God created each of us with unique abilities. Given this diversity, a singular approach to leadership will never be effective in bringing out the God-given potential in individuals. A great leader will take the time to understand the unique personality, communication and learning style, motivation, strengths, and thought process of each person. The result […]
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Jesus took the vision from his Father and communicated it strategically to inspire. Do the leaders of your organization motivate people? When leaders communicate vision so that each employee understands how his or her work supports the greater purpose of the company, employees tend to be motivated and engaged. This clarity connects individual roles […]
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As we see in the biblical examples of Jesus and David, it is through the process of following that leaders learn humility. A leader’s willingness to follow humbly will ultimately establish an environment for others to flourish. This willingness is rooted in the idea that no one has absolute authority. Whether we answer to […]
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On the third Monday in January each year, we remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.—a remarkable person and activist who was a catalyst for change to move people forward together. His life’s work illustrates the power of using biblical principles to create a global impact. Dr. King fought for positive social change throughout his life, […]
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No relationship is more important in organizations than that of an individual and his or her leader. When employees trust their leadership, they become organizational ambassadors, leading progressive change in their families, society, and environment. Leaders have the ability to make people better across all of their roles and responsibilities. They can build environments that […]
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Written by Brian Shepler, President and Executive Vice President As we begin 2022, let’s consider the value of unity. Unity is a big deal! It shows up in many different areas of our lives—in our workplaces, in our churches, in our neighborhoods, and in our personal relationships, to name a few. Absent unity, progress is […]
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Written by Nick Stonestreet, CEO for Blue Trust Can you fend off a shark? The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Game is a board game that was released in 2006. The game challenges players to use their survival instincts and skills to overcome dangerous and interesting circumstances. Situations like: Can you survive a five-story fall? Clear a […]
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New COVID variants emerge frequently, but very few materialize into a significant threat. The latest variant to gain attention, Omicron, was discovered on November 11. Since then, it has quickly become the dominant COVID strain in South Africa and has been detected in over 20 countries, including the U.S. The World Health Organization (WHO) is […]
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Written by Russ Crosson, EVP and Chief Mission Officer As we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, it’s a great time to take a moment to reflect on what we are thankful for with those who mean the most to us. While this is a wonderful practice of gratitude, it may be worth exploring a different […]
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