by Clarence E. Stowers | Feb 25, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, Church Issues, Leadership, Teamwork
Every now and then I run across great information that MUST BE shared with my readers. I subscribe to Church Leaders, a blog dedicated to helping leaders lead better everyday. Today’s article by Chad Missildine, Pastor with LifeChurch.tv in Fort Worth, Texas is SO GOOD that I had to share it with you.
What is a Plastic Church?
A Plastic Church is a church that looks like church from the outside: building, services, staff, etc. Who knows, there may even be a steeple! On the inside, however, the Plastic Church barely resembles a church at all. No real community of believers, no prayer, no real concern for people, no application of Scripture in real life, no transformation. These are all signs of a real, authentic church. Could you have a Plastic Church or be on your way?
A plastic church looks like church from the outside, but inside there’s no real community.
Here are 10 Ways to Become a Plastic Church:
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by Clarence E. Stowers | Feb 22, 2011 | Decisions, Empowerment, Goals, Leadership, Money and Finance, Self-Leadership
Last week I stopped by Jimmy John’s in Oak Park, IL to grab some lunch. While eating, I noticed a sign on the wall that read: “Warren Buffet’s list of 10 Rules for Getting Rich.” Instead of ripping the sign off the wall and risking felony charges for theft and vandalism, I whipped out my iPad (never leave home without it) and typed the rules while enjoying a #4 Turkey Tom Sandwich with Honey Dijon mustard.
The rules were simple, yet profound. Here’s Warren Buffet’s 10 Rules for Getting Rich in its entirety (Source: Jimmy John’s Wall – Oak Park, IL):
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by Clarence E. Stowers | Feb 7, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, Empowerment, Leadership, Servant Leadership
Happy Monday & welcome to Monday’s Online School of Leadership!
I’m enjoying our time together as we discuss and discover leadership from a servant’s perspective. If this is your first time with us, check out Session One: “The Best Kept Leadership Secret” by reading Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 .
Last week I began Session 2 – The Power of Being a Servant-Leader. If you haven’t read it, you can do so HERE. Friday’s session ended with me sharing the consequences of not having a servant-leader attitude. Again, if you haven’t read it, you can CLICK HERE and read it NOW. Today, let’s take a look at David’s heart – the right attitude towards servant-leadership.
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by Clarence E. Stowers | Feb 4, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, Empowerment, Leadership, Servant Leadership
Personally, I’m enjoying sharing my thoughts on servant-leadership. I know it’s counter-cultural to what we know about leadership. However, if you desire to lead God’s way, then servant-leadership is the way to go. Yesterday I began the conversation sharing The Power of Being a Servant-Leader. If you haven’t read it, you can read it HERE. Today, I’d like to continue the conversation by sharing the consequences of not having a servant-leader attitude.
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by Clarence E. Stowers | Feb 3, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, Empowerment, Leadership, Servant Leadership
Welcome to Session 2: The Power of Being a Servant-Leader. I’m excited about the concept of hosting an Online School of Leadership. What’s great about this school is that no matter where you are in the world, all you need to do is log on to this blog and elevate your leadership skills. Last week we learned how being a servant is the best kept leadership secret. If you missed it, you can read Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 now.
The Power of Being a Servant-Leader
The term servant-leader probably conjures up images of someone who is always walking behind others, picking up after them and simply playing a supporting role. But just because you support and serve those you lead, doesn’t mean you are a doormat or any less of leader. It is probably the idea that a leader should have an elevated rather than serving position that hinders us from really understanding what being a servant-leader is about.
Think about epic stories like Braveheart. In the movie you see Mel Gibson as the lead character who is spurring his followers on to fight for freedom. But he doesn’t sit back and direct the battle from a distant hill. He is there in the front lines with his men, serving them in battle, fighting alongside them and yet still leading them. This is a powerful image of a servant-leader. Because of his servant heart, his men stood toe-toe with him until the very end.
Did you enjoy today’s session?
Join me tomorrow as I discuss King Saul who vividly portrays the consequences of not having a Servant-Leader’s attitude.
by Clarence E. Stowers | Jan 31, 2011 | Empowerment, Excellence, Leadership, Servant Leadership
Happy Monday! Welcome to Monday’s edition of The Online School of Leadership.
Today marks the beginning of another week and I trust that you decided start the week strong. Last week I defined servant leadership and shared how leaders can lead and serve simultaneously. You can read more about it HERE and HERE. Today we conclude Session One: The Best Kept Leadership Secret discovering the characteristics of a servant leader.
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