#10 - Dr. Matthew Weathers - From obese teen to triathlete - How to rebel against comfort and find purpose

Too often the church is heavy in body and light in doctrine.Dr. Weathers lays out how to break the bonds of the culture of Mediocrity, how to develop as a leader, and his most powerful habits!Guest Bio:Dr. Matthew Weathers is the Chief Enrollment Officer at Bob Jones University. He is a leadership developer, triathlete, and lifelong learner with a passion for inspiring young Christians to reject mediocrity.With a PhD in intercultural studies, nearly two decades of experience in higher education, and six years living and teaching in Asia, he has led outreach organizations and raised over $1 million for student aid through epic endurance athletic feats.Dr. Weathers is also the host of Steps to Thrive podcast, where he guides youth on practical growth, faith, and leadership.Social Links and Resources:Dr. Weathers’ Manifesto Against Mediocrity: https://www.stepstothrive.com/home/manifesto-against-mediocritySteps to Thrive: https://stepstothrive.com/,@stepstothrive: https://www.instagram.com/stepstothrive/Books:C.S. Lewis “Learning in Wartime” essayBrad Lomenick’s H3 Leadership bookEat, Move, Sleep bookNever Eat Alone book7 Habits of Highly Effective People bookWatch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/7VtPykUVxzEEverything at https://christianambitionp.wixsite.com/christian-ambition-1Other Platforms: https://linktr.ee/christian_ambitionLike, Comment, Subscribe. Share with a friend! Thx!If you are feeling extra generous give a rating atApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christian-ambition/id1853691506Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GPMwelC4woEEoy3nHeGSw?si=4591f353b33f4ef6Chapters:0:00 - Intro03:55 - Manifesto Against Mediocrity09:47 - Understanding Your Calling15:11 - Desires and God’s Guidance15:59 - Personal Achievements and Family Life17:40 - Endurance Sports and Ironman Challenges22:48 - Training and Motivation28:32 - Balancing Life and Priorities31:02 - Automating Discipline and Daily Routines35:27 - Navigating Life's Interruptions and Family Dynamics36:44 - Embracing Boredom for Growth45:45 - Confronting Uncomfortable Truths49:46 - The Weightiness of the Church and Leadership Development1:09:09 - Experiences in Asia and Cultural Insights1:10:22 - Rapid Fire Questions: Insights on Life1:13:51 - Defining Success and Eulogy Virtues