Category: Renewal

Nashville — Zoe Conference

I just returned from the Zoe Leadership Conference in Nashville.  This was a wonderful conference offering a number of very fine classes.  One class that I especially enjoyed dealt with "Spiritual Direction" and was led by Gary Hollaway of David Lipscomb University and Jackie Halstead of Abilene Christian University.     The featured speaker this… Continue reading Nashville — Zoe Conference

In Desperate Need of Sabbath

I first heard Gordon MacDonald speak about the importance of "Sabbath" in his book Ordering Your Private World.  He spoke of the importance of Sabbath and rest.  Specifically, he spoke of the importance of having a "Sabbath," as a part of a rhythm to one’s life, where there is regular rest and reflection. Many of… Continue reading In Desperate Need of Sabbath

Mind Sweep

In front of me is a yellow legal pad.  The first page is full and I am now about halfway through the second page.  I am working on a "Mind Sweep."  I was first introduced to the value of a Mind Sweep through David Allen’s fine book, Getting Things Done.  The idea is that you… Continue reading Mind Sweep

Running on Empty?

I suspect you know what it is like to be "running on empty."  I sure do!  There are certain activities that just drain the energy out of me (long meetings, endless discussions over matters that seem insignificant, etc.)  Sometimes the pace is fast, full, and constant.  At some point, I begin to feel empty.  Fil… Continue reading Running on Empty?

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