“Be Transformed” – Doxology and not Dogmatism
By Dr. Scott Rodin | We are looking at six aspects of transformation as part of the Christian walk with Christ. Our fifth component emanates from the depths of our souls. The process of transformation is a journey of joy because it is a journey with Christ. Here is where ... read on
“Be Transformed” – Process and not Pronouncement
By Dr. Scott Rodin | We are looking at six aspects of transformation as part of the Christian walk with Christ. Our fourth component requires out patience, endurance and Spirit-led determination. For while Christ’s work is once and for all, it is worked out in us throughout our lives. Transformation ... read on
“Be Transformed” – God-centered and not Human-centered
By Dr. Scott Rodin | We are looking at six aspects of transformation as part of the Christian walk with Christ. Our third component may be the most challenging. That’s because the work of transformation in the life of Christians is an utterly selfless work. If it’s the work of ... read on
“Be Transformed” – Embraced and not Imposed
By Dr. Scott Rodin | We are looking at six aspects of transformation as part of the Christian walk with Christ. Our second consideration is the motivation for our commitment to transformation. “For Christ’s love compels us.” (2 Corinthians 5:14, NIV) Paul reminds us that discipleship is a joyous response ... read on
“Be Transformed” – Holistic and not Compartmental
By Dr. Scott Rodin | We are looking at six aspects of transformation as part of the Christian walk with Christ. Our first consideration is the breadth of the work that God seeks to do in us. The transformation we are seeking requires our total and complete being or it ... read on
“Be Transformed” – Rethinking an Overused Word
By Dr. Scott Rodin | One of the most overused and abused words in our modern vocabulary is ‘transformation’. We use it to describe everything from weight loss to the effects of new kitchen cabinets. I fear that by our overuse of it we have robbed it of its radical ... read on
DISCIPLINE #9 – The Discipline of Death that Leads to Life
By Dr. Scott Rodin | It may seem strange that the final discipline is death. Have we journeyed all this way as a steward leader only now to be asked to die? In a word, yes. The life of the steward leader does not end with death, it begins with ... read on
Disciplines of the Steward Leader #8 – Daily Submitting our Time, Talents and Resources to God’s Work
By Dr. Scott Rodin | As leaders we are called upon to lead our people by modeling the life of a faithful steward. Here is a quick check list to see how you are doing. Time. How are you modeling balance and wholeness in your use of time? More importantly, ... read on
Disciplines of the Steward Leader #7 – Leading a Lifestyle that Reflects a Love and Care for God’s Creation
By Dr. Scott Rodin | Everything in this world emerged from the simple combination of the human being created in God’s image, and the Garden, which was created for humanity, and humanity for it. Those ingredients are the foundation for all that exists in God’s creation: a man, a woman ... read on
Disciplines of the Steward Leader: #6 – Pray for Eyes to See your Neighbor as God Sees Them
By Dr. Scott Rodin | When I am in a hurry I see the people God places in my path as obstacles to be overcome. I get focused on my agenda, my needs and my precious time and the people I encounter mostly get in my way. They don’t drive ... read on