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“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” (Matt. 6:33) As a third-generation leader of Peter & John Ministries (PJM), I’ve had the privilege of learning from those who came before me, both their bold faith and their practical wisdom. My grandfather and great-uncle, … Continue reading Where God Guides, He Provides
When Jesus commanded his followers to “seek first his kingdom and his righteousness” in Matt. 6:33, promising that “all these things will be given to you as well,” he immediately followed with this following exhortation. “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” … Continue reading A Bright Tomorrow
As I think on the Scripture, Matthew 6:33 (ESV) which tells us to “seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you,” I haven’t been able to get away from the concept of self-care. In seeking first the kingdom, am I caring well for myself in … Continue reading Tending Your Vineyard
New Leadership Books by Outcomes Conference 2025 Presenters 1. The Rise of Sustainable Giving: How the subscription economy is transforming recurring giving and what nonprofits can do to benefit. By Dave Raley (Imago Productions, Feb. 4, 2025) Book Overview Dave Raley will serve as faculty at The Outcomes Conference 2025. 2. Marketing with Fervor: A proven three-question framework … Continue reading Books for Spring 2025
Matthew 6:33 calls us to “seek first his kingdom and his righteousness.” For Christian nonprofit leaders, this is both an anchor and a challenge. Disciplined innovation offers a way to align creativity and problem-solving with God’s call to steward resources wisely and advance his mission. Dispelling the Myths of Innovation Too often, innovation is misunderstood … Continue reading Disciplined Innovation
As I stared at my screen, dread settled in. How could this have happened? What did this mean for my research? Throughout my doctoral program, I had sought to answer one question: “What leadership competencies do middle managers need to perform as middle leaders?” The dilemma I faced that Sunday afternoon was that my initial … Continue reading Middle Manager to Middle Leader
Through the years, I (Bruce) have had the privilege of hiring scores of 20-somethings and older teens. They have taught me so much more than I can recount. They have endured my missteps and given me second chances. They have shown me that grace specializes in imperfection and that grace takes the long view. In … Continue reading The Honor of Walking Together
The longevity of an organization may depend on its ability to prepare the next generation for leadership. Why? Because nothing lasts forever, including us! Eventually, the next generation must be ready to take the reins, and it is our responsibility to prepare them for it. What does this generational transfer look like? But what does … Continue reading Preparing the Next Generation
Christian Leadership Alliance President and CEO Tami Heim recently interviewed Dr. Arthur L. Satterwhite III, Vice President of Diversity, Belonging & Strategy for Young Life. Young Life is a Christian ministry that reaches out to middle school, high school, and college students in all 50 of the United States and in more than 100 countries … Continue reading Can You RELATE?
In today’s dynamic world, the call to empower the next generation of Christian leaders is more urgent than ever. This mission goes beyond merely passing on responsibilities. It involves actively nurturing and equipping young leaders with wisdom, integrity, and a vision centered on God’s kingdom. When you make an investment in the next generation workforce … Continue reading Empower the Next Generation
