Do Not Fear Change
[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″] Has there ever been a time when you were driving down the road to get to a destination only to be stopped by the unexpected? Whether it be construction, an accident, or maybe something blocking the road it can have an effect on your day. You might have to wait […]
The Power of Song
[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″][text_output] It is commonly understood that music pervades every culture across the world. Music manifests in experience, expression, and diversity. It has the power to instill hope, shift a mindset, and calm the storm within. Music is also a means of expression and our song can carry us into a new stage in […]
Reading on the Regular
[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″][text_output] Real leadership is easily observable. Strong leaders have a way of inspiring the people around them in a sense that makes them want to follow. That’s leadership in its purest form, right? A leader has followers. If you are leading and no one else is following then you are simply […]
Evaluating Success
[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″][text_output] There are natural periods in which it is appropriate to evaluate your ministry’s success. For college ministry, one of those times is at the conclusion of the academic year. It is a time to look back and reflect on what the victories were in addition to what could have gone […]
Recognizing Burnout
[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″][text_output] This one is tough for me. As a mental health professional, I have training in self-care and recognizing some signs of burnout. That being said, it can still be challenging at times to admit that I need to take care of some of my own needs before I am able […]
Managing Momentum
[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″][text_output] Momentum is one of the most valuable forces in any organization. When you have individuals within who are connecting to your organizational vision and mission—then there is likely real movement happening. When you combine fervent prayer, the power of the Holy Spirit, and some good ole fashion momentum—even better! [Tweet […]
Spirit-Led Decision Making
[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″][text_output] There are many occasions in ministry when we withdraw from our bank of creativity and great ideas. Then there are other times when we really just need God-breathed inspiration. We want to see things happen not by our own strength, but by the power of our awesome God who activates […]
Mentoring As Discipleship
[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″][text_output] Hi there! My name is Ryan Raflowski and I will be a monthly contributor to the blog starting here on out. I am looking forward to sharing practical strategies and helpful tips to further the kingdom of God in your ministry. I am also looking forward to writing my thoughts […]