A note from Kelly King: I recently read a quote that said, “Negative people need drama like oxygen. Stay positive, and it will take their breath away.” Leaders influence others, and if negativity creeps in, it can spread among your team and those who follow you. Carolyn Tatem reminds us today to rid ...
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A note from Kelly King: We often speak of influence in terms of older women. Yet, there are times when younger women mark our lives with their faith and passion for the Lord. In today’s article, Courtney Veasey shares how two younger women affected her life, even though their earthly lives have ...
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A note from Kelly King: Are you a leader facing a Goliath? Are you running toward the thing you fear and depending on the Lord to fight the battle? In today’s article, Whitley encourages us to lead in the strength of the Lord. If you’re looking for a great resource on this topic, check out Goliath ...
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A note from Kelly King: I think you will enjoy Courtney Veasey’s article today on perspective. As leaders, we must ask the Lord to examine our hearts on a consistent basis, confess our sins, and be cleansed through the cross. When was the last time you asked the Lord to do a thorough cleaning of ...
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A note from Kelly King: We’re just a few weeks into summer, and if you’re already wishing for a back-to-school routine, Kasey Ewing reminds us of the two most important ingredients to following Christ—loving God and loving others. I’m grateful for this reminder when I complicate ministry leadership. ...
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One of my summer memories as a child was taking a family vacation. My sister and I would pile into the back seat of our family car with a small travel bag that would be carefully positioned at my feet. My mom always handled the snack bag, so my bag was generally full of crayons, markers, a deck of ...
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A note from Kelly King: The hymn “Trust and Obey” has always been one of my favorites. There is something special about resting in the Lord’s path and being obedient to take the next step where He leads. As you head into summer, let Dawn Stephens' encouragement wash over you as a prayer and a ...
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In just a couple of days, I will walk across a stage and receive a diploma commemorating the completion of a seminary degree in theology. It would be easier to just get the paper in the mail, but I’m making the journey to California because I want to celebrate this milestone as a marker of three ...
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A note from Kelly King: How do you view the word discipline? Do you see it as a negative or as a punishment? In today’s article, Stephanie Edge explains how we should look at disciplines of engagement—especially related to Bible study and prayer. As a leader, developing the discipline of being in ...
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A note from Kelly King: Too often, leaders find themselves afraid of walking into the unknown. We become comfortable and complacent, unable to move forward in faith. Today, Kim Whitten encourages us to consider those times of calling and how to move forward. Maybe it’s time for you to say “yes” to ...
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