Adam complained to his wife about his frustration in growing the church he pastors when she said, “Let me play back for you what I’ve heard from you recently. ‘You weren’t a good student, because others scored higher. You’re not a good husband because other husbands provide more. Now, you’re not a good pastor because the church isn’t large enough.’” ...
Recently, I met Jim who had just resigned from working for a man who I have respected for many years. To my dismay Jim shared openly that he had left due to my friend’s arrogance and lack of integrity. There was a time when I would hear these sort of comments and distance myself from those who had been denigrated. ...
Many people have a hard time adjusting emotionally to wintertime. The nights are longer, sunshine can be limited, and the weather hinders outside activity. I’ve watched friends and family struggle with the lack of joy that can come until it becomes debilitating. These things can add up to a sad heart, leading to less productive and enjoyable work. In Psalm ...
Bill and his wife were having struggles in their relationship and business, because of their differing views on the family business. As I listened to Bill’s side of the story, it became evident that Bill had some valid concerns, but he also needed to hear some hard truth. After I delivered that hard truth Bill and I developed a plan ...
Erik, is a young leader who is hungry to learn and grow in understanding God’s word and applying it to his leadership role at work. I’ve watched him grow as he completed our “Ten Biblical Principles for Business” study, and our “FIRE in the Workplace” study. Erik has even led others through the FIRE study. After completing our “Ten Biblical ...
With our “Next Generation Leaders” program we desire to help train college students on God’s way of doing business before they join the workforce and learn bad habits. By allowing these students to attend our events and to be paired up with Christian mentors in their field of interest, we have helped many begin to see God’s purpose for their ...
For more than a decade I’ve delivered daily “Integrity Moments” vignettes to people around the world. As I write my prayer is that the Lord would provide me the right stories at the right times to be helpful to our readers. God has answered that prayer in so many amazing ways. Recently, a friend named Jeannie, whom I didn’t even ...
Donnie Smith, the CEO of Tyson Foods, shared a profound truth during a panel discussion I attended. He stated his belief that “Excellence is the currency of the marketplace.” He believes that one of the best ways you can live out your faith in the marketplace is to provide excellent products and services. This speaks volumes to those with whom ...
During a panel discussion I attended in Northwest Arkansas, the CEOs of Walmart, Tyson Food and JB Hunt Transportation were asked for practical ways that they apply their faith to their decisions, especially being CEOs of publicly traded companies. All three mentioned one common approach. Each of these companies have core values easily found in scripture. By testing their major ...
Equipping Others to Do Work Differently
