I watched someone loading their car at IKEA. They put several small boxes in first to “try and fill the nooks and crannies”. Having packed a car many times in the past, I envisioned a large stamp reading “Failure” stomped onto their attempt. Even before it was completed. You have to start...
The Bible talks about the stupidity of looking into the mirror and quickly forgetting what you just saw. Christmas is full of glitter and shimmer. All those little pieces of reflective lights should remind us to do some reflective thought. As we wrap up another year, it's the perfect time to reflect on...
My wife's baking an apple pie right now. The house is full of the wonderful smells. We all love to eat them. I'd pay a lot to eat her pie. Have you wondered why some companies are wildly successful (even in these economic times)? While some (perhaps you) are struggling? Most time, it...
Continuing the things that I learned at Catalyst Atlanta 2010. Things that I need to change in my own life. To read Part 1, click here. 4. Embrace Failure. Imagine if you never failed. Instantly I think that I would do tremendous things. And the boundaries would be so endless. But, when I...
It's hard to believe that it's been 9 years since we watched in horror as the World Trade Center collapsed. It was the American symbol to the world for commerce and the celebration of our freedoms. It's why the Terrorists targeted the buildings to slap the face of the whole country. As the...
The last Step according to the book "How the Mighty Fall", by Jim Collins. As I read this chapter, I was disheartened and discouraged. I hate to see anything (that is built on the good of others) fail. Especially the Church! But do Churches fail? It's an interesting question. A few weeks ago, I...
As we read last time, Step 3 is when the "turn" really happens. People start to leave, offerings suffer, staff start to withdraw, and visitors no longer "hear about great things" from your church. The local church is in serious trouble. Then, the Senior Pastor or Board of Deacons, reach for a "silver...
