RISK Convo: The Cost of Playing It Safe vs. The Reward of Faith w/ Todd Filbrun

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In this episode of the Canyon Pathways Podcast: Conversations, host Luke Smith welcomes Todd Filbrun for an honest and thought-provoking conversation on RISK-what it costs, what it reveals, and why it’s essential for growth.
Risk is more than just stepping into the unknown; it’s about trust. It’s about surrendering the illusion of control and choosing to believe that something greater awaits on the other side of uncertainty. For many in midlife leadership, risk can feel heavier-there’s more to lose, more at stake. But what if avoiding risk is the very thing keeping us from the freedom we long for?
Todd shares his own journey of embracing risk, unpacking how fear and faith often coexist. Together, he and Luke explore how stepping into risk is not about recklessness, but about trusting God’s goodness. They discuss the tension between striving and surrender, the connection between risk and sonship, and how taking the right risks can lead to deeper relationships, renewed purpose, and a life no longer bound by fear.
At its core, this conversation is an invitation-to stop playing it safe, to let go of the need for certainty, and to embrace risk as a sacred pathway to transformation.
Key Takeaways
• To live is to risk. Every choice carries uncertainty, but avoiding risk can mean missing out on real growth.
• Risk is deeply personal. What feels terrifying to one person may feel natural to another-our tolerance for risk changes over time.
• Faith is a risk. Trusting God means stepping forward without having all the answers.
• Leadership requires courage. The best leaders don’t avoid risk; they embrace it with wisdom and faith.
• Avoiding risk can lead to stagnation. Playing it safe may keep us comfortable, but it also keeps us stuck.
• Sonship changes how we approach risk. When we trust that we are fully loved, we can take bold steps with confidence.
• Loving others is one of the greatest risks. Every deep relationship carries the potential for hurt, but also for healing and transformation.
• The right risks lead to freedom. Risk isn’t about recklessness-it’s about trusting God’s plan even when we can’t see the outcome.
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