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Healthy Growing Leader
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Greg Wiens
24 hours ago3 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.
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Greg Wiens
Jan 83 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.
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Greg Wiens
Dec 28, 20244 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...
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Kurt Rahn
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.
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Greg Wiens
Dec 28, 20243 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.
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Greg Wiens
Dec 23, 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.
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Greg Wiens
Dec 18, 20244 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.
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Greg Wiens
Dec 11, 20244 min read
Why Procrastination Can Sometimes Lead to Better Outcomes
Discover how procrastination, creativity, and faith intersect to produce surprising outcomes.
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Greg Wiens
Dec 4, 20245 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...
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Kurt Rahn
Dec 3, 20241 min read
Discover How to Lead with Your Unique Wiring – A Podcast with Greg Wiens
Dr. Greg Wiens sat down with our friends at Ministry Brands for an insightful conversation about leadership and personal growth.
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