Leading like a Shepherd

Over the years I have read leadership books by Stephen Covey, Peter Drucker and John Maxwell. I learned 7 habits, 5 principles and multiple guidelines – all very helpful. When I need simplicity, however, I look to King David’s leadership style, And David...

The Cost of Forgiveness

I often glibly say, "Please forgive me" – giving little thought to the hurt caused by my words or actions or the cost of forgiveness required of that person. I have been known to think, "Get over it; I said I am sorry." Such thoughts truly...

Time vs. Timely

I live feeling impatient, frustrated and constrained inside of time. God, on the other hand, works outside of time – a bit mind-bending since He is also always present with me in my “time zone”.  With my limited mind, however, I can also see...

The Ministry of Faultfinding

In my college literature class I was taught to analyze the works of authors. At times, however, it seemed as if I was searching for and finding fault with literary giants. As a non-literary giant, this was humorous to me. In fact, if I could not find fault, my grade...