The core practice to create and send leaders is challenging but absolutely necessary. The new life we have through Jesus is not meant to begin and end in us. We are called to reproduce our life and leadership in others. Jesus spent the bulk of his ministry creating and sending leaders. He ... Read More about 4 Steps to Help You Create and Send Leaders
Learning to Tell Your Story
For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. 14 I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.[a] Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. 15 My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in secret, intricately woven ... Read More about Learning to Tell Your Story
Show and Tell
When I was young, “Show and Tell” used to be one of my favorite things. The reason why I loved it so much is that I got the opportunity to get up in front of the class and talk about something that was very special to me. And I still love show-and-tell but not for the reasons I loved it back ... Read More about Show and Tell
Intimacy with God and One Another
We have been created to grow in intimacy with God and one another by reading and practicing scripture together. But learning how to cultivate this in real life can be difficult. Here are some suggestions that might be helpful to you and others as you embed the scriptures into your life and ... Read More about Intimacy with God and One Another
Reflecting on Your Biggest Influencers
"...commission Joshua and encourage and strengthen him, for he will lead the people across the Jordan" (Deut. 3:28 NLT) Someone's leadership has helped you become the person you are today. We have all been influenced by someone imparticular. They have shaped us with their words, actions, and ... Read More about Reflecting on Your Biggest Influencers
You Can’t Lead What You Don’t Live
Our lives teach and influence others. In order for us to help others grow their roots deep down into Christ, our lives must show the value of our relationship with Jesus by how we live and what we do. You can't lead what you don't live. Think about it. How influential will your encouragement of ... Read More about You Can’t Lead What You Don’t Live
Managing the Tension to Invest in People
Let me introduce you to Max and Samantha. You may know a family like them. They have two children, Ryan age 12 and Grace age 7. They are your typical family – busy with school and various activities. Ryan plays in the school band and on the baseball team while Grace has been involved in gymnastics ... Read More about Managing the Tension to Invest in People