Traveling companions fill our journeys with adventures. Why not plan a short trip with women in your ministry? There are a lot of options. Try one of these ideas, or put your own flair on one! Cars or Bus? Either! Taking a bus definitely has some benefits: less drivers on the road, ability to move […]
Coach Well
Partnering in ministry is essential. But sometimes our ministry team can look like the The Bad News Bears because of disorganization and untapped talents and gifts. That’s why this week’s tip is to coach your team well. We’ve even provided a few practical ways to coach well below. With a basic playbook, you can become […]
Casting a Vision that Catches On
Casting vision is important. But what happens when it doesn’t stick? Are you seeing and focusing on the wrong things? Are you casting with the wrong technique? Are your expectations too high? Don’t give up. Take a deep breath. Whether you’re just getting started, struggling to change tradition, or striving to keep ministry healthy, consider […]
Watch for Warning Signs of Burnout
The time and energy ministry takes can infect your family and friends or it can result in burnout and resentment. That’s why this week we’re encouraging you to watch for warning signs that ministry danger is ahead. Specifically, watch out for these three common warning signs: Living in a Bubble Living in a bubble might […]
Intentionally Connect with Others
As you know, intentional time spent with one woman can create a quiet yet far-reaching ripple effect. Therefore, this week’s tip is to take time to connect and invest in someone’s life today. Here are a few ideas to help you apply this tip in your life: 1. Cook together. Grocery shop together. Share tips […]
Simplify One Step at a Time
It’s officially the new year, that time when we often resolve to do things different, then feel like we fail when our determination falters. The same thing happens in ministry. We dream big, then get frustrated when reality disappoints us. Don’t despair! This week’s tip is to simplify using these simple steps. By simplifying you […]
7 Short Devotions for Christmas Preparation
Seven short devotions to prepare your heart for Christmas. Day 1. Prepare. The Old Testament is sprinkled with the foretelling of Jesus’ birth. It’s easy to see now, because we live beyond the birth of Jesus. Realizing the accuracy of the words spoken many years before is awe-inspiring. Read Isaiah 53 following and let the […]
Ministry Support: What Is It, and Why Do I Need It?
It’s great to have a fantastic group of people behind you, supporting you in ministry, especially when the loudest cheerleaders are those who are supervising you and leading the church family. We want to feel we’re part of a team that works together instead of an individual who has to work with a team, but […]
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 […]
Balancing Tradition with Change
What happens when you’re excited about change, but change intimidates and offends people because it steps on the toes of traditions? What happens when you focus so much on tradition that you’re not open to change? Change and tradition don’t have to always oppose each other. Sabrina called me, excited about all the changes happening […]
