Jesus, C.E.O.?
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus chose the words “salt” to describe His disciples. Salt was used in Bible days to preserve food much like refrigeration does for us today. But what happens when the...
View ArticleDavid and Saul: How Our Backgrounds Impact Our Leadership
Lately, I’ve been considering the challenges of leadership related to personal identity, spirituality, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal dynamics. Over the next few weeks, my blog topics will...
View ArticleSpirituality and Leadership
In my blog last week, I addressed how a leader’s background informs his or her adult leadership style. From the Hebrew Bible, I contrasted David’s secure attachment to God (forged early in his life)...
View ArticleSpirituality and Leadership (Part 3)
Over the past few weeks, I’ve focused on spirituality and leadership by looking at David’s relationship with God. Last week’s blog zeroed in on David’s automatic default in times of leadership crises,...
View ArticleWomen and the Churches: Part I
Recently my oldest daughter, Bella was baptized. As every parent knows, the baptism of your children is momentous because it is about their becoming members of God’s family. For those who practice...
View ArticleLeading with a Limp
A few days ago, I sustained an injury to my left foot. After a freak twist while walking quickly, I found myself collapsed on the floor. A few rubs and deep breath later, I precariously stood up and...
View ArticleWomen in Church Leadership
Last week, I had a three-way phone conversation with friends of mine, a married couple, who live in another state. Last year, the husband became the senior pastor of their local church, where he had...
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