The Upside of Tension ~
Leaders learn how to leverage problems that never go away in such a way that they become a growth engine for the organization.
If problems keep resurfacing -
1. Identify the tensions.
2. Create terminology
3. Inform the core
4. Continually give value to both sides.
5. Don't weigh in to heavily based on your personal bias
6. Understand the upside of the opposite side and the downside of your side.
7. Don't allow strong personalities to win the day. We need passionate people who will champion their side but also mature people that understand the art.
8. Don't think in terms of balance but in terms of the rhythm of your organization.
Then have the confidence to make "the call."
If you'll identify and leverage the tensions they will actually become part of your story.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Leadership Summit - Adam Hamilton
When Leaders Fall~
All of us are wired for companionship and sexual intimacy and both of these mixed with sin is a volatile combination.
Moment of the maybe...what would it be like? When sin is rationalized, mobilized...
If you keep talking about it, considering it or dwelling on it, eventually the maybe turns into a yes.
Resist The Temptation:
Remember who you are.
Recognize the consequences of your actions.
Rededicate yourself to God
Reveal your struggle to a trusted friend.
Remove yourself from the situation.
1Thess. 4:3-5 and 7
All of us are wired for companionship and sexual intimacy and both of these mixed with sin is a volatile combination.
Moment of the maybe...what would it be like? When sin is rationalized, mobilized...
If you keep talking about it, considering it or dwelling on it, eventually the maybe turns into a yes.
Resist The Temptation:
Remember who you are.
Recognize the consequences of your actions.
Rededicate yourself to God
Reveal your struggle to a trusted friend.
Remove yourself from the situation.
1Thess. 4:3-5 and 7
Leadership Summit - Craig Groeschle and Tony Dungy
Tony Dungy~stubbornness is a virtue when you're right.
Life balance ultra-important.
Don't mistake hours for productivity.
Tony is championing mentoring and encouraging leaders to make themselves available. We have something to offer, it doesn't mean that we have all the answers it simply means that we are willing to speak into another persons life.
Life balance ultra-important.
Don't mistake hours for productivity.
Tony is championing mentoring and encouraging leaders to make themselves available. We have something to offer, it doesn't mean that we have all the answers it simply means that we are willing to speak into another persons life.
Leadership Summit - Jim Collins
How the mighty fall ~
Good is the enemy of Great. It's a matter of conscience We must have great church leadership spread throughout every single corner of the world.
No one is immune...ANYONE can fall.
It is not success that leads to failure. Instead, what will is outrageous arrogance to neglect our life calling and to fail to pursue it as we did when we first discovered it. It is outrageous arrogance to think that because our intentions are good that our actions would necessarily be good.
The signature that separates level 5 leaders from level 4 leaders is HUMILITY and the will to do whatever it takes. Undisciplined pursuit of MORE is what brings the mighty down.
Unless we have all the key seats filled with fantastic people we must resist growth until we have them. Attempting to implement vision without this step equals failure.
Culture of denial ~ Are you a team that is on its way up or way down?
Greatness is a cumulative process.
Measure success by money you will always lose.
Core values are not open for compromise.
To Do:
1. Do your diagnostics. www.jimcollins.com
2. Count your blessings. Why? When you begin to count all the successes and good things in life that came your way with which you had nothing to do, HUMILITY is the result.
3. What is your questions to statements ratio and can you double them in the next year? Spend less time trying to be interesting and more time being interested.
4. How many key seats on your bus are filled and whats the plan to fill the empty seats.
5. Do your team diagnostics.
6. Complete an inventory of the brutal facts with your team.
7. Culture of discipline has nothing to do with what we do but what we are willing to stop doing.
8. Define results and show milestones
9. Double your reach to young people by changing your practices but not your core values.
10. Set some big hairy audacious goals.
Never capitulate, never give in.
Good is the enemy of Great. It's a matter of conscience We must have great church leadership spread throughout every single corner of the world.
No one is immune...ANYONE can fall.
It is not success that leads to failure. Instead, what will is outrageous arrogance to neglect our life calling and to fail to pursue it as we did when we first discovered it. It is outrageous arrogance to think that because our intentions are good that our actions would necessarily be good.
The signature that separates level 5 leaders from level 4 leaders is HUMILITY and the will to do whatever it takes. Undisciplined pursuit of MORE is what brings the mighty down.
Unless we have all the key seats filled with fantastic people we must resist growth until we have them. Attempting to implement vision without this step equals failure.
Culture of denial ~ Are you a team that is on its way up or way down?
Greatness is a cumulative process.
Measure success by money you will always lose.
Core values are not open for compromise.
To Do:
1. Do your diagnostics. www.jimcollins.com
2. Count your blessings. Why? When you begin to count all the successes and good things in life that came your way with which you had nothing to do, HUMILITY is the result.
