Posts Tagged ‘Next Level Church’
Write a Letter. Change a Life.
One of the things I am passionate about is leveraging what God has given me for the least of these. A dream came true last month when we were able to see close to 400 children receive sponsorship through Compassion International over 1 weekend of the God of the Underdogs series at Next Level…
Read MoreSimple Things Spread
Whatever your message is, whatever your idea, keep it simple. Simple things spread. If it’s too difficult to explain, nobody will, If it’s too complicated to understand, nobody will. Every time we adds a layer of complexity, we slow down the viral ability of our idea. Every time we add a rule or guideline,…
Read More7 Tips for Getting Better as a Communciator
As I mentioned last week, I’ve been speaking publicly now for over 20 years and as best as I can calculate, I’ve given over 3000 talks. Over the years, I’ve developed some “practices” that I know help me do what I do better and hopefully will help you too. Here are 7 tips…
Read More3 Books that are Impacting me Right Now
Happy Wednesday (Hump Dayyyyy!) Everybody! I thought I’d give you a bonus, Midweek post this week. Enjoy! As most of you know, I’m an avid reader. At any time, I’m usually reading between 4 and 6 books and right now is no exception. I wanted to let you know of 3 books in particular…
Read MoreSpeaking ShortCuts for Public Speakers
I recently was reflecting on the fact that I’ve now been speaking in public for over 20 years. And as best as I can figure it, I think I’ve probably given over 3,000 talks in my lifetime. (Wow, that makes me tired just thinking about it.) Who am I kidding? I love it!!! I…
Read MoreUnderdogs Alternates
In honor of the 1 month mark on the release of my book, God of the Underdogs, here’s a funny little take on some “Underdog” wordings that well, didn’t make the cut. Enjoy. By the way, if you haven’t gotten the book yet, make sure you do, go here. Under FOG – Not enough…
Read MoreMy Perfect Day – A Help for Creative Leaders
As a Creative Leader, it is necessary for me to get away from the office and write, create, think, etc. That is my job. I “get paid” to create & think. Our organization moves forward best when I am doing these things. Consequently, my assistant schedules entire days where I am not just out of…
Read More5 Questions to Ask Someone Soon…
5 Questions to Ask Someone Soon: Whether you are spending time with a friend, a spouse, a co-worker or someone you are coaching or mentoring, these 5 questions can lead to some great conversations and/or opportunities to learn, teach and grow for both of you. 1. What has Surprised you Recently? There is much…
Read MoreThe Underdogs Original Song – Now Available!!! (You Made a Way)
Obviously, everything around our world is buzzing with excitement over the God of the Underdogs launch last week. And from all we’ve heard, the 400+ churches who are doing the series are super excited as well. It’s been fun to see the various creative pieces and elements that the different churches have come up…
Read MoreThankful for Rick Warren writing the Foreword for the Underdogs Book
Last year, in preparation for the release of my book God of the Underdogs, I began praying about who the best possible person could be to write a foreword for the book. Who’s story was an Underdog Story? And of course, so many names hit the list, but one name in particular kept coming back…
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