... Lost the joy you once felt from your work Few things are more difficult than coming to the office each day, going through the motions, but no longer experiencing any real enthusiasm or sense of accomplishment ... You may not even be sure why you

... Who is the most crucial church employee ... That's a silly question ... The pastor is the most crucial church employee Without the pastor, the church can lack leadership in accomplishing the kingdom-focused mission God has planned for your church

... Don't you just love giving gifts I thoroughly enjoy the Christmas season and the joy of giving I shop all year for friends and relatives and can hardly wait to see their faces when they open their gifts ... I also enjoy other opportunities for gi

... "Our call is to support Church Staff Leaders throughout the discovery and fulfillment of their God-given mission..." This is the mission statement of the Church Staff Leadership Group of the Tennessee Baptist Convention ... We see our role as helpi

... A Baptist association is a group of churches voluntarily joined together for the purpose of missions ... "Family" is my favorite descriptive term for this grouping ... Some members are more intimately involved in the life of the family than other

... Do you ever wonder what people think when they walk into your office ... Do they see a desk cluttered with books and papers or a well-organized space with only the necessary items visible ... Are there chairs for guests to sit on with reading mat

... The analogy hit home with several secretaries enjoying a fall luncheon ... "During the holidays I feel like a I'm trapped in a blizzard of to-do lists," remarked a longtime church office professional ... Her tablemates nodded ... Each one knew we

... Even though you are probably familiar with the story of David and Goliath, I challenge you to read the passage again ... In 1 Samuel 17, David's father sent him to the battle camp to deliver supplies and secure information about his brothers ...

... Let's get practical ... What are the standards of ethics for a ministry assistant What are the dangers What privileges or licenses are possible to help me get my work done ... First, a biblical base is essential ... "Let everyone see that you are