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What do you do when life feels like it’s spiraling—and how can that moment become the start of something more significant?
In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Levi Lusko joins us for an honest conversation about leadership, creativity, and the hidden opportunities inside seasons of struggle. They unpack what it looks like to lead through midlife, steward influence well, and embrace the shift from stage to sage.
Levi shares the story behind his new book Blessed Are the Spiraling, including how a panic attack, personal loss, and burnout became acatalyst for deeper clarity and calling. He also talks about writing rhythms, sermon preparation, and the power of intentional systems for capturing and storing content.
Whether you’re recalibrating your pace, mentoring the next generation, or looking for fresh ways to connect with your spouse and team, this episode will help you rediscover purpose in the middle of pressure—and find joy in the journey ahead.
2025 Episodes
Episode 78 | Clint Phillips - Investing in Your Health
Episode 77 | Chris Hodges - Developing Leaders in Your Church
Episode 76 | Chris Hodges - The Key to Security
Episode 75 | Levi Lusko – Blessed are the Spiraling
Episode 74 | Carey Nieuwhof – Leading through Church Trends
Episode 73 | Mark Pettus – Mission in the Middle
Episode 72 | Leading Through Transition
Episode 71 | Dudley Delffs – The Art & Process of Writing
Episode 70 | Mark Pettus & Bubba Massey – Reaching & Discipling the Next Generation
Episode 69 | Models & Mentors
2024 Episodes
Episode 68 | Ed Mylett – The Power of One More
Episode 67 | Essential Year-End Questions
Episode 66 | Sammy Rodriguez – Leading in a Complex Culture
Episode 65 | Dr. Dharius Daniels – Consistent Leadership
Episode 64 | Norwood Davis – Building Strong Financial Foundations – Wesleyan Investment Foundation
Episode 63 | Year-End Momentum
Episode 62 | Vance Roush – A System of Generosity - Overflow
Episode 61 | Jesus the High Road Leader
Episode 60 | Craig Groeschel - The Power of Pre-Deciding
Episode 59 | Brad Straarup - Church Health Assessment
Episode 58 | Mark Pettus - Leading the Now Generation
Episode 57 | Rob Hoskins - Reaching the Unreached
Episode 56 | John Maxwell – High Road Leadership
Episode 55 | Dino Rizzo – Training and Supporting Church Planters
Episode 54 | A Message of Hope – Sharing Our Faith with Others
Episode 53 | Chad Veach – Lessons in Building, Excellence, and Growth
Episode 52 | Making Disciples – 12 Steps for Every Believer
Episode 51 | Blue Van Dyke – Effective Membership Engagement - StudioC
Episode 50 | Taking Inventory – 8 Characteristics of Growing Churches
Episode 49 | Wess Stafford – Heart of Poverty – Compassion International
Episode 48 | Leading with Integrity – 7 Steps to Maintaining Integrity as a Leader
Episode 47 | William Vanderbloemen – Essential Leadership Habits – Be the Unicorn
Episode 46 | Annual Goal Setting – Seeking God's Will for Our New Year Goals
2023 Episodes
Episode 45 | Dan Clark – Advancing Generosity – Westfall Gold
Episode 44 | New Year, New Focus – Evaluating the Past & Planning for the New Year
Episode 43 | Hal Donaldson – Delivering Hope – Convoy of Hope
Episode 42 | Dr. Henry Cloud – Developing Trust
Episode 41 | Priscilla Shirer – Bible Study Essentials
Episode 40 | Evangelism – The Action and Purpose within the Church
Episode 39 | Jeff Little – Coaching & Discipling Men - The Way to Win
Episode 38 | Keys to Crafting Vision
Episode 37 | Jim Laffoon – Hearing from God
Episode 36 | Personal Prayer
Episode 35 | Donald Miller – Achieve Growth
Episode 34 | Vision & Purpose
Episode 33 | Kelly Shackelford – Defending Religious Freedom
Episode 32 | Rick Bezet – Meaningful Rest and Relationships
Episode 31 | Jimmy Mellado – Equipping the Local Church - Compassion International
Episode 30 | The Key to Reinforcing Healthy Team Culture
Episode 29 | John Maxwell – The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication
Episode 28 | The Wow Experience
Episode 27 | John Bevere – Awe of God – Highlands College Chapel
Episode 26 | Lord Send Revival
Episode 25 | Chris Tomlin – The Weight and Privilege of Leading Others in Worship
Episode 24 | Know the One
Episode 23 | Dr. Nido Qubein – Leadership Principles for High Capacity Leaders
Episode 22 | Evaluated Experience Is Our Best Teacher
2022 Episodes
Episode 21 | John Maxwell - Intentional Living
Episode 20 | The Essential Leadership Skill of Emotional Intelligence
Episode 19 | Larry Stockstill - The Importance of Global Missions
Episode 18 | Leading a Healthy Organization Pt. 2
Episode 17 | Chad Veach - Leadership Lessons
Episode 16 | Leading a Healthy Organization Pt. 1
Episode 15 | Jim Laffoon - The Gift of Prophecy
Episode 14 | Are We Seeing Signs of the End Times?
Episode 13 | Fighting for the Next Generation: How We Are Pivoting to Reach Gen Z
Episode 12 | How To Achieve Maximum Productivity & Rest
Episode 11 | Dino Rizzo - Leading Others to Radical Service
Episode 10 | Fred Markert - Societal Collapse and How We Prevent It
Episode 9 | The Value of a Great Impression
Episode 8 | Dress For Success
Episode 7 | John Maxwell - Leadership Lessons
Episode 6 | How to Make Prayer Work In Your Life and Your Church
2021 Episodes
Episode 5 | Bringing Depression Into The Light
Episode 4 | Building & Sustaining a Legacy Team
Episode 3 | 12 Principles for Healthy Church Finances
Episode 2 | The 5 Keys to Building Great Teams
Episode 1 | The GrowLeader Podcast Launch
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