In his disciples, Jesus cultivated leadership potential among a pretty average cross-section of His society. Paul saw the same in young Timothy. As Christians today we too have the privilege and responsibility to cultivate leadership, through precept and example, in the arena in which God has placed us, “so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” Scripture from II Timothy 3:10-17.
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Brett Favre, the celebrated quarterback of the Green Bay Packers announced his retirement from professional football on Monday after 17 seasons. The 38-year-old Favre broke a host of NFL records with his on the field accomplishments. He was the NFL’s only three-time MVP, and led the league with 442 touchdown passes, 61,655 yards passing and 160 career victories. He started 253 consecutive regular-season games, more than any other quarterback in history. Favre also threw 288 interceptions — an indication of the wild streak that only made him more human to the fans who adored him. His accomplishments are many but perhaps he will be most remembered as a tenacious, hard-nosed competitor who played with the passion and abandonment of a little boy. Continue reading ‘A Legacy of Leadership’
Outreach Through Building Relationships
Today I read an interesting article by Doug Murren and Mike Meeks entitled “Preparing Your Church for Evangelism” taken from Leadership Magazine. The following statement jumped right off the page at me.
Community of Joy has a threefold vision – Honoring God (Reaching Up), Building Lives (Reaching In), and Impacting the World (Reaching Out). We are committed to doing all three, but advancing the Kingdom of God by influencing people toward a personal relationship with Jesus Christ (Outreach) is at the heart of our cause. Continue reading ‘Outreach Through Building Relationships’