Avoiding the All or Nothing Trap
by Edie Melson | ediemelson.com WHEN DOING MINISTRY LIKE WRITING OR SPEAKING, we must connect in a meaningful way with those we serve. And hate it or love it, social…
Leaders, Are You Tired of the “New Normal”?
Many women’s ministry directors in churches across America read this column. They have written to me to talk about their ministry situations. Many asked what to do about the limits of the pandemic.
5 Reasons WHY to Hire a Speaking Coach
by Tammy Whitehurst “There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” Colin Powell You love what you do, you are…
Bring On the Seasons
BY KAREN PORTER @KARENPORTER EACH SEASON OF THE YEAR IS FILLED WITH UNIQUE FLAVORS AND ACTIVITIES. IT IS HARD TO PICK A FAVORITE, BUT FALL MAY BE MINE.. Fall is…
The Ripple Effect of Leadership
Michelle S. Lazurek On our yearly vacation to Maine, we rent a small cottage that overlooks a gorgeous pond. I often sit for hours in silence, inhaling the fresh, crisp…
Taming the Monster of Conflict
Michelle S. Lazurek During a routine ministry meeting, I expressed my opinion on a particular topic relevant to our forum. “Whoa!” said one of the members. “I’m not sure I…
Arise & Lead
Sharon Tedford in Leading Hearts magazine We’re equipped and we are ready We’re the people of God We’re anointed, we are willing To respond to His call We will stand…
Leaders are Followers, Too
It is important for each of us to be followers of the Good Shepherd because who we follow will determine how we lead.
WHEN I WAS TOURING ISRAEL, THE GUIDE STOPPED NEAR A FIELD OF GRAZING SHEEP. HE SAID, “I WANT TO SHOW YOU SOMETHING THAT WILL MAKE A SECTION OF YOUR BIBLE COME ALIVE.”
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Sharpen Your Writing Skills and More
by KAREN WHITING in Leading Hearts magazine
I IMPROVE WHEN I LISTEN AND APPLY THE WISDOM OF OTHERS. This includes God, my peers, mentors, friends and loved ones.
It’s been especially important in my writing and speaking to let others help me sharpen my skills and keep me accountable in my walk. It’s putting “iron sharpens iron” into practice.
Schedule times to be together and set time limits. Come prepared with what you want to share or ask. Be ready to listen to each person’s needs.
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Stop Stabbing, Start Sharpening
by Edie Melson in Leading Hearts magazine
IN SOCIAL MEDIA TERMS, IT’S A VOLATILE WORLD OUT THERE.
So often, what’s posted online seems more focused on stabbing and wounding than on encouraging and sharpening. Part of that is due to the medium.
Almost 100 percent of the time, online interaction lacks the warmth of a real-time, human connection. It’s an impersonal — anonymous — medium. While we may call those we connect with “friends,” many of them are just faceless names.
When we’re speaking online, it’s far too easy to be so focused on what we want to share that we forget the individual — hurting — hearts of those we’re communicating with.
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