In First Kings 3 Solomon gets more from God than he asked for! Solomon asked for discernment but was promised success and influence. Thus, influence is a gift from God. A New Leader The conversation in First Kings 3 gives us a glimpse of what was top of mind for a new leader. As it […]
How can I expand my ministry influence? Actually, Barnabas is an example of how to encourage each other and thus be influential. Key Passage: Acts 11.19-26 How can I grow spiritually? And see dramatic growth in my life? Also, how can I expand my ministry influence? Let’s explore those questions by looking at Barnabas. Barnabas […]
Fools don’t receive honor because it doesn’t fit them. Instead, foolish overconfidence destroys influence. Foolish Overconfidence Proverbs 14.16 says the foolishly overconfident are angry. Also they’re irreverent. As a result, fools push forward while the wise avoid the danger. No surprise, the Proverbs criticize arrogance. In fact, the Hebrew word kesil that’s translated fool or […]
Leaders generate the most lasting influence when they allow others to acknowledge the leader’s accomplishments. Thus, influence is earned not sought. Influence is Earned Leaders become influential through an ability to get right to the heart of a matter, according to Proverbs 25.2. Additionally, leaders earn influence by exhibiting interpersonal discretion. For example, read Proverbs […]
In some of His last words to the disciples, Christ reminds them of His love for them. Then, He commanded them to love each other. Key Passage: John 15.9–14 Mutual support is vital for any ministry effort. Thus, in some of His last words to the disciples, Christ reminded them that He cared deeply for […]