Church Leadership Radar - April 14, 2026

In This Episode:Craig Groeschel talks about hitting the wall in leadership. The global church is growing explosively while U.S. churches face decline narratives. Brian Tome's suspension from Crossroads Church shows what healthy accountability can look like. Plus, the Disability and The Church Conference is coming to Washington D.C.What's Discussed:Craig Groeschel's Breaking Point – His conversation with therapist Dr. Wayne Chappelle on Carey Nieuwhof's Leadership Podcast (Episode 786) about leadership burnout and hitting the wallGlobal Church Growth – LifeWay Research data on Christianity approaching 2.6 billion believers worldwide, with explosive growth in Africa and AsiaMegachurch Accountability – Brian Tome's suspension from Crossroads Church and the independent investigation into 2015 allegations, demonstrating healthy church governanceBright Spot – The Disability and The Church Conference, April 21-23, 2026 in Washington, D.C.Key Takeaway: Leaders need to address burnout before it destroys them. Your people need you healthy more than they need you heroic.Resources & Links:Carey Nieuwhof's Leadership PodcastLifeWay ResearchCrossroads ChurchDisability and The Church ConferenceConnect with Us:Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated on church leadership trendsListen to the Healthy Church Staff Podcast