LEADERSHIP RESOURCES
Finders Keepers: The secret art of building your dream team
An illustration I commonly use to describe leadership development is that of a painter perched high on a ladder leaned against the side of a building. While the painter may be skilled, he is...
[Podcast] Episode 48: The Power of Influence: A Conversation with Scott Wilson
In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with global pastor, author, and speaker, Scott Wilson. Scott has a passion for equipping the next generation of leaders. In his newest book, ...
The Fear Factor
Robert Greene, in his book, The 48 Laws of Power, recounts an incident when a heckler interrupted Soviet premier Nikita Khrushchev in the middle of a speech in which Khrushchev was criticizing his...
The Language of Heaven: How to build a bilingual church
Hispanic Americans account for half the US population growth in the past two decades, and nowhere is that trend more pronounced than South Florida—arguably the heartland of Latino culture in...
[Podcast] Episode 47: Investing in Others: A Conversation with Brent Wilson
In this episode of the AVAIL Podcast, we’re sitting down with Brent Wilson! Brent has extensive experience in the education industry, currently serving as the Superintendent of the non-profit...
From a Mess to a Message: How to plant a church in a prison
The first night in Tarrant County jail, I was scared to death and overwhelmed with fear. I kept thinking about my kids, ages one and one half, four, and six that I had just emotionally kissed...
Soul Food: How spiritual food grows spiritual strength
Each word found in the Bible is the very heart and breath of God and is a valuable gift to you in your Christian walk. Even if you have been a believer for a long time, reading God’s Word...
[Podcast] Episode 46: Storytelling and Marketing: A Conversation with Matt Green
In this episode of the AVAIL Podcast, we’re sitting down with Matt Green! Together, we’ll discuss Matt’s extensive experiences in the marketing, communications, and editing...
Never Give Up-ish: Why finding your 'sweet spot' may mean giving up your 'dream spot'
At the Aspen Music Festival in 1971, a 17-year-old girl with dreams of becoming a professional pianist capable of playing the world’s greatest stages, realized she would never be good enough....
Mastering the In Between: How to create enduring solutions in unpredictable times
David Smith, author of Mission After Christendom, writes, “Every day the church must wake up and ask herself, ‘What kind of day is today?’ for no two days are alike in her...
