Written by Lesallan – December 11, 2024 Reflective Devotional: Power and Obedience in Ministry “He changes times and seasons; He sets up kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning” (Daniel 2:21, NIV) Read more…
Ministry Conflict and Resolution: A Reflective Analysis Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University MIN3015 Church Administration (ONL24F1) Dr. Timothy Waugh December 8, 2024 Ministry Conflict and Resolution: A Reflective Analysis Conflict within a ministry setting can have significant negative repercussions, potentially Read more…
Written by Lesallan – December 3, 2024 Keys to a Successful Ministry in the 21st Century The concept of success in any ministry can differ significantly based on individual perspectives and experiences. Nonetheless, certain foundational principles closely align with biblical Read more…
December 3, 2024 Reflections on Faith and Leadership: A Devotional In the face of overwhelming challenges, the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stands as a powerful testament to unwavering faith. These three young men, confronting the threat of a Read more…
Written by Lesallan – December 1, 2024 The Role of the Means of Grace in Enhancing Congregational Spirituality John Wesley’s concept of the “means of grace” has played a crucial role in shaping the understanding of spiritual growth within the Read more…
Written by Lesallan – December 1, 2024 Church Organization: Goals and Administration Church leaders often strive for growth within their congregations, and while numerical expansion is important, it should not be regarded as the sole indicator of a church’s health. Read more…
Written by Lesallan – December 1, 2024 Key Qualities for a Healthy Church A healthy church, as articulated by Schwarz in his influential work “Color Your World with Natural Church Development: Experiencing All That God Has Designed You to Be” Read more…
Lesallan – November 22, 2024 Fostering Church Growth: Key Principles Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University MIN 3015 Church Administration (ONL24F1) Dr. Timothy Waugh November 22, 2024 Fostering Church Growth: Key Principles Church growth is a multifaceted process that relies on Read more…
Lesallan – November 11, 2024 Exploring Growth Patterns in Natural Church Development In his work, Schwarz (2007) describes natural church development (NCD) as a “story of God’s grace” (p. 14). This concept delves into principles derived from global research on Read more…
Lesallan – November 19, 2024 Devotional: The Power of Communication Last week, I found myself reflecting on the integrity and authenticity that defined Daniel the Prophet (Daniel 6:10, NIV). His unwavering faith and steadfastness not only exemplified authentic leadership but Read more…