If you're anything like me, then the chances are that you've had your fair share of struggles as a leader. These obstacles can be frustrating but in reality, aren't so much an issue to overcome rather than the everyday bumps in our careers and personal lives; this is what I write about on my blog.
Life has a way of rearranging your schedule without your permission. If you had a chance to go back and time redo life, would you? Everyone has made poor choices or done something in their past that could possibly be labeled as regrettable. But, think about it. The...
Bruno Mars is not alone when he wakes up singing, Oh, today I don’t feel like doing anything. I just want to lay in my bed. Let’s face it - some days it’s harder than others to drag ourselves out of bed & jumpstart our day. I call it winning “World War Me.” It’s...
Humility increases our appreciation for God. To respect God's majesty, we must compare ourself to his greatness. When we look at creation, we often feel small by comparison. To feel small is a healthy way to get back to reality, but God does not want us to dwell on...
I love history! It gives you an opportunity to learn about your past and stand on the shoulders of giants. What's more exciting than learning history is MAKING history. That's exactly what we're doing at the Mars Hill Baptist Church of Chicago. We're celebrating...
I am surprised and humbled by the overwhelming response to this week’s post, “Humbling Lessons In Change & Transition.” If you missed it, you can read it HERE. (Sanctuary renovation - 2011) In 2011, I shared some new and exciting changes at Mars Hill Baptist...
I’ll admit, as a leader it’s quite easy to get caught up with a vision. It’s natural because as leader’s we’re encouraged to look out for opportunities and then take the lead in making things happen. But sometimes we find ourselves alone out front, and wonder what...
My father, the late Rev. Dr. Clarence E. Stowers, Sr. was a wise man. He had a lot of what's missing today - COMMON SENSE. He was an expert at summing up life with quick pithy statements. The best financial planning seminar I ever attended was my dad's. It didn't...
Happy Hump Day! Sometimes life is lonely and filled with pitfalls, discouragement and rejection. When those dark days roll around and I need a boost, I open my praise file & remember what God has done for me. Instead of keeping failure and negative files, keep a...
Over two thousand years ago, in the Middle East, an event occurred that permanently changed the world. Because of that event, history was split. Every time you write a date, you’re using the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the focal point. What’s so important about...
Like many, I eagerly anticipated the airing of the show Scandal. Whenever I see beautiful, African Americans who are power players in our Nation’s capital, I’m excited. So, like millions, I was glued to the TV wondering what would happen to Hollis, will Fitz divorce...
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