القادة الذين يدومون: استعداد للتغييرلقد كنا في سلسلة من مقالات القيادة حول "القادة الذين يدومون". يُقال إن الشخص يتغير كل 4 إلى 7 سنوات. إذا كان القس سيحظى بالاستمرارية في الخدمة، فيجب عليه أن يعيد ابتكار نفسه عدة مرات.أيها القساوسة، غالبًا ما نتحسر على عدم رغبة كنيستنا في تقبل التغيير. هناك مقالات وكتب مكتوبة حول التحديات والخطوات لإحداث تغيير في الكنيسة. لكن القليلين يكتبون أو يتحدثون عن استعداد...  Read More

**Scripture:** “And he said, ‘The kingdom of God is as if a man should scatter seed on the ground.’” - Mark 4:26 (ESV)Every time we share the gospel, we scatter seeds of faith. Sometimes these seeds take root, and sometimes they don’t, but that doesn’t mean our efforts were in vain. Just like the man preaching at the gates of Sodom, we must remember that our calling is to share, not necessarily to...  Read More

**Scripture:** “If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you.” - John15:18 (ESV)As followers of Christ, we sometimes feel surprised by the opposition we encounter when sharing the gospel. Jesus warned us not to be surprised, but to be prepared for it. Opposition is part of the journey, and we need to stand firm in our faith. Flashing back to the stories of the early church...  Read More

**Scripture:** Psalm 133:1 (ESV) “Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!”**Devotional:** Celebrating our community is important. When we gather in unity, we experience the joy and blessings of fellowship. God delights in seeing His people come together in love and harmony. Make it a point to celebrate the friendships and bonds you've formed within your church. Organize g...  Read More

**Scripture:** 1 John 4:12 (ESV) “No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.”**Devotional:** Belonging is a fundamental human need, and God calls us to create a loving community where His presence can dwell. Our love for one another reflects God's love made visible. When we actively choose to create relationships based on love, acceptance, a...  Read More

**Scripture:** Mark 12:31 (ESV) “The second is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.”**Devotional:** Loving our neighbors is central to Jesus' teachings. This command challenges us to move beyond our internal circles and reach out in love to those around us. Consider how you can demonstrate love in practical ways—offering kindness, bein...  Read More

**Scripture:** Hebrews 10:24-25 (ESV) “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”**Devotional:** Community is vital for nurturing our faith. The writer of Hebrews reminds us that gathering together encourages us to pursue love and goo...  Read More

**Scripture:** John 14:15 (ESV) “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”**Devotional:** Obedience to God’s commands flows from a heart of love. Jesus makes it clear that to love Him means to be faithful to His teachings and principles. When we prioritize our relationship with God, our obedience will naturally follow. Consider practical ways you can honor Him in your daily life—through your...  Read More

Leaders Who Last: A disciplined lifeWhat is the secret of longevity in ministry? After 31 years, I can say, “I am a hard guy to run off.”I am often asked, “What is the one thing that makes longevity possible”? There is no one thing. It’s like after getting a fly wheel spinning at a high speed asking someone, “What was the big push that made it go that fast”? There is no one push. There are several...  Read More

Líderes que Duram: Uma vida disciplinadaQual é o segredo da longevidade no ministério? Após 31 anos, posso dizer: "Sou um cara difícil de afugentar."Costumam me perguntar: "Qual é a única coisa que torna a longevidade possível?". Não existe apenas uma coisa. É como, depois de fazer um volante girar em alta velocidade, perguntar a alguém: "Qual foi o grande empurrão que o fez girar tão rápido?". Nã...  Read More

القادة الذين يدومون: حياة منضبطةما هو سر الاستمرارية في الخدمة؟ بعد 31 عامًا، يمكنني القول، "أنا شخص يصعب التخلص منه".كثيراً ما يُسألني، "ما هو الشيء الوحيد الذي يجعل الاستمرارية ممكنة؟" لا يوجد شيء واحد. الأمر يشبه بعد جعل عجلة حذافة تدور بسرعة عالية ثم سؤال أحدهم، "ما هي الدفعة الكبيرة التي جعلتها تدور بهذه السرعة؟" لا توجد دفعة واحدة. هناك عدة عناصر متضمنة.في هذه الدراسة، وجدنا أننا بحاجة إلى:د...  Read More

वे अगुवे जो टिके रहते हैं: एक अनुशासित जीवनसेवाकार्य में लंबी उम्र का रहस्य क्या है? 31 वर्षों के बाद, मैं कह सकता हूं, "मुझे भगाना बहुत मुश्किल है।"मुझसे अक्सर पूछा जाता है, "वह एक चीज क्या है जो लंबी उम्र को संभव बनाती है?" कोई एक चीज नहीं है। यह ऐसा है जैसे एक फ्लाईव्हील को तेज गति से घुमाने के बाद किसी से पूछना, "वह बड़ा धक्का क्या था जिसने इसे इतनी तेज गति दी?" कोई एक धक्का नहीं है। इसमें कई ...  Read More