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In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris Hodges interviews David Ashcraft, former senior pastor of LCBC Church and President of the Global Leadership Network, about leadership, longevity, and the personal cost of leading well.  David shares lessons from decades of ministry, scaling a multi-site church, navigating conflict, and transitioning leadership successfully. A powerful episode for pastors and leaders who want to stay focused, build healthy culture, and lead with resilience over the long haul.   Episode Resources: Global Leadership Network: https://www.globalleadership.org/ LCBC Church: https://www.lcbcchurch.com/ The Advantage: https://www.theadvantage.org/   All Things GrowLeader: Register for GrowLeader Conference 2026: https://www.growleader.com/conference Join Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring Access FREE church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive Watch more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCNQpi3YxaOeQAIdSpbeVw   Follow along on Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader

Dr. John Ashcraft from University of Kansas Health System talks increased rates of colorectal cancer in young adults HR 2 full 2638 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:02:57 +0000 m8ioNBtLBQ5TLegDYDPfkpE09mklxJ7I news MIDDAY with JAYME & WIER news Dr. John Ashcraft from University of Kansas Health System talks increased rates of colorectal cancer in young adults HR 2 From local news & politics, to what's trending, sports & personal stories...MIDDAY with JAYME & WIER will get you through the middle of your day! © 2025 Audacy, Inc. News False

When the word, "innovation" gets mentioned, there tends to be two broad reactions: some people love pioneering and creating new things. However, a lot of people immediately think, "I am not creative; innovation is something that comes easily to other people and not me." If you find yourself in that latter group, today's interview with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft will hopefully dispel those thoughts and show how innovation doesn't mean creating something out of nothing. If you're ready to discover how to give yourself space for innovation, give this episode a listen.

We love results, but we don't always love what's required to achieve them—and that's where devotion comes in. Devotion is more than a feeling; it's a way of life in which we bring our whole selves to God and to others. It's a commitment that quietly organizes our attention, affection, and activity over time. To be devoted is to be all-in, not just in a moment of passion, but consistently, through every season. The gospel isn't just an idea we believe—it's an embodied faith, a reality we experience through the way we actually live. At its heart, devotion comes down to this: let love be sincere. When we're truly devoted, we hold on to hope and offer ourselves freely. But when we're merely drawn along by circumstances, we feel our agency slipping away as hope is undermined. Here's the beautiful truth: we bear God's image in this world, and through our devoted lives, we bring the influence of God's love to the world around us. Your personal formation matters—who we become as individuals shapes who we become as a church.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley analyze reports that the club discussed a trade with the New York Mets involving key pitching assets Braxton Ashcraft and Bubba Chander. How seriously should fans take the reported talks? Would dealing these young arms be a smart move for GM Ben Cherington, given his pitching depth surrounding names like Paul Skenes and Mitch Keller? Or would it weaken the only obvious strength of the team? And how would possible trade targets like Brett Baty and Mark Vientos look in this Pirates lineup alongside names like Oneil Cruz, Bryan Reynolds, Ryan O'Hearn and Brandon Lowe? Could they make the Pirates a legitimate threat offensively? Our duo tackles those topics; the chances Eugenio Suarez could still join the team via MLB free agency; and low win total projections for manager Don Kelly's 2026 roster. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

God isn't interested in helping you become a more organized version of your fragmented self—He's inviting you into wholeness. Through forgiveness, He's done more than erase your past; He's reconciled you to the relationship you were always meant to have with Him. This isn't about perfecting all the scattered pieces of your life; it's about allowing those pieces to be made whole by His love. And here's the beautiful part: you don't need faith for every moment from now on—just trust sufficient for right now, enough to take one step. Guard your heart, renew your mind, offer your body, and discover that wholeness isn't a destination you strive toward but a reality you live from, empowered by the God who began a good work in you and promises to complete it.

