Combating Spiritual Deception

Gary DeLashmutt

2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Paul's weapon against false teachers was God's Word communicated with God's power. Church leaders are responsible to protect members from spiritual deception by providing spiritual nourishment, examples of Christ-like love, direction and protection from falsehood. Church members are responsible to grow in spiritual discernment by practicing discernment of external messages and internal though-habits.

Learning to Wonder

Brian Adams

2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Becoming great is to be a servant of all. One practical way of doing this is by devoting our mental energy to thinking about others - "consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds." In this session, based on Hebrews 10:24-25, we will brainstorm how to wonder about the people God has placed in our lives.

Leadership Lessons from King Saul

Scott Risley

1 Samuel 9-15

In the Bible's account of King Saul, we see a negative example of a leader, as he exhibits qualities that undermine his ability to lead and to serve as God's representative. As God tries to work with him and develop him, God shows that he is trying to teach him 3 important concepts: ?I love you;? ?these people are mine;? and ?listen to me, and I will supply all your needs.? If we cling to these truths as we try to lead for God, we will enjoy God's leadership and shepherding, much as we see in the positive example of King David.\r\n

Bash: Portrait of an Ordinary Leader

Josh Benadum

1 Samuel 9-15

E.J.H. Nash, known as "Bash," was an obscure and ordinary man. He lacked charismatic leadership gifts. Yet he is quietly credited by some with the rise of 20th-century evangelicalism. This workshop explores his life and extracts lessons on the quiet but powerful nature of servant leadership. \r\n\r\n

His Presence

Pat Reeder

1 Samuel 9-15

A call to lead is a call to know God! This teaching examines the role of God's presence in Moses' leadership.

Humble Ambition: A Contradiction or God's Desire for Us?

1 Samuel 9-15

Paul argues that it is a noble ambition to aspire to the role of a spiritual leader. However, for many of us, the godly desire to influence others is polluted by our arrogance and self-promotion; for others, our insecurity and fears keep us from sharing in this aspiration. This session will explore how to develop godly ambitions.

Who is the Messiah?

Pat Reeder

1 Samuel 9-15

At a time when leadership and institutions seem unstable, we sense the need for a strong leader. The Royal Messiah is a key figure throughout the Bible. Yet, what it means that He is Messiah often remains opaque. This session will get underneath that concept and show its implications for both following Christ and leading others.

The Price of Leadership

Ryan Lowery

1 Samuel 9-15

What is a leader? In the Bible, it's usually a person who regularly says "yes" to God, inspiring others to follow in their shoes. The Bible makes it clear that saying "yes" to God may bring great suffering, but it will also bring opportunities to live a meaningful, purposeful, and constructive life. The first "yes" is accepting God's offer of forgiveness and eternal life. Given the suffering involved, why should we consider pursuing this kind of leadership? Because it is the best expression of love for God.

Start Something New

Jeremy Stephens

1 Samuel 9-15

The home church is a massive gift and the epicenter of incredible Jesus-centered activity. Yet, for some of us there is an itch to expand, experiment, and try new things. How do we innovate to proclaim and demonstrate the gospel in creative ways? This session offers insight into how to develop environments that start something new.