- 1. How Do You Hear From God?
- I walk every day. The breeze, movement and sunshine help my mind slow down. As I walk, I listen to what God is telling me through the world around me. Over the years, I've walked in the woods around ...
- Created on 13 September 2021
- 2. Dusty Feet
- I didn't have time today to do what I do best. I was too busy being busy. One of the first questions I ask leaders in a coaching or consulting relationship is to consider what they do best. "What is ...
- Created on 30 July 2021
- 3. How to Lead When You Lack Clear Vision and Direction
- ... your discernment process, and in some cases, the actual vision. Right now, COVID fits within the second category. That is definitely traumatic, but it's time to start rising above it. It's been nearly imp ...
- Created on 06 April 2021
- 4. Discerning the Difference Between God's 'No' and 'Not Yet'
- Many times in life God has asked me to wait when I wanted to move forward. He has required patience of me when I wanted progress. I have had to learn that when God says, "Not yet," that He is not necessarily ...
- Created on 11 March 2021
- 5. 3 Filters to Help You Discern God's Call
- ... . The common theme with this group was the question, "How do I know what I'm supposed to do?" I shared with my group three filters for early discernment: position, church and place. These three frames ...
- Created on 15 October 2020
- 6. A 3-Part Framework for Personal Development
- Coaching others in personal growth is a passion of mine. Few things in life are as rewarding as seeing people become the best versions of themselves. My granddaughter Anza is just 7 months old, and ...
- Created on 09 September 2020
- 7. Rick Warren: Why Does God Allow Disappointments in Ministry?
- If you want to last in ministry, you need to learn how to deal with disappointment. The very nature of ministry makes you highly vulnerable to disappointment. Every leader must learn how to deal with ...
- Created on 03 June 2020
- 8. Why This Trait Is Essential If You Plan to Become a Kingdom Leader
- You will know the name Jimmy Doolittle. He flew bi-planes in World War I for the United States, and then barn-stormed throughout the 1920s, thrilling audiences by taking risks you would not believe. ...
- Created on 12 May 2020
- 9. 5 Important Facts About Holy Spirit Every Believer Should Know
- Proverbs 24:5 says, "A wise man is strong; yes, a man of knowledge increases strength." Knowledge is power. This aphorism is true in nearly every area of life, but it is life-altering when it comes to ...
- Created on 18 February 2020
- 10. How to Model Discernment to Your Church Community ...
- I was recently challenged by a quote by Ruth Haley Barton: "The spiritual leader is distinguished by his or her commitment and ability to guide the discernment process so the community can affirm a share ...
- Created on 30 December 2019
- 11. Why We Should All Join Team Kanye West
- ... the articles, watched the TV programs and prayed my way through this. I have come to a conclusion based on what I believe to be discernment. This is my decision: I am team Kanye all the way! May I just ...
- Created on 21 November 2019
- 12. 4 Ways Pastors Can Discern Their True Friends
- Life is better with people. Life is more fun with people. Ministry requires people. We don't minister to squirrels. By God's design, we cannot make it in this life without friends and family. We are created ...
- Created on 16 September 2019
- 13. Can the Church Discern God's Voice Anymore?
- The sun began to set on the Los Angeles home as dozens of party guests hugged good-bye, bringing the joyful celebration to a close. There was a puppy, Max, in the home who was not used to seeing the front ...
- Created on 30 July 2019
- 14. When Leaders Absolutely Lack Discernment ...
- Discernment becomes increasingly vital for every believer in the last days. How much so for leaders who are responsible to teach God's Word, make decisions about church finances, and otherwise shepher ...
- Created on 05 July 2018
