“The purposes, meanings, and motivations inside a person’s heart are deep, complex, and often hidden, but a person of understanding has the ability to draw them out” (my paraphrase, Proverbs 20:5)  To know a person and understand their motives—what drives them—is a great talent often found in dynamic and successful leaders.  It’s like they can see in … More Developmental leadership

I was going through my desk the other day and found an encouragement card I had received from a pastor and leader from several years ago.  It is an interesting compliment.  Here it is: “I always appreciated how well you disagree with people, including me.  It’s a rare skill today to be respectful, open, and yet honest and … More Compassionate Disagreement