Posts Tagged ‘position’
Willing To Server Wherever
The thing about serving in the Lord’s economy is that He might need me to do something that I’m way over-qualified to do. I may have skills and talents in one area of ministry, but I might be needed in another. I think when my heart is in tune with the Lord, I will server…
Read MoreEnemies
I have tried my best to avoid having enemies. I do remember the first time I was personally attacked by someone whom I thought was a supporter of mine when I was first in youth ministry. It became obvious later that I was being attacked because of the position I held, rather than against me…
Read MoreFear/Respect
I have won my share of “safe driving awards” (aka speeding tickets). I am pretty intense and on purpose when driving. I like to be early to my destination, which is “on time” to me. I am not proud of the awards. In fact, I’m a bit embarrassed because I’ve taught my kids to have…
Read MoreFort
I remember as a kid building forts to hide in as my brothers and sisters played “cowboys and Indians”. The boys were always the cowboys and my two sisters would always be the Indians. We would build a fort for protection and then go “hunting” for the Indians. The fort was usually built out of…
Read MoreA Different Leader
I have served under a lot of different leaders in my work life. I have known insecure leaders, who always need to share their title or profession, which they hope to set the tone for authority for them. I have also served under leaders who were strong leaders beyond their title, but they simple served…
Read MorePosition
I have held different positions over the course of my life. I am a son, husband, dad, “Pop”, and a friend – these are many of family member positions. I have had two different careers if I don’t count growing up on a farm. I was a full-time pastor (youth, college) for 20 years. I…
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