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Mentoring: People of Value Adding Value to People

There is nothing more rewarding than investing ourselves in others. That’s what a music teacher discovered…

Pouring into others

Pouring into Others – The Enduring Impact

Revisiting the Ed Thomas story—a timely reminder that investing ourselves in others – pouring into others – is never…

Leadership in Times of Crisis

On December 15, 1967, the Silver Bridge at Point Pleasant, West Virginia, collapsed, plunging many to their death. Investigation…

Leaders in the COG7

Why Be a Leader in the Church?

When you answer the call to be a leader in your church denomination, you will find your place among…

General Epistles BIS 104

Learning to Love Those You Serve

John opens his first epistle by defending and establishing the understanding of the humanity of Christ. “That which was…

Power, authority, influence, and leadership

Power, Authority, Influence, and Leadership (PAIL)

Thoughts on Power, Authority, Influence, and Leadership (PAIL) from Chip Hinds. Dear Readers, Peace, joy, love, and hope in Jesus Christ…

You Need a Coach

To say that coaching is trending these days would be an understatement. Once exclusively related to sports, this term…

Living Witnesses

In 2016 I shut my classroom door for the final time, choosing to leave a dream job and face…

Amazing Grace

Jesus has entrusted us with a critical rescue mission where eternal destinies hang in the balance. Most of us…

Quiet Influence: 6 Tips for the Introverted Leader

Hi, my name is Mary, and I am an introvert. I am also a leader. If you had asked me…