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Jun 17, 2013
Money, Faith, and Big Questions
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“Is it biblical to make a profit?” That’s the question the Institute for Faith,Work, & Economics asks. It’s a struggle for the best and brightest among us. They are built to prosper in our economic system. And yet many of the models they are presented say otherwise. How does money work in God’s economy? Read More + |
Jun 14, 2013
How Often Do You Interact With Your Rivals?
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I have been challenged by how many “rivals” I work with. People have different ideas, but still willing to work together. President Lincoln’s cabinet was no gathering of yes men or women. They all knew where the buck stopped, but they also knew that as a group they were better for their diversity. The Messy... Read More + |
Jun 13, 2013
Is your church friendly to workplace heroes?
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Your church may be known for its friendliness on Sunday mornings—but make sure it’s friendly to the men and women who are God’s workplace heroes during the week. Churches need to create a workplace-friendly culture that honors and encourages work of people. Here are ways to create such an environment in your church. Center for Work and Faith. Read More + |
Jun 12, 2013
Are You a Teachable Leader?
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Memorable and effective leaders are open to change, comfortable with admitting their mistakes, and approachable. The question is, do you--or I--display those qualities? In a helpful post on FaithVillage, Dan Black asks, "Are You a Teachable Leader?" and several other probing questions. He also gives pointers on avoding pitfalls that lead to becoming Read More + |
Jun 12, 2013
The Power of Praise
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Self-esteem, the buzzword of our times, is a misnomer. None of us can simply approve of ourselves. People with good self-esteem got it from somewhere else first. They got it from someone else first, someone who first gave them approval and affirmation. Crosswalk.com Read More + |
Jun 11, 2013
When Expectations About Your Calling Are Messing You Up
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People of faith are often people of passion. It’s not uncommon for those who have been touched by grace of God to want to return the favor, to make a difference in this world. We want to know our place in the scheme of things and we are passionate about change. It’s this desire that is often called “the calling,” and it’s something we take seriously... Read More + |
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