STEWARDING GREATNESS

STEWARDING GREATNESS

Some journalists met my spiritual father years ago and asked; “You are doing great work here, but we don’t know you. Please allow us to blow you.” He smiled and responded; “As tiny as I am, if you blow me, nothing would remain.” He told...
PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING

PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING

Years ago, I heard a young man say something that got me thinking; “You don’t have to pray about everything. There are things you already have money and brain for. Why pray about such?” While I understand his intent, I saw a subtle temptation to...
LOVE WHAT YOU DO

LOVE WHAT YOU DO

One of the counsels my spiritual father gave us as full-time ministers is to carry out our ministry in such a way that we would no longer be attracted by what we left to go full-time. This counsel is also applicable to everyone. If you do your work or ministry like...
READ MORE, TALK LESS

READ MORE, TALK LESS

A young preacher asked an older minister what he would do differently if he were to start ministry all over again. His response was enlightening; “I’d read more and preach less. This way, my depth is increased, and my impact would be stronger.” This...
MARRIAGE IS NOT BONDAGE

MARRIAGE IS NOT BONDAGE

Years ago, a mentee of mine was in a relationship with an amazing Christian lady, but his need to control her every step sabotaged it. I pulled the guy aside and laid out healthier ways to love and respect boundaries. He wouldn’t listen. Eventually, the lady...