Church Leadership
Four Signs of Maturity
Check out these nuggets I’ve been pondering on this past year and see if it lines up with your experience in life- especially for those who are parents and/or growing in Christ! Self-Awareness: I know who I am and I know who I’m not- I shouldn’t need others to tell me. Self-Denial: I don’t have…
Read More“Margin,” Book Review
As always I love to pass along the goodies that I receive in my studies. “Margin,” by Richard Swenson has probably been one of my favorites because it deals directly with my life in regards to time management. I truly believe many people could benefit from this book’s wisdom and I hope you enjoy the review!…
Read MoreFeeling Stressed?
Have you been feeling stressed out lately? I pray this short blog encourages you to (de)stress your life! MENTAL STRESS WORSE THAN PHYSICAL LABOR “In one study, a patient was first given a cardiac treadmill exam. Despite vigorous physical exercise, the patient’s cardiovascular status remained normal throughout. He then was asked to subtract seven from…
Read MoreMPI Sayings
Funny but true, I thought it would be good to make a list of the common things we say at MPI that might seem strange for outsiders. Check em’ out! MPI SAYINGS HEAVY REVY: Something that is going to blow your mind about God, short for “heavy revelation.” BOOM SHAKA LAKA: An expression of the…
Read MoreOvercoming the Five Dysfunctions of a Team
Patrick Lencioni’s book, Overcoming the Five Dysfunctions of a Team, is a very helpful and practical guide to overcoming the five most destructive traits in teams and learning how to become and maintain the best team possible. Though this book is primary focused on teams that work together in a secular work place, the information…
Read MoreOne Thing
First, imagine with me that you had a picture frame that was in the shape of a triangle and that the last picture at the top was meant to represent the most important aspect of your life. What picture would you put in that frame? Next, what if you were going to paint the solar…
Read MoreMy Interview with a Great Team Leader
I was asked in one of my classes to interview a great team leader in the church that leads by example both in the ministry and in their personal life. I chose my wife and wrote the following three lessons she has taught me and many others by her Christ-like example in leadership. I hope…
Read MoreSaints in the Church
The Greek word for “saint” (hagios) is used over 60 times in the New Testament in reference to all of God’s people. It never stands for a separate class of people in heaven who are to be prayed too. Therefore, what is the local church according to Paul? It is the gathering of saints under…
Read MoreGiving Stats Around the World
It has been said that God’s people possess enough of God’s provision to accomplish and fulfill God’s purposes in the world. Indeed, according to Christian financial advisor Ron Blue, “Eighty percent of the world’s evangelical wealth is in North America—and the total represents way more than enough to fund the fulfillment of the Great Commission.” Think about…
Read MoreThe Govea’s, My Pastoral Heroes!
I was asked by one of my classes in seminary to interview a husband and wife in the ministry. They were supposed to be outstanding in leadership and reflective of Jesus’ character in both their ministry and family. So I chose our Campus Pastors, Pastors Eriberto and Griselda Govea. I hope you enjoy learning from…
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