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Be Completely Humble (by John Russell)

The humble man will stand strong on truth, spoken in love, and practice patience in the relationship. When we nurture leaders, it produces better results. Let it never be said of us that harmony was sacrificed because of a selfish-demanding spirit. Instead, let our humble spirit win over the hesitant. At times bend to the direction and instruction of others.

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Empowering/Accountability: My Relationship with Staff (by Rick Shonkwiler)

Using STEREO in leadership development will produce a lively, multiplying ministry which will bring glory and honor to Jesus’ plan to make disciples in every nation. Your staff will experience empowerment and understand accountability through collaboration and using their best gifts in ministry.

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Working with Staff (by Larry Travis)

The Greek word for Lord is—kurios. It means having power or authority over another. I have to admit that most of us like the idea of Savior, but the lordship part is a bit tough! However, how should the idea of Christ is Lord make a difference in our relationships in the church no matter what positions we have?

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Renewing of My Mind as a Leader (by Shan Caldwell)

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” – Romans 12:2 (NIV) Have you ever bought something that didn’t live up to its promises? Straight out of college I purchased an indoor cross-country ski machine for the living room of my apartment. It was going to transform me into a healthy beast and bring me happiness. All it did was make me miserable and tick off the older woman in the apartment below mine.

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Does Your Attitude Match What You Want to Replicate in Others? (by Steve Yeaton)

“Are you the leader you want to see replicated in those you’re wanting to call into leadership? Do you want them to be plagued by the same kinds of frustrations, disappointment, stress, and fears that plague you?”

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