Mr. Webster defines stress as “the physical, mental, or emotional pressure, pull or force exerted on one thing by another; strain; tension” Pressure is normal and can be helpful at times but not knowing how to handle it causes us problems. Trying to handle it by ourselves is not God’s plan for us that is why he has sent us the Holy Spirit. Read More »
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The ministry can be a very stressful occupation! As rewarding as ministry can be it also reminds me of a whole bunch of work! As I have studied Children’s Ministers over the past thirty plus years two things that are apparent are: we have a tendency to want to do things all by ourselves and at times (More times than most) in our own strength. This is not good. I should have listened to “Three Dog Night” years ago they told me “One is the loneliest number that you’ll ever do!” or maybe the “Beatles” they not only sang about needing “help” but also “help from our friends.” Better yet I should have listened to Jesus. Read More »
Number nine teach and make corrections to your team. Teaching brings definition. Teach on what you have learned through evaluation. When you correct, correct in love! Ten, set the pace and be the leader. It’s simple leaders must lead. If you call yourself a leader and no one is following behind you you’re only taking a walk. Read More »
Number five get God’s plan for your ministry. Here’s what I know God’s plan always works. There is a difference between thus sayeth the seminar speaker and thus sayeth the Lord!Number six develop the plan. God doesn’t lead us in leaps and jumps he leads in steps. Read More »
One of the most intriguing professions in the world to me is forecasting the weather. Sometimes they miss it but most of the time they get it right.Mr. Webster defines forecasting as “to predict a future condition or occurrence; to calculate in advance by forethought and foresight in planning. These are not just descriptions and duties of a meteorologist. It’s also the responsibility of a leader of volunteers. Are you accurately predicting future conditions and occurrences by advance planning and careful calculations? Read More »
At the heart of every organization should be core values! These are simply values that shape our behaviors.Here at WOC we are committed to 5 non-negotiable values... Read More »
Leaders choose to be flexible. Many years ago Burger King had a jiggle that let people know they were flexible. "Hold the pickles, hold the lettuce, special orders don't upset us!" This was a much different attitude than the golden arches people. Read More »
8. After you have turned a task over to someone make sure you inspect and evaluate what they’re doing. Remember to be understanding and motivating. Workers do what you expect they do what you inspect!9. Don’t forget to check in with each key person. A simple call or email lets people know that you care about what they’re doing. Be a coach. Help them grow and make improvements. Be an encourager!10. Tell people how much you appreciate them. Without them you couldn’t be as effective or accomplish the things you are doing for the Lord. Workers who feel good about themselves do a better job. Saying thank you is always the right thing to say. Read More »
4. Look within the church for faithful people. If you have workers who have proved themselves faithful turn more over to them. Jesus said in Luke 16:10, "Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much,” Remember to coach, train, and model to your workers what you want them to do. Read More »
Here are ten steps to being a good delegator: 1. Be willing to let someone else help you. The first thing Jesus did when He began His earthly ministry was recruit helpers. If the Son of God needed help, we need a bunch of help! Read More »