#388 Incarnational Leadership-Being With
December 11, 2024 One of the profound mysteries of the Christian faith is that God came to be with us in the person of Jesus! One of the many names of Jesus is Emmanuel which means “God with us.” (See Mt. 1:23). Theologians call this the incarnation which means that in Jesus the divine spirit […]
Inspecting the foundation
Issue #157, June 10, 2015 The strength of a building lies in the hidden foundation, and periodically an engineer is called to inspect the foundation for any hidden weaknesses. Since leadership is an inside job, servant leaders are not concerned only with external appearances; they are equally alert to the hidden parts of their lives. […]
The Simple Truth
Issue #130, May 28, 2014 Recently, as I grappled with the complexity of truthful communication across cultures I was struck with the power of Jesus’ simple statement to his followers: “Simply let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.” (Matthew 5:37). His words call servant leaders […]
Profiles in Bold Humility: Peter
Issue #122, February 5, 2014 The first message preached by Peter was confrontational and courageous and brought him into immediate conflict with the authorities. After his case was heard he left the court and gathered together with other believers and prayed, Now, Lord, consider their threats and enable your servants to speak your word with […]
Leading From or Towards Intimacy—Part 3
Issue #96, December 19, 2012 In the past two issues we looked at Jesus as an example of a leader who led from a position of intimacy and Martha as an example of one who led towards intimacy. Jesus was able to wash feet freely; Martha couldn’t even wash the dishes without complaining! How can […]
Tame that Tongue: Gossiping
Issue #71, December 14, 2011 Gossip, the third of the “big three” sins of the tongue, is perhaps the most damaging. Gossip is simply saying things about others that should not be said. Gossip focuses on sensational or private information. It is often untrue, but at times may actually be correct information. However, gossip never […]
Tame that Tongue: Truth or Lies
Issue #70, November 30, 2011 A 2009 study found that men tell lies six times a day and women 3 times! Whether or not that is true, we live in a world filled with deception and lying is one of the big sins of the tongue. God’s expectation is clear, “Do not lie to each […]
Battlefield Leadership
Issue #42, October 20, 2010 Leadership Nuggets from Ephesians, #6 Fight. Conquer. Win. Now we’re talking leadership! After emphasizing the importance of knowing our identity, the power of prayer, and leadership from the bottom, Paul closes his book with a call to engage in the cosmic battle that is raging around us. But his reflections […]