Dynamic Influence

Where have you been? Take others.
What have you learned? Teach others.
What have you experienced? Share with others.
What do you have? Give to others.

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Raise Your Life Landing You believe, but you don't know why. You celebrate Easter, but you wonder about what you don't know.

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How to Share the Gospel Our hesitancy in sharing the Gospel could be the difference between someone experiencing eternal joy or being crushed by glory for eternity.

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You want so much more, but you have doubts, fears, anxieties about your spiritual leadership and servanthood in developing dynamic disciples of Jesus.
You are not even sure you are a dynamic disciple living in the world in the same way you think Jesus would.
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Here is the summary...
**Summary of "A Ministry Leadership Primer" by Phil Underwood (Session 1: Everything Begins with Mindset)**

The foundation of ministry leadership begins with mindset—an intentional shift toward fully embracing the calling to develop disciples of Jesus. The session emphasizes the need for a transformational shift from maintenance to mission, moving beyond attraction-based church practices to a model rooted in discipleship.

# # # **Key Themes & Takeaways:**
1. **Sacred Calling & Apostolic Mission**
- Ministry involves cultivating individuals who embody the presence, personality, and power of Jesus.
- Aligning with Ephesians 4:13, leaders must guide others toward spiritual maturity and unity in faith.

2. **The Power of Mindset**
- A **growth mindset**, exemplified by Jesus, is essential—it pushes through obstacles rather than avoiding them.
- Leaders must develop resilience, setting their face "like flint" (Isaiah 50, Luke 9:51-53) to overcome resistance and pursue God’s vision.

3. **Mission Over Maintenance**
- Church leadership must shift from passive maintenance to an active, mission-driven focus.
- Honest self-assessment is encouraged: Are you pursuing growth and discipleship, or merely managing systems?

4. **Commitment to Excellence in Leadership**
- **Diligence**: Work with excellence as if serving God (Ecclesiastes 9:10, Colossians 3:23).
- **Integrity**: Align character and actions with biblical principles (1 Timothy 4:12).
- **Faithfulness**: Steward gifts and responsibilities wisely (1 Corinthians 4:2).
- **Growth**: Prioritize continuous learning and spiritual development (2 Timothy 1:6).

5. **Personal Reflection & Action Steps**
- Define your vision for disciple-making and evaluate your ministry rhythm.
- Identify obstacles that challenge your mission and determine strategies to overcome them.
- Develop a checklist for personal growth and communicate your leadership values clearly.

The session concludes with a call to **lead without a title**, focusing on real transformation rather than positional authority. Future sessions will explore personal learning and growth planning.

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