It has become increasingly common these days not only to argue the merits of a viewpoint but to denigrate opponents’ character. It is perfectly appropriate to argue the pros and cons of each view. But castigating opponents’ character, smearing their reputation, and spreading falsehood and unsubstantiated rumors does not strengthen one’s case.
The challenge is that many people think they are a part of the solution when they are not.
Richard Blackaby reviews Dave Ferguson's book, "Hero Maker: Five Essential Practices for Leaders to Multiply Leaders."
Richard Blackaby reviews James Clear's book, Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones.
Richard Blackaby reviews Paul David Tripp's book, Dangerous Calling: Confronting the Unique Challenge of Pastoral Ministry.
How different exchanges between Christians would be today if Christians always sought to advance the gospel and glorify God.
Learning the ways of the world will come easy. Author Richard Blackaby, however, shares the importance of reorienting ourselves to the ways of God.
Here are some thoughts on movements of God.
A book review of Leading Change without Losing It: Five Strategies that Can Revolutionize How You Lead Change When Facing Opposition, by Carey Nieuwhof
A book review of Daniel Levitin's "The Organized Mind: Thinking Straight in the Age of Information Overload."
I confess, Joseph is one of my Bible heroes.
A book review of "Rooting for Rivals: How Collaboration and Generosity Increase the Impact of Leaders, Charities, and Churches," by Peter Greer and Chris Horst (with Jill Heisey).
Book review of "Thinking, Fast and Slow," by Daniel Kahneman, winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in Economics.
Often we have more than we need for an abundant faith and life, but haven't put it to full use.
A book review of Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can't Stop Talking, by Susan Cain.
There are no easy answers for today’s leaders. However, there are some tried-and-true anchors to which you can tether your leadership.
Jordan B. Peterson, author of Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life, has become famous for his intellectual, honest search for truth and understanding. He dares to challenge many of the accepted norms of modern society and engenders much animosity as a result.
We must remember that our ways are not God’s ways.
Here's my review of On Reading Well: Finding the Good Life through Great Books, by Karen Swallow Prior.
This book is well written and digs into key Scriptures, some of which are not often studied by the average Christian.
