Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Servants University | Training Servants for Christ ## Posts - [blog](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/blog/) - [The Serenity Prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-serenity-prayer/) - God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can, And wisdom to know the difference is a powerful prayer for hard times. - [Prayer of Saint Francis of Assisi](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-of-saint-francis-of-assisi/) - Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be - [Prayer and the Authority of Scripture](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-and-the-authority-of-scripture/) - Systematic theologian and author Wayne Grudem says, “The authority of Scripture means that all the words in Scripture are God’s words in such a way that to disbelieve or disobey any word of Scripture is to disbelieve or disobey God.” Understanding the authority of scripture is crucial to effective and fervent prayer. When the scriptures - [Faith Without Expectation is Dead - A. W. Tozer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/faith-without-expectation-is-dead/) - Expectation and faith, though alike, are not identical. True faith is never found alone; it is always accompanied by expectation. - [How to Spend Time with the Lord (PRAY)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-spend-time-with-the-lord/) - The PRAY acrostic is an excellent way to spend time with the Lord alone, in a small group, or a large group (such as an entire congregation). The PRAY acrostic helps us remember the four key elements of spending time with the Lord. PRAY stands for 1) Praise, 2) Repent, 3) Ask, and 4) Yield. - [Introducing the Main Idea of a Sermon with a Question](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/introducing-the-main-idea-of-a-sermon-with-a-question/) - In his book Preaching: How to Preach Biblically, John MacArthur discusses how he writes the main ideas of his sermons. He says, “I often state my main idea in the form of a question and then show how the passage answers it.”[i] He does this because he has discovered that if he raises a question - [Galatians, an Example of Determining a Bible Author’s Purpose](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/galatians-an-example-of-determining-a-bible-authors-purpose/) - To learn how to study the Bible, please check out Inductive Bible Study by Dr. Kenneth Acha In the book of Galatians, Paul doesn’t directly state the purpose. We have to discover his implied purpose by looking at what he said, the problem he addressed, and the outcome he intended to achieve. Creating an outline - [Speech Outline (also Sermon Outline)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/speech-outline/) - Step 1 – Preparation 7 Steps to Preparing a Great Speech or Presentation Step 2 – Introduction Attention getter (one of the openings): Thesis Statement: Credibility: Summative Overview: Benefits: [The main purpose of the intro is to open the talk, orient the audience, and preview what you will be talking about] To write an attention-getter/grabber, - [7 Steps to Preparing a Great Speech or Presentation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-steps-to-preparing-a-great-speech-or-presentation/) - When I first started doing public speaking many years ago, I was terrified. I did a terrible job at it. I remember being so frustrated with the whole process. I remember like yesterday, how my sweet wife would try to encourage me through the process. I wanted to quit but somehow persevered. In retrospect, the - [How to Test Your Understanding of Propositions in a Bible Passage](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-test-your-understanding-of-propositions-in-a-bible-passage/) - Adler provides two easy ways to test that you understand any proposition in your paragraph (not just the main idea): 1) Be able to state it in different words (your own words). The proposition is the thought the words represent, not necessarily the exact words themselves. That’s why different sentences can convey the same proposition. - [The Student, the Fish, and Agassiz](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-student-the-fish-and-agassiz/) - By the Student It was more than fifteen years ago that I entered the laboratory of Professor Agassiz and told him I had enrolled my name in the Scientific School as a student of natural history. He asked me a few questions about my object in coming, my antecedents generally, the mode in which I - [Preach Serious and Weighty Sermons by Mark Dever](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/preach-serious-and-weighty-sermons/) - The density of sermons By Dr. Mark Dever, Senior Pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington D.C. The following is a transcript of part of a lecture he gave. The full lecture can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tL5C8IT0DM (From 25-45 mins) We're told today that sermons should be easier to understand than in the past, - [The First Thing Every Believer Should Learn to Do](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-first-thing-every-believer-should-learn-to-do/) - What is the first thing a Christian should learn to do? Hint: It’s also the most important for every believer 1st Person: Know God. Know he loves us. 2nd Person: Know how to hear God. Third person: Know how to read the Bible. He needs to learn how to use his manual or guide for - [The Right Way to Lead Bible Study ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-right-way-to-lead-bible-study/) - Encouraging participation during Bible study in a Life Group is key. However, doing it right is also very important, and many people make mistakes. What is the right way to achieve the benefits and minimize the harm? That’s what we’ll discuss today. Purpose To help life group leaders encourage participation while avoiding misleading members through - [Intend to Obey: A Great Strategy for Effective Bible Reading](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/intend-to-obey-a-great-strategy-for-effective-bible-reading/) - Resolve to Obey, and you will Observe More. In Bible Study, your attitude determines your altitude. One of the best things you can do to help you better observe God’s word is to have a purpose and intention to obey what God is saying. That will help flip on the switches and illuminate your mind - [How to work for God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-work-for-god-2/) - How to Work For God gives some ideas on how to serve God - [How Jesus Served](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-jesus-served/) - How Jesus served discusses Jesus ministry model and how we can apply it to our own ministries today - [Obey God and Leave all the Results to Him](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/obey-god-and-leave-all-the-results-to-him/) - Dr. Charles Stanley usually says, “Obey God and leave all the consequences to him.” That is such a powerful biblical principle. Obey God. Trust Him. Pray hard. Work hard. And leave all the results and consequences up to him. We will be judged by obedience and not by comparing our results to others deemed more - [Prayer Quotes and Prayer helps](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayerquotes/) - This page has prayer quotes and other helpful tips on prayer. I will be adding to it frequently, so bookmark or save it and come back to it to see the great additions. "The greatest thing anyone can do for God or man is pray." S.D. Gordon "Prayer strikes the winning blow; service is simply - [The Habit of Self-Control](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-habit-of-self-control/) - Bible Verses on self-control "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. 24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep - [Pathway to Freedom in Christ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/pathway-to-freedom-in-christ/) - How to Find Freedom The scriptures tell us Jesus' mission statement in Isaiah 61. One Sabbath, in Nazareth, Jesus' hometown, he got up and read from Isaiah 61. “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom - [Foods to Avoid - Dr. Gundry's "No List"](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/foods-to-avoid/) - What a privilege to be mentored by one of the most accomplished physicians in the World. This month, I've gotten mentored and learned from the world-renown cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Gundry. He is an inventor, New York Times bestselling author, and a revolutionary thinker. His recent book is the Plant Paradox and he shows how lectins - [Pastoring Your People in Life Groups](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/pastoring-your-people-in-life-groups/) - How to Help People Get to Jesus The following is the summary and transcript of a video by Pastor Vincent Carpenter of Antioch, Waco. The video is found here: https://lifegroupleaders.com/pastoral-care/ Introductory story: “Throughout my teens and my years of college, I played football, but actually I started my athletic career much younger, playing baseball. Now, - [Life Group Leader Qualifications at Saddleback Church](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/life-group-leader-qualifications-at-saddleback-church/) - The following information from a Saddleback pastor describes their approach to selecting life group leaders. I don't agree with it completely, but there are some lessons to be learned about making criteria for life groups too restrictive. "What are your small group leader qualifications? Do you have some interview questions that you prefer? Let us - [Everything is Possible with God! God can do anything!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/everything-is-possible-with-god/) - Prayer is how God has ordained for us to ask and receive things from him. When we pray, we have to believe that Everything is possible with God. How do we have faith that God can do everything? It is not enough for God to promise something. Does he have the power and means to - [God Promises to answer our prayers !](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/god-promises-to-answer-our-prayers/) - The following are Bible verses in which God promises to answer our prayers. Because God has promised to answer our prayers, when we go to him to pray, we need to remember we don't need to persuade him or try to change his mind to go from not wanting to help us to help us. - [Definition and List of Spiritual Disciplines](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/list-of-spiritual-disciplines/) - Definition of spiritual disciplines Spiritual disciplines are gospel-centered personal and interpersonal activities (practices) that are prescribed in the Bible as means for collaborating with the Holy Spirit’s work of producing growth in godliness in the believer (1 Tim 4:7 NASB). Spiritual disciplines don’t guarantee or produce growth. The Holy Spirit produces growth and spiritual disciplines are - [Daily Devotion: How to Spend Time with God / Quiet Time](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/daily-devotion-how-to-spend-time-with-god/) - In this video, I share a simple and powerful way to do daily devotions or spend time with God, what is also called quiet time. The key elements of spending time with the Lord are 1) Worship, 2) Word, 3) Prayer, and 4) Yielding and Listening. Check out this link on How to Spend Time - [Prayer Techniques](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-techniques/) - Many times, we want to pray, but we don't know what to say. What content should we pray about? The following brief suggestions will help. 1) Pray the Word Read a few verses at a time, say 3-4 verses. Turn them into the present tense and pray it back to God. As appropriate, pray that - [Ripple Prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ripple-prayer/) - Ripple prayer is a form of prayer that combines both petitions and intercessory prayer. It begins with praying for oneself and then expands outward in concentric "ripples" to cover a broader range of people and concerns. To do ripple prayer, start by praying for your own needs and spiritual growth. Next, pray for those closest - [Spending Time with the Lord -- Antioch Waco](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spending-time-with-the-lord/) - The following is from Antioch Waco, a church we attended in the past. WORSHIP Thanksgiving: Enter God’s presence by thanking Him for specific things. Worship: Sing to the Lord a new song from your heart or create a playlist of worship songs that easily lead you into the presence of God. WORD Study the Bible: - [Satan's Weapons and Flaming Arrows / The Devil's Schemes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/satans-weapons-and-flaming-arrows/) - Deception Distraction Disbelief and Unbelief/doubt. Satan attacks our faith in God. Distrust (of God and others) Offense*- Taking offense/offendedness / Getting easily offended. Unforgiveness Fear Pride Adversity Conflict** with others Temptation Condemnation/Blaming/Accusing believers. According to thefreedictionary.com, Disbelief is a "refusal or reluctance to believe." Unbelief, on the other hand, is a "Lack of belief or faith, especially in religious - [Spiritual Warfare: The Battle for God's Glory, Jerry Rankin, Summary](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spiritual-warfare-the-battle-for-gods-glory-jerry-rankin-summary/) - As I read this book, I made notes on what seemed to be the point of each chapter. This was not supposed to be a very organized and thorough book summary. It's not a book review, either; it's just notes on what stands out to me as I go through it. Given that I'm very - [Spiritual Formation: How Spiritual Change Happens](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spiritual-formation-how-spiritual-change-happens/) - Spiritual formation is the process of putting on the character of Christ. It is the process of spiritual change into Christlikeness. A key question is, how does spiritual change happen? I) Spiritual Change Always Happens from the Inside-Out A human life may be broken down into an inner life and an outer life that work - [Neurotransmitters](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/neurotransmitters/) - Common Neurotransmitters Dopamine Norepinephrine & Epi Endorphins Serotonin Oxytocin Acetylcholine Catecholamines are epinephrine (adrenaline), norepinephrine (noradrenaline), and dopamine. END: Epi, NE, DA GOES GA: GABA, Oxytocin, Endorphins, Serotonin; Glycine, Acetylcholine. Neurotransmitters, Functions, and Related Diseases Neurotransmitter Function in the brain Diseases Related to these NT Acetylcholine (ACh) Involved in Thought, Learning, and Memory. Alzheimer's disease' muscle movement in the PNS; Myasthenia - [How to Choose a Good Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-choose-a-good-bible/) - Not all Bibles are the same. Each translation has its strengths and weaknesses. No Bible is good for every purpose. - [30 Minutes That Will Positively Influence Your Perspective of the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/30-minutes-that-will-positively-influence-your-perspective-of-the-bible/) - This is a 30 minute video lesson from one of the classes at Servants University about important Bible facts that will teach them some basic knowledge and impact how we view they Bible. - [Great Tools For Bible Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/great-bible-study-tools/) - Have you ever wondered what tools you need to have in your Bible study arsenal so that you can study God's word effectively? - [Be Careful with Impressions: When George Whitefield Made Was Wrong About God's Voice of God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/be-careful-with-impressions-when-george-whitefield-made-was-wrong-about-gods-voice-of-god/) - In his book Prayer, Timothy Keller tells how the great preacher, George Whitefield, equated his impressions to be God's voice and lived to regret it. In the footnotes, Keller showed that Jonathan Edwards had warned Whitefield against this habit of equating his impressions to God's voice, advice that Whitefield didn't appreciate. Before telling the story, - [How to Read the Bible Supernaturally (ABIDE)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-read-the-bible-supernaturally/) - In this video, I discuss five signs that you are reading the Bible supernaturally. Incorporating these signs into your Bible reading will enable you to read the Bible supernaturally. - [Pray like Jesus: How to Pray Powerful Prayers](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/pray-like-jesus-how-to-pray-powerful-prayers/) - [How frustrating human efficiency is one of God's primary means of sanctifying grace](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-frustrating-human-efficiency-is-one-of-gods-primary-means-of-sanctifying-grace/) - This John Piper video/podcast is worth sharing. Watch it and remember to consider why I often teach that when we are faced with a situation when our carefully and prayerfully considered plans are not working--things turning out the opposite of what we anticipated, the first question we should ask is: God, what are you teaching - [Quiet Time](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/quiet-time/) - How to do a quiet time or personal devotion - [The 8 Values of Transformational Teams](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-8-values-of-effective-teams/) - When I think of an effective team, I often think of a medical code team during a resuscitation. Because it is a life and death matter, the team is organized as effectively as possible. I think that teams within businesses and other organizations are dealing with matters of great importance every day. It will help - [How to Create a GROWTH Strategy for Spiritual Formation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-create-a-growth-strategy-for-spiritual-formation/) - What are the ingredients that facilitate and promote Christian spiritual formation (CSF) or growth into the character of Christ? Spiritual formation is the communal process during which the Holy Spirit forms the human spirit (character/will) so that it looks and acts like the Spirit (character/will) of Christ for the purpose of joining God on his - [The GROWTH Model of Individual and Corporate Spiritual Formation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-growth-model-of-individual-and-corporate-spiritual-formation/) - The following model was created as an assignment for the Facilitation of Spiritual Formation Course in the doctorate in Spiritual Formation Program at Liberty University Seminary. The student scored 200/200 on the paper. The full title was "Emerging Model of Individual and Corporate Spiritual Formation at the Kenneth Acha Foundation (KAF)." Introduction Spiritual formation is - [Paul’s Calling and Preparation for Ministry](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/pauls-calling-and-preparation-for-ministry/) - I love how the Lord Jesus and the Holy Spirit worked to call Paul the apostle to serve God. Paul was a well-trained Pharisee with an education equivalent to a Ph.D. today. In Acts chapter 9, the Bible records Paul's calling as follows. Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord’s disciples. He went - [The Difference Between Purpose and Calling](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-difference-between-purpose-and-calling/) - What is the difference between purpose and calling? Earlier, I defined calling as an invitation to a loving relationship with God that leads to participation in his work in a way that requires that all we are, have, and do be completely devoted to glorifying God. Calling has to do with “doing”: Living (acting) in a - [Seven Ways to Follow Your Dreams](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/follow-your-dreams/) - As you set out to serve God in ministry, I encourage you to be or do the following as you follow your dreams: 1. Always do what you believe is God’s will There is a story in the Bible of a young prophet who was deceived by an older prophet. As a result, the young - [Generosity: How Champions are Made](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/generosity-how-champions-are-made/) - "Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back." Jesus Christ This week, Simone Biles dazzled the world with her talent winning the individual all-around - [Bible Acrostics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-acrostics/) - Bible Acrostics and mnemonics - [What is Strategic Prayer?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-strategic-prayer/) - Strategic prayer can be defined as "prayer through which a person joins God as he works out his grand strategy to accomplish his will and purposes in the world.” True biblical strategic prayer is called strategic because it moves God to power his own strategy for his purposes in the world. John Wesley said, “God - [True Prayer, True Power by Charles Spurgeon](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/true-prayer-true-power/) - "Therefore I say unto you, what things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive and ye shall have them."—Mark 11:24 This verse has something to do with the faith of miracles; but I think it hath far more reference to the miracle of faith. We shall say at any rate, this morning, consider - [The Voice of the Saboteur - Negative Self-Talk](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-voice-of-the-saboteur-negative-self-talk/) - A saboteur is a person who commits sabotage. The voice of the saboteur refers to the internal dialogue or self-talk that undermines your efforts, confidence, and goals. It often manifests as negative, critical, and self-defeating thoughts that can hinder personal growth and success. It gives us excuses and justifications to stop doing what we know - [How to Know Your Calling - 3Ps](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-know-your-calling-3ps/) - Our calling is often found at the intersection of three indicators: Passion, Poverty, & Proficiency. Having any single one of them alone doesn’t mean that’s your calling. Having two of them also doesn’t mean that’s your calling. Having all three of them also doesn’t guarantee that is your calling. These are only indicators, not absolutes. Having said that, an overwhelming majority of - [Why I prefer Bibles Translated by a Committee of Experts, instead of one individual](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-prefer-bibles-translated-by-a-committee-of-experts-instead-of-one-individual/) - This video shows how God-fearing scholars meet together to deliberate on how to translate a single word, slave. This illustrates how a modern-day translation committee works. In this specific case, they are the ESV translators working on the latest edition of the English Standard Version of the Bible. Leading translators from around the world meeting - [Hunger vs. Thirst: Understanding and Distinguishing for Effective Weight Loss](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hunger-vs-thirst/) - In the quest for weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, one critical factor often overlooked is the ability to distinguish between hunger and thirst. This seemingly simple skill can have a profound impact on your eating habits, overall health, and success in achieving your weight loss goals. Why Distinguishing Hunger from Thirst is Important - [Dreaming within the Dream: How to inspire personal passion and initiative within a team](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/dreaming-within-the-dream-how-to-inspire-personal-passion-and-initiative-within-a-team/) - Dreaming within the dream encourages leaders within an organization to look at the larger mission and vision of the organization and come up with ideas and visions of their own for projects and ministries within the larger organization that they are passionate about and want to lead. - [Sharing Faith](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/sharing-faith/) - Evangelism and Sharing Faith - [God's Will: Good work is one of the greatest obstabcles to God's will.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/gods-will/) - Good work is one of the greatest obstacles to God's will, this article explains that truth - [The Prosperity Gospel](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-prosperity-gospel/) - Many years ago, I used to believe in the prosperity gospel. Then, when I read the Bible more, I became sympathetic to it. Now, I disdain it. Today, I think it's from Satan. Check out Pastor John Piper's discussion on the following link titled Why I Abominate the Prosperity Gospel https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/why-i-abominate-the-prosperity-gospel--2 - [Bible verses showing God's zeal for his own glory.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-verses-showing-gods-zeal-for-his-own-glory/) - The following verses were compiled by Pastor John Piper. Probably no text in the Bible reveals the passion of God for his own glory more clearly and bluntly as Isaiah 48:9-11 where God says, For my name’s sake I defer my anger, for the sake of my praise I restrain it for you, that I - [How George Muller Prayed](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-george-muller-prayed/) - How George Muller prayed - [How to ascertain the will of God - By George Muller](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ascertain-the-will-of-god/) - Do you want to know for sure what God's will is for your life or for a certain thing that you want to do? I recommend using the following steps developed by George Muller. Mr. Muller is one of the mightiest men of prayer and faith that the Church has ever known. In his life - [The Will of God - by R. C. Sproul](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-will-of-god/) - The Bible is deeply concerned about the will of God---His sovereign authority over His creation and everything in it. When we speak about God's will we do so in at least three different ways. The broader concept is known as God's decretive, sovereign, or hidden will. By this, theologians refer to the will of God - [Where to Hire a Virtual Assistant](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/where-to-hire-a-virtual-assistant/) - Are you overwhelmed with work and would like some help? Want to delegate some duties to others so that you can free some time to spend with loved ones? - [Orphan Care Movement Update by CAFO](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/orphan-care-movement-update-by-cafo/) - The following webinar by Jedd Medefind, the President of CAFO, will give you an investor update of what God is doing in the global church as it concerns orphans - [CAFO 2015 Summit](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/cafo-2015-summit/) - I recommend this conference to people in the area of orphan care who can afford to attend. I think meeting together and learning from other people in the field is a great way to open our minds. - [Where to Find Free Images](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/images/) - We all know that a picture speaks a thousand words. Whether you blog or do brochures, pictures can be really helpful in communicating your message. The only problem is that it's sometimes difficult to find good images that aren't copyrighted without paying a substantial amount for licensing. The good news is that there are a few sites that offer free images. Some of them require attribution (and a link to the license) while others don't. - [6 Tips to Help You Host an Awareness Event or Fundraiser](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/6-tips-to-help-you-host-an-awareness-event-or-fundraiser/) - In this fundraising post, I explain six easy tips that you can use for your fundraising event. - [Dear Christian Who is Called](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/dear-christian-who-is-called/) - If you have a passion to serve orphans, don't jump to starting an organization. Many close daily. Instead, serve orphans with a trusted organization - [God's Heart for the Orphan](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/gods-heart-for-the-orphan/) - This post was written by Stephanie Eitzen, a student studying Ministry to Orphans and Vulnerable Children at Servants University. Many times in life there are people who are unappreciated, abused, or abandoned. The poor, the widow, and the orphan often fall into this category. They are the forgotten...the unseen. But while the rest of the world may - [Developing Leaders Like Kenzie](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/developing-leaders-like-kenzie/) - Meet Kenzie, one of the students enrolled at Servants University. Kenzie and her family live in Honduras as full-time missionaries. Her heart is for orphans and vulnerable children and she has been studying with us since last August. - [Whose Dream am I Trying to Fulfill?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/whose-dream-am-i-trying-to-fulfill/) - Whose dream am I working to fulfill? Is it my dream or their dream. This question is important to answer. - [What to Drink on Fasting Days](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-to-drink-on-fasting-days/) - Here are several things that will help suppress appetite during a fast, allowing you to skip breakfast and lose weight. Water (pure water) Bone Broth (homemade. Store brands are highly processed). Green Tea. It's rich in antioxidants and polyphenols. Its powerful anti-oxidants may help stimulate metabolism and increase weight loss. Coffee. Coffee is also a good - [Theme vs. Thesis Statement vs. Topic Statement](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/theme-vs-thesis-statement/) - Related article: What is a thesis? A thesis statement is a statement that says what you are going to argue or prove, not what you're going to attempt to do. It's not your plan but your argument. Identifying a thesis "The first thing to remember is that a thesis is the point the author is trying - [What is a thesis?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-a-thesis/) - The following info comes from Shoreline Community College. "Your final research paper must have a thesis. It is not simply reporting facts. Rather, it is making a case, proving a point, using the facts you research to back up your case. The thesis is the point your paper is trying to prove. Here are some essential points to keep in mind about the - [What Key Christian Leaders Say About Recognizing the Voice of God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-key-christian-leaders-say-about-recognizing-the-voice-of-god/) - This page will bring together what several key Christian leaders say about recognizing the voice of God. It will look at: Rick Warren - 7 Ways to Test an Impression. Bill Hybels - 5 Filters for Testing Your Whispers. Charles Stanley - from his book, How to Listen to God. George Muller - See Ascertaining - [7 Ways to Test an Impression, by Rick Warren](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-ways-to-test-an-impression-by-rick-warren/) - Rick Warren taught a message series called “How to Recognize God’s Voice.” He discussed seven ways to test an impression to know with absolute certainty that you are hearing God’s voice. To watch Pastor Rick Warren's message, go to this link: https://saddleback.com/watch/the-best-messages/how-to-recognize-gods-voice How to use the message. Use the seven ways to test an impression - [One Reason Why You Should Fire A Staff Member](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/one-reason-why-you-should-fire-a-staff-member/) - This post talks about one reason why you should fire a staff member. - [Should You Start an Orphanage or Not? - Part 1](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/should-you-start-an-orphanage-or-not-part-1/) - There is a lot of wonderful debate going on now about the role of orphanages in orphan care. I recently wrote a post advertising a course that I am teaching at Servants University on how to "Start an Orphanage." - [Hosting a Fundraising Event - What Management Systems Are Needed?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hosting-a-fundraising-event-what-management-systems-are-needed/) - So you've got a plan for your fundraising event, you see the vision, you know what winning looks like, and you are gathering a team of rock stars to help you get there. Now what? How do you put all these pieces together? How do you actually implement your plan? This is where some management - [Hosting a Fundraising Event - What Capabilities Are Needed?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hosting-a-fundraising-event-what-capabilities-are-needed/) - If you're following along in our Hosting a Fundraising Event series, we're now entering into the last couple steps of strategy. Why is any of this important to you? Well, if you are attempting to start or run a non-profit, care for orphans, and advocate for those in need...fundraising is crucial to enabling your programs - [Hosting a Fundraising Event - How Will You Succeed?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hosting-a-fundraising-event-how-will-you-succeed/) - Now we're at the 3rd step in the strategy planning of the fundraising event you're hosting. So far we've covered: Determining the goal of your event Planning where you will "step up" or "play" Now, we're going to talk about how to succeed or "win" in the area you have chosen to set up Considering and - [Hosting a Fundraising Event - Where Will You Set Up?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hosting-a-fundraising-event-where-will-you-set-up/) - If you're following this blog series, we're at step 2 in how to host a fundraising event: Where will you set up? This question of strategy guides you to determine the details of your event - both what you will and what you won't do. It's so important to know your target audience, determine the - [DISC Profile](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/disc-profile/) - "For though I am free from all, I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win more of them. To the Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win Jews. To those under the law I became as one under the law (though not being myself under the law) that - [What is a premise?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-a-premise/) - The following is from: https://www.thoughtco.com/premise-argument-1691662 A premise is a proposition upon which an argument is based or from which a conclusion is drawn. Put another way, a premise includes the reasons and evidence behind a conclusion, says Study.com. A premise may be either the major or the minor proposition of a syllogism—an argument in which two premises are made and a logical conclusion is drawn from them—in a deductive argument. - [What is the task of Bible Study?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-task-of-bible-study/) - The task or goal of Bible study (the practice of hermeneutics) is twofold. First, to find out the meaning the inspired author intended to communicate to his first readers. That is the task of interpretation. Second, to find out what God says to us today through the passage. That is the task of application (evaluating and appropriating it). The task of Bible study can be summed up with two questions. What - [Leadership Covenant](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadershipcovenant/) - The leadership covenant describes in detail the commitment that core members of this Christian nonprofit are expected to have. - [Why I think it's Good to Teach People How to "Start an Orphanage"](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-think-its-good-to-teach-people-how-to-start-an-orphanage/) - There is a healthy debate going on now about whether people ought to be taught how to start orphanages or not. - [Why I am Passionate about Teaching Others How to Blog or Start their own websites](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-am-passionate-about-teaching-others-how-to-blog-or-start-their-own-websites/) - I have been doing websites and blogs since 2005 and they have transformed my life and allowed me to transform the lives of thousands. I started learning how to design websites and blogs in 2005. Why? - [What's the Difference Between a Website and a Blog?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/whats-the-difference-between-a-website-and-a-blog/) - Have you ever wanted to start establishing a presence online for your ministry, organization, cause, or simply for yourself but you were unsure whether a website or a blog is best for you? You're not alone. Many people are unsure what the key differences are and easily choose the wrong one. - [HABITS OF SLIM FIT LIVING: HOW I LOST 50 POUNDS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/habits-of-slim-fit-living/) - Habits of slim fit living that have helped many people lose weight and keep it off. I lost 50lbs myself! - [When to eat: When should I eat?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-to-eat/) - Eat only when you’re hungry, and stop when satisfied (not full) Three common questions that I get from people that I teach to lose weight are 1) When should I eat, and 2) How much should I eat?. 3) When should I stop eating? When should I eat? Listen to your body and eat only when you’re physically hungry. Don’t - [How much should I eat?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-much-should-i-eat/) - When should I stop eating? Listen to your body and eat until you are satisfied, then stop. Eat until you are 80% full. Not 100% full. Your stomach is the size of a loosely clenched fist. Don’t eat to prevent hunger. Hunger is not bad. You can always eat later when you truly feel hungry. Eat - [Top 7 Rules for Losing Weight and Keeping it off](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/top-7-rules-for-losing-weight-and-keeping-it-off/) - Discusses the top 7 Rules for Losing Weight and Keeping it off. - [How to Read the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-read-the-bible/) - How to read the Bible provides help on how to read the bible - [How to Start an Orphan Care Ministry at Your Church](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-start-an-orphan-care-ministry-at-your-church/) - So you have a passion for orphan care and you want to inspire and mobilize your church to join in the cause? - [Meditation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-meditate/) - How to meditate discusses how to meditate on your own. - [Orphan Sunday 2016](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/orphan-sunday-2016/) - Orphan Sunday is a day for Christians to stand for the plight of the orphan. Everyone is called to care for each other, to stand up for each other, and to help each other. - [How to Start a Nonprofit](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-start-a-nonprofit/) - A checklist on how to start a nonprofit - [Fruit is nature's candy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/fruit-is-natures-candy/) - "Fruit is nature's candy" The Simpsons Swedish blogger Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt recently reminded me of that Simpson quote when he said, "Fruit is candy." And he is right. Have you heard anyone encourage you or others, especially kids, to eat fruits generously but stay away from candy? Staying away from candy is great advice because - [How to find out the composition of the foods you eat.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-find-out-the-composition-of-the-foods-you-eat/) - Have you ever wondered how much sugar (carbohydrates), proteins, fat, and fiber, and other nutrients are in the food you eat? Well, the USDA makes it really easy for you to find out. On their website below, simply go and type out the type of food you want to look up and search. It will - [Chew, Chew, Chew: We are designed to eat slowly](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/chew-chew-chew-we-are-designed-to-eat-slowly/) - For much of human existence, we didn't have knives and forks and ways to cut up our food before we could eat it. What happened was that we took time to eat because we had to chop up our food with our teeth before actually chewing it. That took time. But today, we have all - [The Indispensable Qualities of an Effective Team Player](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-indispensable-qualities-of-an-effective-team-player/) - If you want to build a great team, you need great team players. Below, I discuss the indispensable qualities of an effective team player. As you interview candidates, you will do well to look for the following attributes. - [The Effective Hiring Strategy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/effective-hiring-strategy/) - Hiring and keeping the right people is crucial to your organization's success. Consider this: A study by Harris Interactive indicates that 74 percent of people working today would consider finding a new job. Many of these people stay on their jobs because they pay the bills. They are only working for the paycheck! For a small organization that cannot pay its staff well, it's really important to find the right people who will stay even if they are not paid competitively. - [Do I Need Training to Start an Orphanage?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/do-i-need-training-to-start-an-orphanage/) - The truth is that good intentions are not enough. A good heart doesn't equal to help for orphans. - [Requirements for Orphan Care Workers](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/requirements-for-orphan-care-workers/) - The first step to treating orphans like our own children is to get trained before you serve them. - [Let us expose your amazing orphan care work on our blog](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/let-us-expose-your-amazing-orphan-care-work-on-our-blog/) - One of the reasons why we created Servants University was to promote the great work that God is doing around the world in the area of orphan care. Every month, I would like to talk about a couple of organizations that God is using and how He is using them so that we can all - [Training, Sending, and Supporting Young People](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/start-here-if-you-are-new-to-this-site/) - We have the privilege of answering questions from many people who feel called into ministry, either to serve orphans, pastor a church, do missions, or serve in another capacity within a Christian ministry. Thousands of people come to our blogs each month. We believe they are sent by God to find answers. God is using - [When the Elephant Dances, the Mouse May Die](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-the-elephant-dances-the-mouse-may-die/) - Dr. Miriam Adeney recounted the following story that an African Christian friend told her. - [WISE PATH: 8 Filters for Making Wise Decisions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/8-filters-for-making-wise-decisions/) - 8 Filters for Making Wise Decisions. Learn eight evidence based keys to making wise decisions. - [10 Habits that will Shape Your Destiny](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-shape-your-destiny/) - You have to take charge of your destiny. Shaping-Destiny Lifestyle: The strategy that all successful people use. - [The Curse of Wisdom](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-curse-of-wisdom/) - There is a price to be paid for having wisdom. A lot of us want wisdom but down count the costs of having wisdom. - [Observing Matthew 6:25-34](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/observing-matthew-625-34/) - The following is adapted with permission from Inductive Bible Study: A Trusted Guide to Understanding and Applying the Word of God by Dr. Kenneth Acha CONTEXTUAL OBSERVATIONS HISTORICAL-CULTURAL CONTEXT The lost or fallen condition (FC) Jesus addresses in this paragraph is anxiety about tomorrow. At an even deeper level, the FC is the lack of - [Overcoming Adversity with Grace](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/overcoming-adversity-with-grace/) - Gives you tips on how to overcome adversity with grace. - [How to Prepare Yourself for Effective Orphan Care](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-prepare-yourself-for-effective-orphan-care/) - We are the first institution in the world to offer college-level training in orphan care. Come learn conveniently online from our group of experts instructors - [The Power of Positive Communication](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-power-of-positive-communication-2/) - We've all heard about the power of positive thinking. It can transform our lives and shape our futures. - [Never Start a Ministry Without a Minister](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/never-start-a-ministry-without-a-minister-2/) - "Everything rises and falls on leadership" John Maxwell. In the last 8 years of serving orphans, I have tried to start new projects (ministries) that I thought would improve the lives of the orphans we serve and miserably failed several times. Here are some of the times we have failed: - We tried to start - [How to use your willpower to set yourself up for success](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-use-your-willpower-to-set-yourself-up-for-success/) - Willpower is often overrated and misused. Yet, it is a powerful gift that can help us effect change and set ourselves up for success if used appropriately. The key is using it effectively. - [7 Traits of Great Leaders](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-traits-of-great-leaders-2/) - Why should you and I be interested in knowing the 7 personality traits of highly successful leaders? First, because regardless of what we do in life, we are leaders. Second, these traits can be learned. Because they can be learned, we can improve our leadership ability. Here are the 7 traits. Highly successful leaders are: - [The PREP Framework: An Easy Way to Give Excellent Impromptu Speeches](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-prep-framework-an-easy-way-to-give-excellent-impromptu-speeches/) - The PREP framework is an easy and effective way to give a short, impromptu speech. If you have ever been called up to speak at short notice, you know how stressful it can be. PREP is an acrostic that stands for Point, Reason, Example, and Point. Point (claim): The claim says what you think. State - [The 7 Fundamental Human Needs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-7-fundamental-human-needs/) - What motivates people to do what they do? The answer is simple--meeting human needs. Humans are motivated to do things by a desire to meet these needs. - [Powerful Ways to Build and Rebuild Trust](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/powerful-ways-to-build-and-rebuild-trust/) - We all know that trust is the currency for all effective relationships. But how do we build and rebuild trust? Many researchers and philosophers have written about trust and persuasion. Aristotle spoke of three modes of persuasion in rhetoric: ethos, pathos, and logos. Although not frequently mentioned, persuasion is about trust. It's about getting people to - [The Supremacy of Christ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-supremacy-of-christ/) - "15 He [Christ] is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. 17 And He - [Passion That Blinds](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/passion-that-blinds/) - We all know what it feels like to be passionate. 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Lost or - [Why Using a Method is Very Important for Success](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-using-a-method-is-very-important-for-success/) - Professionals and successful people worldwide follow specific, time-tested methods to execute important tasks. Why? Professionals and successful people often adhere to specific, time-tested methods for executing important tasks for several reasons: Efficiency: Time-tested methods are usually optimized for efficiency, allowing individuals to accomplish tasks more quickly and with less effort. By relying on these methods, - [The Principle of First Occurrence  ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-principle-of-first-occurrence/) - An important aspect of the contextual principle is what is often called the principle of the first occurrence. That rule or principle says that the first occurrence of words and expressions in the Bible is often helpful when interpreting later uses of the same word or expression.[i] For example, if we want to understand the - [Solution to the error "Sorry, this document can't be opened because it contains objects that Word doesn't support in a browser."](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/sorry-this-document-cant-be-opened-because-it-contains-objects-that-word-doesnt-support-in-a-browser/) - I got the following error message when I wanted to open and edit a Microsoft Word document online on OneDrive.com. "Sorry, this document can't be opened because it contains objects that Word doesn't support in a browser. To edit this document, please open it in the desktop version of Microsoft Word." I had just copied - [What is the difference between self-control and cognitive control?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-difference-between-self-control-and-cognitive-control/) - Self-control and cognitive control are related but distinct concepts in psychology. They both involve the management and regulation of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. However, they differ in terms of their focus and the processes they involve. Self-control: Refers to the ability to regulate one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to resist immediate impulses or - [The Most Common Idol of Good Christians](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-most-common-idol-of-good-christians/) - What is the most common idol of faithful Christians? How can you avoid it? In this video, I will discuss what I think is the most common idol of faithful Christians and suggest how you can avoid it. I will start by telling you a brief story of a situation that happened in my life, - [Modify Table of Contents (Use Style for Table of Contents) to Format Your Table of Content](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/modify-table-of-contents-use-style-for-table-of-contents-to-format-your-table-of-content/) - Modify Table of Contents (Use Style for Table of Contents) to Format Your Table of Content. This ensures you don't have to manually format it each time you update the table. It's a huge time saver. I learned how to do this after years as a writer, and I had probably manually updated my TOC - [Running Commentary of Matthew 6:25-34](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/running-commentary-of-matthew-6-25-34/) - Running Commentary with Thought-flow Tracing [Includes logical labels, etc.] Matthew 6:25-34 ESV 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? 26 Look at the - [Why Grammar Matters in Bible Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-grammar-matters-in-bible-study/) - One day, some Sadducees, members of a religious denomination at the time of Jesus who taught that there was no resurrection, came to test Jesus. The Pharisees and Herodians had already been sent to go and test Jesus to try to trap him. The Jewish authorities wanted to arrest Jesus but feared the people (the - [4 Ways to teach yourself self-awareness](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/4-ways-to-teach-yourself-self-awareness/) - We have all encountered the patient who is a self-expert and the patient who doesn’t seem to have a clue who they are. Try getting a history from a patient who lacks self-awareness. It’s vague and frequently not very helpful. Working with that patient is more like working with a pediatric patient, which is like - [Symptoms and Diagnosis of Anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/symptoms-and-diagnosis-of-anxiety-generalized-anxiety-disorder/) - Today, I’m talking with you about GAD, a condition that I treat in my patients regularly. Anxiety disorders are particularly important to me too because I suffered from them for years. In a future video, I will share with you my testimony and how I treated my GAD without medications. Before we get into the - [Emotional Hijacking: Why Will Smith Slapped Chris Rock](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/emotional-hijacking-why-will-smith-slapped-chris-rock/) - Why did Will Smith Slap Chris Rock? What caused Will Smith to walk up there and slapped the comedian? Everybody has been talking about how bad the violence was, and rightfully so. In this video, I want to explain what happened within the seconds to minutes before the slap. - [7 Dangerous Mistakes Women Make in Choosing Husbands](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-dangerous-mistakes-women-make-in-choosing-husbands/) - Most marriages end in divorce, and I believe this is mainly because of dangerous mistakes some people make while choosing a spouse. In this video, we’ll discuss seven dangerous mistakes women make when choosing a husband. In another video, we will address the dangerous mistakes guys make. Make sure to watch until the end because - [Prayer for Protection and Safety](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-for-protection-and-safety/) - Thursday is our prayer day. Our focus today is praying for protection and safety. All of us need consistent prayer for protection and safety. We are living in times of uncertainty, fear, chaos, risings and fallings, wars, rumors of wars, economic meltdowns, pandemics, gangs, earthquakes, sinkholes, and so forth. Our adversary, the devil, prowls around - [7 Signs You Are Ready to Get Married](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-signs-you-are-ready-to-get-married/) - Marriage is an important part of most people's lives. However, we often go about with adequate strategizing and thinking. In this video, we cover 7 signs that you are ready to get married or to choose a spouse. - [Three Weight Loss Mistakes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/three-weight-loss-mistakes/) - Do you want to lose weight and keep it off? This video will point out three mistakes most people make and show you how to avoid them. Make sure to watch till the end because I give you a bonus tip that will help you shed some pounds and keep them off. Obesity is an - [How do you biblically know God's calling over your life?