I know I should lead in identifying and clarifying a distinct purpose for our ministry. I know I should cast that vision. I know I should lead in defining a strategy. I know I should lead in identifying goals and
The Missing Ingredient
Five Things that Haven’t Worked and One that Does “Why won’t they listen?” “Why can’t people do what they are supposed to do?” Have you ever felt that way before? There’s an old joke about pastoral ministry that says, “ministry
“I Hate All This Talk About Leadership”
I agree. It’s kind of annoying. There’s plenty of other roles and skills that are helpful and purposeful. From pastors to DCE’s to lay and public “servants” to butchers, bakers and candlestick makers! And by the way, since when did
Faithfulness = Fruitfulness?
When living in Florida, fruit is kind of hard to avoid. There’s lots of it. Florida is known for oranges, grapefruits, mangos and many more. I have to admit, it’s kind of nice. But freezes, hurricanes, bugs and disease can
“Hurricane” Discipleship
Living in Florida has a particular temptation. When on the phone in the winter with someone who is up north, one is tempted to mention how nice the weather is where you are in Florida. But the trade off is