Hey its 2026 and the new EDT racing series is right around the corner. Daniel, Mitch, and Landon are joined by CEWOofOhio and Dragon Race Fuels owner Eric Ashcraft. Hear about hunting, mountain biking, and maybe some new things coming for EDT Racing Channel for 2026.  ATM Chief Motorsports Graphics Cross Training section features "The Little Things" - Get started in prayer , get started reading God's word, BIG THINGS TO FOLLOW

At the heart of everything is this beautiful truth: we're shaped by the relationships we trust most. The identity we carry—who we believe we are deep down—affects every choice we make and every room we walk into. When our core relationship is rooted in God's unwavering love, we discover a kind of freedom that changes everything. We're no longer hustling to prove ourselves or running from our fears. Instead, we're held by someone who knows us completely and loves us anyway. This isn't about following more rules or trying harder; it's about being formed by love itself. God's care provides safety. His commitment brings security. His faithfulness opens up freedom. And here's the remarkable part: because of what Jesus has done, sin doesn't get the final word anymore. We've been brought from death to life, which means we get to live differently—not perfectly, but purposefully. We get to offer every part of who we are to God, trusting that His grace is big enough to cover our mess and powerful enough to make us whole. This is what it means to be fully known and truly loved.

The Composite Two-Star Recruits is back to discuss the addition of transfer TE Tucker Ashcraft, the DC search and the first commit 2027 in four-star Mater Dei DB Aaryn Washington. TIME STAMPS (00:00): We Back  (08:15): Overlooking Portal Class (53:15): TE Tucker Ashcraft Commits Real Time  (01:27:12): Distribution Chart Updated  (01:48:39): Navy All-American Bowl Game; Aaryn Washington Commits  (02:26:49): Coordinator Corner  (02:47:11): Listener Questions   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The USC Trojans added to their roster last night by signing former Wisconsin tight end Tucker Ashcraft. Ashcraft will come in as the most seasoned tight end on the roster and one who will be tasked with operating as essentially an extra tackle in the run game. Let's talk about how he fits within this Lincoln Riley offense. Tune in and make sure to like and subscribe to the USC LAFB YouTube Channel! Use promo code USCLAFB on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://Sleeper.com/promo/USCLAFB. Terms and conditions apply. #Sleeper Become an LAFB Lifer and get special perks by joining our Exclusive USC Trojans Community: https://www.lafbnetwork.com/plans/join/ Become a member today and help support the USC LAFB Team while also supporting Youth Sports Initiatives in the Los Angeles area! Become a member here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3-rN0vKVT_XZVs-m6LXaw/join Join our USC Trojans Message Board: https://www.lafbnetwork.com/forums/forum/usc-trojans/ Check out our USC Trojans LAFB Merch: https://lafbnetwork.myshopify.com/ Listen to our USC Football Trojans Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/usc-lafb-a-usc-trojans-show/id1602005638 Go to www.LAFBNetwork.com for FREE full access to all of our podcasts and join the community! Twitter: @LAFBNetwork | @RyanDyrudLAFB | @LAFBJamz | @Coach_Rowe2 | @Tim_Prangley Lincoln Riley is the USC Trojans Football Head Coach for the 2025 College Football Season. The Trojans look to capitalize on an offseason full of momentum and improve their Big Ten play for 2025. Tune in for up-to-date USC Trojans news, opinion, and recruiting intel. Plus, film review, game previews and breakdowns, and our weekly LIVE LAFB Conquest Call-In Show every Wednesday evening! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Kirby and Mike Hart break down the Cincinnati Reds' eight contract agreements to avoid arbitration, including deals for Gavin Lux, Spencer Steer, Will Benson, Nick Lodolo, Tony Santillan, Matt McLain, Brady Singer, and TJ Friedl. They also dive into the two players likely headed for arbitration — Tyler Stephenson and Graham Ashcraft — and what those cases could mean for the Reds moving forward. Plus, the guys discuss the possibility of trading Brady Singer and tackle other key Reds roster questions.   Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their End of Season Sale. And use promo code CHATTERBOX at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Thanks to Omaha Steaks for sponsoring us!   Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lb7ScEinjwM      OTHER CHATTERBOX PROGRAMING:   Chatterbox Bengals: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chatterbox-bengals-a-cincinnati-bengals-nfl-podcast/id1652732141  Chatterbox Bearcats: https://chatterboxbearcats.podbean.com/  The Stone Shields Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/west-4th-and-long/id1828384424  Off The Bench: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-bench-by-chatterbox-sports/id1643010062  The Flyin Lion (FC Cincinnati): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flyin-lion-fc-cincinnati-podcast/id1701368522  513 Golf: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjPJjEFaBD7VUSfdVvGjbr1_CmCepLWpr    DSC Commodities: https://deepsouthcommodities.com/  CALL OR TEXT 988 FOR HELP DAY OR NIGHT: https://mantherapy.org    

