The Craig T. Owens Audio Blog

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Vital leadership self-reflective questions 01/29/2026

Vital leadership self-reflective questions On the Leading From Alignment podcast, I was discussing my book When Sheep Bite which is about leadership pain. John Opalewski asked me to share some things leaders should consider when they get bit. Watch of this conversation. You can get more information on When Sheep Bite . And also check out my book of prayer for pastors called . ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39902850

Strength to pray 01/28/2026

Strength to pray It takes strength to keep on praying, but consistent prayer builds our strength. This is an incredibly virtuous cycle! for the downloadable version of the strong prayer cycle graphic. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39863640

Prayer changes my maturity 01/26/2026

Prayer changes my maturity Jesus wants us to come to our Heavenly Father like children. “Like a little child” means childlike, which is the exact opposite of being childish. We mature best by coming to God in prayer just like a child comes to his loving father. Watch of this sermon. Speaking of prayer, check out my book of prayer for pastors called . If you’ve missed any of the other messages in this series on how prayer changes us, . ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39866570

Only the good ol’ days? 01/22/2026

Only the good ol’ days? Sometimes when Christians get anxious about a situation, it appears that they have forgotten that God is just as loving and strong today as He was in the good ol’ days. We need to guard against this misunderstanding. Watch of this clip. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39801825

Certainty and security in two little words 01/21/2026

Certainty and security in two little words In topsy-turvy times, the Bible gives saints two little words that powerfully remind us of our certainty and security in God’s loving hands. I shared more details about this in an exclusive 5-minute video for my Patreon supporters. You can become a supporter and get access to all of my exclusive content . Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39790410

A book review of “Spiritual Leadership” 01/20/2026

A book review of “Spiritual Leadership” Whether you are an emerging leader or a veteran leader, you are still a leader-in-training. I would highly recommend Spiritual Leadership as part of your ongoing leadership development. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39785685

Prayer changes my focus 01/19/2026

Prayer changes my focus If we focus on the dark thing, we will inevitably become dark and bitter. But prayer helps us change our focus from the big, black dot to what God is doing because of that big, black dot. Watch of this sermon. If you’ve missed any of the other posts in this series on prayer, . ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39776290

The Craig and Greg Show: Surviving the trenches 01/15/2026

The Craig and Greg Show: Surviving the trenches Sales is a battle! While there (hopefully) isn’t any real bullets flying, the stress and exhaustion can make it feel like there is at times. To stay in the fight and avoid defeat in these situations you need preparation and planning. This is where Greg’s new book comes in. Here is a sneak peek of a couple of chapters in this entertaining and educational book. Check out of this conversation. I also have a new book out for ministry leaders called . Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39683145

Prayer that saved a king 01/14/2026

Prayer that saved a king Perhaps our God-centered, Christ-exalting, prayer-saturated lives may be just the catalyst that leads to the salvation of one of the most unlikely world leaders. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39720950

My brothers and sisters 01/13/2026

My brothers and sisters Hello, my brothers and sisters! On this episode of The Podcast, let me tell you how much power is packed into that simple greeting. Watch of this episode of The Podcast. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39600905

Prayer changes my expectation 01/12/2026

Prayer changes my expectation The God who gives you faith wants to reward that faith. Your faith raises your expectations as you go to God in prayer again and again. Watch of this sermon. If you have missed any of the other messages in our series Prayer Changes Things, you can find them all . ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39691630

The God who knows you 01/08/2026

The God who knows you You are lovingly and securely held in the most powerful, the most loving Hand imaginable! Check out of this episode. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39558010

That’s my King! 01/07/2026

That’s my King! The description of King Jesus exceeds our vocabulary to define Him! The more you get to know Him, the more you want to know Him as your King and Savior! Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39558640

Prayer changes my attitude 01/05/2026

Prayer changes my attitude When prayer changes our attitude—when we know the sweetness of God’s loving deliverance—our attitude of rejoicing not only keeps us climbing, but it helps other find their way to God too. Watch of this sermon. Keep up with all of the messages in this prayer series . ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39608005

Don’t get distracted 01/02/2026

Don’t get distracted One of a leader’s most important jobs is guiding the vision of their organization. Much has been said about getting others to follow that vision, and in our most recent episode Greg and I talked about being careful to stay true to the vision you have set. Check out of this segment. You can watch this full episode of The Craig and Greg Show . The first book in our Business by the Book series is on a CEO’s vision casting. This will be available soon. In the meantime, check out some other leadership resources from Greg and me: Greg’s books and . My leadership books and . My ongoing series of . Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39590715

