A single act of courage is often the tipping point for extraordinary change.

Vision is a mental picture of what could be, fueled by a passion that it should be.

Acknowledging weakness doesn't make a leader less effective. On the contrary, in most cases it is simply a way of expressing that he understands what everyone else has known for some time. When you acknowledge your weaknesses to the rest of your team, it is never new information.

Designing and implementing a strategy for change is a waste of time until you have discovered and embraced the current reality. If you don't know where you really are, it is impossible to get where you need to be.

..the best strategy for giving is a two-fold approach: a basic plan combined with a willingness to consider spontaneous giving when unique opportunities arise.

Here's something to think about: If God appeared to you and asked, "Why should I let you into heaven?" how would you answer?

Public loyalty results in private leverage.