This is part two in the post “3 Relationships This Crisis Has Changed.” You can read the first part about our relationship to work. “I wish I had more time with my family.” “I wish I had more time for people in my life.” These are common comments that most people said before the crisis. […]
How to Succeed in the First 90 Days
“What will you do in the first 90 days on the job as a pastor?” Many times we go into a new church and feel the need to make big changes. We have big plans, a grand vision and a revolutionary way of doing ministry. We want the church to feel our leadership presence and […]
How Long Can A Marriage Survive Without Kissing?
Can you imagine kissing your spouse for 58 hours, 35 minutes and 58 seconds? According to the Guinness Book of World Records, a couple did just that in 2013. I’m betting that this couple wasn’t married with kids. They were probably dating or newlyweds at best. Kissing during that time is so passionate and romantic. Attractions are […]
5 Easy Steps to be a Better Leader this Week
Have you seen Staple’s easy button? When you press it, a recorded voice says, “That was easy.” The concept is that at the push of a button, Staples will make your life easier and better. I wish there was a button that I could press to make me a better leader, don’t you? I believe […]
How You May Be Killing Your Ministry…
Nine years ago, I was on the path to success in ministry, but I was in danger of losing my fiancé. I was gaining the knowledge needed to pastor through seminary, but I was ill equipped in the art of relationships. At times, conflicts with my fiancé triggered issues of insecurity that manifested in either […]