Spiritual Leadership in Dark Relational Valleys, Part A
From Meeting with God Radio by Vertical Church Columbus
June 2, 2026 · 26 min
About this episode
Pastor Luke Ahrens discusses spiritual leadership during challenging relational times, using Jacob's story from Genesis 35 as a guide.
Genesis 35 brings together moments of renewal, loss, failure, and faithfulness as Jacob leads his family through a difficult season. Pastor Luke Ahrens explores God’s call to spiritual leadership in the middle of relational chaos, grief, and uncertainty. Jacob’s journey highlights the importance of listening to God’s voice, leading others toward holiness, and remaining present when life becomes painful and complicated. Through every valley, God continues shaping a people whose story is connected to His larger purposes across generations.
People in this episode
Host: Luke Ahrens
Topics covered
- spiritual leadership
- relational chaos
- faithfulness
- listening to God
- holiness
- grief
- uncertainty
Keywords
- spiritual leadership
- Genesis 35
- Jacob
- relational valleys
- faithfulness
- listening to God
- holiness
- grief
- uncertainty
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Genesis 35
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