Best Eric Himelick Podcasts (2025)

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Milestones and Moving Forward (GNG EPISODE 110) 13:53

7d ago13:53

13:53

Sharing from my family's experiences and recent activities, I reflect on the need to adjust as we move forward. Speaking of adjustment, we are "pressing pause" on Gleaning and Gathering for a season. We hope to be back in time, but for now, I am not able to give it the time and attention that it deserves. Thanks for listening!…

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Moving Towards Transformative ACTION (GNG #109) 20:11

1M ago20:11

20:11

How intentional and focused are you in the use of your time? Could you use help or improvement? HFM Coaching is helping leaders from all backgrounds to distill their dreams into DAILY ACTIONS and helping them to move towards transformative ACTION. himelickfamilyconsulting.com - Sign up for our group coaching. - Attend a FREE workshop. - Move toward…

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Deliverance: A Palm Sunday Message (GNG EPISODE 108) 33:38

2M ago33:38

33:38

This is a message that I shared with The Gathering at Victory Acres, and I wanted to share it with you as well.

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Prepared For The Storms (GNG Episode 107) 20:09

2M ago20:09

20:09

Living prepared for the inevitable storms of life is the lesson that I am gleaning this week. Sharing some stories from my own experience and some principles from Scripture.

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Three Genuine Connections Every Leader Needs (GNG 106) 18:05

2M ago18:05

18:05

In this episode I share about our time as a family at Serenity Cabin in Galax, Virginia. We are deeply grateful! I also share about the need for connection. In a world awash in content, many are lacking genuine connection. What about you? Who is your Paul, your Barnabas, and your Timothy?

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Leadership Habits to Avoid (GNG EPISODE 105) 15:22

3M ago15:22

15:22

Avoid the habit of doing too much by taking these four steps: Evaluate, Eliminate, Delegate, and Automate Do you have a habit of avoiding conflict? Practice Matthew 18. Avoiding conflict will rarely make a bad situation better.

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Cultivating the Cardinal Virtues (GNG EPISODE 104) 15:47

3M ago15:47

15:47

Virtues are specific habits of excellence, and the four Cardinal Virtues are: 1 - Temperance 2 - Courage 3 - Justice, and 4 - Prudence There are many "sub-disciplines" of these virtues that will make our lives better. You can listen to the Double Win Podcast for more.

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Three Essential Leadership Lessons (GNG EPISODE 103) 17:36

3M ago17:36

17:36

Here are three essential leadership lessons that I gleaned this week: Lesson 1 came from Jesse DeYoung Organizational doubt is real, and if we are going to lead effectively, we have to address it. Lesson 2: Your mess is your message. Great quote: "John doesn't have a drinking problem; he has a drinking SOLUTION." People are looking for "The Fix" in…

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What is Organizational Culture and Why It Matters (GNG EPISODE 102) 23:44

4M ago23:44

23:44

Thanks to Sean Morgan and "Leaders in Living Rooms" for the wisdom gleaned this past week. In this episode entitled "Need a Sabbatical? You're doing it wrong," he shared some points that were super helpful to me. I gleaned a lot from another podcast by Carey Nieuwhoff and Jenni Catron entitled, "How to Tell whether your culture is healthy" It was r…

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What Kind of Conversation are We Having? (GNG EPISODE 101) 19:30

4M ago19:30

19:30

Coaching can challenge our thinking. "The problem with success is that you rise to a level that people stop challenging your thinking." - Charles Duhigg (author of How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection.) In this episode, I talk coaching, conversations, and self-awareness as leaders. (Yes, it's just me rambling again.)…

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100 - A Father-Daughter Review of The Top 10 GNG Episodes 23:18

4M ago23:18

23:18

For the 100th episode, Kaylynn is back! We review the top 10 episodes from the first 100 published. A good time was had by all.

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Our South African Adventure: A Report (GNG EPISODE 99) 21:51

4M ago21:51

21:51

Here is a report on the time that Samuel and I spent recently in South Africa and Lesotho. It was an adventure, and we are grateful for the opportunity that we had to travel and to share. Here are some highlights and lessons...

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Missionary Voices: Interviews from Africa (GNG EPISODE 98) 10:28

5M ago10:28

10:28

While in South Africa, we had the opportunity to interview missionaries Matt Smith and Ben Peters. While my equipment malfunctioned on the interview with Ben and I only captured the first question, I wanted to share it with you. These are great young leaders, and it was a honor to serve with them.

