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Why it’s time to shut down the Leadership Factory

I was one of the lucky ones. I survived. I made it through. But many didn’t. Some lost their faith entirely. Some kept loving Jesus but suffered such hurt in the church that they’re still not back. Others burnt out, lost marriages and plenty more. It is my conviction that the Leadership Factory model will inevitably always damage people.

Understanding power dynamics as a leader

It took me a long time to even realise that being a leader actually brings with it a level of power. And that power needs to be wielded correctly. I just assumed that nothing had changed. But in fact a lot of things had changed. I had authority (real or assumed) and people began to treat me differently as a result.

How to form unbreakable habits

Solidifying habits is not just a nice goal for those interested in self-help, it’s a crucial part to the life of the Christian. If you’re unable to properly form new habits then you’ll be trapped in the old habits of the flesh (the shadow side of who you are).

The tradition of tithing

Tithing to a local church is not a mandatory commandment for New Testament believers but a rich tradition that points to a deeper life-giving principle. A change of emphasis from tithing to giving will make local churches healthier in culture and in finance.