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May 5

20m 45s

The Sacred vs. The Strategic: When To Pr...

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Every leader in ministry feels the tension between the sacred and the strategic - between trusting God and making a plan. In this episode, Pastors John and Wayne discuss when to pray and when to pivot. How to balance spirit-led leadership and wise stewardship. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Leave a rating and review to give us your feedback and help the show continue to grow!

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