends LIVE inside The Art of Leadership Academy. You'll receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, as well as a live, interactive Q&A and a podcast series. All launching in January.  If you want to be the first to access it all, head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. GLOO AI Your congregation and staff are using AI tools, and as a leader, you must help them answer the question: Is AI contributing to my human flourishing or detracting from it? Rather than measuring AI on speed or accuracy, Gloo's Flourishing AI approach evaluates AI tools based on their alignment with key dimensions of human flourishing, helping leaders steward the question, "Should we use this tool?"  This is one of the ways Gloo is building high tech for a higher purpose.  Discover Flourishing AI at gloo.com/Carey     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 4 December 2025

J.D. Greear shares the tension every pastor feels over when to speak out, how to speak out, and which issues should command a pastor's voice. J.D. also discusses Charlie Kirk, the culture wars, and social outrage.  🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   2026 CHURCH TRENDS This year, I'm premiering my Annual Church Trends LIVE inside The Art of Leadership Academy. You'll receive the full 2026 church trends report and leader guide, as well as a live, interactive Q&A and a podcast series. All launching in January.  If you want to be the first to access it all, head to 2026churchtrends.com for free access. SUBSPLASH Subsplash is a unified platform that brings together your website, mobile app, giving, church management, live streaming, and more—so you can simplify your systems to amplify your ministry impact. Head to subsplash.com/carey today and you'll save $500 when you sign up. ASPEN GROUP Your building is shaping people's experience of ministry—either working for your mission or against it.  Aspen Group helps churches steward their resources to create spaces that enhance mission, elevate growth, and establish longevity—walking with you every step of the way, from first idea to final build.  To learn more about how Aspen Group can help your space better serve your mission, visit aspengroup.com/carey    Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2025

Dr. Caroline Leaf explains her philosophy on the distinction between the mind and the brain, and how to utilize your mind to combat stress, anxiety, and burnout. She also weighs in on AI and its potential to harm the mind and brain. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   STATE OF THE CHURCH Stay up to date on the latest research coming out of Barna's State of the Church. Visit stateofthechurch.com/carey AMPLIFY+ Amplify Plus from Ministry Brands, a fully connected church management platform that brings your people, communication, events, & scheduling—all into one place. When your systems work, your time "on" fuels the heart of ministry. Visit ministrybrands.com/amplify to learn more. IGNITER MEDIA Igniter has a robust library of ready-made church media from sermon videos to beautifully designed backgrounds that work seamlessly in all church presentation software applications.  And for my listeners, Igniter Media is offering a FREE exclusive sermon series package valued at $330.   Try it FREE at IgniterMedia.com/carey      Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2025

In this episode, you'll learn a fresh perspective on exactly where your time goes, how to cut the investments where you're least effective, and multiply your time investments in the activities that generate the most results. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   OneAccord OneAccord is an AI-based translation platform designed exclusively for the local church, with over 50 languages available, Visit oneaccord.ai/carey,  for a free trial with 3 hours of translation credit. Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2025

Dr. James Sells and Shaunti Feldhahn rethink mental health and loneliness. They offer practical steps on how the church can lead healing without burning out its leaders, especially pastors. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   ECFA ECFA is committed to regularly providing content—like "7 Questions a Board Can Ask the Senior Leader" or "How to Identify Ministry Burnout"—to help you build up leaders that thrive in their wellbeing, faith, and reaching the world for Christ. Visit ecfa.org/LeaderCare to learn more and download free resources that will set your organization up for success. COMPASSION As a pastor, I wonder how that's going for you, your family, and your community this holiday season? I encourage you to visit my friends at Compassion International to learn about the impact you and your church can make starting right now.  Find out more at www.compassion.com/carey. JUNCTION CREATIVE Whether you need a new website, a fresh brand strategy, or a marketing campaign that converts with a real ROI, Junction Creative gives you access to experienced marketers who treat your business like their own. Their principles and values drive their belief that good companies can become great companies. That belief drives their approach to ROI-based digital marketing, results-driven SEO, and strategies with growth and profitability as their north star, as well as websites built with the understanding that they need to be your star employee representing you online. If you're ready for a more hands-on marketing partner, visit junctioncreative.com to schedule your free consultation.     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2025

Comedian Andrew Stanley talks about his journey as a preacher's son who studied finance and accounting to become a rising comic who has performed with Colin Jost, Leanne Morgan, John Crist and others. Andrew covers the art of writing jokes, what happens when you bomb, how to recover, working with different audiences and more. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   GLOO What if technology actually helped people flourish? That's the question Gloo is working to answer. By training AI on values-aligned content, helping church leaders measure health and engagement, and connecting an ecosystem of over 450,000 organizations, Gloo is building the most trusted technology platform for the faith ecosystem. Learn more at gloo.com/Carey   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2025

