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The Ministry Playbook: Why Every Executive Director Needs One
Clarity in ministry creates space for prayer, consistency, healthy rhythms, and trust. “For God is not a God of disorder but of peace.”— 1 Corinthians 14:33 When I got my twentieth email from a well-meaning stakeholder telling me what to do and how to get it done, I realized something had…
Why Consistent Fundraising Training Builds Stronger Teams (and Better Results)
When your team learns together, fundraising becomes less stressful, more joyful, and far more effective. “For God is not a God of disorder but of peace”— 1 Corinthians 14:33 (NIV) In community work, heart comes first—but consistency keeps the mission strong. Many organizations have staff and volunteers with deep compassion…
Fundraising Isn’t Begging. It’s Belonging.
Extend the invitation with joy! “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit.”— Ephesians 1:13 (NIV) Fundraising isn’t begging. It’s inviting. When we invite…
Unlocking God-Sized Dreams: Our Blended Approach to Leadership
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” — Proverbs 3:5–6 (NIV) When I first became an executive director, I knew two things for sure: I loved the people we served,…
Don’t Miss the End-of-the-Year Appeal
Giving always blesses the giver—but at the end of the year, that blessing is often compounded. “…The Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” — Acts 20:35 (NIV) Don’t Miss the End-of-Year Appeal Executive Directors, let me encourage you—don’t miss your end-of-year appeal. Every…
Branding as Ministry: Why Your Message Shapes Discipleship
Branding isn’t about logos or slogans—it’s about the consistent story your ministry tells. “And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence.” — Colossians 1:8 (ASV) When I was in my…
Is Getting Better Fool’s Gold?
How do you define “better” as a leader, when better is the continual battle cry? “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” — 1 Timothy 6:6 For three decades, I’ve been chasing one word: Better. Better results. Better work habits. Better organizations. Better teams. But here’s the truth—it often feels…
When Enough Feels Like Enough: A Word for the Worn-Out Leader
A personal letter to executive directors, ministry leaders, and nonprofit founders who are tired, discouraged, and wondering if it’s time to walk away. In 1997, I moved to Grand Forks, North Dakota—just after the waters of the city’s historical Red River flood had receded. What stuck with me wasn’t merely…
3 Moves to Revitalize Your Leadership: Pray, Protect, Prepare!
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Leading a nonprofit is never easy—especially if you’re stepping into a new role or trying to breathe life into a weary…
Do Hard Today and Tomorrow Too!
Developing processes that are teachable, repeatable, and yield results. “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Are you facing something hard today? You’re not alone. Scripture never promises life will be easy—but it does…
TRY This: How to Build Systems Worth Doing Again and Again
Developing processes that are teachable, repeatable, and yield results. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” —Colossians 3:23 If something is worth doing, it’s worth doing well. If something is worth doing well, it’s worth doing again….
Executive Directors: How Can You Go from Burnout to Blessing.
“In ministry leadership, the difference between God’s blessing and burnout may come down to this: Will you take things in your own hand or leave them in God’s care?” “Speak to that rock before their eyes and it will pour out its water. You will bring water out of the rock for…
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