“Criticism: Fiend or Friend?”

Does anyone enjoy being criticized? Especially by someone who seems to be a master criticizer. It can be so hard to take. The delivery has a lot to do with that. However, especially as leaders how should we view criticism? Being critiqued has become a normal part of the life of the leader in the… Continue reading “Criticism: Fiend or Friend?”

Famous Last Words

Matthew 7: 24-25 (MSG) “These words I speak to you are not incidental additions to your life, homeowner improvements to your standard of living. They are foundational words, words to build a life on. If you work these words into your life, you are like a smart carpenter who built his house on solid rock.… Continue reading Famous Last Words

What is Your Favorite Story

I have found it to be true that excellent leaders are good storytellers. They Know how to cast vision and communicate in a way that grabs the listener and says, “Hey, pay attention; this is important!” They called it a camp meeting. I was in my early 20s, a young Pastor excited about life, ministry,… Continue reading What is Your Favorite Story