Force.Of.Nature. Those are the most accurate words I could use to describe my predecessor in women’s ministry. From almost anyone’s account, she could (and did) do it all. She was a gifted teacher, a loving friend, and could cast a vision for dreams bigger than anyone would reasonably consider taking on. She had a heart […]
Recruiting a Leadership Team
Whether you are starting from scratch or reorganizing an existing ministry, the first place to begin is with prayer. Trust me, there are a lot of decisions to make and the place to begin is on your knees before the Lord. Everything has a way of coming together when the Lord’s direction has been sought […]
Building a Leadership Team
One person can only sustain and build a ministry for a quantified period of time. Therefore, it is imperative that we are purposeful to create a team of ministry leaders to help us fulfill the vision God has given us for ministry. Sister Act ranks as one of my most beloved movies. If you aren’t […]
3 Responses When You Feel Attacked
In an old Charlie Brown cartoon, Lucy declares, “I love humanity; its people I can’t stand.” Can you relate? Serving in ministry can no doubt be challenging. While it is fulfilling to see lives changed, it can also be discouraging to be up front when darts start flying. When you start feeling attacked or discouraged, […]
Refresh Yourself
There’s something about convention and retreat experiences. We walk away rejuvenated and ready to tackle our ministries with renewed energy and purpose. What makes these experiences impactful, and how can we get the same benefits in everyday life? We build time with God into our daily lives: devotions, prayer, and accountability. But daily also means […]
Leadership: Leader of Small Things
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay has changed the default font on campus computers. Why, you wonder, do we care? Well, it turns out that their new font, Century Gothic, is thinner than the Arial font they used for years, so it uses 30% less ink and could save them up to $30,000 a year! This […]
10 Tips for Memorizing Scripture
There are many different ways to hide God’s Word in your heart. First you must believe God wants you to memorize and then commit yourself. You must also believe God can enable you. Here are some tips to help you. Pray for heart. We will do what we really love to do. Pray daily for […]
7 Characteristics of Effective Small Group Leaders
Can you feel the excitement building? The books are in… The coffee pot is on standby… The name tags are ready… A new semester of women’s Bible study is about to begin! The success of women’s Bible study depends heavily on the small group leader. Maybe you’ve been asked to lead a group. Maybe you’re […]
Communicate With Clarity
No matter how great we think we are at anticipating others’ needs, we are not capable of reading minds. We might get it right every now and then, but we won’t get it right all the time. We can stop the game and communicate with more clarity. No Attempted Mind Reading We want people to […]
Avoiding Leadership Burnout
Serving in ministry can be exhausting. When exhaustion kicks in and we become weary, we teeter on the edge of burnout. It is then that we must return to our true purpose for serving in ministry. Here are 3 things I focus on when I start to feel burnt out. Keep your focus Stay in […]
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