From: Institute of Church Leadership Development http://www.churchleadership.org We must have a firm, forward and moving commitment and trust in His work... http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=44100&view=post&blogid= Fri, 7 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Romans 7: 7- 25 http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=43611&view=post&blogid= Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Prayer is pivotal and essential. Prayer is meant to line us up in His will and with His empowerment. Being faithful in prayer is the essential mechanism for reaching others with the faith. Nothing of value can accrue in you or through you without prayer. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=42280&view=post&blogid= Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Knowledge is being assured that what Christ did is relevant and impacting, and is a reality that must be accepted and committed to. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=41883&view=post&blogid= Mon, 14 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Providence is the doctrine that gives us the knowledge and comfort that God is sovereign, and thus, He is in control. We are not mere rats in a meaningless maze, where there is no divine plan or purpose. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=44104&view=post&blogid= Fri, 7 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Romans 7: 7- 25 http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=43609&view=post&blogid= Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0400 This article contains insights I have learned and collected from over 20 years of evangelism in church and para-church ministry. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=42279&view=post&blogid= Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Too often people confuse a strong-willed personality as an effective leader, leadership is not being strong-willed, rather having a strong sense of purpose that is centered upon God. The church of our Lord needs leaders, not petty instigators. There are too many churches that substitute a petty person for a godly person and see no distinction, because the people who put them in power do not know the difference. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=41881&view=post&blogid= Mon, 14 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Liberation is like driving a car in a strange unfamiliar area, with Christ as a passenger...means God's Law does not enslave us, but rather sets us free... http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=44099&view=post&blogid= Fri, 7 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Matthew 9: 1-8 http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=43607&view=post&blogid= Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Help out and make sure that the person will... http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=42278&view=post&blogid= Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 A vision will have your primary call from Scripture, to hear and obey His Word! http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=41882&view=post&blogid= Mon, 14 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 As Church leaders, we serve our Lord and minister to His people. It is not about us! We must remember that as leaders we are ambassadors of Christ. We are to proceed in any endeavor with the Fruits of the Spirit with love primary. We must have the proper motives before we can lead effectively! http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=142859&view=post&blogid= Tue, 20 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 The Reformation and the Protestant church were founded on grace, and a lot of Christians think the law has been voided. However this is not the teaching of Scripture... http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=44098&view=post&blogid= Fri, 7 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Matthew 9: 1-8 http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=43605&view=post&blogid= Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Here is a simple way to help people understand the Gospel, which I picked up from Young Life years ago. All you need is a Bible, a piece of paper, and a pen. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=42277&view=post&blogid= Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Key point: We must make sure our value system is based on God's true Truth! Be on guard against building on the shifting sands and lies of the culture and the world! We are to be the influencers of culture, not the receivers. This is where the church is weak and prone to attack. (Isaiah 54:17; Ephesians 6:10-18) http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=142858&view=post&blogid= Tue, 20 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Throughout recorded human history, humanity has gathered with one another for trade, and protection, as well as organization for gathering food, hunting, and relationships within a structure which translates into control and government. Kingdom means government; it is our need to be... http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=44097&view=post&blogid= Fri, 7 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the Law is good. As it is, it is no longer I myself who do it, but it is sin living in me. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=43600&view=post&blogid= Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0400 To be an effective witness of our Lord, we need to have a well-prepared testimony, and it needs to be written out. In writing out your testimony, you are seeking to show others who and what Christ is by your example and... http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=42276&view=post&blogid= Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Love, Lead, Offer, Value and Equip.  Commit to building Christian values and principles that show Christ's value and theirs that lead the people in your church to quality and beneficial relationships at home and at work. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=142857&view=post&blogid= Tue, 20 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 The conscience is our moral center that monitors our actions from preset values instilled by God... http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=44096&view=post&blogid= Fri, 7 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Introduction to the Bible Studies on Recovery.This recovery program works! There has been no better way that earnestly helps people recover from their past hurts, addictions and dependency than the Twelve-Step program. This series is designed to supplement a treatment or counseling program. We are not licensed counselors or a treatment center; we merely offer you God's Word and His insights to your journey of recovery. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=43598&view=post&blogid= Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Do not know where to start? Then ask questions! There is a classic American party and board game that is fun and addictive. It is great for entertaining groups, and is used in Youth Ministry and Children's programs. http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=42275&view=post&blogid= Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Why do we do church? Please a personality? Hear a sound bite? Take in the latest fad? No. We worship Christ as Lord. And what does that look like? Our church submits to Christ as LORD! Then, we will have a radiant church! Is Christ leading us and our church, or are we seeking to lead Him? http://www.churchleadership.org?articleid=142856&view=post&blogid= Tue, 20 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400