Ron Edmondson

MARCH 26, 2020

Write letters to your family. I loved the Bible, but the best part was the handwritten letter she placed inside of it. Here are 7 ideas of things you may be able to do at home. I’ve written before about one of the best gifts I ever received was a Bible from my grandmother when I was about 20 years old. I still have it today.

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Productivity Products Letter Learning-by-Doing 65

Ron Edmondson

MAY 23, 2019

Finally, they sent a letter by messenger to Hezekiah, which basically said, “ The Assyrians are tough and they are coming for you next.”. Well, Hezekiah received the letter with all the threats and began to pray. He took the letter, went to the house of the Lord, and spread it out before Him. It was a credible, realistic threat.

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Stress Letter Learning-by-Doing Planning 45

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

I think Paul gave us some clues earlier in his letter to the Philippians. When we are content with where God has allowed us to be our heart will be more thankful. How do we do that? The Apostle Paul told us he had learned the secret to being content. Brothers, I do not consider myself to have taken hold of it.

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Content Letter Edmondson Learning-by-Doing 69

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Finally, they sent a letter by messenger to Hezekiah, which basically said, “ The Assyrians are tough and they are coming for you next.”. Well, Hezekiah received the letter with all the threats and began to pray. He took the letter, went to the house of the Lord, and spread it out before Him. It was a credible, realistic threat.

Stress 83

Stress Letter Learning-by-Doing Edmondson 83

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

I think Paul gave us some clues earlier in his letter to the Philippians. When we are content with where God has allowed us to be our heart will be more thankful. How do we do that? The Apostle Paul told us he had learned the secret to being content. Brothers, I do not consider myself to have taken hold of it.

Content 80

Content Letter Edmondson Learning-by-Doing 80

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 6, 2021

If it comes down to common sense dealing with people versus obeying the letter of the law – the law will easily be followed. Toxic cultures love rules. They will protect the structure at any cost; even to the detriment of team members. People feed less than valued as a result and the process is more rewarded than actual human effort.

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Leadership Edmondson Letter Review 75

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Who needs a letter from you this Christmas? I’m positive, Lord willing, I’ll read them 100 more. The best Christmas gift ever- at least that a human can give – is to give the gift of w ord s. Maybe a child, a grandchild, a parent, a spouse, a friend.

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Letter Edmondson Course Books 43

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 23, 2013

It’s about how to write a sensitive letter, but the points in it will help you prepare for a face-to-face conversation also. Try Writing a Letter. Pray for God’s favor on the conversation, open hearts for you and the other party, and God’s resolution to be realized. You might read THIS POST. You want to be prepared.

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Letter Follow-up Stress Advice 82

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

It includes encouraging letters, notes, and emails I have received from people over the years. My guess is you’re doing better than you think you are and I’m sure of this – your faithfulness will one day be rewarded. ( One bonus tip – I also keep an encouragement file. On bad days, go back and read through them.).

Tips 63

Tips Long-term Learning-by-Doing Planning 63

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 5, 2011

They sent a letter by messenger to Hezekiah, basically which, said, “ The Assyrians are tough and they are coming for you next.”. Well, Hezekiah received the letter with all the threats and began to pray. He took the letter, went to the house of the Lord, and spread it out before Him. We find this account in 2 Kings 19:14-19.

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Letter Learning-by-Doing Follow-up Stress 72

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 23, 2014

But, I would change the N to the letter R — for Random. Then there are the last two letters. I’d change the P to the letter N for Now. And, people with this preference prefer to make up their minds by adding their own information to what’s apparent. You’ll normally find the creative types here.).

Letter 64

Letter Resistance Self-aware Stress 64

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 13, 2020

Let me be honest, I don’t appreciate critics who won’t sign their name, but since it’s part of leadership, here’s how I usually react: I listen to it (read the letter, email or comment) and if there is a forum to respond, such as with a blog post, I sometimes do.

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Policies Letter Edmondson Career 35

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Letters of recommendations. Most expect the pastor to be well-spoken and well-read. I estimate I average five to seven writing assignments a week besides my message. Bulletin articles. Church-wide emails. Every pastor manages someone — even if they are volunteers. In fact, volunteer management may actually be more difficult.

