Passion + Purpose Podcast

There’s a battle happening in our minds: one that shapes how we see ourselves, our circumstances, and even God. In this conversation, moderated by Carey Nieuwhof, Louie Giglio, Jennie Allen, and Craig Groeschel come together to talk honestly about mental health, the lies we believe, and how faith changes the way we fight. Download the free reflections and takeaway guide here: https://share.hsforms.com/1r7u1sOZMSgKMcVTKf1kyFg4rhq6

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with his good friend and worship leader, Kristian Stanfill, who opens up about one of the most challenging seasons of his life and about his personal journey of healing through Jesus. Together, they get honest about what real accountability looks like, recovery in community, and the return of joy on the other side of it. This is a conversation about what it looks like to live victoriously from grace, and the joy that's waiting on the other side of letting go. If you've ever wondered if true healing is possible, this conversation is for you.

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with Carey Nieuwhof, author, podcaster, and one of the most trusted voices in church leadership, to unpack the cultural and spiritual shifts reshaping the Church today. Carey and Louie explore why Gen Z is hungry for something real and transformative, what the data says about who's actually showing up on Sundays, and how chasing success to the top can leave you empty-handed. From the state of marriage and relationships to the Church's greatest opportunity in a transactional world, this conversation is a call to lean into your calling with clarity, courage, and hope for the future.

What would happen if you stopped chasing success and started chasing significance? In this episode of the Passion + Purpose podcast, Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with Tim Tebow to explore what it truly means to live with passion and purpose beyond the game. Tim shares how a convicting encounter with a young boy in the Philippines changed the trajectory of his life, the danger of comfort, and why a life truly surrendered to Christ isn't just something you attend but something that transforms you from the inside out.

What happens when you stop chasing the things of this world and start chasing God above everything else? Joy gets deeper. Hope gets stronger. And your life becomes a witness to the world that you never expected. In this conversation, Louie Giglio and Annie F. Downs get honest about what it looks like to stop performing, start planting, and let a life of surrender point everyone around you to Jesus.

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with Scott Harrison, the founder of charity: water, to explore what it looks like to have your life radically transformed and surrendered to Jesus. Scott shares how a personal moment of reckoning became a global movement to bring clean water to every human being on the planet, the power of telling meaningful stories, what truly mobilizes people towards change, and how to invite people into deeper, more purposeful lives.

At Passion 2026, Louie Giglio speaks real hope to our cracked places, and reminds us that Jesus binds up the brokenhearted, delivers us from our tombs, and carries us forward through the power of the cross.

Louie Giglio and Cliffe Knechtle answer some of this generation's most pressing questions about faith at Passion 2026.

At Passion 2026, Christine Caine carries us through the story of Joseph to remind us that God doesn’t build lives in highlight reels, He builds them in seasons. As she invites us to live with integrity now, to trust God’s timing, and to release what’s holding us hostage, we discover a real and lasting faith for wherever we are headed next.

Nearly everyone at the cross tells Jesus the same thing: Save yourself. But the cross wasn’t a mistake, it was Jesus’ very mission. At Passion 2026, Jackie Hill Perry walks us through Luke 23 and invites us to stop striving to save ourselves and to trust the Man on the middle cross who already has.

Our culture celebrates quick fixes and conveniences, but when it comes to our faith, the power is in the process. At Passion 2026, Sadie Robertson Huff, Ben Stuart, and Jonathan Pokluda unpack the strength of sanctification, and encourage us to pursue Jesus as we journey to looking more and more like Him.

Your twenties don’t have to be a waiting room, they can be a runway for kingdom purpose. At Passion 2026, Jon Tyson unpacks the story of King Josiah in 2 Chronicles 34, and empowers a generation to open a window in history through a radical pursuit of God, ruthless repentance, and a wholehearted return to Scripture.

Louie Giglio introduces the talks from Passion 2026 on the Passion + Purpose Podcast inviting us all to leverage our lives for what truly matters—bringing glory to God. We prayed for Jesus to meet us here… on this field… during these days, and He did. We are so grateful for what He did in the lives of thousands of students at Passion 2026.