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-do-you-biblically-know-gods-calling-over-your-life/) - Knowing your calling and living it is a crucial part of living a God-glorifying life and of finding fulfillment in life. But how do you biblically know God's calling over your life? This video answers that question. - [What is Calling?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-calling/) - One of the most burning questions that people have is “What is my calling?” Christians are asking this, people of other religions are asking this, and even atheists ironically are also asking this question. Understandably, it’s a foundational question because it has to do with purpose, with why we are here. It also has to - [5 things to do when you don't feel like praying](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/5-things-to-do-when-you-dont-feel-like-praying/) - Often, we know that we should pray but we don't feel like praying. We don't seem to be able to muster the desire to pray. What should we do? This video shares five things you can do when you don't feel like praying. - [Why we can still rejoice in the midst of our difficulties](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-we-can-still-rejoice-in-the-midst-of-our-difficulties/) - We are going through a tremendous time of difficulty. All around the world, people are suffering, isolated, feeling lonely, have lost jobs, and so forth. Yet, in the scriptures, God tells us to rejoice. There is tension there: Our circumstances are saying one thing and we are supposed to respond differently. In this video, we - [Can an abandoned Christian woman remarry?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/can-an-abandoned-christian-woman-remarry/) - In the following video, we address a question from a woman in Nigeria who wants to know if she can remarry after her husband abandoned her and her children 8 years ago. What do you think? Does the Bible allow her to legitimately remarry or not? Watch the video to see what I think the - [Introducing Ask Dr. Kenneth](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/introducing-ask-dr-kenneth/) - God has used the guidance of many other leaders in the past to help me get to where I am. Having access to coaches and mentors who could direct me is one way God used to move me from a village dropout in a small village in Cameroon to living my dreams as a physician, - [How to Identify the Main Idea of a Bible Paragraph](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-identify-the-main-idea-of-a-bible-paragraph/) - The main idea is the primary point, concept, or central message the author is communicating to readers about the topic. It also goes by many different names: the central idea, central theme, major idea, big idea, main point, main thought, thesis statement, or the central proposition of the text (CPT). The main idea is a - [Why it's important to know a biblical author's purpose to understand anything he says](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-its-important-to-know-a-biblical-authors-purpose-to-understand-anything-he-says/) - The following post is adapted from my Amazon bestselling book, Inductive Bible Study. If you would like to study God's word but can't afford a copy, reach out to us. I will gladly give you a free Kindle version of the book. Understanding a biblical author's purpose for writing his book 1) enables us to - [How I went from the bottom to the top 1 percentile on board exams and how that might help you succeed with your goals](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-i-went-from-the-bottom-to-the-top-1-percentile-on-board-exams-and-how-that-might-help-you-succeed-with-your-goals/) - The following article was originally written for a leading physician website (KevinMD.com), but the lessons on developing good learning habits are applicable to everybody. It's been shared several hundred times on that website. Most doctors are very bright people. I believe that what often sets apart those who perform well on the job and on - [Why Simplicity and Minimalism Will Enrich Your Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/simplicity-and-minimalism/) - “Live simply so that others may simply live.” Mahatma Gandhi, Mother Teresa. In the world of Spiritual Formation, simplicity/frugality has been practiced as a spiritual discipline for thousands of years. Today, there is a growing movement that is not even religious in its underpinnings that goes by the name minimalism. When you listen to a - [Why you need to know your core values and goals for effective emotion regulation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-you-need-to-know-your-core-values-and-goals-for-effective-emotion-regulation/) - The following is adapted from Relational and Emotional Intelligence by Dr. Kenneth Acha. No one is unmotivated. Everyone is motivated by fundamental human needs: Safety and survival, understanding, connection and acceptance, contribution, esteem and identity, self-direction (autonomy), and self-actualization. Across races, ethnicities, geographical locations, we all share these fundamental human needs. Many researchers have described - [Sunday Adelaja on Tithing](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/sunday-adelaja-on-tithing/) - I (personally) find Pastor Sunday Adelaja's teaching on tithing to be bold and biblical. John MacArthur is another person I find biblically honest with the biblical position on tithing. Thank God that many other teachers are doing the right thing. Unfortunately, many pastors are teaching Christians that they are compelled to tithe. Some even teach - [How Reading a Bible Book Repeatedly Can Change Your Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-reading-a-bible-book-repeatedly-can-change-your-life/) - The following post is adapted from my book Inductive Bible Study. Many people don't know how to read the Bible for all its worth. In this short article, I share one tip that can transform your Bible reading and your life. Read a Bible Book Repeatedly Read through the book repeatedly, as many times as - [How I use Corporate Guidance to Help Patients Make Vaccination Decisions (Covid-19 and all)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-i-use-corporate-guidance-to-help-patients-make-vaccination-decisions/) - Often, I’ve counseled patients (Christians and non-Christians) who are unsure of whether to take the Covid-19 vaccine or not. Most of them are ordinary people, not physicians, pharmacists, immunologists, and vaccine researchers. They often have strong opinions one way or the other about things they have no training or experience to understand. When they ask - [How Tailoring Your Communication Style to Your Audience Can Increase Your Effectiveness](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-tailoring-your-communication-style-to-your-audience-can-increase-your-effectiveness/) - Each of us has a preferred, habitual, or dominant way of communicating called our communication style. It can be described as aggressive, passive-aggressive, passive, or assertive. Our styles may also be described as direct, serious, intense, relaxed, indirect, discreet, controlled, chatty, and curious. Our communication styles are related to our conflict-handling styles. The five conflict-handling - [Why the secret to listening to others well is first listening to ourselves](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-the-secret-to-listening-to-others-well-is-first-listening-to-ourselves/) - William Ury of the Harvard Project on Negotiation noted that “It may seem odd, but the secret is, if we want to listen to the other side, we have to learn to listen to ourselves first.”[1] Ury describes an important negotiation he facilitated between the Venezuelan government and the opposition. It was a time of - [Enjoying Episodes of Flow](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/enjoying-episodes-of-flow/) - Is there something you find yourself doing that sometimes, even without being fully aware of it, you just break out in a dance and worship God just because of the process? I'm not talking about the celebration that results from a positive outcome. I'm referring to the celebration associated with the joys of the process - [How Rightly Understanding Jesus' Golden Rule Can Change the Way You Love and Treat People](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-rightly-understanding-jesus-golden-rule-can-change-the-way-you-love-and-treat-people/) - Jesus stated his Golden Rule as follows: "So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets" (Matt 7:12 NIV) The NASB renders it as follows: “In everything, therefore, treat people the same way you want them to treat you, for this - [GROWTH Strategy: How to Create a Great Strategy for Anything](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/growth-strategy-how-to-create-a-great-strategy-for-anything/) - Strategy involves doing the right thing, at the right place, at the right time, in the right way, with the right people. “Every system is perfectly designed to get the results it gets.” Paul B. Batalden, MD Arthur Jones rightly modified Dr. Batalden's quote above noting that, “Every organization is perfectly designed to get the results - [The undesirable side effects of growth and what you can do about it](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-undesirable-side-effects-of-growth-and-what-you-can-do-about-it/) - The issue with growth is that when you grow, you change. When you change, you are no longer the same person you were. If the magnitude of the growth is big, you become very different from the way you were before. You may not enjoy the same activities and jokes you used to enjoy. Your - [Why is managing emotions so crucial to success?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-is-managing-emotions-so-crucial-to-success/) - Research has shown that our ability to manage emotions (ours and those of others) determines success in life far better than having a high IQ (being intelligent). This ability to manage emotions in ourselves and others is called emotional intelligence. It is a crucial aspect of character and serves as a shepherd of our IQ. - [How can Integrity Transform a Person's Life and Bring it Honor and Praise?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-can-integrity-transform-a-persons-life-and-bring-it-honor-and-praise/) - "The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity" (Proverbs 11:3). Integrity is one of the most powerful and transformative values we can have. Unfortunately, we live in a world that prioritizes money, fame, and power over integrity. Watch the following video and see by example and principle how - [What is the Key to Developing Great Leaders?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-key-to-developing-great-leaders/) - The key to developing leaders within an organization lies in something you do even before you start the development process. This video gives you that key. - [What is the most important part of a negotiation?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-most-important-part-of-a-negotiation/) - Negotiation is a process of communication in which people solve a problem to reach an agreement that satisfies mutual interests. That means negotiation is not relegated to business persons, community leaders, and heads of state. We are always negotiating. Negotiation is life. We negotiate many times every day. We negotiate with our children, spouses, parents, - [Can Comparing Yourself to Others Negatively Impact Your Negotiation Experience?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/can-comparing-yourself-to-others-negatively-impact-your-negotiation-experience/) - The Bible commands, “Don’t compare yourself with others. Just look at your own work to see if you have done anything to be proud of.” (Gal. 6:4 ERV). Is this command helpful in negotiations? You bet! In a win-win negotiation, not all the parties are going to win all the time equally. A good deal - [To Make a Huge Impact, All You Need Is Small Improvements](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/to-make-a-huge-impact-all-you-need-is-small-improvements/) - "The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." Lao Tzu In this article, I share an idea that I think is extremely important in creating new habits or in productivity in general. The idea is that you achieve your greatest dreams by breaking them down into small manageable goals and focusing on accomplishing - [Just because I Strongly Believe Something Doesn’t Make it True](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/just-because-i-strongly-believe-something-doesnt-make-it-true/) - I’m reminded that just because a person believes something doesn’t mean it’s true. Just because someone speaks confidently about something and is fully convinced in his heart that what he says is the truth doesn’t mean he is speaking the truth. Just because I am convinced that I am right doesn’t mean that I am - [The Role of the Holy Spirit in Hermeneutics by Roy B. Zuck](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-role-of-the-holy-spirit-in-hermeneutics-by-roy-b-zuck/) - Bibliotheca Sacra 141 (1984): 120-129. [Roy B. Zuck, was Associate Academic Dean, Associate Professor of Bible Exposition, Dallas Theological Seminary] [Editor's Note: This article is adapted from chapters 4 and 10 of the author's book, The Holy Spirit in Your Teaching, rev. ed. (Wheaton, IL: SP Publications, Victor Books, 1984)] Hermeneutics, the science and art - [What are Capabilities?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-are-capabilities/) - When asked "what is a capability?" My 9-year-old son, Caleb, says, without hesitation, "It's something you are able to do." The Collins Dictionary says, "If you have the capability or the capabilities to do something, you have the ability or the qualities that are necessary to do it." When it comes to a company or organization, capabilities are things or activities - [One of the jobs of a leader is to teach his people about strategy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/one-of-the-jobs-of-a-leader-is-to-teach-his-people-about-strategy/) - In his seminal Harvard Business Review Article, titled, What is Strategy, Michael Porter writes the following: "The challenge of developing or reestablishing a clear strategy is often primarily an organizational one and depends on leadership. With so many forces at work against making choices and tradeoffs in organizations, a clear intellectual framework to guide strategy - [Everyone is a Leader](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/everyone-is-a-leader/) - At KAF, we believe that everyone is a leader. Every child is a leader, every staff member is a leader, every volunteer is a leader, and every donor is a leader. Another way to put it is that each of us is a minister or priest. Leadership is not a position. You don’t need a - [Inductive Bible Study: A Trusted Guide to Understanding and Applying the Word of God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/inductive-bible-study-a-trusted-guide-to-understanding-and-applying-the-word-of-god/) - Hello guys, I recently published my new book, Inductive Bible Study. It took me about 10 years to write this book. I'm excited to give it to you free of charge! No strings attached! Amazon is running a promotion where you can download a free version from December 8-9, 2020. The content in it is life-changing. - [The Core Competencies of Nonprofit Chief Executives](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-core-competencies-of-nonprofit-chief-executives/) - According to Boardsource.org, there are six core competencies that every nonprofit executive must have. Planning-- strategy creation, together with the board. Fundraising--leads fundraising, together with the board. Administration--the CEO is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization and works with his team to create and manage strategy and systems that ensure effective operation. Board - [Before You Start A Ministry: Things to Know So You Can Flourish](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/before-you-start-a-ministry-things-to-know-so-you-can-flourish/) - My most recent book is out. It's titled Before You Start A Ministry: Things to Know So You Can Flourish. I've been in ministry since 2005 and served as senior professor of ministry in the department of orphans and vulnerable children at Servants University. From my research, practice, and work with students going into ministry, - [Guidance by R.A. Torrey](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/guidance-by-r-a-torrey/) - The following is from R.A. Torrey's book HOW TO SUCCEED IN THE CHRISTIAN LIFE http://www.gutenberg.org/files/55743/55743-h/55743-h.htm#Page_113 XV - GUIDANCE I have met a great many who are trying to lead a Christian life who are much troubled over the question of guidance. They wish to do the will of God in all things, but what puzzles - [Creating Quizzes using the Gift Format in Moodle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/creating-quizzes-using-the-gift-format-in-moodle/) - https://docs.moodle.org/35/en/GIFT_format Format symbols Here are some common GIFT symbols and their use. Symbols Use // text Comment until end of line (optional) ::title:: Question title (optional) text Question text (becomes title if no title specified) [...format...] The format of the following bit of text. Options are [html], [moodle], [plain] and [markdown]. The default is [moodle] - [Creating Quizzes and Exams in Moodle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/creating-quizzes-and-exams-in-moodle/) - We recommend creating quizzes and exams by using the GIFT Format instead of tediously creating the questions one by one in Moodle. The GIFT format is more robust and allows you to create all sorts of questions e.g. Multiple choice questions (with one or multiple right answers), True/False, Matching questions, Essay questions, etc. The Aiken - [Sample GIFT Format Questions for Moodle Quizzes or Exams](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/sample-gift-format-questions-for-moodle-quizzes-or-exams/) - Below I share some GIFT Format Questions I've used. They are the same GIFT formats presented on the Moodle website here. I've simply rearranged them a little. Note that each question is separated from the others by a space created by pressing the Enter or Return key. The Capital of Cameroon is Yaounde.{T} All of - [How to Import Quiz Questions into a Category in Moodle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-import-quiz-questions-into-a-category-in-moodle/) - To Import Quiz Questions into a Category in Moodle, you first have to create the category. To create the Category that the Quiz or Exam questions will be put into, navigate to your course in Moodle. Then go to Course Administration → Question bank → Categories. Then scroll to the bottom of the Edit Categories - [Writing Good Multiple-Choice Questions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/writing-good-multiple-choice-questions/) - 14 Rules for Writing Multiple-Choice Questions (From BYU.edu) Writing Good Multiple Choice Test Questions (from Vanderbilt) The following is republished from https://facultyinnovate.utexas.edu/multiple-choice-questions Multiple-choice questions—also known as fixed choice or selected response items—require students to identify right answers from among a set of possible options that are presented to them. Possible answers are "fixed" in advance - [God Promises to Provide Guidance to his People](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/god-promises-to-provide-guidance-to-his-people/) - "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. 6 But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. 7 - [How to Preach with Supernatural Power](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-preach-with-supernatural-power/) - The following lesson from John Piper blessed me tremendously. I plan to watch it again in the future. I hope it blesses you as well. You may find it on his website, Desiring God. https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/how-to-preach-with-supernatural-power - [PRECEPTS: How to Apply the Bible to yourself](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/precepts-how-to-apply-the-bible-to-yourself/) - The PRECEPTS acrostic provides a good way to apply a Bible passage to oneself. Ask yourself the following eight questions represented by the acrostic. Prayer to pray? Does the text give me something to pray for? Am I exhorted to pray? Reason to praise? Is there something in the text to praise God or be - [Connecting Clauses with Conjunctions vs. Conjunctive Adverbs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/connecting-clauses-with-conjunctions-vs-conjunctive-adverbs/) - The following is from http://www2.estrellamountain.edu/faculty/stonebrink/ESL032/conjunction2/conjunction2.html A. Coordinating Conjunctions Location of a coordinating conjunction 1. Don't use a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) at the beginning of a sentence. These conjunctions can be used to join two independent clauses, so they come in the middle of a sentence rather than the beginning. Commas with coordinating conjunctions 2. Use a - [Categories of Prepositions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/categories-of-prepositions/) - https://www.thefreedictionary.com/Categories-of-Prepositions.htm Most prepositions have multiple usages and meanings. Generally speaking, prepositions can be divided into eight categories: time, place, direction or movement, agency, instrument or device, reason or purpose, connection, and origin. The following table highlights the most common prepositions and their categories*: Category Preposition Time at, in, on, for, during, since, by, until, before, after, to, past Place - [A Writer Weaves his Content by putting things in Relation with each other to form Structure](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-writer-weaves-his-content-by-putting-things-in-relation-with-each-other-to-form-structure/) - A writer, and speaker alike, weaves his piece. He weaves thoughts into sentences and paragraphs and connects them into a beautiful unity. He uses connectives to connect groups of words (clauses) to form sentences and to connect those sentences to create paragraphs. Although he knows that the paragraph is the basic unit of thought, he - [Three Types of Objects: Direct Objects, Indirect Objects, and Objects of Prepositions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/three-types-of-objects-direct-objects-indirect-objects-and-objects-of-prepositions/) - A direct object is a person or thing that directly receives (or is affected by) the action of the verb. For example, in “Jesus healed him,” Jesus is the subject and “him” is the direct object. The indirect object is “the person (or thing) who receives the direct object of the verb.” Note that the - [7 Basic Steps to Successful Fasting and Prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-basic-steps-to-successful-fasting-and-prayer/) - Dr. Bill Bright I believe the power of fasting as it relates to prayer is the spiritual atomic bomb that our Lord has given us to destroy the strongholds of evil and usher in a great revival and spiritual harvest around the world. Increasingly I have been gripped with a growing sense of urgency to - [Run-in Quotations in Turabian Format](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/run-in-quotations-in-turabian-format/) - "When beginning to quote a source from somewhere in the sentence other than the first word, as a general rule, introduce the quote with “that”. For example, Paul explained that “your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit” (1 Cor 6:19b). "When beginning to quote a source from the beginning of the quoted sentence, then - [Components of an art work: Subject Matter, Form, and Content](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/components-of-an-art-work-subject-matter-form-and-content/) - A) From Augusta College The following content (as is) is from an Augustana College page: http://augustana.net/users/arwalters/design/components.htm Components of an art work Subject the depicted object(s) Form visual organization Content impact or meaning Works of art have subject, form and content. We often identify a work by its subject: a landscape painting, a sculpture of a young - [When You Should Cite A Source](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-you-should-cite-a-source/) - The following is from Turabian, 9th Edition, as is. "15.2.1 Situations Requiring Citations Chapter 7, particularly 7.9, discusses in depth when you should cite materials from other sources. Briefly, you should always provide a citation in the following situations: -when you quote exact words from a source (see also chapter 25 on quotations) -when you - [Outlines in Turabian Style](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/outlines-in-turabian-style/) - 23.4.2.2 OUTLINES (from Turabian 9th edition) In some situations, you may include an outline or a similar enumeration in an appendix to your paper, or in a draft stage of the paper (see 6.2.1). Use the following system of notation, consisting of letters and roman and Arabic numerals, and indent each level by one further - [Citing Poetry in Turabian Style](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/citing-poetry-in-turabian-style/) - About 1/3 of the Bible is Poetry. To cite a poetry section of the Bible in a paper, follow the instructions below. The following is from the 9th Edition of Turabian. 25.2.2.2 POETRY AND DRAMA. Present a quotation of two or more lines from poetry as a block quotation. Begin each line of the poem - [How to Remove Page Numbers from the Table of Contents in Microsoft Word's Mac Version](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-remove-page-numbers-from-the-table-of-contents-in-microsoft-words-mac-version/) - It took me a while to figure this out and I thought I should write it down and put it online to help others who might be looking for how to do this and also to help me in the future in case I forget how to do the same thing. I am writing a - [Prioritize the Spiritual Family: Church Family Comes First, Not the Natural Family!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prioritize-the-spiritual-family-church-family-comes-first-not-the-natural-family/) - While Jesus was still talking to the crowd, his mother and brothers stood outside, wanting to speak to him. 47 Someone told him, “Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to speak to you.” 48 He replied to him, “Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?” 49 Pointing to his disciples, he - [Citations and Comments](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/citations-and-comments/) - 16.3.5.2 Citations and Comments. (from Turabian 9th Edition) If a note includes both a citation and a substantive comment, put the citation first with a period after it, followed by the comment in a separate sentence. To come to Paris was to experience the simultaneous pleasures of the best contemporary art and the most vibrant - [Numbering and bullets in Turabian Style](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/numbering-and-bullets-in-turabian-style/) - From section 23.4.2.1 LISTS of the Turabian Text, 9th Edition. It is reproduced word-for-word. Your text may contain lists of items that you choose to enumerate for emphasis. When such a list is relatively short, incorporate it into a single sentence. Be sure that all the items are grammatically parallel (all noun phrases, all adjectives, - [The tension of being simultaneously closed (differentiated identity) and open (truly welcoming of others)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-tension-of-being-simultaneously-closed-differentiated-identity-and-open-truly-welcoming-of-others/) - The following was a forum from a Dmin course. I have it here for future reference and future exploration of the ideas discussed in it. Question Friesen (2009) writes about network ecology and comments, “sometimes our faith communities struggle to hold the tension of being simultaneously closed (differentiated identity) and open (truly welcoming of others).” - [How the Negative Behaviors of those Around you Affect you and Vice-Versa](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-the-negative-behaviors-of-those-around-you-affect-you-and-vice-versa/) - [How was Jesus able to maintain his cool and not sin in the face of such slander, insults, threats, opposition, beatings, and ultimately death?  ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-was-jesus-able-to-maintain-his-cool-and-not-sin-in-the-face-of-such-slander-insults-threats-opposition-beatings-and-ultimately-death/) - I’ve been asking myself this question lately because recently, I was deeply hurt, and it bothered me for almost a week and affected my demeanor. It occurred to me that the answer to my question would be found by reading the red letters that show the words of Jesus in the gospels. In Matthew chapter - [Engaging the Faith Community in a Way that Reflects Paul’s Emphasis on Unity](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/engaging-the-faith-community-in-a-way-that-reflects-pauls-emphasis-on-unity/) - We live in an age where efforts at Spiritual Formation are often individual-centered. Paul’s letters, as well as Dr. Thomson’s book and video remarks, paint a picture of Paul that is one of a church planter and leader who is focused on a corporate body that is transformed and united for Christ. Paul wrote, “I - [How to Handle Distant Relationships with Family and Friends](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-handle-distant-relationships-with-family-and-friends/) - The real title for this article was too long to put in the title space. Here it is: How to handle far away relationships in an ultra-connected world in a way that doesn’t drive you crazy and burned out, but allows you to flourish in your place of calling and bloom where you have been - [The Twelve Steps of Overeaters Anonymous](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-twelve-steps-of-overeaters-anonymous/) - The 12 steps of Overeaters Anonymous, as well as other 12 step programs, are adaptations of the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. The substance that the person is addicted to is food instead of alcohol. A lot of medical research has shown significant benefit in using 12 Step Programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. E.g. These articles - [Learning from Matthew Ricci (1552 to 1610)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/learning-from-matthew-ricci-1552-to-1610/) - One of the people I studied this week was Matthew Ricci (1552 to 1610) was a Jesuit missionary who, with his Jesuit colleagues, played a crucial role in starting the evangelization of China.[1] Ricci was born in 1552 in the city of Macerata in Italy. His father was a respected aristocrat. After studying the humanities until age - [How St Augustine's Mother's Prayers Saved His Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-st-augustines-mothers-prayers-save-his-life/) - Augustine’s mother’s prayers for his salvation. Book 3, chapter 11 and 12 in The Confessions of St. Augustine of Hippo record his narration of how his mother, Monica, spent years crying praying to God in tears for his salvation. She continued to pray for his soul when he was living a lascivious lifestyle and doing - [In a Church Service, Should Worship Come Before Preaching or Vice Versa?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/in-a-church-service-should-worship-come-before-preaching-or-vice-versa/) - The following article is adapted from a research paper I wrote as part of a doctorate program in Spiritual Formation at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. Preaching and Spiritual Formation In both the Old and New Testaments, preaching occupies a central place as a means for spiritual formation. In the Old Testament, Moses, the judges, - [Determine Your BATNA](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/determine-your-batna/) - The following article has been adapted from an Open Textbook. One important part of the investigation and planning phase is to determine your BATNA, which is an acronym that stands for the “best alternative to a negotiated agreement.” Roger Fisher and William Ury coined this phrase in their book Getting to Yes: Negotiating without Giving - [Causes of Conflict](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/causes-of-conflict/) - Conflict has both proximate and ultimate causes. A proximate cause is an event that is closest to, or immediately responsible for causing, some observed result. This exists in contrast to a higher-level ultimate cause (or distal cause) which is usually thought of as the "real" reason something occurred. Here is an example to illustrate the - [A Nested Theory of Conflict, Maire Dugan](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-nested-theory-of-conflict-maire-dugan/) - Source: Dugan, Maire. "A Nested Theory of Conflict." A Leadership Journal: Women in Leadership - Sharing the Vision 1 (July 1996), 9-20. Issue-specific conflict: The source is one or more issues. “The disagreement may occur over information, differing interpretations of agreed-upon information, or divergent interests over item(s) of concern” (p. 14) “Issues may be complex and may - [Citing the Bible in the Footnotes or Endnotes using the Turabian Format](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/citing-the-bible-in-the-footnotes-or-endnotes-using-the-turabian-format/) - The following information is from section 17.8.2 (titled The Bible and Other Sacred Works) in the 9th Edition of the Turabian Manual. Notice below that "N" stands for Notes, which include both footnotes and endnotes. That means this same format applies when you are using footnotes or endnotes. The only difference is where the notes - [REAL love: How to love someone who has hurt you but doesn’t repent](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/real-love-how-to-love-someone-who-has-hurt-you-but-doesnt-repent/) - Recently, I asked a Christian that I know, “how should you love someone who has hurt you but doesn’t repent (either doesn’t want to, or you are not accessible to them)?” Without missing a beat, he responded, “forgive them.” I asked a follow-up question, “Why do you say forgive them? What principle or Bible teaching - [Culture](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/culture/) - Culture is vital for organizational success. For us, culture doesn't only help us be more productive and successful as an organization but is a vehicle or tool for spiritual formation as well. Our culture helps us to grow in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man (Luke 2:52). Six Components of a - [Membership Covenant](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/membershipcovenant/) - Values and Membership Covenant - [17 Camels and the Three Sons](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/17-camels-and-the-three-sons/) - Here is a popular Middle East story that is good to remember as you negotiate. I first heard the story years ago from Harvard negotiator William Ury. A man died and left his herd of 17 camels to his three sons as an inheritance to them. In his will, he said his first son should - [Separating People from their Ideas and Actions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/separating-people-from-their-ideas-and-actions/) - Ideas can be True or False Actions can be Right or Wrong. People can be Good or Evil. When there is a conflict, both parties need to be able to separate the people from the problem. The problem may boil down to ideas or actions that one or both parties are taking. However, if people - [Confirming your Calling with your DESIGN](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/confirming-your-calling-with-your-design/) - A student taking one of the courses I teach at Servants University wrote me the following note. My response to her reminded me of a crucial role that knowing our DESIGN plays. Several years ago, I created a tool called DESIGN to help people find their God-given calling. I've written extensively on the subject and - [Why I emphasize Habits When Counseling my Patients](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-emphasize-habits-when-counseling-my-patients/) - According to research, healthcare contributes only ten percent (10%) to premature death. Behavioral patterns contribute 40%, while social circumstances contribute 15%. Genetic predispositions contribute 30%, and environmental exposure contributes 5%. That is: 40% - Behavioral patterns. 30% - Genetic predisposition. 15% - Social circumstances. 10% - Health care. 5% - Environmental exposure. As a primary - [Ways to Start Using Your DESIGN to serve others](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ways-to-start-using-your-design-to-serve-others/) - I teach people how to find their calling or design or calling using my mnemonic, DESIGN. After you have discovered your God-given design. What should you do? Start serving! God has called us to serve others. So, start using your design to serve. Here are some suggestions. On your daily job. Start finding ways to - [Stages of Change or Soul Formation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/stages-of-change-or-soul-formation/) - Life is a journey of change and soul formation from the people we are today to the people we were created to be. Between our prevailing standards of living and our fully actualized selves, there is a gap. Intentional living is about bridging that gap. How we go about bridging that gap determines not only - [Primary and Secondary Callings](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/primary-and-secondary-callings/) - God calls us first to his family (relationship with him), and then to the family business (vocational calling). Involvement in the family business exists to serve and strengthen the family bonds and not to weaken it. Our primary calling is first a calling to an ever-deepening relationship with God. If there were never work to - [Celebrity Diseases](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/celebrity-diseases/) - Earlier in my ministry of healing as a physician, I learned that to help people, you need to motivate them to make lifestyle changes. Many times, when patients have a difficulty disease, they go through the stages of grief. As they do that, one thing that they often ask is, "Why me?". Why do I - [Your brother has something against you](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/your-brother-has-something-against-you/) - Jesus' teaching on forgiveness are some of the most profound I've ever read. Many Bibles have translated one particular quote from him in ways that many misunderstand. "Therefore if you are presenting your offering at the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your offering there before the altar and - [Growth mindset vs. Fixed Mindset](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/growth-mindset-vs-fixed-mindset/) - If you are growth-minded, you know that failure leads to success. You learn from mistakes and view failures as feedback that provides you with the information you need to learn, grow, and succeed. A growth-minded person has growth-mindset1 (not a fixed mindset) and lives an intentional lifestyle that motivates him/her to continuously learn and pursue - [Using PREP to Develop a Good Argument at a Doctoral Level](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/using-prep-to-develop-a-good-argument-at-a-doctoral-level-2/) - California, October 2019. I am currently doing a doctorate in Spiritual Formation. A few weeks ago, one of my professors (Dr. Adam McClendon) provided an essential review for writing an argument at a doctoral level. Much of the information in his review came from the book, Good Arguments: Making Your Case in Writing and Public - [The PREP Framework : An Easy Way to Give Excellent Impromptu Speeches](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-prep-framework-an-easy-way-to-give-excellent-impromptu-speeches-2/) - The PREP framework is an easy and effective way to give a short impromptu speech. If you have ever been called up to speak at short notice, you know how stressful it can be. PREP is an acrostic that stands for Point, Reason, Example, and Point. Point (claim): The claim says what you think. State - [6 Phases God Uses to Grow Your Faith - by Rick Warren](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/6-phases-god-uses-to-grow-your-faith-by-rick-warren/) - The following article is from the work of Pastor Rick Warren. “Everything is possible for the person who has faith” (Mark 9:23b GNT). As a pastor, probably the question I’m asked more than any other is, “Why is this happening to me? I don’t understand it.” When you don’t understand God’s six phases of faith - [Will Smith Fasts for Ten Days, Losing Weight, and Controlling his Blood Pressure!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/will-smith-fasts-for-ten-days-losing-weight-and-controlling-his-blood-pressure/) - For years now, I have taught my patients to fast. I personally frequently fast as well. As you can imagine, many people in our culture are shocked when a doctor talks to them about fasting. Those who do find great benefit. The science about fasting is quite strong and people have fasted successfully for thousands - [How The Light of Eternity Can Help Us Make Wise Decisions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-the-light-of-eternity-can-help-us-make-wise-decisions/) - As a full-time primary care physician, I have seen that, without a doubt, the reason most of us get sick and go to our doctors is because of the choices we make. The unfortunate thing is that many of us aren't taught how to make wise decisions. Our mission at the Kenneth Acha Foundation is - [Servanthood: The Gateway to Finding Your Calling](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-gateway-to-finding-your-calling/) - Servanthood -- putting the needs of others first, thinking of how to help others have a better life -- is the gateway to finding your calling. We all know that walking in one's calling gives life purpose and meaning. It makes life pleasant to live. You get up in the morning excited to go to - [Why I just Worked Three Weeks Straight Without a Break.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-just-worked-three-weeks-straight-without-a-break/) - I just worked three weeks straight without a break! I worked 10 or 12 hours per day in the clinic, hospital, or urgent care. My regular job is Tuesday to Friday, 10 hours per day to total 40 hours per week. I see patients in the clinic setting for an organization that provides medical care - [Are Christians today commanded to tithe? - John MacArthur](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/are-christians-today-commanded-to-tithe-john-macarthur/) - My series of posts on tithing is obviously for readers who are people of faith who care about these things. Feel free to skip this post and other similar ones if you don't care about the subject. Dr. John MacArthur is one of the most brilliant Christian minds, perhaps of all time. He has written - [Is Tithing Commanded for Christians? - Pastor John Piper](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/is-tithing-commanded-for-christians-pastor-john-piper/) - These posts on tithing are for those of you in my audience who are Christians who have questions about tithing. If you are not a Christian, please feel free to skip this article and continue to read others on the site. Dr. John Piper is one of the greatest Christian minds of this generation. In - [Is Tithing Required Today? - Dr. Thomas R. Schreiner](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/is-tithing-required-today-dr-thomas-r-schreiner/) - In this post, Dr. Thomas R. Schreiner argues that tithing is not required for Christians today. - [7 Ways to Disagree with or Correct Your Supervisors and Have Them Respect You for It](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-ways-to-disagree-with-or-correct-your-supervisors-and-have-them-respect-you-for-it/) - Most workers have a supervisor or boss. Medical students, residents and attending physicians have supervisors as well. We all know that our supervisors are human. There are times when we know more than they do on a subject. Keeping our knowledge hidden will deprive our organization of the benefit of our experience. If you go - [What God used to Spread Christianity from AD 100 to the Present](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-god-used-to-spread-christianity-from-ad-100-to-the-present/) - Introduction At the end of the first century, Christianity was a small movement that was persecuted by the Roman empire. “Had the church been wiped off the face of the earth at the end of the first century, its disappearance would have caused no dislocation in the empire, just as its presence was hardly noticed - [Features of the Protestant Reformation that have endured in evangelical Christianity and those that haven't](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/features-of-the-protestant-reformation-that-have-endured-in-evangelical-christianity-and-those-that-havent/) - Not all the characteristics that marked the Reformation period (1517-1661) are still present in evangelical Christianity today, some for good reason. Below, I will discuss characteristics that are still present today followed by those that are no longer present. Characteristics that marked the Reformation period (1517-1661) that are still present in evangelical Christianity today. The - [Inner Sense Stories from Church History](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/inner-sense-stories-from-church-history/) - Some inner sense stories from Church History St. Patrick of Ireland's calling. See the Confessions of St. Patrick and also read the entry on Patrick in Tucker, Ruth A.. From Jerusalem to Irian Jaya (p. 39). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. St. Augustine's conversion and his mother praying for him. See the entry on Augustine inside Tony - [5 Filters for Testing Your Whispers, by Bill Hybels](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/5-filters-for-testing-your-whispers-by-bill-hybels/) - The following comes from Hybel's book found at this link: https://www.willowcreek.com/whisper/whisper_chap4.pdf How we know we are hearing God Bill Hybels says, "Over the years I have compiled a short list of five filters that help me 'test every whisper' I receive. If a whisper fails to make it through one of these five, I question - [Common Cognitive Biases that Affect Discernment and Decision-making](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/common-cognitive-biases-that-affect-discernment-and-decision-making/) - Without going into detail, below are common cognitive biases that can negatively affect our decision-making or our ability to discern the voice of truth out of the cacophony of voices vying for our attention daily. Confirmation bias: Anchoring bias Illusory superiority / Dunning-Kruger. Overconfidence Bias Illusion of control Fundamental Attribution Error Gambler's Fallacy Cognitive dissonance - [Lessons from the Great Schism for preventing splits and schisms within your church and other relationships](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/lessons-from-the-great-schism-for-preventing-splits-and-schisms-within-your-church-and-other-relationships/) - The great schism of 1054 that divided the eastern and western churches provides a plethora of lessons for today's believers on the causes of splits and schisms and offers them an opportunity to learn how to prevent such splits and schisms from happening within their local congregations and the global body of Christ. As a - [The impact that the Christological and Trinitarian debates from Nicaea I (325) to Chalcedon (451) still have on churches today.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-impact-that-the-christological-and-trinitarian-debates-from-nicaea-i-325-to-chalcedon-451-still-have-on-churches-today/) - The Christological and Trinitarian debates of the fourth and fifth century from Nicea have had a significant impact on the church throughout history that are still felt today. In this post, I will briefly discuss these debates and the councils that were convened as a result and the impact that these debates still have on - [Monastic Ministries -Origins and Purposes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/monastic-ministries-origins-and-purposes/) - https://www.ancient.eu/article/930/the-monastic-movement-origins--purposes/ - [Overlooking our Offendedness](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/overlooking-our-offendedness/) - [The Four Characteristics of Scripture](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-four-characteristics-of-scripture/) - The following brief description on each of the four characteristics of scripture come from Wayne Grudem's Systematic Theology. 1) The Authority of Scripture: “The authority of Scripture means that all the words in Scripture are God’s words in such a way that to disbelieve or disobey any word of Scripture is to disbelieve or disobey - [Don't Get Mad. Kindly and Firmly Restate your Preference for Hundredth Time](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/dont-get-mad-kindly-and-firmly-restate-your-preference-for-hundredth-time/) - Recently, I read something that said, "When a leader gets tired of saying something, the people have just begun to hear it." I don't exactly remember where I saw it, but it spoke to me. I'm frequently tempted to get irritated with people that continue to treat me in a way that I find disrespectful - [What is Prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-prayer/) - What is prayer? Prayer is going into the presence of God, telling Him a need that I believe falls within his desired will to grant, surrendering myself and committing my ways to the Lord, then leaving Him to deal with the situation as He sees best while believing that he has intervened in my behalf. Here is how - [Caring for Parents](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/caring-for-parents/) - Paul talks about caring for widows and parents 1 Timothy 5: 3-16 "A good person leaves an inheritance for their children's children, but a sinner's wealth is stored up for the righteous". https://www.gotquestions.org/caring-for-old-parents.html - [Early Church](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/early-church/) - [The Roman Empire](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-roman-empire/) - "The Roman Empire, at its height (c. 117 CE), was the most extensive political and social structure in western civilization. By 285 CE the empire had grown too vast to be ruled from the central government at Rome and so was divided by Emperor Diocletian (284-305 CE) into a Western and an Eastern Empire. The Roman Empire began when Augustus Caesar (27 BCE-14 CE) became the first emperor - [Spiritual Growth Practices: Read, Reboot, Reframe](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spiritual-growth-practices/) - I just watched the following video by business coach, George Kao, and reviewed the accompanying article. George had a Christian upbringing and includes elements of that in his practice. He says on a daily basis, he does three things. Reboot - He stops and recalibrates. He reboots at least 3 times every working day, and - [Producing the Fruit of the Spirit](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/producing-the-fruit-of-the-spirit/) - "But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!" - Galatians 5:22-23 NLT The Difference Between Gifts and Fruits of the Spirit Before we talk about how to produce the fruits of the spirit, it's - [Wasted Talent: How We are Destroying Talent that Could Serve Us](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/wasted-talent-how-we-are-destroying-talent-that-could-serve-us/) - My heart is very heavy right now. A little moment ago, I went through a moment of thinking about how the things we accomplish are a result of contributions from others outside ourselves. For example, when I finished my residency last year, my board score was in the top 0.5 percentile of all doctors in - [How to Test all Prophecies](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-test-all-prophecies/) - "Do not treat prophecies with contempt but test them all; hold on to what is good, reject every kind of evil." 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21 The Bible is clear that we should test everything that we receive and keep what is good and reject what is bad. I encourage you to read this article as well: - [The Love of God, Bible Verses](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-love-of-god-bible-verses/) - 1 John 3:1 "See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him." 1 John 4. God is love... (read entire chapter). Exodus 34:5-7. "Then the - [Setting page size and margins](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/setting-page-size-and-margins/) - The following info is from this KDP Page on how to format a paperback book. Click and read the rest of the material and the videos as well. Also watch the excellent video below from KDP University Trim size. Your printed book's width and height. The most common trim size for paperbacks in the U.S. is - [How God Guides by R. A. Torrey](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-god-guides-by-r-a-torrey/) - "Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory." Psalm 73:23-24There are no promises in God's Word more precious to the man who wishes to do His will, and who realizes the goodness of His will, than - [Before Changing Your Job, Change Your Perspective](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/before-changing-your-job-change-your-perspective/) - One of my passions is to help people find their calling in life and empower them to live the life they were created to live. Something I've discovered along the way is that many people often jump to talking about possibly quitting their jobs. They do this because they don't find their jobs fulfilling and - [Great Leadership Always Starts with a Vision](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/great-leadership-always-starts-with-a-vision/) - Children's toys and Vision. This is essential because every visible thing that has been created started out as a creation in someone's mind. The first creation is always invisible. It's the second creation that incarnates the invisible creation in the visible world. Without the first creation, there can be no second creation. The first creation - [How to Disagree with a Supervisor, Teacher, or any one else in Authority Over You](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-disagree-with-a-supervisor-teacher-or-any-one-else-in-authority-over-you/) - I wrote the following article when I was a full-time Missionary and a professor at Servants University. I still teach courses there. My wife recently read it, found it very helpful, and thought that it would benefit a lot of people. The principles apply to anyone, not just Christians. So check it out. Challenging or - [Suffering from Fear?