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Get in the Game: Why There Are No Bench Players in the Kingdom of God
There are no bench players in the Kingdom of God. You’re either in the game making impact—or you’re not on the team. Get in the game.

Greg Wiens
Apr 23 min read


Self-Awareness Is a Superpower: How Great Leaders Start Within
Self-awareness is your true superpower. Know your wiring, lead with clarity, and serve from your God-given strengths.

Kurt Rahn
Apr 13 min read


You’re Not Bad at Conflict—You’re Just Wired Differently
Your conflict style isn’t a flaw—it’s a mix of wiring, upbringing, and learned patterns you can grow from.

Greg Wiens
Mar 253 min read


The Art of Listening: Learning to Seek Understanding
True listening transforms. When we seek to understand before being understood, we grow in wisdom, empathy, and self-awareness.

Greg Wiens
Mar 173 min read


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 123 min read


Take the Deep Dive: Are You A Surfer Or A Deep Diver?
Are you skimming the surface or diving deep? True transformation happens below the waves. Slow down, seek God, and take the deep dive.

Healthy Growing Leaders
Mar 53 min read


Why Evaluating Current Leadership Alignment is Essential
Leadership alignment isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about clarity and health. When leaders move in sync, transformation happens.

Kurt Rahn
Mar 24 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 263 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 194 min read


Understanding Spiritual Gifts—God’s Blueprint for the Church
When we use our spiritual gifts, we bring unity to the Church, empower others, and help fulfill God’s purpose.

Healthy Growing Leaders
Feb 164 min read


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

Greg Wiens
Feb 124 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 53 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 283 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 223 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 153 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 83 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


Why Change Is So Hard for Ministry Leaders (and How to Navigate It With Confidence)
Change is one of the toughest challenges ministry leaders face, often leaving us overwhelmed and stuck. But embracing change is essential.

Kurt Rahn
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
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