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be a giver, not a taker

Posted on February 4, 2013 by

“If you are not feeding your soul on the presence, promises, & provisions of Christ, you will ask people & things to be the messiah they cannot be.”  David Paul Tripp, Dangerous Calling. Thought-provoking quote, isn’t it?  Our hearts detest … Continue reading →

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make space for new things!

Posted on January 14, 2013 by

The New Year creates some good opportunities for personal reflection and evaluation. Just like de-cluttering your space, every now and then you have to take a good look at your life and ask yourself how things are working for you.  … Continue reading →

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5 simple ways to develop your people

Posted on January 7, 2013 by

Want to make a difference in your effectiveness this year?  Develop your folks!   If you’re leading others, developing your team members is a priority, and it doesn’t have to be complicated. “A leader who produces other leaders multiplies their … Continue reading →

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on diligence part two

Posted on November 24, 2012 by

“Would you like to play the organ?” After hearing what the music instructor could play, my little eight year old heart was shouting, “Yes!”  The idea of my hands being able to create that kind of sound was so attractive.  … Continue reading →

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recognizing potential

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

So, you need leaders. What are we looking for when we’re looking for leaders?  Often in organizational conversations, we start making lists of qualities we’re looking for.  Young leaders rarely have everything on those lists, in the same way that … Continue reading →

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