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/suffering-from-fear/) - Today, I listened to a sermon from Pastor Ray Johnston on the topic of fear that helped me a lot. I think I had been allowing fear to negatively influence my life. Below are notes from that sermon. I have added some things to it. "I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered - [We are Innovators](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/innovation/) - We come up with new, better, faster, and cheaper ways of doing things. To progressively get excellent at what we do, we must innovate. An innovator: Always asks: "How can we make this better?" Finds new ways to do more with less. Is a big thinker, risk-taker, and open-minded person. Is adventurous and creative Embraces - [Someone Prayed for your Salvation!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/someone-prayed-for-your-salvation/) - When I read your post, one sentence reminded me of what likely happened prior to the day I was saved. You wrote, "Prior to the tent revival where I was converted to Christ at the age of eleven, prayer and fasting (plowing) had been done by the evangelist and other ministry team members. Spiritual warfare was definitely going - [Good Works Cannot Save Us](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/good-works-cannot-save-us/) - Thanks for sharing your post. I agree with you that the belief that people are saved by their good works is pervasive among unbelievers. And I think this is to be expected. Besides Christianity, other world religions teach that people become saved by doing good works. When we are raised as children, it is communicated - [The Gospel is Beautifully Simple. Let the Holy Spirit Guide You](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-gospel-is-beautifully-simple-let-the-holy-spirit-guide-you/) - I recently read a blog post online and wrote the following in response. Thanks for your post. Two things you said stood out to me. First, you said, "The gospel message is simple enough for a child to understand." I've had a privilege to teach many children, especially orphans, and also to teach those who - [Excellence on your Job is a Crucial Part of your Christian Witness](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/excellence-on-your-job-is-a-crucial-part-of-your-christian-witness/) - I remember a time many years ago when I was zealous for God but had little wisdom. I was hired to play a crucial role in a healthcare team that was providing care on a daily basis to patients. Being zealous for souls, I often fasted and prayed for the salvation of the people I - [The Essentials of the Gospel Message](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-essentials-of-the-gospel-message/) - To understand the gospel (good news), one must start with the fall. We must start with the understanding that, as McRaney says, “man is naturally not good but sinful and in need of a Savior.” [1] What was the fall? Was it merely the eating of the forbidden fruit? The fall was an act of - [How to share the gospel with a millennial](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-share-the-gospel-with-a-millennial/) - Imagine that 24-year-old millennial named Jessica is your neighbor. How would you go about sharing the gospel with Jessica? Note: This was written for an evangelism class I took. It’s important to understand the needs, values, and beliefs of millennials because that will serve as a gateway to reach their hearts with the gospel. Some - [The Power of Combining Incarnational and Informational Apologetics in our Evangelism](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-power-of-combining-incarnational-and-informational-apologetics-in-our-evangelism/) - When done correctly, incarnational apologetics can speak a powerful message to a person’s heart that transforms them. As current research shows, people make decisions with their emotions and then use logic to rationalize it. Consumer psychologists and marketing agencies are using this knowledge to market products with significant success. While not advocating that we try - [How Incarnational Apologetics Should Impact the Way Evangelism is Taught and Practiced](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-incarnational-apologetics-should-impact-the-way-evangelism-is-taught-and-practiced/) - How does incarnational apologetics impact the way evangelism is taught and acted out in daily life? I think understanding incarnational apologetics should transform the way we do and teach evangelism, not because it is a new doctrine but because it takes us back to the basics, back to what Christ called us. Christ came not - [How to Create a Passed/Failed Grading Scale in Moodle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-create-a-passed-failed-grading-scale-in-moodle/) - How to Grade Assignments in Moodle as Passed/Failed You can use the following approach to create other grading scales besides the Passed/Failed scale. For example, an A,B,C,D scale; a passed/Failed scale A Disappointing, Not good enough, Average, Good, Very good, Excellent! scale. The administrator has to create a scale that is available to all courses - [The Role of Prayer in Spiritual Warfare](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-role-of-prayer-in-spiritual-warfare/) - Prayer is the greatest weapon we have for spiritual warfare. Without prayer, we cannot wage spiritual warfare. The role of prayer is central and indispensable. Prayer is priceless to the one who engages in spiritual warfare. In his book, The Invisible War, which this writer recently read, Chip Ingram says, “Intercessory prayer is our most - [A biblical and theological understanding of the roles that angels, demons, the flesh, and the world play in spiritual warfare](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-biblical-and-theological-understanding-of-the-roles-that-angels-demons-the-flesh-and-the-world-play-in-spiritual-warfare/) - In the writer’s book, Christian meditation: Returning to Biblical Meditation, the Key to Fruitfulness in the Christian life, he walks his readers through a brief biblical theology of meditation. First, he examines the Old Testament and second, he examines the New Testament. He shows his readers places in each testament where meditation is either commanded - [Steps to freedom in Christ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/steps-to-freedom-in-christ/) - This writer has read Neil Anderson’s Bondage breaker twice from cover to cover and referred to it on several other occasions. He was first introduced to the book through a local church about a decade ago. This was before the writer became a full-time missionary. Having grown up in a family that sacrificed to other - [Applying Strategic Prayer Strategies to Help Others Find Victory in Christ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/applying-strategic-prayer-strategies-to-help-others-find-victory-in-christ/) - What are strategic prayer strategies? Prayer strategies are those long-term plans or approaches that people use to ensure the success of their strategic prayers. Thom S. Rainer wrote an article Ten simple Strategies for Prayer in which he lists things like using the popular ACTS prayer acrostic, having prayer triggers, praying the Lord’s prayer, etc, - [Neighborhood House Party as an Evangelistic Tool](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/neighborhood-house-party-as-an-evangelistic-tool/) - Recently, I read a post about how a friend was organizing neighborhood house parties as a way to build relationships with his neighborhoods and subsequently evangelizing them. I wrote this response. When I read the paragraph about your neighborhood house party, it sparked my interest. You said, "She would be invited to our neighborhood house party. - [The Importance of Following the Holy Spirit in Evangelism](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-importance-of-following-the-holy-spirit-in-evangelism/) - Recently, I read a post online. The following sentence made an impression on me. "When the Great Commission is taught inside the walls of our churches, the call to make disciples by sharing the good news of Jesus is often tied to a sense of duty, or wrapped in a pursuit of a correct presentation of - [Audience Persona of a Millenial](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/audience-persona-of-a-millenial/) - The following description represents a lot of Millennials or Gen Y individuals A 22-year female smoker who believes that God is an energy. She thinks the way one treats other people, other living things, and the environment is what is really important. She doesn’t think the color of one’s skin, wealth, social status should matter. - [Memorized Scripture: Our Greatest Weapon of Spiritual Warfare](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/memorized-scripture-our-greatest-weapon-of-spiritual-warfare/) - The Power of God's Word Stored in Your Heart and Mind "I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you." Psalm 119:11 ESV Memorized scripture is our weapon of mass destruction in spiritual warfare. It is our greatest weapon of spiritual warfare. John Piper calls memorized scripture our "Deadliest Weapon - [How to Pray](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-pray/) - Below is my outline and notes that I took when I read R.A. Torrey's book, How to Pray. The book was written about 100 years ago and is now in the public domain. I have added my thoughts to the outline and will continue to do so. 5Ws, 1H for prayer. What is prayer? Who - [Spiritual Warfare and Distractions During Evangelistic Encounters](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spiritual-warfare-and-distractions-during-evangelistic-encounters/) - Recently I read a post and a sentence in it got me thinking. The author said, "When dealing with non-believers, any distraction or conflict must be viewed as spiritual warfare." She was talking about dealing with them in the context of sharing Christ. When I read that sentence, I immediately noticed the word "any" in "any distraction - [The Day of My Salvation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-day-of-my-salvation/) - Recently, I read a post that made me think of what likely happened prior to the day I was saved. A sentence in it said, "Prior to the tent revival where I was converted to Christ at the age of eleven, prayer and fasting (plowing) had been done by the evangelist and other ministry team members. - [Helping others Find Freedom in Christ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/helping-others-find-freedom-in-christ/) - In the Bondage Breaker, Neil T. Anderson gives the following aid to people who want to help others find freedom in Christ. Everything in quotes comes from the book. Principles of Spiritual Conflict Resolution How should we help people find freedom?: "We should derive our methodology for dealing with the kingdom of darkness primarily from - [Desire and Pray for Spiritual Vision so that you can Fight Spiritual Warfare Well](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/desire-and-pray-for-spiritual-vision-so-that-you-can-fight-spiritual-warfare-well/) - "O Lord, please open his eyes that he may see." 2 Kings 6:17 ESV In 2 Kings 6:8-23, the Old Testament shows us an amazing example of the reality of spiritual warfare. The prophet Elisha is besieged by horses and chariots and a great army sent by the Aramean King. Why? Because the prophet was revealing their - [The connection between the harvest principles and dirty/messy work of evangelism](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-connection-between-the-harvest-principles-and-dirty-messy-work-of-evangelism/) - The connection between the harvest principles and dirty/messy work of evangelism The essential harvest principles discussed by McRaney [1] and Wheeler and Earley [2] in this week’s assignments are as follows: You plow through prayer You fertilize the ground through service. You plant the seed of the gospel by sharing Jesus. God gives the increase. - [Evangelism: Defining Success](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/evangelism-defining-success/) - The following comes from the book, The Art of Personal Evangelism by Will McRaney Campus Crusade for Christ founder Bill Bright says our role in evangelism is "Simply sharing Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit and leaving the results to God." "We would do well to reflect on the foundational principles for evangelism as - [A Guide for Praying Unbelievers and Backslidden People](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-guide-for-praying-unbelievers-and-backslidden-people/) - The following comes from the book Evangelism is by David Wheeler and Dave Earley, chapter 20. "Below is a suggested outline for praying for those who need Christ. Lord, pour out your Spirit upon (name of person) and: Convict him/her of his/her sin, lack of righteousness, and deserved judgment (John 16:8). Open their hearts (Acts - [Three Types of Catholics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/three-types-of-catholics/) - Chris Castaldo, the author of Talking with Catholics about the Gospel says that there are three types of Catholics: Cultural Catholic - This person is Catholic simply because he grew up in a Catholic family but really doesn't practice it. Traditional Catholic - This person practices Catholicism but doesn't understand grace and truth as evangelicals see - [Full Armor of God Mnemonic](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/full-armor-of-god-mnemonic/) - The Whole Armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-20). "10Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual - [Pray without Ceasing](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/pray-without-ceasing/) - When the apostle Paul wrote to the Thessalonian church, he gave them a brief but powerful command: Pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Other translations of the passage are: Pray continually (NIV) Always keep on praying (TLB) Never stop praying (NLT) Pray all the time (MSG) What does this mean? Charles Spurgeon was a pastor - [Spiritual Warfare Verses in the Old and New Testament](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spiritual-warfare-verses-in-the-old-and-new-testament/) - Key Spiritual Warfare Verses in the Old Testament -Satan's rebellion: Isaiah 14:12-20; Ezekiel 28:11-19. -Satan tempts Adam and Eve (Genesis 3). As far as humans are concerned, this is when Satan strikes the first blow in his spiritual warfare. The spiritual warfare, though, had began much earlier with Satan's rebellion against God. He took with - [Spiritual Warfare Quotes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spiritual-warfare-quotes/) - "But it doesn’t make any difference whether the negative or lying thoughts come from the world, the flesh, or the devil. We take every thought captive in obedience to Christ. We are not called to dispel the darkness—we are called to turn on the light." Neil T. Anderson in The Bondage Breaker® What is spiritual - [Three Ways Satan Deceives People](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/three-ways-satan-deceives-people/) - Satan’s number-one strategy is deception. It has been so from the garden of Eden. Neil Anderson, in his book Bondage Breaker, writes, "If I tempted you, you would know it. If I accused you, you would know it. But if I deceived you, you wouldn’t know it. If you knew you were being deceived, then - [Building a Company People Enjoy Working For](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/building-a-company-people-enjoy-working-for/) - Patty McCord, former chief talent officer for Netflix.com shares eight lessons for creating a company people enjoy working for in the following short TED video. Lesson one: Your employees are adults. Lesson two: The job of management isn't to control people, it's to build great teams. Lesson three: People want to do work that means - [What is Spiritual Warfare?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-spiritual-warfare/) - Spiritual warfare is: An ongoing war Waged by Satan and his demons To gain influence or control of the minds and hearts of people (especially Christians) the goal is to impede us from living the fullest expressions our God-given callings and glorifying God with our lives. The battlefield is the minds and hearts of people. - [Getting into Debt](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/getting-into-debt/) - Bible verses "The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower is the slave of the lender." Proverbs 22:7 ESV "Owe no one anything, except to love each other, for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law." Romans 13:8 ESV "The wicked borrows but does not pay back, but the righteous is generous and gives." Psalm 37:21 ESV [Note, - [The Armor of God - Tony Evans](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-armor-of-god-tony-evans/) - [The Share Jesus Scriptures](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-share-jesus-scriptures/) - Much of the following comes from William Fay's book Share Jesus without Fear. 1. Romans 3:23—“All have sinned.” “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” What does this say to you? 2. Romans 6:23—“Wages of sin is death.” “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal - [The Romans Road to Salvation: Scriptures for Evangelism](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-romans-road-to-salvation-scriptures-for-evangelism/) - The problem Romans 3:10 "As it is written, there is none righteous, no, not one". Romans 3:23 "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God". The Consequences Romans 5:12 Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, and in this way death came to all people, because - [Evangelism Conversation Starters](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/evangelism-conversation-starters/) - The following conversation starters from William Fay's book Share Jesus without Fear. May I ask you a question? What are the biggest problems women face today? What's your favorite sport? How much money would it take for a man's life to be perfect? Do you go to church anywhere? May I give you a five-question - [How to Share Jesus](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-share-jesus/) - Much of the following comes from William Fay's book Share Jesus without Fear. Conversation Starters (Optional) Conversation Starters. The Five Share Jesus Questions These questions act as a funnel. You can start anywhere on the list, as you feel led, or skip straight to the “Share Jesus Scriptures.” Do you have any kind of spiritual - [The Ten Commandments - Mnemonic](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-ten-commandments-mnemonic/) - My mnemonic for the ten commandments is: NIVSH MAST-C or GIVSH MAST-C or GIVSH -MASTE The mnemonic gives you the ten keywords in the verses that help you remember the ten commandments in order. No other Gods Idol Vain Sabbath Murder Adultery Steal Testify falsely Covet Below, I have highlighted in red the keywords in - [Seeking first God’s Kingdom - Søren Kierkegaard](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/seeking-first-gods-kingdom-soren-kierkegaard/) - "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you". Jesus Christ as recorded in Matthew 6:33 ESV Richard Foster, in his book, Celebration of Discipline cites the Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard's musing on Matthew 6:33 verse in a way that I find particularly illuminating. Foster - [The 5 Callings of Every Human Being](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-5-callings-of-every-human-being/) - This post discusses 5 things every Christian is called to do. - [Jesus on Calling](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/jesus-on-calling/) - Jesus on Calling - [John Paul Lederach's Big Picture of Conflict Transformation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/john-paul-lederachs-big-picture-of-conflict-transformation/) - See Lederach's essay here: https://www.beyondintractability.org/essay/transformation - [The Elements of Principled Negotiations](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-elements-of-principled-negotiations/) - The Elements of principled Negotiations from the Harvard Program on Negotiation The Harvard Negotiation Project developed seven elements of principled or effective negotiation. I have added an eighth, chosen synonyms for the same terms, and created a useful mnemonic for remembering them called PRACTICE. That mnemonic reminds us that the secret to good negotiation, like - [How to Embed Another Webpage into a Your Webpage](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-embed-another-webpage-into-a-your-webpage/) - Basically go to a YouTube video and click share. Then chose to embed and copy the embed code from there. Pase it in the HTML editor of the page you want to embed it. Then simply replace the YouTube URL with the URL of the page you want to embed and then change the width - [The 5 Foundations of Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-5-foundations-of-asset-based-community-development-abcd/) - “If you treat an individual as he is, he will remain how he is. But if you treat him as if he were what he ought to be and could be, he will become what he ought to be and could be.” ― Johann Wolfgang von Goethe “Treat a man as he is, and he - [Mental Health: "Every Individual Realizes his or her own Potential..."](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/mental-health-every-individual-realizes-his-or-her-own-potential/) - Definition of Mental Health According to the WHO, mental health is defined as "a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community." Health, in general, - [How To Import A Quiz From Word Document To Moodle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-import-a-quiz-from-word-document-to-moodle/) - [How to Create Meaning in Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-create-meaning-in-life/) - “Meaning consists of knowing what your highest strengths are, and using them to belong to and in the service of something larger than you are.”​ --Martin Seligman, Psychologist and former President of the APA ​ How do you create meaning in life? In her book, the power of meaning, journalist and author Emily Esfahani Smith argues that there - [How to Apologize Properly](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-apologize-properly/) - I've done a lot of research on forgiveness and what an effective apology looks like. Below, I share what other experts say on the subject. For the results of my research on effective apologies, see my article titled: Forgiveness SPEECH: How to give an effective apology. 1. Guy Winch, Ph.D., licensed psychologist, keynote speaker, and - [Bible Verses Showing that Repentance Comes Before Forgiveness](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-verses-showing-that-repentance-comes-before-forgiveness/) - "If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14 If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them; and if they - [Leave a fire extinguisher behind](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leave-a-fire-extinguisher-behind/) - "Managing a business is constantly choosing which fires to fight. And after putting the fire out, leaving a fire extinguisher behind." Dr. Ed Hess, Darden People who don't think-ahead put a fire out but don't leave behind a fire extinguisher. As a result, it's only a matter of time before a large fire develops and - [How to embed a Google Doc In Moodle or Wordpress](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-embed-a-google-doc-in-moodle-or-wordpress/) - The following video explains how nicely. But in words, Open the Google Doc. Go to File. Go to Publish to Web. Select Embed. Check the box for "Automatically Republish when changes are made." Copy the code and go to the website, e.g. Wordpress or Moodle. On Wordpress, go to Text to paste the code (not - [An Example of Effective Negotiation #5](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/an-example-of-effective-negotiation-5/) - Dr. Margaret Ann Neale is a distinguished professor of management and the director of the Influence and Negotiation Strategies Executive Program at Stanford University. She received an email from her dean that she would need to move from teaching five courses to teaching six each year because he had received information from his boss, the - [A Foolish Mistake Many Young Ministers Make](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-foolish-mistake-many-young-ministers-make/) - One of the greatest mistakes that people make in serving God is short-changing their preparation so that they can rush and go to do ministry work. They often think that the time of waiting and learning and growing is not as well spent as the time actually doing ministry work. But of course, Jesus' life, - [Great leaders have collaborators, not followers](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/great-leaders-have-collaborators-not-followers/) - It is very common today to hear a leadership expert talk about leaders and followers. And for years, I have gone along with it. But recently, it dawned on me. People are never really following you, the leader. They are merely collaborating with the leader so that together they can get to a common destination or - [RULER: How to teach Emotional Intelligence to children and adults](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ruler-how-to-teach-emotional-intelligence-to-children-and-adults/) - The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence created the following evidence-based approach for integrating social and emotional learning into schools. The mnemonic to remember them is RULER. RULER helps us teach “soft skills" or the skills of emotional intelligence — those associated with recognizing, understanding, labeling, expressing, and regulating emotion. Emotional intelligence skills "are essential to effective teaching and learning, sound decision - [Decision-Making and Strategy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/decision-making-and-strategy/) - Strategist, Roger Martin, and former P&G CEO A.G. Lafley say in their book, Playing to Win, that strategy is about choosing to do some things and not other things. This is essentially what wise decision-making is. Wise decision making is choosing to so somethings and not do others in a way that allows the individual to - [C.O.U.R.A.G.E: How to Build, Rebuild, and Sustain Trust in Your Work and Personal Relationships](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-build-rebuild-and-sustain-trust-in-your-work-and-personal-relationships/) - We all know that trust is the currency for all effective relationships. It's always been that way from the day the humans first set foot on the planet. Trust is why our hunter-gatherer ancestors created communities. Trust is why city walls were built, to allow those we trust inside and keep those we distrust outside. - [The C's of Communication](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-cs-of-communication/) - The Cs of communication provide a checklist for ensuring that your written and oral communication is clear and effective. 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Plussing is - [It's Not Enough to Know True North](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/its-not-enough-to-know-true-north/) - When I watched the 2012 film, Lincoln, directed by Steven Spielberg, the words of president Lincoln from a scene with Thaddeus Stevens stroke me as some of the wisest words I have ever heard. They transformed the way I work with the truth and with wisdom. Stevens argued that slavery should not survive the war and - [What happens when a leader you trust says something you know is not true?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-happens-when-a-leader-you-trust-says-something-you-know-is-not-true/) - A large child sponsorship organization that I respect says on their website, "Sponsoring a child with our organization is the most cost-effective way to end extreme child poverty." I have founded and ran a child sponsorship and leadership development organization for over 12 years now. And I have spent tremendous amounts of time researching and - [A doctor as a healer of the world](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-doctor-as-a-healer-of-the-world/) - To me a doctor is a healer of the world. His heart, mind, body and soul want to heal the sick and relieve pain no matter where it is. And by sick, I don't simply mean physically sick. I mean, physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, financially, etc. I take love to the patients that I see - [Decision Making and your strengths and strategy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/decision-making-and-your-strengths-and-strategy/) - When you have to make an important decision, checking for alignment with your strengths and strategy is a very helpful thing to do. It helps you narrow down the choices. Strengths. Does this decision allow you to use your strengths more? When faced with multiple options, for example, prioritize your strengths. 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If your view is that leadership is serving others, then most people can be leaders - [Behaviors must align with aspirations](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/behaviors-must-align-with-aspirations/) - A lot of people have aspirations to become something great. They have big dreams and visions for a better future for themselves, their families, and their companies. The disconnect comes at the level of their behaviors. On a daily basis, they don't align their behaviors with their aspirations. As it's been said, faith without works - [When you live your truth...](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-you-live-your-truth/) - If you live your truth, the only place you'll shine is where you were designed to shine. There you will shine and enjoy peace and plenty together with some seasons of pain and hardship. Pursue your truth and live it out. That's how you bring joy and the gift of yourself to the world. - [Should you start a profit or nonprofit?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/should-you-start-a-profit-or-nonprofit/) - If you are going into ministry, a question that may cross your mind or maybe should cross your mind is, "Should I start a for-profit or nonprofit organization?" That's a very serious question that should be carefully considered and answered before you found your organization. Many people believe that to do ministry work, you have - [The ABCDE Decision-making / Problem Solving Model](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-abcde-decision-making-problem-solving-model/) - The ability to solve problems effectively or to make good decisions is vital for success. Over the years, I've been intentional about my decision making and have read extensively on problem-solving and decision making. With elements from sources I've come across, I've put together a simple approach that I use to solve my problems. I - [Rededicate yourself to your why and worldview before making any major decisions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/rededicate-yourself-to-your-why-and-worldview-before-making-any-major-decisions/) - We aren't always faithful to live by our purpose(why) and worldview to make choices that align with them. We all do things we don't want to do. We know that at heart we are people of integrity but every now and then we lie. We know that something is bad for our health, yet we - [Choose Your Response instead of simply Reacting](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/choose-your-response-instead-of-simply-reacting/) - “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” -Victor Frankl, MD Are you frequently angry? Irritated? Full of rage? Sad? Scared? Have you responded angrily in a text message? Yelled at someone? Tried to choke them? - [The GROWTH Model of Coaching](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-growth-model-of-coaching/) - The GROW Model of coaching is one of the most established, time-tested, and effective frameworks for coaching employees about goal setting and performance. It was popularized by Sir John Whitmore in his best-selling book, Coaching for Performance. It has four components, each represented by a letter of the GROW acronym. G-Goal setting. What do you - [Twinkle, twinkle, little star](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/twinkle-twinkle-little-star/) - Twinkle, twinkle, little star, How I wonder what you are! Up above the world so high, Like a diamond in the sky. When this blazing sun is gone, When he nothing shines upon, Then you show your little light, Twinkle, twinkle, through the night. Then the traveller in the dark Thanks you for your tiny - [I want to cultivate people](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/i-want-to-cultivate-people/) - I want to plant people, water them, and remove the weeds so that they can grow. I wish to see them grow into strong, mighty trees with deep roots that can resist storms and droughts. I desire to lend my shoulders for them to stand and do better than I've ever done. I yearn to - [Let your life speak, and then listen](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/let-your-life-speak-and-then-listen/) - Recently, I read Viktor Frankl's classic book, "Man's search for meaning." In it, he said something that that got me thinking and thinking differently about meaning and calling in life. 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My new article gives you 4 powerful ways to become more self-aware. - [How to Inventory your Life STORIES](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-inventory-your-life-stories/) - Finding our purpose or calling for every season of our lives and fulfilling it is the best way to contribute our greatest life, work, and leadership to the world. That's also crucial for our personal growth and development. That's why one of the major emphases of my calling is to teach people to find their - [Malnutrition: Too much or too little Food](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/malnutrition-too-much-or-too-little-food/) - Many people think that malnutrition only results from a lack of adequate quantities of food. They conceive people who are malnourished as underweight. A picture of underweight suffering children in a foreign country comes to their minds when they think of malnutrition. The truth is that many people in America are malnourished and obese. They - [How to Create a Productive Work and Personal Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-create-a-productive-work-and-personal-life/) - To create a productive life, it's important to start by stating the obvious. You have to create it. It doesn't happen spontaneously. A teacher once used the analogy of growing a garden to teach me productivity. I found it helpful I am going to use it here. Imagine that you are a tree that has - [How to Read A book a Day](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-read-a-book-a-day/) - [The Different Levels of Passion](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-different-levels-of-passion/) - “Light yourself on fire with passion and people will come from miles to watch you burn.” ― John Wesley Passion exists on a continuum or spectrum A lot of people speak of passion as though it were some monolithic entity. They think you either have a hot burning passion or you don't. I often hear - [How to Conquer Stress in your Personal and Work Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-conquer-stress-in-your-personal-and-work-life/) - “There is nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so.” --Shakespeare, Hamlet Recently, I listened to an interview where Lewis Howes talks with Chris Lee. It resonated with me because some of the things he discussed are things that I've practiced and taught before. To overcome stress in your life, Chris says to do the - [Consequences of Neglect](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/consequences-of-neglect/) - Neglect is by far the most common form of child maltreatment. - [How to Identify Future Leaders](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-identify-future-leaders/) - How do you decide who will make an effective future leader? Claudio Fernandez-Araoz, Senior Adviser, Egon Zehnder International says to win the war for talent, you need to identify and develop high-potential employees in your organization. He says high-potential employees have the following five defining characteristics. 1. The right motive for desiring leadership. I.e. make - [Fasting vs. Eating Less (Caloric Restriction)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/fasting-vs-eating-less-caloric-restriction/) - [Higher Purpose](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/higher-purpose/) - Great leadership creates an exceptional sense of a common higher purpose in everyone - [Vitamin D supplementation may decrease abdominal visceral adipose tissue in overweight and obese adults](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/vitamin-d-supplementation-may-decrease-abdominal-visceral-adipose-tissue-in-overweight-and-obese-adults/) - The following three studies suggest that vitamin D supplementation may be beneficial in reducing abdominal visceral adipose tissue in overweight and obese adults. Studies 1. Calcium and vitamin D supplementation is associated with decreased abdominal visceral adipose tissue in overweight and obese adults. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2012;95(1):101-108. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3238453/ 2. A 12-week double-blind - [Low Carb High Fat Diet for Type I Diabetes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/low-carb-high-fat-diet-for-type-i-diabetes/) - We've known for years that Low Carb High Fat diets are great for both types I and type 2 diabetes. I recently worked with Dr. Steve Gundry, a world renown integrative medicine doctor who puts his diabetes patients on an 80% fat diet. Many other physicians are doing that and seeing amazing results. I've also - [A good way to think of FOCUS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-good-way-to-think-of-focus/) - Author Robert Kiyosaki says, FOCUS stands for Follow One Course Until Success. Follow One Course Until Success I think that's a pretty good way to think of focus. Love it! - [5 Ways to START Exploring Your Design](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/5-ways-to-start-exploring-your-design/) - Discusses 5 Ways to START Exploring your DESIGN - [How Serving Sizes Have Skyrocketed Over the last 20 years](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-serving-sizes-have-skyrocketed-over-the-last-20-years/) - The sizes of plates we use in the U.S. today are supersized plates compared to what we used just a few decades ago. The same is true for serving sizes of meals. Across the board, food and beverage serving sizes have increased tremendously. And so has obesity and diabetes. To beat obesity, we need to - [The Difference Between Serving Sizes and Portions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-difference-between-serving-sizes-and-portions/) - Did you know that there is a difference between serving sizes and portions? A lot of people don't know this. But there really is an important difference between the two terms. Serving sizes A serving is a measured amount of food or drink. For example, one cup (8 oz) of milk or one slice of - [Water and your Body: How much water do you need daily?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/water-and-your-body-how-much-water-do-you-need-daily/) - About 60 to 80% of the human body is water. The percentage of body water differs from person to person, however, the percentage is closer to 60% for adults and closer to 80% for newborn babies. By one year of age, the water composition of babies has dropped to about 65%. The brain and heart - [Eating once a day](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/eating-once-a-day/) - [Favorite Quotes from Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/favorite-quotes-from-hippocrates-the-father-of-modern-medicine/) - "Those by nature overweight, die earlier than the slim." “That which is used - develops. That which is not used wastes away.” “Everything in excess Is opposed by nature.” “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” “Walking is man's best medicine. ” “If we could give every individual the right amount of - [How to Set Effective Goals using the SMART Checklist](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-set-effective-goals-using-the-smart-checklist/) - How to Set Effective Goals using the SMART Checklist - [What is "Impossible?"](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-impossible/) - Muhammad Ali says, “Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to change it.” Jesus Christ says, "Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can - [Hire Only People Who Are Better than You!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hire-people-better-than-you/) - "An intelligent person hires people who are more intelligent than he is." Robert Kiyosaki in Rich Dad, Poor Dad. "A" players only hire A+ players You've heard the term, "marry up. For example, my friend Steven married up. He married someone of a higher social class than himself. When it comes to hiring, "hire up". Only hire people who are better - [Three types of Goals](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/three-types-of-goals/) - Effective goals motivate and inspire us, increase success rate, focus us, and reduce frustration. An effective goal setting process helps us understand where we currently are, helps us choose where we want to go, and assess the best steps to take to reach our ultimate outcome goals. Three types of Goals There are 3 types - [What is a True Orphanage?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/true-orphanage/) - We know that God has used orphanages to serve people. 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Great cultures enhance the employee experience, increases productivity, retention of staff and the bottom line. Company cultures are created by people. Emotional, mental, social, and spiritual maturity among employees will definitely make for a better culture. But what are the - [Leadership is all about Human Needs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-is-all-about-human-needs/) - I love leadership. Actually, I'm passionate about it. I love it so much because I really really want to help myself, my family, and other people make their greatest contribution to the world. I have discovered that the only way to truly impact people and help them do this is through great leadership. That's a lesson - [Visualizing a positive future event can help with weight loss](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/visualizing-a-positive-future-event-can-help-with-weight-loss/) - The follow article is republished without modification from the NIH Record April 11, 2014 edition. "Dr. Leonard H. Epstein of the University at Buffalo has found that visualizing a positive future event can help control the impulse to overeat. “This is two ideas put together: the motivation to eat and the inability to delay gratification,” - [Episodic Future Thinking: Visualize Yourself into a Better Future](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/episodic-future-thinking/) - "Studies concerned with functions have identified several domains in which episodic future thinking produces performance benefits, including decision making, emotion regulation, prospective memory, and spatial navigation." https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11728911 Episodic future thinking is sometimes called episodic future imagining. Further Reading Curr Opin Behav Sci. 2017 Oct;17:41-50. Episodic Future Thinking: Mechanisms and Functions. Trends Cogn Sci. 2001 Dec - [Bargaining with Death](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bargaining-with-death/) - My wife and I just watched Black Panther and loved it. As I watched it, I was reminded of the topic for this post from a scene. After the hostile takeover of the kingdom by Erik Killmonger, T'Challa (Black Panther) goes to the land of his ancestors and meets his father. When his father beckons - [5 Things People Look for in the Leaders they Follow](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/5-things-people-look-for-in-the-leaders-they-follow/) - This article discusses 5 Things People Look for in the Leaders they Follow - [Leadership Competencies and the Human Needs they Meet](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-competencies-and-the-human-needs-they-meet/) - Dr. Sunnie Giles, the creator of Quantum Leadership, did a survey of 195 leaders in 15 countries over 30 global organizations. Participants were asked to choose the 10 most important leadership competencies from a list of 74. Looking at the results, these global leaders didn't think experience, confidence, and charisma were the top leadership competencies. Instead, - [Good is the Enemy of Great](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/good-is-the-enemy-of-great/) - As many of you know, the mission of Kenneth MD is to "Empower people to contribute their greatest Life, Work, and Leadership to the World." My passion is greatness in every aspect of life, work, and our impact on the world. One thing I've found that stands in the way of individuals and organizations going - [Position is Not Leadership](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/position-is-not-leadership/) - This article explains why Positional Leadership is an oxymoron. Position is not leadership. - [Patience is not Laziness](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/patience-is-not-laziness/) - Patience is not sitting around and doing nothing. It is not putting your life on hold and waiting for manna to fall from heaven or for someone else to make something happen. That's laziness. Patience is passionately pursuing your purpose and pouring your life into something that you believe is worthwhile even though you don't see any - [Beware of your Expectations. They can hurt you!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/beware-of-your-expectations-they-can-hurt-you/) - What Determines Satisfaction? "Prior expectations and postpurchase experience interact to influence the level of customer satisfaction." Paul G. Patterson "Satisfaction is a function of expectation as well as realization." Steven Covey Prior expectations and postpurchase product performance determine satisfaction. If you have wrong expectations, you can get a really good deal and still not - [Foods to Eat - Dr. Gundry's "Yes List"](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/foods-to-eat/) - Dr. Gundry's Plant Paradox "Yes Please" list of foods to eat. OILS • Algae oil • Olive oil • Coconut oil • Macadamia oil • MCT oil • Avocado oil • Perilla oil • Walnut oil • Red palm oil • Rice bran oil • Sesame oil • Flavored cod liver oil SWEETENERS • Stevia - [The Determinants of Health](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-determinants-of-health/) - The health of individuals and communities is determined by many different factors that we call the determinants of health. Related article: How Understanding the Determinants of Health Influences How I Partner with Patients to Create Health. I like to view the determinants of health as broken into three parts: Nature (genetic), Nurture (Environmental) and individual/behavioral determinants - [The Roseto Effect: Cohesive Relationships Reduce Prevalence of Myocardial Infarction](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-roseto-effect/) - A study of Roseto, a homogeneous Italian-American community in Pennsylvania, and other nearby towns between 1955 and 1965 lead to the conclusion that lower Myocardial Infarction rates in Roseto were due to their cohesive family and community relationships. Following a period of erosion of traditionally cohesive family and community relationships, Myocardial infarction rates in Roseto - [Goals without Daily Living Standards are Dead](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/goals-without-daily-living-standards-are-dead/) - We set goals every year. Very few of us ever achieve them. Every wonder what stands in the gap between our dreams and goals and actually achieving them? This article points out that missing link, helping you gain a new perspective that can help turn on the light bulb for you and help you start achieving your goals. - [6 Things that Influence Our Perception](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/things-that-influence-our-perception/) - We see things not as they are, but as we are. Many wise teachers have used the quote above over the last several centuries. And it is so true. We see the world through the lenses of our own experiences. We think that we see the world as it is, but the truth is that - [Anger and Hostility are Associated with Future Coronary Heart Disease](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/anger-and-hostility-are-associated-with-future-coronary-heart-disease/) - A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology in 2009 showed found that anger and hostility were associated with Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) outcomes both in healthy and CHD populations. The researchers recommended that besides conventional physical and pharmacological interventions psychological management focusing on anger and hostility should be considered in - [The Power of Individuality](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-power-of-individuality/) - Our individuality is a powerful tool for success - [The Calling Bias](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-calling-bias/) - Ask yourself, "What needs do I see in the world around me as the most pressing?"Without being scientific and looking up any data, in your opinion, what is the "world's greatest need"? What inventions does the world need the most? We see the world through the lenses of our calling. I have observed that we - [What is "Good"? The Attributes of GOOD](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-good/) - This article discusses the attributes of Good. - [Are Your Good Intentions Leading to Harm?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/are-your-good-intentions-leading-to-harm/) - I’m an American citizen and love my Christian brothers and sisters in the West tremendously. With that love, I urge us to heed to the teaching of this story. - [Four Dimensions of Health](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/four-dimensions-of-health/) - These four dimensions of health are extremely important when considering ministry to orphans and vulnerable children who are often complex and traumatized - [5 Rules of Success](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/5-rules-of-success/) - Former California governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger gave a moving talk on his 5 rules of success. Below, I share them with you and encourage you to watch the video. Find your vision, and follow it. Never ever think small. Think Big. Ignore the naysayers. Work your ass off. Don't just take. Give back. Everything the governor - [Anchoring bias and your life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/anchoring-bias-and-your-life/) - Mr. Smith is a 70-year old man who was admitted from the emergency department with nausea and vomiting after receiving chemotherapy two days earlier. At the time of admission, he was diagnosed with dehydration and acute kidney injury. Over the next 3 days, his condition worsened. The diagnosis was then changed to sepsis with multiple organ - [How to Evaluate and Promote Talent](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-evaluate-and-promote-talent/) - In the following video, renown business leader, Jack Welch discusses how to manage performance, promote or fire people. Pearls from the video "First, you have to have a mission and a purpose. Where are you going? People have to have a purpose. A mission and purpose are critical. Next, you have to have "How are - [7 Fundamental Human Needs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-fundamental-human-needs/) - In the 1940's Abraham Maslow proposed a theory in psychology called The Hierarchy of Needs. In this theory, Maslow argued that every person has inherent human needs that must be met in order for a well-rounded, psychologically healthy individual. The more you work with orphans or vulnerable children, the more you will see the damage - [Why Vulnerability is Important](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-vulnerability-is-important/) - Vulnerability is key to connecting and communicating. It is especially important when dealing with children who have come from a hard background - [How to Approach God in Prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-approach-god-in-prayer/) - In this video learn how we can pray to God by approaching Him in a way that will help you get results. Teach these principles to the orphans you work with - [Generous Thinking will Make Your Life so Much Better](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/generous-thinking-will-make-your-life-so-much-better/) - Generous thinking assumes the best about people Generous thinking and my specialist consultant Recently, I consulted a specialist to see one of my hospitalized patients. I was hoping to get her recommendation the same day I consulted her. Two days later, I hadn't gotten it and I need to come up with a plan for - [A New Definition of Greatness](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-new-definition-of-greatness/) - Ram Truck Uses a Talk by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a Super Bowl Commercial As many of you know, on Sunday 2/4/2018, the Super Bowl LII was played. For the first time, I watched an entire Super Bowl game, not just the halftime performance as was my custom. I was cheering for the underdogs, - [What if Your Orphans Had a Choice, Would They Choose You?