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Learning to Be Content with Not Fitting In
I've never really fit in—but maybe that's exactly where God has called me to be. Learning to embrace the discomfort of being different.

Greg Wiens
Mar 12, 20253 min read


Transformation Starts at the Center, Not the Surface
Real transformation isn’t behavior change—it’s a heart shift. When Christ is your center, everything else follows.

Greg Wiens
Feb 26, 20253 min read


Finding True Freedom in Christ: From Passenger to Full Self-Driving
Real freedom isn’t control—it’s surrender. When we let Jesus take the lead, we discover a life of purpose, peace, and unexpected grace.

Greg Wiens
Feb 19, 20254 min read


What is at the Center of Your Life?
When life feels overwhelming, what keeps you grounded?

Greg Wiens
Feb 12, 20254 min read


Finding a Strong Center in Life (Part 1)
As we grow older, we realize that true fulfillment comes from having a solid foundation, a center that anchors us through life’s storms.

Greg Wiens
Feb 5, 20253 min read


Why You Know the Truth But Still Feel Stuck—And How to Fix It
In every life journey, the most difficult path is often the shortest: the journey from the head to the heart.

Greg Wiens
Jan 28, 20253 min read


How to Navigate Hard Conversations with Truth and Love
Have you ever had to have that hard conversation, admit you were wrong, or do something you didn’t want to do? We all have.

Greg Wiens
Jan 22, 20253 min read


Persuading, encouraging, or over functioning
Looking back, I can see that I was over-functioning in many situations for much of my life.

Greg Wiens
Jan 15, 20253 min read


Stop Trying to Change Others: 4 Steps to Healthier Relationships
Sometimes we wish the people around us would change, but trying to take responsibility for others only leads to frustration.

Greg Wiens
Jan 8, 20253 min read


You Can’t Fail: Finding True Freedom in Christ as a Leader
I recently sent this long message to a friend of mine who is also a pastor: The fun part of life and ministry isn’t that we always...

Greg Wiens
Dec 28, 20244 min read


Discover Your Unique Purpose in Christ: Embrace Your God-Given Design
Embrace your unique purpose in Christ. You're God's masterpiece, created for good works only you can do—now and for eternity.

Greg Wiens
Dec 28, 20243 min read


Faithful Leadership: Why Growth Matters Now More Than Ever
Growth is key to faithful leadership. Stay curious, build healthy habits, and honor God by continually developing in all areas of life.

Greg Wiens
Dec 23, 20243 min read


Procrastination, ADHD, and Coping Strategies: Embracing Your Wiring for Growth
Many of us believe we're the only ones grappling with procrastination or scattered thinking, but these struggles are more common.

Greg Wiens
Dec 18, 20244 min read


Why Procrastination Can Sometimes Lead to Better Outcomes
Discover how procrastination, creativity, and faith intersect to produce surprising outcomes.

Greg Wiens
Dec 11, 20244 min read


Your Strength Can Be Your Downfall: Strengths, Opposites, and Kingdom Impact
Two weeks ago, I wrote about how I was beginning to learn how to listen to others rather than solve their problems . I do believe that...

Greg Wiens
Dec 4, 20245 min read


Problem Solving: Lessons Learned from Listening, Not Fixing
As a natural problem solver, I spent much of my life offering solutions to others' challenges.

Greg Wiens
Dec 3, 20244 min read


Can Faith and Curiosity Coexist? Embracing Both Confidence and Humility in Your Spiritual Journey
Is it possible for us to be sure in our faith and yet curious in our learning at the same time? I believe so.

Greg Wiens
Nov 18, 20245 min read


When Effort Isn’t Enough: My Journey Through Failure, Faith, and Spiritual Growth
One of the aspects of growing older is that things that confused or frustrated me in my earlier life often become clear. Of course, this isn

Greg Wiens
Nov 10, 20244 min read


Why is it so painful?
We all want physical and spiritual resiliency; however, it starts with transparency and humility, then teachability.

Greg Wiens
Oct 12, 20244 min read
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