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Resolutions or Promises? By Dr. Bob Snyder
Will It Be New Year Resolutions or Standing on Promises? I used to make New Year’s resolutions, but by mid-January, I would be wallowing in failure. Positive change is good, but it is challenging. I have realized that striving for change in my strength is futile. This year, I made no resolutions. Instead, I choose…

Every Christian Leader Thriving
Christ-like Character and Competency Produce Thriving In October 2019, the Christian Leadership Alliance board discerned God moving, and a new vision statement for the Alliance was born: Every Christian leader thriving. After fully adopting that vision statement, it became highly relevant in March 2020 when God provided a remarkable way to unite and equip leaders amid…

Creating and Leading a Christian NPO
A Guide for Starting Your NPO Starting a Christian non-profit organization (NPO) is a profound way to serve God and your community. Christian NPOs embody Christ’s teachings by addressing societal needs, spreading hope, and uplifting the underserved. These organizations serve as vessels to please God by caring for His creation, echoing Jesus’ mission to serve…

My Top Ten Books of 2024 By Alec Hill
Books Worthy of Recommendation Reading books is vital for leaders. It provides wisdom, sharpens judgment, bolsters public speaking, and connects us with others. “Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers.” ~ Harry Truman Here is my top 10 best book list for 2024. I encourage you to keep on reading! (1) Veritas:…

Church-Centric to Kingdom-Centric By Reggie McNeal
Understanding the Move from Church-Centric to Kingdom-Centric A church-centric understanding of the church’s mission has blinded us to God’s mission, which he has been pursuing since the Garden. A church-centric orientation assumes that God is primarily concerned with looking after the church and how it gets along, shrinkwrapping God’s mission down to church size. What…

Leading In The Storm by Andrea Leigh Capuyan
A Steward in the Storm Storms, conflicts, or challenges leaders face at work or in ministry offer personal transformation opportunities. Hard times allow good leaders to learn, grow, and improve—to lead others better and serve more faithfully. Plus, the difficulties we face as we lead will change us if we let them. The storm is…

The Challenge for Leaders to Focus By Andrea Leigh Capuyan
Are you able to focus on the here and now? It can be challenging for leaders to focus on the here and now. Projecting vision and evaluating future opportunities are critical skills for effective leadership. Yet, always looking ahead can be dangerous because we can uncouple from our current reality. Fearlessly pursuing something emerging on…

Empowering Christian Leaders for Excellence
Pursuing Excellence Through Education and Lifelong Learning Leadership excellence drives impact and fosters positive change in any organization. As ministry demands grow more complex, leaders must equip themselves with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate challenges effectively. Investing in skill development plays a crucial role in this journey, providing individuals with tools to manage their…

Trusting God By Dr. Rob McKenna
Trusting God Amid Your Longing How long, O LORD? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long must I take counsel in my soul and have sorrow in my heart all the day? How long shall my enemy be exalted over me? Consider and answer me, O…

Stewards of Civility By Jon Lewis
Biblical Civility in Turbulent Times During my seven-decade lifetime, no time has demonstrated more of a lack of civil discourse than today. I write this blog approaching the November 5, 2024, U.S. presidential elections. I am not confident that the days and weeks following the upcoming election will be any better, no matter which candidate…