Many of us come to Jesus with real expectation, but little understanding of how deeply He wants to change us. At Passion 2026, Earl McClellan reminds us that Jesus doesn’t just forgive our sin, He baptizes us in refining fire, and graciously transforms us into people who burn from within without burning out.

In part two of this conversation, Pastor Louie and Shelley Giglio continue their discussion, diving into their journey of discovering their calling and how they work to create things that carry eternal significance. Shelley shares how she has discovered the intersection of faith and work, and how living with an eternal perspective shapes her daily decisions. Together, they reflect on what it means to walk in your God-given purpose with clarity, humility, and trust—even when the path forward feels uncertain.

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with his wife, Shelley Giglio, for a heartfelt conversation about what it means to walk through dark seasons together while leading both a ministry and a family. Together, they open up about the power of presence in marriage, how to support a spouse facing difficulty, and the importance of building a life anchored in the Word of God. Shelley shares the rhythms of Scripture reading that keep her grounded, her philosophy of work, and the eternal perspective that has shaped the way she lives, leads, and loves people well.

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with Levi Lusko to talk about mental health, healing from grief, and how to keep moving forward when life spirals out of control. In a conversation marked by honesty and hope, Levi shares the personal journey behind his latest book, Blessed Are the Spiraling, and how Jesus met him in the darkest place. Together, they explore how to live faithfully in the “after,” how to pursue purpose in the middle of pain, and what it really means to spiral toward Jesus.

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with author and speaker Hannah Brencher for a powerful conversation on passion, purpose, and the pursuit of healing your mental health. Together, they talk about Hannah’s journey with mental health, the distinction between mental illness and mental health, and the hope that comes with meeting God in the dark. Hannah shares how unplugging from her phone helped her reconnect with God and her deep conviction behind writing and creating for the glory of God. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that small steps matter, vulnerability is strength, and Jesus is near—even when healing feels far away.

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with Craig Groeschel to discuss winning the war in our minds and how to take back control of our thoughts through the power of God’s Word. In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Craig shares how he’s learned to replace lies with truth, renew his mindset, and fight anxiety and burnout as a leader. They explore how faith and mental health intersect, the importance of vulnerability in leadership, and how aligning our thoughts with God’s truth brings lasting peace. Whether you’re leading others or just trying to find your way forward, this conversation will remind you that healing begins when we agree with God and trust His Word over everything else.

Earl McClellan speaks about the Holy Spirit, pleading with us not to neglect the Spirit in our lives but to embrace Him so that we can live out the plans and purposes He has for us. We must not disregard this glorious gift that was given to us to help bring followers of Jesus together for His glory.

Jonathan Pokluda opens up Ephesians 6 to show us what it truly means to walk with the full armor of God on. In a world of counterfeits, these elements help us recognize if someone calling themselves a believer is marked by Christ in how they live their lives.

Louie Giglio introduces the talks from Passion 2025 on the Passion + Purpose Podcast, calling all of us to leverage our lives for what truly matters—bringing glory to God.

Join Ben Stuart as he explores what it means to come back to Jesus after falling short, even after committing your life to Him. Through the life of Peter, we see how Jesus responds to our failures with love and restoration.

If you're hiding from God, you're never going to reach the fullness of what He has for you. In this talk from Sadie Robertson Huff, she encourages those of us hiding from God to instead follow and obey Him, pushing against the impulse to run in the opposite direction and pursue ourselves.

As hopelessness, despair, and depression are on the rise, the need for hope is more desperate than ever. In this powerful talk, Jackie Hill Perry shifts the narrative that hope coincides with our circumstances, teaching that our hope instead completely hinges on the resurrection of Christ.

In this talk, join Levi Lusko as he unpacks the enormous truth found in one of the shortest parables Jesus ever told. He helps us see that the hidden treasure is never-ending and we will never come to the end of God beckoning us to go all in.

Jon Tyson challenges this generation with the most pivotal question in human existence, setting the course for the rest of your life: do you want God, or do you not want Him? He teaches us how to build a culture that wants God and identifies the cost and consequences of our choice to either follow God or reject Him.

Kicking off Passion 2025, Christine Caine emphasizes the importance of knowing our identity in Christ and being rooted in the Word of God. This generation is tempted to look to social media and compare ourselves to others, but Christine urges us to put on our noise-canceling headphones to drown out the voices around us so that we can more clearly hear the voice of God above all else.