We exhaust ourselves chasing perfection and approval, often settling for counterfeit fulfillment when life doesn't deliver on our terms. We cling to familiar misery instead of uncertain hope, withholding the very parts of ourselves that need to be known and building fortresses when we actually need trust. But here's the truth: our security isn't found in what we produce—it's rooted in relational stability and experiencing God's trustworthiness. He's already at work filling those broken places, restoring what's been fractured, and inviting us to stop performing and start trusting. The life you actually want is on the other side of being fully known and fully loved.

Today's episode is all about purpose and calling. As a leader who is rolling into a new year, you might be thinking about what's next. This conversation with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft will encourage you with the unique ways you've been called to lead and center you by reminding you what it's all about.

We've all felt it—that sense of being pulled in a dozen different directions, trying to keep all the pieces of our lives from falling apart. We treat faith like just another item on our already overloaded to-do list, squeezing it in between work deadlines and family obligations. But here's the truth: we weren't meant to live this way. We're not called to juggle fragments or master some impossible balancing act. Instead, we're invited into something far better—a life that's centered, whole, and fully alive. When we stop trying to manage our scattered pieces and instead allow our relationship with God to become the organizing force of everything we do, something remarkable happens. The chaos settles. The striving eases. We discover that wholeness isn't about doing more or being perfect; it's about knowing who we are and whose we are. That single truth has the power to reorder everything, bringing the kind of peace and purpose our souls have been longing for all along.

Former LCBC Senior Pastor David Ashcraft talks about the small church dysfunction he encountered when he arrived at LCBC when it was just a small church. Plus, he discusses how it scaled into a mega-church of 22,000, succession, and how he repositioned the Global Leadership Summit for the future.

We all know that restless feeling—the sense that no matter how much we achieve, something still feels incomplete. That's because our desires aren't just big; they're infinite. Faith invites us into something more, a way of seeing beyond our usual perspective. When we encounter Christ's infinite worth and beauty, something shifts inside us. The things we once thought would complete us—our achievements, our security, our significance—suddenly look different in His light. They're just not enough. But God doesn't just fix what's broken; He makes something entirely new. Through His Spirit, our desires themselves are reshaped and redeemed, awakened to want what we were actually created for. In beholding His glory, we finally find the satisfaction we've been searching for all along.

In a world that moves too fast and prizes what's polished over what's real, God quietly works in the margins—not to discard our broken pieces, but to redeem them. Advent invites us to slow down, to still our restless hearts, and to see what we might otherwise miss: that the Messiah arrives not in power but in vulnerability, not for the expected but for the overlooked, not to fix everything instantly but to fill it with His presence. The good news is this—our brokenness has purpose, our waiting has meaning, and in the tender, unhurried hands of Jesus, even the most fractured parts of our lives can become instruments of hope. We only need to learn to behold: to see with wonder, to trust in the unnoticed work of God, and to believe that His entering into our humanity becomes the very hope for our own restoration.

