Tag: Maturity

Ministry Inside.138

Every Thursday, I write with church leaders in mind.  Yet, this particular post probably speaks to many of us, regardless of how we serve. Let’s think for a moment about self-consciousness.   When I was in high school (yes, this was a long time ago) a photographer came to our campus to take picture of our… Continue reading Ministry Inside.138

Grow in Your Understanding of People (5 Realities)

Yesterday, my youngest daughter called to tell us that her street had just been in a severe hail storm. I didn’t know how severe this storm was until she sent pictures. Wow! Her car was in the driveway and was just about destroyed. The windshield was shattered as well as the back glass. Hail and… Continue reading Grow in Your Understanding of People (5 Realities)

13 Ways to Really Mess Up Your Children

Now here is a recipe for disaster!    Of course the last thing that most of want to do is to mess up our children. Yet, we can neglect some basic realities while we rationalize other behaviors. So here it is: “Thirteen Ways to Really Mess Up Your Children.” 1. Break your promises to them regularly.  After… Continue reading 13 Ways to Really Mess Up Your Children

How to Regain Your Energy and Endurance

Tuesday, I met with some of the finest ministers I know. Each month, our mentoring group meets. Typically, we meet in my home for most of a day. We have contracted with one another to meet together one day, each month for one year. These ministers set aside their work and their responsibilities one day… Continue reading How to Regain Your Energy and Endurance

13 Ways To Destroy a Marriage

No one gets married and then sets out to destroy that marriage. However, many marriages are in trouble because the following behaviors persist. These are behaviors I have witnessed after having hundreds of conversations with married people: 1. Be set in your ways. “I was this way when you married me and I’m this way… Continue reading 13 Ways To Destroy a Marriage