David’s life was different than those who went before him. God wanted to start something new, a new season in time, and the introduction of that time was wrapped up in David’s life, his destiny and calling in God. In many ways, these things lead David into difficulty and peril, so it wasn’t arranged with the priority of David’s comfort and / or convenience in mind. God’s will for us can lead us into inconvenience, discomfort and also peril. But that doesn’t mean we should try to avoid His will, or that the costs introduced by His will should be avoided. [Read more...]
Professional Christianity
Posted on February 26, 2013 // 3 Comments
“The Church was a family in Jerusalem, became an institution in Rome, a political tool in Europe & a business in the USA. SAD!” – Rick Warren
A professional is the citizen of a corporation, not the citizen of a family, as it appears to me.
So what do I mean by professional Christianity? It’s like, “If you really are called by God, you should be ministering for a living, right?” After all, significant spiritual contribution is reserved for those who are professionals, aka those who are “in the ministry.”
Reflections on Culture and Culture Change
Posted on January 21, 2013 // Leave a Comment
Understanding culture and it’s influence is very important in our times, especially as we encounter diverse people and people groups. While this is especially valuable in our interactions with people from other nations / ethnic groups, it can be equally valuable much closer to home. Everyone has had a unique group of experiences and inputs that have helped shape who they are. This is true on the individual level, as well as the group level, regardless of size, regardless of location. [Read more...]
Being Led
Posted on November 18, 2012 // Leave a Comment
I am reminded today, that those with influence direct the attention of those they influence, they reveal what is important (to them) and tend to shape the perspective/understanding/belief of those who are under their influence. This is a sobering reality, whether you are leading or following, but I can see evidence of this reality all around. Isn’t this fact one reason why the bible says that too many should not be teachers, because they will receive a stronger evaluation or judgement? Leaders will share in the responsibility of the outcomes they have influenced.How is this true?
Seeds are powerful
November 6 – Nicaragua
Posted on November 5, 2012 // Leave a Comment
Prayers requested and appreciated as three of us are headed to Managua, Nicaragua tomorrow for the 3rd installment of the Youth Event we helped start a few years back. This time we have opened the event up to youth in a broader way, as the last two times was focused on youth pastors/leaders only.
Last time we were there, the participants decided that what was necessary was a clearer sense of identity, hence the name Identity2012. Here is a shot of the last gathering:
Here is a link to the site: Identity2012
Please agree with us in prayer that the Lord will reveal himself as the source of true identity.
Please ask for the right words to be spoken, at the right time, and that revelation would go forth from the Lord, helping to establish this emerging generation in the faith.
Thanks for your help, and blessings to you!
We will be posting updates during the trip here.
Overcoming – Epic Faith II
Posted on August 26, 2012 // Leave a Comment
One of the prevailing influences or “spirits of the age” in our times attempts to govern behavior and life itself thru commerce and commercial incentive. This motivation has a final destination in mind and it is not a good one. You students of the book of Revelation will, no doubt, “get my drift.”
We will need to fight in order to overcome this, to be led, not by money, but by the will of God. [Read more...]
Think
Posted on August 12, 2012 // Leave a Comment
When clarity is needed, nothing else will do. |
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Leadership is meant to make strength productive. |
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Leadership is defined by results, not attributes. |
Drucker |
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Knowledge has to be improved, challenged, and increased constantly, or it vanishes. |
Peter F. Drucker |
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this (life) is not for children or small adults…. |
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Making good decisions is a crucial skill at every level. |
Drucker |
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Rank does not confer privilege or give power. It imposes responsibility. |
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Refuse to be average. Let your heart soar as high as it will. |
AW Tozer |
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We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. |
Tozer |
A Perspective on Leadership
Posted on July 22, 2012 // 1 Comment
Have a look and listen to this guy….. He’s got a fair amount of experience in Leadership.
Thanks, Greg Millsaps, for mentioning this guy to me….
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