3. What is your questions to statements ratio and can you double them in the next year? Spend less time trying to be interesting and more time being interested.
4. How many key seats on your bus are filled and whats the plan to fill the empty seats.
5. Do your team diagnostics.
6. Complete an inventory of the brutal facts with your team.
7. Culture of discipline has nothing to do with what we do but what we are willing to stop doing.
8. Define results and show milestones
9. Double your reach to young people by changing your practices but not your core values.
10. Set some big hairy audacious goals.
Never capitulate, never give in.
Leadership Summit - Bill Hybels
Staying here BREAKS the heart of God! Figure out what God wants to get done in this world and figure out what your role is. Then move from here to there. Take your people and your vision.
Fantastic people have great Character; Competence; Chemistry and Culture (value/style etc)...what kind of person flourishes on our team?
"I live for experiences like this" holy challenge of assembling developing inspiring a fantastic team of people is an incredible privilege.
Mile markers and celebrations: vision MUST be reinforced constantly. Celebrate every mile marker along the way. People stay on mission if they have a sense of hope that they will get there someday. Turn set backs into celebrations.
Whispers from God: John 10:27 when God speaks can you hear? Do you think God still speaks and will you do everything possible to hear him?
Don't quit; Step UP; Take a risk; Apologize now; make the tough decision; get help; stop running from God; slow down; show your heart; let others lead; feed your soul; bless the team; make the ask; do something more impactful; come clean; embody the vision; celebrate the victories; speak the truth; pay the price; count your blessings; end the secret; check your motives; set the pace; give God your best; get physically fit; serve your family; pray; humble yourself.
Fantastic people have great Character; Competence; Chemistry and Culture (value/style etc)...what kind of person flourishes on our team?
"I live for experiences like this" holy challenge of assembling developing inspiring a fantastic team of people is an incredible privilege.
Mile markers and celebrations: vision MUST be reinforced constantly. Celebrate every mile marker along the way. People stay on mission if they have a sense of hope that they will get there someday. Turn set backs into celebrations.
Whispers from God: John 10:27 when God speaks can you hear? Do you think God still speaks and will you do everything possible to hear him?
Don't quit; Step UP; Take a risk; Apologize now; make the tough decision; get help; stop running from God; slow down; show your heart; let others lead; feed your soul; bless the team; make the ask; do something more impactful; come clean; embody the vision; celebrate the victories; speak the truth; pay the price; count your blessings; end the secret; check your motives; set the pace; give God your best; get physically fit; serve your family; pray; humble yourself.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
In Brief
This morning I announced to the MCCh family that I have resigned from my position as Administrative Pastor effective Aug. 6. This was a most difficult conclusion to arrive at but as Brenda and I struggled to manage our relationship and the family business and a more recent business venture that she is involved in it became increasingly clear that major changes needed to occur.
I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities I’ve had in being part of the leadership team these last four years. To be able to sit with men that are seeking hard after God and His will has been very rewarding. Some of my most cherished memories included seeing many of you take steps forward in your relationship with Jesus and each other. I pray that we will all continue to be connected to the world around us, pressing in to bring Jesus to those in need.
I have learned much and my world has expanded a great deal as I've been pushed and prodded to continue to grow into the person God desires me to be. I'm grateful to Pastor Mel and the rest of the staff for the opportunity to serve alongside them. And I thank the MCCh family for your support and encouragement. Blessings.
I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities I’ve had in being part of the leadership team these last four years. To be able to sit with men that are seeking hard after God and His will has been very rewarding. Some of my most cherished memories included seeing many of you take steps forward in your relationship with Jesus and each other. I pray that we will all continue to be connected to the world around us, pressing in to bring Jesus to those in need.
I have learned much and my world has expanded a great deal as I've been pushed and prodded to continue to grow into the person God desires me to be. I'm grateful to Pastor Mel and the rest of the staff for the opportunity to serve alongside them. And I thank the MCCh family for your support and encouragement. Blessings.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Kenya Update
Christmas 2009, the economy was dismal but you all stepped up in a big way and we had a Big Give Sunday where we raised money for specific projects. It is exciting and humbling to see what God can do through us. Recently we received this note from Agape School in Kenya the recipient of $12,000 of your generousity.
...on behalf of the entire Agape Dayspring School community I wish to thank you and your entire church for the donation of $12,000.00 which helped in changing the outlook of our school, as you can compare the photos attached before and after roofing exercise.
We have had a heavy rains in Kenya. It has never rained the way it did this time. Our building would have been destroyed by much water. Thank God that the donation came at the right time. All the money was used for the purpose intended.
God bless you.
Bishop Duncan Mbogo
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