Three Articles I Think You Should Read (Pt. 2)
To be honest, making everyone happy is something I’ve always struggled with. Whether it’s looking in the mirror more than once or driving like an angel the closer I get to church, I’ve unfortunately filtered too many decisions through the lens of man’s approval. Craig Groeschel clearly breaks it down and gives us the resolution.
10 Principles for Gaining and Maintaining Church Momentum
Incredible insight and wisdom from Brian and Bobbie Houston. If you serve in the local church in any capacity, I would strongly suggest this read. And if you’re a church leader, even more so!
100 Almost Free Ways to Appreciate Volunteers
Finally, taken from the Northpoint kids blog, 100 creative (and mostly free) ways to bless your volunteers. The furtherance of Gods kingdom happens on the backs of people sacrificing time and effort, weekends and family time, to instead serve on a ministry team. Bottom line, they need to be appreciated. And please throw the whole “don’t steal their reward in heaven” business out the window. Nowhere in the Bible does it say that someone’s reward in heaven will be forfeited if they are honored or appreciated. And the reality is, if volunteers don’t feel appreciated, the’ll often times leave and go somewhere else where they will be appreciated. Strive for team health and honor your volunteers!
