Time vs. Timing
When we all think about the concept of time we tend to focus on the immediate and what needs to be done right now. Timing on the other hand takes the long look and always wants to ask the question why am I really doing this? That pause to look beyond what I need or […]
When To Light The Fuse For Change
Most leaders understand there are powerful forces in place to maintain the status quo both on a personal level and with an organizational culture as well. Therefore choosing the timing of when to start a change process that you want to be successful is critical. If you don’t have any of the following priorities […]
Sorry For Wrong Reason
I cannot begin to tell you how many times I have been sorry in my life. As I look back on all the mistakes I have made and the consequences I have suffered a clear pattern has developed. Most of the time when I have been sorry it has been for the wrong reason. I […]
Multi-Generational Churches
There is always the debate about what is the most effective strategy for reaching new people, change an existing church or simply start a new one with its own unique culture. In my opinion both have their strengths and weaknesses, so the decision should depend upon the context. There are several things I have noticed […]
The Danger Of Debt
There is wide agreement among most evangelicals that acquiring debt as a principle is not sinful but the accumulation of it can be devastating. The borrower is indeed servant to the lender and when we use debt instead of living within our means then we have crossed a line that can lead to broken homes […]