Let go of the past
But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:12-14 Have you…
Leadership
Introducing the African Study Bible
When I read the bible, I don’t have a favorite translation. I often will read several different translations and compare them, which often helps me to understand. Not too long ago I had a chance…
3 Tips to help you make the most of the Orange Conference
While I don’t have the pleasure of attending the Orange Conference in Atlanta this year, I did get to go a few years ago (see what I learned here) and I’ve been to the…
How to Clarify your Vision
Clarifying your vision We lived in North Carolina for a few years, right in the middle of the Great Smokey Mountains. It is very easy to tell where the name comes from. If you have…
The Power of Pinterest in Ministry
I’m sure by now you are familiar with Pinterest.com. The virtual pinboard for saving and organizing photos from websites. Based on the hours I know friends and family have spent there, I originally called it…
Coffee Creativity- Don’t Give Up
Do you enjoy a hot cup of coffee? Maybe a caramel latte or peppermint mocha is more your style. And if you are one of the few people that don’t drink coffee you at least…
How to Lead like Jesus
And Jesus said unto them, “Come ye after me, and I will make you to become fishers of men. And straightway they forsook their nets, and followed him.” (Mark 1:17, 18 KJV) Such a simple…
Excellence: neither expensive nor elite
Often when we think of ministry excellence, we think of places with lots off money, extravagant sets, lighting, and decor. Sometimes what we perceive as excellent is also perceived at elite, or the best of the best….
Visioneering by Andy Stanley – book review
I recently joined bloggingforbooks.org. It is a great program that allows participants access to free books in exchange for writing a review. For my first book I chose Visioneering by Andy Stanley. Visioneering, by the…
What I learned from the Orange Conference
What I learned from Orange conference It’s that time of year again—time to gear up for the Orange Conference in Atlanta, GA April 27-29 (enter to win your ticket AND airfare here!) With all…