Ep 69 — Old Friends, New Lessons, Same Gospel — Michael Koulianos — Jesus Image — Rich Wilkerson Jr
This week on Mature Me, Rich sits down with Michael Koulianos — an old friend with a fiery love for Jesus and the founder of Jesus Image.In this conversation we walk down memory lane—preaching together in my first year at Rendezvous, the early days of ministry, and the lessons Michael learned traveling the world. Michael also shares the story of meeting his wife Jessica, planting Jesus Image Church, and stepping into the cost of answering God’s call.At the heart of the conversation is this simple but powerful question: Did your heart burn? It’s the encounter Michael longs for every person to have with Jesus—a heart set ablaze with love for Him.Don’t miss this episode — watch the full conversation now.Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: https://www.richwilkersonjr.comWatch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en
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Ep 68 — Christine Caine’s Story — From Abuse To Redemption — Rich Wilkerson Jr.
This week on Mature Me, Rich sits down with Christine Caine. Rich first met Christine 25 years ago, and her ministry has been shaping lives around the world ever since. She leads in many spaces as a communicator and an advocate – particularly A21 and Propel Women Christine shares her story of adoption, abuse, and the healing power of Jesus. She reminds us our history doesn’t define our destiny, and what Jesus has done for us is greater than what anyone has done to us.Don’t miss this conversation on redemption and resilience—watch now! Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: https://www.richwilkersonjr.comWatch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en
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A Message Every Man Needs To Hear — Rich Wilkerson Jr.
This week on Mature Me, Rich unpacks the story of Gideon from Judges 6 and reminds us that fear will try to bury your calling — but God sees more in you than you feel in yourself. He calls you mighty before you even fight the battle. He sends you out with the strength you already have. Whether you've been hiding your gifts, questioning your worth, or waiting until you feel ready, this message will encourage you to step out of the wine press and into the life God has designed for you.Check it out now!Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: https://www.richwilkersonjr.comWatch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en
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The Heart And The Cost Of Shepherding God’s People — VOUS Pastors Assembly Panel — Rich Wilkerson Jr.
This week on Mature Me, Rich and DawnCheré host a panel from Pastors Assembly—VOUS Church’s two-day gathering created to equip pastors with practical tools, spiritual refreshment, and renewed vision for the long road of ministry.They’re joined by Joel Tudman, Dave Niblock, and Mariah McManus Goss for a conversation on the heart and cost of shepherding God’s people. Together, they explore the relational side of calling and the daily disciplines that shape leaders. The panel dives into pastoring through seasons of grief, finding your voice, wrestling with God, and learning to declare truth over yourself. Wisdom flows through every moment: every pastor needs a pastor, timing is everything, and pastoring often means sitting, waiting, and being open-handed.This episode is a reminder that leadership in the Kingdom begins with walking closely with Jesus, carrying His heart, and extending the grace you’ve been given.Don’t miss this powerful conversation—watch now 🔗Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: https://www.richwilkersonjr.comWatch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en
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VOUS Staff Meeting: The Circle Every Leader Should Live In — Rich Wilkerson Jr.
On the road to VOUSCon earlier this year, Rich led a staff meeting to celebrate wins, cast vision, and talk about where they’re headed.In this session, Rich unpacks a leadership principle inspired by Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: the Circle of Concern, the Circle of Influence, and the Circle of Control. He explains how great leaders focus on what they can actually lead, change, and steward—rather than being consumed by what’s out of their hands.Drawing from Genesis 45, Rich shares three areas every leader must keep under control: attitude, habits, and voice. It’s a reminder that effective leadership starts with leading yourself well.Catch the full leadership talk and be encouraged to lead—proactively, intentionally, and faithfully.Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: https://www.richwilkersonjr.comWatch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en