In this episode of UpNext, host Tommy Lee sits down with Pastor Naeem Fazal to talk about his journey of planting a diverse, multiethnic church in Charlotte, North Carolina. Naeem opens up about the personal challenges he faced along the way, the heart behind his book Tomorrow Needs You, and how God brings purpose through pain.This powerful conversation touches on identity, perseverance, and the hope that even in our lowest moments, we are seen and loved by God. If you've ever felt stuck, broken, or unsure about your future, this one’s for you.

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www.naeemfazal.org#UpNextPodcast #NaeemFazal #TomorrowNeedsYou #ChristianLeadership #FaithJourney

In this inspiring episode of UpNext, Tommy Lee sits down with Meryl Herr to explore her journey from Birmingham to Athens, Georgia, and her experiences living and working across several cities. Meryl opens up about her career transitions, including her time at Fuller Seminary and the launch of her new consulting venture. They dive deep into the vital role mentoring plays in leadership development and share insights from research on flourishing leaders. Meryl also reveals the story behind her book, When Work Hurts, discussing how God’s presence sustains us through career setbacks, the healing power of sharing personal struggles, and how vulnerability builds stronger communities. Join us for a conversation about resilience, faith, and finding purpose amid challenges.

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https://merylherr.com

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In this episode of UpNext, Tommy chats with Nicholas Rowe and Sheila Wise Rowe to unpack the heart behind their book Healing Leadership Trauma. Together, they explore how personal wounds, cultural backgrounds, and unaddressed emotional pain can deeply impact how we lead. Drawing from their own experiences and cross-cultural insights, Nick and Sheila discuss why true leadership requires inner healing and how relationships play a central role in that journey. This episode challenges leaders to confront their past and embrace emotional wholeness in order to lead with authenticity, compassion, and strength.

For more information on our guests this week, please check out the links below:https://sheilawiserowe.com/about-me

https://www.gordonconwell.edu/faculty/current/nicholas-rowe/

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