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EPISODE · Jan 19, 2026 · 38 MIN

Don’t Flinch: Navigating a New Season of Change at Cross Church (Part 2)

from The RISE Leadership Podcast · host Cross Church, Northwest Arkansas

In Part 2 of our Don’t Flinch conversation, Dr. Jeremy Dixon and co-host Phil McMichael sit down again with Cross Church Senior Pastor, Dr. Nick Floyd, for a candid and behind-the-scenes look at how Cross Church is navigating one of the most significant seasons of change in its 150+ year history.Dr. Floyd shares the story of Cross Church’s long legacy of faithful leadership, the evolution into a multi-campus church, and what’s driving the launch of new campuses across Northwest Arkansas. You’ll also hear practical insight into how Cross Church is adjusting its teaching model to scale for future growth, why unified vision matters more than ever, and how leadership development accelerates in seasons of expansion. Whether you’re leading in ministry, business, or any growing organization, this episode will challenge you to stay steady, courageous, and mission-focused when change comes.In this episode, you’ll learn:·      Why healthy organizations must embrace change instead of resisting it·      How Cross Church has navigated pastoral transitions and multi-campus growth·      The tension between personal preference and organizational mission·      Why leadership clarity and consistent vision are essential in seasons of expansion·      How change creates new opportunities for leadership development and ownership·      What it really means to “not flinch” when the pressure increasesIf you’re leading through change, growth, or uncertainty, this episode will equip and encourage you to lead with confidence, humility, and faith.Send us Fan Mail

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In Part 2 of our Don’t Flinch conversation, Dr. Jeremy Dixon and co-host Phil McMichael sit down again with Cross Church Senior Pastor, Dr. Nick Floyd, for a candid and behind-the-scenes look at how Cross Church is navigating one of the most significant seasons of change in its 150+ year history. Dr. Floyd shares the story of Cross Church’s long legacy of faithful leadership, the evolution into a multi-campus church, and what’s driving the launch of new campuses across Northwest Arkansas.&nbs...

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