We are on a JOURNEY with Christ. Here are Some Thoughts Along The WAY.
Journeys
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Wise Financial Management
By Shelley Cochrane, Program Design
We accept that we must be good stewards, but how much of what God owns does he want us to keep? Wise financial management presupposes that we retain a portion of what God owns. We can’t assume that he has released it to our ownership. Scripture teaches that God has delegated to us the responsibility to distribute his resources as he wills.
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Finishing Well…Forging Ahead
by John B. Savage, CEO
You’ve closed out another calendar year, and the sun is rising on a new twelve-month cycle. Although many will close their books at other times beyond December 31st, this is often a time for reflection on the past and connection to the future. So, how did you do?
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The One Essential Thing for Boards…Choose Wisely
By R. Scott Rodin, Strategic Alliances
Have you ever tried to boil down your thinking on a particular topic of life to the one most essential item? For instance, if you could accomplish only one thing in life…if you had only one piece of advice you could leave your children…if your organization could achieve only one goal
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Leading from Your Sweet Spot
By Shelley Cochrane, Program Design
read more »It is interesting to see how many practical skill sets talk about finding the sweet spot—the place where maximum results happen with the least amount of effort. Sports are full of them. One of the first times I remember hearing an explanation of the concept was watching a tennis match.
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The Seven Deadly Sins of Christian Fundraising
by R. Scott Rodin, Strategic Alliances
I believe that there are seven deadly sins that face every Christian fundraiser. I base this belief on my understanding of Biblical stewardship and the reality of the spiritual battle in which we are engaged as Christian development professionals.
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Leading Through Change
By John B. Savage, CEO
Have you ever seen those commercials for “All-Season Tires?” Whatever the season or weather, they’ll get you to your destination…confidently, safely, and smiling! I’m no expert on tires, but I do know that the demands of leadership are a bit more complex, and not every leader is made for every season.
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