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Building Empires But Not God’s Kingdom

Ever since the divide of the Western and Eastern branches of Christianity in the 11th century, two of the greatest fears of once-united Christendom have been realized: fragmentation and division. Even in the 16th century, when Martin Luther’s protest against the Roman Catholic Church’s abuses sparked the Protestant Reformation, leaders hoped there would be only a few major expressions of the body of Christ. Never in their wildest dreams did the reformers envision all the denominations and various branches and networks of Christianity that have evolved since then. The end results have provided an opportunity for a spirit of lawlessness, independence, and empire-building among some in- secure (albeit gifted) leaders.

Leading Reasons Pastors Fall (and Solutions)

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Twelve Signs of Abusive Leadership

There has been many articles of leaders in the media lately who take advantage of other people. This is a common pattern of abuse in which leaders use their positions of authority to take advantage of their subordinates or those looking to them for help.

There are many signs of abusive leadership, which can relate to leadership in the family, church, business, politics and/or any organization or voluntary association. Also, often abusers are themselves the victims of abuse.

Understanding Master Builders, Builders, and Thought Leaders

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Ten Cautions for Gifted Leaders

I. Never allow secondary leaders to slack off because of your strength to lead.

II. Avoid temptation to do jobs others are capable of doing; learn to delegate and work yourself out of a job.
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Understanding the Differences between Protégés, Partners and Parasites

Being involved with pastoral and apostolic-type ministry for more than three decades, I have attempted to prioritize building relationally through covenant, and mentoring. This experience has shown me that in order to be successful I must discern between three types of people: protégés, partners, and parasites.

Contrasting the Discipleship Methods of Jesus and Jewish Rabbis

In order to understand the New Testament, it is vital for us to understand the cultural and religious background of Jesus and His disciples. With this in mind, it is helpful for us to understand the common discipleship method of the Jewish rabbis during Jesus’s day, so we can gain a greater appreciation of His radical approach based on His claim of lordship.

On the surface there appears to be no essential difference between the discipleship methods of Jesus and that of the rabbis of His time. For example, both Jesus and the rabbis of His time had disciples or students that would attach themselves to them.

The Seven Dysfunctions of an Organization

The structure of this article is taken from a Daily News article that detailed an elected official’s failed leadership style which resulted in chaos and an organizational mess in this official’s administration. This stunning confidential report was ordered by this official for the purpose of analyzing their operational efficiency when they were serving as a political leader in the Tri-State region.

How to Change Culture by Mentoring Leaders

Although the Book of Esther does not mention the name of God, there is perhaps no greater book that more clearly illustrates the ways of God and His sovereign hand! Those who read this book will quickly realize how Mordecai is one of the unsung heroes of the Bible. The following principles were utilized by him to save a whole race and transform a nation’s laws and customs.

10 Significant Power Principles for Effective, Sustainable Leadership

If you want to grow a church or organization, grow the leader! The following power principles maximize effectiveness, based on my more than three decades of church and marketplace ministry.

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