You may never strap on hiking boots or climb a 14,000-foot mountain… but you’ve got mountains of your own. In this episode of Your Biggest Breakthrough, we share the raw, real, and sometimes hilarious lessons we learned while summiting our very first “fourteener” — Mount Bierstadt in Colorado.

What does mountain climbing have to do with your health, career, relationships, or faith? Everything. Because life is full of summits, false summits, unexpected detours, and moments when you wonder if you can take one more step.

If you’ve ever faced a challenge that felt too steep, this episode will remind you that you’re stronger than you think, you’re not meant to climb alone, and God has already marked the trail for your breakthrough.

By the end, you’ll see your own mountain differently — and you might just start the climb.

Chapters:

[00:00] Podcast Preview

[01:09] Introduction to Life Lessons from Climbing

[03:17] Vision, Goals, and Intentional Challenges

[05:47] Research, Planning, and Training

[08:30] The Power of Commitment Before the Climb

[10:54] First Steps & Trail Markers (and Getting Lost)

[13:02] The Importance of Support and Community

[14:23] False Summits & Shifting Perspective

[15:30] Navigating Obstacles and Pain

[19:00] Self-Talk and Perseverance

[20:06] The Boulder Scramble to the Top

[22:00] Reaching the Summit & Celebrating Victories

[23:18] The Emotional Descent After a Big Win

[24:46] Lessons from Going Downhill

[26:22] Asking God, “What’s next?”

[27:37] Final Encouragement

Resources mentioned:

Episode 162: Navy SEAL Don Mann on How to Conquer Pain, Build Resilience, and Never Quit

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Have you ever felt like you’re stuck in a cycle, trying hard to live right, but falling into the same old traps? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Karl Clauson, and trust us—you’ll want to lean in for this one. Karl’s story is raw, honest, and deeply hopeful. From hitting rock bottom in a haze of cocaine and alcohol to experiencing a radical transformation through Christ, his testimony reminds us that true healing starts with true surrender.

But it doesn’t stop at his story. Karl drops truth bombs about how so many of us are living with what he calls the “hallucination of salvation”—busy with spiritual activity but missing authentic transformation. Whether you've been in church your whole life or are just starting to explore your faith, this message will resonate with you.

Together, we unpack what it truly means to “kill sin”—not through willpower, but by walking in humility, staying close to Jesus, and relying on the Holy Spirit. You’ll learn why healing is impossible without addressing sin, how to identify what’s truly holding you back, and practical ways to step into the freedom God has already made available.

If you're craving spiritual breakthrough, tired of the shame cycle, or just ready to be real with God, this conversation will encourage and equip you. Healing begins where honesty and the Holy Spirit meet.

Chapters:

[00:00] Podcast Preview

[01:16] Topic and Guest Introduction

[04:05] Carl's Journey to Breakthrough

[06:40] From Good Church Kid to Cocaine Crash

[09:50] The Hallucination of Salvation

[12:29] The Call to Spiritual Revolution

[16:00] “Killing Sin” – What the Book is Really About

[19:12] The Marriage Crisis That Changed Everything

[21:26] Killing Sin is Only Possible by the Spirit

[27:45] What Self-Control Means

[29:53] Discerning Sin from Bad Habits

[32:04] The Power of Rhema and Speaking the Word

[35:21] Why We’re Afraid to Linger with God

[36:25] Encouragement for the One Who Feels Stuck

[37:55] How to Get Karl’s Book

Resources mentioned:

👉 Get Karl’s book at killsin.com

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Guest's bio:

Karl Clauson is the host of Karl and Crew Mornings on Moody Radio, heard across the country, and serves as the Pastor of Vision and Leadership at 180 Chicago Church. A passionate communicator and leader, Karl has spent more than four decades inspiring people to pursue spiritual breakthrough and walk in true freedom.

At just 18 years old, Karl completed the legendary 1,100-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Alaska—a feat that speaks to his grit, endurance, and determination. But his most transformative journey began shortly after, when he fully surrendered his life to Christ and began running hard after God.

Since then, Karl has led one of Alaska’s largest churches, launched thriving ministries, and impacted countless lives through preaching, mentorship, writing, and broadcasting. He is the author of The 7 Resolutions and his latest book, Killing Sin: Conquer That One Thing That’s Defeating You, where he tackles the tough issues of sin, shame, and spiritual growth with biblical truth and real hope.

Karl and his wife have been married for 37 years and have two adult children. His life and message are proof that no matter how far you've gone, freedom is always possible through the power of the Holy Spirit.

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What do you do when your life is shattered in a single night, and you’re left to pick up the broken pieces alone? In this powerful episode of Your Biggest Breakthrough, we sit down with Kimberly Haar, a licensed therapist whose personal story sounds like a movie—but it’s painfully real.

After surviving an unimaginable trauma at the hands of her ex-husband, Kimberly takes us on a raw, faith-filled journey through heartbreak, betrayal, near-death terror, and—miraculously—healing. This conversation is more than just a story. It’s a lifeline.

Whether you’re walking through your own heartbreak, navigating trauma, or just need a reminder that God is still in the business of restoring broken things, this episode will speak straight to your soul.

If you feel too far gone, too broken, or too bitter to be healed, Kimberly’s story will show you what God can do when you trust Him with your pain. Tune in. You won’t forget this one.

Chapters:

[00:00] Podcast Preview

[00:40] Podcast Introduction

[01:14] Free Resources and Favor

[02:38] Topic and Guest Introduction

[03:58] Years of Marriage, Infidelity & Tough Choices

[06:36] Dating at 50 & Online Disasters

[08:50] Meeting Andrew on Date #14

[10:02] The Terrifying Warning

[11:55] The Night of the Assault

[16:15] The Aftermath and Escape

[18:20] The Hospital Call and Andrew's Condition

[20:14] Processing Trauma and Healing

[23:20] Finding God in the Pain

[26:23] Choosing Not to Be a Victim

[31:13] Understanding Healing

[33:45] The Importance of Self-Care

[35:19] The Power of Forgiveness

[41:20] God's Restorative Power

Resources mentioned:

FREE Unstoppable Ebook and Audiobook

👉 Visit Kimberly’s site: https://kimberlyhaar.com

🎧 Get her book Healing From Life’s Deepest Hurts

🎙️ Check out her podcast, Keepin' It Real!

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Kimberly Haar is a writer, speaker, licensed therapist, podcaster, and co-host on network radio. For over 17 years, she has been on a mission to help people find healing and wholeness in every season of life.

Kimberly is the founder of There’s Hope! Counseling in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she works with women, men, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and pursue emotional and spiritual healing.

She’s the co-host of the podcast Keepin’ It Real! and a guest co-host on the Oasis Radio Network, where she brings honest, faith-filled conversations to the airwaves—covering real-life topics with grace, humor, and hope.

Outside of her professional work, Kimberly finds her greatest joy in being a wife, mom, grandma, and devoted follower of Jesus. Full of grit and grounded in God’s Word, she is passionate about empowering women to step into who God designed them to be and live fully free.

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