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Modeling Generosity Unlocks Financial Resources By Chris McDaniel
Rethink Your Approach to Financial Resources A common challenge for Christian leaders is to secure financial resources for ministry. I certainly experienced this when I was tasked with raising them. Frequently, ministries are looking for a magic button to push to increase giving by asking why the board does not provide more; how about more…
Read MoreOutcomes Conference 24 Highlight: Meet Faith Eury Cho
Faith Eury Cho Serves as a Church and Nonprofit Leader Christian Leadership Alliance is eager to hear the message God puts on the heart of Faith Eury Cho for her mainstage presentation at Outcomes Conference 2024. Faith is the CEO and founder of The Honor Summit, a nonprofit organization that centers Asian American women on the mission…
Read MoreTransitions By Dr. Brian S. Simmons
Transitions and Managing the Changes Here is a biblical principle for transitions that is true on a personal and professional level. “The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives!” Psalm 37:23-4 Transition Defined A transition is a change or shift from one state, subject, person, or place…
Read MoreThe Nehemiah Blueprint By Chris Jorgensen
The Nehemiah Blueprint for Building Lasting Impact In January 2022, I spent my morning studying Nehemiah’s book. As I immersed myself in Nehemiah’s story, I realized that his leadership example provides a tremendous roadmap. If we think back to early 2022, faith-based organization leaders faced tremendous challenges. Many leaders were stretched thin, on the brink…
Read MoreOutcomes Conference Mainstage Highlight: Creating a Culture of Encouragement
Outcomes Conference Mainstage Panel Discussion on Shaping Culture During Wednesday afternoon’s Outcomes Conference mainstage session, Ed Fry, founder and president of FaithSearch Partners, is facilitating a vital panel discussion on how Christian leaders shape and create a culture of encouragement. Ed will be teamed up with Elaine Welcome, SVP Christian Media at FaithSearch Partners. Together,…
Read MoreThe Best Steward Leader Role Model by Dr. Marybeth Leavell
A Steward Role Model Set an Example to Follow The amazing thing about leadership is that everybody seems to have a different definition or uses different role models to set the standard. According to one source, there are over 850 recognized definitions for leadership! Of all these options, the leadership theory that resonates the most…
Read MoreLook for It By James Whitford
Look for The Image-Bearer Beyond the Poverty We See “Look, gangs were a big part of my life. I would always walk out the back door of the house thinking someone might shoot me if I walked out the front.” Jake was 12 then, living in L.A. with his working mom and alcoholic dad. Fast…
Read MoreOutcomes Conference 24 Highlight: Meet Marvin Campbell
Marvin Campbell Equips Disciple Makers Marin Campbell is the U.S. President of The Navigators. He will take the stage for the Christian Leadership Alliance annual Outcomes Conference 2024. His journey of faith brings him to this moment in time. When appointed to his current role, the chairman of the board described Marvin this way, “Marvin is…
Read MoreThe Importance of Strategic Planning By Dr. Al Hearne II
Strategic Planning from a Steward Leader Perspective Today’s blog is the first in a series that will delve into the importance of strategic planning in all areas of the steward leader’s life. This blog explains the importance of strategic planning and describes a six-step strategic planning process. Future blogs will cover the importance of strategic…
Read MoreThe Best Use of Wealth By John M. Thornton
A Biblical Perspective on Wealth Quickly skim through the “Red Letter” section of the Bible, and you’ll find that Jesus has much to say about wealth. Yet there is only one place where he tells us the best use of wealth. In an odd and confusing little parable, the Parable of the Shrewd Manager, Jesus…
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