Posts Tagged ‘CLA Dallas 2015’
Why Strategic Alliances Matter by Douglas Napier
By Douglas Napier Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. ?A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. ~ Ecclesiastes. 4:12. The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco spans nearly two miles across the strait separating San Francisco and Marin counties. This engineering marvel is suspended by two cables, each measuring 36…
Read MoreRepresentatives of the Owner by Kent R. Wilson, Ph.D.
By Kent R. Wilson, Ph.D. Most definitions of stewardship include in one way or another the concept “to manage resources that belong to another.” But what most definitions miss is a critical aspect of a steward’s role: that stewards manage those resources in order to achieve the goals and objectives of the owner. Stewards are…
Read MoreMeet These Servant Leaders
We always thank God for all of you and continually mention you in our prayers. We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. ~ 1 Thessalonians 1:2,3 Every day Christian Leadership Alliance gives thanks for…
Read MoreCome and Learn: How to Make Your Message Known
Leaders have an extraordinary opportunity to be intentional about subduing the high velocity changes in media consumption. We know that media can be a source that amplifies God’s purpose through your ministry, or it can bring confusion and actually derail it. It’s a stewardship choice, and the kingdom outcomes and consequences of that choice have…
Read More13 Ways to LIFT Your Leadership
Tension is growing around the world. More than ever God is placing Christian leaders in situations that require bold faith and the strength to stand unshaken in the midst of fierce cultural winds. Now is the time for all leaders to be steadfast in prayer, study of the Word, and deliberately invest in their leadership.…
Read More15 Workshops to Expand Your Fundraising Expertise
For many nonprofit organizations, raising financial support in such a time as this is essential if life changing ministry goals are to be met. At The Outcomes Conference: CLA Dallas 2015, you will find 15 workshops designed to expand your fundraising expertise. High-profile consultants, well-known professionals, and diverse ministry practitioners, that have a history of…
Read MoreMobilizing the Next Generation by David Kinnaman
By David Kinnaman Every organization has a worldview. In part, such worldviews consist of assumptions that are self-?evidently true to those working for the enterprise. They are ?so much a part of us that we don’t have to think about them; ?in fact, we don’t think about them, which is why we call ?them assumptions!…
Read MoreStewardship is Personal by Howard Rich
By Howard Rich A few weeks ago I attended a small gathering of Christians to learn about and discuss stewardship. Following the conference my wife and I set out on our long drive back to our home. We had purchased this house a little over two months ago, but we had not moved in yet. …
Read More10 Keys to a Strong Nonprofit Organization by Tom Okarma
By Tom Okarma While all ministries are different from one another and have their own unique characteristics, the ones that consistently impact their chosen niches in a positive way and generate successful outcomes are those performing well in several common, important areas. They may not be “best in class” candidates in any of them but…
Read MoreCNLA: Equipping Nonprofit Leaders
Christian Nonprofit Leadership Academy 2015 Christian Leadership Alliance presents the Christian Nonprofit Leadership Academy (CNLA) as one of the many leadership training experiences offered at The Outcomes Conference: CLA Dallas 2015. CNLA is an extensive academic experience for equipping nonprofit leaders. This year, CLA offers 8 class options that last 12.5-hours each over a 2-day…
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