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“The right leader at the right time”—A celebration of Suzii Paynter
June 20, 2019 By Aaron Weaver BIRMINGHAM, Ala.—Rev. Suzii Paynter, who served as only the third executive coordinator of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship from 2013-2019, was celebrated Thursday …
What Happened to Advent?
How This DC Celebration of Jesus' Birth Affirms Your Religious Liberty Rights
Some Americans are used to thinking that their religious freedom also means freedom FROM religion. But does that mean all holy activities must be separated from government? One group says definitely not.
Minnich: When leaders are followers
True leaders will use the trust given them to instill faith and confidence in the way forward, and not follow and exploit irrational and malicious fears that are designed to control, rather than lead, all the people, and not just a faction.
Devotionals For Leaders: Whatchu Want?
We all want something…many somethings, in fact. Wanting and desiring is always going to be part of the human experience. So the question then is “whatchu want”? Let’s all a…
When Leaders Lose Their Souls
Lose Your Own Soul - I don't want to gain the whole world and lose my soul, Jesus indicates that it is possible to gain the whole world but lose your own soul.
Buildings and Other Things Leaders Shape
There are moments in a ministry or organization that form the culture. Moments where there is clarity of belief or direction. Moments where memories are made. Moments where people are invited to internalize and commit to what is most important.
FAQ: Can Women Be Leaders in the Church?
Warm Up Questions Do you believe women can be leaders in the church? What Bible verse gives your view the most trouble? Why? Discussion Questions What do chapters 1-3 of Genesis teach about gender roles? What ministry roles are acceptable for women? Why? What ministry roles are unacceptable? Why? How…
Do words, actions of leaders meet high standards?
The biblical book of Genesis tells of a man named Lamech who bragged to his wives, “I have killed a man for wounding me, a young man for striking me.”
Inspiring Leaders Know To Choose Their Words Carefully
“I would like to take a moment and make something clear to everyone. I do not expect, nor do I want, any of you to miss or sacrifice important...
When Your Leader is Wrong: A Tale of Three Kings
“God knows. But he will not tell.” This is the repeated refrain of A Tale of Three Kings by Gene Edwards. Is the leader over you a Saul? God knows, but he doesn’t seem to tell you…
4 Things You Must do For Your Leaders
Your ministry needs volunteers to grow and thrive.
Proverbs 12:24; Work hard and become a leader;be lazy and become a slave.
Work hard and become a leader;be lazy and become a slave.
I’m a “church leader” who doesn’t really go to church
I love the church. It's harder to love specific congregations.
7 Reminders for Pastors and Ministry Leaders who use Social Media
Can I be honest? I’m not always the biggest fan of social media<br>I know you have a hard time believing this if you follow me on Facebook (either my profile or one of my pages – I have several), Twitter (and I have a couple of those), LinkedIn, Instagram, or Pinterest. How could I not love social media?<br>What I don’t like are some of the negative impacts of social media. It seems people lose their filter when they are online. They…
Are You an Organizational Leader or a Shepherd? (10 Easy Ways to Tell)
So are you an organizational leader, or are you more of a relational leader—a shepherd?
5 Things Netflix Is Showing Church Leaders About the Future
"Church leaders who see the future can seize the future."
Success is the legacy of leaders who possess and employ godly wisdom.
If there has ever been a day that wisdom in places of leadership was wanting, this is the day! Godly wisdom, spiritual discernment and the righteous application of truth and knowledge are desperat…
Religious leaders can kickstart a global anti-plastic movement
Faith alone won’t stop climate change, but it can help a surprising amount.
Ministry Leaders: When Values Collide, Make the Right Choice
Values don’t have to collide, but when they do, leaders must decide and declare which value wins. For example, a ministry can value excellence and leadership development. But beneath the surface th…
