leadership
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Ten Practical Preparations for Hearing the Word of God on Sunday Morning
“As we enter the sanctuary, let us “come on the lookout for God and leave on the lookout for people.” Come with a quiet passion to seek God and his power. We will not be an unfriendly church if we are aggressive in our pursuit of God during the prelude and aggressive in our pursuit…
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5 Characteristics of an Excellent Team Member | Ron Edmondson
I love team dynamics and organizational structures. I have written many times about what makes a healthy team, my expectations of team members, and elements to build health into your team. I’m not sure I’ve talked specifically about the characteristics I believe make up excellent team members. Read… 5 Characteristics of an Excellent Team Member…
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Three Reasons Why You Must Guard Your Heart
As leaders we must be diligent to guard our hearts. King Solomon said it best: “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life” (Proverbs 4:23). This is necessary for at least three reasons: Read… Three Reasons Why You Must Guard Your Heart.
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Are You Tanning on the Beach While People Are Drowning?
I used to be a lifeguard and for my lifeguard training I recall doing simulation after simulation of first aid situations. One such drill, I went through the entire procedure and the evaluator’s response was… “That was excellent!” She went in to all the things I had executed perfectly… and then said: “But, you forgot…
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The Land of Unfamiliarity
We naturally gravitate toward what is familiar. Once we find a place to sit, we’ll sit there every time. Once we find a favorite dish, we’ll stop trying new things on the menu. Once we get into a routine, it’s next to impossible to get out of it. As the old adage put it: you…
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5 Differences Between a Talker & a Leader
Thomas Jefferson once said, “Don’t talk about what you have done or what you are going to do.“ He was surrounded by many great men, but experienced a sharp distinction between those who spoke well and those who lead well.His quote brings about a great question: What is the real difference between someone who can…
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How to Change the World « Alan Fadling
The following is inscribed on the tomb of an Anglican Bishop in Westminster Abby (1100 A.D.) When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world… Read: How to Change the World « Alan Fadling: Notes from my Unhurried Journey.
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Quitting…is not an option. | GregBairdOnline
Last year in ministry, I just about quit. And for sooooo many reasons which I will not go into. But, I searched the Scriptures and prayed, prayed, prayed and prayed some more. Then I read up on other ministry leaders and what they’ve experienced in the trenches. I came across Greg Baird’s take on quitting……
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Ministry Relationships: Back to Basics
Working with others can be a joy and sometimes… a huge burden, especially when we lose sight of the goal and take each other for granted. Instead of tapping into our different gifts and skills, we see them as threats and ministry relationships can turn to ugly conflict. And conflict can sometimes turn into resignation.…
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Leading In the Midst of Adversity
“Sometimes God allows adversity to come in our lives to build our character. God is more interested in our character than our comfort. Leadership is tough and filled with adversity. Challenges are around every corner. Sometimes the best thing we can do is ask ourselves and God, “What are you trying to teach me through…
Following and Trusting : Encountering God Out of the Box 