God knew that David possessed outstanding leadership qualities long before the young shepherd boy from Bethlehem became Israel’s king. David was the youngest of eight brothers whom the prophet Samuel “interviewed” for the job. He was the only one of the brothers about whom God said, “Anoint him, for he is the one” (1 Sam.…
Read MoreAs a leader, we all want to know what we need to do the stay fresh or to stay in the position of leader. Here are five things we can do to continue to develop and remain a leader. Know what you are good at as a leader We all have strengths and weaknesses and…
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Yogi Berra once said, “It was impossible to get a conversation going, everybody was talking too much.” Most groups have one of two problems when it comes to meaningful spiritual conversation: discussion can feel like pulling teeth or herding cats. Either people won’t talk, or they won’t stop talking about things unrelated to the Bible study. Leading a…
Read MoreAs teachers and ministers, we’re supposed to have all the answers, right? While that’s certainly an ambitious goal to have, it’s not true to life. Furthermore, the problem with the “only ask questions with straight-forward answers” mentality of leadership is that it holds little water for young adults. They know better than to assume life…
Read MoreSmall groups can be a vibrant form of Christian community. So how do you create an environment that encourages spiritual growth and personal interaction? How can you help group members understand, explore, and obey the truth of Scripture? Below are 8 keys to a successful small group environment. Clarity—Clearly establish the purpose of your time…
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