We just returned from a trip that included FDR’s Presidential Library and home, as well as Eleanor’s home Val-Kil. Their leadership inspired me. My parents grew up during the Great…
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Accountability is not always fun. Who wants others to tell you what you need to improve, change, or quit doing? Seeking hard input doesn’t generally rank high on the priority…
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I’ve been disturbed by the trend to disagree without unity within the body of Christ, not only in this putrid political climate but also within churches. Belittling Christians who don’t…
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Our guest blogger today is Brenda Eaton, who serves at Waxahachie Bible Church as the Women’s Ministry Director. I asked Brenda to share how she uses a leadership retreat to…
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After spending the past few weeks with my granddaughters who are three and five, I can’t help but parallel the worst of their behavior with attitudes and actions now rampant…
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My previous post addressed five myths that I have encountered regarding marriage, mommying and ministry. Here are five more: #6 Your kids will develop a deep love for God and the…
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Mark your 2017-2018 church calendars now if you want to purposely connect your Bible study small group leaders well, according to these highly experienced leaders: Gwynne Johnson, Sheryl Graves, and…
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#1 You should be married to do ministry or be in ministry. Whoever came up with this statement? All during my seminary years, the professors told the guys, “Find a…
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I asked Kari Stainback some questions about how she builds a diverse group of women into a team. Kari, tell us a little about your position and the teams that you lead.…
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As I served in ministry positions--volunteer and paid staff alike--I learned that there is no substitute for periodic one-on-one meetings. I loved building friendships and shepherding leaders who served under me.…
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