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Ever wondered what it truly means to live a life of abundance, freedom, and victory? In this episode of the Champion Life podcast, Curt sits down with his longtime mentor and spiritual father, Pastor Mike Slaughter. With three decades of wisdom and experience, Mike opens up about the keys to balancing a thriving ministry and nurturing family relationships.
From 100-member church beginnings to leading one of Ohio's most successful congregations, Mike shares his transformational journey and the disciplines that kept him grounded. They dive into the pivotal moment that saved Mike's marriage and how he learned to prioritize love over career.
You'll also hear heart-pounding stories from Mike’s daring mission trips to Sudan, illustrating the true essence of being a servant leader. His guiding principle, "Chase the mission, not the money," serves as a powerful reminder of where our true focus should lie.
"God is infinite. We can't even imagine God." - Mike Slaughter
In this episode, you will:
- Understand the impact of long-term relationships on personal and spiritual growth.
- Discover strategies for maintaining balance in your life.
- Learn how leaders can balance transparency with maintaining authority and respect.
- Build a habit of daily devotion and spending time with God every morning.
- Shift your career focus to the mission rather than being financially motivated.
- Be motivated to create and live the “Champion life.”
This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone—be it an entrepreneur, a busy professional, or someone on a spiritual path—seeking to lead a champion life centered on faith and purpose. Don't miss it!
Resources:
- Zechariah 4:10 - Who dares despise the day of small things, since the seven eyes of the LORD that range throughout the earth will rejoice when they see the chosen capstone in the hand of Zerubbabel?
- 2 Timothy 1:7 - For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.
- Matthew 28:19 - Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit
- Matthew 25:40 - The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.
- Momentum for Life, Revised Edition: Biblical Practices for Sustaining Physical Health, Personal Integrity, and Strategic Focus by Mike Slaughter
- Champion Builders by Curt Tucker
- Warrior Woman by Rachel Tucker
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