Are you a catalyst for solutions?
The challenge is that many people think they are a part of the solution when they are not.
How to recognize the blind spots
When we forget to stop, slow down, and remember what is most important we are blind to what God wants us to see. Make sure your eyes are open to what really matters.
Would you rather have grit or giftedness?
You may possess exceptional talent, gifts and ability, but without grit, others less talented and with less ability will pass you by.
BEST OF: Where to Find the Strength to “Do It Afraid” — guest: Steelers’ Chaplain, Kent Chevalier
If you're struggling to find motivation to answer God's call on your life, you are in for some encouragement from Kent Chevalier, Chaplain of the Pittsburgh Steelers. In his passionate communication style, Kent shares the inspiring story of how God called him and his wife to be missionaries. Kent also reveals amazing biblical insight into where men find the strength to "do it afraid."After serving for 22 years as a pastor in the local church, Kent stepped out in 2019 to become the Chaplain of the Pittsburgh Steelers through the ministry of Athletes in Action. He is a Pittsburgh native [...]
How to become a more grateful leader
How can we bring joy back into our leadership? I believe becoming more grateful can help…a lot. Consider these four ways to become a more grateful leader.
When your best leadership move is to stop what you’re doing
The secret to sustainable, effective leadership is not only in knowing when to speed up, and when to slow down. More often than you'd think, it’s knowing when to stop.
What Sabbath looks like in my life
Jesus reframed the idea of Sabbath-rest as a gift to be enjoyed, rather than a law to be obeyed.
5 reasons for caution when it comes to church budgets for the next year
While we don’t have sufficient data to declare a definitive trend, we see reasons to urge church leaders to exercise caution before planning major budget increases in the months ahead. Here are five of those reasons.
9 Marks of the Character of a Servant Leader
What kind of Leader does God want us to be? In this sample chapter from Grab A Towel, author Tim Tucker reveals nine hallmarks of the character of a servant leader. Leading like Christ and with his character may be counter-cultural and often costly, but it is the calling of every Christian leader.
Leading in any situation
The situational leader is wise enough to step back, pray, assess the situation, and determine which strategies will garner the best outcome.
This is the often overlooked, but key ingredient in effective innovation
Bob Whitesel shares a 1-minute leadership lesson about the key element of innovation.
How Ministry Leaders Can Prioritize Discipleship | Dennis Allen
Rodney's guest on the podcast today is CEO, author and speaker, Dennis Allen.Dennis is the author of, The Disciple Dilemma: Rethinking and Reforming How The Church Does Discipleship. A six-time Chief Executive Officer specializing in “turnarounds” for Wall Street backed corporations, Dennis speaks at universities, churches and conferences, on the topics of leadership and discipleship. Dennis is also a combat-rated Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, and an alumnus of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics.Dennis makes the case that Christian leaders must restructure their organizations to conform to Christ’s mission of discipleship.Find Dennis online at https://thediscipledilemma.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet [...]
Have you mistaken a gift for a given?
Mistaking gifts for givens has many implications for me, and perhaps for you as well. I am grateful for gifts, but the givens (like air conditioning) are taken for granted.
Enhance your Bible reading with this idea
This is the fifth in a series on reading the Bible. The Bible Project is a free resource that could boost your Bible reading.
How’s your heart today?
“O Lord, do good to those who are good, whose hearts are in tune with you” (Psalm 125:4). A heart in tune with God is a heart God will bless with all of his goodness.
3 myths about workplace faith
Three myths continue to persist among Christians who work in the marketplace.
Are you a relational or an organizational leader?
As leaders, we're caught up in constant comparison and feel inadequate if we’re not moving toward the "next stage." You may dream of leading a big organization, but your wiring keeps pulling you back to a small one. So … what are you? A relational leader or an organizational leader?
Interview with Walter West, Sr Pastor at Anastasia Church
Rodney's guest is Dr. Walter West. Walter earned his Doctor of Ministry at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and has served as a pastor at Anastasia Baptist Church in St. Augustine, Florida for 25 years, the last 15 as their senior pastor.Find Walter online at https://www.anastasiachurch.org/Check out our chapter markers for show notes and highlights.Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.
Leading from a healthy place
Leadership, especially ministry leadership, can be a draining endeavor. The continual demands upon the leader take an emotional toll and many times the leader finds himself or herself in an unhealthy emotional state and this inevitably affects them personally, in their family, and in ministry.
How you develop essential qualities for kind leadership
Leadership legacies are built more on kindness than they are on accomplishments. Kindness is action-oriented, and is an essential component to influencing lasting impact. So, what are the qualities that make up kind leadership?