Thom Rainer explains the difference he's discovered between what growing churches do and what declining churches do. It's simpler than you think. Plus, how can you help the Anxious Generation feel comfortable coming to church? Thom explains what the research reveals. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   FUND THE FUTURE MASTERCLASS You cast vision. You preach faithfully. But when it comes to finances and generational giving, you hit a wall. That's exactly why me, Craig Groeschel, Chris Hodges, Ashley Wooldridge, Dan Clark, and others created Fund the Future Masterclass — a step-by-step program to shift your church from transactional giving to transformational generosity.  Enrollment is open now. BELAY Discover exactly what to hand off so you can focus on your calling — not content calendars. Download BELAY's free resource: "15 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to a Marketing Assistant." Text the word CAREY to 55123 for your free download.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2025

YouVersion CEO Bobby Gruenewald discusses what's right and wrong with AI, sharing some shocking examples of why Christians should be cautious about trusting AI for biblical accuracy. Bobby also explains how it took 13 years to reach 500 million installs, but only four years to reach a billion, and the changes YouVersion made to accelerate bible reach. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   FUND THE FUTURE MASTERCLASS You cast vision. You preach faithfully. But when it comes to finances and generational giving, you hit a wall. That's exactly why me, Craig Groeschel, Chris Hodges, Ashley Wooldridge, Dan Clark, and others created Fund the Future Masterclass — a step-by-step program to shift your church from transactional giving to transformational generosity.  Enrollment is open now. SWITCHER STUDIO Stream to every online platform at the same time — including your website. Think: Facebook, Website, YouTube, Instagram — with no complicated gear needed. Switcher Studio makes it simple. Grab your iPhones, iPads, and cameras, sync them together and switch between angles live. You can even add scripture, lyrics, or graphics on screen to help keep your congregation engaged.  Get $30 off a seasonal plan at switcherstudio.com/carey — and keep saving every season with this special offer. SUBSPLASH Subsplash is a unified platform that brings together your website, mobile app, giving, church management, live streaming, and more—so you can simplify your systems to amplify your ministry.  That means less time wasted on managing different systems and more time making disciples. Cut the clutter. Keep the calling. Subsplash is here to help.  Head to subsplash.com/carey today and you'll save $500 when you sign up.     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2025

In a wide-ranging interview, Tim Timberlake reflects on a challenging pastoral succession and how he rebuilt momentum. Plus, he discusses getting divorced in his twenties, what he learned about leading while bleeding, and a lot more.  🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   STATE OF THE CHURCH Stay up to date on the latest research coming out of Barna's State of the Church. Visit stateofthechurch.com/carey   CHURCH LEADERS CONFERENCE This spring, Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas is hosting the Church Leaders Conference.  Over two days, you'll experience mainstage sessions with biblical teaching, practical breakouts to strengthen key areas of ministry, and time to have fun with your team. Gather your team, choose your dates, and register today at CLC2026.com.      Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2025

In this episode, Carey explores why the attractional church model no longer works, what's replacing it, the three shifts that made it ineffective, and what you and your church can do now to reach more people. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2025

Tim Stevens returns to the podcast to discuss the hardest assignment in ministry: his three years at Willow Creek. He also talks about how to spot talent, firing well, how to recapture momentum, and his biggest lesson in four decades of ministry. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   DIDN'T SEE IT COMING If this conversation with Tim resonates with you, my book, Didn't See it Coming, will give you a roadmap to lead with hope, clarity, and resilience, even in the toughest seasons. You can get your copy of Didn't See It Coming wherever books are sold. Pick up the book today to discover the 7 challenges that no leader expects, but everyone faces.   AMPLIFY+ For so many pastors, our best hours get swallowed up by systems that don't work—scattered tools, disconnected processes, constant admin. That's why I want you to see what 55,000 churches nationwide are using: Amplify Plus from Ministry Brands, a fully connected church management platform that brings your people, communication, events, & scheduling—all into one place. Visit ministrybrands.com/amplify to learn more.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2025

Judah Smith and Dr. Les Parrot, Judah's therapist of 15 years, talk about the unique pressures pastors face. Les and Judah explain why your brain is lying to you 80% of the time, offer insights into how pastors self-sabotage, and provide guidance on how to break the cycle of negative thoughts that many church leaders struggle with. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   CHURCH SALARY Every leader I know wants to honor their team and lead with transparency—but it's hard to know where to start without good data. Visit ChurchSalary.com/carey and start for free today.   COMPASSION As believers, scripture calls us to reflect that nature, living a full life of gospel-driven kindness that is set apart from the normal posture of this world. As a pastor, I wonder how that's going for you?  I'd like to encourage you to visit my friends at Compassion International to learn how you might grow YOUR compassion and generosity today. Find out more at www.compassion.com/carey.     Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2025