God's ways rarely make sense to us because we've been shaped by a world that values prominence, power, and self-protection. We don't naturally see that our own understanding—the very thing that feels safest and most logical—can actually work against what God wants to do in and through us. Jesus came into the world in the most unexpected way, revealing a different path that doesn't depend on worldly success and doesn't avoid suffering. This confronts everything we think we know about how life should work. The invitation is clear but costly: acknowledge what you think you understand, then surrender it. Not because God wants to take things from you, but because He wants to lead you into something better—a way that looks like weakness but leads to life, a favor that always includes His presence.

The end of the year is a natural time to look back and take stock on what we've done and how far we've come. In honor of that, GLN VP of Marketing and Communication Whitney Putnam sat down with President and CEO David Ashcraft to get his thoughts on reflection and celebration.  

We all know what it's like to want something deeply—and to hold back because we've been disappointed before. We hedge our bets, lower our expectations, and settle for comfort instead of truly living. But God didn't stay distant. In Jesus, God's love became flesh and blood—something we could see, touch, and experience. He meets us in our disappointment and hesitation, showing us what real love actually looks like. As we spend time with Jesus, something shifts. The life He offers isn't just another promise that might fall through—it's the life our hearts have been aching for all along. You don't have to keep protecting yourself from hope. The Light has come, and He's not going anywhere.

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Communion connects us together around the beautiful truth that God has reconciled us to himself through forgiveness, and in doing so, he has invited us into his ongoing work of reconciliation in the world. As the Father sent Jesus, so Jesus sends us—filled with the Holy Spirit and empowered to carry the message that separation is over and communion has begun. This is what it means to be the church: we are called out of our private lives into a common life marked by self-sacrificing love and radical cooperation, living as ambassadors who bring people back together with God and one another. We remember not to feel guilty, but to be anchored in the promise that we belong to a reconciling God who is making all things new through us, his sent people.

The church is an outpost of God's Kingdom right here in the middle of our chaotic world. Jesus calls us out of isolated, private lives and into something shared and meaningful—a community that measures relationships not by efficiency or function, but by dignity, trust, and God's transforming love. Our task isn't to fix the world from the outside, but to live so differently that our lives become instruments of healing and reconciliation. As we read Scripture together and reshape our lives around what God desires, we discover real freedom: the freedom to challenge broken systems simply by living a different way, building our community on forgiveness, and letting God's Kingdom bring life to every broken place. This is what it means to be the church—local, personal, and radically different. You're invited into this beautiful community where our shared life reflects the kind of love that changes everything.

For too long, we've tried to squeeze God's Kingdom into the systems we already know, but the Church Jesus envisioned offers something radically different. While the world's systems exploit our divisions and brokenness, the ecclesia of Jesus rushes in to fill those fractured places with reconciliation and hope. This is a community that reaches across every barrier—age, culture, ethnicity, background, and social position—because each person carries equal and unsurpassable dignity and worth. We're not called to be against the world, but compassionate for it, becoming salt, light, yeast, and a pleasing fragrance that transforms everything we touch. This happens not through individual effort, but through radical cooperation—a willingness to work together for collective flourishing in ways that defy conventional wisdom and challenge the systems that keep us divided. The Gospel calls us out of private life and into shared life, because Christianity simply cannot be understood apart from community. The world we create together isn't just about what we do; it's the beautiful byproduct of who we are and who we're becoming. This vision is compelling enough to be worth the sacrifice it requires—a local, personal, embodied Church set loose to fill everything in every way.

When the topic of rest comes up, most of us fall into one of two camps. Some of us welcome the conversation and immediately begin to think about when we get to ease off the gas pedal and relax a little. Others, however, just as quickly start to experience frustration and maybe even anxiety. Maybe you struggle to unplug and take some time for yourself; maybe you're not even sure why rest is necessary. Wherever you are, this podcast is for you, and we invite you to listen in as GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft shares what he has learned about the importance of rest in a leader's life.

