Author Archives for Brian Dodridge

The Irrational Decision In (my) Ministry Leadership

September 10, 2018 3:00 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

For those of us who have committed our lives to serve Christ, we are susceptible to the irrational decision. But, in a good way, right? We know Christ’s calling and direction for us (or our churches) may not line up with what culture says is rational. And those decisions even among other Christians may be considered atypical. What may completely... View Article


The Mistakes of Coaxing Volunteers (and Fixes)

August 28, 2018 5:45 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

When’s the last time you volunteered your (unpaid) time to something or someone? Did you do it reluctantly? Or excitedly? I speculate if you volunteered your time with any level of excitement it was because the person asking compelled you to serve. They presented it as a calling and did it in a compelling way. Recruiting church volunteers is difficult... View Article


Shadow Working: Who’s Getting the Credit?

August 14, 2018 9:41 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Some of our successes will be in the shadows of others. And figuring out how to respond well to “shadow working” is key to effective leadership. Just this past Sunday, a professional golfer named Brooks Koepka won one of the four biggest golf tournaments of the year, the PGA Championship.  It’s his second Major win this year and it earned... View Article