- 1. The Godly Lessons David Can Teach Us About Handling Trauma
- The word "trauma" lit up in my mind as I watched protests and riots in Minneapolis and all over the world in response to the tragic and senseless death of George Floyd. A few weeks ago, I heard this ...
- Created on 01 June 2020
- 2. Why COVID-19 Will Give Way to a 'Happily Ever After' Ending
- My wife and I have been COVID-19-positive for five weeks now. Forty-six years ago, we stood face to face before God and loved ones and promised to love and honor one another in sickness and in health. ...
- Created on 21 April 2020
- 3. 7 Tips for Pastors to Navigate Emotions During COVID-19
- I've spoken with a number of pastors this week—and am scheduled to talk to more this afternoon. While all my pastor friends are mostly remaining positive online and helping people remember to demonstrate ...
- Created on 07 April 2020
- 4. 6 Financial Lessons Learned From COVID-19 Pandemic
- One of my favorite stories in the Old Testament is that of Joseph. Sold into slavery as a young man by his jealous brothers, he eventually rises to be second in command in Egypt. With his God-given ability ...
- Created on 27 March 2020
- 5. Why Some Church Leaders May Be Giving Demons Too Much Credit
- Demons and spiritual warfare are real, says master's-level practitioner and health educator Tracy Daniels. But, he adds, many in the church are too hasty to put those labels on individuals who are dealing ...
- Created on 21 June 2019
- 6. How Successful Leaders Manage Their Anxiety ...
- ... Managing Leadership Anxiety. The stress of leading today is greater than any time in my 35-plus-year leadership career. I recommend this book to every leader at any level. Relief From Internal and External ...
- Created on 05 June 2019
- 7. You Don't Have All the Answers—And It's OK
- Some of my earliest memories are of sitting in the sanctuary of our synagogue in New Jersey in the town where I grew up. I remember the beauty of the building, but beyond its splendor, I remember the feeling ...
- Created on 08 March 2018
- 8. Biblical Secrets to Success in Stressful Moments
- ... businesses, investors and other parties in unchartered territory. Emotions are high. Anxiety is increasing. Stress is elevated. Fortunately, believers have a sure strategy to succeed in stressful times. ...
- Created on 01 March 2017
- 9. 3 Steps to Avoid a Pastoral Energy Crisis
- Twice a year I go on a week-long retreat by myself in a hotel or retreat center to pray and plan. Sabbath is a vital part of my life to hear the story of God again and how I fit into it. I enjoy that time ...
- Created on 20 October 2016
- 10. Kingdom Economics: Reversals
- After the worst new year start in history, the U.S. stock market has reversed course. The S&P 500 Stock Index turned positive for the year (+ 0.28 percent year to date). It is now 13.2 percent higher than ...
- Created on 23 March 2016
- 11. 4 Ways for Ministry Leaders to See as Jesus Sees
- It's no secret that surrendering to the call of pastor, Bible teacher, or ministry leader in today's social and political climate is one that takes great faith and passion. Yet, this courageous call often ...
- Created on 20 January 2016
- 12. A Powerful Lesson From Jesus in Handling Conflict
- Here are some lessons you learn the hard way in life and leadership. Take for example a recent principle I posted about attributes of a maturing leader. I shared that a maturing leader has learned never ...
- Created on 17 November 2015
- 13. Kingdom Economics: Will History Repeat?
- ... o seek the Lord, know His Word, and be obedient. In bad times, fear, anxiety and stress will attempt to capture our attention. If resources are scarce and uncertain, we may be tempted to withhold our tithe ...
- Created on 13 August 2015
- 14. 13 Realities of Angry Pastors
- This is a very important post because the content below is going to save someone's job and ministry. For others, it will be a sad reminder of a lost opportunity. For another group, the information will ...
- Created on 09 July 2015
- 15. How to Deal With Signs of Leadership Fatigue
- Previously, I posted an article on "13 Signs of Leadership Fatigue." Several readers asked me to write a follow up post about ways to deal with these signs. Maybe these suggestions will help you move past ...
- Created on 26 May 2015
- 16. Reply Anxiety: Find the Ignore Button ...
- Along the way of progress, we've developed the delusion that reading and responding to email is productive work. We spin through our day in a doom loop of checking. Checking email Checking Facebook Checking ...
- Created on 09 October 2015
