The concept of spheres of society is useful, but not fool-proof. Over-excitement about seven specific spheres of society can lead to talk of a "movement" that is more driven by hype than by God. One of the purposes of this book is to see people released fully into the work that God has for them to do. I am additionally concerned that people do not get limited to one domain or sphere, and that we do not elevate the "mountains" to a status not intended in Scripture.
The question is not whether we are called to disciple nations: the question is how we should do this, and I am genuinely concerned that, despite all the good intentions, there are dangers to the recent resurgence of "seven mountains" thinking.
LEMON Leadership will help you to identify which type of leader you are and show you how to apply your specific characteristics within your organization. Understanding these leadership types uncover keys to dealing with yourself and others in situations calling for different types of leaders.
Much has been written on leadership, but most writings focus on only two or three types of leaders. In LEMON Leadership, Brett Johnson expands our view of leadership to cover five distinct types.
Corporations from around the world have begun to taste the benefits of the Internet in many areas. Few, however, have infused their end-to-end operations with Internet technologies. This book goes beyond point solutions to define a cohesive framework for an Internet-enabled Operating Model, or I-Operations.
Based on proven thinking-tools and detailed research, I-Operations addresses the challenge of how to achieve sustainable impact in the Internet Economy. Leaders of academic institutions, businesses, charities and governments will be provoked to find their own I-Operations strategy as they read this book.
Capital is essential, but much of what we see in the many forms of capital today leads us to conclude that there is a definite and urgent need for Repurposing Capital.
If you are looking for a quick, flippant or formulaic answers to economic crises this book is not for you. If you are prone to polarization then you may take offense at the way in which I suggest arriving at Foundational Principles that are true across the board. If however, you are genuinely curious about how financing and faith inform each other, then read on.
Convergence is the season when seemingly separate life-threads are woven together for your ultimate purpose. At this juncture in your life, you have cause to say:
"Yes! This is me; this is what my life is for."
Convergence happens when individuals discover their unique blend of Career, Community, Creativity and Call. This discovery is often a result of deliberate decisions to submit, through steps of obedience, to what one understands of God and his ways.
We usually pass through seven seasons before coming to the point of Convergence. These seasons are crafted by God to shape us into a people prepared for his purposes. They include: Faith, Fearing and Hearing God, Discovering Your Gifts, Skills Building, Internal Integrity, (Re) choosing Your Spouse, The University of the Desert.
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