When a Leader Looks Away
“Rescue those being led away to death, and restrain those stumbling toward the slaughter. If you say, ‘Behold, we did not know about this,‘”‘…
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Leadership Matter: Accountability & Transformation
Your Life Is Your Loudest Sermon
Good Morning Beloved of the Lord! This is the very core of our reality, especially for those of us in leadership. Because of the…
The Leader’s Blind Spot
In the demanding world of leadership, there’s a truth as old as time, yet often as uncomfortable as a scratchy wool sweater on a…
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…
Against You Only?
“Against You, You only, have I sinned and done what is evil in Your sight.”Psalm 51:4 BSB There are verses in Scripture that seem…
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…