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Issue #409, October 15, 2025 Most leadership writing is action focused, which is natural since leaders value results. Yet, the Bible focuses more on matters of the heart, mentioning our heart more than 500 times, certainly an indication…
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Issue #406, September 3, 2025 Leaders naturally gravitate towards the front of the room. They often enjoy being in the spotlight, recognized and acknowledged as important people. They bring glory to themselves and use their positions to build…
Joshua: Finding Wisdom for Leadership
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