Today I trained a number of Community Group leaders at Fellowship Bible Church (www.fbconline.org). Listed below is the outline I used. The focal passage I used was Luke 5:27-32. The Value of Jesus 1. Priorities – Jesus loved people. 2. Protects – Who is the most important person on Sunday? Answer – The Visitor. 3. Propagation […]
Do You Suffer From Giver’s Remorse?
Brian Dodd on May 21, 2010 in Character, Generosity
Have you ever given a gift that was a stretch for you and afterwards thought “I’m feeling that one. I could have and maybe should have leveraged those resources somewhere else?” I’ve been there. I echo the words of King David when he said “I will not sacrifice to the Lord my God burnt offerings […]
What Parents Should Teach Their Oldest Child About Generosity
Brian Dodd on May 18, 2010 in Character, Family, Generosity
I am a 44 year old man who growing up was the oldest of five children. Through a series of events that requires its own post, I have become reunited with my youngest step-sister after twenty years. We were not estranged but due to the divorce of my dad and step-mom (her mom), we became […]
Getting Through Tough Times
Brian Dodd on May 15, 2010 in Generosity, Performance
There is a great article today on www.si.com discussing why Joe Girardi is a great fit for the New York Yankees. In essence, he can handle the pressure of the New York spotlight because he is unflappable, all business and has a calm demeanor. That got me to thinking… We all face high pressure situations […]
Adding Leaders: Insights from the 2010 Kansas City Chiefs Draft
Brian Dodd on May 10, 2010 in NFL Draft, Performance, Sports Leadership
On Monday, April 26th in Peter King’s great column Monday Morning QB (http://rss.cnn.com/rss/si_peter_king.rss) he noted that five of the seven Kansas City Chief 2010 draft picks were captains of the college teams. They were: Eric Berry of the Tennessee Volunteers who was also the best defensive player in the draft not named Suh. Dexter McCluster […]
Leadership Lessons from Iron Man 2
Brian Dodd on May 8, 2010 in Church Leadership, Movies
My wife and I saw Iron Man 2 today. First, it is so great to have a wife who will put up with popcorn movies! Second, you need to know that I am a typical MAN! I like sports, red meat, and lots of action. Therefore, when I go to a movie, I’m looking for […]
Everyone Has Tape On You and Other Leadership Lessons from Adalius Thomas
Brian Dodd on May 8, 2010 in Church Leadership, Performance
Recently I read on http://www.profootballtalk..com/ that the two-time Pro Bowl selection and current free agent Adalius Thomas was having difficulty locating a new team after being cut by the New England Patriots. The reason we are told for this is that every NFL (http://www.nfl.com/) team has tape on him from last year and are not […]
Leadership Lessons from Crawford Loritts
Brian Dodd on May 6, 2010 in Church Leadership
Dr. Crawford Loritts (http://www.fbconline.org/) has been my Pastor for the last four years. He is a great man! When I think of what makes him unique it is the fact that he has more moral authority than anyone I have ever met. Many of you know Crawford from Promise Keepers and Campus Crusade For Christ […]
Bad News Is Received Best…..
Brian Dodd on May 3, 2010 in Relationships
I received some great news from my doctor today. Two weeks ago I had surgery and was blessed to receive a good report. Since positive news was being shared, there was also some quality humor as well. He said many things but one was “I’m just the messenger!” This got me to thinking. When receiving […]
California Dreaming and The Dead Sea Scrolls
Brian Dodd on May 2, 2010 in Rearview Mirror
The following are a list of thoughts from a Georgia boy who just spent four days in Northern California. I visited the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit at Bayside Church (www.baysideonline.com). Along with seeing my wife in her wedding dress and the birth of my daughter, it is the most amazing thing I have ever seen. […]
The Greatest Enemy of Future Success is Past Success
Brian Dodd on May 1, 2010 in NFL Draft, Performance
In the 2009 NFL Draft, the following are the top 5 USC selections:Mark Sanchez – New York Jets, Round 1, No. 5 overallBrian Cushing -Houston Texans, Round 1, No. 15 overallClay Matthews – Green Bay Packers, Round 1, No. 26 overallRey Maualuga – Cincinnati Bengals, Round 2, No. 38 overallFili Moala – Indianapolis Colts, Round […]
Why You Choose Character Over Talent
Brian Dodd on April 27, 2010 in Character, NFL Draft
This past NFL draft will forever be known as the “Character Draft”. One of the on-going decisions leaders in sports and life make is do you take a person whose is a potential character-risk even though they have great talent? You want both but if you had to choose, would you choose talent and potential? […]