Jun 3, 2021 | Anger, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Bitterness, Emotional Health, Forgiveness, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Uncategorized
Anger is ‘in.” Being outraged, upset—and vocal about it—has been with us since the beginning of the human race. But doesn’t it seem like today more people than ever are outwardly angry about something? Anger has almost become chic. Anger can be used for good. It...
Jun 1, 2021 | Abuse, Calling, character, Emotional Health, Leadership, Pastor, Uncategorized, Wounds
Wounds and unfinished business from the past impact us as leaders in the present. In today’s podcast, John and special guest Josh Spurlock unpack how this dynamic plays out in the life of a leader. They outline practical approaches to identify and address these...
May 27, 2021 | Uncategorized
Laura and I returned earlier this week from a ten-day vacation in the Smoky Mountains. To celebrate our 40th anniversary, we revisited the place where we honeymooned. The mountains, rivers, waterfalls, and wildlife were beautiful, inspiring, and refreshing....
May 25, 2021 | Graciousness, Health, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Podcast, The Church
The purpose of today’s pod isn’t to gain sympathy, it’s to share what I learned by experiencing a battle with Covid-19, and to increase our understanding as leaders regarding what people suffering with this nasty virus go through. In the middle of my own struggle,...
May 20, 2021 | Abuse, Anger, Bitterness, Depression, Disappointment, Hatred, Jealousy, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Uncategorized
In 1906, Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto noted 80% of Italy’s land was owned by 20% of the people. He became somewhat obsessed with this ratio, seeing it in everything. The 80:20 ratio of cause-to-effect became known as the Pareto Principle. The Pareto...
