Craig Groeschel

Mentioned in 11 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows

Senior pastor of Life.Church and host of the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast who is widely discussed for his candid personal journey with mental health struggles, burnout, and recovery. A bestselling author and leadership expert with 30+ years of organizational experience, he shares practical frameworks and lessons learned through his podcasts and message series. Podcasts feature him discussing mental health healing, leadership development, and personal vulnerability in addressing occupational burnout.

Appears On

Life.Church with Craig Groeschel I've Had It Becoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast Lakepointe Church with Josh Howerton

Episode Appearances

Life.Church with Craig Groeschel · Apr 12, 2026

What to Do When God Feels Silent | Jesus Always: Part 2

“Host and primary speaker sharing personal experiences of family crises and theological teaching on faith during suffering”

Faith during suffering and unanswered prayerGod's presence in crisis situationsBiblical theophany and Old Testament Christology

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I've Had It · Mar 10, 2026

Camels, Cults and Candace

“Life Church pastor criticized for narcissism, Botox use, and telecast-only preaching model across 20+ satellite locations”

Self-service kiosk upselling tactics and consumer manipulationTravel packing anxiety and overpacking psychologyMegachurch exploitation and prosperity gospel business models

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Life.Church with Craig Groeschel · Mar 1, 2026

What’s Holding Your Mind Back | Heal Your Hurting Mind: Part 3

“Host and primary speaker; shared personal experience with severe occupational burnout and recovery journey using behavioral interventions”

Mental health and spiritual healing integrationOccupational burnout and chronic stress managementIdentity formation and diagnostic labeling

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Becoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda · Feb 23, 2026

Episode 360: Heal Your Hurting Mind (feat. Craig Groeschel)

“Megachurch pastor and bestselling author discussing his mental health journey and new book on healing the mind”

Mental health and anxiety in faith communitiesNeuroplasticity and thought renewalBurnout in high-capacity leadership roles

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Life.Church with Craig Groeschel · Feb 22, 2026

God Will Heal Your Mind | Heal Your Hurting Mind: Part 2

“Senior pastor of Life.Church and speaker; shared personal mental health struggles and recovery journey”

Mental Health and Spiritual HealingProgressive vs. Instant Healing ModelsCommunity Support in Mental Health Recovery

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Life.Church with Craig Groeschel · Feb 15, 2026

Heal Your Hurting Mind | Heal Your Hurting Mind: Part 1

“Pastor and host sharing personal mental health crisis and introducing new message series and book on healing hurting minds”

Mental health stigma in churchesAnxiety and panic disordersDepression and burnout

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Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast · Feb 5, 2026

NBA Psychologist: The Secret to Thriving Under Pressure | Dr. Wayne Chappelle

“Podcast host and pastor who worked with Dr. Chappelle for 18 months to address burnout and exhaustion from leadership demands.”

Emotional Resilience and Stamina in LeadershipMental Health Continuum: Struggling vs. Surviving vs. ThrivingHolistic Leadership Development (Physical, Mental, Spiritual)

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Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast · Jan 15, 2026

5 Most Challenging Lessons I Learned in Leadership | 10-Year Anniversary Edition

“Host and primary speaker sharing personal leadership lessons learned over a decade of organizational leadership”

Leadership altitude and attention managementStrategic planning in volatile environmentsOrganizational delegation and trust-building

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Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast · Jan 1, 2026

5 Times I Was Wrong and What It Taught Me | 10-Year Anniversary Edition

“Host and primary speaker; reflects on 10 years of leadership podcast and personal leadership evolution over 30+ years”

Leadership Adaptability and Growth MindsetAdmitting Leadership Mistakes and Course CorrectionLeading by Purpose vs. Personal Preference

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Lakepointe Church with Josh Howerton · Dec 25, 2025

The Greatest Rescue Mission of All Time | Glad Tidings We Bring | Pastor Josh Howerton

“Pastor friend who pointed out tragic endings in popular love stories, providing theological framework for the sermon”

Incarnation of Jesus Christ and theological significanceVirgin birth doctrine and sin nature transmissionHypostatic union of divine and human natures

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Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast · Dec 4, 2025

Leaders Don't Wait Until January

“Host and primary speaker; leadership expert sharing personal experiences and frameworks for year-end evaluation and organizational growth.”

Year-end leadership evaluation frameworksSuccess factor analysis and root cause identificationFailure autopsy and organizational learning

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