Quiet Eyes
Little Johnny stepped into the batter’s box, gripping the bat so tightly his knuckles were white. His helmet was slightly crooked, his socks didn’t…
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Facing Situation: Helping Someone Grow
The One Anothers…
Editorial Note Why do some lists say there are 59 “one another” passages while others contain more? The traditional number 59 refers primarily to…
Become Who You Already Are!
“You have taken off the old self with its practices, and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in…
How to Shepherd a Shepherd
One of the greatest misunderstandings in church leadership is the belief that shepherding flows only in one direction. We picture the pastor shepherding the…
How to Shepherd a Shepherd
There is a dangerous misconception in many churches today. When a leader begins wounding people through harshness, intimidation, control, or pride, we often assume…
When Strong Leadership Becomes Dangerous (Part 1)
Strong leadership becomes dangerous when gifting, results, and sound doctrine conceal patterns of harshness, control, and fear. Scripture calls churches—and especially elders—to recognize these patterns early and shepherd both their leaders and their people faithfully.
I’m Responsible
“Each one should carry his own load.”Galatians 6:5 BSB The argument had been going on for several minutes. He had his version. She had…
You’ll Pay for This!
More than forty years ago, I was having lunch with a friend when the waiter did something I did not like. I no longer…
True Leadership: Introduction
Leadership is about people—always has been, always will be.