A kingdom steward is a believer who faithfully oversees the protection and expansion of the assets God has entrusted to him or her to manage. Everything we have—our time, our abilities, our resources, our money and even our relationships—should fall underneath God’s overarching rule.

Many times and in many different areas of our lives we catch ourselves asking the question "this way or the right (God's) way?" When we speak like this, even  mentally, considering which way to do a thing...we put ourselves in competition with God and His ways. The thing is, plans flow better when we operate in companionship with God, not in competition with Him. Shifting from competition to companionship allows us to move in close to to God and opens a whole new of moving forward. Insecurities are made secure, doubts are filled with confidence, and weaknesses are strengthened all in Him. As we are made whole and strong we are ready to execute the will and purpose of God with patience and proper instruction. 

Mary Magdalene had a difficult life...several demons had been cast our of her by Jesus. The idea that she was a prostitute cannot be proven in scripture. Sexism seems to always look for ways to minimize a woman's influence by calling her names. The plan of the enemy is to restrict your influence and his primary tactic is redefining you!

The church must come to terms and deal with our patriarchal, misogynist, sexist oppressive systems and structures that has silenced, marginalized, and subjected women. We have sinfully silenced and suppressed half of the image of God. 

The maligning way men have historically, twisted, perverted, misinterpreted and weaponized the scriptures against women is sinful. The spirit of God is ready to unleash HER in YOU!

What if we were willing to let go of titles and embrace something different, authentic servanthood? When we are secure in ourselves and our relationship with Christ, humility allows us to wash the feet of not only the people we love and care about, but even people who've immensely wronged us. Service to our friends, family and community bring blessings, favor and transformation to their lives... and ours!

When we truly understand and identify Jesus as a servant (which he claimed to be himself: I came to serve not to be served), we can then begin to delve into what that means for us who follow him and what that looks like. Just as we personally experience trouble at every turn, the perplexities of the world we live in, and feeling as though we are being chased down, hunted even, by the calamities we experience; it is wisdom that opens our eyes aiding in our ability to see others experiencing these same pains. Furthermore, it is grace that allows us to extend our hands to help. Are we willing face and deal with our own troubles, so we can get in the "mud" of other people's pain and suffering, in order to lead like Jesus?!

If one were to take a simple purview of our society, our nation or our communities, it is clear there exist a desperate need of a new kind of leadership ethos. The leadership needed for the proper response to the Jackson, Mississippi water. The crisis of living within a hyper-capitalist nation that seeks to justify ultra-rich billionaires and corporate interest above meeting the basic needs of food, clothing, shelter and safety. Cultural titles like "Influencer", "Brand Ambassador" and "Life Coach" are plentiful, yet mental health, depression, suicide and violence is at an all time high. And the Church of Jesus Christ sits at the intersection of each of these realities. Unfortunately, the Church has been plagued by the same short coming and leadership disasters. The church's proverbial light has been somewhat dimmed of influence and correct moral standing due to scandal, abuse of power, sexual abuse, misappropriation of money and priorities that seem to be something other than building the Kingdom of God. A redefinition of leadership is in order. When you embrace the role of a servant, live under submission to authority, and manage your inner-life, you maximize your influence through willing service; and are then equipped to react and respond in a visionary manner, to the needs of the people God has called you to impact. As we take on the attitude of Jesus, we become RE:DEFINED SERVANTS to a lost, hurting and broken world. Let's discuss how we can RE:DEFINE SERVANTHOOD.

The attitude of Jesus is diametrically opposed to the arrogant attitude of this world! While we strive to have the same attitude that Christ had, we should desire to follow his lead. The attitude of Jesus is kind: walking in love, agreement and unified vision. The attitude of Jesus is confident: not selfish and no need to impress others. Lastly, the attitude of Jesus is humble: willing to put others first, to suffer loss, and to serve at the highest level. These are the things we should strive for in our daily walk as Christians. 

In my opinion, COVID has damaged the soul more than the body. We have literally lost millions around the world to this disease. But we have lost billions emotionally. I see three emotional calamities taking place in the world and in the church. 1. People are blaming others for their situation, 2. People are building tribes based on anger and offense, and 3. People are turning on family and friends who love them. Ultimately, what this does is abort the purpose of God for your life. Jesus' ability to live life without offense is what kept him on target. 

The truth of the matter is we are all in one of there places: just getting out of a storm, in the middle of a storm, or in front of the next storm. The best thing we can do in these places is three things - 1. learn from and celebrate your coming out the storm you were in, 2. be intentional concerning your actions and who you interact with in the storm you are in, and 3. pray for strength, endurance and peace for the storm that is coming. God has either allowed or orchestrated the storm surrounding you, so take comfort that God knows exactly where you are and will not abandon you, especially when he knows you need him the most! He will be the source of all the answers you need.