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Before Jesus ever sent His disciples out to preach, heal, or lead—He simply invited them to be with Him. In this episode, Paul unpacks Mark 3:14 and explores how powerful it is when leaders prioritize presence over performance.
You’ll learn why Jesus’ leadership style wasn’t built on strategy first—it was built on shared space, vulnerability, and relational connection. Whether you're leading a team, a ministry, or just trying to keep your group chat alive, this episode will encourage you to slow down, lean in, and lead like Jesus.
✨ In This Episode:
- The overlooked leadership wisdom of Mark 3:14
- Why being with your team matters more than always doing for your team
- 3 key takeaways from how Jesus led:
- Presence Builds Trust
- Presence Prepares Hearts
- Presence Multiplies Impact
- Practical tips to become a more present, intentional leader
- A prayer for leaders who feel stretched thin but want to lead with more heart
🛠️ Practical Presence Practices:
- Schedule “presence blocks” with team members
- Start every meeting with five minutes of non-task talk
- Ditch the phone, make eye contact, and give your full attention
- Take a walk, grab a coffee, or send a spontaneous check-in text
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