Leadership is often a lonely endeavor, and our common rhythm of ministry practices may lead us into a false sense of self-sufficiency and unnecessary isolation.
What do friendships have to do with church growth?
Names can indicate character or destiny. They project parents’ fondest hopes and dreams for their sons and daughters.
Hear Bob Whitesel share what his marriage unveiled about how different leaders approach decisions and even God.
Wondering how the church down the street became one full of life and vibrancy?
One thing’s for sure. It’s a lot easier to start something than to finish it.
Are you courageous? How do the daily choices you make reflect this quality?
“Extraordinary leadership requires everything: your heart for relational leadership, your soul for spiritual leadership, mind for managerial leadership and your strength for visionary leadership.”
This book directly ties leadership skills to the greatest commandment as explained by Jesus.
Let’s look at some agenda questions that can stimulate spiritual discussion and learning.
People are watching you. Church leaders can only show what they know.
Reevaluate your desire to quit. How does it compare to Peter and John in Acts 4?
Can we improve on servant-leadership? What about a shepherd-leader?
Kent Evans’ book, Wise Guys, is a refreshing, unique and multi-layered book.
I find that most of us – especially my fellow guys – are not highly skilled at tapping into wiser minds. I believe this is primarily due to pride and ego. But, in addition, I think we also carry wrong assumptions about mentorship that can keep us from diving in.
What leadership styles do you have in your church?
I learned the hard way that I cannot place my entire identity in my job title or employer’s good name.
How many people are frustrated because they feel underused in the Church? How many people are sitting in their seat week after week untapped because we won’t let go?
Ponder how you would handle these tough life scenarios.
As the work of the church plays out on a daily basis, behind the scenes are hurt leaders who are forced to move on because they don’t have the time, energy, resources, or leadership to simply stop and process it all.
