{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Gradually, Then Suddenly | Mark Batterson","description":"On this episode, I sit down with Mark Batterson, my friend, best-selling author, and pastor of National Community Church, for a heartfelt conversation about his inspiring new book, Gradually, Then Suddenly.   Together, we unpack powerful themes from Mark Batterson\u2019s life and writing, including the importance of embracing gradual growth, the value of long obedience, and trusting that God works through seasons of waiting just as much as in breakthrough moments. You\u2019ll hear real stories of dreaming big, failing and starting over, giving generously, and staying humble and hungry, no matter where you are on your journey.   Whether you\u2019re feeling stuck, facing adversity, or struggling to see the fruit of your hard work, this conversation is a reminder that progress often comes \u201cgradually, then suddenly.\u201d You\u2019ll walk away encouraged to stay faithful, keep growing, and believe that your own breakthrough might be closer than you think.     About Mark, Mark Batterson is the New York Times bestselling author of two dozen adult and children\u2019s books including Win the Day, Chase the Lion and A Million Little Miracles. His newest book is Gradually Then Suddenly, How to Dream Bigger, Decide Better, and Leave a Lasting Legacy. More than 10 million of his books are in print in dozens of languages. Mark is also the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. One church with multiple campuses, NCC owns and operates Ebenezers Coffeehouse, the DC Dream Center and the Capital Turnaround\u2014a 100,000-square-foot city block that includes an event venue and child development center. Mark holds a doctor of ministry degree from Regent University. He and his wife, Lora, have been married for 30 years, have three adult children and reside on Capitol Hill. For more information, visit markbatterson.com and Instagram.com\/markbatterson & https:\/\/twitter.com\/markbatterson   Here\u2019s a few additional resources for you\u2026 Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11 Order my new book 'The 7 Commitments of a Great Team' today! Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It\u2019s advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters. Ready to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose? The Certified Positive Leader Program is for anyone who wants to grow as a leader from the inside out. It\u2019s a self-paced experience built around my most impactful leadership principles with tools you can apply right away to improve your mindset, relationships, and results. You\u2019ll discover what it really means to lead with positivity\u2026 and how to do it every day. Learn more here! Join me for my Day of Development! You\u2019ll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You\u2019ll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It\u2019s time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here. Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare! ","author_name":"The Jon Gordon Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/positiveuniversity.com\/","html":"