by Josh Weidmann | Feb 4, 2014 | Articles, Leadership
Recently I was asked, “Who have been your primary theological teachers, or influences?” In other words (apart from the Bible), what authors, theologians (either living or dead), movements, denominations, or schools of thought have most influenced your...
by Josh Weidmann | Feb 4, 2014 | Articles, Christian Life, Leadership
Practical Steps for Anger and Conflict Resolution: Focus on what I can do to correct it Strive to understand the other person’s perspective Encourage open discussion, allow both parties to express their feelings First admit that I am part of the problem Recognize I...
by Josh Weidmann | Feb 4, 2014 | Articles, Church
I’ve been reading a book called, “Trust Agents” by Brogan and Smith. The premise of this book is that we can learn to use the power of the Internet and all its tools to influence people honestly and effectively. The authors call for authenticity in a world wide web of...
by Josh Weidmann | Feb 4, 2014 | Articles, Christian Life, Leadership
One day while Molly and I were riding in the car I asked her, “Next year, at the beginning of 2012, what do you want to look back and say you accomplished in 2011?” She begin her answer with a quick review of what she had wished she had done differently last year and...
by Josh Weidmann | Feb 4, 2014 | Articles, Leadership
I’ve been reading more than usual lately. This is most likely because my current sermon series is demanding a lot more of my time in the books. I’ve also read from a few other guys who talk about the importance of reading – such as C.J. Mahaney, Mark Driscoll and...
by Josh Weidmann | Feb 4, 2014 | Articles, Church, Preaching
A man once told me that I smelled like sheep. At first I really didn’t know what he meant; all that could come to my mind was visions of the many smelly shepherds that I saw in India out with their flocks on back country roads. I didn’t even have to get close to those...