In order to reclaim the joy and passion of leadership, we must walk the valley of the shadow of death and name the cost of leadership.

A leader - whether in the home, church, business, community, or government - has authority due to her role, but her positional power will not bring about good for individuals or organizations unless it is backed up by the capital of character.

If you are a leader, it is not possible to be at peace with all and friends with everyone.

The desire for beauty, the hunger for union, the passion to be part of something greater than self, all arise out of our bent to worship.

To dream alone is fantasy if it doesn't move the heart to act.

If you lead, you will eventually serve with Judas or Peter.

You may obey a leader who has power and authority, but you will not strive to serve her or the cause of the organization unless you respect and care for her in addition to the ones with whom you serve.