Recently, I had the privilege of participating in a Zoom call with various church leaders, including Senior Pastors, Executive Pastors, and their leadership teams. The topic of discussion was “What Are We Missing?” As a coach and leader, I found this call incredibly insightful. The churches represented ranged in size from 55 to 6,500 attendees …
Author: Coach Dennis Wagner
A longtime ministry & life coach who’s passionate about helping leaders, couples and individuals heal and grow. He blends storytelling, faith, and practical wisdom to create resources that feel like a fireside chat—real, honest, and full of hope. Whether he’s writing, coaching, or building tools for transformation, Dennis shows up with heart and purpose.
Rethink, Leadership
We are just 35 days away from electing a new president, vice president, and many other local and federal officials. The past eight years have been turbulent across the country in terms of politics and opinions. It’s disheartening to see adults behaving as if they are playing “king of the hill,” believing they alone have …
Team
I have had the privilege of serving on the board of our denomination for the past 13 years. One of the aspects I deeply appreciate about this board is its diverse composition. It includes lead and executive pastors, the President, CFO, and Executive Assistant, each bringing unique gifts and talents to the table. We unite …
Timing and Decisions
Have you ever woken up with an idea that you just can’t shake off? It might be the next million-dollar invention, a groundbreaking product, or perhaps an idea that could revolutionize a business, a church, or even someone’s life. The thing is, timing is crucial when it comes to introducing something new. Ideas come and …
Refresh in Early Stages of Burnout
Burnout is real, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise! It’s not something you want to experience, and if you’re currently in this season, I hope you’re seeking help and not trying to go it alone. Unsure who to ask? Counselors, pastors, and coaches can be great connections. Feel free to reach out to me at …
Wilderness Beginning
When the phrase “wilderness stories” is mentioned, what images does it conjure in your mind? Perhaps you envision hikers losing their way in dense forests, or campers having a startling encounter with a bear in the dead of night. Maybe your thoughts veer towards the extreme, like the harrowing tale of a rock climber who, …
Wilderness
What comes to mind when you hear the word “wilderness?” Do you think of desert, forest, backwoods? One of the meanings I found describes wilderness as: Wilderness or wildlands (usually in the plural) are natural environments on Earth that have not been significantly modified by human activity, or any nonurbanized land not under extensive agricultural cultivation. You might be an avid hiker and have experienced this environment firsthand. But …
Decisions, Trust & Authority
Decisions, trust, and authority; what do you think of when you hear these words? Have you ever made a poor decision that led to an issue of trust in someone or something, which then effected the “authority” in some way or form? I am pretty sure many of us have made good and poor decisions. …
Chosen as a Leader
Leading can certainly have its ups and downs in any role and organization. Something to remember as a leader is to believe in yourself and trust that you have been chosen to lead. Not always an easy thing to do, but I came across the following 8 points in a devotional reading recently and I …
Waiting to Lead
Have you ever thought about why some people seem to have the all the opportunities to lead and there you sit, “waiting.” Waiting for your turn, your role, the right job, or opportunity and yet it just never seems to come? What if I told you that if you are feeling this right now, your …
Fire Side Therapy 