Behind the Seal - Cross-Gen Leadership | David Robbins

06/11/2025 57 min
Behind the Seal - Cross-Gen Leadership | David Robbins

Listen "Behind the Seal - Cross-Gen Leadership | David Robbins"

Episode Synopsis

How do you lead when five generations share the same mission—but not always the same mindset?In this timely episode of Behind the Seal, David Robbins, Global President of Cru, joins host Michael Martin to explore the challenges and opportunities of Cross-Generational Leadership.From Gen Z’s boldness to Boomers’ steadfastness, David shares how understanding, repentance, and relational trust can transform generational tension into unity. Drawing from his global leadership experience and years leading FamilyLife, David offers real-life lessons on building trust, cultivating humility, and leading at the Lord’s pace.If you’re navigating a multi-generational team, board, or ministry, this episode will help you build bridges that strengthen your mission—and your people. About David Robbins:David Robbins serves as the Global President of Cru, a worldwide Christian ministry helping to fulfill the Great Commission through evangelism, discipleship, and leadership development.Over the past 25 years with Cru, David and his wife, Meg, have served in a variety of ministry contexts—from discipling college students and young professionals in New York City to leading FamilyLife, a global ministry focused on strengthening marriages and families.David and Meg live in Orlando, Florida, with their four children. Their family embodies his leadership message: serving together, learning together, and following Jesus faithfully across generations. Additional Resources:ECFA.org/LeaderCareLearn more about CruLearn more about FamilyLifeThe Emotionally Healthy Leader by Peter Scazzero       

More episodes of the podcast CLATV Leader Showcase