For the next few days, I’m going to be doing a blog “mini-series” to highlight some of the important truths I’ve taken away from the time I’ve spent studying great leaders – namely, Stephen Covey, Dale Carnegie and Zig Ziglar. All three of these men have a lot they can teach us about being effective with people. And let’s face … Read More
Voicemail to Text Mail: Ask Nelson Reply
Received this question from David Henderson, Pastor of Eagle’s Landing Church in Port Richey, FL. “In a recent Time Management post you mentioned that you have automated your cell phone voice mail ‘by having voice messages automatically sent to me as text messages.’ How are you doing this?” Thanks David! Here’s two websites that do this for you: www.YouMail.com – … Read More
Character and Reputation
“Character is like a tree, and reputation is like a shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing.” — Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States
A Sunday Thought from Dale Carnegie
“Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.” – Dale Carnegie
Do You Feel Stuck?
Have you ever felt like your attendance was just stuck? Like you haven’t grown in eons and don’t know how to? Believe me, I have! Most churches face growth barriers at five points – when their attendance hits 65, 125, 250, 500, and/or 1000. When you feel like you are on the edge of getting stuck, the first thing you … Read More
The Power of a Doubting Pastor?
It has been said that people will not follow a leader who is not confident. As pastors, we have the advantage of leading people with a confidence that is not rooted in ourselves or a great business plan, but in God himself! I wish I could say that I have always led with an unshakable confidence in God and His … Read More
Laws of Lifetime Growth – Book Recommendation
I’ve been reading a lot lately about keeping the ‘entrepreneurial mindset’ alive in a maturing organization. Dan Sullivan, co-author of The Laws of Lifetime Growth, coaches thousands of entrepreneurs each months so his book caught my attention. It’s a quick read with easy to remember laws. Here’s a few insights I found helpful: Law 2 – Always Make Your Learning … Read More
Lessons Learned From Rick Warren – Lesson #4
Lesson #4 – Don’t Be Afraid To Fail Rick used to tell us, “If you aren’t failing at least once a day, you aren’t trying hard enough.” I’ve heard Woody Allen put it like this, “If you don’t fail now and again, it’s a sign you are playing it safe.” Notice that the difference between Rick and Woody comes in … Read More
Lessons Learned From Rick Warren – Lesson #3
Lesson #3 – You Are Blessed To Be A Blessing Rick taught me The Principle of Generosity. This principle states that you are blessed to be a blessing. God wants to work through you. He wants the blessings He pours into your life and ministry to flow out of you and bless others. Picture a living river, being fed … Read More
Lessons Learned From Rick Warren
Last week, I had the opportunity to spend some time with my friend and former boss, Rick Warren. Being back in the zone with Rick made me start reflecting on some of the key things that he has taught me over the years– both when I was at Saddleback and since starting The Journey. This week, I’m going to pass … Read More