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-if-your-orphans-had-a-choice-would-they-choose-you/) - If the orphans or the poor people you take care of had a choice, would they choose you and your organization? - [How to be a Great PAL: 3 Keys Ingredients to a Great Relationship](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-be-a-great-pal-3-keys-ingredients-to-a-great-relationship/) - Three keys to a Great Relationship - [How to Write a Newsletter](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-write-a-newsletter/) - If you are a missionary, lead a nonprofit, a church or any other type of organization, you will need a newsletter to communicate your message and keep sponsors up to date. - [Why I Recommend High-Intensity Lifestyle Change to My Obese Patients](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-recommend-high-intensity-lifestyle-change-to-my-obese-patients/) - Obesity is a chronic disease. The good news is that it is reversible. However, the cause of obesity is complicated. Obesity is multifactorial and impacted by social, spiritual (beliefs & values), cultural, behavioral, metabolic, and genetic factors. We know that 2/3 of the United States population is either overweight or obese. We can identify the - [What is Wealth? The Four Dimentions of Wealth](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-wealth-the-four-dimentions-of-wealth/) - Wealth is not something that we as individuals can possess and own. It’s something that we govern for the benefit of all. - [The TIME framework of leadership](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-time-framework-of-leadership/) - A few years ago, in my search for a better way to define leadership, I stumbled on the work of international leadership strategist Nikos Mourkogiannis. In his book, titled "Purpose: The Starting Point of Great Companies", he talks about the TIME framework that gives four essential actions that every leader must master. • "Think: Devise a - [Why do I Refer my Obese Patients to Counseling?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-do-i-refer-my-obese-patients-to-counseling/) - This post explains why one medical doctor refers many of his obese patients to counseling. - [Religious Values Can Help us Solve Global Challenges, Tony Blair](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/religious-values-can-help-us-solve-global-challenges-tony-blair/) - This post shows how religious values can be used to solve global health challenges. - [The Secret Ingredient to Effective Ministry](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-secret-ingredient-to-effective-ministry/) - It wasn't until God called me to pause my medical career and serve orphans full-time that by His Grace, I really learned the need for complete surrender and respect for spiritual authority. - [How to Treat Constipation Without Using Medications](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-treat-constipation-without-using-medications/) - Constipation can be effectively treated and prevented without medications. In this article, I show you how to do that. - [In a Conflict, Who Should Initiate Reconciliation?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/in-a-conflict-who-should-initiate-reconciliation/) - In a conflict resolution, the stronger party has the moral obligation to initiate reconciliation by going to the weaker party to initiate a peace process that will lead to lasting peace. I was listening to an interview with Nelson Mandella and heard him mention that same principle. - [Our Brains Create Our Emotions, And We Can Control Them](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/our-brains-create-our-emotions-and-we-can-control-them/) - We've known for thousands of years now that our thoughts, words, and actions affect how we feel (our emotions). Scientific research in the last few decades has confirmed that. I recently came across the following presentation that reminds us of this truth. Check it out and share if you like it. Related article: Your thoughts - [Opportunity Comes in Waves, Get Ready To Surf](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/opportunity-comes-in-waves-get-ready-to-surf/) - Bill Gross, the founder of Idealab did a study. Idealab has started over a hundred companies. Many of them have been billion-dollar successes and others have failed miserably. He wanted to find out what was the single biggest reason why startups succeed. Why do some startups succeed and others don't? He selected five factors: Idea - [An Amazing Example of an Adoption That Was Done Well](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/an-amazing-example-of-an-adoption-that-was-done-well/) - Adoption is the most amazing thing when it's done right. Over the past few years, we have seen a lot of adoptions that have caused a lot of harm. I know this because, since 2005, I've founded and led an orphan care organization that has adopted children both internationally and locally. We slowed our international - [When an iMac is too Slow](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-an-imac-is-too-slow/) - Some things you can do. Go to the Apple icon on the top left-hand corner. Then go to Restart. Uncheck "Reopen Windows When Logging In" Press and hold the Command key and double tab the "tab" key while continuing to hold the Command key. It shows you the programs that are currently running. If you - [How to Develop any New Habit](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-develop-a-new-habit-2/) - “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.”Aristotle Here is what I have discovered is an effective strategy for developing a new habit, no matter what the habit is. Whether you want to create habits that will allow you to become slim on purpose, live a healthy life, - [Idea Meritocracy and Radical Transparency at Work](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/idea-meritocracy-and-radical-transparency-at-work/) - In this article, Ray Dalio shows you how radical transparency and algorithmic decision-making is the way to Create a Company Where the Best Ideas Win. - [Prevent Divorce by Doing this One Thing](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prevent-divorce-by-doing-this-one-thing/) - We all know that divorce is an epidemic. We know the statistics that say that about 50% of marriages end in divorce. In many places now, people avoid marriage and simply cohabit to avoid divorce. Many divorce filings in court cite irreconcilable differences as the reason for divorce. This represents the complex nature of human relations - [How Halle Berry Stays Slim Fit](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-halle-berry-stays-slim-fit/) - For several years now, I've been helping my patients lose weight, keep it off, and increase their health overall. Besides my extensive research and training in the area, I've been the guinea pig and tried all of the principles that I teach my patients. I lost 50 lbs myself and saw amazing results with my - [How will people remember and evaluate you?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-will-people-remember-and-evaluate-you/) - This article emphasizes prioritizing caring for people over trying to help them do their jobs because in the end, that's what they will remember most. - [What is wealth? The Four Dimensions of Wealth](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-wealth-the-four-dimensions-of-wealth/) - Wealth isn't just about money as most people think. Wealth can be described in four dimensions: Physical, Psychological, Spiritual, and Social. - [Family Based Orphan Care & Orphanage Based Orphan Care](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/family-based-orphan-care-orphanage-based-orphan-care/) - This is a great video from CAFO's YouTube channel about family based orphanages. - [Two Inner Voices from Two Natures](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/two-inner-voices-from-two-natures/) - The Conflict of Two Natures We all hear inner voices. Some people may call it self-talk. How we treat these inner voices plays a big role in how our lives turn out. You can break them into the negative and positive voices or good and evil voices or however makes sense for you to separate - [Purpose vs. Calling](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/purpose-vs-calling/) - What is the difference between purpose and calling? This article helps you understand the difference between God's purpose and calling for us. - [Where should you start your ministry?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/where-should-you-start-your-ministry/) - Start where you can win by paying a price that you can afford and are happy to pay. - [Savor your food](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/savor-your-food/) - Taking time to savor your food is a great eating habit that can help anybody lose and maintain a healthy weight. - [The first key principle of effective poverty alleviation is....](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-key-principle-of-effective-poverty-alleviation-is/) - Love doesn't only rescue, it respects. It doesn't force itself on someone and it doesn't intrude. - [Fasting for mental and physical clarity](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/fasting-for-mental-and-physical-clarity/) - I think fasting is a crucial but forgotten part of healthy living. It has unlimited potential. Check out this video and hopefully be encouraged to fast. - [Emotional First Aid](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/emotional-first-aid/) - Many times, we focus too much on physical first aid and health but pay almost no attention to emotional health or first aid. Many of the orphans or vulnerable children you will serve have encountered serious emotional injuries such as depression, abandonment, isolation, etc. Watch this great TED Talk about emotional first aid! - [How to Conduct Interviews](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-conduct-interviews/) - [People aren't Lazy. They Simply Have Goals That Do Not Inspire Them](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/people-arent-lazy-they-simply-have-goals-that-do-not-inspire-them/) - "People are not Lazy. They Simply Have Goals That Do Not Inspire Them" Anthony Robbins. Do you believe that quote? - [What do you want to do when you grow up?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-do-you-want-to-do-when-you-grow-up/) - Recently, I asked one of my 3-year-old patients. "Jamie, what do you want to be when you grow up?" "A pig, I wanna be a pig", she said smiling broadly, and very proudly. "Huh? A what?" I queried. Her mum who had burst into laughter at her response helped me clarify, "She wants to be pig" - [Beware of Adoption Scams](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/beware-of-adoption-scams/) - "My mom was tricked," 7-year-old adopted child, Mata, says. She never wanted to give me up for adoption. - [Everybody Needs Emotional First Aid as Much Physical First Aid](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/everybody-needs-emotional-first-aid-as-much-physical-first-aid/) - [Fast 5: Intermittent Fasting by Eating All Your Daily Food Intake Within a 5-Hour Window](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/fast-5-intermittent-fasting-by-eating-all-your-daily-food-intake-within-a-5-hour-window/) - Fast 5: Intermittent Fasting by Eating All Your Daily Food Intake Within a 5-Hour Window - [Reversing Type 2 Diabetes with a Low Carb High Fat Diet](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/reversing-type-2-diabetes-with-a-low-carb-high-fat-diet/) - [Cooperation vs. Competing](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/cooperation-vs-competing/) - Life puts us through a process of character transformation. It's much easier for us to cooperate with life in that process than to try to resist it. - [People Are Motivated By Vision, Not Need](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/people-are-motivated-by-vision-not-need/) - Many times, people try to persuade others to do something through inadvertent guilt trips. But this is not the way to go! - [Why Fasting Improves Brain Function](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-fasting-improves-brain-function/) - Mark Mattson is the current Chief of the Laboratory of Neurosciences at the National Institute on Aging. He is also a professor of Neuroscience at The Johns Hopkins University. Mattson is one of the foremost researchers in the area of cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, and amyotrophic - [Chronic Stress is Toxic to Your Health](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/chronic-stress-is-toxic-to-your-health/) - The Health Consequences of Adverse Childhood Experiences: Role of the Family Physician. http://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/1215/p822.html Life Event, Stress and Illness. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3341916/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK43737/ Up to 90 % of visits to primary care physicians are due to stress "The prevalence of stress in primary care is high; 60% to 80% of visits may have a stress-related component" JAMA Intern - [Everybody Has a Calling](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/everybody-has-a-calling/) - Everybody has a calling and your real job in life is to figure that out and go about doing it. - [The Power of Setting Goals, by Denzel Washington](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-power-of-setting-goals-by-denzel-washington/) - [Are You Cut Out to Start an Organization?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/are-you-cut-out-to-start-an-organization/) - From a biblical perspective, we can't do whatever we choose even if it's noble and charitable. Deciding what we do in life is the sole province of God. He decides, we act. - [Boards of Advisors vs. Board of Directors](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/boards-of-advisors-vs-board-of-directors/) - [Ten Qualities of Great Board Members](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ten-qualities-of-great-board-members/) - [How to Hire Great Members for Your Board of Directors](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-hire-great-members-for-your-board-of-directors/) - In this video, I give some great suggestions on how to go about recruiting the right members for your organization's board of directors. - [Healing, Forgiveness, and Direction](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/stephaniestestimony/) - This is my testimony of forgiveness, healing, and redemption in my first ever spoken word video! - [How to Get the Most out of a Text: The Decomposition of a Passage](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-a-text-the-decomposition-of-a-passage/) - When I was a Professor at Servants University, I taught a course on Hermeneutics, the science and art of interpreting any text. I just listened to it now and feel really blessed by it! As many of you know, I'm passionate about research and learning. Sharing my research results and how I'm learning and changing - [How to Be a Phenomenal Person, by Oprah](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-be-a-phenomenal-person-by-oprah/) - Oprah inspired me in this talk. From beginning to end, it's amazing. I particularly loved, to hear her talk about the Power of Speaking Into Being, something that I personally believe and have practiced for years now. I also loved the following quote from Oprah's talk: "What I learned from 4773 shows on the Oprah - [It's Hard to Have Faith if You Don't Do This One Key Thing](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/its-hard-to-have-faith-if-you-dont-do-this-one-key-thing/) - True faith is build on knowledge of truth, it's not built on sand; it's not built in the air. When we know the truth of any situation, that opens the doorway for true faith. - [The Anatomy of Trust, by Brene Brown](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-anatomy-of-trust-by-brene-brown/) - The 7 Elements of Trust In her book, Rising Strong, Research professor, Brene Brown, teaches an acronym, BRAVING, that she created for remembering the elements of the anatomy of trust--i.e. the elements that make up trust. Boundaries Reliability Accountability Vault. Integrity Non-judgment Generosity. Related Article: How to Build Trust. B.R.A.V.I.N.G Explained in Detail Boundaries are crucial. - [People are motivated by a great vision, not needs!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/people-are-motivated-by-a-great-vision-not-needs/) - Recently, I had the privilege of spending three days on a cruise ship with a small group of passionate poverty alleviation leaders. My job was to mentor and help them create a strategy for leading their nonprofit organization for the next year. - [The Easiest Way to Gain Financial Freedom, Guaranteed!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-easiest-way-to-gain-financial-freedom-guaranteed/) - Everybody I know would love to gain financial independence. We all want to reach a certain point in our lives when we can happily say we don't have to worry about money for the rest of our lives. Don't you also want that? I certainly do! However, a lot of people are going about it - [You Don't Love Someone Until...](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/you-dont-love-someone-until/) - You don't love someone until you know their weaknesses and still love them the same. We can all love a person when they do the things we love and agree with. - [A Leader Discerns the Times](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-leader-discerns-the-times/) - A leader discerns or interprets the times. A leader is able to chart the course to success because he can interpret or discern the times. Leaders discern the times. That’s how they get their vision and that’s how they lead the team to victory. By discerning / understanding the times, a leader can know which - [A Leader Finds a Way for the Team to Win](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-leader-finds-a-way-for-the-team-to-win/) - John Maxwell says, “Leaders Find a Way for the Team to Win.” Randy Pennington says, “The leader’s most important – you could say only – job is to influence others to deliver positive results. Results rule! Everything else is a discussion of the best ways to do so.” A leader guides / directs the team - [How to Live a Long, Healthy, and Happy Life; And Avoid Dimentia in Your Old Age](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-live-a-long-healthy-and-happy-life-and-avoid-dimentia-in-your-old-age/) - It's something that is available to us all...and if you can implement this into your orphan care strategy, it will change the lives of the children you serve. - [A Leader is a Servant](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-leader-is-a-servant/) - A leader is a servant. He is a steward, not an owner. The people are the owner of everything. A leader is both a servant of Truth and a servant of the people. As a servant of Truth: A leader must see things through a truth paradigm that is based on group's accepted core beliefs - [How to Find Your Calling Through Your DESIGN](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-find-your-calling/) - 6 Keys to Finding Your Calling or Element - [Relief, Rehabilitation, and Development](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/relief-rehabilitation-and-development/) - As you work with orphaned or vulnerable children, be thinking to yourself "Does this person need relief, rehabilitation, or development?" - [Talent Vs. Skills](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/talent-vs-skills/) - A talent is a natural endowment or ability of a superior quality. It is a marked innate ability. - [How to live a long, healthy and happy life; and avoid dementia in your old age](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-live-a-long-healthy-and-happy-life-and-avoid-dementia-in-your-old-age/) - The happy and healthy life is built with good relationships “There isn't time, so brief is life, for bickerings, apologies, heartburnings, callings to account. There is only time for loving, and but an instant, so to speak, for that.”. Mark Twain I recently listened to Robert Waldinger, the director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development - [When the Heavens Want to Bless you, this special thing always happens.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-the-heavens-want-to-bless-you-this-special-thing-always-happens/) - When the Heavens Shine on you and Want to Bless you When the heavens what to bless you, you don't win the lottery, you don't get someone to walk into your life and write you a fat check, you don't get a huge inheritance from a passing relative. I'm not saying these things are necessarily - [7 Steps to Creating Last Positive Change](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-steps-to-creating-last-positive-change/) - The children that you work with are probably going through a major change in their lives, or they need to. - [You Need Both Supernatural Favor and Individual Effort for Success to Occur](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/you-need-both-supernatural-favor-and-individual-effort-for-success-to-occur/) - Think of any successful person. Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Steve Jobs, Mother Teresa, Billy Graham, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Do you think Bill Gates was the most qualified computer programmer or entrepreneur in his day? Do you think that the reason he started Microsoft and succeeded was simply because he was the most qualified - [Teaching vs. Telling: Are you Teaching or Telling?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/teaching-vs-telling-are-you-teaching-or-telling/) - Over the last 12 years, I've had the privilege of mentoring many people from different backgrounds. Something I remember emphasizing with them is the difference between teaching and telling. I teach my mentees this principle: An ounce of teaching is better than a pound of telling. It's better to get a little teaching than a - [Faith is Vision](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/faith-is-vision/) - Faith and vision are one and the same thing. This article shows how that is. - [What is the difference between calling and mission?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-difference-between-calling-and-mission/) - When you start getting into understanding personal and organizational leadership, you will start meeting words like purpose, calling, mission, vision, strategy, etc. These words are all important. And we need to understand what they mean because they shape how we think and understand others. A lot of people wonder, what is the difference between a - [When the Center Cannot Hold and Things Fall Apart](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-the-center-cannot-hold-and-things-fall-apart-3/) - Take a moment to think about the title of this article. You may notice it is a line from William Butler Yeats' poem, The Second Coming. - [The 5 Conflict Resolution Styles or Modes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-5-conflict-resolution-styles-or-modes/) - When working with anyone - adults, children, family, community members, etc. - odds are you will run into some conflict. - [The Five Conflict Resolution Styles or Modes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-five-conflict-resolution-styles-or-modes/) - A few years ago, I did a video on the five conflict resolution styles for a conflict transformation course I was teaching at Servants University in Austin Texas. Check it out. I think it could bless you. - [Leading is loving](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leading-is-loving/) - Loving is sacrificing and serving. Love is laying down one's life for our fellow human beings. In the context of leadership, love is laying down our lives for those we serve as leaders, putting their interests first before our own. The greatest statement I've ever encountered on how to love comes from Jesus of Nazareth, - [The Ultimate Dream Killer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-ultimate-dream-killer/) - So, you have a dream? Perhaps to start an orphanage, an orphan care ministry, or foster a child? How do you protect that dream from the snares and weeds of this life? In this TED Talk, Barbara Sher shares what she thinks the ultimate dream killer is... - [The Leadership Situation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-leadership-situation/) - What is a leadership Situation? Early in 2017, I was reviewing some resources to further develop myself in the area of public speaking when I stumbled on the concept of the rhetorical situation. In case you are wondering what rhetoric is, public speaking is basically rhetoric. A rhetorical situation is "the context of a rhetorical - [7 Great Ways to Open a Speech](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/seven-great-ways-to-open-a-speech/) - ”It usually takes me more than three weeks to prepare a good impromptu speech.” – Mark Twain The first 30 seconds of your speech or presentation are the most important. It can make or break your presentation. For a strong opening, you can use: 1. Start with a story Starting with a story, I believe, - [The Secret to Self-Control](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-secret-to-self-control/) - Researcher, Jonathan Bricker, says "the secret to self-control is to give up control." I call that living the surrendered life. The life with no guilt, no shame, no condemnation. Check out this video and his research. - [What is the Ultimate Dream Killer?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-ultimate-dream-killer/) - If someone were to ask you, what is the greatest dream killer of all? What would you say? I recently watched a talk by Barbara Sher in which she argues that we have to change our common understanding of why we so often fail to bring our dreams into reality. She says blaming bad attitude, - [How to Grow A Company](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-grow-a-company/) - The answer is pretty simple. You grow a company or business by growing the people in that company. When you grow your people, their capacity increases. As their capacity increases, they will grow the quality of your products or services. In addition, their ability to impact your customers and serve them well will also grow. Great - [7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Mentor or adviser that is Right for you](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-things-to-consider-when-choosing-a-mentor-or-adviser-that-is-right-for-you/) - In 2005, a lot of things were changing in my life that I thought I needed a mentor. I was beginning medical school and was also actively running an orphan care organization that I had started only two months prior. I wanted to be able to succeed at both. To find a good mentor, you need - [What do you do when you hit a plateau?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-do-you-do-when-you-hit-a-plateau/) - What you do when you hit a plateau says a lot about your ability to become successful. When you hit a plateau, do you say, "Woe is me. I am stuck. I knew I couldn't do this?" or do you say, "I know I can do this. I need to step back and try a - [A Great Way to Gain Perspective When Learning Something](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-great-way-to-gain-perspective/) - When you can't see the forest for the trees Have you ever noticed yourself diving deep into the details of something that you forget the big picture? Maybe, not you, ;). Have you at least noticed someone else diving too deep into the details that they forget the big picture? Gaining perspective is crucial to the learning - [Where to Find the Tools We Need to Change The World](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/where-to-find-the-tools-we-need-to-change-the-world/) - We all know that to change the world, we must first start with changing ourselves. It seems that there are two natures within us. On the one hand, we believe that we can change ourselves and the world around us. As such, we set goals and initiate change. Sometimes, we succeed. Most often, we don't. - [God Fights: How to Overcome Intolerance and Create a Better World For Everyone](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/god-fights/) - The Overwhelming Majority of the World Believe in a Universal God or Spirit According to the Pew Research group, 89% of American's believe in God. We find God referenced by presidents from both parties frequently. They often close their speeches with God bless America. We find “In God We Trust” on our currency and the phrase - [Your Strengths Will Open Doors For You](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/your-strengths-will-open-doors-for-you/) - Former U.S. President, Barack Obama, sent a congratulatory text to Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant following the team's June 2017 championship win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team should soon be going to the White House to meet the president. I have never gotten a text from the former president and have never been - [The One Thing I Want to Teach My Kids Before I Die](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-one-thing-i-want-to-teach-my-kids-before-i-die-2/) - We are all dying, even if one is in complete health right now. We are born dying. From the cradle to the grave, each second that passes puts us closer to our graves. That has to get us thinking about the future. - [The Benefits of Failure and the Crucial Importance of Imagination, by J.K. 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Whether you are a fan of missions or not, - [The 5 Words that Will Give You an Amazing Life, Guaranteed!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-5-words-that-will-give-you-an-amazing-life/) - Words have power. They can create and destroy life. They can cause happiness and depression. Words can create wealth or destroy it. They can build a reputation or ruin it. In fact, everything that has ever been created or invented by humans started with a word. The word is more powerful than we can ever - [Finding Your Passion is Like Choosing a Spouse](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/finding-your-passion-is-like-choosing-a-spouse/) - Passion is both something you discover and something you choose, just like a spouse. It's Like Dating There is no simple one-size-fits-all formula for finding one's passion. Having said that, finding our passion isn't supposed to be difficult. It's simple, yet not easy. It's so simple that everyone who searches deeply with a teachable heart - [Leadership is a Responsibility](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-is-a-responsibility/) - “You’ve observed how poor leaders throw their weight around, how quickly a little power goes to their heads. It’s not going to be that way with you. Whoever wants to be great must become a servant. Whoever wants to be first among you must be your slave. That is what the Son of Man has - [One Key to Enhancing Your Performance in Anything You Do](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/one-key-to-enhancing-your-performance-in-anything-you-do-2/) - What has worked for you in the past, and currently works for you today, may not be able to take you to the next level of your success or performance. Recently, I was working with a group of highly successful people who wanted to improve their performance but were having difficulty. I quickly realized that their - [I am: How to Build or Destroy your Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/i-am-how-to-build-or-destroy-your-life/) - The Spirit of "I am" On my job, I have the privilege of seeing people when they are not feeling their best. There are two kinds of people I see every day. People who embrace their mountains of challenges and become broken and transformed for the better as they walk through them and there are - [How to Coach Someone](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-coach-someone/) - Use these 7 steps of coaching when working with your team members, staff, or older children in your program. - [Pacing Yourself During Speed Reading](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/pacing-yourself-during-speed-reading/) - In an article I wrote for KevinMD.com, I mentioned how speed reading helped me improve my performance during residency. I have gotten several questions from people who are interested in knowing how I went about speed reading. Below, I share pacing techniques I use to pace myself as I read in order to improve my - [How to Create Passion](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-create-passion/) - A lot of people view interests and passion as something that is only to be discovered. There are a lot of books on how to identify your interests and passion. Very little is said about how to create passion. Yet, there are many people out there who say they don't have any interests or passions - [Teaching your children respect](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/teaching-your-children-respect-2/) - As parents, we want our children to learn our values. Sometimes we struggle to figure out how, exactly, to do that. We might try to explain what we believe in, or instruct children how to behave, but ultimately, it is what we do that often has the greatest impact on children. They watch us. And they see everything...even the things we wish they didn't notice us doing. - [7 Steps to create lasting positive change in your life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-steps-to-create-lasting-positive-change-in-your-life/) - Every new year we set new goals to create life changes that we believe would make our lives better. Most of us don't make it through the first month. We all know how it feels when we fall off the bandwagon. It doesn't help our self-confidence or our self-esteem. Deep inside, we all desire to - [Mindset: For as he thinks in his heart, so he is](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/mindset-for-as-he-thinks-in-his-heart-so-he-is/) - There are some things in life that we cannot change. For example, we cannot change our genes. Genes from our parents are sorted in particular ways to create a completely unique human being. We are the result of that process and have no control over it. It's out of our hands. We don't control our - [Hosting a Fundraising Event - What's Your Goal?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hosting-a-fundraising-event-whats-your-goal/) - If you don't have a goal, you won't make plans to achieve that goal and will get distracted along the way. And don't just set out to exist - set out to win! - [3 Ways to Create a Life where Everyone has a Higher Purpose (Mark Zuckerberg's Harvard Commencement Address)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/facebook-founder-mark-zuckerbergs-harvard-commencement-address/) - 3 Ways to Create a Life where Everyone has a Higher Purpose (Mark Zuckerberg's Harvard Commencement Address) - [Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT): The way we think affects the way we act and feel](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/cognitive-behavior-therapy-the-way-we-think-affects-the-way-we-act-and-feel/) - It isn't so much what happens to us in life that matters but how we think about it and how we respond to it. What we think affects how we feel and behave/act. What we feel affects how we think and behave/act. What we do (behavior) affects how we think and feel. "The Three-Component - [7 Core Values of Success in Everything I Do](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-core-values-of-success-in-everything-you-do/) - If you ask my two elementary school aged boys, "what are our core values?" They will tell you our family's 7 core values without hesitation. "Praise, Passion, Relationship, Accountability, Innovation, Servanthood, and Excellence." If you ask all the orphans in our orphan care organization in Cameroon, "what are our core values?" They will rehearse the - [Why you may fail to live out your full potential](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-you-may-fail-to-live-out-your-full-potential/) - We all want to live up to our full potential. No one wants to reach the end of their life only to regret having only experienced the tip of the iceberg of their full potential. Yet, we do things every day to sabotage living up to our full potential. Canadian economist, Larry Smith, astutely observed, - [What is the rate limiting step?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-rate-limiting-step/) - This morning I overheard a surgeon talking to another about his internet speeds. "My Spectrum internet has been really slow, what is the rate-limiting step for getting faster internet speeds in our office?" I felt a warm feeling when I heard that question. I had not heard anyone talk about the rate-limiting step since my - [Motivational Interviewing: A Conversation Style that Facilitates Behavior Change](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/motivational-interviewing-a-conversation-style-that-facilitates-behavior-change/) - “If you treat an individual as he is, he will remain how he is. But if you treat him as if he were what he ought to be and could be, he will become what he ought to be and could be.”― Johann Wolfgang von Goethe What is Motivational Interviewing? A simple definition: MI is - [New Blog Series - Hosting a Fundraising Event](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/new-blog-series-hosting-a-fundraising-event/) - Fundraising is complex part of the nonprofit sector, but holding annual events can be a great and easy way to get your feet wet in this area. - [Agenda Mapping: Developing a Shared Agenda](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/agenda-mapping/) - Learn the ins and outs of agenda mapping. This article will teach you how to effectively set an agenda with a client, partner, any other party. Creating a shared agenda will make the time you spend together much more productive. - [The Skill of Self-Confidence](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-skill-of-self-confidence/) - Dr. Ivan Joseph nails the skill of self-confidence in this video. He says you develop it by: Persistence. Repetition and not quitting. Malcolm Gladwell talks about the 10,000 hr rule. It took 1,000 to 10,000 trials for Edison to make the light bulb. He didn't quit. Self-talk. Stop negative self-talk. Repeat positive self-talk. You need to have - [Good Food on a Tight Budget](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/good-food-on-a-tight-budget/) - We have allowed the food industry to make and sell proceed foods that cause us to be fat, tired, depressed, and sick. It's time to take back our health. And the way to do that is through the food we eat. To fight back, I encourage all my patients to start making the food they - [7 Steps to Coaching Anyone](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-steps-to-coaching-anyone/) - Coaching and Mentoring Framework In this video, Dan Rockwell shares a 7 step coaching framework that he uses with his clients. He uses the mnemonic PIT SIT'N to remember it. Rockwell encourages us not to answer people's problems but instead give them what you have--Help them move forward. - [How to Ask and Receive From Others](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-ask-and-receive-from-others/) - This is a hard lesson for many people to learn and many of us go about it in the wrong ways. However, ministry work - regardless of what type, size, or location - is not a one man show. - [8 Ways to Overcome an aggressively Competitive Coworker Without Losing Your Cool](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/8-ways-to-overcome-an-aggressively-competitive-coworker-without-losing-your-cool/) - Have you ever worked in an environment where there was a very competitive, even aggressive coworker? Sometimes you may even feel that they were attacking you personally or trying to make you fail or put themselves ahead of you. - [The Language You Speak Affects Your Behavior, Research Shows](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-power-of-language/) - The Power of Language to Shape Our Behavior We've known for thousands of years that we become what we repeatedly think. I'm reminded of the ancient proverb, "As a man thinks in his heart, so is he." Our thoughts are powerful beyond our wildest imagination. I recently heard a speaker say that people are not - [How to Soar After Losing an Election or Competition of Any Size](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-soar-after-losing-an-election-or-competition-of-any-size/) - Recently I was coaching James, an influential and very successful leader, after he lost a competitive election for a prestigious position. It was a well-fought election. He thought he was the most qualified candidate and had the most to bring to the table to benefit the voters. But the voters didn't feel the same way. - [Leadership is Contextual!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-is-contextual/) - What do I mean by "leadership is contextual"? I mean that being competent to lead one company doesn't mean that I will be equally competent to lead in another company with a different culture. It means that being competent to lead one city doesn't mean that I will be competent to lead another city. Mark Zuckerberg might be a great - [The 3 Passions of Every Successful Organization](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-3-passions-of-every-successful-organization/) - Every successful business or organization on the planet loves to do three things. I use the word love intentionally because, without passion in these three crucial areas, it's hard to make sufficient progress to success. 1. Passion for Making a great product. Successful companies, like Apple, have people who are passionate about the product and seek - [Are you solving or preventing problems?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/are-you-solving-or-preventing-problems/) - "Intellectuals Solve Problems, Geniuses Prevent them" Albert Einstein. As leaders, we all have to tackle some serious problems in life. However, if we spend most of our time solving problems instead of preventing them, we will come up short. Do you remember the old adage, "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"? - [The 4 Powers of Leadership](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-4-powers-of-leadership/) - As I've discussed in other articles on this site, the human being (total person) or soul is made up of four parts in a synergistic relationship. The four relationships Heart (Spirit or Will) Mind Body (Strength) Social connectedness Leadership is something that involves the total person or soul. Leadership starts with the spirit and mind - [3 Ways to Become a Great Leader](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/3-ways-to-become-a-great-leader/) - In my work studying and coaching leaders over the last decade, I've been reminded over and over again that leaders don't become great by mere happenstance. They grow themselves intentionally by doing the following three things. 1. Great Leaders anticipate change. President Abraham Lincoln famously said, "The best way to predict your future is to create - [How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-childhood-trauma-affects-health-across-a-lifetime/) - This is a great video by Nadine Burke Harris about the effects of severe trauma on children throughout their lifetime. - [Why you need a coach](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-you-need-a-coach/) - “You will never maximize your potential in any area without coaching. It is impossible. You may be good. You may even be better than everyone else. But without outside input, you will never be as good as you could be. We all do better when somebody is watching and evaluating…Self-evaluation is helpful, but evaluation from - [How to find fulfillment in life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-find-fulfillment-in-life/) - It's no secret but we all need to be reminded. The way to find fulfillment in life is to do something for someone else, not for yourself. It's not self-help but helping others. For more on this, check out my blog, the 7 fundamental human needs. Do you have a strategy for actively helping make - [Why you should say and do only what you believe](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-you-should-say-and-do-only-what-you-believe/) - Whether in personal relationships with friends or in business relationships with our customers, whether in private or on social media, we are tempted to say and do things that make us fit it. We want to say things in our relationships with friends and colleagues that they want to hear. We want to say things and - [Issues of Character vs. Issues of Competence](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/issues-of-character-vs-issues-of-competence/) - We are always going through issues. We are either in one right now, just finishing one, or are about to enter another. That's life. If someone were to ask you this question: Are the issues you are going through right now issues of character or issues of competence? What would you say? Almost always, we are - [You have more control over your life than you think](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/you-have-more-control-over-your-life-than-you-think/) - "Life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it." Chuck Swindoll There are many things about life that we cannot control. We don't control the weather. We don't control when, where, and how you are born. Some of us are born in the slums of Nairobi, others are born during - [The Power of Effectively Training Up A Child](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-power-of-effectively-training-up-a-child/) - Taking shoes off by the piano A mum taught her little 3 year old girl and her friends to take their shoes off and put them near the piano so that none of them would trip over them and fall. Now 21 years old, the young woman visited her mother and took her shoes off - [Helping Children Integrate in Their Communities](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/community-integration/) - Integrating a child with their community is key for sustainable and excellent solutions to the orphan crisis. - [12 Ways to Excel on your Board Exams](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/12-ways-to-excel-on-your-board-exams/) - "Excellence is an art won by training and habituation. We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have those because we have acted rightly. We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit." --Aristotle. Most doctors are very bright people. I believe that - [10 Ways Your Mindset Determines Your Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/10-ways-your-mindset-determines-your-life/) - Your mindset will determine your life. It determines your life by determining: -Your thoughts -Your words -Your emotions -Your decisions -Your health -Your relationships -Your leadership -Your wealth -Your lifespan -Your legacy. Watch your thoughts. Be careful what you think, because your thoughts run your life. Your thoughts are powered and determined by your mindset. - [Breastfeeding may reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome in addition to helping mother lose weight, study shows](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/breastfeeding-may-reduce-the-risk-of-metabolic-syndrome-in-addition-to-helping-mother-lose-weight-study-shows/) - From previous research, we know that mothers who breastfeed lose the pregnancy weight earlier. Breastfeeding is also associated with a reduction in the risk of both breast and ovarian cancers. A recent study of more than 4,700 Korean women looked at the relationship between the duration of lifelong duration of breastfeeding and the development of - [The Spirit of Minimalism](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-spirit-of-minimalism/) - "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." Paul of Tarsus Paul wasn't referring to minimalism when he made that statement. Yet, I think minimalism at the core is a spirit. It is a spirit of freedom from everything that holds us back from living the - [Everyone Doesn't Matter to You](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/everyone-doesnt-matter-to-you/) - A lot of times, when we do something, whether it is composing a song, writing a book, creating an artwork, food in a restaurant, in fact, any product or service you can think of, we want to do it in a way that appeals to everyone. 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This isn't new information as - [Delegating to my 7 year old](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/delegating-to-my-7-year-old/) - This morning, I taught my 7-year-old son how to vacuum the floor. He did a really good job. It took me at least three times as long as it would have if I had just vacuumed the house myself. In my estimation, I will need to supervise him vacuum two or three more times. After - [Choosing Your Strategy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/choosing-your-strategy/) - “Every organization is perfectly designed to get the results it gets.” Arthur Jones “Every system is perfectly designed to get the results it gets.” Paul B. Batalden, MD Strategy is how an organization is designed. 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Yet, we - [Life is not measured by how much we own](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/life-is-not-measured-by-how-much-we-own/) - "A person's life does not consist in an abundance of possessions." Jesus of Nazareth That is arguably the most powerful statement on minimalism I've ever heard. Life is not measured by how much we own. Life has nothing to do with possessions. Life uses possessions but doesn't need possession to exist and thrive. Yet, we - [6 Stages of Grooming - Child Sexual Abuse](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/6-stages-of-grooming/) - Unfortunately, in our world, there are many people who aim to harm the young, innocent, and vulnerable. Oftentimes children are victims in tragic and horrific crimes, whether that be sexual, emotional, or physical. 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Here is why: Naturally slim seems to - [The Social Shark: Lessons from the Shark Tank for the Social Entrepreneur](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-social-shark-lessons-from-the-shark-tank-for-the-social-entrepreneur/) - ABC's Shark Tank is one of my favorite TV shows. I think it's one of the few shows that teaches skills that one can use in life. I'm also a social entrepreneur. From childhood, I've always felt the urge to stand up for the voiceless and weak. Perhaps because I always counted myself one of - [What is the Image of Christ?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-image-of-christ/) - As Christians, we are called to grow into the image of Christ. But what is the image of Christ? - [The difference between Governing and Leading](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-difference-between-governing-and-leading-2/) - Understanding the difference between governing and leading and knowing which of the two to emphasize and when will make you an effective team member. Organizations that understand this difference and use it appropriately excel. So what's the difference between governing and leading? Thefreedictionary.com says to "govern" means: 1. To make and administer the public policy - [S.M.A.R.T Feedback](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/s-m-a-r-t-feedback/) - Have you ever been given negative feedback that after everything was done, you didn't know exactly what actions you did were wrong or perceived as wrong and as a result didn't know how to go about correcting the mistake that you apparently made even though you are honestly willing to do so? 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Your truth - your - [Don't kid with your demons!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/dont-kid-with-your-demons-2/) - Here is a true story. There was a woman who struggled with quitting smoking for a long time. Then she finally made it and quit smoking for a whole year. On the one-year anniversary of her quitting smoking, she decided to smoke just one stick of cigarette to celebrate. She hasn't stopped smoking since. She - [Newsletter #007 - Tap Into What's Inside](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tap-into-whats-inside/) - Our thoughts shape our words, actions, and feelings. And the way to connect with ourselves, other people, and at-risk children begins inside yourself. - [It took my mechanic just one minute!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/it-took-my-mechanic-just-one-minute/) - A few days ago, my old Honda accord gear got stuck in the parking mode. When I started the car, it wouldn't move from park to drive. 