How can leaders reflect, refocus, and reignite their vision to lead effectively into the new year?

In this episode of the GrowLeader Podcast, Pastor Chris Hodges dives into the importance of reflecting on the past year to identify lessons, celebrate wins, and prepare for the future. He shares seven key questions every leader should ask to evaluate their leadership, align their vision and values, and uncover growth opportunities.

This episode offers practical insights on focusing your efforts, empowering your team, and starting the new year with prayer and fasting to invite God’s presence into your plans. Whether you’re looking to grow personally or lead your organization more effectively, these strategies will help you build momentum and make a lasting impact.

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Episode Resources:

- NEW GrowLeader One Days: https://www.growleader.com/onedays

- Watch last year's December episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JE4dNktIj30

- See Church of the Highlands Values: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/about

- Pray First Resources: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/prayfirst/

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All things GrowLeader:

- Learn More and Register for GrowLeader Conference 2025: https://www.growleader.com/conference

- GrowLeader Roundtables: https://www.growleader.com/roundtables

- Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive

- Join Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring

- Access FREE church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources

- Watch more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam

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Thank you to our partners!

- Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader

- OneHope: https://onehope.net/growleader

- StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader

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Timeline:

00:00 - Highlight

00:12 - Reflecting on the Past

07:17 - Evaluating Vision and Values

30:37 - Preparing for the New Year | Prayer and Fasting

32:20 - Thank You, Partners!