What happens when a pastor’s life falls apart—and God writes a better story?

In this raw and redemptive conversation, Steve sits down with Greg Lindsey, author of The Rest of Your Story: The Path to the Christian Life You Want, to talk about failure, forgiveness, and the long road to freedom. Greg shares openly about the affair that nearly ended his marriage and ministry—and how Jesus met him in the rubble to begin a rescue that changed everything.

Together, Steve and Greg unpack what it means to live from your story instead of running from it: how God redeems even our deepest failures, why the Church must learn to restore the fallen, and why intimacy with Jesus—not performance—is the true measure of success.

🔹 Facing your past without fear

🔹 How the Church can become a “MAS*H unit” for the wounded

🔹 The danger of identity rooted in performance

🔹 Experiencing—not just knowing—Jesus daily

🔹 Why your story isn’t over because your Author isn’t finished

Greg’s honesty will challenge and comfort you—and remind you that no matter where you’ve been, there’s more to the story God is writing.

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Guest: Greg Lindsey — Pastor, Discovery Church Colorado Springs | Author, The Rest of Your Story

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Resources: https://www.glindsey.com/

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Brokenness: A Personal Journey

09:53 The Role of Story and Rescue in Healing

19:42 The Impact of Authenticity in Ministry

29:54 Finding Validation and Identity in Christ

31:53 Experiencing Jesus: Beyond Salvation

35:23 The Journey of Intimacy with God

39:01 Resilience and Perseverance in Faith

44:05 Your Story Isn't Over: Embracing Hope

51:32 The Impact of Obedience: A Call to Action

Steve and Colleen talk with Tom and Karen Friedrichs of Broom Tree Landing, a ministry that offers no-cost retreat, coaching, and spiritual direction to pastors and ministry leaders who are tired, hurting, or on the edge of burnout. They share their own story of pastoral exhaustion, how God accelerated their “retirement dream” into a right now calling, and several powerful provision stories — including God funding someone’s retreat from another country.

You’ll hear:

• Why healthy churches need healthy leaders

• Signs of burnout pastors often ignore

• Why availability is the real ministry

• How God provides when you finally say “yes”

Connect with Broom Tree Landing: https://www.broomtreelanding.org/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

06:58 The Importance of Healthy Ministries

13:52 Personal Journeys and Call to Ministry

20:56 Provision and Trust in God

27:37 Creating a Safe Space for Leaders

29:19 Understanding Burnout in Ministry

33:43 The Importance of Rest and Retreat

38:33 Provision Stories: Miracles in Ministry

43:23 The Power of Availability and Presence

48:07 Encouragement for Those Struggling

51:17 Establishing Healthy Rhythms in Life

Steve sits down with author and leadership coach Preston Poore to discuss his new book How Is Greater Than What. Together they unpack the overlooked “how” of leadership—why character, integrity, and faith matter more than performance.

Hear Preston’s vulnerable stories from his years at Coca-Cola, how he learned to lead with heart, and why our identity in Christ defines every “how” in life and leadership.

🎧 Listen. Reflect. Lead differently.

Chapters

00:00 The Fundamentals of Identity and Purpose

03:06 Exploring Leadership and Character

05:59 The Importance of Integrity in Leadership

09:09 Understanding the 'How' in Leadership

11:53 The Role of Dignity and Respect in Leadership

14:57 Transformational Leadership Through Relationships

24:54 The Turning Point in Leadership

30:44 Identifying Leadership Traps

33:00 The Journey of Personal Development

39:22 Encouragement for Young Leaders

42:31 Faith and Leadership: The Power of Love