Deep Imprints

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The Trouble with Power

Deep Imprints

It isn’t an evil thought…at least not for most – but it is a shortcut that makes sense at the moment – after all, we know we are supposed to build a team, right? When you leave, the team continues to function around the same concept – that God has a purpose, and they are supposed to be about that purpose.

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Strengths-Based Ministry

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So, we know that people operate best when they are operating out of their strengths. Her pastor acknowledged her ministry, and helped people around her build a welcoming team for the many she brought into the church. Do we make them think they can only serve God, or operate in ministry if they can serve (greet, cut grass, etc.),

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Do we need a senior pastor?

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When I explain the model of church leadership I’m working on , some people realize right away that it takes away the hierarchy. A senior pastor who understands his/her giftings will work from strengths and find other people who are gifted to operate where the senior pastor has weaknesses.