Episode 70: A Godly Man Before Any Title With Paul TenHakenEpisode 70: A Godly Man Before Any Title With Paul TenHaken
Fortitude
Paul TenHaken discusses how faith guided him through the toughest challenges as a leader during the pandemic. He shares insights on parenting, personal growth, and living intentionally.
34:47•23 Mar 2026
Faith and Fortitude: Paul TenHaken's Journey Beyond Politics
Episode Overview
- Paul TenHaken shares how his faith anchored him during the pandemic.
- Discusses the importance of being a role model for children.
- Explains how writing his obituary helps guide his life choices.
- Emphasises mental health advocacy post-pandemic.
- Reflects on balancing personal and professional responsibilities.
“"You have gone to the brink, but you haven't broke."”
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of perseverance and faith in this episode featuring Paul TenHaken, a man who wears many hats but identifies first and foremost as a person of faith. Before he was the mayor of Sioux Falls, Paul was a kid from Worthington, Minnesota, grappling with life's challenges like the rest of us.
Hosts Amos and Heather Kittelson take us on a journey beyond politics, exploring what it means to stay true to one's beliefs even when the going gets tough. Paul shares candidly about the trials he faced during the pandemic, describing it as the hardest period of his life. His faith became his anchor, helping him navigate through the storm.
He speaks about the importance of instilling values at home, highlighting how crucial it is for parents to be role models for their children in a world that often sends mixed messages. The conversation takes an introspective turn as Paul discusses his practice of writing his own obituary—a unique way to keep his life goals and priorities in check. This exercise, he explains, serves as a roadmap for living intentionally and ensuring that his life reflects his core values.
If you're looking for inspiration on how to lead a life filled with purpose and faith, Paul's story is a compelling testament to resilience and hope. Are you ready to reflect on what truly matters in your own life?
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