

Sharon Hodde Miller
Co-lead pastor of Bright City Church in Durham, North Carolina, scholar with a PhD focused on women and calling, and author who writes and speaks on pastoral leadership and discipleship.
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Feb 24, 2026 • 1h 33min
CNLP 787 | Emergency Episode | Pastoring Angry People: When to Speak, When to Stay Silent, and Leading Without Losing Everyone
Sharon Hodde Miller, co-lead pastor and scholar on women and calling. Adam Mesa, multicultural lead pastor and creative leader. Ed Stetzer, professor of leadership and church trends. They debate when to speak up or stay silent in a polarized moment. They wrestle with social media fallout, pastoral care for anxious congregations, managing DMs and donations, and a five-question rubric for public response.

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Jul 9, 2025 • 1h 26min
677: Ending PEPFAR & Why the Self-Esteem Movement Failed with Sharon Hodde Miller
Sharon Hodde Miller, co-pastor of Bright City Church and author of 'Free of Me', dives into the failures of the self-esteem movement and its impact on insecurity and community. She argues for a return to Christian virtues of humility and service over self-centeredness. The conversation also critiques the evangelical response to the termination of PEPFAR, highlighting its devastating consequences in Africa and questioning the inconsistency in political beliefs within the faith community. A humorous interlude on invasive ants rounds out the discussion.

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Jan 23, 2025 • 1h 2min
Church Planting, Pastoring Post-Covid, and Cultivating Resilience: Dr. Sharon Hodde Miller
Dr. Sharon Hodde Miller, lead pastor of Bright City Church and author, dives deep into the complexities of church planting post-COVID. She shares her insights on navigating burnout and codependency in ministry, alongside the challenges of maintaining community engagement. Sharon reflects on the evolution of her marriage amid these trials and the crucial need for resilience in leadership. With a focus on authentic communication, she highlights the importance of aligning church values with community needs as they adapt to a new landscape.

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Jul 31, 2025 • 46min
Is Gen Z in Revival or Retreat?
Sharon Hodde Miller, co-pastor of Bright City Church, joins the conversation to tackle the spiritual state of Gen Z, debating whether they are in revival or retreat. She discusses the so-called 'boy crisis' in education, asking if perceptions are skewed against girls’ achievements. The conversation also touches on essential topics like women’s safety in ride-sharing, the evolving role of women in church leadership, and the cultural dilemmas around holidays. It's a thought-provoking dive into the complexities facing today's youth and communities.

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Nov 13, 2025 • 49min
You Can't Rage-Tweet for a Decade: Faithfulness in a Fatigued World
In this engaging discussion, Sharon Hodde Miller, co-pastor of Bright City Church, dives into the fatigue of activism in today's world. She explores the aftermath of purity culture, discussing its legalism and the burdens it places on women. The conversation also touches on developing a healthy Christian sexual ethic and how pastors can support marginalized voices effectively. Plus, the trio debates the ethical implications of animal cloning, all while navigating the complexities of faithfulness in a fractured society.


