Talking Leadership
Transformed by God’s Love
The Salvation Army’s National Commander Merle Heatwole on thriving in Christian leadership.
Christian Leadership Alliance President and CEO Tami Heim recently interviewed Commissioner Merle Heatwole, National Commander, The Salvation Army, US. Commissioner Heatwole is a member of the Alliance Board of Directors.
By Outcomes Magazine
Thought Leader
Becoming a Flourishing Culture Leader
Three pillars supporting success
In that quiet space, I recognized something important: I was out of alignment with one of the three pillars that support a flourishing Christian leader.
By Al Lopus
Lead Story
Every Christian Leader Thriving
Insights from Christian Leadership Alliance’s journey
Our prayer and hope are that every Christian leader will thrive. We trust God will use Christian Leadership Alliance learning experiences, resources, and its community to accelerate the journey for you.
By Tami Heim
Biblically Speaking
An Invitation to a Deeper Place
God's wisdom for seasons of uncertainty
Psalm 25 was written by David, though the exact time is unknown. It reflects David’s prayer and desire to seek and know God deeper by walking in his truth and wisdom amidst trials and opposition.
By Gina Holm
Feature
Mentoring to Thrive
Jesus shows us seven key approaches of a mentor.
What we need most as leaders is not to be managed – but mentored. Mentors don’t just shape what you do – they shape who you become. Their impact multiplies long after they’re gone.
By Lyle Wells
Feature
More Than Enough
Thriving as a Christian fundraiser
Do you believe God’s storehouse contains more than enough to cover the needs of every ministry and organization? Do a quick search throughout Scripture, and you will see how many times the idea of “more than enough” surfaces...
By Nathan Jones
Reflections
The Soul Work of Thriving Leaders
From exhaustion and burnout to health and wholeness
Thriving leaders don’t start by fixing problems or casting a bigger vision. They start by attending to the soul. They start by paying attention, taking notice, acting with intention, and helping others do the same.
By Mindy Caliguire
Raising the Bar
Moving from Toxic to Curative
Restoring a healthy workplace culture
As we know, toxic work cultures tear people down, demoralize them and leave a lasting negative imprint on the human spirit... Curative culture seeks to remove the wall between our work and our value as people made in the image of God.
By Douglas K. Shaw
Interior Remodel
Thriving in Seasons of Disruption
Spiritual attunement to flourish through drought or storm
Spiritual attunement cultivates the rootedness that helps teams flourish even in seasons of drought or storm. Any team can grow in attunement. It takes courage and intention but bears fruit quickly.
By Tracy Mathews
Foundations
Leading Yourself Well
Cultivating spiritual listening and practical self-care
Leading yourself well is the foundational aspect of great leadership. It begins with self-care. As the adage goes, you cannot serve anyone else well if you are not caring for yourself.
By Rev. Lettie Moses Carr, Esq.
Empowering People
The Flock that Flourishes
Shepherding well to help our teams to thrive
Shepherding well takes focused intentionality and determination. The leader must value what it means to provide for a team’s needs.
By Holly Culhane
Power Source
Mastering Facts and Feelings
The secret to thriving teams
When we act based on feelings and fillers, rather than facts, misunderstandings multiply. But when we take the time to process these layers, we move from reaction to response. That is a shift that makes all the difference.
By Ramona Davis
First Person
Start with the Heart
A whole-self framework for thriving leadership
In a culture that celebrates hustle and hacks, thriving is often mistaken for doing more. But I believe God’s design for us looks less like a sprint and more like slow, rooted growth.
By Mike Lenda
Sources & Resources
Books for Summer 2025
12 inspiring books to help you thrive as a Christian leader!
Outcomes Magazine recommends these 12 inspiring books to help you to thrive as a Christian leader.
By W. Scott Brown
Outcomes Magazine
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