As expected, Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Baker Mayfield was named the winner of the 2017 Heisman Trophy signifying college football’s best player. Because of his on and off-field behavior, Mayfield is one of the more controversial winners of the award. Quarterbacks are over-valued in the NFL draft process and many general managers and coaches are desperate […]
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Next month a single mom will visit your church on a cold, wintry morning and give her life to Christ. There will be much to celebrate and many people to thank. In your staff meeting the following day you acknowledge the following: The warm environment. The great signage. Wonderful volunteers. A children or youth ministry […]
Free Ebook To Help Leaders Improve Their Workplace Culture
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Before getting to this week’s Top 10 list, I want to remind of you of a great upcoming ministry opportunity. CourageToLead is proud to announce our upcoming FREE LIVE WEBINAR in partnership with ARC called: “Growing My Ministry By Transforming My City.” In this webinar Dino Rizzo, Executive Director of ARC, and Director of Outreach […]
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