CNLP 775 | When Church Members Break Your Heart and Your Trust: Sharon Hodde Miller on Resilience and Speaking Into the Culture

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