Mar 2, 2017 | Calling, Depression, Fatigue, Fear, Leadership, Rest, Stress, Uncategorized
The more pastors I talk to, the more I realize many of them struggle with busy. At a recent conference, I asked several pastors how they were doing with taking a day off every week. The first two replied: “I don’t take a full day off and haven’t for years.” Two more...
Feb 23, 2017 | Calling, Fatigue, Leadership, Stress, Uncategorized, Work
When I ask pastors about their day off, I’m often greeted with a blank stare followed by uncomfortable mumbling. Some report they haven’t taken a day off in years… and even worse… a few of them are proud of it. Many contributors to pastoral burnout exist. An...
Feb 16, 2017 | Calling, Career, Leadership, Productivity, Routines, Work
I am a creature of habit. I get up early every morning, spend time with my Heavenly Father in prayer and reading His Word. I use a structured approach to my prayer life, praying for a different group of people on the same day each week. I read through the Bible...
Feb 9, 2017 | Calling, Career, Leadership, Work
Many leaders struggle with the demon of insecurity. (I’m using the word “demon” metaphorically, not literally.) King Saul was the crown prince of this particular character flaw. Chosen by God to be Israel’s first king, Saul had good looks, leadership skills, flashes...
Feb 2, 2017 | Calling, Leadership, Marriage, Pastor's Spouse, Uncategorized
Today we welcome a fresh voice to the Converge Coaching blog… Jamie Hlavin. Jaime is a wife, mother, and a friend of mine. Hope you enjoy her contribution ~ John When I was 15, I met a guy with perfectly straight teeth and a beautiful head of gorgeously styled hair....
