Rethink Revive with David Leake | Podcast Guru

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Taking a second look at spiritual and social issues. In a world full of noise, confusion, and shifting ideologies, it’s time to rethink what we’ve been told and revive what really matters. Rethink Revive is a podcast where we carry on Pastor Jeff Leake’s legacy by having honest conversations about faith, leadership, grief, and navigating change in a rapidly shifting world. If you’ve ever felt burned out in ministry, stuck in your spiritual growth, or unsure how to lead through pain and loss, this is a space to rethink what following Jesus looks like today and revive fresh hope for the future. Subscribe and join the conversation. “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Romans 12:2) Formerly known as the Allison Park Leadership Podcast.

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