This material is from a secular book on leadership. It is how the US Army does things. One of the most important duties of leaders at all levels is to develop subordinates. Mentoring plays a big part in developing competent and confident future leaders. In the Army, mentoring isn’t limited to “high-potentials,” or a few favorites. Army leaders are taught…

The following is taken from the US Army Leadership Field Manual. I find it to contain great advice that all of us in ministry could take to heart. The highlighting is my emphasizing something I see there. 1-51. At any level, anyone responsible for supervising people or accomplishing a mission that involves other people is a leader. Anyone who influences…

I Samuel 17:28 And Eliab his eldest brother heard when he spake unto the men; and Eliab’s anger was kindled against David, and he said, Why camest thou down hither? and with whom hast thou left those few sheep in the wilderness? I know thy pride, and the naughtiness of thine heart; for thou art come down that thou mightest…

Things missionaries/pastors say to one another: “That is great, brother!” “I am so glad to hear that your church doubled in size the last year.” “Oh, that is wonderful that you are see such great results to your evangelism efforts.” What they really mean: “Wow, I feel like such a loser.” “Man, some people have it so good.” “I sure…