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Engaging Endowments

by Zach Clark

“Endowment” is a harsh word for many, but it need not be.  I suggest, instead, we think of it as an allowance.  When our boys were younger, they completed certain chores around the house as part of our family. In return, they received a small allowance. Knowing they would most likely complete their assigned tasks […]

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The Core 4

by Zach Clark

The Core 4

How can you know where you’re going when you don’t know where you are? The same holds true in reverse! Paying attention to the CORE FOUR will keep you on track!

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Reminders for Relating

by Zach Clark

Reminders for Relating

Little nudges make for big impacts in the minds of your donors. In the unknown, make sure current and past givers know where your ministry stands…and how to stand by you!

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5 Wrongs Don’t Make a Right

by Zach Clark

5 Wrongs Don't Make It Right

Do you learn more from success or failure? I am a firm believer in the power of using what went wrong to make something go right. Here are 5 mistakes to avoid.

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Covered NOT Cancelled

by Zach Clark

Covered NOT Cancelled

Ecclesiastes 7:21 states in part, “Do not take to heart all the things people say…” Ignoring what others say about something or someone you care about has always been easier said than done, but never more so than in these past few months. Divisions from cultural movements have swept the news cycle, filled our social […]

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Clear Skies Ahead | Flying Above Overwhelm

by Zach Clark

Clear Skies Ahead | Flying Above Overwhelm

I’ve always been mystified with flight. The fact that those who came before us were so bold as to see the birds of the sky and think, “Hey, we can do that!” is astounding in its own right. Add to it that two young, adventurous, North Carolina boys made that dream a reality blows my […]

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Idea of Stress

by Zach Clark

idea of stress

Anxiety takes many forms, but it all comes back to wanting MY will over THY will. Learning to differentiate between GOOD & BAD stress can make all the difference.

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Battle Ready

by Zach Clark

Battle Ready

Extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures. It’s vital for your ministry to evaluate what you want your impact to be as you move forward into the unknown

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