We live in a conditional world. Our lives are filled with a continual rush of “if this, then that”. Conditions are so much a part of our lives that we don’t notice most of them. Others require more of our attention: If we pay our bills, then our utilities will stay on. If we treat customers with […]
Marketplace Ministry Tip #23 – Meet the Baseline Conditions Read More »
I have noticed that many in the church are confused, in one way or another, about the meaning of the phrases “Marketplace Ministry” and “Marketplace Leader”. In most cases, the understanding is not wrong; it is just limited. The problem with a limited perspective is that it can inhibit God’s work in and through our lives.
Back to Basics – What is the Marketplace? Read More »
Expectations can be powerful motivators. Many of us are driven by the expectations of others. As leaders in the Marketplace, we have been trained to anticipate, discover, understand and respond to the expectations of those in authority over us. This is one of the main reasons we are in leadership positions ourselves – we responded
Expectations and Desires Read More »
What do you think when you hear someone say, “He’s a leader in the church”? Do you assume that person is a pastor, elder, deacon, or administrative board chair – someone that has a position of leadership in a local congregation? That’s the way most of us think… and it is wrong. The church that
Call to Action – Marketplace Leaders Need God More Read More »
Gentlemen, I have lived a long time and am convinced that God governs in the affairs of men. If a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without His aid? I move that prayer imploring the assistance of Heaven be held every morning before we
Marketplace Ministry Tip #22 – Make Prayer a Priority Read More »
If you are a Christian with a sphere of influence, then you have been commissioned by the Lord Jesus Christ to make disciples. This has been true for over 2000 years, but it has never been more important than it is today. Chaos and lawlessness are increasing at an accelerating pace. The days are swiftly
Call to Action – Share the Whole Truth Read More »
My legacy doesn’t matter. It isn’t important that I be remembered. It’s important that when I stand before the Lord, he says, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.’ I want to finish strong. James Dobson I think it is interesting that most do not think about finishing well until they are near the finish line.
Marketplace Ministry Tip #21 – Prepare to Finish Well Read More »
I am blessed and excited to report that The Map Maker is now available on Amazon.com (the Kindle version will be there in a few days). I am blessed that God allowed me to be a part of this work. He has been the author and writer; I have been the writing instrument. When you
Mission Accomplished – The Map Maker is Here!! Read More »
Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Albert Einstein, Nobel Physicist Is it beginning to feel like you and your business are in a rut? Is the market passing you by? Well, maybe you are in a rut; and maybe you are being passed. If so, it is
Marketplace Ministry Tip #20 – Challenge Your Paradigms Read More »
A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way. John Maxwell, Leadership Author, Speaker, and Pastor Your brand is what people say about you when you are not in the room. Jeff Bezos, Internet Entrepreneur, Amazon.com Identity is an important thing – whether it is your personal identity, or
Marketplace Ministry Tip #19 – Identify Yourself Read More »