Category: Leadership

Soul care, equipping and encouragement of those who find themselves on the front lines of vocational ministry. The endless demands of church growth, budgets and growing healthy vibrant communities of faith place a lot of pressure on leaders and their families. Be equipped and resourced to lead well, proven strategies for balancing family and ministry demands, conflict resolution plus preventatives to avoid burn out. Focusing on your needs as a ministry leader so you can continue to serve those within your community.

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Healthy Boundaries in Ministry

Posted on by Michael Rose
As  a Ministry leader,  you know the constant, subtle and not so subtle demands to be personally involved in many of the different activities of Church.   Healthy boundaries in ministry will certainly go a long way in helping you maintain the heart and quality of your ministry, your relationship with God and with your…
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Blessed – A Present Reality

Posted on by Michael Rose
Many of us are familiar with the Beatitudes in Matthew 5.  You know, Blessed are the poor.  Blessed are the … . There are two words that translate into “Blessed” in first century Judaism. The first, in Hebrew beraka (and the Greek eulogeo) and this word, isn’t used in the Beatitudes. This word is used in prayer asking…
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Jesus’ Gospel is Confrontational

Posted on by Michael Rose
I have been thinking about some conventional wisdom – that one should stay away from talking about the contentious issues because they are a “no win”. That choosing sides will only get you embroiled in debates. It was suggested that staying clear of these debates will free one to talk about Jesus and his Kingdom. My…
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Freedom: Making Freer Choices

Posted on by Michael Rose
“If you stick with this, living out what I tell you, you are my disciples for sure. Then you will experience for yourselves the truth, and the truth will free you.” – Jesus Who the Son sets free is free indeed!  I so love this scripture from John 8.  Christian freedom has been long explored,…
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