Have you ever wondered why you exist and what all of this is for? Louie Giglio leads us on a journey through scripture and into outer space to answer those very questions.

What do you do when you don't sense the affirmation of God's presence? In this talk from Dr. Crawford Loritts, he challenges us to look beyond our feelings and walk moment by moment with Christ—providing seven sources that will fuel our love for Jesus and help us finish strong.

What does it look like to live at a sacred pace? How can we contend for a move of God in this generation? How do you discern your God-given calling in life? In this episode of the Passion + Purpose Podcast, Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with Pastor Jon Tyson to explore these questions and more. Jon shares his practical habits for maintaining a sacred pace, his passion for revival, and powerful insights on how God is moving in New York and across the world today.

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with Jen Wilkin to discuss how Christians can love God more by growing in their knowledge of His Word. They explore the importance of Bible literacy and practical ways to develop a consistent habit of reading Scripture. Jen shares what inspired her passion for inviting believers into a deep understanding and love of God’s Word, the heart behind her recent studies on Revelation, and the moment she felt clarity in her personal calling.

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with his friend, Pastor Jonathan Pokluda, for a powerful conversation on staying rooted in God’s Word, overcoming spiritual warfare, and contending for a move of God in this generation. They discuss everything from how God is moving in the next generation right now, to how we can keep a fresh love for Scripture and discover our personal God-given calling.. Jonathan also shares insights from his upcoming book on spiritual warfare, offering practical ways to push back against darkness in today’s culture. Pastor Louie’s new devotional Grace & Glory is available here: https://rb.gy/99goii

In this episode, Pastor Louie talks with Priscilla Shirer about the daily rhythms she practices to deepen her relationship with God and thrive in the roles He has entrusted to her. They explore the distinction between cultural Christianity and true discipleship, emphasizing the vital role discipleship plays in spiritual growth. Priscilla also shares her unique journey of discovering her purpose and the pivotal moments that sparked her passion for studying and teaching the Word of God. Check out Pastor Louie’s new 365-day devotional, Grace & Glory, here: https://rb.gy/ma07j7

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with his friend, Pastor Max Lucado, to talk about what it means to live out your passion and purpose in every sphere of your life. They discuss everything from the daily routines and rhythms that draw them closer to the Lord, to fighting anxiety, to overcoming church hurt, to the moment that they felt clarity in their personal calling. Pastor Louie’s new devotional Grace & Glory is available here: https://rb.gy/wjkreo

Pastor Louie and Shelley close out this season with a conversation with their good friends, Sadie and Christian Huff. Together, they talk about how to prepare for events like Passion 2024 with purity and humility, anticipating divine interruption, and the unexpected journey of discovering God’s purpose for their lives.

Pastor Louie Giglio is joined by three team members who lead the Passion movement: Shelley Giglio, Brad Jones, and Misty Paige. Together, they talk through what it takes to execute large events like Passion 2024 in Mercedes-Benz Stadium. They share about the necessary collision between excellence, faith, and provision. Giving God all the glory, the team reflects on and praises God for all the times that He has done the miraculous for and through the Passion Movement.

Pastor Louie Giglio sits down with his friend, Pastor Jonathan Pokluda, to reflect on how the weight of God’s glory fell on Passion 2024. They cover everything from the skepticism of Gen Z, to the search for Truth, to the pursuit of passion + purpose, and how Jesus offers a life of deep meaning and delight.

We need to say 'no deal' to the enemy because we've already said yes to the glorious savior, Jesus Christ, and we have given our hearts and lives over to him. Earl McClellan teaches us to avoid the shortcuts we may be tempted to take in life and instead fix our eyes on the Savior for the long haul, giving Him all of us. This talk is from Passion 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. — VERSES // Isaiah 36:1-8, Isaiah 36:14-17, Matthew 4:1-9

