Ron Edmondson

MARCH 1, 2012

One of the best things a leader can do is ask the right questions. I love to say, “A leader can only see what a leader can see” The leader can often be the last to know where there is a problem or what others are thinking, so asking questions is critical to good leadership. Great leaders ask great questions. Here are 12 great leadership questions: What can we learn from this?

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

Did you catch it? What’s the greatest killer of motivation? You thought it was a lack of vision, didn’t you? But, you can have the greatest vision ever and still see motivation dwindle and momentum die. The fact is, we have an amazing ability to get bored with good things over time. It doesn’t matter how much we love something, time can cause us to lose interest.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 26, 2012

I love the story of Esther. If you haven’t read it lately, you can do so HERE. Here are the four principles I’ve observed from the story of Esther. 1. God has a special plan for your life. Esther was placed in a royal position, not by chance, but for a purpose. One of my favorite verses is Proverbs 16:9, “ In his heart a man plan’s his course, but the Lord determines his steps.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

I was recently asked by someone in our church: What’s the importance of church? I have been frequently told, “Why do I need to attend church? I can worship God anywhere.” And, part of that is true. In fact, the entire purpose of creation is to glorify God…to worship. The idea, however that we don’t need church is in error.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 25, 2012

There are some things in leadership that I could honestly say I despise. Perhaps you have your own list, but this is mine. Here are 10 things that drive me crazy in leadership: Responsibility without authority – If you ask someone to lead something; then let them lead. Small-mindedness – I like big dreams and those that dream them. I’ve never once out-dreamed God.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 2, 2012

I am frequently asked, “How can I grow as a leader?” I suspect what they really want to know is how to expand their influence. Since leadership is influence, expanding it would grow them as a leader. Makes sense, don’t you think? I think the best leaders expand their influence and leadership potential by continuing to learn and grow in experience.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

This is a guest post by Loren Pinilis. He writes about time management from a Christian perspective at Life of a Steward. Here are 2 keys to a truly productive church staff: A pastor has incredible power as a leader. It’s not restricted to formal voting or the pulpit. Pastors establish the culture of the church staff, which then sets the tone for volunteers and the entire congregation.

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