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If you were to ask them, they don't even know how to change it. But there is one way we can - [Post-Traumatic Growth](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/post-traumatic-growth/) - PTSD is very common to experience in orphan care because many of them have gone through a number of traumatic events. However, there is hope. - [Learning Social Skills](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/learning-social-skills/) - Recently, while at work and observing the interaction between people, I began to think that medicine is a lot about social skills. Of course competence in diagnosing and treating disease is crucial. Most people who are board certified in their specialties have the competency needed in diagnosing and treating disease. From the time one enters - [Why I work harder to please people now](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-work-harder-to-please-people-now-2/) - Why I work harder to please people now - [Newsletter #006 - Passion: From the Inside Out](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/passion-from-the-inside-out/) - You want people to be excited to join and help your cause. But they won't do that unless they see the passion within you. - [The Power of Love](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-power-of-love/) - There is no weapon more powerful than love. There is no force more omnipotent than love. With love, a sheep can calm the wrath of a lion. Love has the power to break every chain. The greatest and the most powerful show their strength through love. They flex their muscle by laying down their lives, - [Posttraumatic Growth](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/posttraumatic-growth/) - We know all about posttraumatic stress disorder. We hear about it often. The pain is deep, far-reaching, life-altering, and for some people, it lasts a long time. Bad things are guaranteed to happen, even to good people. What do you do after a catastrophic event hits you? A lot of people will spiral into posttraumatic - [Leaders Give First and Go First](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leaders-give-first-and-go-first/) - In this post, Dr. Acha shares from his personal struggles and triumphs as a leader. While he was still in medical school, he started a nonprofit orphan care ministry and it was incredible difficult! He need finances to help push projects forward, but he was a struggling college student and so was everyone he knew! But then - [Everybody has an Agenda](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/everybody-has-an-agenda/) - It's the presidential election year here in the U.S. We are only a couple of months away from election day. If you turn on your TV to find the news, you will most likely get one of three kinds of agendas. Liberal agenda - From CNN, MSNBC, etc. Conservative agenda - From Fox News, etc. - [It's difficult, but I can do it](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/its-difficult-but-i-can-do-it/) - Recently, I had a very moving encounter with a patient with acute respiratory distress secondary to COPD exacerbation. My intern (let's call her Patricia), had just told me James' history (not his real name), physical exams, labs, imaging, and assessment and plan. James was an otherwise healthy man in his sixties who was on 2 - [Newsletter #005 - Setting Yourself Apart](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/setting-yourself-apart/) - One of the most important things you can do is discover your calling. In this post, we give you some insight on how your calling can truly set you apart. - [Can you have more than one calling for your life?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/can-you-have-more-than-one-calling-for-your-life/) - This is a very common question that I have gotten many times. And the simple answer to that is, YES. But the answer requires explanation. As children, we are asked, "What do you want to do when you grow up?" And almost always, the adults asking this question expect us to name one thing. When - [Understanding Your Strategic Purpose](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/understanding-your-strategic-purpose/) - [Overlooking People's Mistakes Works in Your Favor](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/overlooking-peoples-mistakes-works-in-your-favor-2/) - "A wise man restrains his anger and overlooks insults. This is to his credit." Ancient Middle Eastern Proverb A lot of people don't know this, but overlooking people's mistakes works in our favor. When someone makes a mistake, the natural response is to let them know. We hope by doing so, they will correct it. - [Three Great Public Speaking Tips](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/three-great-speaking-tips/) - I recently listened to a talk by Bo Easton in which he gives three tips for public speaking. It resonated with me because I have often talked about the same three things, and they have guided my own public speaking journey. Here they are: 1)Your Personal Story is the most valuable thing you have The - [Why You Shoudn't pay attention to every word people say](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-you-shoudnt-pay-attention-to-every-word-people-say/) - "Do not pay attention to every word people say, or you may hear your servant cursing you—for you know in your heart that many times you yourself have cursed others." King Solomon, ancient King of Israel. Lately, this quote has had a huge impact on me. I realize that often, I can be overly sensitive, - [Leaders give first. And go first.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leaders-give-first-and-go-first-2/) - "Not that I desire your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account." Paul of Tarsus Leaders go first, give first, and give sacrificially. Recently, I was coaching Danielle, a brave young woman who works as program coordinator for Shaping Destiny, a charitable organization based in Austin. She knows an amazing local - [Love is both Passion and Skill](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/love-is-both-passion-and-skill/) - Love is both passion and skill. It's both heart and head. If you make it all heart and emotion, it will become a delusion. If you make it all head and skill, it becomes impersonal and ineffective. - [A doctor's touch](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-doctors-touch/) - A doctor's touch by Abraham Verghese - [Helping People Vs. Helping People Help Themselves](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/helping-people-vs-helping-people-help-themselves/) - The best way to help people is to help them help themselves. - [Mindful Communication: How to connect deeply with people](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/mindful-communication-how-to-connect-deeply-with-people/) - With mindful communication, anyone can connect better and make a greater impact on others. We live in such a busy world. We are distracted by a million things. One minute it is a text message coming in, another it is a call from a family member. Then it is a friend or coworker. Next, is a - [What is one thing that good leaders must spend a lot of time doing? #1](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-one-thing-that-good-leaders-must-spend-a-lot-of-time-doing-1/) - There are many things that good leaders most do. One thing that every good leader must do is to spend a lot of time looking for ways to make the lives of his people better beyond the boundaries of the job. A leader must think about the future of his core people beyond the work - [Newsletter #004 - Express Yourself in the Best Way](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/express-yourself-in-the-best-way/) - Here are som some tips to improve your communication so that you are successful in getting your message across. - [People Come Before Money](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/people-come-before-money/) - Successful companies and entrepreneurs put people before money. They value adding value to people more than increasing the value of their stocks. In the following video, Simon Sinek sheds some light on that. - [Your Actions Influence Those Around You](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/your-actions-influence-those-around-you/) - What we do influence those around us. Your children are watching everything you do. - [What is the Most Common Root Cause of Serious Problems Within Your Relationships?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-most-common-root-cause-of-serious-problems-within-your-relationships/) - According to the Joint Commissions's sentinel event program, communication problems are the most common root cause of serious medical errors. In order to help reduce these deadly errors, many hospitals and medical professionals have implemented strategies such as structured and standardized handoffs to improve communication among members of the healthcare team to help reduce these errors. - [Preaching vs. Teaching : The Difference Between Preaching and Teaching](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/preaching-vs-teaching-the-difference-between-preaching-and-teaching/) - What is the difference between preaching and teaching? Is it even important to know what the difference between preaching and teaching is? Find out by watching my video titled, Preaching vs. Teaching : the difference between preaching and teaching - [What motivated James Braddock to rise from ashes, take on the world, and win?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-motivated-james-braddock-to-rise-from-ashes-take-on-the-world-and-win/) - James Braddock was an American boxer who was heavyweight champion between 1935 & 1937. Braddock and his family suffered through the Great Depression. He became known as Cinderella Man because of his apparent meteoric rise from poverty to fame. For the champion, it didn't come easy even though the name "Cinderella" man may cause some - [Why you'll say it best and with greater impact when you say nothing at all](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-youll-say-it-best-and-with-greater-impact-when-you-say-nothing-at-all/) - When I listen to the lyrics of the song, "You say it best when you say nothing at all" (shown below), it reminds me of the truth that much of our communication is non-verbal. I'm reminded that we say more with our body actions than we say with our mouths. And in my opinion, our - [Why I think Physicians Would Make The Best Life Coaches](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-think-physicians-would-make-the-best-life-coaches/) - Many physicians don't have the time and often the training to provide life coaching services to their patients and communities. In spite of that, I think physicians, as a group, are the most prepared of any profession to help people shape their own destinies through effective life coaching. Below, I explain why. They care deeply - [Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/where-there-is-no-vision-the-people-are-unrestrained/) - Vision produces discipline. When you see a strong vision, you will see disciplined people. Where there is no vision, there is no discipline. - [Teaching: Why It’s Not About Head Knowledge or Eloquence](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/teaching-why-it-isnt-about-head-knowledge/) - When caring for orphans, it's easy to think that the more you know, the better you are. If you could just learn everything...then you'd be the best. - [The Difference Between Winning and Succeeding](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-difference-between-winning-and-succeeding/) - [The Way We Think About Charity is Dead Wrong - Dan Pallotta](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-way-we-think-about-charity-is-dead-wrong-dan-pallotta/) - Activist and fundraiser Dan Pallotta calls out the double standard that drives our broken relationship to charities. - [The 12 Questions Great Managers Answer For Every Employee](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-12-questions-great-managers-answer-for-every-employee/) - I think regular reflection on these questions will give leaders the information they need to best lead their teams. - [The Elements of Culture](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-elements-of-culture/) - There is no other way to create any significant sustained change in your life than by changing your personal culture. - [Journey to Honor](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/journey-to-honor/) - Recently, I listened to a leader from Texas called Jimmy Sibert speak on the topic, "Journey to honor". Speaking on Mother's day, Jimmy's purpose was to help his audience learn how to honor not only their parents--starting with their mothers--but also everyone in their lives they wanted to honor. - [Why start a Website for Your Organization or Ministry Work?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-start-a-website-for-your-organization-or-ministry-work/) - In today's world, a website or blog is absolutely necessary for the success of any organization or individual work that is aimed at impacting a larger audience. It doesn't matter how small or big you want your organization to be, you need to have a website! - [Why you should learn to tell your own story](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-you-should-learn-to-tell-your-own-story/) - Blogging has encouraged me to write consistently. Through this blog, I am able to share my views and tell my own story. That's why I am working on a series to teach my readers how to start their own personal blogs as well. Chimamanda's TED talk is a great reminder of why it's important for - [To Every Single Woman with a Calling: If Not While Dating, Then Never!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/to-every-unmarried-woman-with-a-calling-if-not-while-dating-then-never/) - If the person you are dating isn't fully supporting your passion now, don't expect him to do so when you are married. - [Focus: Put your money where your passion is](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/focus-put-your-money-where-your-passion-is/) - In 2005, when I felt called to start Shaping Destiny, I was already sponsoring three children through another organization called Zion. I knew Zion from a distance but trusted the leadership. Even though I lived in another country and had no direct influence or knowledge of the daily activities of Zion, I had no reason - [Treat people differently in order to treat them fairly](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/treat-people-differently-in-order-to-treat-them-fairly-2/) - A lot of people face this challenge. Whether it is within a family, among friends, within a church or synagogue, place of business, we work with others. Very often, one is tempted to think that to treat people fairly, we need to treat everyone the same. - [Why I Love Family Medicine](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-love-family-medicine/) - Read this article to understand why I love Family Medicine and hate it when some people give it a bad name. - [Why doctors kill themselves](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-doctors-kill-themselves/) - A good article: Why Do Doctors Commit Suicide? - [How barbershops can keep men healthy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-barbershops-can-keep-men-healthy/) - [Why Some People Don’t Want to Forgive](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-some-people-dont-want-to-forgive/) - A lot of people don't want to forgive because they don't understand what forgiveness really is. Forgiveness isn't easy, however it is much easier than we all think. There is a lot of misunderstanding around forgiveness from well meaning people. - [How to build trust](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-build-trust/) - "Trust is the glue of life. It's the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It's the foundational principle that holds all relationships." Stephen Covey - [How One Woman Found Hope](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-one-woman-found-hope/) - All my life I was searching for love, acceptance, and value. Although I grew up in a Christian home, I never really encountered God in a serious way. - [Good communication takes time, practice and patience](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/good-communication-takes-time-practice-and-patience/) - Good communication takes time, practice and patience - [The Greatest Determinants of Excellence and Success](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-greatest-determinants-of-excellence-and-success/) - "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit." - Aristotle - [How to Become Excellent in Anything](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/excellence-how-to-become-excellent-in-anything/) - "Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming." John Wooden - [How to Rekindle Your Passion by Reliving the moment of your calling](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-rekindle-your-passion-relive-the-moment-of-your-calling/) - Remember that you are uniquely chosen and called to do what you do I read about a young leader named Jeremy. His father put him in charge of his huge business empire worth multiplied billions with hundreds of thousands of employees. Early on in his career, he was very passionate about fulfilling his calling to - [Ten Ways to Increase Passion When Rejection and Failures Hit](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ten-ways-to-increase-passion-when-rejection-and-failures-hit/) - Ten Ways to Increase Passion for Your Work - [Know Your Limits: A most important thing](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/know-your-limits-a-most-important-thing/) - One of the most important things you can do is to know the limits of your talent. Know what you are good at so that you can focus on your strengths and delegate the rest to others who are gifted in those areas. - [Execution and Implementation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/execution-and-implementation/) - "Plans are only good intentions unless they immediately degenerate into hard work.” —Peter Drucker - [Good Leaders Are Like Good Parents](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/good-leaders-are-like-good-parents-2/) - Good Leaders are like good parents. They take responsibility for the lives of their people. - [Steve Harvey - You Have to Jump!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/steve-harvey-you-have-to-jump/) - Watch this incredibly inspirational video by Steve Harvey! Then go jump after your dreams! - [Forgiveness SPEECH: How to give an effective apology](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/forgiveness-speech-how-to-give-an-effective-apology/) - A genuine apology heals wounds and restores broken relationships - [Taking Responsibility : "I'm sorry, it's all my fault"](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/taking-responsibility-its-all-my-fault/) - A good boss is hard to find. When you find one, it's a huge blessing. That blessing has been mind. - [Four pillars of a strong organizational culture of excellence](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/four-pillars-of-a-strong-organizational-culture-of-excellence/) - Every organizational culture of excellence is built on these four pillars - [The Elements and Impact of Culture](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-elements-of-culture-2/) - Our cultures shape and form who we are and who we become as individuals and as a society. - [Common Weaknesses Young Preachers, Teachers, and Leaders Have](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/common-weaknesses-young-preachers-teachers-and-leaders-have/) - I have had the privilege of teaching for many years now. When I look back on my journey as a teacher, I see many mistakes that I made early on. - [The way we think about charity is dead wrong, Dan Pallotta](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-way-we-think-about-charity-is-dead-wrong-dan-pallotta-2/) - [Happiness is a choice](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/happiness-is-a-choice/) - Happiness is a choice we must make for ourselves. No one else can make it for us no matter how much they love us or how hard they try. - [Newsletter #002: Choose Happiness and Demonstrate that You Care](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/choose-happiness-and-demonstrate-that-you-care/) - Here are some tips on taking control of your feelings and expressing yourself in the most beneficial way. - [Don't take any honor to yourself unless it is given to you](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/dont-take-any-honor-to-yourself-unless-it-is-given-to-you/) - This lesson of humility applies to all of us and to many areas of our lives. - [TEACHING: Why it's not about head knowledge or eloquence](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/teaching-why-its-not-about-head-knowledge-or-eloquence/) - When I was a young and relatively immature teacher, I used to think that teaching was mainly about knowing the most, making the best grades, and being able to communicate or explain things to others in the best possible way. - [Your Thoughts Run Your Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/your-thoughts-run-your-life/) - Our lives are shaped by our thoughts. Even though the quotes above were spoken thousands of years ago, they are true today. - [Closed Loop Communication when completing tasks](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/closed-loop-communication-when-completing-tasks/) - Closed loop communication is very effective in business communication - [Newsletter #001: Planning and Preserving](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/planning-and-preserving/) - I'm excited to teach you some key tips that I have found very helpful: planning for your organization and preserving your relationships. - [Every Great Leader is a Great Follower: The Qualities of a Great Follower](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/every-great-leader-is-a-great-follower-the-qualities-of-a-great-follower/) - One thing that you will find in common among all great leaders is that they are excellent followers. - [The Job Description of a Leader](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-job-description-of-a-leader/) - If you start studying leadership, you will quickly discover that there is a dazzling number of definitions of leadership in the literature. - [Closed Loop Communication & Effective Team Dynamics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/closed-loop-communication-effective-team-dynamics/) - “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." --Henry Ford, “Unity is strength... when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.” --Mattie Stepanek "Teamwork makes the dream work" --John Maxwell We’ve all heard of the importance of teamwork in any and all environments – whether it is - [Newsletter #003: Altering Vision](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/altering-vision/) - In this newsletter, I will like to share with you two articles. Here we go. It’s Hard to Have Faith if You Don’t Do This One Key Thing Have you ever stopped to really think about the truth that we live by believing, not by seeing? That is, we live by faith and not by - [How to grow yourself as a leader](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-grow-yourself-as-a-leader/) - Leaders are learners. Growing leaders are growing learners. There are many ways to grow as a leader. - [Asking the Right Questions is Key to Serving Orphans Well](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/asking-the-right-questions-is-key-to-serving-orphans-well/) - Great orphan care and poverty alleviation in general, depends on asking the right questions. There is great power in asking the right questions. - [Change Your Mindset and you'll become a success story](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/change-your-mindset-and-youll-become-a-success-story/) - These set of videos will help show you how changing your mindset is key to success in any area of life. - [What is organizational DNA?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-organizational-dna/) - Your family, church, and community is an organization, just like the organization you work for. All organizations have a DNA. Corporate DNA or organizational DNA is a metaphor based on the biological term DNA, the molecule that encodes the genetic instructions in living organisms. - [The Power of Intention](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-power-of-intention/) - Entertainer and producer Tyler Perry gave this riveting commencement speech at Tuskegee University that highlights the power of intentionality to transform our lives and guide us towards success. - [MINDSET: The Root of Effective Time Management](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/mindset-the-root-of-effective-time-management/) - This video by Brian Tracy illustrates well why I believe that mindset is at the root of effective Time Management. Another great video - [CALLING VS. VISION: What is the difference between calling and vision?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/calling-vs-vision-what-is-the-difference-between-calling-and-vision/) - Phenomenal leadership expert, Jim Collins, astutely wrote, "Companies that enjoy enduring success have a core purpose and core values that remain fixed while their strategies and practices endlessly adapt to a changing world." - [Prayer is Faith in Action](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-is-faith-in-action/) - I woke up this morning to the thought that "Prayer is faith in action." Think about it. - [Meritocracy - Why you should use it to select those you work with](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/meritocracy/) - A great principle to apply when leading or managing any organization is meritocracy. With meritocracy, people are judged by their competence and the content of their character. - [What are the three most important days in a person's life?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-are-the-three-most-important-days-in-a-persons-life/) - I think there are actually three most important days in every life. - [Two definitions of success that influence people](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/two-definitions-of-success-that-influence-people/) - There are two definitions of success that influence a person: The apparent and real definitions of success. - [Aligning with your deepest values: A secret to discerning the voice of truth in your life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/aligning-with-your-deepest-values/) - Be in total alignment with your core values; your center. Identify these core values in your life and, if possible, identify the source. Spend time reflecting on your values so that you begin to flow in tandem with the stream of your life values. Vibrate to the same frequency, Dance to the same rhythm. Be in unity with your center or deepest values. - [Your dressing Matters: A picture is worth a thousand words](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/your-dressing-matters/) - You are a leader, whether you know it or not. You influence people positively and negatively. - [When Our Past Success Becomes An Obstacle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-our-past-success-becomes-an-obstacle/) - The road to success is riddled with many obstacles. One common one is our past success. - [My Funeral: Why I don't care about what people will say when I die](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/my-funeral-why-i-dont-care-about-what-people-will-say-when-i-die/) - If you read any major book on leadership, you will find the author encourage you to ask yourself: "What do you want people to say at your funeral?" - [This World](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/this-world/) - This is the nature of this world: It is fleeting, It fades away quickly. Close an eye, then open it, And a generation is gone, Nescient souls lost, And the stubborn wane. Yet, the fear of Life eludes them. - [How to change the direction of any organization](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-change-the-direction-of-any-organization/) - To change the direction of any organization, change the leader. How well an organization does depends on the effectiveness of the leader. That's why when you see a company, church, city, country, state, sports team, army, or any type of organization that is underperforming, they look for a new leader. When a city is in trouble, the people elect a new mayor. When the country is in trouble, the people elect a new leader. When companies struggle, they hire a new CEO, etc. - [How to Create a Lasting Legacy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-create-a-lasting-legacy/) - When you look at ancient Hebrew history, Moses' legacy to enter the promise land continued to move forward because he developed, mentored, and trained Joshua to succeed him. However, Joshua failed to leave a legacy of his own by not mentoring the next generation. As such, when he died, the nation fell apart. - [Legacy: Why Successful Leaders Think of Legacy from Day one and everyday](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/legacy-why-successful-leaders-think-of-legacy-from-day-one-and-everyday/) - I have had the privilege to study leadership for over a decade now and to lead in different organizational settings. - [The Daughter of Virtue](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-daughter-of-virtue/) - In her, virtue finds a face, and Her fame goes many leagues abroad, She reckons that virtue is the way of her Father, She treads it. She does not tire. - [One thing every leader should stay away from](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/one-thing-every-leader-should-stay-away-from/) - Has someone reminded you lately that you are a leader? Whether you are a mother, father, school teacher, or CEO, it's important to remember that you are a leader. That's the privilege that has been given to us by Life. Here is a little responsibility to tutor the privilege. - [The faithful Woman](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-faithful-woman/) - The sky darkens around her, Lightning flickers like fireworks all over her, Thunder snarls and it pours, Evil exudes from its creeks, She stands. She is not moved. - [Why I blog](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-i-blog/) - Before I tell you why I write, here are some reasons why I don't do it. I don't write because I am a gifted writer. I don't write because I'm an expert or know a lot. I don't write because I want to be famous. I don't write because I want money. - [Orphan Care and Prayer: Why is Prayer Important?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/orphan-care-and-prayer-why-is-prayer-important/) - The fight for justice for the fatherless is not a physical fight. It is one that we must first win on our knees. - [Lost in the Clouds…](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/lost-in-the-clouds/) - Look, see? A star disappeared in the clouds. It rose from a nimbose start and shone glaringly, Elated the hearts of men, and gave counsel to the lost. Men rejoiced in its radiance, but only for a moment. Where did she go? They query. Like men with eyes open to the rain, They mumble in - [21 Effective Ways to Reduce stress, Improve your health, and Enjoy your Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/21-effective-ways-to-reduce-stress-and-enjoy-life/) - Stress negatively impacts our lives in numerous ways. To live a healthy and happy life, we must take intentional action to live in ways that reduce stress and promote health. In this article, I share 21 effective ways you can reduce stress, improve your health, and enjoy your life more. - [A Forgotten, But Crucial, Must-Have Trait of All Effective Leaders‏](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-forgotten-but-crucial-must-have-trait-of-all-effective-leaders/) - A crucial must-have trait that all effective leaders‏ have is patience with the weaknesses of their followers. - [Six Simple Steps to Achieve Your Dreams](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/six-simple-steps-to-achieve-your-dreams/) - One of my dreams was to become a medical doctor. I wanted to be able to help people who were hurting. I first had this dream when I was about 7 years old. A couple of years later, my dad, who paid the bills for our family, died. I dropped out of grade school. But my dream didn't die. I would drop out of school again and go through numerous challenges in my small village. Infinitely more than I could ever ask or imagine, my dream will become true in the United States. - [How Grace Center Foundation is Making Moves in Ethiopia](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/grace-center-foundation/) - Located in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, the Grace Center is a holistic approach to helping impoverished families and underprivileged children in the community. - [How can you become an effective leader that is successful in serving orphans?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-can-you-become-an-effective-leader-that-is-successful-in-serving-orphans/) - "Everything rises and falls on leadership." John Maxwell If you were to ask someone who feels called to care for orphans, "What is it you need to learn to care for orphans well?", what do you think they would say? Looking at people's actions, it's safe to say they'll say "Nothing." I mean, how many - [How to Transition to Family Based Care - A CAFO Report](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-transition-to-family-based-care-a-cafo-report/) - Family is God's ideal plan. Psalm 68 says, “God sets the lonely in families.” - [The Sixth Sense: The Secret to Effective Conflict Resolution and Peacemaking](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-sixth-sense-the-secret-to-effective-conflict-resolution-and-peacemaking/) - The sixth sense is the perspective that community provides to those in a conflict situation. - [Five traits of a person who cares](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/five-traits-of-a-person-who-cares/) - This is true in every relationship and circumstance in life. As humans, we are driven by self-interest. For example, we don't follow a leader because of the leader. No, we follow a leader because of ourselves! - [How does a sense of calling set your work apart?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-does-a-sense-of-calling-set-your-work-apart/) - I recently had a discussion with a friend of mine who is working on finishing high school. He is really passionate about becoming a cook. After high school, he plans to go to culinary school. - [What is the first principle of aid?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-first-principle-of-aid/) - "The first principle of aid is respect" Ernesto Sirolli This is one of the most profound lessons I've learned in my adult life. - [What kind of person are you?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-kind-of-person-are-you/) - The eyes of a discerning leader see three kinds of people: The overconfident, the underconfident, and the euconfident. - [The Secret for Boosting Connection](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/boosting-connection/) - When we see someone we love going through difficult situations, we try to "fix" the problem. However, most of the time the other person feels overlooked - [What is negotiation?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-negotiation/) - Life is all about negotiation. We negotiate every day, from the time we wake up to when we go to bed. It is true to say that living is negotiating and that life is a series of negotiations. - [The Most Important 5 Seconds](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-most-important-5-seconds/) - Science shows that people determine what they think of you within the first 3-5 seconds of meeting you. - [A New Way to Think About International Adoptions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-new-way-to-think-about-international-adoptions/) - Kathryn Joyce discusses unintentional harm that has been caused on hundreds, if not thousands, of children wrongfully categorized as orphans. - [One thing you can do that is guaranteed to improve your relationships](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/one-thing-you-can-do-that-is-guaranteed-to-improve-your-relationships/) - Many times in relationships, all we need to do is listen, empathize and be there for others when they share their struggles with us directly or when we see them going through difficulties that they haven't even told us about. - [Why do first impressions matter?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/first-impressions-matter/) - I once watched the video of an applicant I was screening to interview to join the faculty of a college where I served as provost. A video showing the applicant for the position of professor at the college teaching on any topic of their choice was one of many necessary steps involved in the screening process. - [What Makes Us Feel Good About Our Work?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-makes-us-feel-good-about-our-work/) - Behavioral economist Dan Ariely presents two eye-opening experiments that reveal our unexpected and nuanced attitudes toward meaning in our work. - [Six keys to effective communication](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/six-keys-to-effective-communication/) - Communication is one of the most essential skills we need as humans. This skill is even more crucial if we want to become effective leaders. - [Empowering Caregivers: Practical Parenting Training (Babies and Young Children)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/empowering-caregivers-practical-parenting-training-babies-and-young-children/) - You will see from research and proven best practices that the most influential relationship in a child's life is with a caregiver. A healthy relationship with a caregiver can increase confidence and autonomy, limit the terrible effects of trauma, and enable a child to explore life around them knowing they have a safe place to return. Infancy and childhood - [Orphanages: Are They All They Seem?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/is-it-all-that-it-seems-one-womans-take-on-orphanages/) - Great video created by Amanda Thorsteinsson, an every day young woman, who shares her perspective and personal experiences with orphanage in Uganda, Africa. - [The stories we choose to live: Michael Margolis](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-stories-we-choose-to-live-michael-margolis/) - The stories we choose to live - [Memory Champion Teaches You How to Memorize Anything](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/memory-champion-teaches-you-how-to-memorize-anything/) - Memory Champion Teaches You How to Memorize Anything - [Mind-Body-Spirit Medicine](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/mind-body-spirit-medicine/) - Mind-Body-Spirit Medicine - [Be Unique: You are wonderfully made](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/be-unique/) - Share the vision and passion of those that have inspired you. However don't try to copy their style and do things exactly the way they did them. Allow your own personality, giftedness, and experiences to shape how you do things. - [What is Health? The Four Dimensions of Health](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-four-dimensions-of-health/) - When we talk about taking care of our health, we often think of health in terms of one dimension. We limit our health to the physical body. However, to be truly healthy, we must be healthy in four dimensions: - [Understanding vs. Remembering what you learn](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/understanding-vs-remembering-what-you-learn/) - Have you ever read a book and understood everything you read only to realize that when you are done reading the book, you don't remember very much? I have! - [Dan Ariely: What makes us feel good about our work?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/dan-ariely-what-makes-us-feel-good-about-our-work/) - [What a good leader does](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-a-good-leader-does/) - Recruit the right people Match the right people with the right jobs Set clear expectations for the people Train and test the people for competence Motivate and encourage the people Continue to develop the people Empower the people. - [Two things to Remember When Hiring](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/two-things-to-remember-when-hiring/) - In healthcare delivery, history-taking is the most important part of making an accurate diagnosis. With history alone, you can make an accurate diagnosis in over 80% of cases. The same is true of interviewing. People don’t change very much over time. That sounds pessimistic, I know. Perhaps we should say, people do change over time but at the same time, they often don't. - [Dominic O'Brien's tips on how to improve your memory](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/dominic-obriens-tips-on-how-to-improve-your-memory/) - [How to Handle Meeting Minutes in 3 Easy Steps](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-handle-meeting-minutes-in-3-easy-steps/) - After learning many tips about taking effective minutes, we wanted to share with you some of the key points we've learned. - [How to improve your memory for a more effective learning experience](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-improve-your-memory-for-a-more-effective-learning-experience/) - Leaders are learners and wise people are always learning. A key to efficient learning is having an effective process of committing what you learn to memory so that you don't have to relearn it again. Or if you do have to relearn it, it would be much easier. Memory Athlete Idriz Zogaj of Sweden helps us with - [Recent CAFO White Paper Report](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/recent-cafo-white-paper-report/) - If we are to communicate with humility, credibility, and integrity, Christian orphan advocates must both understand and present orphan-related statistics. - [The Science Behind Speed Reading](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-science-behind-reading-speed/) - This video nicely presents the science behind how we read. Check it out. - [Six things you can do to learn better, reduce stress, and enjoy your life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/six-things-you-can-do-to-learn-better-reduce-stress-and-enjoy-your-life/) - I've been studying a lot lately. To study better, I've been doing the following six things. - [How to Speak with Authority](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/1121-2/) - Many people are seeking to learn how to speak with authority, how to project authority. Very few people care if they actually ARE an authority. - [Check Ourselves Before We Wreck Ourselves](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/check-ourselves-before-we-wreck-ourselves/) - Dr. Kenneth Acha wrote a great post about examining ourselves and growing as the Lord searches our hearts and removes the offensive ways within us. - [When helping the poor becomes complicated](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-helping-the-poor-becomes-complicated/) - Here is a true story. Identifying information has been changed to protect the privacy of those involved. For the last six years, Grace Baptist, a small church in Austin, Texas, has had a significant portion of its campus empty. The church used to run an orphanage there that helped hundreds of children. Because of some - [Imagine a World Without Orphans](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/imagine-a-world-without-orphans/) - For awhile, there seemed to be a blanket answer for the orphan care epidemic: put the child in an orphanage. But recently, we are seeing a movement stir and spread across the world - [Forgive and Forget? — Trust and Forgiveness in Christian Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/forgiveandforget/) - Forgiveness is free, trust is earned. You can forgive someone who has caused you pain, but still break fellowship with that person. - [Red Flags For Hiring](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/red-flags-for-hiring/) - Learning how to hire the right candidates is a great skill to have even if one is not an HR director or entrepreneur who needs new team members. To select good friends, you use the same exact principles that you use to recruit new employees, with only small modifications to suit the context and job. - [What is the Difference Between a Non-Profit and a For-Profit Business?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-non-profit-and-a-for-profit-business/) - This question maybe important to you because, like many others, you want to know which leadership principles are transferable from one area to another. - [Learn How to Start a Non-Profit or Ministry](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/learn-how-to-start-a-non-profit-or-ministry/) - If you desire to start a non-profit organization, or other type of ministry, we believe the same concepts covered in our Start an Orphanage course would apply to establishing your dream as well. - [Father to the Fatherless](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/father-to-the-fatherless/) - He's looking to adopt people in mass numbers, all through the work of Jesus Christ. And what is it that delights the heart of God? It's that we call Him Abba Father. - [Free CAFO Webinar July 22nd](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/free-cafo-webinar-july-22nd/) - Join in a live discussion between three of innovators and CAFO President Jedd Medefind seeking to find new models that transition children from orphanages into family-based care. - [How to Grow Vertically and Horizontally](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-grow-vertically-and-horizontally/) - Discussion on how to grow vertically and horizontally; how to mentor others and be mentored yourself. - [The Narcissism of Minor Differences](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-narcissism-of-minor-differences/) - Author and speaker Seth Godin wrote this short blog entry last month that spoke to me a lot. Here it is: - [Learn From Someone Who's Doing It!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/learn-from-someone-whos-doing-it/) - imone's Kids partners with and supports local Ugandans through God's Hope Primary School to sponsor children through school. However, Simone's Kids doesn't stop there! - [Interview with Johnny Carr](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/interview-with-johnny-carr/) - Last Thursday evening Servants University students and attendees of The Bridge prayer group had the wonderful opportunity to interview Johnny Carr, author of Orphan Justice. - [Mark Zuckerberg on Hiring](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/mark-zuckerberg-on-hiring/) - Want to know what Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook CEO, looks for when hiring? In this short video, Mark says he looks for two things: Raw intelligence (i.e. talent) Alignment with his vision (Believe in what his company is all about) Listen to Mark in this video. - [How to Use Skype with ScreenFlow](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-use-skype-with-screenflow/) - Would you like to learn how to record an interview on Skype using ScreenFlow? I found this nice YouTube that beautifully explains that. - [Questions for Johnny Carr?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/questions-for-johnny-carr/) - On Thursday, May 21st, we are going to have the privilege of speaking with Johnny Carr, author of Orphan Justice and the first National Director of Church Partnerships at Bethany Christian Services, the largest adoption and orphan care agency in the United States. Johnny is going to Skype in with us from his home town of Pittsburg, Kansas and - [How to Hire the Right People, Michael Hyatt](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-hire-the-right-people/) - If you have been reading my blog, you've probably noticed that I emphasize hiring the right people to start with. Today, I'm going to build on that a little bit more by sharing with you a great video by Michael Hyatt. In the video Michael talks about the following keys to recruiting the right people. - [Establishing Highly Effective HR Processes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/establishing-highly-effective-hr-processes/) - I loved getting reminded by many of the things discussed in this HBR video. Enjoy! - [One Book Experts](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/one-book-experts/) - Do you remember the young man who read a book on missions and afterwards felt deeply moved, completely qualified, and ready to dive into the adventure of overseas missions? - [No Gossip Policy for your Family or Organization](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/nogossippolicy/) - Gossiping is talking about anything negative with someone who can’t help solve the problem. - [Interview Questions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/interview-questions-for-nonprofits/) - Bringing the right people onto the bus is key to the success of your organization. For Christian organizations, I recommend the follow questions for consideration during the interview process. - [Hiring Checklist](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hiringchecklist/) - The following is a hiring checklist that we use to recruit core staff members for Shaping Destiny, a nonprofit that I founded in 2005. I share it here in case you find it helpful to you. The goal of the hiring process is to ensure that we are able to match the right candidate with the right position. Because the process is very time-intensive, we use it for hiring key players in the organization. For volunteers who come to do a few things here and there, the process is much simpler. - [Strategy For Triaging Orphans](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/strategy-for-triaging-orphans/) - How to triage orphans so that you can serve them better. - [Vulnerability](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/vulnerability/) - This talk on vulnerability helped me understand the power of vulnerability, something I already knew but struggled with. Like I said above, I've struggled with being vulnerable before others. But have grown tremendously in that area. What has been your experience with being vulnerable? - [How to Format a Book in Microsoft Word for Print, Kindle, Amazon, etc](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bookformatting/) - Formatting Long Documents in Microsoft Word Some places to check out Print Cover Calculator and Templates, KDP Cover Templates, Kindle Direct Publishing eBook Manuscript Formatting Guide, Kindle Direct Publishing. Paperback Manuscript Templates, Kindle Direct Publishing. Print Options. Choose trim sizes (book sizes) etc. One-page summary of book editing tips. Amazon KDP Timelines for changes made - [Community-Based Orphan Care](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/community-based-orphan-care/) - How do you take care of 15 million orphans and children at risk? This is Africa’s challenge, and it’s not just a problem for governments, NGOs and Oprah Winfrey. - [How One Family is Making a Difference in South Korea](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-one-family-is-making-a-difference-in-korea/) - This baby drop box was set up as a way for saving unwanted babies who are left by those who can’t care for them. - [How to get your people to work the way you would like](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-get-your-people-to-work-the-way-you-would-like/) - If you are a key leader in a family, organization, community, sooner or later you will find yourself wanting your team members to function in a more effective way. You will find that there are times when your people are not meeting expectations. This is going to happen! And that’s not a prophecy, it's a fact! - [How to accept criticism](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-accept-criticism/) - Part of having healthy relationships with people is that you will from time to time do things that they don't like. That's just the way the ball rolls. When you do that, the right thing for them to do is offer you some feedback. - [Why all are welcome into my "start an orphanage" course](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-all-are-welcome-into-my-start-an-orphanage-course/) - There have been some questions about why I don't have any requirements for people taking my "start an orphanage" course. The following is my reason. - [Priorities in Response to Orphan Need, CAFO](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/priorities-in-response-to-orphan-need-cafo/) - The Christian Alliance for Orphans has an excellent document that I encourage every Orphan Care advocate to read. - [The Campaign to Empty Orphanages in Rwanda](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/close-all-orphanages/) - Watch the following videos from the work of Pastor Rick Warren at Saddleback. - [Should You Start an Orphanage or Not? – Part 2](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/should-you-start-an-orphanage-or-not-part-2/) - This is a continuation of the last video podcast in which I answer the question, "Should you start an orphanage or not?" To view part-1, click here: should you start an orphanage or not? Part-1. - [The Pain and Pleasure Principle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-pain-and-pleasure-principle/) - For human beings to do something, especially where change is involved, we must be motivated to do it. There are several theories and models that explain human motivation. To be effective as a leader, you have to understand and use several key motivational theories as you work with people. - ["IF"](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/if-by-kipling/) - Orphan care is a joy, a tremendous joy. But if you are called to go into orphan care or into any ministry for that matter, you cannot depend on the highs that Facebook photos often capture. - [Great Leaders Started Small, You're Invited to Join Them!