An Invitation to Strengthen the Soul of Your Leadership

Why I picked up this book: A better question would be, “Why would I not pick up any book written by Ruth Haley Barton?” I have several books of hers and use them for “check-ins” with myself, to get a pulse on if I’m running too fast, need to listen more intently, or live moreContinue reading “An Invitation to Strengthen the Soul of Your Leadership”

Leadership: A Work of Heart

Reflections on  A Work of Heart: Understanding How God Shapes Spiritual Leaders Author: Reggie McNeal What is spiritual leadership? “The first order of responsibility for spiritual leaders: to reflect the heart of God to the people around them (XIV).” I’ve come to understand that the first person that I must lead is myself. Self-leadership includesContinue reading “Leadership: A Work of Heart”

Warning: You May Have to Go Through This to Find Grace

Water. That’s the theme that has been reoccurring over the past few weeks. This water is not living, pure drinking water from easy flowing foundations but violent, dangerous, troubled waters that are sure to take you under if you are not careful. These violent waters are not uncommon for those of us who have beenContinue reading “Warning: You May Have to Go Through This to Find Grace”