Posts Tagged ‘Columbia International University’
The Power of a NU Heart By Dr. Brian S. Simmons
What Difference Does a Nu Heart Make? In times like these, I am reminded of the difference a NU heart can make. As we continue to experience the emotions leading up to and following a presidential election, I have questions about the state of our hearts. Discovering at NU Heart Years ago, my wife Bonnie…
Read MoreStewarding Eternity by Dr. Marybeth Leavell
Eternity – A Sacred Trust in a Temporary World Living as stewards of eternity means living with a mindset transcending the present. We must allow our lives to be shaped not by worldly success or failure metrics but by kingdom values—truth, love, and righteousness. The call to steward eternity means that our actions, decisions, and…
Read MoreLove and Unity By Dr. Brian S. Simmons
A Biblical Mandate for Love and Unity Stewards assigned and anointed by God to lead Christian organizations can learn several practical leadership principles by studying the church and the role of love and unity. Several passages of Scripture (Romans 12, I Corinthians 12 & 13, and Ephesians 4) instruct believers, who collectively comprise the church.…
Read MoreLegacy By Dr. Brian S. Simmons
The Legacy of a Steward Leader What does Scripture say about the legacy of a steward leader? “How joyful are those who fear the Lord and delight in obeying His commands. Their children will be successful everywhere. An entire generation of godly people will be blessed. They, themselves, will be wealthy, and their good deeds…
Read MoreHumility and the Steward Leader By Dr. Marybeth Leavell
“Humility is simply the proper assessment of who we are in relationship to God.” ~ Charles Spurgeon A favorite saying of mine is, “One of the leadership traits that I am most proud of is my humility!” Even though this is laughable, it may seem like an unlikely trait for leaders in our culture, who…
Read MoreLeading and Following By Dr. Marybeth Leavell
Leading and Following as a Steward While leading and following may seem like opposite roles, in the context of stewardship, they are closely intertwined and complementary aspects of the same overarching responsibility. Let’s explore the essence of stewardship and how following and leading complement each other in the practice of this transformative model. The Steward…
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 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 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 MoreBringing It All Together By Dr. Brian S. Simmons
Steward Leadership, Work, and Life Calling Come Together During seasons of rest from work, it is essential to reflect and bring what matters most all together. Even God rested from His work of creation! Human beings, created in God’s image, find meaning and purpose in work. And, like God, it is important to rest from…
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