In this show, we talk about relevant theories and principles that can apply to new leaders in the work environment. From self reflection to organizational leadership application, this podcast is here for those who are interested in being better leaders everywhere they go. If you label yourself a leader at work only, then you’re a manager. Let’s get beyond management and look at how you can use those skills and elevate ourselves as leaders.
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In this show, we talk about relevant theories and principles that can apply to new leaders in the work environment. From self reflection to organizational leadership application, this podcast is here for those who are interested in being better leaders everywhere they go. If you label yourself a leader at work only, then you’re a manager. Let’s get beyond management and look at how you can use those skills and elevate ourselves as leaders.
In this raw episode of Tim Staton Stating the Obvious, discover why is anticipatory grief so powerful and how biblical hope leadership transforms crushing seasons of waiting into spiritual growth. Guest Sam Wegner, author of The Weight of the Wait, shares his dual crises: a 30-year IT career destroyed by a false rumor and his wife’s metastatic breast cancer battle. Learn how to deal with anticipatory grief, navigate dealing with anticipatory grief through Scripture, and master how to cope when life hangs in limbo.
Sam’s story weaves faith-based leadership with real-world trials—job loss after betrayal and caregiver burnout. Explore faith based leadership podcasts that turn theory into action.
Sam’s anticipatory grief peaked while waiting for his wife to die and hunting for work. Scripture revealed what is biblical hope: God designed waiting for growth. His anticipatory grief book unpacks biblical hope vs. faith, the waiting wheel, and biblical hope definition with practical steps to find rest.
Betrayed by a boss who “made” him, Sam chose faith based leadership. “I will not lift my hand against the Lord’s anointed” became his mantra. Discover what is faith-based leadership in toxic environments—no HR complaints, just Christlike integrity.
COVID-era stage 4 diagnosis, failing drugs, COBRA expiring—Sam spiraled in the shower. Yet biblical hope verses pulled him back: God is good, He keeps promises. Master how to cope with anticipatory grief through raw prayer and surrender.
Waiting well = learnable discipline. Sam’s 4-step framework:
Stay in God’s Word
Pray honestly (even screaming)
Trust God’s character
Lean on community
Proof? Colleagues saw genuine contentment. Challenge skeptics: “If this transformed me, what if it’s true for you?”
Perfect for anyone facing infertility, aging parents, addiction, business failure—waiting is universal. Grab The Weight of the Wait and join the movement.
Connect with Sam Wegner:
Website: www.samwegner.com
Instagram: @samwegnerjr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575799584385
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwegner/
Donate to help: https://www.thousandhillsmissionary.org/hope-in-the-waiting
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Tim Stating the Obvious
In this show, we talk about relevant theories and principles that can apply to new leaders in the work environment. From self reflection to organizational leadership application, this podcast is here for those who are interested in being better leaders everywhere they go. If you label yourself a leader at work only, then you’re a manager. Let’s get beyond management and look at how you can use those skills and elevate ourselves as leaders.
