This week, I’m thrilled to be a guest blogger on Voice of Courage as I share my story around a recent leadership transition and the heart lessons I discovered in making a new start. What happens when we allow time to pace and see God’s transformation in the season? Leadership transitions can be drawn out and difficult, at least in my experience. So …
How Effective Is Your Leadership?
What effect does your leadership have on those you lead? Does it inspire confidence and trust in your leadership? Does it empower others and mobilize clear action? Or does it create uncertainty and confusion? Fear and suspicion? We all want to be a stronger leader. So we read books, attend workshops, and spend hours in prayerful reflection so we will be prepared for God’s use. (Hebrews 13:21) As …
Never Give Up, Never Surrender
Ever feel like no matter what you do, it doesn’t seem to make a difference? You may be surprised that Elijah, a Biblical prophet lauded for his power and impact, knew that feeling well. Let’s dip into this powerful prophet’s saga to find out more. The setting: Mt. Carmel in Israel. Elijah is locked in a face-off with king Ahab …
Waiting On God?
I don’t know about you, but I don’t like waiting, I like action–especially when confronted with unmet needs. Find out how waiting may be the most important part of the work God is calling you to do.
Tuning Out the Enemy
Psalm 31:14,18 “But I trust in you, O LORD; I say, ‘You are my God.’ My times are in your hands; deliver me from my enemies… let their lying lips be silenced…” Satan and his cohorts are ever striving to convince us that our work is in vain, that we are useless to God and others. He whispers, “it’s …
Finding God’s Will for Ministry
Few things challenge me more than waiting in faith for God’s clear direction while a dozen of my own ideas beg pursuit. How very difficult it is to wait for anything in our “get it now” nano-second society! Especially when we know exactly what we want to do and possess all the tools needed to accomplish it. And yet, our personal, …