Dr Mark Stephens (SMBC lecturer, former Centre for Public Christianity communicator) reveals why he rejected his dream speaking opportunity...and how it saved his ministry from burnout.

Watch this if you:- Feel tired, stretched, or secretly close to burning out.- Are wrestling with 'godly ambition', opportunities, and how much to say “yes” to. - Want a long-haul, Jesus-shaped life and ministry, not just a moment on a platform.

FULL VIDEO version available on your Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@aspirepodcast1tim31.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 – Why Mark said NO to his biggest speaking opportunity

04:21 – Burnout warning signs you can't ignore

08:30 – When gifts outpace character (danger zone)12:40 – Doubt, perfectionism & dark night of the soul

18:00 – Non-linear journey: church → academia → lecturing

35:00 – Evangelism in post-Christian culture with CPX

42:00 – Godly ambition vs selfish ambition

50:00 – Decision-making wisdom

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