God’s Powerful Vision for Your Life
The BIG IdeaGod’s trademark of calling and using individuals and events to further His kingdom, solve important social issues, and bring glory to Himself.
Everyone has a BIG idea!
This website and specifically, my book – God’s Powerful Vision for Your Life: The BIG Idea is one way I will be promoting & pursuing leadership in the 21st Century.
“God’s Powerful Vision for Your Life: The BIG Idea is a book about a big vision to live a big life because of a big God. Don’t get caught up in small thinking, small planning, small goals, small vision, and small living. God created you for much more. Greg Long offers you a timely biblical reminder in these pages. Take and read.”
Dr. Dan DeWittThe BIG Idea
“God placing a vision on your heart & mind, one which you cannot ignore or escape, and must obey.”
I continuously seek books that challenge my leadership to be consistent with my values and faith. “God’s Powerful Vision for Your Life: The Big Idea” does just that. In this book, as you journey with Nehemiah as he seeks to complete the vision God planted in his heart, be prepared to reflect on the things that God is equipping you to do through your own leadership. This book is a refreshing change from the “step by step how to” approach found in other books. It will challenge you to reflect deeply on your motives, needs and desire to serve God in your leadership roles.
Kim Ramsey-White, Ph.D.Do you have an idea that just won’t go away? It’s always on your mind, popping up at the craziest time. Me too.
I’m not talking about a mere invention or the world’s next best widget. I’m speaking of an idea that will change the course of your life, and the lives of others. A cause to be addressed, a need to be met, a problem to be solved.
Throughout history there have been many BIG Ideas that have changed the events and lives of people.
Historical Examples
- Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt;
- The colonists leaving England;
- The American Revolution;
- The D-Day invasion;
- The first moon landing;
- Noah building the ark;
- Martin Luther and The Reformation;
- Martin Luther King’s, “I Have a Dream,” speech.
Leadership Concepts
As Nehemiah rebuilt the Wall, he demonstrated several powerful assets of leadership.
Faith
Handling Adversity
Teamwork
Passion
Resourcefulness
Perseverance
Obedience
Servant Leadership
“Greg’s book is for anyone who is a leader and includes important topics such as: vision, communication, integrity, staying true and authentic, developing others, focus, dealing with naysayers, and answering a “calling.” Insightful and practical. From the Old Testament, but relevant for today’s world.”
Nancy ShortThink you’ve “heard it all” when it comes to the Book of Nehemiah? Perish the thought. Greg delivers an affable, inspiring, and extremely practical read that challenges you and I to reconsider what God wants accomplished and how to lead so those Big Ideas become reality. You’ll find yourself compelled to take notes and mark pages as you come across invaluable insights, so grab a pen and start reading!
Randy BeaversonAbout Gregory Long
Live to Serve – Serve to Live
For more than half his lifetime, Greg has been a leader – and helped others lead better.
His leadership roles cross a far-ranging spectrum, from youth performing-arts organizations to service clubs, churches, hospitals and schools. Greg especially enjoys working with young leaders and new leaders. One of Greg’s goals is to help new leaders learn quickly and lead better – to not make the same mistakes he made.
Greg currently serves on the North American training team for Kiwanis International’s Key Leader initiative; a youth leadership event focusing on servant leadership. In that capacity, he has facilitated 25 Kiwanis Key Leader workshops, impacting more than 1300 Key Club and other high school leaders.
He currently teaches undergraduate classes, including Leadership; Management & Leadership; Organizational Communications; Organizational Behavior; Principles of Management; International Business Operations and Global Marketing. Greg has taught both traditional and on line courses. Greg has been recognized twice by university students as outstanding faculty member for the Jetter School of Business.
He has presented leadership and volunteerism seminars at more than 250 state, provincial, regional and international conferences in 45 states, 6 Canadian provinces, Hong Kong, Cayman Islands and the UK.
Greg is a Magna Cum Laude graduate from Park University, and has earned a Master of Arts Degree in Philanthropic Studies, through Indiana University.
On a personal level, Greg enjoys hiking, camping, & canoeing.
What Others are Saying…
Greg’s insights are unique and thought-provoking. This is a deep and encouraging dive into your faith and how God can use you to influence others. You will be a better leader after reading this book.
Lilya Wagner, Ph.D.Nehemiah had never been recognized as a great figure in biblical history until Greg Long highlighted his amazing accomplishment in rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem and powerfully applied this miracle for leaders today.
Patrick HurleyGreg’s narrative of Nehemiah, brought whole new meaning and importance to me for this ancient story. You’ll think differently about your leadership after reading this book.
Tom PoundGod’s Powerful Vision for Your Life
The BIG IdeaGod’s trademark of calling and using individuals and events to further His kingdom, solve important social issues, and bring glory to Himself.
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