11 Questions to Ask to Grow More Intentional
I spent last month quietly at home with the intention of getting much needed perspective on the next season of my life. I was aware of the danger of drift on one hand, and of indiscriminately maintaining the status quo on the other hand.
In the process, the key word that surfaced for me was the word INTENTIONAL. Being intentional was a reminder for me to stay focused, to know what on earth I am here for, to live proactively, and not be caught up reacting to the many needs that surround me, and to live purposely the one life that has been entrusted to me, with courage and humility. Continue reading Accelerating Kingdom Leaders
It’s been an historic year for one of the countries we work in this year. Their country has been transformed in dramatic ways and A2 had the privilege of taking a small part in this sea changing season. The country was a former religious kingdom overthrown by a local insurgency which struggled to run the country. The religious groups dominating the nation were constantly fighting back, demonstrating in the capital city, causing all sorts of mayhem.
Continue readingIdentifying Leaders: The A3 Approach
At A3, we have been affirmed for our ability to identify leaders who are right for our program. We’ve had numerous requests to share what we believe we have learned. So with humility, let me offer a few thoughts on our approach...
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A3 recently reviewed our values. What a fascinating journey and valuable learning experience it was! We spent hours in dialog throughout the movement at every level: volunteers, staff, alumni, faculty, board and reference council. It was nothing short of amazing to see things come together.
Continue readingCEOs in Seoul hone in on Christ-likeness, Marriage and Worship
Continuing to prototype its A3.business ministry to marketplace leaders in Seoul, South Korea. Just recently 9 CEOs and entrepreneurs gathered for the second ever A3.business session.
Continue readingA3’s marketplace training fills a strategic niche
"There's a desperate need today for business leaders to become Christ-like transformational leaders. That's where A3's marketplace training fills a strategic niche. A3.business is building on a proven track record in empowering leaders for over 40 years. Now they are investing in business leaders who want to transform their communities and nations."
Facilitating genuine respect-filled partnerships across cultures
"A2 is one of the most effective ministry organizations in facilitating genuine respect-filled partnerships across cultures to further our Father’s global mission. I have witnessed how A2 has drawn together the experience and formal training of Jesus-followers in one culture with the spiritual vitality and ministry innovation of those in another culture in which the church is experiencing rapid growth to do remarkable things to His glory.
I believe God has raised up A2 to play a rather unique role in God’s promise to establish a people made up of every people group, language and nation to “with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ" (cf., Rev. 7:9; Rom 15:6).
I recommend A2 as a gospel-centered, biblically directed, cost-effective global ministry partner."
Continue reading Seven Ways to Creatively Bridge the Generation Gap
The generation gap can be huge and sometimes disorienting in the workplace. With this challenge, my strategies are always derived from our understanding of leadership in the multi-generational situation. In other words, what would good leaders do to bridge this gap? Continue reading Three essential principles for leading in a multi-generational setting
The art of leadership when working with multiple generations
“Leadership” to me is more than just one person, an individual leader—but beyond himself or herself to include the interactive influence between people for a particular goal. As you may know, Asians are quite hierarchical. And, in the context of Japan, there is a saying:"Deru kugi wa utareru." or... “The nail that sticks up gets hammered down.”So in this particular society, we don't appreciate unique young people who especially stick out, and so these people tend to get pounded down. So that’s the context or milieu of our work. However, this is not the way leaders need to treat people. There are three things to remember when leading in a multi-generational setting. Continue reading
What do pastors have to do with business leaders?
At an A2 session in a restricted country recently, I was astounded by the level of impact that investing in twelve key pastors has on a nation. After more than twelve years of investing in twelve choice leaders every two years, the leveraged influence was stunning to see. This was especially true knowing that, due to government pressure, we have needed to slow things down there the last few years.
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