There are posts all over the internet on how to DO ministry. From time to time I drag my net through my Google Reader and see what's been written about how to BE in ministry. Here are 5 posts I pulled out of the net:
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If Your Marriage Is failing... by Brian Dodd
"I recently had an enlightening conversation on what you actually base a marriage on. Here is what I told the person you do NOT base a marriage on:..."
Your Smile Didn't Matter by Seth Godin
"If you worked on the line, we cared about your productivity, not your smile or approach to the work. You could walk in downcast, walk out defeated and get a raise if your productivity was good..."
My Wife and My iPhone by Brad Huebert
"I’d just plopped my rump down on our sagging couch in the basement and fired up our PS3 for another rousing round of pointless fun when my own message got thrown in my face..."
What Really Matters by JA Cook
"Cats in the cradle..."
Stop Trying To Be Better by Scott Smith
"Think back to a top-of-the-line computer in 1982. The envy of businessmen and nerds alike. The best that was available. But did it really do much? Not really. Some of us still have that computer kicking around in storage somewhere..."
Did I miss any posts?
Add any posts you think would help ministry leaders BE better people.
Thank you so much for featuring my blog! I'm going to check out the blogs you listed, what a great idea, and it says a lot about your own heart. I like it. Peace!
Posted by: Brad Huebert | September 06, 2010 at 11:21 AM
Brad, thanks for stopping by and commenting. Love your stuff online. Stay strong, man!
Posted by: Scott Couchenour | September 06, 2010 at 11:43 AM
Thanks Scott! And as usual, you've given me some new blogs to check out... :)
Posted by: Scott Smith | September 08, 2010 at 07:15 AM
Thanks, Scott. I'm glad it opens up more opportunity for your personal growth.
Posted by: Scott Couchenour | September 08, 2010 at 12:43 PM
Scott,
I love your post and the service you are providing to Christian leaders. You are an incredible agragater of information. Keep up the great work and if I can ever help you please let me know.
Blessings,
Brian Dodd
Posted by: Brian Dodd | September 18, 2010 at 07:52 PM
Brian, thanks so much for stopping by and sharing your comment. Means a lot to me. There's so much great stuff out there, we've got to grab it together and learn together.
Posted by: Scott Couchenour | September 19, 2010 at 07:28 PM