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/great-leaders-started-small-youre-invited-to-join-them/) - I invite you to join the great leaders and do what they did. Start small and remain faithful. Focus on faithfulness and God will take care of growth. - [Leadership is Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-is-life-2/) - Personal leadership, our ability to lead ourselves determines what kind of life we live. Personal leadership determines what we eat, how disciplined we are to exercise, how we grow spiritually, and how long we will live on earth. Yes, I realize that God determines the day of our birth and death. However, in some incomprehensible way, God has amazingly made our choices to really still matter. - [Standing on the Shoulder of Giants](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/standing-on-the-shoulder-of-giants/) - One is too small a number to achieve significance. We cannot achieve much by relying on ourselves alone. - [What is the difference between a Leader and a Manager?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-leader-and-a-manager/) - Managers vs. Leaders If you want to be an effective leader, it's important to know the difference between leadership and management. Marketing and Leadership expert, Seth Godin, differentiates management from leadership saying, "There's practical everyday management. I'm not interested in that. Leadership is not practical and it's not every day. Management and leadership are totally - [You Can Make Yourself Happy: Synthetic Happiness vs. Natural Happiness](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/synthetic-happiness-vs-natural-happiness/) - There are two main types of happiness. Synthetic happiness, which is the type we make when we don't get what we wanted, and natural happiness which is the type of happiness that comes when we get what we wanted or worked for. - [Fake it till you BECOME it, not fake it till you MAKE it.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/fake-it-till-you-become-it-not-fake-it-till-you-make-it/) - As far as your body is concerned, as far as the truth at the molecular level is concerned, it's not, "Fake it till you make it." It is, "Fake it till you become it." Remember that people who naturally put on power postures may simply have learned it from parents or teachers during their formative years of life so that it became a habit ingrained in them. - [It Costs Less to Provide BETTER Orphan Care OUTSIDE Than INSIDE an Orphanage](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/it-costs-less-to-provide-better-orphan-care-outside-than-inside-an-orphanage/) - It costs about ten times more to keep a child in an orphanage than to put the same child in a local family that loves and cares for them. - [Tap into diversity to foster creativity and innovation.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tap-into-diversity-to-foster-creativity-and-innovation/) - Both nature (genes) and nurture (environment) influence who we are and who we become. People have different backgrounds, life experiences, genetic composition, natural inclinations, heights, skin colors, passions, gifts, and talents. - [What is the difference between nonprofit and for-profit business leadership?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-difference-between-nonprofit-and-for-profit-business-leadership/) - If you are a leader in the nonprofit world, you may have wondered, "what is the difference between nonprofit and for profit businesses?" This question maybe important to you because, like many others, you want to know which leadership principles are transferable from one area to another. Well, the good news is that there are - [What is the Biggest Mistake a Leader Can Make?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-the-biggest-mistake-a-leader-can-make-2/) - Harvard Business Review interviews several leading leadership experts asking them, "What is the biggest mistake a leader can make?" Here are their responses - [What is leadership?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-leadership/) - Leadership is the key to personal and corporate success. Nothing, i mean nothing, succeeds without a successful leader. Without personal leadership, individuals fail to achieve their potential. Without good leadership, families, communities, and nations fail. The late Dr. Lee Roberson was right when he said , "Everything rises or falls on leadership." Since everything hinges on leadership, an accurate definition is crucial. How can a person hit any target unless it is well defined? - [Praying the Psalms](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/praying-the-psalms/) - I have been looking for a way to group the psalms into topics that I can use as some sort of table of content when I need to quickly select a psalm to meditate and pray. I stumbled on a site called Creative Prayer that has done something similar, though a little rudimentary, and I - [REQUIREMENTS FOR DISCIPLESHIP](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/requirements-for-discipleship/) - “For which one of you, when he wants to build a tower, does not first sit down and calculate the cost to see if he has enough to complete it?” Luke 14:28 NLT To be a disciple of Jesus, he advises us to sit down and calculate the cost to see if we want to - [Why Abortion is Wrong: Bible Verses Showing God's Will on Abortion.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-abortion-is-wrong-bible-verses-showing-gods-will-on-abortion/) - God is our maker "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." Genesis 1:1 NLT "Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture." Psalm 100.3 NIV "What will I do when God confronts me? What will - [Legalism and Discipline in prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/legalism-and-discipline-in-prayer/) - This article is written by by Pastor John Piper The word “legalism” does not occur in the Bible. But it comes from the word “legal,” which relates to “law,” and the Bible has lots to say about law. Legalism is a certain attitude toward God’s law. Or, more generally, toward commandments and rules. Here is - [The different wills of God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-different-wills-of-god/) - The Bible speaks of the "will of God" in several different ways. The first is distinguishing between God's sovereign will and his command will. 1. The Sovereign (predestined or decreed) will of God The sovereign will of God is God's eternal, predestined, foreordained plan and purpose. It refers to that aspect of God's will that - [The Poor in Spirit, meaning](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-poor-in-spirit-by-a-w-tozer/) - In his book, The Pursuit of God, A.W. Tozer has a beautiful chapter that he titles: "The Blessedness of Possessing Nothing." This title is a beautiful recasting of the message of Matt. 5:3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven". Elsewhere the Bible says, "Blessed are those who are - [Our Prayers are Incense offered to God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/our-prayers-are-incense-offered-to-god/) - “And when he had taken it, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb. Each one had a harp and they were holding golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of God’s people.” Rev. 5:8 NIV “Another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the - [Praying in the Spirit and Praying in Tongues](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/praying-in-the-spirit-and-praying-in-tongues/) - Read the entire 1 Cor. 14 "For this reason the one who speaks in a tongue should pray that they may interpret what they say. 14 For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my mind is unfruitful. 15 So what shall I do? I will pray with my spirit, but I will also pray with my understanding; - [We are commanded to pray](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/we-are-commanded-to-pray/) - Note that the following are commands, not suggestions or recommendations. "Do not be anxious about anything,but in everything by prayer and supplication twith thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Phil. 4:6-7 ESV. - [Why God doesn't always heal the sick](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-god-doesnt-always-heal-the-sick/) - There are many reasons why God doesn't always heal the sick. Here are a few. Faith - without faith, God doesn't answer prayer. Unconfessed Sin - Sins can separate us from God. (Isaiah 59:2) Lack of Desire - some sick people don't want to be healed. They identify with their illness. Lack of Prayer - - [Prayer Begins and Ends with God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-begins-and-ends-with-god/) - Prayer starts with God and ends with God. Our prayer must be born in the will of God. And the goal or end of our prayer must be to glorify God. - [Persistence in Prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/persistence-in-prayer/) - Below are some Bible verses that talk about persistence in prayer. Note that when a loving God commands you to pray, it's a sort of promise that he would answer. "Pray hard and long. Pray for your brothers and sisters. Keep your eyes open. Keep each other's spirits up so that no one falls behind - [Do You Have a Question?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/question-about-orphan-care/) - Browse through the other questions that have been asked to see if any of them has already answered your question. If not, post your question and we will answer it shortly. - [Christian](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/christian/) - I recently saw this poem on Facebook. It's written by a pastor called Abang Simeon Ateh. Enjoy! CHRISTIAN Some Christians are like wheelbarrows, Not good unless pushed. Some are like canoes, They have to be paddled. Some are like kites, If you don't keep a string on them, they fly away. Some are like kittens, - [3 Great Ways to Learn From the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/3-great-ways-to-learn-from-the-bible/) - Great Ways to Learn From the Bible provides 3 ways we can learn from the Bible - [THE DREAM SCHOLARSHIP](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/do-you-have-a-vision-or-dream/) - People with dreams have changed the world for the better when they acted on their dreams. There is nothing like a powerful dream to channel one's passion towards accomplishing a great cause. To help people achieve their God-given dreams, Servants University has launched a scholarship program called the "Dream Scholarship". The dream scholarship provides partial tuition scholarships - [Pride: If I don't Understand you, you must be wrong](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/if-i-dont-understand-you-you-must-be-wrong/) - Recently, I was working with a fellow Christian when I noticed something that he was doing. If he couldn't wrap his head around something that I said, he immediately concluded that I was wrong. Later, as I was reminiscing his attitude that I was sure was arrogant, it dawned on me that I did the - [A difficult truth about being a Christian.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-difficult-truth-about-being-a-christian/) - Last night, I found myself very angry at God for not answering my prayers and for 'failing' to come through when I trusted in him. Early this morning, I encouraged myself and got up to read the Bible with my wife. We read Romans 7, 8, & 9. The truths in these chapters are amazingly - [God Owns Everything](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/god-owns-everything/) - God owns everything in the universe. We are all stewards. Our prayers frequently seek material supply. When we ask God for physical things in prayer, he doesn't mail packages from heaven to us. He uses other human beings or creatures on earth to answer our prayers. So it helps us to know that God owns - [The Old Cross and the New](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-old-cross-and-the-new/) - This article was written by A. W. Tozer. It appeared in the Alliance Witness in 1946. All unannounced and mostly undetected there has come in modern times a new cross into popular evangelical circles. It is like the old cross, but different: the likenesses are superficial; the differences, fundamental. From this new cross has sprung - [Prayer topics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-topics/) - Prayer topics. How to choose prayer topics - [Prayer Checklist](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-checklist/) - This prayer checklist gives us things to check before we pray - [Christian Meditation, the key to fruitfulness in the Christian life.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/christian-meditation/) - Christian Meditation, the key to fruitfulness in the Christian life - [Meditation and Prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/meditation-prayer/) - Meditation and Prayer go hand in hand. Nothing that I know of will lead a person into powerful prayer as meditating on God's word. Prayer is needed to meditate well. Meditation is also needed to pray well. Both are necessary for the success of the other. Meditating on God's word is the fuel for all - [Prayer Plan](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-plan/) - Preparing for prayer meeting 1) Schedule times: We need to schedule the times to make sure it gets priority. 2) Pray for your prayer times. (Pray the night before for your Morning Prayer time. Know that Satan wants to attack it). 3) Prepare for your prayer times. E.g. Select a passage for meditation, songs or - [Favorite Psalms to Meditate on](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/favorite-psalms-to-meditate-on/) - The Following Psalms will be great to meditate on before praying. I will be adding to it in the future. Psalm 62 Psalm 63 Psalms 67-69 Psalms 23-27 Psalm 40 Psalm 46 Psalm 90 Psalm 95 - [The Absolute Sovereignty of God, Bible Verses about it](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-sovereignty-of-god/) - "Everything in life is Father-filtered — even the hard things caused by our sin or others’ sin that God can still use for his good.” Rick Warren I love the sovereignty of God in all things. When I am weak and frail as I am most of the time, it gives me great comfort to - [Characteristics of Pride](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/characteristics-of-pride/) - The following post comes from the article Pursue the servant's mindset by professor and Bible counselor Stuart Scott It’s hard to put on humility if you don’t think you have pride. The characteristics of pride can be understood as follows: (1) Being blind, unable to see pride. Pride envelops itself in smoke unless you’re in the - [Why you should pray more when you are busy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/if-you-are-busy-pray-more/) - If you are busy, pray more shows you that when you are busy, you need to spend more time in prayer - [When to pray - 8 circumstances that should trigger prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/when-to-pray-8-circumstances-that-should-trigger-prayer/) - When to pray discusses circumstances that should trigger prayer. - [How to Speak with authority - and also how to exercise authority](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-speak-with-authority-and-also-how-to-exercise-authority/) - Many people are seeking to learn how to speak with authority, how to project authority. Very few people care if they actually ARE an authority. They simply want to put up an appearance of it. Well, what does the Bible say about authority? How did Jesus handle authority? How should we handle authority? In this - [Why 80% of young christians deny Jesus, Part-1](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-80-of-young-christians-deny-jesus-part-1/) - Why 80% of young Christians deny Jesus discusses young Christians denying Jesus. - [Disciples Make Disciples](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/disciples-make-disciples/) - I love Francis Chan! When he speaks, I say "that's what I want to say" I agree with him a lot! He is a great example of a Christian. When you listen to him speak, my advice is that you don't admire him and end there. But pursue Jesus like he is. - [Lukewarm](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/lukewarm/) - Lukewarm - [Testing prophecies: How To Test Every Word You Receive](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/test-every-word-you-receive/) - "Watch out that no one deceives you." Jesus in Matthew 24:4 We must watch out that not even you deceive yourself. When you hear God (directly or through others, preachers etc) you must test everything. Everything. God commands you to do that. He also commands you to do that with the meekness and gentleness of - [Receive or Welcome Answers to Prayer from a distance](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/receive-or-welcome-answers-to-prayer-from-a-distance/) - Receive answers to prayer from afar - [How to Examine Yourself](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/examine-yourself/) - The apostle Paul in 2 Cor. 13:5 says"Examine yourselves to see if your faith is genuine. Test yourselves. Surely you know that Jesus Christ is among you; if not, you have failed the test of genuine faith." What I have noticed in my own Christian walk is that it is very easy for me to - [How long should I pray daily? How many hours per day?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-long-should-i-pray/) - Examples From the New Testament Jesus regularly spent hours in prayer. Sometimes, he prayed all night and went right to work the next morning. Paul, the apostle, prayed without ceasing. He prayed always with all kinds of prayers and commanded us to do the same and pray without ceasing. Examples From Christian Leaders of the - [Faith Bible Verses](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/faith-bible-verses/) - Having faith in God is the ONLY way to walk the Christian walk. Here are some scriptures I have compiled that can be used for meditation to build faith in God. "With God all things are possible." Matt 19:26; Mark 10:27; Luke 1:37; Luke 18:27; Jer. 32:27; Gen 18:14 "All things are possible to him - [The Purpose of Meditation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-purpose-of-meditation/) - Why should Christians meditate? Here are some reasons for meditation: Because God Commands us to. It guarantees success through God's power. Joshua 1:8, Psalm 1 For insight. Psalm 119:99 says "I have more insight than all my teachers, for I meditate on your statutes." To receive what God is saying in his promises. When you - [Why Pray? Prayer is the determining factor.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-pray-prayer-is-the-determining-factor/) - From the notes of Dr. Dave Earley at Liberty University THE DETERMINING FACTOR Do you hunger to influence people for God? Would you love to become a more effective leader? Is it your passion to make a deeply positive spiritual difference in the lives of as many people as possible? “Leadership is influence,” “Since leadership - [Verses on Prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/verses-on-prayer/) - "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." Mark 11:24 "As they passed by in the morning, they saw the fig tree withered away to its roots. 21 And Peter remembered and said to him, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree that you cursed has withered.” 22 And - [Prayers that are answered](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayers-that-are-answered/) - Prayers that are answered discusses how to get your prayers answered. - [How to Experience God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-experience-god/) - How to experience God shows people how to truly encounter God in daily living. - [How to hear God : What you must know](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-hear-god-what-you-must-know/) - How to hear from God, what we must know describes the importance of learning to know where we are in Christ. - [How to do a Bible Word Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-do-a-bibleword-study/) - Tools for doing a Word Study. A Study Bible e.g. NASB, NKJV, KJV. Recent translations e.g. NIV, NLT, Amp., NASB, NKJV, KJV, Living Bible etc. An English Dictionary A Bible Dictionary and /or Encyclopedia An exhaustive translation. Vine's Complete Expository Dictionary of the Old and New Testament. Some trusted Commentaries. Doing a Bible Word Study - [How to Effect Change in Someone](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-effect-change-in-someone/) - How to effect change or coach someone. - [Application - apply the Bible to your life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/application/) - Application shows how to apply the Bible to your life. - [Interpretation - What does the Bible Mean?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/interpretation-what-does-the-bible-mean/) - What does the bible mean discusses how to interpret the Bible - [Conjuctions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/conjuctions/) - Conjunctions or Connecting Words. Conjunctions are words used as connectors. They are connecting cords that link other words or groups of words. There are several major types of conjunctions in English. Below is a list of common conjunctions:Comparison: These connecting words link two similar ideas. Examples include: in the same way, likewise, just as, both - [Observation- What does the Bible say in this passage?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/observation/) - Observing a Bible Passage - [Observation Questions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/observation-questions/) - Questions to ask during observation - [Abbreviations](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/abbreviations/) - Abbreviations discusses abbreviations used in this Bible study book and website. - [Definition of Bible Study Words](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/definition-of-bible-study-words/) - Many words are used in this text on How to Study the Bible. Some of the words may be new to the reader. This chapter provides a definition of many of the words that the reader needs to know to understand the text. Systematically 1) Systematically: The Bible should be studied systematically and not randomly. - [The Purpose of the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-purpose-of-the-bible/) - The purpose of the Bible is our transformation into the image of Christ. - [Know the Subject of the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/about-the-bible/) - About the subject of the bible - [Keys to understanding the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/keys-to-understanding-the-bible/) - Keys to understanding the Bible shares several keys that help you unlock the Bible - [How to Memorize the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-memorize-the-bible/) - How to Memorize the Bible shows you how to memorize bible verses the easy way - [How to do an outline](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-do-an-outline/) - How to do an outline shows people how to write an outline - [Beginning to Hear God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/beginning-to-hear-god/) - Begin to hear God is the first article in the series on hearing God. - [book-bible-study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/book-bible-study-2/) - The Book Bible Study method describes how to study the Bible by book by book - [Types in the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/types-in-the-bible/) - The study of types in the Bible - [Chapter Overview](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/chapter-overview/) - Tools for chapter overview A study Bible with cross-references. Contemporary translations. The chapter overview involves reading a chapter repeatedly and applying the inductive Bible study approach of Observation, Interpretation, and Application to the chapter to obtain a summary of the chapter's message and contents. With chapter overview, you don't go as deep into the study - [Daily Meditation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/daily-meditation/) - Daily Meditation bible study method allows you to meditate on God's word. - [Advice on how to study the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/advice-on-how-to-study-the-bible/) - This chapter gives advice on how to study the Bible. - [Verb Analysis](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/verb-analysis/) - Verb Analysis Method of Bible Study - [Chapter Analysis](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/chapter-analysis/) - Chapter Analysis is passage analysis that is limited to the the a single chapter - [How to Do A Topical Bible Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/topical-bible-study/) - How to Do topical Bible Study gives you a step by step method of how to do a topical Bible Study - [Words for a Topical Bible Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/words-for-a-topical-ible-study/) - Words for a topical Bible Study - [Book Synthesis](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/book-synthesis/) - Book Synthesis is the Conclusion of the Book Study Method of Bible Study - [Book Analysis](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/book-analysis/) - Book Analysis - [Verse-by-Verse Analysis](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/verse-by-verse-analysis/) - Verse by verse analysis - [Book Background](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/book-background/) - Book Background Study - [Book Overview](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/book-overview/) - The Book Overview is the first of four stages in doing a Bible book study - [Passage Analysis](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/passage-analysis/) - Passage Analysis discusses how to analyze a Bible passage - [Biographical Bible Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/biographical-bible-study/) - How to do a biographical Bible study - [Bible Study Quotes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-study-quotes/) - This post lists several quotes on Bible study - [Meditation Form](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/meditation-form/) - Meditative Reading Form Date: Scripture Reference: God's Message to me: PRECEPTS acrostic: How does this apply to me?: - [How to Meditate : Types of Meditation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/types-of-meditation/) - Types of Meditation you can choose from. Devotional Reading (also called Quiet Time or personal daily devotion) Visualization Reading [This technique is best used for meditating on the scenes of any specific Bible story or the entire story itself. It is especially good for the gospel accounts of Jesus' ministry. You could use this to - [How to Meditate: Preparation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-meditate-preparation/) - Preparation for Meditation You need a: Right place: Choose a quiet, secluded place in your home. You want a place where you can meet privately with God without noises, disturbance or interference of any kind. If you are like many people, you may be doing your quiet time early in the morning. Because you will - [7 Ways to Learn the Bible.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-ways-to-learn-the-bible/) - Ways to Learn the Bible - [Principles of Bible Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/principles-of-bible-study/) - [heading] Principles vs. Methods [/heading] “As to methods there may be a million and then some, but principles are few. The man who grasps principles can successfully select his own methods. The man who tries methods, ignoring principles, is sure to have trouble.” Ralph Waldo Emerson So, what are principles Bible Study? And what - [Why Study the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-study-the-bible/) - Summary of Reasons to study the Bible - [Bible Study Methods](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-study-methods/) - This chapter describes Bible Study and Reading Methods - [Good Bible Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/good-bible-study/) - Good Bible Study discusses conditions for effective Bible Study - [Structure of the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/structure-of-the-bible/) - The Structure of the Bible helps you with easy navigation of the text of the scriptures. - [Purpose of the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/purpose-of-the-bible/) - Knowing the Purpose of the Bible helps tremendously in understanding what the Bible says. - [Forgive and Forget? -- Trust and Forgiveness in Christian Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/grace-and-forgiveness/) - Grace and forgiveness looks at trust and forgiveness - [Bible Study Lesson on Matthew 6:19-34 : Living on Purpose](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-study-lesson-on-matthew-619-34/) - Bible study lesson on Matthew 6:19-34 on the topic Living on Purpose. - [Principles of Interpretation of the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/interpretation-of-the-bible/) - Methods of Interpretation of the Bible - [Faith and Grace](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/faith-and-grace/) - Faith and Grace in evangelism - [Personal Evangelism and character.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/personal-evangelism-and-character/) - Personal Evangelism and Character looks at the importance of character in the life of an evangelist - [Bible without verses and Chapters](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-without-verses/) - Reading the Bible without Verses and Chapters can be very liberating and free of distractions and cognitive load that comes from the verses and chapter divisions. - [Understanding the Bible : 7 Ways to View the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/understanding-the-bible/) - 7 Ways to understand the bible - [Bible Study Tools](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-study-tools/) - How to select Bible Study Tools - [Why Study the Bible : 8-The Shield of Faith](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-study-the-bible-the-shield-of-faith/) - Study the Bible to get the shield of faith - [Why Study the Bible : 7-Assurance of Salvation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-study-the-bible-7-assurance-of-salvation/) - you should study the Bible for assurance of salvation - [Why Study the Bible : 6-Lead others to Salvation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-study-the-bible-5-assurance-of-salvation/) - you should study the Bible so that you can lead others to salvation - [Why Study the Bible : 5-Guidance](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-study-the-bible-5-guidance/) - you should study the Bible for Guidance - [Why Study the Bible : 4-Peace](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-study-the-bible-4-peace/) - you should study the Bible for peace - [Why Study the Bible : 3-Success in Everything](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-study-the-bible-3-success/) - you should study the Bible for success in everything - [Why Study the Bible : 2-Renewing Your Mind](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-study-the-bible-renewing-your-mind/) - Why should you study the Bible? - [Why Study the Bible : 1-Spiritual growth](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-study-the-bible-spiritual-growth/) - Why should you study the Bible? - [Introduction to How to Study the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-study-the-bible/) - In my professional work, one thing I have heard over and over again is people asking me, “what would you do?” When faced with a tough situation, with something they want to know, they often don’t want me to tell them what the book says should be done. They want me to tell them what - [What is a miracle?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-a-miracle/) - The definition of a miracle - [Paul prays : The Prayers of Paul](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/paul-prays/) - The Prayers of Paul - [Jesus Prays : Prayers Jesus Prayed](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/jesus-prays/) - A list of prayers that Jesus prayed. - [Grace and Prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/grace-and-prayer/) - Grace and prayer seem to be paradoxical. But are they really? - [Grace for change](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/grace-for-change/) - God's grace is available for us to change. There is grace for change. - [What is a Covenant?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-a-covenant/) - Definition and discussion of covenants both in the bible and in ordinary use. - [Grace is God's Love For Us](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/grace-is-gods-love-for-us/) - It's not about how much we love God, it's about how much God loves us. - [Sovereign Grace and Our Responsibility](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/sovereign-grace-and-our-responsibility/) - Does Grace Mean that we have no responsibility? Not really - [Worship Music - should it cater to believers, unbelievers, both?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-worship/) - Should worship music cater to believers or unbelievers or both? - [What Grace Does.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-grace-does/) - Grace does everything that the believer does. It is what moves God to love us, it is what moves God to sacrifice Christ for us, it is what moves us to accept Christ's sacrifice and love God. - [Jesus is the Grace of God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/jesus-is-the-grace-of-god/) - Jesus is the grace of God personified. Jesus is God's grace that came to save us. This page provides clear evidence of Jesus as the grace of God. - [God’s grace is a free gift. It cannot be earned. It cannot be taken away.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/gods-grace-is-a-free-gift/) - God’s grace is a free gift. It cannot be earned. It cannot be taken away. - [Grace and sin: Does grace lead to sin?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/grace-and-sin/) - Grace and sin, does grace lead to sin discusses the power of grace to overcome sin. - [God's grace: How does obedience work under grace?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/obedience-under-grace/) - Discusses the dynamics of obedience under grace. Is obedience important when you receive everything from God because of God's grace? - [Saving Grace - Does God's saving grace require a change in lifestyle?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/saving-grace-does-god-saving-require-a-change-lifestyle/) - God's grace is one. However, we often talk about saving grace and enabling grace. Just what is saving grace? 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We provide the information as it is since we don't have any paid staff to address user needs. However, if you have a question about one of the courses, notice a broken link, a typo, or something similar, you can reach out to Dr. - [Meet Kenneth, Spiritual Mentor, Physician, and Guide to Deeper Faith](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/kenneth-acha/) - Kenneth is a spiritual mentor, author, and teacher with a singular passion: helping Christians move beyond surface-level faith into a rich, transforming encounter with the goodness of God. Through Servants University, his YouTube channel, and direct mentoring, Kenneth walks alongside believers who are hungry to go deeper — and helps them get there. What sets - [About Servants University](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/about-servants-university/) - Servants University is a free, non-denominational ministry based in Austin, Texas. We create content that mentors and equips believers to grow spiritually. A key part of that ministry is creating excellent Bible college or seminary courses that people can take free of charge, at their own time, to grow themselves in the Lord. We don't - [Choosing Courses](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/choosing-courses/) - To decide what courses to take on your own, you can choose any courses you like or go by the degrees and certificate courses below. As mentioned on other pages, although our courses are excellent and at the same level as those at any accredited Bible College or seminary, they are completely free of charge - [Study Online](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/start-here/) - Take College Courses Free of Charge Have you ever wanted to take Bible college courses created by top professors for free? Has money been an issue for you? If so, you've come to the right place. Dr. Acha and his colleagues here at Servants University have created excellent courses that anyone, anywhere, can access for - [Apply to Join Our Fellowship](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/apply-to-join-our-fellowship/) - [Child Selection Criteria](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/child-selection-criteria/) - A word to pastors: These children are required to either already be attending your church or start attending it while on scholarship. Thus, the child needs to live in a place where they can easily walk to your church and to school. A good way to handle this scholarship is to announce it in your - [Orphan Attestation Form](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/orphan-attestation-form/) - [Fellowship](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/fellowship/) - The following articles contain information about our Shaping Destiny Fellowship, where we work with a few pastors in specific regions of Cameroon to serve widows, orphans, and make disciples together. Pastors (Fellowship Members) Widow Care Orphan Care Discipleship Partnership (Optional) You can use one or more Servants University courses to teach people in your church - [Guidelines for Distributing Widow Care Gifts](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/guidelines-for-distributing-widow-care-gifts/) - A Vision for Catalyzing Compassion and Generosity in the Church Dear Pastor, This gift to your church is intended not only to bless poor widows in need but also to inspire the church to embrace and grow in its biblical calling to care for widows and the poor (including orphans). It is our prayer that - [Tentative Criteria for Selecting Widows](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tentative-criteria-for-selecting-widows/) - Text (NIV). I’ve also looked at other versions like the NLT and ESV: 3 Give proper recognition to those widows who are really in need. 4 But if a widow has children or grandchildren, these should learn first of all to put their religion into practice by caring for their own family and so repaying their parents - [Widow Attestation Form](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/widow-attestation-form/) - [SU Approved Study Centers](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-colleges/) - Start a Servants University-Approved Bible College or Study Center You're Just a Few Steps Away from Launching a Ministry Training Hub in Your Community Thank you for your desire to raise up gospel-centered leaders and multiply disciples through biblical education. This page explains what it means to become a Servants Study Center (affiliated with Servants - [Start a Bible College](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/start-a-bible-college/) - Empowering Local Churches and Christian Leaders to Train Believers and Multiply Disciples At Servants University, our calling is to equip the Church for faithful gospel ministry and the expansion of God’s Kingdom. We partner with local churches, pastors, and Christian leaders to help them start Bible Colleges and Study Centers in their communities—centers of training - [Pastor Application for Widow Support Partnership, Page 2](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/pastor-application-for-widow-support-partnership-page-2/) - [Pastor Selection Criteria](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/pastor-selection-criteria/) - We select trustworthy pastors who at least meet the following criteria: Trustworthy Character & Recommendation They are known to be people of high integrity. They must be recommended by a pastor (or believer) we know and trust (ideally, a current member of our fellowship). After initial admission into the fellowship, we will get to know - [Educational Philosophy of Servants University](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/educational-philosophy/) - Renowned Christian leader, recipient of the Order of the British Empire for Christian service and theological writing, J. Oswald Sanders, gave a beautiful description of the teaching style of Jesus that succinctly expresses the educational philosophy of Servants University. He wrote: “Jesus trained His disciples superbly for their future roles. He taught by example and - [Learning Online with SU](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/studying-online/) - Interactive Online Classes at SU Many of our students have come to discover that our online training offers such high interactivity and fellowship with faculty and other students that it sufficiently meets their need for community and fellowship that they would typically get in a face-to-face format. We do everything possible to foster an interactive - [FAQs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/faqs/) - Getting Started Can I take classes online? Yes! As an online school, all our courses are offered online. Do I need to be admitted before taking courses for personal enrichment? No. The personal enrichment pathway of learning doesn't require admissions. The pathway that requires admission is the university education pathway. If you want to take - [What Can SU Training Do For You?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/potential-career-options/) - What can training at Servants University prepare you for? Servants University offers degree and certificate programs to equip students for a lifetime of faithful ministry to God. The training will equip you whether you want to serve in full-time ministry in a church setting, work as a missionary, start an orphanage, or be a faithful - [Academics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/academics/) - Servants University & College offers Bible College training with degrees in Orphan Care and Management, World Missions and Evangelism, Biblical Studies and other degrees - [Request a Transcript](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/request-a-transcript/) - To request your transcript from Servants University, please complete the following form and pay the required transcript request fee: Click here to see the transcript request fee. Your request is completed after you complete the following form and pay the appropriate transcript request fee. You may make payments through this link. - [Optional Fees](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/optional-fees/) - Optional Fees The following fees are optional because not everyone will need them. Transfer Credit: $17 per course. Transcript Fee: $15 Portfolio Assessment Fee: $100 Graduation or Course Certificate Fee: $85* Master's graduation gear deposit: $125 (refunded when you ship back the graduation gown and hood. Students get to keep the cap and tassel). Bachelor's - [Add, Drop, Withdrawal and Refund Policy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/add-drop-withdrawal-and-refund-policy/) - Add, Drop Policy Servants University students may drop a course at any time before the start date of the semester and get a 100% refund of their tuition for the course that has been dropped (please see policy below for exceptions). After this time period, no class may be dropped without a grade of W. The course - [Policies](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/policies/) - Grades and symbols Servants University operates on a semester basis using a 4-point grading scale as follows: Grade Score Percent Rating A 4.00 93 - 100 Excellent A- 3.67 90 - 92.99 B+ 3.33 87 - 89.99 B 3.00 83 - 86.99 Above Average B- 2.67 80 - 82.99 C+ 2.33 77 - 79.99 For - [Current Courses](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/current-courses/) - Summer 2025 Sub-term 1 (8 weeks) start date: 06/16/2024 Undergraduate BIBL 104 Old Testament Survey, 3 credits Graduate BIBL 504 Old Testament Survey, 3 credits Register for classes. **If you really want to take a course that is not being offered this semester, contact the registrar to be considered for FlexPace. *Please note: In the rare - [Academic Calendar](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/academic-calendar/) - This academic calendar serves SU students in the traditional university education program. Students in the personal enrichment program take courses whenever they want. No calendar is necessary. Servants University’s academic calendar has three terms (semesters) and five sub-terms. The three terms are Fall, Spring, and Summer. The Fall and Spring terms are 16 weeks long, - [How to Register for Classes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/register/) - To register for classes, check our academic calendar to see when classes will start next. One month before the class start date, register for classes as shown below. If you were admitted late, register for classes as soon as possible. If you have any questions, email registrar@servantsuniversity.com, and our registrar's office will gladly assist you. - [Transfer and Alternative Credits](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/transfer-credits/) - Transfer Credits Servants University accepts transfer credits for coursework that students have successfully completed at other reputable institutions. The applicability of the specific course toward a degree or certificate program depends on the requirements of the department offering the equivalent coursework at Servants University. Transfer courses must have clear equivalents to SU courses and cover - [Application Process](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/apply-for-admission/) - Admissions Deadlines The Best Time to Apply What is the best time to apply? The best time to apply is the first time you think about coming to SU. The second best time to apply is at least one month before the admissions deadline. Our admissions deadlines are recommended deadlines, not hard deadlines. Students can - [Degree & Certificate Programs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/degree-certificate-programs/) - Orphan Care Degree & Certificate Programs - [University Education](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/university-education/) - As of June 1st, 2025, Servants University will put a pause on offering degrees and certificates. Students interested in taking any of our courses may do so through personal enrichment at no cost. Their work will not be graded. - [Application Form](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/application-form/) - As of June 1st, 2025, Servants University will put a pause on offering degrees and certificates. Students interested in taking any of our courses can reach out to us and be given access to take courses for personal enrichment for a small fee. Their work will not be graded. - [Master of Divinity – General Ministry Studies](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/master-of-divinity-general-ministry-studies/) - ABI's Master of Divinity in General Ministry Studies - [Bachelor of Christian Ministry-Global Missions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bachelor-of-christian-ministry-global-missions/) - CURRICULUM General Education Courses (18 credits) COMM 111 English Composition I COMM 112 English Composition II SCIM 201 Introduction to Psychology COMM 120 Internet Communication Any Physical / Biological Science course Any Philosophy course Core Courses (54 Credits) THEO 201 Systematic Theology I THEO 202 Systematic Theology II THEO 220 Life & Godliness - [Bachelor of Arts in Biblical & Theological Studies (96 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bachelor-of-arts-in-biblical-theological-studies/) - Biblical and theological studies curriculum - [How the Degrees Build on each other](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-the-degrees-build/) - Here is how the degrees build on each other. Choose the level you desire to attain. Each course is three credit hours. UNDERGRADUATE Year 1 | Undergraduate Certificate - Foundations of Ministry | (10 courses / 30 credits) Year 2 | Associate Degree - Ministry Preparation | (20 courses / 60 credits) Year 3 | - [Bachelor of Arts in Ministry to Orphans and Vulnerable Children (96 Credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bachelor-of-arts-in-ministry-to-orphans-and-vulnerable-children/) - General Education Courses (12 credits) COMM 111 English Composition I COMM 112 English Composition II SCIM 201 Introduction to Psychology COMM 120 Internet Communication* Core Courses (27 Credits) THEO 201 Systematic Theology I THEO 202 Systematic Theology II THEO 220 Life & Godliness THEO 206 Spiritual Formation THEO 325 Apologetics BIBL 104 Old Testament - [Conflict Stages](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/conflict-stages/) - Another way to analyze the issues of a conflict is to understand the stage the conflict is at and the stages it has gone through. Every story you have ever heard has a plot and conflict that drives the story forward. The plot shows the story going through a series of phases, as shown in - [FlexPace Courses](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/flexpace/) - With SU's FlexPace, admitted SU students can finish their degree program in record time! Instead of waiting around for a course you need to be offered during a traditional semester, you can take courses you need off-cycle through the FlexPace program. What is SU FlexPace? Flexible start dates and the course duration. Whether you're looking - [Paying Fees or Making Donations](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/payments/) - Follow the instructions on this page to pay your assessment fees or to make a donation to support tuition-free education. A) Paying Fees or Making a Donation 1) Pay Online. Pay through our Secure Payment Form. 2) Mail a personal check, cashier's check, or money order. Here is our mailing address. This method should be used only - [Faculty, Contributors, and Staff](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/faculty-contributors-staff/) - Dr. Kenneth Acha, MD, DMin, DAAFP Dr. Acha is the president of SU, the chair of the Department of Orphans and Vulnerable Children, and the founder and president of the Kenneth Acha Foundation. He is also a full-time board-certified Family Medicine specialist and former assistant professor of clinical medicine based in California, USA. He blogs - [Cost of Attendance (for the University Education Program only)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/cost-of-attendance/) - We offer excellent tuition-free education to everyone. Yes, you read correctly. That means students don't pay to attend classes; the instruction is free. The following comparatively small costs are for students who desire to obtain a formal university education and obtain a degree or certificate. Anyone can take the same classes at no cost through - [Admission Requirements](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/admission-requirements/) - "When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus." Acts 4:13 NIV All our courses are freely available for anyone to take for personal enrichment and advancement of their spiritual lives and service - [Tuition Free](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tuition-free/) - What does tuition-free mean? Someone may ask, if one needs to pay an assessment fee to get a degree or certificate, what is tuition-free? Good question. Tuition-free means students receive free instruction. In other words, they don't pay to take the classes. Every student at Servants University receives the lectures for free and has access - [Blog Posts - Start Here](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/blog-start-page/) - This page contains some of our best articles and is a good place to start. The focus of our teaching ministry is training servants for Christ. Thus, you will see articles on our site on various topics to help us and our readers live as wise servants. Sample topics include habits in general (how to - [Theo 325 Apologetics Details](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/theo-325-apologetics-details-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” height=”711px” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ height_last_edited=”on|tablet” height_tablet=”1060px” height_phone=”1132px”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”none” min_height=”0vh” height=”657px” max_height=”1000px” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” parallax=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.servantsuniversity.