Levi Lusko recounts the loss of his daughter Lenya, encouraging those facing tremendous hardship to shift their focus to the wonders of heaven, the weight of glory, the Word of God, and the wounds and worth of Jesus. Our pain produces glory, and our heartbreak leads us to freedom for us and others around us. This talk is from Passion 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. — To read more about Levi Lusko's story, grab a copy of "Through the Eyes of a Lion" here: https://www.levilusko.com/through-the-eyes-of-a-lion VERSES // Romans 8, 2 Corinthians 4:17, 1 Peter 1:24-25

Sadie Robertson Huff addresses the desperate need for a generation to know the Word of God. After presenting the Scripture as one complete story, she reminds us that our hardship is evidence of His faithfulness, and the character of who He is in the Word exhibits how real He is. When we face trials, we can be comforted in the generations before us, proclaiming His name and trusting that He is greater than any circumstance we may face.This talk is from Passion 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. — VERSES // 2 Chronicles 34-35, 2 Kings 22:1-29

Do we have eyes to see what God is doing? Or are we missing it, focusing on all the distractions before us? In this talk, Christine Caine reminds us to stop amid the busyness to see how God has never stopped moving in our lives. We can remember what He has done and celebrate it through generations. This talk is from Passion 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. — VERSES // Isaiah 43:16-18, Exodus 14:21-22, Matthew 9:17

Amidst a world trying to earn righteousness, letting guilt and shame become the narrative, and attempting to control our futures, Louie Giglio invites us to shift our eyes to Christ. We can let the pressure fall at the foot of the cross, the only thing able to dwarf our obsession with the world and the only thing with the power to bring us from death to life. This talk is from Passion 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. — VERSES // Ephesians 2:1-6, John 19:28-37, 2 Corinthians 5:14, Galatians 2:20-21, Galatians 6:13-18

In this talk, Ben Stuart reminds us that sincerity precedes the supernatural. We must stop and ask ourselves if we have a deep desire and hunger to know the King or if we are just seeking the benefits of the kingdom. Do we actually know the Jesus that we claim to love? This talk is from Passion 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. — VERSES // Mark 13:1-23, John 12:24-26

Does the truth compromise your lifestyle? Jonathan Pokluda presses into the importance of believing the truth (God) that brings us life rather than accepting a lie that will cost us in the form of our death. This talk is from Passion 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. — VERSES // John 10:4, John 14, Colossians 1:16, John 8:32, Acts 4:10-12

“If you create space, holy space, God will fill it.” – Louie Giglio Pastor Louie sits down with Passion Music to discuss all the indescribable ways God moved at Passion 2024 and how they stewarded those holy moments. Kristian Stanfill, Brett Younker, and Melodie Malone share their journey of preparing their hearts to write and carry anthems of worship to the Mercedes Benz Stadium.

Pastor Louie Giglio introduces Season 3 of the Passion and Purpose Podcast: Call on Heaven. This season will include the talks from Passion 2024 and conversations around all the indescribable ways God moved at Passion 2024 and how He is moving in this generation.

How do you become the best of the best? How do you leave a legacy? How do you keep the fire burning for the things you’re passionate about? These are just a few of the insights Stan Smith shares in this episode of the Passion + Purpose Podcast. Louie Giglio and Stan Smith sit down to discuss Stan’s journey as a world champion athlete, designer, and life-long follower of Jesus. Stan Smith is a legendary tennis player, designer, and humanitarian. He was ranked number one in the world in 1967 and 1968, won three Grand Slam singles titles and the Wimbledon in 1972.

What does it look like to set healthy boundaries with people we love? How can we recognize when there is a need for a boundary in our relationships? How can theology and therapy intersect to help us pursue God’s purposes for our lives? Louie Giglio and Lysa TerKuerst answer all these questions and more in this week's episode of the Passion + Purpose Podcast. Lysa is a brilliant writer and speaker who has dedicated her life to helping women better know God. She is the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way, Uninvited, The Best Yes, Unglued, Made to Crave, and 18 other books.

On this episode of the Passion and Purpose Podcast, Louie Giglio is joined by long-time friend and brilliant musician, David Crowder. Together, they talk about what inspires Crowder as an artist, and how he continues to bring fresh expressions of worship to the Church. David Crowder is a gifted musician and songwriter who has won countless awards and five grammy nominations. He has written many powerful anthems for the Church including “Come as You Are”, “All My Hope”, and “Good God Almighty”.