Year-end review (the 2025 edition) 12/29/2025

Year-end review (the 2025 edition) A catalogue of all of the sermon series I shared with my congregation in 2025. Check out of this sermon. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39549875

Jesus is our King 12/25/2025

Jesus is our King We tend to distrust those in governmental positions who wield too much power. When Jesus came as the undisputed and unrivaled King of kings, He flipped the script on what people had expected. Watch of this sermon. If you’ve missed any of the previous messages in our series looking at the titles and roles of the Messiah, . ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39533040

Seasons greetings from Craig and Greg 12/24/2025

Seasons greetings from Craig and Greg Greg and I have enjoyed bringing you quality leadership content this year and we look forward to another great year ahead. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39482975

Jesus is Prince of Peace 12/22/2025

Jesus is Prince of Peace The message of “Peace on earth” is so simple and yet so profound. This ultimate and eternal peace is only possible because of the advent of the Prince of Peace. Check out of this sermon. If you’ve missed any of the other messages in this series, . ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39488510

Jesus is Everlasting Father 12/15/2025

Jesus is Everlasting Father Have you ever thought how odd it is that Isaiah would call the Child to be born in Bethlehem the “Everlasting Father”? Check out of this sermon. Check out all of the biblical references in this sermon here → Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39403235

The Craig and Greg Show: Take them with you 12/11/2025

The Craig and Greg Show: Take them with you In we brought you the exciting news that Greg and I are collaborating to write a series of books called Business By The Book. In today’s episode, we revisit the first book in this series——and discuss how once the vision has been cast the next vital step is to bring your team along with you. Watch of this episode. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39307825

Using the Bible to pray 12/10/2025

Using the Bible to pray Prayers that are aligned with the heart of God—prayers that are grounded in the Word of God—have the “Amen” of Jesus added to them. Check out my book . Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39308780

Jesus is Mighty God 12/08/2025

Jesus is Mighty God How do we know that the Old Testament prophecies really pointed to Jesus of Nazareth who was born in Bethlehem? Check out of this sermon. If you’ve missed any of the other message in our Advent series called Jesus Is…, . Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39315920

Don’t cross the line 12/03/2025

Don’t cross the line The apostle Paul tells us not to be anxious about anything. So a great question for us to ask is: When does legitimate concern cross the line to become worry and anxiety? Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39243425

Jesus is Wonderful Counselor 12/01/2025

Jesus is Wonderful Counselor As you live between the Advents, I pray that the glory of our Wonderful Counselor will become more real to you and that it will shine out of every word you speak and everything you do! Check out of this sermon. Check out the other posts in this series Jesus Is... . Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39212625

Review your history 11/24/2025

Review your history Psalm 107 calls us to look back at the history of God’s faithfulness, and then use those lessons to give God thanks in our current situations. Check out of this sermon. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39142610

Eliminating toxicity 11/20/2025

Eliminating toxicity On an episode of The Craig and Greg Show, Greg and I discussed some toxic behaviors that can creep into your workplace and cause major discord. Two attitudes to watch out for are confidence without humility, and humility without confidence. Watch this video clip . Check out this full Craig and Greg Show episode . And check out my Shepherd Leadership book where I dive into this topic in greater depth at . /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39084755

(Extra)Ordinary people 11/19/2025

(Extra)Ordinary people What the world calls ordinary or even unclean, Jesus can make extraordinarily powerful. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39084700

Remember Who’s in control 11/17/2025

Remember Who’s in control Look back through the pages of history and you will see a common theme. Whether it’s world history or your own personal history, you have so much for which you can give thanks. Remember: We can quickly go from contentment mode to crisis mode when we forget that God is in control, so remain full of thanks. Check out of this sermon. Check out all the Scriptures in this sermon → Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/39052720

The Craig and Greg Show: Leadership lessons from veterans 11/11/2025

The Craig and Greg Show: Leadership lessons from veterans The entire Maximize team loves our veterans! Those that volunteer to serve and protect our nation deserve our utmost respect, and we honor their sacrifice. In today’s episode Greg and I discuss the leadership lessons we have learned from veterans—some directly and others by simply observing the way our nation’s protectors conduct themselves. Join us as we salute the contributions of veterans! Check out of this episode. Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at ►► My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎ /episode/index/show/craigtowens/id/38986905

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