The Beauty of Imperfection: Encouraging Self-Acceptance

The Beauty of Imperfection: Encouraging Self-Acceptance

“Yet you, Lord, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.” – Isaiah 64:8 (NIV) When the Mirror Tells a Lie Let’s be honest. Most of us don’t wake up, look in the mirror, and shout, “Wow, what a masterpiece!” Nope. We...
Don’t Skip the Fire: Where God Forges Leaders

Don’t Skip the Fire: Where God Forges Leaders

“When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.”   – Isaiah 43:2 (NIV)   Introduction: The Fire Nobody Signs Up For Let’s be honest. If there were a sign-up sheet for the “fire moments” of life, most of us...
The Gap Between Calling and Clarity

The Gap Between Calling and Clarity

  “The Lord had said to Abram, ‘Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you.’”   – Genesis 12:1 (NIV)   When the Leader Doesn’t Have the Map Let’s have an honest conversation.Leadership is messy. Calling is...