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Learning-by-Doing CEO Self-aware Public Relations 95

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 19, 2020

The Apostle Paul wrote one of his most joy-filled letters – Philippians- while chained in a jail cell. ( Stand in pity or resentment and we will see the world in bitterness and disappointment. But stand in faith and we will see the world from a more positive viewpoint. We will see hope and possibilities.

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Edmondson Letter Commitment Planning 77

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 14, 2013

… at least that a human can give… (Take a hint…who needs a letter from you?). I’m positive…Lord willing…I’ll read them 100 more. The best Christmas gift ever! The post The Best Christmas Present You Can Give appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Related posts: Unwrap Christmas – Gift of Joy.

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Letter Edmondson Positioning 61

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 27, 2014

I think Paul gave us some clues earlier in his letter to the Philippians. We give thanks out of a heart overflowing with gratefulness. A full heart naturally produces gratitude. How do we do that? The Apostle Paul told us he had learned the secret. Brothers, I do not consider myself to have taken hold of it.

Letter 76

Letter Edmondson Content Learning-by-Doing 76

Ron Edmondson

JULY 18, 2016

It’s about how to write a sensitive letter, but the points in it will help you prepare for a face-to-face conversation also. And, there are times a letter is best.) Jot down your main points you are trying to make. You might read THIS POST. You want to be prepared. You want to remember your thoughts clearly and not from emotion.

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Letter Edmondson Follow-up Learning-by-Doing 30

Ron Edmondson

MAY 19, 2015

10 Tips on Writing a Good Letter…When a Letter is the Best Way to Communicate. The post 4 Ways to Get a Grip on Email appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Related posts: Differences in men and women (Typical email home). 7 Ways to Support Your Pastor on Sunday. 5 Ways to Help the Church When You Struggle to Support the Pastor.

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Letter Edmondson Tips Learning-by-Doing 30

Ron Edmondson

JULY 7, 2011

It’s cliche now, but read it as a love letter written to you. If someone writes you a love letter, you’ll read it continually until you figure out what it means, and maybe even memorize parts of it along the way. Relationship - The best way to fall in love with God’s Word is to get to better know it’s author.

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Letter Maturity Books Consultative 63

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Who needs a letter from you this Christmas? I’m positive – Lord willing – I’ll read them 100 more. The best Christmas gift ever- at least that a human can give – is to give the gift of words. Maybe a child, a grandchild, a parent, a spouse, a friend.

Letter 30

Letter Edmondson Books Positioning 30

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 12, 2013

A Letter to the Church, from a Pastor. .” Pastor, do you have a hard word you’d share with other pastors? Here’s your chance!). The post 7 Hard Words I’d Say to Every Pastor appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Related posts: 5 Things Your Pastor Needs, Part 2. 5 Things Your Pastor Needs, Part 1. Encouragement Ministry'

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Letter Edmondson Learning-by-Doing Objective 83

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 10, 2011

By the way, if you do sponsor a child, send them pictures and letters. The children who receive letters really do get to know and love their sponsors. I did learn that children absolutely love hearing from their sponsors. This boy, for example, knew that his sponsors had two daughters who got married this year. He knew their names.

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Letter Open-book Document Learning-by-Doing 32

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 6, 2014

Read “ An Open Letter to Coach Cal (Coaches, Players and Fans )” Then Bradley did something only a friend would do. You are obviously not a basketball fan if you couldn’t figure that one out for yourself. But, Bradley’s post was different. It was challenging, but encouraging at the same time. It resonated with people.

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Leadership Sports Advice Fashion 55

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 15, 2018

The Apostle Paul wrote one of his most joy-filled letters – Philippians- while chained in a jail cell. ( Where we stand always determines what we see. Stand in faith and we will see the world from a different and more positive viewpoint. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable.

Letter 58

Letter Commitment Planning Positioning 58

Ron Edmondson

JULY 13, 2012

They keep waiting for some sign…maybe a writing in the sky…a letter from God…or certainly some definite “sign” that this is God’s plan for them. With the best intentions, they want to make sure what they are doing is God’s “will” for their life.

