For those of us who frequently complain about being "too busy," (hand raised) I think we should respond by giving thanks to God.
We influence whether we acknowledge it or not. Our influence can be accidental, or it can be purposeful.
Ever catch yourself saying, "It's not my fault"? Maybe you say it but with different words. Find out how to move away from this mentality and into better leadership.
How can you bring the fruits of God’s Spirit to your workplace in your character, relationships, skills, and productivity?
As a leader, you should commit to showing love as God does to others each and every day.
As leaders, let's recognize that we serve a God that we can't contain in a "box" of our expectations or whims. God's presence in our lives requires His terms and not our own.
There are three practices I’ve noticed that are missing, absent, or a low priority for local church staff. What are the consequences of these missing practices?
Work is not the enemy, and businesses are not the enemy. In fact, even those who oppose our faith are not the enemy. The real enemy is us. We must learn to see our work as serving God.
With everyone’s attention on the graduates and the pastor’s advice for them, these ceremonies are opportunities to assure the graduates: “We’ve pulled for you; we’ve prayed for you; we’re proud of you.” What else do graduates need to hear?
When you know the heart of God, when you have seen the hand of God in action, you can anticipate what is coming next even if you have to wait.
Our mission was to serve. We felt called to address the marginalized and the vulnerable who were struggling to access quality healthcare. Through this journey we've learned many lessons in leadership.
Leading with empathy is something every leader should do. It not only endears you to your employees but it forms stronger connections between you, employees, suppliers, and more.
A few years ago I attended the funeral of a dear friend whose words back in 1969 changed the direction of my life and ministry.
As leaders in our homes, communities, organizations, or church, we must work to keep the flow of reconciliation going.
What does it look like practically to work in ways that are not self-seeking? There are infinite answers to that question. Here are just three.
The next time you are tempted to depreciate your work, regroup and celebrate your sacred calling!
Pride is difficult to deal with, for so often prideful people can see the problem in others, yet not be able to see within themselves.
Engaging with unchurched individuals (the “Nones”) who aren’t actively seeking a church requires a careful and thoughtful approach.
I have shouldered a strenuous medical career for the past 30 years as an anesthesiologist. However, there was a huge void in my primary interest to act as a caring human being who loves to comfort people in need.
My dad didn’t do this perfectly, but he came a lot closer than most.