Your presence here matters more than you know. The Church isn't just a building or a Sunday gathering—it's the living Body of Christ, a community of people connected by something the world can't offer. We're learning to live under the rule of God's love, embracing His work of reconciliation and seeking His Kingdom together. This means getting local, getting personal, and practicing radical cooperation—choosing to work together for the flourishing of everyone, not just the survival of the fittest. God's Kingdom isn't about winners and losers; it's about renewing the dignity of what it means to be human. In a world that measures success by size and influence, we believe the church should be measured by its beauty—the beauty of lives transformed, relationships restored, and pockets of redemption created right where we are. And here's the wonderful truth: God is already at work in you, empowering you to participate in this beautiful, counter-cultural way of life.

Faithfulness isn't something we achieve overnight or check off a list—it's woven together through every ordinary moment we live. It grows not from our ambition to be better, but from our willingness to depend on God right now, in this instant, finding His grace sufficient for whatever we're facing. When we navigate life's chaos with this kind of moment-by-moment trust, leaning constantly on God's Spirit, something beautiful happens: our faith stops being just an idea and starts showing up in how we actually live. Love becomes the unmistakable sign that God is at work in us. Our choices begin to heal rather than harm, to bring hope rather than add to the brokenness around us. It starts simply—recognizing where we've been unfaithful, then taking small steps toward trust. And here's the remarkable thing: our faithfulness is really just an echo of God's faithfulness to us. What He's asking for isn't perfection, but persistence—a willingness to keep showing up, keep depending, keep choosing faith over fear, knowing that the roots of faithfulness grow deeper with time.

Living faithfully isn't about gritting your teeth and trying harder—it's about staying connected to the One who is already faithful to us. We often think that if we could just muster up more dedication, life would fall into place, but that's not how it works. True faithfulness isn't something we manufacture through sheer willpower; it's something that flows naturally when we learn to abide in God's presence, walking by the Spirit moment by moment. The narrow way Jesus talked about isn't narrow because it's filled with impossible rules—it's narrow because it's the path of faith, of believing and keeping on believing even when things get hard. When we're born into new life in Christ, we're given a completely new source for living, and it's from that connection that real fruit grows: love, joy, peace, and yes, faithfulness. So rather than stressing about whether you're faithful enough, focus on staying close to God today, right now, in this moment. As you do, you'll look back one day and realize that faithfulness wasn't something you forced—it was simply the natural result of a life rooted in Him. That's the victory of faith: not perfection, but connection.

There are few things more powerful than the culture of an organization. Culture has the power to enhance a leader's vision, or it can be a powerful roadblock. The good news is that leaders have a strong influence on organizational culture, and in this episode GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft shares what he has learned about why culture matters and a few ways that leaders can begin to establish, maintain or correct their own team cultures.

Faith isn't just something we have—it's something we do. It's the lens through which we see the world, shaped by what we trust most deeply. Real faith takes steps, even when the path ahead isn't fully visible. That's why we're called to walk by faith, not by sight, trusting that the Spirit guides us forward into new territory. Here's the beautiful truth: the faith that brought us this far won't be enough for where we're going next. Faith has to grow, deepen, and stretch us. We're given a vision of God's righteousness—a picture of how things should be—and this vision fills us with hope. But between the promise and its fulfillment lies the present moment, where our faith comes alive through love. This is where transformation happens. When we serve one another, choose humility over pride, and let love guide our actions, we're not just believing in the new creation—we're actually experiencing it. Faith expressed through love isn't a destination; it's the journey itself, and the Spirit walks every step with us.