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Lessons From South Africa (GNG EPISODE 97) 21:05

5M ago21:05

21:05

Sam and I share from South Africa about our trip and the lessons God is teaching us along the way.

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Love Does - A Gathering Message (GNG EPISODE 96) 30:11

5M ago30:11

30:11

This is a message that I delivered to The Gathering at Victory Acres in 2022 and I'm sharing again today on this last Sunday of Advent 2024. I hope that it will be a blessing to you.

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These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things (GNG EPISODE 95) 20:29

5M ago20:29

20:29

I wanted to share some things that help make my days more happy and productive. I know that for some this might be a TMI episode, but since this podcast is really just me talking about whatever I jolly-well please, here you go. Here are links: - Uni-ball Vision Elite Pen - Energy Body Cream - Motivate Essential Oil - Chamomile Tea: - Full Focus Pla…

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Humility and Curiosity: Asking Questions and Inviting Feedback (GNG EPISODE 94) 19:28

6M ago19:28

19:28

"Curious people are rarely cynical, and cynical people are very rarely curious." - Carey Nieuwhof While one are you? Are you actively inviting other trusted people to take the "red pen" to your life? Are you interested or interesting? As a leader, humility and curiosity are essential. Are you a leader who is growing in relationship and building tru…

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Becoming A Shalom-Maker: Seeking the Peace of God for a Hurting World (GNG EPISODE 93) 22:58

6M ago22:58

22:58

Sharing from some of my experiences in third-world contexts and statistics from A Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns, I make the case for seeking the Shalom of God for the world in which we live. We cannot dismiss it, and to whom much is given, much is required. May God help us to seek the peace of the places where He has led us.…

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The Once and Future Church (GNG EPISODE 92) 42:24

6M ago42:24

42:24

Here are some thoughts on the future of the church and what it will include. While these are trends that I am seeing, I hope that it will provide encouragement to that "Dollar General" pastor who is currently trying to evaluate next steps. Sure, you may be a car mechanic, but God may be calling you to lead a local group of believer as a pastor-shep…

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Saying A Holy No (GNG EPISODE 91) 34:40

6M ago34:40

34:40

This episode of Gleaning is a message that I shared with 500+ men in Seymour, IN in mid-September at Men Arise. Sharing on the edge of this lake in a huge amphitheater at dawn is an experience I hope I'll never forget. If you'd like a copy of the handout that includes source material and references, please message us at: [email protected]…

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Celebrating Well With The Band Of The Happy Few (GNG EPISODE 90) 22:28

6M ago22:28

22:28

All of my celebrating these past few days has caused me to glean and reflect on what makes for a good celebration. An important element are the PEOPLE with whom we are celebrating. Who's in your "band of the happy few?" There are some questions for you to reflect on from one of my favorite authors, Gordon MacDonald (A Resilient Life.)…

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The Joy of Beginning (GNG EPISODE 89) 38:00

7M ago38:00

38:00

My reflections on starting Victory Inner-city Ministries along with thoughts from The Founders Evolution by Scott Ritzheimer. Not everyone is an entrepreneur, but there are problems to be solved that will require new structures. You might be one of the people to do that!

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Why Systems Matter (GNG EPISODE 88) 21:10

7M ago21:10

21:10

When you're young it may seem like passion is enough to power through, but through the years, I have learned the importance of systems. In this episode I share what I am working on with regards to group coaching and Two Months Towards Transformative Action - our program to help leaders start the new year with a new system. I'm super excited about i…

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Conversations with Calvary Life Fellowship (GNG EPISODE 87) 46:15

7M ago46:15

46:15

I am grateful for the influence of Wayne Ostrander and David Odell. They have spent over 60 years with Calvary Life Fellowship currently located in Kasilof, AK. At a recent Prayer Convocation at Fellowship Farm, I caught up with them. In this episode, they share some of the stories and history from their time in ministry and being led by God's Spir…

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Designing Our Days (GNG EPISODE 86) 25:46

7M ago25:46

25:46

Are you living with purpose, or do you feel like your life is happening to you? Here are some thoughts on designing our days.

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Memories of Mode - Why You Need A Place Like This in Your Life - GNG EPISODE 85 35:17

7M ago35:17

35:17

These are a few more of the conversations that I had with my friends from Mode Camp, reflecting on their collective memories of this place and the people that have shaped it.

