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.
Dear Friend, There’s nothing more important to our church than your development as a servant leader. Consequently, we want to do everything we can to help you on your spiritual journey. That’s why we need your help. We’re asking you to complete the Assessment of...
7. DWELLING ON THE "WORST CASE" SCENARIO. As one who recognizes the validity and importance of spiritual gifts, one of my dominate gifts is discernment. It can be a positive gift when God's in control of my life. However, when I try to take...
As the Senior Pastor of the Mars Hill Baptist Church, I am the voice – the mouthpiece for God’s vision for the Mars Hill Baptist Church of Chicago. Psalm 127:1 says, “Unless the Lord builds the house, its builders labor in vain…” God implies, “Unless I am...
8. WAITING UNTIL THERE IS A PROBLEM TO PROVIDE FEEDBACK. As a pastor, I understand the importance of encouraging others. It empowers others to reach their fullest potential. Furthermore, it motivates them to want to go the extra mile. Because I...
9. STAYING TOO BUSY. I've too often made the mistake of assuming that since I'm busy I'm adding value. It's very possible to be constantly busy and be completely ineffective. By the way, email can be the biggest trap of all. If I wanted to, I could...
Leadership Guru, John Maxwell is known for saying: “Everything rises & falls on leadership.” Even though I've been in various leadership roles for about 20 years now, I'm still learning what it takes to be a good leader. Because of that, I feel...
Can you believe that Easter is only four and a half weeks away? Man, crazy, isn't it? As I'm sure is the case with many of you, we are well underway preparing and getting ready to host one of the greatest ministry opportunities of the year. This year...
In case you haven't noticed, I have the book, Made to Stick, by Chip Heath and Dan Heath on my "Books I’m Currently Reading" list. I've started and stopped, started and stopped and started and stopped. Hate that! But now, I've started AGAIN and have...
Family – After two weeks of rest & rejuvenation, I’m gearing up to start a new series entitled, "Gametime." During this series, together we will discover God’s will for our lives. Discovering God's will can be a difficult process, especially...
I started blogging "unofficially" on MySpace as a hobby. Now it's a vital part of my ministry portfolio. I plan to use it to supplement my weekend messages. Don't you wish blogger or typepad had been around 2,000 years ago. I wonder if Jesus would have...
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