Search Results for: trust

Trust the Slow Work of God

 I’ve always been drawn to people who move fast—leaders who see opportunity, act decisively, and make things happen. But over time, I’ve learned that hurry and holiness rarely coexist. Surrender isn’t a one-time act; it’s a daily practice of... Read More

How Trust Leads to Referrals & Powerful Business Partnerships

Last week, we talked about how trust is the foundation of a high-performing culture. But here’s something even more powerful—trust fuels your best marketing strategy: referrals AND strategic partnerships. When people trust you, they don’t just send you customers—they... Read More

Building a Culture of Trust and High Performance

Last week, we explored how aligning your business with a clear purpose adds value that transcends just the bottom line. This week, let’s shift our focus inward—to the culture of your team. A high-performing team doesn’t happen by accident.... Read More

The Anatomy of Trust

Spend anytime reflecting upon characteristics of healthy cultures and healthy relationships, inevitably the characteristic of “trust” comes to mind.  Most leaders understand that “trust” is absolutely critical for relationships to work.  In fact, taking it a step forward, here is a... Read More

…hope…trust…wait…

This past week, I was led to Isaiah 40:31 ESV which states: “but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall... Read More

“hidden cost with a lack of trust”

I have a confession!  In the process of our recent move, I gave up my office furniture and am in a temporary location.  Generally speaking, I’m a virtual guy or onsite at my clients; so, it’s not a big... Read More

Calling Is Formed in Surrender, Not Certainty

This past weekend, Pastor Aaron Brockett at Traders Point Christian Church taught from Mark 1, inviting us to sit with one of the most unsettling moments in the Gospels:Jesus calling ordinary fishermen to drop their nets and follow Him—immediately,... Read More

Listening for What God Is Doing Beneath the Conversation

A reflection from a recent conversation with Jim Dean, Halftime Some conversations linger. Not because they were planned or polished, but because something surfaced beneath the words that’s worth paying attention to. Recently, I spent time in conversation with Jim... Read More

Field Notes: A Living Sacrifice

This weekend, Lisa and I attended a service at Traders Point Christian Church. The message was titled A Living Sacrifice, centered on Romans 12:1–2. It’s a passage I’ve read countless times, but this time it didn’t feel familiar—it felt... Read More

When God Says Wait

 I used to believe that waiting meant nothing was happening. But waiting, I’ve learned, is often God’s most productive work. During one of my monthly spiritual retreats, I remember walking the park, frustrated that nothing seemed to be coming... Read More