Letter 60

Letter Edmondson Creativity Definition 60

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 7, 2013

A Letter to the Church, from a Pastor. The post 7 Most Exciting Things a Pastor Experiences appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Related posts: My Top 5 Corporate Worship Experiences. Wanted: Super-Pastor. Exciting Staff Changes at Grace Community Church. Church Encouragement Leadership Ministry'

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Letter Edmondson Long-term Course 81

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 10, 2019

I based it on Hezekiah’s actions in response to receiving a letter that threatened his entire kingdom. God always appears, at least in my life, to be more about shaping my character than my circumstances. This “system” is, however, Biblical — in my opinion. Talk about stress.) Read that story in 2 Kings 19:14-19.

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Stress Strategy Letter Learning-by-Doing 35

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 5, 2015

This man whom I’d worked alongside for twelve years began reading a prepared letter. The man reading this prepared letter was not just my pastor; he was one of my best friends. I shut the door and sat in the green wingback chair facing his desk. Apparently, there would be no small talk. We genuinely loved each other.

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Letter Edmondson Follow-up Blog 30

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 11, 2016

In addition, he asked the king to write letters to other government officials from whom he would need help. He took his plan to the city officials and received their blessing, thanks in large part to the letters from King Artaxerxes. With permission to build, Nehemiah recruited the workers.

Leadership 30

Leadership Letter Handbook Library 30

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 1, 2015

10 Tips on Writing a Good Letter…When a Letter is the Best Way to Communicate. Related posts: Your Right to Cry…My Right to Be Angry. 7 Tips for Healthier Marriage Communication. Two Ways to Improve Your Marriage Today.

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Tips Letter Learning-by-Doing Edmondson 30

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 2, 2014

Several years ago a hot new weight loss pill came out that promised (at least in the commercial and the larger letters on the bottle) that it would help anyone who tried it to lose weight and look better without changing their diet or exercising. Being someone that’s always looking to try new things, I gave it a shot.

Letter 56

Letter Magazine Follow-up Books 56

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 4, 2015

It’s cliche now, but read it as a love letter written to you. If someone writes you a love letter, you’ll read it continually until you figure out what it means, and maybe even memorize parts of it along the way. If you can’t figure out something, you’ll consult the author.

Letter 30

Letter Open-book Maturity Edmondson 30

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 5, 2012

What words (starting with the letter D) should be on my list for good leadership? . (I’ll go first. My biggest weakness on the list is “Direct” I need to better communicate expectations to my team.). What did I miss? Related posts: 12 Killers of Good Leadership. 10 Characteristics of Good Leadership (Expanded Version).

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Leadership Letter Follow-up Long-term 63

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Send out proposal letters to book publishers and agents by March 1st. Write a book – Let’s say you want to finish one of the many book ideas you have, have it completely written, and either have a publisher for the book or decide to self-publish. These dates are for example. You set the realistic date that works for you.).

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Planning Proposal Goal Letter 34

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 25, 2019

Letters of recommendations. Most expect the pastor to be well-spoken and well-read. I estimate I averaged five to seven writing assignments a week beside my message and my blog. Bulletin articles. Church-wide emails. Every pastor manages someone — even if they are volunteers. In fact, volunteer management may actually be more difficult.

Learning-by-Doing 82

Learning-by-Doing CEO Self-aware Career 82

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 6, 2018

It includes encouraging letters, notes, and emails I have received from people over the years. My guess is you’re doing better than you think you are and I’m sure of this – your faithfulness will one day be rewarded. One bonus tip – I also keep an encouragement file. On bad days, go back and read through them.).

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Learning-by-Doing Planning Letter Delegation 38

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 13, 2011

Remember he said earlier in the same letter, “for me to live is Christ and to die is great gain.” I’m not sure I’m with Paul on this one yet, because as much as I like to see people growing spiritually, I don’t know if sacrificing my life for their growth is yet an option. Paul, though, was seeing life through an eternal perspective.

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Letter 42