Ways to Expand Your Leadership Reach

The one thing that seems to separate those who keep moving and those who don’t is continued personal growth. (Personal Spiritual Growth) When a leader gets stuck, the organization gets stuck. If you stop growing, in time, so will what you lead. Change, adaptability,...

Wisdom begins when we ask God for it; we ask God to supply it. (1 Kings 3:9, NKJV; 1 Kings 3:9-10, CEV; 1 Kings 3:12, CEV; James 1:5, NKJV, CEV) The mind of God in the matter; we then need understanding on how to apply it. Many times, we know what God’s will and Word...

(Proverbs 3:5-6, NKJV, AMP)   Insights that can bring Greater Results for the Lord in a much shorter time. Trust—Secure – Confidence When we try to get our security from anything but God we end up insecure because everything and everybody else changes. God never...

In every invitation, every opportunity, every relationship, every major purchase! God word makes it clear He does not want us to be unwise and He does want us to understand what the will of God is! Ephesians 5:17 (NKJV) Wisdom is knowing the mind of God in a matter,...

1 Peter 5:1-7   Lead because you are willing. (Vs. 2) Local church leadership is a get to, not have to. God presents each of us with the privilege to lead and that leadership is an honor. The attitude of a good shepherd is one who cares for the flock, watching out for...

1. Older can be Awesome.  (Psalms 71:18, NLT; Isaiah 46:4, NLT; Psalms 92:14) 2. Life many times is not so much about age as it is the stage. Stages of Life:        1.    Movement – Experience depths of Movements of God.        2.    Museum – Stagnant –living off past...

1. Let what God says about you trump what other people say about you.          (Isaiah 43:1-3, NKJV) “But now, thus says the Lord, who created you, O Jacob, And       He who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have   called you by your name;...

Teams lead stronger when they lead together—3 Principles to lead stronger. The only way to lead stronger is to lead in the same direction. Unbridled independence is a problem—alone it’s primary purpose is to run solo. Interdependence is more powerful and beautiful—we...

Mature leaders take responsibility for their own actions. Responsibility is the most important factor to discern maturity. As mature leaders, we should take responsibility for our actions—Call it what it is, take the appropriate action, and we should not repeat it.  ...

Three Steps to Personal Training Intimacy With God and yourself—you must spend time with him to have an intimate relationship with Him. Relationship with others—you want them to learn how to have a relationship with God and you where you can speak into their lives....

The Law of Intentionality: Growth Doesn’t Just Happen Knowing isn’t the same as growing. To grow to our potential, we have to discard the mistakes and beliefs that prevent us from moving forward. Two such beliefs: That failure is fatal. That we don’t have time right...

We all have sweet spots and blind spots. • Sweet Spots are areas we do well and are fruitful and productive in. • Blind Spots are those subtle areas that can bring defeat, discouragement, and even death. 2 Chronicles 7:14-15, NKJV Allowing ministry to replace Jesus. •...

Psalm 133:1 (NKJV) “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brethren to dwell together in unity!”   1. Focus on what we share in common, not our difference. (Amos 3:3) 2. Have realistic expectations; Do the best you can with what you’ve got. 3. Choose to...

We must minister in the Holy Spirit’s power. (Acts 1:4-5, NIV) • We must rely on His power on a moment by moment bases. • The power of God is given for witnessing, ministering, and mission. • One of the characteristics of people who try to minister in a church without...

Serving and Giving is a Heart Condition. (Luke 21:1-4, MSG; NKJV) • When our heart is right our giving will be right—physically and financially. God looks at the heart. (1 Samuel 16:7, NKJV) • God know your heart—when your heart is right your service and giving will...

Judges 14 Seven Stupid Steps Samson took. 1. He went to the Wrong Place. 2. He was Looking for the Wrong Thing. 3. He Rejected Godly Counsel. 4. He Continued a Wrong Relationship. 5. He Compromised His Commitment. 6. He Ignored His Weaknesses. 7. He’d rather take...

What is Passion? • An intense urgency to accomplish your God given calling. • Passion gives us desire—Desire + Determination = Destiny. • Passion is the main difference in success and failure. (Colossians 3:23, NKJV) • Passion is the #1 thing people in your class, at...

Culture of Excellence • We want to develop a positive culture of being excited about how we can do better. • Many times, without even knowing –we come across as criticism, instead of congratulating and celebrating. • Anything new and improved creates momentum good or...

Our Vision: “Bring those far from God close to God” –One step at a time. Core Values: 1. Found people Find people. 2. Saved people Serve people. 3. Growing people change. 4. I can’t do life alone. 5. I can’t out give God. Motto: I MESS UP—YOU MESS UP—WE ALL MESS UP....