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Living and Leading with a Full and Grateful Heart (GNG EPISODE 84) 19:40

8M ago19:40

19:40

Are you leading with "everything in the showroom window and nothing in the stockroom?" Maybe it's time to do something about that. We are offering a FREE Schedule Optimization Workshop - October 15 @ 7:00am ET October 22 @ 7:00am ET October 29 @ 7:00am ET. For a limited time, you can sign up at himelickfamilyconsulting.com and receive a resource th…

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How Victory Acres Began And What It Is Becoming (GNG EPISODE 83) 15:02

8M ago15:02

15:02

It all began with a prayer retreat in October 2005. God has done a lot in these past 19 years, and we believe that He has great things in store for the days ahead. Do you need a place to reflect and to reconnect with God? How long has it been since you took time to seek God in extended prayer? Maybe you need to think about a time of your own.…

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Priorities and Putting Your Project in a Box (GNG EPISODE 82) 18:33

8M ago18:33

18:33

"Work expands to the time allotted to it." Prioritizing and then defining a "box" for your project before you begin (and become emotionally involved) is important to maintaining balance in life. This is something that I have been gleaning, especially lately. This is a good, old-fashioned episode of me behind the microphone blathering away. If you'r…

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Shaping the Soul of Your Family (GNG EPISODE 81) 16:57

9M ago16:57

16:57

Mode Camp has been a place that has shaped our family over the past decade. What are the places and people that are shaping the soul of your family? Are you being intentional about the influences that will form your children's philosophy and worldview? It matters more than you may think, and it all goes by very fast. I challenge you to think about …

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75 Years of Intentionality: Conversations from Mode Camp (GNG EPISODE 80) 15:54

9M ago15:54

15:54

Our time as a family at Mode Camp is one of the highlights of our year as a family over the past nine years. Ten days in late July and early August to slow down, to hear from God, and to spend time with dear friends has been deeply enriching to us. Here are a few conversations from our time together this past month...…

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Martin Barnard: The Value of Enduring Friendships (GNG EPISODE 79) 21:48

10M ago21:48

21:48

This conversation with my friend, Martin Barnard, on the value of enduring friendship was such a joy to prep and record. NOTE: It was recorded in a narrow window of time over zoom, which explains why things are seemingly cut short at the end. However, it is a window into our busy worlds and our friendship. As someone who has listened and given feed…

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Becoming an Emotionally Healthy Leader (GNG EPISODE 78) 18:34

11M ago18:34

18:34

I'm reading the book, The Emotionally Healthy Leader by Pete Scazzero right now, and I was also reflecting on a podcast episode that I listened to last week talking about some of the same topics. I want to be a leader who is giving my family and team "the gift of an emotionally healthy me." What about you? How are you showing up for your family and…

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Celebrating, Serving, and Making Memories in Alaska (GNG EPISODE 77) 32:30

11M ago32:30

32:30

Sharing the details of our trip to AK and life lessons that we have been gleaning along the trail. We celebrated our 25th anniversary with an ice cream cone and a boatload of hard work. While it may not have been most people's idea of a great time, it was perfect for our family, and we are thankful for the opportunity. If you'd like to learn more a…

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Beautiful, In His Time (GNG EPISODE 76) 17:00

12M ago17:00

17:00

Some reflections from Ecclesiastes 3 on life and living one day at a time.

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Jarod Hinton on a Battle Plan for Engaging Culture as Christians 33:29

1y ago33:29

33:29

There are no friends like old friends. Jarod and I played on a soccer team together in high school (almost 30 years ago.) It was a joy to reconnect with him recently. He husband, father, and bi-vocational pastor living in Toomsboro, GA. He has written a book called ⁠Battle Plan⁠ (available on Kindle.) I encourage you to check it out. (For Duncan an…

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David Spivey on Godly Manhood and Men Arise (GNG EPISODE 74) 15:43

1y ago15:43

15:43

On this episode of GNG, another great conversation from my time in TN. This time I discuss Godly manhood and the ministry of Men Arise with David Spivey. https://godlymanhoodtoday.com/

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Tim Cooley: Change and Spiritual Transformation (GNG EPISODE 73) 18:33

1y ago18:33

18:33

"We don't really change people by shouting at them, not even by shouting loudly." There was a lot to chew on in this short conversation, but this line of thinking was key. Early Methodism understood this, and they gave us a great example.

