Memories & Memorials

I went to Washington DC a few years ago and one of my favorite things about our nation’s capital is all the memorials. These memorial sites tell story after story of bravery, sacrifice and leadership. I think the one that most moved my heart is Iwo Jima – there is such a story of bravery…

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Leadership Transition

This is a presidential election year here in the United States. When our president is elected there is a peaceful transition of power that is shown around the world. In debate, it appears that the leaders hate each other, but they respect the office. There are leadership transitions that happen in various business. The board…

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Leadership Transfer

There are so many areas of life where leadership is transferred or handed off from one person to another.  Some leadership positions are formal, and some are informal. A president of a club or organization is formal, while the influence and guidance of the past presidents are informal. There comes a time when new leadership…

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Desperate Leadership

I know what it’s like to be in charge and yet not sure how to go where we are supposed to go. There are those who are put in leadership position without leadership ability. “If you’re leading and no one is following, then you’re just taking a walk.” (Afghan proverb) Leadership is not always easy…

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God’s Choice

I sometimes behave like I have lots of choices that are really not mine. I am profoundly blessed with the Lord’s Presence in me. I really do want to walk and talk with Him living in me and I want my daily choices to reflect His Presence in me. I also pray for God’s favor…

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Demand

This word carries with it some level of authority or expectation for sure. It can be considered a “claim or a right”. It can also be connected the boss or the person in charge of people who work for him or her.  It seems to me that demands also are demeaning to the person receiving…

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