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.
King Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived provides an excellent jumping off point for developing the character qualities essential to good leadership. Leaders cultivate character by acquiring wisdom and understanding (Proverbs 2:1-11). Of course, those possessions...
A team is capable of accomplishing things that no individual, no matter how multi-talented, could do alone. To function well: A team must be committed to a common vision and purpose, and it must be willing to work in unity for the improvement of the whole rather than...
The mark of a great leader is how many great people will join his or her team. King David’s team was comprised of “mighty men.” Because David attempted mighty things, only the mighty could keep up with him. Those who could not keep pace could not join the team. Don...
On Saturday August 29, over 200 people boarded the Spirit of Chicago to celebrate my 10th Anniversary as Pastor of the Mars Hill Baptist Church of Chicago. The event was fun, festive, and classy! I love Mars Hill and consider it a privilege to serve as her pastor....
Many people believe Michael Moore is the most dangerous man in the world. Personally, I like him because he's funny & annoying to the powers that be. He is an Academy Award winning filmmaker, author, and liberal political commentator. He is the director and...
We all have done things like starting a business with no business plan. Quitting a regular and somewhat satisfying job to get back to our millionaire dreams. For me decision making was always simple and fast. “Just follow the heart.” I never cared to think if it...
Recently, I had a chance to take an extended vacation (hard to pull off for pastors) and drive to the Cooperstown Dreams Park National Invitational Tournament in Cooperstown, NY. Much like the National Baseball Hall of Fame for Major League baseball players, each...
Well, I've just returned to blogging after two weeks of vacationing and catching up on some much needed rest. While away, I had a chance to reflect on life, marriage, my relationship with God, ministry, and family. Over the course of the next few weeks, I will blog...
Ed Stetzer recently compiled a list of 48 questions to ask yourself for honing your personal accountability. Unfortunately, each year we hear of preachers, politicians, and athletes who compromise their integrity and make life-ruining mistakes. Sadly, many of those...
Mr. President, Congratulations on making history as the first African-American President of the United States of America! I admire you for your courage, passion, and tenacity. Additionally, you have proven that you are an effective leader because you assumed...
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