Ripe. That’s the word to describe Alyssa’s readiness to accept Jesus. She came to us pregnant; a single mom with several children in tow. Her support system was almost nonexistent, and another child felt overwhelming. Our director shared how we could help—including a free ultrasound—and offered to pray for her.…
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It happens all the time in leadership. You have to make a critical decision in the next hour or the next day. Either way, there’s pressure to decide quickly. So how do you do that? It’s tempting to go with your gut—to do what feels right in the core of your being. We’ve all done it. But is the core of our being always…
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This is the famous question Jesus asked Peter, James, and John, after they fell asleep in the Garden of Gethsemane: “Could you not tarry one hour?” Jesus could rightfully ask this of us, His twenty-first century disciples. As busy leaders, we often push aside prayer when we’re pressed for time. But just like the disciples,…
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The culture of a ministry is the foundational beliefs and values on which its relationships and decision-making are built. Godly leaders establish cultural consistency throughout the organization, even at board meetings. The three cultural foundation stones at our ministry are: 1) honoring God 2) cultivating healthy relationships…
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