The ability to lead has so much to do with communication. The lack of clear communication creates confusion and insecurity. I recently realized a habit I have that was creating confusion in leadership. After a conversation with one of my leaders on the phone, my wife pointed out to me that I have a habit in my communication that may be sending unclear signals to those I have expectation of. It's a two letter word [...]
Jonathan, my 10 year old informed me when I got home today that if he was good he would get to go with a friend to a local amusement park next week. His statement implies an understood expectation, standard, and reward. This made me think of a verse in the Bibe. "And a ruler asked Him, 'Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?' And Jesus said to him, 'Why do you call me [...]
As is my custom, I tucked my two boys into bed an prayed with them. My sons have gotten into a habbit of thanking God for all of our family and then one by one every animal we have ever had dead and alive. No, this is not going to be a theological discussion on "prayers for the dead." I am always looking for teachable moments. Jonathan (10yrs) begings his prayer and gets to the [...]
For about 230 US dollars you don't ever have to leave your high chair. Theoretically, you'd never have to leave the chair - just keep adjusting it to fit you. That sounds ridiculous doesn't it. My point is, there comes a time when you move from the high chair to the table. And, there is a time when you move from being dependant on someone to feed you to being able to take responsibility for [...]
What makes for longevity in ministry? I read a figure yesterday, that 1500 ministers a month drop out of ministry. Why? If you are a minister thinking about quiting, please listen. If you are in ministry, listen. If you are in a church and are being ministered to, please listen. I want to share the secret with you. Ministry cannot be founded on a love for people no more than a marriage can last on [...]
