All of us have a next. We each have something that we are dreaming towards and striving for in the near future. Our dream for tomorrow is often our fuel for today. (Click to tweet) Being clear on your next is essential when it comes to staying passionate, energized and focused in this moment. Perhaps … More What is Your Next?
Let me start off with a confession – I am “ASK” happy. I love to make ASKS of people. In my work at 12Stone there might be no greater joy than making ASKS of others. Now it’s probably a good time to pause and tell you what I mean by the ASK. The ASK is … More Just Ask
You were created to be a light to this world, a blessing to the world around you. (Click to tweet) Your presence is meant to be unmistakable and impactful as God uses you for the benefit of others. Jesus could not have been more clear when He spoke these words to the crowd: “You are … More Let There Be No One in My Sphere Who…
Leading a team might be one of the most exciting parts of ministry. There is nothing quite like gathering a group of people, helping them to come together and work in coordination to fulfill a vision. A group of people working together can accomplish more than we could ever imagine. “Never doubt that a small … More How to Lead a Volunteer Team
Leadership can be lonely. Remember the story of Moses in Exodus 32-34? He came down from Mount Sinai after experiencing God’s presence in a remarkable way… he had to be riding a leadership high! With whom did Moses celebrate that experience? Which friends did he call so he could decompress all that had just happened? … More Leadership is a Lonely Business
I’ve always been intrigued by the rise and fall of King Saul of Israel. This is not a man who won a popular vote among the 12 tribes – this is a person hand-picked by God to be the first King of the nation of Israel. How does a man go from being selected and … More What Can Take You Out Today?
One of my joys in life is getting to give career energy to build the local Church. As much as I love what I get to do – it pales in comparison to the great joy I have being a part of an awesome family. So it should be no surprise that when I get … More We Had One Kid…
This past weekend was a marking one for our church. Near the end of our service we created space for people to come forward and receive prayer. Floods of people began moving forward…seeking prayer to break the chains of sin in their life…desiring prayers that God would send them and use them to build His … More The Effective Prayers of a Leader
I love a good story. One of my favorite things to do at 12Stone is sit down and listen to stories. I’m an extrovert so I love the chance to meet someone new and make a new friend. More importantly with every story you learn a little of what has been happening behind the scenes. … More The Magic Behind the Scenes
How do you bridge the gap of disconnection? Recently my mind and heart have been caught up with this question – specifically when it comes to the Sunday experience at our church. You see I believe the local Church is the single greatest thing happening on the planet. I also believe that every single person … More The Rule of 3
Cory Lebovitz 