There are appropriate times to engage in robust theological debate. There are also times when we must enlist every available Christian to help stem the tide of darkness.
Like all things, workplace joy takes consistency of intent and dedication. Here are four things I've experienced in my career that affected and promoted joy.
If you have ever worked with people, you have experienced conflict. It's almost impossible to work alongside, with, or for someone and not bump heads or disagree on something.
The first reason is that if you're not growing as a leader, your organization won't grow.
While old age may be beyond the control of church members and leaders, geriatrophy can be successfully treated if the community has retained a portion of its younger generations.
Far too many churches are handling designated giving in ways that can get them in trouble.
Overall, it takes more nerve to lay something to rest than it takes to start something new.
The voice on the phone said, "We'd like you to work with Bill. He's one of our supervisors. He has problems working well with other people."
Loving, judging and truth-telling are critical aspects of effective biblical leadership. But how do we balance them correctly?
What is your tendency in conflict?
Whether at home or in business, conflict is unavoidable.
Will you allow your team to give in to their excuses, or will you help them create opportunities?
Whether you lead in ministry or any kind of organization, Solomon has some great advice (and I paraphrase): “Be nice. But sometimes don’t be nice.”
Stop copying what other churches are doing.
You could be missing a key point when it comes to distractions.
Too often, people view the connection between discipleship and evangelism in one of two ways: either they inseparably lump them into one category, or one gets relegated to the wastelands of our faith life.
Waiting enlarges the space in our lives only God can fill. It stimulates hunger and thirst nothing but God can satisfy.
We have rhythms, routines, and rituals that make up our daily lives, and for many of us, these routines maintain our sanity.
No matter what you face this week, you don't have to face it alone.
I'm guessing you probably feel busier than ever. Almost every leader I talk to does.
