Finding Your Spine

A Year of Courage

Herzog Foundation Episode 39

In this special year-end episode, Dr. Chase Spears is joined by his wife Lori for an intimate conversation reflecting on 2025—a year of unexpected changes, trials, triumphs, and growth.From the launch of Finding Your Spine to navigating personal challenges, they share how stories of courage from guests inspired them, why meekness isn’t weakness, the power of childlike wonder at Christmas, and what anchors a marriage through it all. A heartfelt look back with gratitude, laughter, and hope for the year ahead.


00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:53 - Podcast Journey Begins

00:02:01 - 2025: A Year of Massive Change

00:04:46 - Courage Is Contagious

00:08:06 - Favorite Guest Moments

00:11:01 - Standing Firm Together

00:14:11 - C.S. Lewis & Childlike Wonder

00:18:18 - Books That Shaped Us

00:22:11 - Elizabeth Elliot & Doing the Next Thing

00:27:31 - Extend Christmas 12 Days

00:30:05 - Meekness, Strength & Servant Leadership

00:36:19 - 2026 Dreams & Goals

00:49:27 - Final Thanks & New Year Blessing


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