The post emphasizes the importance of expressing gratitude to those on your team, drawing from Ephesians 1:16. It encourages leaders to not only feel thankful but to make it known. Readers are prompted to identify individuals they can intentionally thank or acknowledge in the upcoming month.
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Why Most Advice Sucks
Advice often reflects personal experience, which may not be applicable to others. The difference between practices and principles is crucial; practices are rigid, while principles adapt to various situations. Effective guidance stems from identifying underlying principles, which is essential in leadership.
Experience vs Education: What Matters More?
People often debate which is more important: experience or education. But the truth is, both matter. Experience is learning from your own successes and failures.Education is learning from someone else’s. And education doesn’t have to be formal—it can come from books, webinars, mentorship, or even intentional conversations with those ahead of you. How will youContinue reading “Experience vs Education: What Matters More?”
St. Patrick’s Breastplate: A Leader’s Prayer
St. Patrick’s Breastplate is a traditional Christian prayer attributed to St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It emphasizes God’s presence in every part of our lives—before us, behind us, within us, and all around us. Many Christian leaders still recite this prayer today, seeking God’s guidance, strength, and protection. Though the full prayer spansContinue reading “St. Patrick’s Breastplate: A Leader’s Prayer”
Why Mentors Matter: Turning Hindsight into Foresight
You’ve likely heard the age-old adage, “Hindsight is 20/20.” Meaning, clarity often comes after a decision is made. But what if we could have that same clarity before a decision is made? This is why having a mentor is so important. A mentor, simply put, is someone further along on the same path as you.Continue reading “Why Mentors Matter: Turning Hindsight into Foresight”
Seek Understanding Before Sharing Opinions
The Book of Proverbs regularly contrasts the actions of the wise and the foolish. Many passages say something along the lines of, “The fool does ____, but the wise does ____.” While Proverbs 18:2 doesn’t present a direct contrast, it does reveal a key difference: “Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airingContinue reading “Seek Understanding Before Sharing Opinions”
Think Twice Before Sharing That Quote Online
“The best way to predict your future is to create it.” —Abraham Lincoln. Wait, no. That quote is actually attributed to Peter Drucker. What he really said was, “You cannot predict your future, but you can create it” (as cited in Drucker on Leadership, 2009). I have a love/hate relationship with my quote-a-day leadership calendar.Continue reading “Think Twice Before Sharing That Quote Online”
Leadership Strength Quiz: Discover Your Strengths as a Christian Leader
Discover your God-given strengths as a Christian leader. Take this short leadership quiz to uncover your unique style, and use it as a team-building resource to help your group grow in Christlike leadership.
Connecting with God Through Worship
Overview In my book, A Leader Worth Imitating (Principle 2: Presence), I explain that there are five ways for people to connect with God and encounter Jesus: scripture, prayer, worship, community, and service. In this article, I will explain how people can connect with God through worship. Worship in the Book of Psalms While worshipContinue reading “Connecting with God Through Worship”
Why Christian Leaders Should Read THE 48 LAWS OF POWER
While many leadership books describe ideal leadership qualities, The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene shows how some people actually lead through manipulation. By understanding these tactics, Christian leaders can better protect themselves and others as well as lead with strength and kindness.
Nick Chellsen 