What traits do you look for in a leader? For many, leadership means having a certain strength, gravitas or personal charisma — a leader energizes a room by just walking into it. But how often do we think of humility as essential to leadership? In its most basic definition, humility is recognizing who we are […]
Can You Fight Fair in Ministry?
If you’re in ministry, then you know conflict is part of the job. In college, one of my professors used to say, “Ministry would be easy if it wasn’t for the people.” Our class would always giggle because of the absurdity of that statement, but the truth is that ministry is hard work. From disagreements […]
4 Characteristics of Outstanding Ministry Leaders
The womensministry.net 40 Under 40 campaign – where we honored 40 women in ministry under the age of 40 – has brought to light a number of great women. And it’s exciting! Yet, when you meet a lot of great women at one time, one of the temptations is to fall into the trap of comparison. […]
3 Ways to Be a Counter-Cultural Leader
Recently, I traveled to India for the third time, and just like on my other trips, I benefited far more than any of the people I went to serve. One person’s lessons were just what this leader’s heart needed. His name is Raju. Raju is an unexpected leader, sifting through a dump near his home […]
When You’re the One Who Needs Ministry
I’ve been in a long season of feeling defeated and maybe you have too. About a year ago, I stepped down from the position of Director of Women’s Ministry, as I had returned to a full-time career. 2015 was the year that I was to wrap everything up with the grand finale of a women’s […]
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