“I wish I had read this book years ago when I was in a public spiritual leadership role. I did not know how spiritually unhealthy I was. I would have told you that Jesus was my security, but deep down, it wasn’t true. I looked for security in marriages. After four, I realized that was not it—but it was costly. If only someone had told me the truth, like Dave Wiedis has in this book, it could have saved a lot of heartache and damage. Quick! Buy this book and apply its principles before you, too, create damage with your ruling passion.”

Ruth Graham, Author of Transforming Loneliness and Forgiving My Father, Forgiving Myself

 

“Dave Wiedis’s The Spiritually Healthy Leader is the transparent account of his personal spiritual growth and the fruit of his many years of serving leaders, so that men and women might be authentic in ministry and deeply Christ-centered. Pastors, scholars, Sunday school teachers, and Christians leading in the home will be challenged, encouraged, and enriched by this thoughtful, tender illumination of the throne room of the soul.”

Dr. Peter A. Lillback, President, Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia

  • “My friend Dave Wiedis offers a gospel-rich, practical guide for leaders seeking freedom from the hidden idols that can sabotage life and ministry. The Spiritually Healthy Leader is insightful, honest, and rooted in biblical truth, offering not just diagnosis but a clear path to transformation. Having seen Dave lead other leaders with grace and wisdom, I know firsthand that he embodies the truths he shares. This book is a vital resource for any leader desiring to serve God with integrity and joy."

    Scott Sauls, Pastor, Speaker, Writer, Supporter of Leaders and Pastors

  • “In The Spiritually Healthy Leader, our trusted friend and colleague Dave Wiedis uses his extraordinary gifts and personal, legal, and counseling experience to provide invaluable, life-changing insights about the problems that cause so much pain and drag so many leaders down. This book exposes the root causes for these patterns of self-defeat and illuminates the path to true freedom in Christ. Every Christian leader, including legislators and public servants, will benefit from the sound biblical principles that are presented in this gold mine of wisdom. We highly recommend it.”

    Mike Johnson, Speaker of the US House of Representatives, Kelly Johnson, Licensed Pastoral Counselor

  • “Overflowing with wisdom, scriptural insight, and personal vulnerability, The Spiritually Healthy Leader is for all believers who desire to confront the ruling passions that keep their hearts from an uninhibited, authentic relationship with Jesus. This book will challenge you to confront false loves, false trusts, and false definitions of success and failure. I highly recommend this book and believe it will be used by the Holy Spirit to shape many hearts and lives.”

    Jimmy Dodd, Founder, PastorServe; Author

  • “It’s a sad irony that Christian leaders are some of the most vulnerable and yet least aware of ruling passions. The Spiritually Healthy Leader provides a biblically based, practical approach to identifying ruling passions and embracing the powerful love of Jesus. As both a professional counselor and pastor, I know the value of this self-examination, both for ministry leaders and those they serve, and highly recommend this book.”

    Winston T. Smith, Rector, St. Anne's Church Abington

  • “The joy of life, relationships, and ministry with Jesus often gets sabotaged by self-protective vows like ‘I will never be hurt,’ ‘I’ll always be the strong one,’ or ‘I need to always be affirmed.’ In the Spiritually Healthy Leader, Dave Wiedis is the experienced counselor you need to enjoy greater freedom, loving relationships, and flourishing ministry.”

    Drs. Bill and Kristi Gaultiere, Founders of Soul Shepherding; Authors of Journey of the Soul and Healthy Feelings, Thriving Faith

  • “Dave Wiedis’s The Spiritually Healthy Leader uncovers the hidden struggles of ministry, offering profound biblical wisdom and practical insight to help leaders overcome and find freedom from self-sabotage in Christ. A must-read for those seeking to lead with authenticity and lasting impact.”

    Tim Clinton, President and CEO, American Association of Christian Counselors

  • “Dave Wiedis has developed something remarkably special in The Spiritually Healthy Leader. With the tender and compassionate heart of a wise biblical counselor, Wiedis addresses the very core of what drives people and controls their decision-making—the heart. There is no more important ministry than going after what motivates every person, and The Spiritually Healthy Leader does it beautifully. This book should be required reading for anyone in ministry. It convicted, comforted, and dazzled me.”

    Shelby Abbott, Author, Speaker, Campus Minister

  • “Dave Wiedis offers safe and candid medicine for the heart of the servant leader. A good read and great gift for the called and chosen.”

    Dr. Alveda King, Speak for Life

Paul Kuzma, Director and Board-Certified Pastoral Counselor, Center for Spiritual Renewal, Christiansburg, VA

“You want to ensure you are ready to be challenged before opening this book! Dave has penned a thorough framework that holds promise for deep transformation and is very practical for becoming a spiritually healthy leader.”

Michael Geer, President, Pennsylvania Family Institute, Harrisburg, PA

“This book combines deep spiritual insights with practical steps to help Christian leaders in any capacity gain true freedom in Christ and be rescued from the miry clay of their flesh. I highly recommend it!”

Tim Clinton, President and CEO, American Association of Christian Counselors

“Dave Wiedis’s The Spiritually Healthy Leader uncovers the hidden struggles of ministry, offering profound biblical wisdom and practical insight to help leaders overcome and find freedom from self-sabotage in Christ. A must-read for those seeking to lead with authenticity and lasting impact.”

Rick James, Founder, Cru Press; Publisher, Ratio Christi Press

“The Spiritually Healthy Leader is a master work that makes just about any other counseling/sanctification book superfluous. I cannot believe how flawless, complete, biblical, personable, insightful, and godly it is.”