In our continuing GBMC local health awareness and education series here at Baltimore Positive, we welcome Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Allison Ashcraft, who helps Nestor with ways to better assist his wife Jenn, who is a Type 1 diabetic, and to improve lifestyle for those at risk of the complications of the disease. The post Allison Ashcraft of GBMC helps educate Nestor on ways to assist diabetics and ways to improve lifestyle for those at risk of complications first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

In a world that often feels unpredictable and overwhelming, faithfulness becomes our anchor—simply faith lived out over time. It's not about having all the answers or feeling confident every day; sometimes all you have is faith, but that's actually all you need. Faith is the quiet trust that enables us to take the next step, even when we can't see the whole staircase. As we learn to live with this kind of steady trust, something beautiful happens: we discover that stability isn't about perfect circumstances, but about finding peace and security in what—or rather, who—we choose to trust. This journey of faithfulness teaches us that surrender isn't about promising to change overnight; it's about resting in God's presence and experiencing His promises right where we are, one moment at a time. When we embrace this rhythm of trust, we become people who show up in the world not adding to its chaos, but helping to heal it—living as lights of hope in whatever circumstances we face.

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True transformation begins with honest self-examination—wrestling with our motives and mining for perspective that reveals God's Kingdom as radically different from worldly systems we're tempted to align with. Rather than training ourselves to depend on political sides or cultural movements, we must cultivate dependence on Christ, developing the kind of character that makes love our instinctive response. This love cannot remain abstract or distant; it demands that we reject generalizations about people and instead pursue authentic, local relationships where redemption becomes tangible. Ultimately, every choice we make in how we show up—whether we operate from this transformed character or default to old patterns—either contributes to the world's healing or adds to its chaos. The path forward isn't found in taking sides, but in becoming the kind of people whose very presence brings hope into the tension and brokenness around us.

As critical as “vision” is, if a leader fails to execute on that vision—and helps others to do the same—nothing ever changes. In this episode of the Global Leadership Podcast, GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft shares his wisdom and experience regarding the importance of execution, along with some practical tips on how to keep teams engaged while in the mundane work of getting things done.  

Discipleship is really about two simple things: showing up and paying attention. When we participate with purpose and presence, we learn to trust, belong, and join God's work in the world. When we reflect on our experiences, we create space to see how love received becomes love expressed. Jesus modeled this perfectly—he took his disciples into real situations and then helped them process what they'd seen. In this rhythm of engaging and reflecting, we gradually become the kind of people for whom life with God feels less like work and more like a natural flow, where transformation happens not through striving but through grace.

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At its heart, discipleship is about learning to be friends with Jesus and letting Him teach us how to love well. It's not about having all the answers or getting everything right—it's about showing up with an open heart and curious mind. We practice preparing ourselves to meet with God, not by checking off spiritual to-do lists, but by simply getting ready to receive whatever He wants to give us. Instead of rushing to figure out what everything means or how to apply it immediately, we're learning to slow down, trust more, and let God's presence change us from the inside out. This kind of faith is less about performing and more about receiving, less about controlling and more about trusting.

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The Pirates and Cardinals wrapped up their 2025 season series, and Neil and Doug break it all down on tonight's Postgame Show Powered by Primanti's. The guys vent about the all-too-familiar script: Braxton Ashcraft shoved, but the bats disappeared and the bullpen collapsed late. They dig into Yohan Ramirez's disastrous outing, the shaky trust level with Colin Holderman, and the larger issue of bullpen construction under this front office. Offensively, the Bucs once again failed in big spots — going 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position and leaving eight men on base. Neil and Doug debate whether this team's situational hitting woes or the bullpen is the bigger problem, and how much blame falls on management versus the players. They also touch on the positives from Ashcraft's strong performance and where the Pirates go from here in the NL Central race. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

As we kick off Season 9 of the Global Leadership Podcast, Whitney Putnam sits down with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft to hear about some of his favorite moments from the 2025 Global Leadership Summit. David also shares wisdom regarding why it's so important for leaders to own their own leadership growth and development.  

