In this episode of Entrusted to Lead, host Danita Cummins launches season three with a message of hope and purpose for faith-driven leaders. Grounded in Hebrews 10:23, Danita unpacks actionable strategies for leaders to align their vision with God’s promises. This episode highlights four practical steps to guide leadership in 2025: seeking God’s guidance, assessing the present situation, setting faith-driven goals, and engaging teams to work toward shared visions.Danita shares personal reflections, strategic tools like the SWOT analysis, and inspiring examples of how aligning vision with faith leads to clarity and impact. Whether leading a nonprofit, business, or ministry, this episode provides the encouragement and tools needed to navigate challenges with confidence and purpose.Key Points:The Foundation of Leadership Vision: Grounding your vision in Hebrews 10:23.Four Steps for Leadership in 2025:Seek God’s guidance.Assess your current situation.Set faith-driven goals.Engage and empower your team.Overcoming Common Challenges: Staying focused under pressure and embracing change.Tools for Clarity: Using SWOT analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.Scripture Focus:Hebrews 10:23 – “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.”Reflection Question:How can God’s promises refine your leadership vision for 2025?References & Links: Scripture References:Hebrews 10:23: "Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful."Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope."Book Reference:Promise Over Purpose:  Danita's book to help leaders lead with grace and authenticity by anchoring their lives in God's promises. Leadership Frameworks and Models:SWOT Analysis: A tool for assessing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Suggested links might include an explainer like: What is a SWOT Analysis?.Predictable Success Model: Discussed in the context of leadership styles like Visionary, Operator, Processor, and Synergist. More information can be found at: Predictable Success Model.SMART Goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound goals. See: SMART Goals Explained.Leadership Book:John Kotter’s Leading Change: A foundational book on managing organizational change. Leading Change on Amazon.How are you enjoying this episode? Send us a note!Support the show✨ Thanks for Listening! ✨ If you enjoyed this episode of Entrusted to Lead, don’t forget to:✅ Subscribe to the podcast for weekly insights on leadership with heart. ✅ Leave a review and let us know how this episode inspired you. ✅ Share this episode with your team, friends, or anyone who wants to lead with impact. ✅ Sign up for the Entrusted to Lead newsletter for exclusive updates and resources:

Ver todos los episodios