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Refocus for Fresh Impact

OK, take a deep breath. Pause. Evaluate. Focus. Then let it fly. That’s leadership in action. This summer my schedule allowed me to engage in activities which differed from the usual work fare. I taught a Spiritual Leadership class for a week in Chiang Mai, Thailand, stayed home for a month straight, attended the excellent […]

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Mott’s Vital Objective

Last week Ann and I hosted a long-time friend in the journey for dinner and languishing conversation. Holly Sheldon brought with her two gifts, both first-edition books written by missions statesman John R. Mott. I have been captivated by some of Mott’s observations and inquiries on the state of Christianity among college students in 1923. […]

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Blogference Wrap: Do What We Know

Kudos to Brian Barela for putting legs on a fantastic idea – the Blog-ference. Well done, Brian. Thanks for inviting me into the conversation. I’ve learned a lot – for free. I’ve been impressed with DJ’s discussions on contextualization, Brian Virtue’s thoughts on servant leadership, and Shane’s crazy ideas for people in the mission. I […]