Discipleship invites us into the beautiful reality of being both friend and follower of Jesus, where we discover ourselves being gently trained and empowered by Him to love more fully. This journey isn't about perfecting spiritual techniques or earning our way to being "good Christians" through disciplined practice. Instead, spiritual disciplines serve as pathways that orient our hearts toward the Spirit's work, creating space for authentic encounters with God rather than mere religious performance. The four meta-practices—Preparation, Reception, Participation, and Reflection—offer us a framework for understanding why and how we engage in spiritual formation. These practices work together to form us not into perfect performers, but into people who are increasingly available to God's transforming presence and equipped to train others in this same journey of love.

We're called to step beyond ourselves and engage with the world around us, carrying love and hope to others. At the heart of this calling is the journey of becoming a follower who is continually shaped by divine love and empowered to share it. Our lives are meant to be dwelling places for God's presence, bringing a unique kind of peace that transforms us from the inside out. This transformation happens best within authentic community—relationships where we truly know God and know one another. In these formative spaces, belonging isn't just about finding your place; it's about becoming who you were created to be through the natural work of love lived out together.

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pittsburgh Pirates pulled out a 3-2 win over the Cubs in Chicago behind Braxton Ashcraft's strong start and Jack Suwinski's clutch ninth-inning home run. Jim and Doug break down all the key moments — from Ashcraft's emergence, to Isaac Mattson's gritty escape, to Dennis Santana closing it out — plus plenty of banter about Jared Triolo, Henry Davis, and why beating the Cubs just feels so good. Like this video and subscribe for more Pirates talk after every game. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

Imagine thriving alongside others who share your journey with God—this is "life with God TOGETHER for the world." God's love flows through relationships, creating spaces where we give ourselves freely and discover our worth together. When we choose cooperation over competition, we see how our growth connects to everyone's flourishing. In community, belonging and becoming intersect: you find your place where trust builds, love flows, and transformation happens naturally. As the Body of Christ, we actively participate in God's work through every conversation and act of service. The encouraging truth? You don't figure this out alone—who you become is shaped by who we become together, discovering both the freedom of belonging and the joy of becoming who God created you to be.

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles examines what the club's starting rotation will look like next season. While the organization boasts notable arm talent, many pitchers also have an unfavorable injury history. With workload restrictions expected to be a big part of the equation, Hiles looks to see who can exactly be expected to take on a true season's worth of innings in 2026. Noah gives his thoughts on options including Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller, Mike Burrows, Bubba Chandler, Thomas Harrington, Hunter Barco, Carmen Mlodzinski, Braxton Ashcraft, Jared Jones and Johan Oviedo.

The Story of the Bible could be bookended by the simple phrase: "Take and eat!"—from the original temptation in the garden to the sweeping invitation as Jesus proclaims, "It is finished," on the cross. God's vision for His people has always centered around a table where humans gather and belong, sharing meals that serve as leveling spaces where we experience what we have in common. These moments of abundant provision also become declarations of dependence. At the communion table, we embody God's intention for His people to live as family, united by grace and common identity. This sacred meal becomes both our posture of belonging and an invitation for others to belong. Through communion, we confess what undermines our humanity—our tendency toward independence and indulgence—while professing what restores us: our dependence on God and trust in His grace.

The Pirates stay hot with a 3-1 win over the Giants, led by Bailey Falter's crafty start, Tommy Pham's continued tear, and three perfect innings from Braxton Ashcraft. Jim and Doug recap all the key moments, including Liover Peguero's big night, a hilariously bad Giants blunder, and why Ashcraft might deserve a shot in the rotation soon. Subscribe for more Pirates postgame breakdowns and daily trade deadline coverage! Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

Developing, casting, and protecting an organization's vision is one of the most critical functions of a leader. In this episode, GLN VP of Marketing Whitney Putnam asks President and CEO David Ashcraft to share what he's learned about vision from his decades of leading. As always, you'll find David's insights to be practical, concise, and very clear. We hope you enjoy these tips on how to effectively share vision with your team.