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The Steward Leader's Creed by Kent Wilson, PhD

By Kent Wilson, PhD ~ We’ve talked a lot about the steward leader on the Christian Leadership Alliance, Higher Thinking blog, so I thought I’d attempt to synthesize the basic principles and beliefs of a biblical steward leader in the form of a Steward Leader’s Creed. The Steward Leader’s Creed As a steward leader… I…

Jesus: Ultimate Team Builder by Mark Siegrist

By Mark Siegrist ~ Jesus’ interactions with his team of 12 created a culture of excellence that every organization would do well to embrace. What can we learn from Jesus, the ultimate team builder? In Jesus CEO (Hachette Books, 1996), Laura Beth Jones observes that “once Jesus began his work in earnest, he wasted no…

Links between steward leaders and their stuff

Steward Leaders and Their Stuff by Wes Willmer

By Wes Willmer ~ Did you know that possessions are mentioned in Scripture three times more than love, seven times more than prayer, and eight times more than belief?  So what is the link between steward leaders and their stuff? Clearly it is very important to God and the manner in which the topic appears…

How to coach next gen!

How To Coach Next Gen by Roy and Margaret Fitzwater

By Roy and Margaret Fitzwater As millennials move into leadership roles, turnover rates may be even higher and more costly so it is  important to understand how to coach next gen leaders. Cheryl Conner writes in Forbes that the cost of unproductive time and a sense of entitlement are particular challenges among millennials, who reportedly…

Creativity Is A Process by Brad Lomenick

By Brad Lomenick~ Ever heard of Dick Fosbury? He changed the trajectory of an entire sport with his new and creative way to high-jump, appropriately titled the “Fosbury Flop,” still in vogue today. Innovation has changed the music industry, moving from records to cassettes to CDs and now digital downloads. The iPhone and iPad changed…

Global Perspective on Financial Accountability and Generosity

by Gary G. Hoag, Ph.D.~ At The Outcomes Conference: CLA Dallas 2015, the ECFA hosted the first ever International Accountability Summit. Representatives from twelve nations gathered together to shape a global perspective on financial accountability and generosity. The conversations were grounded in 2 Corinthians 8:20-21 which reads: “We take this course so that no one…

Seven Steps to Improve Outcomes by Mark Forshaw

By Mark Forshaw ~ Today we are going to learn from a case study and review the seven steps to improve outcomes in your ministry. To better monitor and create clearer metrics for its mission, American Bible Society, in 2006, launched a pioneering research group called Global Scripture Impact. This team of international and domestic…

Trust Changes Everything

Trust Changes Everything

Trust is essential to the success of any organization, and Christ-centered organizations understand this responsibility as more than just good business practice — it’s a call to honor God in every aspect of ministry. As president of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA), an organization that accredits ministries with its seal of trust, Dan…

Christian Influence: An Interview with Dr. Gregory Alan Thornbury

CLA President and CEO Tami Heim interviewed Gregory Alan Thornbury, Ph.D., president of The King’s College in New York City. Thornbury previously served as professor of philosophy, dean of the school of theology and vice president for spiritual life at Union University. He is the author of Recovering Classic Evangelicalism: Applying the Wisdom and Vision of…

CCNL: Leadership Reflection

Personal Mission Reflections by Dr. Teresa M. Moon

  Today’s post is from Dr. Teresa M. Moon, the Founding President/CEO of the Institute for Cultural Communicators (ICC).  Teresa uses her doctorate in strategic leadership to develop people and cultures. Teresa is committed to continuous learning, fascinated by culture studies, energized by bold ideas and coffee, passionate about inter generational relationships and teams, and…

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