Jan 12, 2017 | Calling, Career, Growth, Leadership
I ran across this verse of Scripture in 1 Corinthians a few days ago: “I (Paul) planted, Apollos watered, but God made it grow.” The Corinthian church had been arguing over who was a better leader—Paul or Apollos. Paul responded: “You have it all wrong.” He and...
Jun 17, 2016 | Calling, Career, Fear, Leadership, Productivity, systems, Work
Our church is undergoing a huge renovation project. Carpet, tile, woodwork, paint, signs, bathrooms, etc. While observing the transformation, it occurred to me: we pastors hire skilled people to lay carpet, hang drywall, plumb, and much more in our church. We engage...
Jun 10, 2016 | Calling, Career, Leadership, Productivity, Spirituality, Work
I deeply respect what pastors do for a living. I appreciate the sacrifice, hard work, dedication, and effort they bring to the table every week. “Here is a trustworthy saying: If anyone sets his heart on being an overseer, he desires a noble task.” 1 Timothy 3:1 (NIV)...
Jun 3, 2016 | Calling, Career, Leadership, Uncategorized, Work
“Don’t mistake movement for achievement. It’s easy to get faked out by being busy.” (Jim Rohn) For a good chunk of my work life, I allowed movement to fake me out. As a youth pastor at a large church, my schedule was routinely packed. One day I remember calling my...
May 27, 2016 | Calling, Career, Leadership, Productivity, systems, Uncategorized, Work
I visit a chiropractor occasionally to get my spine readjusted. When the spine is aligned, everything else physically seems better, smoother, and more efficient. The more aligned I am in terms of my body, the healthier I feel. The word healthy gets tossed around a lot...
