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What Faith Requires by Cyrus Nowrasteh
By Cyrus Nowrasteh ~ Often in life you discover what faith requires is great perseverance and a miracle to accomplish what you are called to do. Many obstacles had to be overcome to bring this beautiful story of The Young Messiah to film. From book to script to screen it has taken nearly six years.…
Read MoreA Pauline Perspective on Locating Best Practices by Dr. Gary Hoag
By Gary G. Hoag, Ph.D. ~ What is a Pauline perspective on locating best practices? Every winter for more than a decade I have facilitated a research project with a peer group of evangelical seminary leaders. We share various data points linked to advancement—ranging from communications to development—and analyze insights that surface in the findings.…
Read MoreMultiplying Your Ministry Marketing Efforts By Shannon Litton
By Shannon Litton~ It makes sense that you want to multiply your ministry marketing efforts. In an earlier post, I revealed the first fundamental principle to successful marketing and communications: Brand Clarity (link back to last month’s article). Today, we are going to explore the second pillar, Brand Reach. Now that your message is clear,…
Read MoreWho You Are In Christ By Nancy Reece
By Nancy Reece The most challenging situations often lead you to learning more about who you are in Christ. That was true for me. “YOU’RE FIRED!” Thanks to Donald Trump, these words have become a part of the American lexicon. Unfortunately, one Monday morning, I, too, heard those words drifting across the table — directed…
Read MoreGive It To Me Straight By Sara Nagelvoort Marlin
By Sara Nagelvoort Marlin There are merits to candor in the Christian workplace, especially when we have the courage to say, “Give it to me straight.’ Last year I transitioned from the corporate world to a Christian nonprofit, realizing a life-long dream to apply my love for marketing and communications to a wonderful ministry. I…
Read MoreUnity Matters To God By Tami Heim
By Tami Heim As a Christian leader, you know unity matters to God. Throughout Scripture you see the evidence of God moving his people towards oneness with him. Through his covenant with Abraham, God makes the ultimate promise that seals and leads to salvation, redemption and reconciliation. And that promise was fulfilled through the birth,…
Read MoreLeadership Lesson: Thanksgiving By Wayne Pederson
By Wayne Pederson~ Leadership Lesson: Thanksgiving Did you ever notice that you avoid negative people? Those toxic relationships sap your energy and affect your outlook on life. One of the keys to happiness is to connect with positive people. If you’re trying to motivate yourself, refuse to dwell on negative thoughts. Focus on the things…
Read MoreBreak Through the Clutter by Shannon Litton
By Shannon Litton ~ Are you ready to Break Through the Clutter in 2016? January is upon us – a new year and a new chapter for your ministry. By now you have settled back into the grind, perhaps feeling a bit overwhelmed as you recall the lofty goals your team has set for 2016.…
Read MoreWhy We Call Ourselves Nonprofits By Peter A. Persuitti
By Peter A. Persuitti At this year’s BoardSource Leadership Forum (BLF) — a gathering of more than 800 non-profit trustees, directors, executives and specialized service providers — someone raised the issue of why we call ourselves nonprofit. The query brewed as a result of the number of corporate executives in the audience on hand for…
Read MoreJesus Names His Stewards by Howard Rich
By Howard Rich ~ Today, I want to share with you how in Scripture Jesus names his stewards, those who belong to him. I have often been asked if I have a favorite verse, or a life verse, from the Bible. As I reflect on this question, I realize I have a life chapter. Revelation…
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