Real change and real ministry starts with the leader. That’s you. Are you doing what God would have you do? Are you serving as the hands and feet of Jesus? Is your heart broken for the poor and for the lost? If you are not living into that yourself, with your own...
One man in his late 20s entered a new church eager for leadership. He was particularly interested in high-profile ministry positions that carried a good deal of responsibility. Instead he was asked to start with more humble ministry assignments, which he refused....
A former California lifeguard, Neil Cole, tells this story. For several years I worked as a lifeguard on the beaches of Southern California. Lifeguards have one prime directive: to save lives. They also have many other tasks to do on the side and they are paid to do...
In order to grow and keep moving forward, we need to know where we’re headed. Nice-sounding but vague goals may seem helpful, but actually serve to hold us back. For instance, we want disciples but haven’t clarified what a disciple looks like. Or we want to develop...
What’s your motivation for delegation? Desire to develop others and help them grow Focus on what only you can do (God’s calling) Make a greater ministry impact: how what they are doing advances the kingdom of God Why don’t we delegate? We don’t plan ahead so things...
I’ve found that people in the physical therapy field are fond of saying, “Strength is not enough– balance is also important.” Sometimes football players are incredibly strong but their balance is terrible. They need both of those to do their jobs– and all...
