From Life of the Beloved by Henri Nouwen (1932-1996): “Aren't you, like me, hoping that some person, thing, or event will come along to give you that final feeling of inner well-being you desire? Don't you often hope: 'May this book, idea, course, trip, job, country or relationship fulfill my deepest desire.' But as long as you … Continue reading Henri Nouwen on Finding Our Identity in Christ
A Spacious Place
"He brought me into a spacious place ..." Psalm 18:19a NIV "I am beginning to understand that life is not so much a search for answers, as it is a search for clearings. Clearings are the required stopping places in our lives when our lives get to be too much. A clearing is a place … Continue reading A Spacious Place
Leadership Quotes (Pt.4)
And finally ... 31. "Probably my best quality as a coach is that I ask a lot of challenging questions and I let the person come up with the answer." Phil Dixon 32. "The quality of the leader is reflected in the standards they set for themselves." Ray Kroc 33. "No one will make a … Continue reading Leadership Quotes (Pt.4)
Leadership Quotes (Pt.3)
Some more leadership quotes: 21. "Nearly all men can stand adversity but if you want to test a man's character, give him power." Abraham Lincoln 22. "Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." Ralph Waldo Emerson 23. "The quality of a person's life … Continue reading Leadership Quotes (Pt.3)
Leadership Quotes (Pt.2)
More leadership quotes for reflection: 11. 'In organisations, real power and energy is generated through relationships. The patterns of relationships and the capacities to form them are more important than tasks, functions, roles and positions." Margaret Wheatley 12. "I used to think that running an organisation was equivalent to conducting a symphony orchestra. But I … Continue reading Leadership Quotes (Pt.2)
Leadership Quotes (Pt.1)
Here are some inspirational and insightful quotes about 'leadership': 1. "Leadership is the art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he wants to do it." Dwight D. Eisenhower 2. "Managers are people who do things right, while leaders are people who do the right thing." Warren Bennis 3. "The ultimate … Continue reading Leadership Quotes (Pt.1)
Anyone for “second fiddle?”
Leonard Bernstein (1918-1990) became a world famous orchestra conductor. He was described by the New York Times as "one of the most prodigiously talented and successful musicians in American history." His fame derived from his long tenure as the music director of the New York Philharmonic, from his conducting of concerts with most of the world's leading orchestras, and … Continue reading Anyone for “second fiddle?”
Inspiring Story of a Rich Man and His Son …
Years ago, there was a very wealthy man who, with his devoted young son, shared a passion for art collecting. Together they travelled around the world, adding only the finest art treasures to their collection. Priceless works by Picasso, Van Gogh, Monet and many others adorned the walls of the family estate. The widowed elder … Continue reading Inspiring Story of a Rich Man and His Son …
Top 5 Regrets of the Dying
A nurse has recorded the most common regrets of the dying, and among the top ones is 'I wish I hadn't worked so hard'. What would your biggest regret be if this was your last day of life? There was no mention of more sex or bungee jumps. A palliative nurse who has counselled the … Continue reading Top 5 Regrets of the Dying
The Road Ahead
Ever wondered what the road ahead might look like for you? Thomas Merton captures the uncertainties of life as well as the power of simple trust in God in the following prayer called The Road Ahead. May it be an encouragement to you this week. "My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going, … Continue reading The Road Ahead
Quotes worth Quoting
Words have great power. With them God created the world. However, we live in a wordy world, where words can lose their impact and importance. Sometimes we're saying so much ... but really saying so little. I love quotes - words from people who have engaged their brain and heart before opening their mouth. Wisdom … Continue reading Quotes worth Quoting
The Apologist’s Evening Prayer (C.S. Lewis)
From all my lame defeats and oh! much more From all the victories that I seemed to score; From cleverness shot forth on Thy behalfAt which, while angels weep, the audience laugh;From all my proofs of Thy divinity,Thou, who wouldst give no sign, deliver me. Thoughts are but coins. Let me not trust, insteadof Thee, … Continue reading The Apologist’s Evening Prayer (C.S. Lewis)
The Power of Gratitude
This weekend we took time as a church community to thank God for His blessing and favour, especially over the last 8 years in which we have been working towards our Vision 2010 statement. We want to be like the Samaritan leper who took time to return to Jesus and express his gratitude for the … Continue reading The Power of Gratitude
Leadership Quotes
Here are some thought-provoking good leadership quotes: "Follow me as I follow Christ." [Apostle Paul] "Good leaders come up with answers but great leaders ask the right questions." [Jim Collins] "Leadership must be learned and can be learned." [Peter Drucker] "Only one man in a thousand is a leader of men - the other 999 follow … Continue reading Leadership Quotes
Customer Service
"If you cannot smile, do not open shop." [Old Chinese proverb]