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Darrell Stetler II on Making Disciples and Discipleship in the Home (GNG EPISODE 72) 14:31

1y ago14:31

14:31

How can we pass along our faith to our children? How can we make disciples who then make disciples? I enjoyed a great conversation (both on and off mic) with my friend, Darrell Stetler II from Oklahoma City at the recent Interchurch Holiness Convention in Gatlinburg, TN. I encourage you to listen and to check out his material! https://www.disciples…

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Doing Life Together As a Family (GNG EPISODE 71) 31:06

1y ago31:06

31:06

Through the years, we have done our best to "do life together" as a family. Kaylynn gives us her perspective on what that looked like. I laughed. I cried. It moved me, Bob.

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RE-Planning: Moving forward in Spite of Setbacks (GNG EPISODE 70) 31:50

1y ago31:50

31:50

We've all been there. Your initial plan didn't work out the way that you hoped. What do you do? How do you keep moving forward? Here are a few thoughts and stories from my experience.

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IONA: Growing Communities of the Heart (GNG EPISODE 69) 17:30

1y ago17:30

17:30

In Waking the Dead, John Eldredge gives this picture of a community of the heart, "Living in community islike camping together… for a month, in the desert… without tents. All your stuff is scattered out there for everyone to see.” Growing communities like Columba did at Iona in A.D. 564 is not very glamourous; It is hard, messy work. But growing co…

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A Father-Daughter Discussion of Rootedness, Constancy, and Place (GNG EPISODE 68) 40:26

1y ago40:26

40:26

Kaylynn is back, and we are discussing this year's NDPx theme: Rootedness from Colossians 2:6-7. In an age of mobility, we must recover the virtue of "blooming where we are planted." Constancy is key to all the other virtues, and that happens in a place and with a people.

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Getting "Unstuck:" Perspective and Life Lessons for Leaders - GNG EPISODE 67 29:53

1y ago29:53

29:53

There are times in our lives as leaders that we don't feel like there is any pathway forward. We feel stuck. The good news is that you can get "unstuck." This episode offers some perspective and life lessons for leaders who are in the battle. For more information, on NDP you can check out: victoryacres.org For more information on The Rooted Life Pl…

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Gleaning at Sunrise - GNG EPISODE 66 9:03

1+ y ago9:03

9:03

I've always wanted to record a podcast at the beach... at sunrise, and today I did. The audio is terrible, but the view was spectacular.

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A Father-Son Conversation On Longing for the Light: EPISODE 65 24:16

1+ y ago24:16

24:16

A report on "Longing for the Light," the all-night, inter-church prayer movement that happened on February 16 in 33 different locations around the U.S. (and Internationally.) For more details look at: longingforthelight.org

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Leadership Lessons From the Lewis and Clark - (GNG EPISODE 64) 26:39

1+ y ago26:39

26:39

Leading "off the map" starts by people being able to trust us "on the map." Are we the kind of resilient leader that people can trust and how can we become a person that is trustworthy? In this episode, I dig into some of the challenges that I'm facing personally and offer some thoughts on leading in crisis and change.…

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EPISODE 63: A Seat At The Table - George Muller, Lessons Learned, and Ministry WITH Youth 21:02

1+ y ago21:02

21:02

More lessons from the life of George Muller, (particularly when God doesn't answer prayer the way we wish He would.) Asking good questions like, "What is happening? What does it mean? And what is God inviting us into?" More talk about NDP and how we need to develop ministry with and by young people, not just ministry FOR young people.…

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EPISODE 62: George Muller and Christian Ministry Fundraising Philosophy 44:41

1+ y ago44:41

44:41

I have been reading form The Work of Faith through George Muller edited by Abbie Morrow (originally published in 1899 by The Office of the Revivalist, Cincinnati, OH, Martin Wells Knapp; reprinted in 2005 by Alleghany Publications, Salem OH.) Fascinating read and lots of good stuff gleaned. Today, Kaylynn and I discuss fundraising philosophy in lig…

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EPISODE 61: A Beautiful Farm; The Value of Sticking with A People and A Place 50:12

1+ y ago50:12

50:12

Kaylynn and I start a wide-ranging conversation that includes an article from Front Porch Republic entitled "A Beautiful Farm." From there we discuss the USDA agricultural policies of the 1970's that have led to our current situation. We discuss the value of "sticking with" a place and a people, and we end up talking about Abraham and faithfulness.…

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