Many people live in the past.  Including leaders.  They dwell on past failures, what happened to them, or what could have happened.  Their outlook in life is based on what they see in their rear view mirror. One of my favourite authors, Donald Miller, in his recent book, Hero on a Mission, shares the plan that led him to turn his life around.   A key component of his plan is viewing what you are doing today...

There are many voices in our world today.   Perhaps never before in the history of the world have there been so many voices.  Everyday we are bombarded by a myriad of voices - on the radio and television, through social media and advertising, and the many people who speak into our lives.  Family, friends, school-mates, neighbours.   The issue with all these voices is that the messages we hear are not at all similar.  Voices tug at...

Do you see clearly?  If you don't you are not alone.  Over 75% of adults use some form of vision correction.   Most of these people wear glasses while the rest use contacts.   Otherwise they would not see clearly.  As one who needs glasses to read fine print I know what it is like to not see clearly.  Without my glasses the words on a page easily become a blur. At times it might be an advantage...

What is your purpose in life?  Do you ever think about that?  What on earth are you here for?  These questions are important for a life without purpose is a life without meaning.  Without purpose means a lack of goals.  You are on a journey without direction.  It is no wonder that Rick Warren's book The Purpose Driven Life sold more than 30 million copies.  People are searching for purpose in life. What is true for individuals...

What five words would you use to describe the town or city where your church is located?   Who lives in your community?   And who lives where?  What is the social makeup of the people within a 2-5 km radius of your church? We have been discussing what strategic planning or setting direction looks like in the church.  How do you bridge the gap between the church you are today and what God wants your church to...