I have been a minister almost thirty years. That is thirty years of sermons, classes, conversations, funerals, weddings, and — meetings. Much of my work really does energize me. Here are a few things I love about what I do: I love the sense of being on the edge. For me, preaching/teaching is not a… Continue reading What Energizes Me
Category: Leadership
Leadership, Exhaustion, and a Need for Rhythm
Almost a dozen years ago, I was talking on the telephone with a good friend. My friend serves as a consultant and friend to many churches. He also knows many, many ministers who serve in a variety of roles. My friend said, "What churches need are ministers who are normal, healthy, genuine people who are… Continue reading Leadership, Exhaustion, and a Need for Rhythm
The Courage to Both Live and Lead
A few years ago, I met a minister here in Waco who has given much of his life toward working with the poor. At lunch one day, I learned that he had a long time relationship with the head football coach of our local high school. I was in the school gym one day, saw… Continue reading The Courage to Both Live and Lead