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It's not easy to know exactly what we can or should share with others. Perhaps you've heard someone say (or said yourself), "What would someone think if they knew..." or "I don't care what anyone else thinks. I am who I am. Take me or leave me."
Doing life in the fish bowl of ministry can be tough. Our lives are on display, which means people feel as if they can comment on just about everything we do, say, and even think (because they think they know our thoughts better than we do). We can easily get overly sensitive or overly calloused. Neither is good for ministry or our faith.
Authenticity is essential to both ministry and faith. It's not about sharing everything with everyone but about being who God created you to be, fully embracing His will for you. How does that look in daily life? Today, I'm sharing an article, Authenticity Isn't Just About You, to challenge you toward authentic faith. Plus, at the end of the article is a tool you can use to assess your authenticity in several areas. I invite you to make copies and share it with your team!
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Authenticity Isn't Just About You
by Susan Lawrence
Have you ever given advice you have difficulty applying in your own life? Have you ever stretched the truth (a.k.a., lied) to make yourself look a little better or perhaps a little worse in order to avoid doing something? (Perhaps you've even deceived yourself.) ...keep reading
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For His Glory!
Jennifer Rothschild, Founder
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ICEBREAKER: Get To Know Each Other
by Susan Lawrence
To grow with others in ministry (and life), you need to intentionally get to know each other better. Everyone changes, so there's always something to learn. Use these ideas to invite people to share their lives and grow their relationships. ...keep reading
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 WM101: Book Club Basics by Robyne Beaubien
Book clubs are a great way for women in your ministry to get to know each other. It stimulates our minds while building community, and it's lots of fun! Book clubs also are a non-threatening environment for women to invite their friends. ...keep reading |
7 Characteristics of Effective Small Group Leaders
by Kathy Howard Often the success of your women's Bible study will depend heavily on the small group leader. While every leader has their own style, these 7 characteristics are typical to group success. ...keep reading |
