5 Things to Think About Before Communicating
We have all seen it happen. A conversation where someone says something and before the comment is out of their mouth, you can see regret… Read More »5 Things to Think About Before Communicating
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5 Ways to Invest in your Marriage
Hearing just today about yet another Christian couple separating and pursuing divorce brings me to my knees. Yet again. Tragically, this is not an unusual… Read More »5 Ways to Invest in your Marriage
Leading People in Times of Crisis
Two years ago, my family lived overseas on a long-term ministry assignment in a developing nation. We loved our work there and had adjusted to… Read More »Leading People in Times of Crisis
The Saving Grace of Community
Have you ever needed to be three places at one time and then at the most inopportune time the absolute LAST thing you need to… Read More »The Saving Grace of Community
Becoming a Champion for any Cause
I remember the first time I was truly invested in a cause. I was 14 years old, and I was asked by one of my… Read More »Becoming a Champion for any Cause
Encouraging a Habit of Reading
As church leaders who are required to speak, write, and lead our people with excellence, we know the importance of a regular reading habit. Whether… Read More »Encouraging a Habit of Reading
3 Ways to Build Hope
As a ministry leader we are asked to play many roles. One of the most common, yet one I can find quite challenging, is being… Read More »3 Ways to Build Hope
3 Ways to Find Meaning in the Mundane
So many of those we lead are living ordinary lives, grinding out their day-to-day obligations, and generally sticking to their weekly routine without a lot… Read More »3 Ways to Find Meaning in the Mundane
4 Easy Steps to Recruiting Committed Volunteers
Leaders of all Christian ministries and non-profit organizations learn very quickly that there is always too much to do and too few resources to accomplish… Read More »4 Easy Steps to Recruiting Committed Volunteers
Staying Untangled: The Importance of Soul Care
The other day I was trying to vacuum my living room, but the vacuum was unusually difficult to push. The last few times I vacuumed… Read More »Staying Untangled: The Importance of Soul Care
What To Do When Things Don’t Go As Planned
We moved into a new house last fall. We endured a cold and snowy winter, our first in many years, and as the snow thawed… Read More »What To Do When Things Don’t Go As Planned
The Power of Your Story
It is always exciting and inspiring to hear stories of someone sharing the Gospel with a neighbor, coworker, or even stranger and experiencing the privilege… Read More »The Power of Your Story