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Find Freedom From the Tyranny of Time

Nov 20, 2024 | By Dr. Scott Rodin | Remember the last time you faced a day with back-to-back meetings, and then someone canceled? It was as if you were given a gift of an hour, a precious 60-minute oasis in the middle of the fast-moving stream of life. Perhaps you paused to consider the things you could do with that gift. Go on a walk? Call that friend that you’d forgotten about. Read that article that’s been on your desk for a month. Take a nap? Or did you fill it up with more work? Regardless of how you spent it, for one moment, you relished the possibilities afforded you by this precious offering.


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Thanksgiving Reminders

Nov 18, 2024 | By Dr. Brian Simmons | Photo by Megan Watson on Unsplash 1  Shout with joy to the Lord, all the earth! 2      Worship the Lord with gladness.    Come before him, singing with joy. 3  Acknowledge that the Lord is God!    He made us, and we are his.[a]    We are his people, the sheep of his pasture. ... read on


LeadershipStewardshipWork

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Stewarding the Challenges and Possibilities of this Post Election Moment

Nov 14, 2024 | By Dr. Scott Rodin | Just prior to the election last week I wrote two blogs. The fact that you are reading this one means that Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States. Whether you voted for him or not, his election calls us as the body of Christ to steward the opportunities and speak into the challenges his administration will bring. As stewards of the life God has gifted to us, we seek His vision for the future regardless of who is leading. We are also called to be wise, to understand the times we are in, and to discern the Spirit’s leading for the way forward. I suggest we have been given a moment in time to live out our steward calling as the body of Christ by responding in seven ways...


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The Power of a NU Heart

Nov 8, 2024 | By Dr. Brian Simmons | What Difference Does a Nu Heart Make? In times like these, I am reminded of the difference a NU heart can make. As we continue to experience the emotions leading up to and following a presidential election, I have questions about the state of our ... read on


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Conducting the Affairs of our House in an Election Year

Oct 29, 2024 | By Dr. Scott Rodin | One week from today we will vote for our next president. For many of us, we are faced with what seems like a no-win situation. This blog is not written to tell you how to vote or to suggest that one candidate and party carries ... read on


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Two Questions that Determine Your Life as a Leader

Jun 21, 2024 | By Dr. Scott Rodin | In the animated series, ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’, Prince Zuko‘s uncle confronts him at the pivotal moment in the movie. His question to the young prince is penetrating, “I’m begging you, Prince Zuko. It’s time for you to look inward and begin asking yourself the ... read on


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Steward Leadership, Work, and Life Calling Come Together

Apr 19, 2024 | By Dr. Brian Simmons | During seasons of rest from work, it is essential to reflect and bring what matters most all together. Even God rested from His work of creation! Human beings, created in God’s image, find meaning and purpose in work. And, like God, it is important to ... read on


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Stewards of the Reign of Peace

Apr 12, 2024 | By Dr. Scott Rodin | As you read these first few words of this blog, something is ruling in your heart. Right now, something has a hold of you and its reign is dominating your thoughts, your emotions, and your attitude. What has dominion in your heart at this moment? ... read on