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This is my personal blog. I regularly write about church leadership and infrastructure development, including specifics on

leadership techniques and the details of implementing systems, processes, and methods that enable the church to succeed.

David Gergen on the Secrets of Dynamic Leadership

David Gergen on the Secrets of Dynamic Leadership

"Leadership is a journey that starts from within. A leader must become self-aware and then achieve self-mastery. You cannot lead others until you can lead yourself." ...more

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January 07, 20230 min read

Brad Jersak on the Great Desconstruction

Brad Jersak on the Great Desconstruction

"It is entirely appropriate to grieve deeply when influential men and women drive people away from faith in Christ by engaging in hateful, blasphemous, cultish behavior in Jesus's name." ...more

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December 17, 20220 min read

Dave Kraft on Mistakes That Can Destroy Leadership

Dave Kraft on Mistakes That Can Destroy Leadership

"The first and greatest mistake, which in essence gives birth to all other mistakes, is not allowing Jesus to have his rightful place in our life and ministry." ...more

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December 03, 20220 min read

Justin A. Irving and Mark L. Strauss on Authentic and Purposeful Leaders

Justin A. Irving and Mark L. Strauss on Authentic and Purposeful Leaders

"Yet his (Jesus) whole life was lived for the benefit of others - to bring them back into a right relationship with God. The leader who serves is not one who is weak and manipulated by others. Rather ... ...more

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November 26, 20220 min read

Crawford W. Loritts, Jr. on the Lasting Influence of a Leader

Crawford W. Loritts, Jr. on the Lasting Influence of a Leader

"We need to stop making idols out of leaders and stop idolizing the position of leadership. We need to turn down the volume and put leadership in context. As followers of Christ, we should not parrot ... ...more

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November 19, 20220 min read

Tim Soerens on Being the Body of Christ in Everyday Life

Tim Soerens on Being the Body of Christ in Everyday Life

"Don't believe the lie that the future of the church depends on more hype, more professionals, and more stagecraft. I've been to enough neighborhoods to tell that presence trumps performance every sin... ...more

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November 12, 20220 min read

David Green with Bill High on Breaking Conventional Rules at Work

David Green with Bill High on Breaking Conventional Rules at Work

"God must destroy our arrogant pride if he is to bless the work of our hands. The Lord loves to bless humility, not smug self-confidence." ...more

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November 05, 20220 min read

Gary Chapman, Jennifer Thomas, and Paul White on Conflict Resolution at Work

Gary Chapman, Jennifer Thomas, and Paul White on Conflict Resolution at Work

"If companies are going to succeed, their teams must be working in unison. Each employee is a person of value who should be treated with respect. Thriving companies have a foundational recognition tha... ...more

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October 29, 20220 min read

Michael Canic on the Relentless Alignment of Intentions, Decisions, and Actions

Michael Canic on the Relentless Alignment of Intentions, Decisions, and Actions

"Recognizing team members’ accomplishments strengthens your credibility. It sends a message that you value them and that you’re secure enough to surround yourself with strong talent. Remember, like an... ...more

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October 22, 20220 min read

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