Archive for the ‘Leadership’ Category
Posted on April 20, 2010 - by Admin2
Political Outrage: Balancing Social Ills and the Gospel Imperative
By Brent Nix
I just got off the phone with someone who tried to convince me that I should be outraged enough about a recent political scandal to send money to support an effort to do something or other about it.
After listening for a couple of minutes, I hung up. Rude, you say? Perhaps, but I’m growing weary with these kinds of calls. The sad part is that I’m generally in agreement with the groups who are calling. I guess that’s why I’m on their lists. This small episode brings to mind a question I’ve been contemplating for some time. What is the responsibility of the Iocal church and individual Christians with regard to social reform? (more…)
Posted on March 30, 2010 - by Admin2
Set Goals
By Dennis Wiggs
Setting personal goals is essential for accomplishing anything worldwide. Goals give a sense of direction and purpose, promote daily enthusiasm, facilitate effective operation, reduce wasting time and accomplish far more than would be achieved without goals.
Goals act as a measuring stick to determine what we are accomplishing. Without goals we have activity but often little productivity. Just being busy is not necessarily rewarding at the end of the day. (more…)
Posted on March 19, 2010 - by Admin1
Home Run Discipleship
By Darin Dwyer
In baseball, nothing beats the excitement of a home run. But it is even more exciting to hit a home run when it comes to the Great Commission and its command to make disciples. (more…)
Posted on March 19, 2010 - by Admin1
Discipleship: Keep It Simple
By Dexter Guin
Many years ago, a popular psychologist coined the phrase, “More truths are caught than taught!” I have thought about that statement many times as we have raised our children. If that principle is true in child rearing, it is also true in developing new Christians. Young Christians learn more at church and around other faithful Christians than we can imagine. (more…)
Posted on March 19, 2010 - by Admin2
Be Careful About Your Appearance
By Dennis Wiggs
Let me be frank. This article is mostly personal opinion. I realize that today’s appearance standards have changed, and you may disagree with my observations. That’s fine. My goal is simply to make you think carefully about your appearance. (more…)
Posted on March 17, 2010 - by Admin1
The Pastor as Worship Leader
By Randy Sawyer
Ever talk to yourself? Sure you do! That’s how the Psalmist begins Psalm 103. He writes, “Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.” Then, as he brings this powerful hymn to its conclusion, he invites all creation to join in the celebration. The poet is not only eager to offer whole-hearted praise, he is eager for others to join him. (more…)
Posted on March 2, 2010 - by Admin1
Redefining the Ministry
By Ken Riggs
Ephesians 4:11-13
When you hear the word “ministry,” what do you think? Many of us have a church background, were raised in church and have heard the word ”ministry” frequently, but what does it really mean? Is it something that only preachers and missionaries do? Is it something that is only done in a spiritual context, such as at church? Is it possible to minister outside the four walls of the church? I honestly believe it is time for believers to redefine what the ministry is all about. (more…)
Posted on March 2, 2010 - by Admin1
The Challenge of a Bi-Vocational Pastorate
By Randy Bryant
Challenge! That word describes any ministry, but 40 to 50 percent of our pastors know a special challenge. These men face the unique demands of the bi-vocational pastorate. (more…)