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Apologetics-Graphic-2.jpg” alt=”Apologetics Thumbnail” title_text=”Apologetics Graphic (2)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”0px|100px” transform_translate_linked=”off” hover_enabled=”0″ box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” transform_scale=”85%|85%” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” - 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General Education Courses (12 credits) COMM 120 Internet Communication COMM 111 English Composition I COMM 112 English Composition II SCIM 201 Introduction to Psychology Core Courses - [Bachelor of Christian Ministry- Pastoral Studies](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bachelor-of-christian-ministry-pastoral-studies/) - CURRICULUM General Education Courses (18 Units) COMM 111 English Composition I COMM 112 English Composition II SCIM 201 Introduction to Psychology COMM 120 Internet Communication Any Physical / Biological Science course Any Philosophy course (not logic) Core Courses (54 credits) THEO 201 Systematic Theology I THEO 202 Systematic Theology II THEO 220 Life - [Master of Divinity in Ministry to Orphans and Vulnerable Children (72 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/master-of-divinity-in-ministry-to-orphans-and-vulnerable-children/) - Core Courses (18 Credits) THEO 501 Systematic Theology I THEO 502 Systematic Theology II THEO 520 Life & Godliness THEO 506 Spiritual Formation THEO 625 Apologetics BIBL 501 Hermeneutics and Bible Study Methods Orphans and Vulnerable Children Major (54 Credits) MINS 501 Effective Ministry to the Poor I MINS 502 Effective Ministry to the Poor - [Course Descriptions - Undergraduate Level](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/course-descriptions/) - Austin Bible College course descriptions page describes the courses that are taught at this Bible college. - [Master of Divinity in Biblical & Theological Studies](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/master-of-divinity-in-biblical-theological-studies/) - Curriculum for the Master of Divinity - Biblical Studies - [Master of Arts in Biblical & Theological Studies (36 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/master-of-arts-in-biblical-theological-studies/) - Master of Arts - Biblical Studies curriculum - [Graduate Certificate in Biblical & Theological Studies (24 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/graduate-certificate-in-biblical-studies/) - Required Courses MISS 515 Seeking Revival MINS 504 Starting a Ministry BIBL 615 John THEO 625 Apologetics BIBL 501 Hermeneutics and Bible Study Methods THEO 506 Spiritual Formation MISS 505 Following the H.S. into Disciplemaking Elective Total Hours Required For Graduation: 24 credits Students may substitute several of these courses with other SU Theology and - [Course Descriptions - Graduate Level](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/course-descriptions-graduate-level/) - How to quickly find a course description Our course numbering system consists of a 4-letter prefix identifying the department and a 3-digit number identifying the class. The first digit identifies the year in which the course would normally be taken (e.g. 100 level courses are freshman, 200 level courses are sophomore, 300 level courses - [Undergraduate Certificate in Biblical & Theological Studies (30 Credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/undergraduate-certificate-in-biblical-theological-studies/) - The undergraduate Certificate in Biblical & Theological Studies program is designed for people who want to dig deep into God's word but don't have the time to invest in a longer program of study. Required Courses (30 credits) MINS 204 Starting a Ministry MISS 215 Seeking Revival BIBL 315 John THEO 325 Apologetics BIBL 301 - [Bachelor of Christian Ministry- General Ministry Studies](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bachelor-of-christian-ministry-general-studies/) - Curriculum General Education Courses (18 Credits) COMM 111 English Composition I COMM 112 English Composition II SCIM 201 Introduction to Psychology COMM 120 Internet Communication Any Physical / Biological Science course Any Philosophy course Core Courses (54 Credits) THEO 201 Systematic Theology I THEO 202 Systematic Theology II THEO 220 Life & Godliness - [Graduate Certificate in Orphan Care (24 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/graduate-certificate-in-orphan-care/) - Curriculum for Graduate Diploma in Orphan Care - [Basic Graduate Certificate in Orphan Care (12 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/basic-graduate-certificate-in-orphan-care/) - This certificate program introduces students to orphan care. Required Courses (12 Credits) MINS 501 Effective Christian Ministry to the Poor I MINS 502 Effective Christian Ministry to the Poor II MINS 504 Starting an Orphan Care Ministry BIBL 501 Hermeneutics and Bible Study Methods Students may replace any ministry courses above with other commensurate courses - [Master of Arts in Ministry to Orphans and Vulnerable Children (36 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/master-of-arts-in-ministry-to-orphans-and-vulnerable-children/) - Core Courses (15 Credits) THEO 501 Systematic Theology I THEO 502 Systematic Theology II THEO 506 Spiritual Formation BIBL 501 Hermeneutics and Bible Study Methods THEO 520 Life & Godliness Orphans and Vulnerable Children (21 Credits) MINS 501 Effective Ministry to the Poor I MINS 502 Effective Ministry to the Poor II MINS 504 - [Basic Undergraduate Certificate in Orphan Care (15 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/degree-plans/certificate-in-orphan-care/) - Provides basic training in orphan care - [Associate of Arts in Christian Ministry to Orphans and Vulnerable Children (60 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/associates-degree-in-orphan-care-and-management/) - The Associate of Arts degree in Global Missions and Ministry to the Poor takes 2.5 years to complete (this includes practicum) and is designed for people who want to equip themselves for orphan care & global missions. - [Undergraduate Certificate in Orphan Care (30 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/undergraduate-certificate-in-orphan-care/) - This advanced certificate in orphan care is designed for people who want to improve their orphan care ability but don't have the time for a 4 year degree. - [Life Group Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/lifegroups/) - Resources for Life Groups Antioch Waco has some excellent Life Group Resources at LifeGroupLeaders.com. 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We know God by experience as we serve or obey him, and he accomplishes his work through us. MISSION Our mission is to "go into all the world and teach everyone who has been called to OVC ministry, missions, and the - [Making History](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/making-history/) - "Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world." James 1:27 “When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his glorious throne. All the nations will - [Sending Your Transcripts for Admissions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/sending-your-transcripts-for-admissions/) - For your admissions package to be complete, you need to Complete the Application for Admission, Email transcripts to admissions@servantsuniversity.com. Unofficial transcripts are okay for admissions. OR complete a transcript deferment form if you do not have access to your unofficial transcripts. This allows you to send them in later. Which Transcripts Should You Send? If - [Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/resources/) - Below is a list of helpful resources that you can use: Optional Fees Policies - [Goal-Driven Learning](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/goal-driven-learning/) - Goal-driven learning (GDL) is an active and strategic process in which the learner develops a learning goal and then proceeds to identify and satisfy her information and skill needs after considering her prior knowledge, capabilities, and opportunities for learning in her environment. At SU we believe that people learn best when they are exposed to - [Completing Your Application](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/completing-your-application/) - Thank you for completing your application for admission into SU! Next Steps There are just two things you have left to do. 1. Pay Your Application Fee See the amount here. Pay the application fee. 2. Submit Transcript or Transcripts Deferment Form You need to send in your transcripts (unofficial transcripts are okay for admission). If - [Benefits of Peer Assessment](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/benefits-of-peer-assessment/) - Implementing peer-to-peer assessment in college-level classes offers distinct benefits for students. We will look at some of those benefits below according to the roles students play in peer-to-peer assessments. Benefits of grading others When acting in the role of a grader/assessor, students experience the following benefits: Enhanced Learning and Understanding: Deepening Subject Knowledge: Grading others - [Church Models: Comparing Andy Stanley's Deep and Wide with Jared Wilson's The Prodigal Church](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/comparing-two-church-models/) - Question: What aspects of the book Deep & Wide and The Prodigal Church have stood out the most to you thus far in your reading? Aspects of deep and wide that have stood out the most to me. The one thing that stood out to me the most as I read Andy Stanley’s book was - [Speed Reading](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/speedreading/) - To increase reading speed, do the following. Pace yourself. Use a finger/hand, pen, etc. to guide your eyes through the passage. Eliminating subvocalization / Auditory reassurance. I tell myself, "See, don't say". You see the words, not say the words. You read by sight, not by sound. Eliminate regression. Regression is going back and rereading. - [Personality Tests: DiSC and Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/personality-tests-disc-and-myers-briggs-type-indicator-mbti/) - ** Personality types are not boxes. They are not prophecies. They are ways we prefer to act. It doesn't mean we can't act otherwise. It's also can't be used as an excuse for behaving poorly. Common personality tests DISC - The Original Disc is in the Public domain now. Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Enneagram - [What are Spiritual Disciplines (kingdom practices)?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-are-spiritual-disciplines/) - Spiritual disciplines are gospel-centered personal and interpersonal activities (practices) that are prescribed in the Bible as means for collaborating with the Holy Spirit’s work of producing growth in godliness in the believer (1 Tim 4:7 NASB). Spiritual disciplines don’t guarantee or produce growth. The Holy Spirit produces growth and spiritual disciplines are merely a means to - [No Such Thing as "the Gift of Evangelism" by Ed Stetzer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/no-such-thing-as-the-gift-of-evangelism-by-ed-stetzer/) - The following is a reposting of a blog post by Ed Stetzer. The original can be found on the Christianity.com link at the end of this posting. Recently, I spoke at the Church of God Triennial meeting in Decatur, IL. One of the things I talked about was my belief that there is no such - [Culture: Resources for building organizational culture](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/culture/) - ** The goal of this study is not head knowledge but application for life change. As such, the way to study the material is to focus on always asking and answering the question: "How can I apply this lesson to make my life and ministry better?" If we are always hungry for growth and ask - [Our Core Values](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/our-core-values/) - Core values are crucial for intentional living, culture creation, and spiritual formation (disciplemaking). We have a set of core values that guide us as individuals and an organization. We remember our core values by the simple mnemonic PRAISE GOD. PRAISE GOD stands for Passion, Relationship, Authenticity, Intentional leadership, Simplicity, Excellence in service, Growth, Ownership, and - [Volunteer Storyteller Job Description](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/volunteer-storyteller-job-description/) - Servants University is part of the Kenneth Acha Foundation, a nonprofit started in 2005. We are looking for volunteers who invest 5-10 hours per week serving as storytellers. They tell the organization's story in two ways: Written - Through blog posts, newspapers, brochures, etc. Orally—through public speaking at churches, conferences, vlogs, and podcasts. They speak - [Provider Information](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/provider-information/) - Name and Title: Kenneth Acha, MD Board Certified in Family Medicine Education: Residency: UCR Family Medicine Residency Program, Waco Family Medicine Residency Program. Medical school: Texas A&M College of Medicine Professional Biography: Dr. Acha is a board-certified family medicine doctor at UCR Health where he enjoys seeing patients of all ages, from newborns to elderly - [What is Meditation : Christian Meditation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-meditation/) - This page discusses Christian meditation - [Core Values Explained](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/corevalues-explained/) - Core values are crucial for intentional living, culture creation, and spiritual formation (disciplemaking). We have a set of core values that guide us as individuals and an organization. We remember our core values by the simple mnemonic PRAISE GOD. 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"Some men see things as they are, and ask why. I dream of things that never were, and ask why not." Robert F. Kennedy "Discovery consists of seeing what everybody has seen, and - [Blog Articles](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/blog-articles/) - This page gives you a place to start on this blog so that you can easily navigate the site and benefit from its amazing content. - [All Posts](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/allposts/) - [Display Posts by Title](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/displaypostsbytitle/) - [Display Posts by Date](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/displaypostsbydate/) - [Who We Are](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/who-we-are/) - We believe the greatest need within the Church today is for us to rise up and be the wise Christians God has called us to be. We are living in the last days characterized by the perilous times described in 2 Timothy 3:1-4. In such times, we need godly wisdom to navigate the troubled waters - [Student Volunteer Application Form](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/student-volunteer-application-form/) - [A Brief History of the Inductive Bible Study Movement](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-brief-history-of-the-inductive-bible-study-movement/) - One of the most thrilling developments in the Bible study area happened with John Ruskin’s 1857 publication of the laws of composition. Ruskin proposed nine laws of composition, which, as he noted, guided all of composition, not merely literary composition.[i] However, the Inductive Bible Study (IBS) Movement, as we know it today, traces its roots - [The Difference Between an Inductive and a Deductive Spirit or Mindset in Bible Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-difference-between-an-inductive-and-a-deductive-spirit-or-mindset-in-bible-study/) - This is adapted from the book Inductive Bible Study by Dr. Kenneth Acha. Inductive Spirit and Mindset Deductive Spirit and Mindset Is humble, Is prideful, Is teachable, Is unteachable, Radically open-minded; shows radical openness to the evidence and will follow it wherever it leads. Radically close-minded; shows little commitment to the evidence Always leaves room - [What is an argument? ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-an-argument/) - Let’s consider some features of arguments. What I’m about to say about arguments may seem technical, but it’s not. You are likely already doing these things when you communicate with others. However, we need to review them to become aware of them when reading the Bible. An argument is a sequence of propositions advanced to - [Salvation as Past, Present, and Future](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/salvation-as-past-present-and-future/) - In the New Testament, the concept of salvation is portrayed as having past, present, and future aspects. Here are some Bible verses that support each of these perspectives: Past Salvation - This aspect of salvation is often seen as the act of being saved or delivered from sin and its consequences through faith in Jesus - [What’s the difference between hermeneutics and exegesis? ](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/whats-the-difference-between-hermeneutics-and-exegesis/) - Hermeneutics is the study of the correct principles and methods of interpretation (especially interpretation of the Scriptures), and exegesis applies those principles and methods to study texts of scripture. Hermeneutics provides theoretical knowledge, and exegesis is the practical implementation of that knowledge; Hermeneutics gives the tools for discovering what the author intended to communicate (i.e., - [Popular Non-Calvinist Christian Theologians and Figures](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/non-calvinist-christian-theologians-and-figures/) - 100 plus non-Calvinist Christian figures and theologians. Jacobus Arminius John Wesley Charles Wesley Billy Graham A.W. Tozer Grant R. Osborne, New Testament scholar and author of The Hermeneutical Spiral. William W. Klein, New Testament scholar and co-author of Introduction to Biblical Interpretation and The New Chosen People. Francis Asbury N.T. Wright Leighton Flowers William Lane - [Share Jesus Without Fear by William Fay - A Book Review](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/share-jesus-without-fear/) - Note: I wrote this for an evangelism course I took while in Seminary. Abstract The purpose of William Fay’s book is to provide freedom and encouragement to his readers and empower them to share their faith and never fail[1]. 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Self-efficacy pertains to beliefs, or perceived abilities, rather than actual abilities It is influenced by one’s accomplishments or mastery, vicarious experiences through others, “verbal persuasion” - [How to Use PowerPoint in Split Screen with another window side by side](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-use-powerpoint-in-split-screen-with-another-window-side-by-side/) - If you have a large computer screen, you may want to record a PowerPoint presentation with your notes on the same computer, instead of say, printing them and having them near you. This is very easy. Open your PowerPoint presentation and click on Slide Show on the top menu panel. Then click on Set up - [Tools for Understanding and Labeling Emotions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tools-for-understanding-and-labeling-emotions/) - 1. The Mood Meter Link to the Mood Meter from the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Blank Mood Meter page. 2. 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The investor -- known as the Oracle of Omaha -- is the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. - [The Transtheoretical Model (TTM) of Change](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-transtheoretical-model-ttm-of-change/) - Republished from https://sphweb.bumc.bu.edu/otlt/mph-modules/sb/behavioralchangetheories/BehavioralChangeTheories6.html The Transtheoretical Model (also called the Stages of Change Model), developed by Prochaska and DiClemente in the late 1970s, evolved through studies examining the experiences of smokers who quit on their own with those requiring further treatment to understand why some people were capable of quitting on their own. It was determined - [Motivational Interviewing Example in Medicine](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/motivational-interviewing-example-in-medicine/) - [Dual Degree Programs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/dual-degree-programs/) - The Dual Degree Programs allow exceptional undergraduate students at SU, the opportunity to earn a master's degree in a shorter period of time. Prospective students must be in touch with our Admissions Coordinator well in advance of applying in order to plan accordingly and must meet normal standards of graduate admissions at the time of - [How to Remove the Underline From a Hyperlink in Microsoft Word](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-remove-the-underline-from-a-hyperlink-in-microsoft-word/) - I write eBooks and often put hyperlinks in them both to link different parts of the book and also to provide external links. By default, Microsoft Word underlines all hyperlinks. However, to remove them is easy. 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We are a vibrant community of passionate students, staff, and - [Deposit, Tuition, and Fees](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/deposit/) - [Secure Payment Form](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/paymentform/) - [How to Use Facebook Comments on your Wordpress Blog Post](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-use-facebook-comments-on-your-wordpress-blog-post/) - I recently did this on this blog and am documenting this for future reference and for anyone who wants to do the same. I first watched a YouTube video from WPBeginner.com on the subject. They show you how to install a plugin called Lazy FB Comments and activate it. Then go to developers.facebook.com and create - [Line Spacing a Book in Word](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/line-spacing-a-book-in-word/) - Method 1 (which I use regularly) Go to the Paragraph dialog box. Under the Spacing section, go to Line Spacing. In the drop-down, choose Multiple, and under "at", to the right, enter 1:20. This 120% (1.2) of the font size. This allows you to set your line spacing at intervals between single and double. In - [How to import or copy styles from one word document to another](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-import-or-copy-styles-from-one-word-document-to-another/) - How to copy heading styles (and other styles) from one document to another On a Mac Computer Go to the Format tab at the top of the screen. Go to Style. In the style dialog box, click Organizer. The Organizer dialog box opens. The styles in the current document you have open are shown on - [Photoshop Elements: How to copy a layer to another composition or photo](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/photoshop-elements-how-to-copy-a-layer-to-another-composition-or-photo/) - Right-click on the layer you want to copy. Click Duplicate Layers. The dialog box opens up. Chose the name of the new composition you want to send the duplicated layer to under Documents: "Name of New composition." Click okay and the layer is sent. - [Low Income Grant Application - United States](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/low-income-grant-application-united-states/) - [Creating Exams and Quizzes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/examsandquizzes/) - [The Attributes of Authentic Character](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-attributes-of-authentic-character/) - Several years ago, I decided to search scriptures to discover what attributes define the image of Christ that as a Christian I was supposed to grow into. I did this for my personal growth and to teach students that were coming through Servants University, where I taught missions. That work has resulted in the following: - [Word Study](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/wordstudy/) - The following video by Dr. Brian Russell illustrates how to do an original biblical language word study. Note that we always study the original Greek, Hebrew, or Aramaic words behind the English word. 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You can - [Charting a Biblical Book](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/charting-a-biblical-book/) - The following resources will help you with Charting a Biblical Book. 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You may be wondering, what are - [Book Summary of the Mortification of Sin in Believers by John Owen](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/book-summary-of-the-mortification-of-sin-in-believers-by-john-owen/) - Chapter 1. The Framework for Mortifying Sin is provided in Rom 8:13b, "But if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.” The thesis of John Owen’s entire book, Of the Mortification of Sins in Believers, comes from what Paul teaches in Romans 8:13b. Owen’s seemed to be using - [diet](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/diet/) - English LCHF Foods LCHF Foods Dietary Handout, English Español Los alimentos bajos en carbohidratos Dietary Handout, Spanish - [Negotiation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/negotiation/) - * Interests and positions are akin to disease and signs and symptoms in medicine. You want to ultimately treat the disease, not the symptoms. What is negotiation? 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If you want to learn more about how to use it, please check there. However, here are two examples of how it is used. ...of processes that take time” (LeDoux 2003, 116). ...the eighteenth century (Pastoureau 2001, 124). It is the - [SPITCEROW Conflict Analysis](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spitcerow-conflict-analysis/) - [Conflict Metaphors](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/conflict-metaphors/) - It is helpful to describe conflict in terms of metaphors. I share three metaphors below. 1. Conflict as a tree The roots refer to the root causes, the stem is the problem, and the foliage is the effects. 2. Conflict as an iceberg The tip of the iceberg is the conflict that you see - [Moodle Training for Course Creators and Teachers](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/moodletraining/) - If you are hired to teach with Servants University, you would need training and access to our online learning management system, Moodle. By this time, you would have discussed the courses you would be teaching with the academic dean and submitted a syllabus and textbooks for approval. After that: We will create a "Course Creator" - [INTRODUCTION TO PEACEMAKING AND CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/introduction-to-peacemaking-and-conflict-transformation/) - Conflict is everywhere Conflict is everywhere. Literally. You are either in a conflict now, coming out of a conflict, or ready to enter into one. Humans are relational beings. We live through relationships. All our relationships succumb to conflict, even the relationship with God! We have conflict with a spouse or significant others, parents, siblings, - [Lessons from the FBI for Negotiation and Behavior Design](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/lessons-from-the-fbi-for-negotiation-and-behavior-design/) - Chris Voss, former FBI hostage negotiator, in his book, Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if your life depended on it, talks about the following negotiation techniques developed at the FBI. However, the following comes from this Stanford page: https://gdt.stanford.edu/what-can-the-fbi-teach-us-about-behavior-design/ The FBI Hostage Negotiation Team developed a five-step Behavior Change Stairway Model to assist in negotiation with - [Sample Forum 1](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/sample-forum-1/) - The following forum was typed in Microsoft Word and then copied and pasted onto this website. It will look similar if copied and pasted into a truth class forum. Forum 1 Microsoft Word document is here. Based upon your reading of the Averbeck articles, explain your understanding of both the importance of a biblical theology - [Bible Verses on Spiritual Formation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-verses-on-spiritual-formation/) - "And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man." Luke 2:52 NIV “Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up - [A relational Understanding of Poverty](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-relational-understanding-of-poverty/) - The following image is from WorldVision.org. It is a reproduction of Figure 4-16: A relational Understanding of Poverty in Bryant Meyer's Book, Walking with the Poor. Myers, Bryant L. Walking with the Poor: Principles and Practices of Transformational Development. Maryknoll: Orbis Books, 2011. Kindle edition. A Relational Understanding of poverty, PDF - [Learning and growing through conflict](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/learning-and-growing-through-conflict/) - Janet used to work with John, one of her supervisors. Janet felt that John didn’t respect her boundaries at all. For example, she would tell John that she plans to leave the office at 5:00 PM because she has an appointment after work. At five minutes to 5:00 PM, John would walk into her office - [Conflict Analysis](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/conflict-analysis/) - What is conflict analysis? The verb analyze means to examine systematically or methodically by separating into parts and studying their interrelations. It basically means to break something down and study it carefully and in an orderly manner to discover how the parts work together. Analyzing a conflict means to “break” the conflict down and study - ["Letter from a Birmingham Jail" by Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/letter-from-a-birmingham-jail-king-jr/) - 16 April 1963 My Dear Fellow Clergymen: While confined here in the Birmingham city jail, I came across your recent statement calling my present activities "unwise and untimely." Seldom do I pause to answer criticism of my work and ideas. If I sought to answer all the criticisms that cross my desk, my secretaries would - [Peacemaking](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/peacemaking/) - Peacemaking Resources: Resolution, Transformation, Negotiation Conflict Transformation Resources The Berghof Handbook for Conflict Transformation (Free online Handbook with up to date articles for practitioners). Conflict Transformation _ Beyond Intractability. | see the article on beyondintractability.org. Conflict Transformation - A multi-dimensional task. | see the article on berghof-foundation.org. The State of the Art in Conflict - [What Makes a Good DiscipleMaker at SU?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-makes-a-good-disciplemaker/) - A small church of 50 people has a big and inspiring vision to grow into an influential church that is serving 5,000 people. When this vision is attained, this church will be providing amazing opportunities to its church members, pastors, and making a huge impact both locally and globally for the glory of God. Instead of - [Cameroon Campus](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/cameroon/) - Tuition & Fees Servants University (SU) offers some of the lowest tuition rates of any institution of its caliber in the world. Our goal is to make education affordable to students and families at all income levels. As such, we have a need-blind admission policy. That means we admit students without regard to their ability - [Learn How to Use the Internet for Biblical Communication](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/learn-how-to-use-the-internet-for-biblical-communication/) - The population of the internet is growing daily. People from every background are using it. How are you going to reach them with your message? - [Learn What it Takes to Start an Orphanage in Only 8 Weeks](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/startanorphanage/) - This page shows an ABI course on what it takes to start an orphan care organization. - [Learn What it Takes to Start a Non-Profit](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/learn-what-it-takes-to-start-a-non-profit/) - Note: This is an online course. Students do not have to move to Austin to take it. All our courses are now available online! About the Instructor Dr. Kenneth Acha has ten years of experience in non-profit creation and management. His experience is both personal and vocational. He grew up with a father who, - [Learn What it Takes to Start a Nonprofit in Only 8 Weeks](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/learn-what-it-takes-to-start-a-nonprofit-in-only-8-weeks/) - Note: This is an online course. Students do not have to move to Austin to take it. All our courses are now available online! About the Instructor Dr. Kenneth Acha has ten years of experience in nonprofit management. After moving to the U.S. in December 2000, Dr. Acha founded an orphan care nonprofit ministry in Cameroon that - [Writing a Course Plan / Outline](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/writing-a-course-planoutline/) - The first step into creating your course will be to write a detailed course plan and submit it to the provost for approval before we determine whether or not we would like to hire you to create the course. This is a great way for us to see, in advance, how you would "map out" the course if - [The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-twelve-steps-of-alcoholics-anonymous/) - The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (on this site) | On the AA website. THE TWELVE STEPS OF ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS We admitted we were powerless over alcohol—that our lives had become unmanageable. Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives - [Enrollment Deposit](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/enrollment-deposit/) - Enrollment Deposit (one-time fee): $250 (non-refundable) Early Enrollment Deposit (one-time fee): $199 (applies only if a student pays the non-refundable enrollment deposit fee within 5 business days of being offered admission) An offer of admission is not final until the student takes the step of accepting the offer and paying their non-refundable enrollment deposit. Why - [Quotes about TeamWork](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/quotes-about-teamwork/) - "Individual commitment to a group effort--that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work." --Vince Lombardi "Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships." --Michael Jordan "Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the - [Designing a Course](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/designing-a-course/) - Some faculty don’t have to develop the courses they teach. Some of our courses are already designed. Ask the dean if your particular course is already designed or not. ** If a faculty desires to design their course from scratch, and is qualified to do so, they should discuss it with the academic dean. - [How to Import a SQL Database into phpMyAdmin](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-import-a-sql-database-into-phpmyadmin/) - Case: I backed up my Moodle site from Bluehost (the SQL database, moodledata, and moodle code) and wanted to set up my site in a new hosting account with Godaddy. Uploading the data and code is easily done in the File Manager. However, to upload the database, you do the following First, create a database - [Choosing Your Internship](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/choosing-your-internship/) - How does one go about choosing an internship program? 1. Internship Philosophy and Model As students go about choosing their internship, we recommend that they start by reading our Internship Philosophy and Model. 2. Course Descriptions for the Internship Courses The next thing we recommend for them to do is to read the course descriptions. - [Practical Book Review - The Me I Want to Be, by John Ortberg](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/practical-book-review-the-me-i-want-to-be-by-john-ortberg/) - Summarize John Ortberg’s book, The Me I Want to Be: Becoming God’s Best Version of You, which is the subject of this review, could be re-titled, “How to flourish by living in flow with the Holy Spirit’s leading.” The foundational idea of his book, Ortberg posits, is that “the only way to become the person - [Growing in Favor with God and Others](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/growing-in-favor-with-god-and-others/) - Introduction After reading Luke 2:52 in different Bible translations, I settled on a favorite rendition of the verse: “And Jesus kept increasing in wisdom and in stature, and in favor with God and men.” Luke 2:52 Amp. I love the fact that this rendition shows the continuous growth process that Jesus went through. John Gill, - [Spiritual Gift Lists and Definitions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spiritual-gift-lists-and-definitions/) - Good resources to find definitions of spiritual gifts are, 1) Saddleback's handout for class 301, 2) Lifeway resources article below. The following article from Lifeway Resources was written by pastor Gene Wilkes. "Ken Hemphill defines a spiritual gift as “an individual manifestation of grace from the Father that enables you to serve Him and thus - [Spiritual Gifts Tests](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spiritual-gifts-tests/) - Below are some spiritual gifts tests. I have serious issues with how some people use spiritual gifts tests. However, when used carefully, they may be a starting point for exploration. Spiritual-Gifts-Survey from Lifeway Resources. The original test may be found on the Lifeway Resources website link shown below. Lists and definitions of spiritual gifts. - [Calling](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/calling/) - The following articles are from our calling category. - [Student Recruitment Specialist](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/student-recruitment-specialist/) - Summary The student recruitment specialist will establish and administer programs for targeted recruitment and retention of students in graduate or undergraduate programs. This leader will serve independently. He/she will visit schools, churches, conferences, and other venues and makes presentations to groups and individuals. Uses social media as we for targeted recruitment and retention of students. - [The Price of Not Being Intentional](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-price-of-not-being-intentional/) - One of our core values is being intentional. It means to “think ahead”, look ahead and then plan and innovate accordingly. I have made so many mistakes in ministry that have brought me to fall in love with this value. In 2010, we raised more than 180,000 dollars to build a place for the children - [Accreditation Status](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/accreditation/) - Servants University(SU) is a degree-granting institution legally allowed by the state of Texas to grant degrees and certificates in Christian education. We are also established in a way that makes us currently eligible to apply for accreditation if we choose to. Our curriculum is robust and most of our teachers have at least a Master's - [The Attributes of a Servant](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-attributes-of-a-servant/) - Several years ago, I decided to search scriptures to discover what attributes define the image of Christ that as a Christian I was supposed to grow into. I did this for my personal growth and to teach students that were coming through Servants University, where I taught missions. That work has resulted in the following: - [Praying Warriors](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/praying-warriors/) - As praying warriors, our praying and our fighting are motivated by our passion for Jesus, the people we serve, and the work we do. What are praying warriors? Praying warriors are people who have a passion for Jesus, the people they serve, and the work they do. That passion is so intense that it inspires - [PRAISE GOD](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/praise/) - Key: Foster a culture of praise, fun, thanksgiving, and generosity. We will never take God's blessings for granted. We will always show gratitude. PRAISE (or PRAISE GOD) is our tenth core value. It gives a mouthpiece to the first nine. In the first nine core values, we praise God by being and doing. Here we - [Plot](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/plot/) - Notes from coursera.org course from Wesleyan University. Show, don't tell: how to show instead of tell by writing scenes. PLOT What is "plot"? "Plot is the main events of a novel or story devised and presented by the writer as an interrelated sequence." Main events of a novel or story = what happens in your story, - [2020 Academic Calendar](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/2020-academic-calendar/) - Servants University’s academic calendar consists of three terms (semesters): Fall, Spring, and Summer. The Fall and Spring terms are 16 weeks long and consist of two 8-week sub-terms. The Summer term is 8 weeks long. SPRING SEMESTER 2020 Registration for the spring semester starts November 1st. Pre-registration is from October 1st to the end of - [2021 Academic Calendar](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/2021-academic-calendar/) - Servants University’s academic calendar consists of three terms (semesters) and five sub-terms. The three terms are Fall, Spring, and Summer. The Fall and Spring terms are 16 weeks long and each consist of two 8-week sub-terms. The Summer term is 8 weeks long and is one sub-term. The five sub-terms begin in January, March, June, - [Academic Calendar Template](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/academic-calendar-template/) - Servants University’s academic calendar consists of three terms (semesters) and five sub-terms. The three terms are Fall, Spring, and Summer. The Fall and Spring terms are 16 weeks long and each consist of two 8-week sub-terms. The Summer term is 8 weeks long and is one sub-term. The five sub-terms begin in January, March, June, - [Nutrition Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/nutrition/) - Low-Carb High-Fat Foods (from Dietdoctor.com) - [How to enable the Editor link in the Appearance tab in Wordpress](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-enable-the-editor-link-in-the-appearance-tab-in-wordpress/) - Go to the cPanel. Next, go to File Manager. Click on public_html on the left-hand side. Open the folder for your site, e.g. timeofcare. Double-click to open it. Scroll down and find the file wp-config.php. Right-click and choose Edit. When the Text Editor dialog box opens, click Edit again. Then in the code, look for - [Values-Based Decision Making Models in Medicine](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/values-based-decision-making-models-in-medicine/) - The following text comes from http://www.uphs.upenn.edu/pastoral/resed/vbdm.html Facilitating Patients’/Families’ Decision Making through a Values-Based Decision-Making Model Rabbi David A. Teutsch Levin-Lieber Program in Jewish Ethics Reconstructionist Rabbinical CollegePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania A values-based decision making (VBDM) model can effectively guide a patient or family in making sound healthcare decisions that are shaped both by scientific information and likely medical outcomes, - [How to reorganize Moodle Grader Report so that Grades show up the way you want](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-reorganize-moodle-grader-report-so-that-grades-show-up-the-way-you-want/) - Go to the course whose grader report you want to look different Click on Grades in the left-hand side Go to Grade Administration, next Go to Setup Go to Gradebook setup Use the up and down arrows to move different assignments to where you want them to be. - [College Nutrition Textbooks](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/college-nutrition-textbooks/) - Nutrition: Science and Applications, 4th Edition. Undergraduate textbook. - [Domain Name Change](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/domain-name-change/) - Watch the following video by High Himanshu. He shows how to redirect all the pages using the .htaccess page. Duplicate the site using the WordPress app called Duplicator – WordPress Migration Plugin, By Snap Creek. You can also Duplicate Manually and copy the content into another folder and create a new database and copy the files - [How to get latest forum announcements sent as an email to all course users in Moodle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-get-latest-forum-announcements-sent-as-an-email-to-all-course-users-in-moodle/) - Force subscriptions in the forum settings which will notify all course users. Whether the user gets emails by default or not can be set by going to Site Administration > Plugins > Message outputs > Default message outputs. If you don;t want students to turn this off, you'd have to change their capabilities for notification - [Relationship (Kingdom Teamwork)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/relationship/) - Key: Build Kingdom Relationships for Kingdom purposes. Build Kingdom Relationships (with God, self, and others) for a Kingdom purpose that is Upward, Inward, and Outward. Our relationships power effective teamwork. God created us for teamwork (relationship). We are all the body of Christ, and each one of us is a part of it. (cf: 1 - [Excellence in Service](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/excellence-in-service/) - Key: Deliver WOW through selfless service. Make everything better not only by bringing our personal best but also by bringing our collective best. Insist on the high standards. Deliver results. Deliver WOW by standing on the shoulders of giants that went before us. "Just because you are doing the best you can do doesn't mean - [Simplicity](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/simplicity/) - Key: Pursue simplicity. Declutter and maximize what matters. Declutter, focus on what really matters, do more with less--Deep excellence allows you to go deep with less. Some favorites quotes. "In character, in manner, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity." - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow "It is always the simple that produces the marvelous." - - [Growth Mindset](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/growth/) - Key: Pursue growth through continuous learning. “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” Luke 2:52 NIV “Be prepared in season and out of season.” 2 Timothy 4:2 Today's learners are tomorrow's leaders. Learning beats knowing. We are always learning and growing, renewing our minds, and being transformed. Today's learners - [Disciplemaking](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/disciplemaking/) - Key: Evangelize to expand the kingdom. Expand the Kingdom by bringing new people into it. Evangelists grow the team by going out, recruiting the best talent, and investing in developing them to become productive team members. We hire and develop A-plus talent. We will do anything, short of sin, to make disciples. We don't merely - [Authenticity (Authentic Gospel-Centered Character)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/authenticity/) - Key: Be humble and model gospel-centered character. "The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity." Proverbs 11:3 Authenticity is humility, integrity, sincerity/genuineness, radical openness/truth-telling, vulnerability, accountability, and resilience. Humility is the tree that bears the fruit of authenticity. Our inner humility produces outer authenticity; our invisible humility produces - [Passion (Love)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/passion/) - Key: Be passionate about God, self, and others (through the work we do). Out of the abundance of a man's heart, the mouth speaks. A) For Spiritual Formation Love is the sum of all righteousness. Our passion for God, people, and work comes from fully experiencing God's Passion for us. From that place of enjoying - [Intentional Leadership](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/intentional/) - Key: Think ahead, foresee challenges, and create a winning strategy. We think ahead, considering our next step before it’s time to take it. We look ahead, foresee danger (or change, challenges, etc.), and take precautions to stay ahead. "A prudent man foresees the difficulties ahead and prepares for them; the simpleton goes blindly on and - [Ownership Mindset](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ownership/) - Key: Think and act like owners We take responsibility for the organization. We take responsibility for our own thoughts, words, and actions. Ownership is all about taking responsibility. A) Own the organization: Corporate Responsibility To think and act as an owner is the same thing as having an owner's mindset. When you become a part - [Core Values](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/corevalues/) - Our core values can all be remembered by the simple mnemonic PRAISE GOD. PRAISE GOD stands for: Prayer, Relationship, Authenticity, Intentional, Servants, Excellence, Growth, Ownership, Disciple-making. Below, we express our core values in sentences. We are Prayer Warriors We are Relationship Builders We are Authentic Souls We are Intentional We are Servant-hearted We are Excellence-Driven - [Spiritual Warfare](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spiritual-warfare/) - Spiritual Warfare Articles - [Worship](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/worship/) - Favorite Worship Songs New Wine, Hillsong Worship. Behold (Then Sings My Soul) - Hillsong Worship. Like Incense, Hillsong Worship. No Longer Slaves, Bethel Music. Who You Say I Am - Hillsong Worship. What A Beautiful Name - Hillsong Worship. So Will I (100 Billion X) - Hillsong Worship. Lord, I need you, Matt Maher. How - [Photoshop Alternatives](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/photoshop-alternatives/) - These following online programs are good photoshop alternatives. https://pixlr.com/editor/ Sumopaint.com - [The Mentoring Acrostic](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-mentoring-acrostic/) - Today, I stumbled on Aaron David Rock's doctor of ministry thesis at Liberty University. In it, he cites an acrostic for mentoring created by Professor Abe Brown and referenced in “Mentoring: The Missing Key in the Equipping of the Saints, ” a manual presented at Victory Bible College International, Spring 2004. The acrostic is M.E.N.T.O.R.I.N.G. Brown explained - [How to set up Mailchimp for Divi](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-set-up-mailchimp-for-divi/) - The Youtube video below shows you how to set up MailChimp for Divi theme. However, there has been an update in the step for putting the API code for Mailchimp. See this Divi theme article for how to do it. Scroll to the bottom and search for Mailchimp set up. - [Confirmation Required!](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/thanks-youre-signed-up/) - Thanks for entering your name and email. To make sure you want to subscribe, we need you to confirm. GO TO YOUR EMAIL AND CONFIRM SUBSCRIPTION #1 Check your inbox for a confirmation email. (You must confirm your subscription to get your free downloadable eBook) #2 Add admissions@servantsuniversity.com to your - [Statement of Faith](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/statement-of-faith/) - About The Bible The Bible is God’s word to all people. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error. 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 - [Text to speech on a Mac computer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/text-to-speech-on-a-mac-computer/) - Go to systems preferences > Accessibility > Speech. Then check the box for "Speak selected text when the key is pressed. It should say Current key: Option+Esc. If it didn't give the key, click Change Key... and press the Option key and hold and press the Esc key to set the key. Next, change the - [The Mind: Thoughts, Emotions, Perceptions, etc](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-mind-thoughts-emotions-perceptions-etc/) - This article describes what the human mind consists of. - [The 5 Elements of a Compelling Life Story](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-5-elements-of-a-compelling-life-story/) - To find that page, please click here: 5 Ways to Inventory Your Life Story - [Internships](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/internships/) - On this page, you will find information and frequently asked questions about internships at SU. 1. What is SU's philosophy about internships? Check out our ministry internship philosophy here. 2. How does one go about choosing an internship program? Check out our page on Choosing your Internship. For further questions about internships, please don't hesitate - [Internship Philosophy and Model](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/internship-philosophy-and-model/) - Internships in orphanages or orphan care organizations Students in our Orphan Care programs are expected to do a field internship as part of their training. For the internship, the student will work for an orphanage or other orphan care organization that is well established and well run. The Dean of Academics must approve the orphanage - [Reinstatement Application](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/reinstatement-application/) - [Recent Courses](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/recent-courses/) - Fall 2018 Sub-term 1 (8 weeks) start date: 08/20/2018 MINS 504 Starting an Orphanage BIBL 504 Old Testament Survey MINS 630 Biblical Child Rearing: Transforming & Ministering to the Heart of the OVC Sub-term 2 (8 weeks) start date: 10/22/2018 MINS 501 Effective Ministry to the Poor I BIBL 501 Hermeneutics THEO 506 Spiritual Formation Spring 2019 - [Staff Application Process](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/staff-application-process/) - Note: You will need a password to view the courses that need teachers and the faculty page. Please Contact us for the password. STEP ACTION DETAILS 1 Understanding the position Read your job description as well as our purpose, mission, and vision. Also, read any relevant pages to make sure the job you are applying for actually - [Application for Employment](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/application-for-employment/) - [Spanish](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/spanish/) - Resources for learning Spanish. Duolingo.com (Free site - very good) Duolingo Spanish Podcast. Duolingo.com/podcast or podcast.duolingo.com spanishdict.com (good source for conjugations) Google Translate - helps with simple translations (need to check) Nueva Versión Internacional (NVI) - The Spanish version of the NIV can help people who have read the English NIV Bible when they want - [Current Graduate Level Courses](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/current-graduate-level-courses/) - Fall 2018 Graduate Level Courses Sub-term 1 (8 weeks) start date: 08/20/2018 MINS 504 Starting an Orphanage BIBL 504 Old Testament Survey MINS 630 Biblical Child Rearing: Transforming & Ministering to the Heart of the OVC Sub-term 2 (8 weeks) start date: 10/22/2018 MINS 501 Effective Ministry to the Poor I BIBL 501 Hermeneutics THEO 506 Spiritual - [Course Offerings Determined by Level](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/course-offerings-determined-by-level/) - Select your current level to see course offerings. Current Courses Undergraduate Courses Graduate Courses - [HTML Tables](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/html-tables/) - www.W3Schools.com - [Faculty](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/faculty/) - Welcome to the Faculty Page! On this page, you will find important links and information for Servants University faculty. Faculty Handbook. - [Self-Concept](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/self-concept/) - What is self-concept theory in psychology? https://www.simplypsychology.org/self-concept.html https://explorable.com/self-concept-theory Check out this Khana Academy Video on Self-Concept. - [Technologies for online courses](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/technologies-for-online-courses/) - Video. Video Lessons can be Screen recording with audio or regular recording with teacher in front of the Camera. All videos must be HD. Weekly introductory videos cannot be screen recordings. Audio. Audio lessons may be rarely used to complement the weekly reading material. PowerPoint slides (or equivalent). Should be made before video records unless the - [Moodle: How to hide courses from students who are not enrolled](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/moodle-how-to-hide-courses-from-students-who-are-not-enrolled/) - Are you using Moodle and want to hide courses from students who are not enrolled in them but are logged in? How to display only enrolled courses in Moodle To hide courses from students who are not enrolled, I did the following things and save the changes: Step 1: Site administration -> Front page settings -> Front - [Understanding and Editing User Roles in Moodle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/understanding-and-editing-user-roles-in-moodle/) - Site Administration > Users > Permissions > Define roles. - [Effects of Chronically High Cortisol](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/effects-of-chronically-high-cortisol/) - High cortisol causes confusion High serum cortisol level is associated with increased risk of delirium after coronary artery bypass graft surgery: a prospective cohort study. Crit Care. 2010;14(6):R238. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3219980/ The problems associated with chronically elevated cortisol levels include: Suppressed immunity High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) Insulin resistance Carbohydrate cravings Hypertension Metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes Fat deposits - [Links Between Early Retirement and Mortality](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/links-between-early-retirement-and-mortality/) - "...men who retire early die sooner than men who retire at age 65 or older..." https://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/workingpapers/wp93.html https://www.medpagetoday.com/PrimaryCare/PreventiveCare/1980 "In a prospective cohort study of thousands of employees who worked at Shell Oil, the investigators found that embarking on the Golden Years at age 55 doubled the risk for death before reaching age 65, compared with those who - [Transcript Deferment Form](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/transcriptdeferment/) - [Preregistration Survey](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/preregistrationsurvey/) - [MailChimp Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/mailchimp-resources/) - Manage User Levels in Your Account. They have Owner, Admin, Manager, Author, and Viewer levels. Choose a level to give to someone you are working with. Videos on How to Use Mailchimp EVERYTHING PUT TOGETHER - [Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/objectives-and-key-results-okrs/) - OKRs at Google "So at the beginning of each quarter, Larry sets OKRs for the company, triggering everyone else to make sure their own personal OKRs roughly sync with Google’s. We don’t let the perfect be the enemy of the good. Once you see the company’s goals, it’s easy enough to compare them to your - [Printing a list of owned Kindle books](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/printing-a-list-of-owned-kindle-books/) - Amazon.com/myk - [How Understanding the Determinants of Health Influences How I Partner with Patients to Create Health](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-understanding-the-determinants-of-health-influences-how-i-partner-with-patients-to-create-health/) - The health of individuals and communities is determined by many different factors that we call the determinants of health. When I coach many of my patients, especially my younger patients, I encourage them to pursue their dreams, do meaningful work, build strong relationships, take risks, find their calling and live it out, do great work - [How do you define Meaning in Life?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-do-you-define-meaning-in-life/) - The three meanings of meaning in life: Distinguishing coherence, purpose, and significance "Abstract Despite growing interest in meaning in life, many have voiced their concern over the conceptual refinement of the construct itself. Researchers seem to have two main ways to understand what meaning in life means: coherence and purpose, with a third way, significance, - [Resources on the topic of Trust](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/resources-on-the-topic-of-trust/) - Many researchers and philosophers have written about trust. Aristotle's spoke of three modes of persuasion in rhetoric: Ethos, pathos, and logos. Even though not frequently mentioned, persuasion is about trust. It's about getting people to trust you and what you are saying. These modes of persuasion are central to building trust. Frances Frei, Professor of - [What does it mean to be an upright person?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-does-it-mean-to-be-an-upright-person/) - Uprightness is an ideal that most people never fully attain. Yet, we are still judged by how upright we are and trust depends on that. Because it is such an ideal, rather than pick a contemporary figure that would be subject to much debate, I refer you to the following biblical biographies for examples of - [Goals, Strategies, Objectives and Tactics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/goals-strategies-objectives-and-tactics/) - If you are working in performance management or strategy, it is important to know the difference between Goals, Strategies, Objectives and Tactics (G'SOT). A goal is a broad primary outcome. A strategy is the approach you take to achieve a goal. An objective is a measurable step you take to achieve a strategy. A tactic is a tool you use in pursuing an objective associated with - [SMART Goals and SMARTER Goals](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/smart-goals/) - SMART is an acronym used to help us set clear goals and key results. SMART S-Specific: The goal clearly defines the outcomes to be delivered, with any necessary interpretation agreed on by the employee and the manager in advance. M-Measurable and trackable: The achievement of the goal can be objectively assessed and tracked according to pre-determined - [The Performance Management Process](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-performance-management-process/) - SMART goals are the first step that launches the annual performance journey. They set the direction and clarify the target for the employee. Setting SMART goals puts the team member on a multi-step path toward better reward, compensation and further development. Goal Setting: A Fresh Perspective 2012 Oracle White paper titled Goal Setting: A Fresh - [Zappos Culture Training and Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/zappos-culture-training-and-resources/) - https://www.inc.com/inc-advisor/zappos-managin-people-zappos-core-values.html https://www.zapposinsights.com/ this site provides all kinds of resources for learning culture, even visits to Zappos center in Las Vegas. - [Screenflow Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/screenflow-resources/) - I use a software called Screenflow for my screen capture videos. Here are some tips for using the software. Link to Screenflow resources on Telestream.net (the maker): https://www.telestream.net/screenflow/resources.htm Choosing a specific size or area of screen to record Screenflow normally records the entire screen. If you don't want it to, for example if you don't - [What is a Flipped Classroom?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/flipped-classrooms/) - To understand what it means to flip a class or to attend a flipped classroom, it helps first to understand the traditional model--i.e. the model used before the idea of flipped classrooms became popular. The Traditional Classroom In a traditional classroom, students come to class and spend hours listening to the teacher give them a - [Divi Theme Logo Pushing into the Menu Text](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/divi-theme-logo-pushing-into-the-menu-text/) - At certain browser window dimensions, the logo pushes into the text as shown above. You may have to resize the browser window to see it. If your window is big enough or small enough it won’t show. If you go to the bottom right corner and grab your browser window and resize it gradually so - [How to Know and Do the Will of God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-know-and-do-the-will-of-god/) - Christian author Henry Blackaby in his book Experiencing God discusses 7 realities for experiencing God which he believes are crucial to knowing and doing the will of God. I have created the acronym WRITE to help people remember them. Work - God is always at work around us. Relationship - God pursues a continuing love - [A Story of Transition from Orphanage-based Care from an African Perspective](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/a-story-of-transition-from-orphanage-based-care-from-an-african-perspective/) - A Story of Transition from Orphanage-based Care from an African Perspective - [On-boarding vs. Orientation. Don't confuse the two](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/on-boarding-vs-orientation-dont-confuse-the-two/) - The difference between orientation and on-boarding "While orientation might be necessary—paperwork and other routine tasks must be completed—onboarding is a comprehensive process involving management and other employees that can last up to 12 months." SHRM "For new hires, orientation is a one-time event welcoming them to your company. Onboarding is a series of events (including orientation) that helps them - [Divi Theme Modification](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/divi-theme-modification/) - Divi theme log pushing into the menu text at certain browser window sizes. Add the following code: .et_pb_fullwidth_header {min-height: 100px;padding: 10px 0 !important;} Fullwidth Header for About Page Source: From Elegant themes website. Update the Fullwidth Header Settings as follows: Content Options Title: About Us Subheading Text: We do things differently… Background Image - [Hiring Life Cycle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hiring-life-cycle/) - Hiring Lifecycle - [Library for Culture Building](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/library-for-culture-building/) - The following books are from the Zappos library Title Author Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy Sheryl Sandberg #GirlBoss Sophia Amoruso Ask More: The Power of Questions to Open Doors, Uncover Solutions, and Spark Change Frank Sesno Beyond Empowerment: The Age of the Self-Managed Organization Doug Kirkpatrick Contagious: Why Things Catch On - [Core Behaviors instead of Core Values](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/core-behaviors-instead-of-core-values/) - Instead of the common reference to core values, I prefer to say core behaviors. In practical terms, core values really mean core behaviors. However, the term value rings abstract and esoteric to many people, so I prefer to use the term behavior. Core behaviors are behaviors that we expect of people in our organization to exhibit as - [Report Card](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/report-card/) - Report Card That is the report card of a loved one. When I looked at it, I made the accompanying annotations in colored ink thinking, it would be great if managers had a similar format for helping those they lead achieve their goals. - [How to Discern God's Will - George Muller's approach](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-discern-gods-will-george-mullers-approach/) - Do you want to know for sure what God’s will is for your life or for a certain thing that you want to do? I recommend using the following steps developed by George Muller. Mr. Muller is one of the mightiest men of prayer and faith that the Church has ever known. In his life time, - [Goal Setting](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/goalsetting/) - [The 7 Powerful Coaching Questions - Michael Bungay Stanier](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-7-powerful-coaching-questions/) - I recently listened to the audio book of Michael Bungay Stanier's book, The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever. I think it's one of the best coaching books I've read. And it's a very easy read. I recommend it. In it, he shares the following 7 questions that he - [Emotions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/emotions/) - What are emotions? According the the American Heritage Dictionary, an emotion is: "1. A mental state that arises spontaneously rather than through conscious effort and is often accompanied by physiological changes; a feeling: the emotions of joy, sorrow, and anger. 2. Such mental states or the qualities that are associated with them, especially in contrast - [7 Things Great Leaders Always Do](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/7-things-great-leaders-always-do/) - I've spent years trying to uncover and distill the key things that great leaders do. If you want to become a great leader, what are the things that you must focus on? You can't do everything. What are the essential, backbone things that you must do as a leader to be a great leader? Every - [The Difference Between a Gift (talent) and a Strength](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-difference-between-a-gift-talent-and-a-strength/) - What is the difference between a Gift (talent) and a strength? The Gallup organization says a strength is the ability to consistently provide near-perfect performance in a specific activity. They define talents as naturally recurring patterns of thought, feeling, or behavior that can be productively applied. Talent x Investment = Strength Talent = A natural - [Cron - Moodle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/cron-moodle/) - Cron setting in the Moodle backend Log in as administrator. Go to Site Administration > Security > Site Security Settings Scroll down to find the entries: "Cron execution via command line only", and "Cron password for remote access" If you want to access it via the browser, put a password. If not, just check "cron - [Moodle Site backup](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/moodle-site-backup/) - What needs to be backed up? A Moodle system comprises three parts: The data stored in the database (For example, a MySQL database) The uploaded files (For example, site and course files uploaded via Moodle located in moodledata) The Moodle code (For example, everything in server/htdocs/moodle) You can confirm where all these things are located in a - [Managing Images and Uploaded Files to a Moodle Website](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/managing-images-and-uploaded-files-to-a-moodle-website/) - https://docs.moodle.org/31/en/Repositories - [Solving SSL Issues with Moodle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/solving-ssl-issues-with-moodle/) - I manage a Moodle website and recently had the following SSL issue. Below I describe it and how it was solved in hopes that if you have the same problem, it may help you. I installed an SSL certificate on my Moodle site (servantsclass.com) that is hosted on Bluehost. When that happened, there were two - [Turn on SSL on a Moodle Site](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/turn-on-ssl-on-a-moodle-site/) - Login onto the site using a site administrator's login credentials. Go to Site Administration > Security > HTTP Security. Check the box for Use HTTPS for logins - [SSL Certificate Issues - Why no padlock?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ssl-certificate-issues-why-no-padlock/) - Frequently, you experience situations where you install an SSL certificate on your site but the padlock isn't showing. www.whynopadlock.com is a really good site that will help you identify what the cause is. - [Check Website Speed or Page Speed](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/check-website-speed-or-page-speed/) - There are many sites that can help you check a website speed. Popular ones are: https://gtmetrix.com. https://developers.google.com/speed/pagespeed/insights/ - [What is Truth? - Christian Worldview](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-truth-christian-worldview/) - During the trial that led to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, he had a conversation with Pilate that left pilate confused and asking, “What is truth?” That has been the question of millions of people for millennia. What is Truth? Truth is a person (Jesus Christ) There are many views of truth. In the Christian worldview, - [Inner Self Vs. Outer Self - What are they? What's the difference?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/inner-self-vs-outer-self-what-are-they-whats-the-difference/) - Synonyms: internal self vs. external self; inner life vs. outer life; inner self vs. outer self. In other articles on this blog, I've discussed the fact that the human soul is made up of 4 aspects as shown in the diagram below. The Spirit, Mind, Body, and Social Relatedness. The inner self is simply the - [Moodle Hosts and Other Helpful Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/moodle-hosts-and-other-helpful-resources/) - Keytoschool.com is a Moodle partner with competitive rates. Moodlebites.com - [Website Security: Removing Malware From Website](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/website-security-removing-malware-from-website/) - Two excellent plugins Ithemes security pro. Is affordable. There is a free version that is limited. Find plugin on Wordpress.org here. It used to be called Better Wp Security. Wordfence.com premium plugin for protection. Wordfence is more expensive and not better. I use plugins and if something happens, I will escalate to the following companies. - [Updating to a newer Moodle version](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/updating-to-a-newer-moodle-version/) - Note: Unlike Wordpress which can be updated from the backend of the site without going through the host CPanel, Moodle must be manually updated. To update Moodle, use the following steps: Log into the Moodle site as an administrator. This is not through your web host but using the domain name your students will use to - [How to change the logo on a Moodle Site](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-change-the-logo-on-a-moodle-site/) - I use the Moodle LMS for some of my courses. Below I share some tips for maintaining it that have proven helpful to me. How to change the logo on a Moodle Site Log into the Moodle site as an administrator. This is not through your web host but using the domain name your students - [Bluehost Cpanel Tips](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bluehost-cpanel-tips/) - Show Hidden Files To see the config.php file or the .htaccess files, you need to choose show hidden files when you click on the File Manager. However, sometimes, that still doesn't work. In that case, to show hidden files, you go to the Filemanager and in the URL space, add &showhidden=1 at the end of the - [The 5 Questions of Strategy Creation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-5-questions-of-strategy-creation/) - This article discusses the 5 questions of strategy creation - [Strategy is not Planning](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/strategy-is-not-planning/) - "Strategy is not planning — it is the making of an integrated set of choices that collectively position the firm in its industry so as to create sustainable advantage relative to competition and deliver superior financial returns. I find that once this is made clear to line managers they recognize that strategy is not just - [How to Stream with a Rebel or another DSLR](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-stream-with-a-rebel-or-another-dslr/) - [How to give a great opening with your presentations](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-give-a-great-opening-with-your-presentations/) - [The 12 Competencies and Roles of Orphan Care Workers](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-12-competencies-and-roles-of-orphan-care-workers/) - This article discusses the 12 Competencies and Roles of Orphan Care Workers - [Creating a Wordpress Child Theme](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/creating-a-wordpress-child-theme/) - [Custom YouTube URL](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/custom-youtube-url/) - It used to be that you couldn't get a new custom youtube URL. Now you can. Here is what youtube says, "You can't change a custom URL after creation. However, you can remove the custom URL from your channel and claim a new one if you want to change it. Note that once you remove a custom URL - [Competition in the Nonprofit World](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/competition-in-the-nonprofit-world/) - "Enthusiasm without knowledge is no good; haste makes mistakes. People ruin their lives by their own foolishness and then are angry at the Lord." Proverbs 19:2-3 I work with a lot of amazing Christians leaders who are going into the non-profit world and the idea of having competitors when they are trying to do good to - [How to Create Facebook Ads](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-create-facebook-ads/) - [Healthy Eating Contract](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/healthy-eating-contract/) - This article discusses a healthy eating contract. - [Daily Food Diary](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/daily-food-diary/) - Date:_____ Day (circle weekday): S M T W T F S Hours of restful sleep: ___________ Hunger Level Start Time Meal duration (Goal: 20 minutes) Type & Quantity of Food 1st Meal 2nd Meal (If any) 3rd Meal (if any) Complete at the end of the day Daily Exercise - [Weekly Weight Loss Report Card (Evaluation)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/weekly-weight-loss-report-card/) - Date:_____________________ Week #:________ Weight lost over the last 1 week (lbs):______ Total weight loss to date (lbs):________ Did you: Always Mostly Rarely Eat at level 7? Eat slowly & chewed till food was liquid in the mouth? Take 20 minutes or more to eat? Eat within a brief mealtime window (BMW)? Skip breakfast (or dinner) - [Glycogen and Early Weight loss](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/glycogen-and-early-weight-loss/) - Am J Clin Nutr. 1992 Jul;56(1 Suppl):292S-293S. doi: 10.1093/ajcn/56.1.292S. Glycogen storage: illusions of easy weight loss, excessive weight regain, and distortions in estimates of body composition. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1615908 Hum Nutr Clin Nutr. 1982;36(3):223-32. Early weight gain and glycogen-obligated water during nutritional rehabilitation. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6811511 Changes in Energy Expenditure with Weight Gain and Weight Loss in Humans. Current - [Lectins, inflammation, and autoimmune disease](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/lectins-inflammation-and-autoimmune-disease/) - The following are articles on lectins and their potential for causing disease. The Dietary Intake of Wheat and other Cereal Grains and Their Role in Inflammation. Nutrients. 2013;5(3):771-787. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3705319/ Do dietary lectins cause disease? : The evidence is suggestive—and raises interesting possibilities for treatment. BMJ : British Medical Journal. 1999;318(7190):1023-1024. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1115436/ Altern Ther Health Med. 2015;21 Suppl - [Personal Finance According to Robert Kiyosaki](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/personal-finance-according-to-robert-kiyosaki/) - Lessons from Kiyosaki The rich don't work for money, they work for assets. He uses debt to buy real estate so that he doesn't have to pay any taxes. He doesn't have to use his own money. There is good debt. E.g. if you have a rental property that after paying mortgage and everything and - [Body Mass Index](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/body-mass-index/) - https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmi_tbl.htm https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmicalc.htm - [Assets vs. Liabilities: The one thing Rich People Buy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/assets-vs-liabilities/) - Assets make you money Liabilities take money out of your pocket. Rich people buy assets first. And they may buy some luxury liabilities when their assets are paying for those liabilities. Poor people buy liabilities. - [Circadian rhythm of insulin secretion](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/circadian-rhythm-of-insulin-secretion/) - Insulin Secretion follows a circadian rhythm. It is lowest in the morning and peaks in the evening! See the following articles First Article: Am J Physiol. 1996 Aug;271(2 Pt 1):E246-52. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8770017 Evidence for a circadian rhythm of insulin secretion. Author: Boden G1, Ruiz J, Urbain JL, Chen X. Abstract "Insulin secretion was studied in healthy - [Increased Hydration is Associated with Weight Loss](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/increased-hydration-is-associated-with-weight-loss/) - I have noticed this phenomenon in myself. I find it difficult to lose weight when I am not hydrated. Check out these articles: Dennis EA, Dengo AL, Comber DL, et al. Water Consumption Increases Weight Loss During a Hypocaloric Diet Intervention in Middle-aged and Older Adults. Obesity (Silver Spring, Md). 2010;18(2):300-307. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2859815/ Thornton SN. Increased Hydration - [Medical Benefits of Fasting](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/medical-benefits-of-fasting/) - The following are just a few of the benefits of fasting. The list is not exhaustive at all. Fasting helps treat overweight and obesity. Fasting helps treat hypertension Fasting helps reverse diabetes by reversing insulin resistance. Fasting improves brain function and helps us think better Fasting helps reduce neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's Fasting helps treat - [Sleep Problems are Associated with Obesity and Increased adiposity](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/sleep-problems-are-associated-with-obesity-and-increased-adiposity/) - "The predominant theory regarding the pathophysiology of primary insomnia centers around a state of hyperarousal, manifested in hyperactivity of corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF). Initial insomnia may occur as a result of some psychosocial stressor or other precipitating factor that increases arousal of the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis. A study of young patients with insomnia, compared to age- and - [The Difference Between Anxiety and Stress](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-difference-between-anxiety-and-stress/) - "Claude Bernard (1865/1961) noted that the maintenance of life is critically dependent on keeping our internal milieu constant in the face of a changing environment. Cannon (1929) called this “homeostasis.” Selye (1956) used the term “stress” to represent the effects of anything that seriously threatens homeostasis. The actual or perceived threat to an organism is - [How to Start a Coaching Business Without Experience](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-start-a-coaching-business-without-experience/) - How to Start a Coaching Business Without Experience - [Video & Audio Recording Equipment that I use](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/video-audio-recording-equipment-that-i-use/) - Tascam DR-40 I use a Tascam DR-40 to record audio for my videos and podcasts. My Tascam DR-40 has a chord that can connect it to the wall for AC power and also can be connected to the computer for either bus power or for transferring files. Tascam DR-40 Manual Using built-in speaker Enable SPEAKER on - [The 5Ws and 1H](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-5ws-and-1h/) - The 5Ws and 1H are questions frequently used for information-gathering. Journalists (cf. news style), researchers, and police investigators use them as a formula for getting a complete story on a subject. A report is only complete if it answers all six questions covered by the 5Ws and 1H. Who is it about? What happened? When - [The Difference Between Future Imagining and Future Thinking](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-difference-between-future-imagining-and-future-thinking/) - I have a strong interest in current research about future thinking and future imagining because of significant benefits in medicine and personal leadership. Recently, I read dozens of journal publications on the subject. The lead author for one of the papers I read was Dr. Daniel L. Schacter, Harvard psychologist, who has spent the last three - [Leadership According to Simon Sinek](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-according-to-simon-sinek/) - "We feel good when we look after other people. That's not an accident." Simon Sinek From 24 minutes. The reason it's not an accident is that we are designed to take care of each other. It's biological. We are wired to serve. Oxytocin gets secreted when we touch, hug, serve others. The opposite of that - [Why is Leadership Development so Important?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/why-is-leadership-development-so-important/) - This article explains in depth why leadership development is so important. - [What are Leadership Competencies](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-are-leadership-competencies/) - This article defines leadership competencies - [Human Scale Development approach to economics by Manfred Max-Neef](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/human-scale-development-approach-to-economics-by-manfred-max-neef/) - [Filing Taxes for an LLC](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/filing-taxes-for-an-llc/) - How to file taxes for an LLC - [Forms](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/forms/) - Here you'll find common patient forms for outpatient health care. For example, agenda setting form, etc. - [Video Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/video/) - Animations (Animated Videos) www.renderforest.com 5 Types of Animation. - [Next](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/next/) - [Slim Fit Living Videos](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/slim-fit-living-videos/) - Dr. Peter Attia's story. Sarah Hallberg Tell the story of patient that Dr. Sarah Halberg had at whose diabetes was reversed in 4 months. See story at 10 minutes. The Ronnie Brower Story: He lost 450 lbs and now is at an ideal weight with a low carb high-fat diet. - [Treating Constipation: Everything you need to Know](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/treating-constipation-everything-you-need-to-know/) - This article teaches you everything you need to know about treating constipation. - [The Fiber Content of Commonly Consumed Foods](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-fiber-content-of-commonly-consumed-foods/) - Provisional dietary fiber table Food Fiber (g/100 g) Fiber (g/serving) Fruits Apple (without skin) 2.1 2.9/1 medium-sized apple Apple (with skin) 2.5 3.5/1 medium-sized apple Apricot (fresh) 1.7 1.8/3 apricots Apricot (dried) 8.1 10.5/1 cup Banana 2.1 2.5/1 banana Blueberries 2.7 3.9/1 cup Cantaloupe 1.0 2.7/half edible portion Cherries, sweet 1.2 1.2/15 cherries Dates 7.6 - [Library](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/library/) - The following hardcopy books were in my library in June 2015 when I packed to move from Austin. Total, 341. Church Planting, Evangelism, & Disciplemaking Morey, Tim – Embodying our faith. Chan, Francis - Multiply Cho, Dr. Paul Yonggi - Successful Home Cell Groups Comfort, Ray - The Way of the Master Conn, Harvie - - [The Intensive Slim Fit Program](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-intensive-slim-fit-program/) - What is iSlimFit? iSlimFit or the Intensive Slim Fit Program is a health promotion program that teaches evidenced-based habits designed to help people become slim and fit, eat the foods they enjoy, lose weight without dieting, and enjoy a healthy and fulfilled life. Using the principles taught in the intensive Slim Fit program, I personally lost - [Values-Based Hiring](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/values-based-hiring/) - " 'A' Players for your organization are people who bring your company’s values to the organization and live them every day. In other words, once you determine the right values for your company, the key to successful hiring is to hire people who already believe in and display those values on a daily basis." Ann Rhoades, - [Hiring Process for Missionaries](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hiring-process-for-missionaries/) - The following is a hiring process that we have used to recruit core staff missionaries for Shaping Destiny, a nonprofit that I founded in 2005. I share it here in case you find it helpful to you. The goal of the hiring process is to ensure that we are able to match the right candidate with - [Slim Fit Living](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/slim-fit-living/) - Slim Fit Living is a health promotion program that teaches evidenced-based habits designed to help people become slim and fit, eat the foods they enjoy, lose weight without dieting, and enjoy a healthy and fulfilled life. - [Different Types of Research](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/different-types-of-research/) - What is research? "Research for me, in social science, essentially scientific research is the process, I mean on a really simple level it's the process of collecting information about the world. Using that information to answer questions. What makes it social science, as opposed to journalism or something like that, would be the fact that - [Management according to Henry Mintzberg](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/management-according-to-henry-mintzberg/) - Coaching Ourselves. - [Leadership According to Jack Welch](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-according-to-jack-welch/) - [Leadership According to Alan Mullaly of Ford Motor Company](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-according-to-alan-mullaly-of-ford-motor-company/) - https://www.forbes.com/sites/brycehoffman/2015/02/13/alan-mulally-or-jack-welch-what-type-of-leader-do-you-want-to-be/3/#411696894bf4 - [Strategy according to Roger Martin](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/strategy-according-to-roger-martin/) - Roger Martin is the author of Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works along with A.G. Lafley Roger Martin's definition of strategy is: "strategy is choice". Martin says, "Strategy is not a long planning document; it is a set of interrelated and powerful choices that positions the organization to win." According to Martin and Lafley, - [Strategy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/strategy/) - Strategy according to Roger Martin. Strategy according to Michael Porter. Strategy according to Richard Rumelt. - [What is a Capability? What are competency?](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-a-capability/) - Capabilities Cesare Mainardi, managing director of Booz & Company, says: "Capabilities are a combination of know-how, people, expertise, processes --all that happens in a business that allows that business to out-execute the competition in the markets that they serve. It's not many different capabilities but is a few -- 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 - [Leadership According to Warren Buffett](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-according-to-warren-buffett/) - [Leadership According to Steve Jobs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-according-to-steve-jobs/) - Steve Jobs compares business to the Beatles The Beatles was a group that exemplified synergy. They each had their weaknesses but together they kept each other's weaknesses in check. They were all talented individuals. But the power of their work together was greater than the sum of their parts. When the Beatles were together, - [Strategy according to Richard Rumelt](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/strategy-according-to-richard-rumelt/) - Richard Rumelt is the author of Good Strategy/Bad Strategy: The Difference and Why It Matters. Strategy as defined by Richard Rumelt "A good strategy is a coherent mix of policy and action designed to surmount a high-stakes challenge." Richard Rumelt "Good strategy has a simple logical structure I call the Kernel. These three elements are - [Strategy according to Michael Porter](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/strategy-according-to-michael-porter/) - Michael Porter is one of the foremost leaders on strategy. This page shares his wisdom on the subject. "Strategy is the big picture of how the organization is going to win in its environment, whatever that is." "Strategy is not competing to be the best. Many managers and leaders and organizations think that they are - [Brainstorming, Affinity Grouping, and Multivoting](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/brainstorming-affinity-grouping-multivoting/) - Brainstorming, Affinity Grouping, and Multivoting are useful tools for generating, categorizing, and choosing among ideas when a group of people are involved. This is useful when a group of people are involved in solving problems, doing a quality improvement project, as well as many other group activities. Brainstorming Affinity Grouping Multi-voting - [The difference between Social Identity and Self Identity](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-difference-between-social-identity-and-self-identity/) - Social Identity Social identity refers to the set of characteristics by which a person is definitively recognizable or known by the society in which they live. These are characteristics that are attributed to the individual by others (the society). These characteristics serve as markers that indicate what that person is, in the eyes of others - [Logitech Camera Settings (Webcam)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/logitech-camera-settings-webcam/) - How to change zoom and focus on Logitech Webcam. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/logitech-camera-settings/id638332853 - [Living Longer and Happy Lives](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/living-longer-and-happy-lives/) - What makes people live longer and healthier lives? A lot of research has been done in this area that shows that strong close relationships with others as well as social integration (connecting and interacting with others as you live) are the strongest predictors of living long and healthy lives. Observing patients in my clinic, I - [Applications for iMac / Programs for iMac](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/programs-for-imac/) - The following are excellent Applications for iMac / Programs for iMac - [How to tell Great Stories](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-tell-great-stories/) - Storytelling Hook your audience. E.g. of hooks. 1) I will never forget the time (this happened)...; 2) You won't believe what happened; 3) True story... Be passionate Be authentic Have a structure for your story. This will help you not forget parts of the story or have to go back and forth. Pick a hooking - [Bio](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bio/) - Kenneth is a board certified family medicine specialist and an assistant clinical professor of medicine who has been empowering people to contribute their greatest Life, Work, and Leadership to the world for more than a decade. You can follow him on his blog, KennethMD.com RESEARCH INTERESTS Purpose, calling, meaning in Life Trust and Cooperation Metabolic Syndrome - [Problem Solving / Decision-Making](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/problemsolving/) - The ABCDE Decision Making Model. 5Ws and 1H You can solve a problem as the one above by asking the 5Ws and 1H questions that are pertinent. For example, the above video steps come from 5Ws and 1H. What? Where When How much (Extent) SOAP (H&P with A/P) is an excellent problem-solving strategy. It is - [Public Speaking](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/publicspeaking/) - "For he is the best orator who by speaking both teaches and delights and moves the minds of his hearers. To teach them is his duty, to delight them is creditable to him, to move them is indispensable." Cicero Tips -Presenting is not about disseminating information alone. It's also about entertaining and connecting with people. -Presenting is - [Headings to Include in a Doctor's Curriculum Vitae](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/headings-to-include-in-a-doctors-curriculum-vitae/) - Below are some headings that you should consider including in a physician's CV. The list is not exhaustive. > Education > Licensure > Board Certification > Professional Experience > Professional Activities (Committees, etc.) > Community Service > Honors/Special Awards > Lectures & Presentations > Bibliography * Research Papers * Book Chapters * Letters to the - [Teaching Philosophy Statement](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/teaching-philosophy-statement/) - I’ve personally experienced the power of effective teaching and learning to change a person’s state in life and help him create a better future. I grew up in a small village in Cameroon. I am where I am today because a teacher took the time to teach me how to learn. That took me from - [About Us](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/about-us/) - Meet our Writers, Dr. Kenneth Acha and Stephanie Eitzen - [SLIM EATER](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/slimeater/) - What is the Slim Eater? Slim Eater is a health promotion program that teaches evidenced-based habits designed to help you become a slim eater, eat the foods you enjoy, lose weight without dieting, and enjoy a healthy and fulfilled life. 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And good mentors are scarce this - [M.A. in Christian Ministry - Pastoral Studies](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/m-a-in-christian-ministry-pastoral-studies/) - Curriculum Core Courses (27 Credits) THEO 501 Systematic Theology I THEO 502 Systematic Theology II THEO 506 Spiritual Formation MINS 509 Christ & the Mission of Peacemaking & Reconciliation MINS 615 Principles of Biblical Leadership MISS 501 Introduction to Christian Missions BIBL 501 Hermeneutics (Bible Study Methods) BIBL 504 Old Testament Survey BIBL 505 - [Jobs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/jobs/) - Marketing & Public Relations Director for a growing U.S. Nonprofit Are you a gifted and talented marketer? Do you have significant experience in marketing? Would you like to use your gifts and talents to help orphans and poor people rise from the ashes and rebuilt their lives? If you said yes, contact us! - [Thanks! 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We want to be the bridge that God uses to move orphans, the poor, and the lost from a life of hopelessness to a life of hope, faith, - [Home School Transcripts](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/home-school-transcripts/) - Servants University realizes that transcripts from home-schoolers may vary widely from one family to another. However, all transcripts must meet certain college standards to facilitate an admission decision and academic placement should the applicant be admitted. Home schooling records must show the courses completed; the credits, units, or hours associated with each course; and a - [Blogging Template](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/blogging-template-2/) - To be an effective blogger means you have to write numerous posts. Perhaps two posts per week? That would make over 100 posts in one year. That can quickly become difficult. To continue to create excellent content, many successful bloggers use a blog template. I've found a blog template very useful and use it from time - [Graduate Certificate in Christian Ministry](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/graduate-certificate-in-christian-ministry/) - Required Courses THEO 501 Systematic Theology I* THEO 502 Systematic Theology II* THEO 506 Spiritual Formation* MINS 509 Christ & the Mission of Peacemaking & Reconciliation MINS 615 Principles of Biblical Leadership BIBL 501 Hermeneutics (Bible Study Methods)* MINS 632 Growing a Christian Ministry MINS 640 Effective Governance of a Christian Ministry Total Hours - [Pastoral Studies Training](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/pastoral-studies-training/) - Our Pastoral Studies Program is specifically made for those who are passionate about working in Christian ministry and have the heart of a shepherd, willing to lead by example and watch over the children of God. Being a pastor is hard work, but we have incredible training that will equip you for a lifetime of - [Training for Global Missions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/training-for-global-missions/) - Through our Global Missions program you will learn how to be teachable in another culture, adaptable and flexible, motivated to empower locals, and strengthen your spiritual life. - [Wisdom for Enjoying Life](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/wisdom-2/) - Doing any kind of ministry is tough. Yet, God wants us not only to do ministry well but also to enjoy him completely in the process. This is what Dr. John Piper calls Christian hedonism. Piper rightly says, "God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him. The Westminster Shorter Catechism puts - [Chicago Statement on Biblical Hermeneutics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/chicago-biblical-hermeneutics/) - Click here to read the Chicago Statement on Biblical Hermeneutics - [M.A. in Christian Ministry -Global Missions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/m-a-in-christian-ministry-global-missions/) - Curriculum Core Courses (27 Credits) THEO 501 Systematic Theology I THEO 502 Systematic Theology II THEO 506 Spiritual Formation MINS 509 Christ & the Mission of Peacemaking & Reconciliation MINS 615 Principles of Biblical Leadership MISS 501 Introduction to Christian Missions BIBL 501 Hermeneutics (Bible Study Methods) BIBL 504 Old Testament Survey BIBL 505 - [M.A. in Christian Ministry –General Ministry Studies](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/m-a-in-christian-ministry-general-ministry-studies/) - Curriculum Core Courses (27 Credits) THEO 501 Systematic Theology I THEO 502 Systematic Theology II THEO 506 Spiritual Formation MINS 509 Christ & the Mission of Peacemaking & Reconciliation MINS 615 Principles of Biblical Leadership MISS 501 Introduction to Christian Missions BIBL 501 Hermeneutics (Bible Study Methods) BIBL 504 Old Testament Survey BIBL 505 - [Certificate in Missions (6 months, 24 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/degree-plans/certificate-in-missions-1-year-missionary-training/) - The certificate in missions program is designed for people who want to prepare themselves and personally grow into effective Christian missionaries but don’t have the time to invest in a 1-2 year certificate. Required Courses BIBL 101 Hermeneutics (Bible Study Methods) MINS 205 Following the H.S. into Disciplemaking THEO 206 Spiritual Formation, 3 credits THEO 208 Experiencing the - [BA in Global Missions & Ministry to the Poor (OVC)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ba-in-global-missions-ministry-to-the-poor-ovc/) - The Bachelor of Arts degree in Global Missions and Ministry to the Poor (OVC) is a comprehensive 4 year degree program designed to fully equip students for calling in Orphan Care. Students receive robust training and mentoring that ranges from general education courses to Bible and theology courses to courses on Missions and Ministry to - [Certificate in Short Term Missions (4 months, 15 Credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/degree-plans/certificate-in-short-term-missions/) - This certificate is designed to equip people who are going on a short-term mission trip so that they can serve well and do so safely. This is also a foundational certificate at Servants University. Required Courses and Credits THEO 206 Spiritual Formation THEO 208 Experiencing the God of the Bible THEO 220 Life & Godliness - [Degree Plans](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/degree-plans/) - The degree plans for the 1, 2, or 3 year programs follow the same plan as the 4 year Bachelor's degrees. They build up on each other. For example, the degree plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Global Missions & Ministry to the Poor is 8 semesters. The one year certificate in Orphan Care - [Bachelor of Biblical Studies (4 years, 120 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bachelor-of-biblical-studies/) - The Bachelor of Biblical Studies degree equips students for ministry in many different arenas. - [Certificate in Christian Leadership (6 months, 24 credits)](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/degree-plans/certificate-in-christian-leadership/) - This one year certificate program is designed for people who want to develop themselves and personally grow to become better Christian Leaders but don’t have the time to invest in a two year advanced certificate. Remember that everyone is a leader. Every Christian is a leader. YOU are a leader. The only thing that matters is - [Orphan Care Blogs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/orphancareblogs/) - There are many blogs out there on orphan care. Some are worth following, others not so much. Below, I list some that I have found to be good. It's important to note that I am not endorsing everything these blogs say. I haven't read all of the content and am not able to do so. - [Danielle Chambers](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/danielle-chambers/) - Danielle Chambers Orphan Care Student“ These courses [have] helped me to understand who God is, His character, and His will. I have been convicted of many things, and have grown in my knowledge of God and His Word. I have a better understanding of God’s character and a growing relationship with Him. Four months ago, if - [Non Program Tuition](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/nonprogramtuition/) - We often encourage students to take one of our certificate programs. They provide more comprehensive training. In spite of that, we realize that some students who have advanced life experience and education would love to simply select a few of our courses to take. This valued group is our non-program group of students. Non-program tuition: $485 - [Missionary Training School](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/missionary-training-school/) - Are you interested in missions? Servants University provides excellent training that would prepare you for missions. Click here to view our certificate programs. - [Guaranteed Tuition Plan](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/guaranteed-tuition-plan/) - What is the Guaranteed Tuition Plan? The Guaranteed Tuition Plan is Servants University's commitment to provide students with a constant tuition rate. What is the purpose and benefit of the Guaranteed Tuition Plan? The purpose of the Guaranteed Tuition Plan is to help make the cost of our education more predictable for students. The benefit - [Welcome To Servants University](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/welcome-to-austin-bible-college/) - ****Under Construction***** Please pardon our dust as this website will be under changes. - [Satisfaction](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/satisfaction/) - "Satisfaction is a function of expectation as well as realization." Dr. Stephen Covey, leadership expert. At SU, we are committed to the satisfaction of our students. We realize that they invest time and money to pursue their goal of personal and spiritual development so that they are well prepared for God to work in and - [Effective Lesson Preparation](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/effective-lesson-preparation/) - I would love for you to consider the following questions: What is your vision for teaching? What do you hope to accomplish? What would you love God to do with your lessons? What can you do to accomplish your vision? Here are some suggestions. Know your content. Know your audience. Know the student. Know God. - [Reference Questionnaire](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/links/reference-questionnaire/) - [Medical Questionnaire](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/links/medical-questionnaire/) - [Photo, Audio, Video Release Agreement](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/links/photo-audio-video-release-agreement/) - [Orphan Care Books](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/orphan-care-books/) - Many people have asked me to recommend some books for them to read on orphan care. Please browse through the following book list. Each of these books has its own strengths and weaknesses. I believe you will learn a lot from them if you read them carefully. By recommending them, I'm not endorsing them completely. - [Drop, Withdrawal Form](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/drop-withdrawal-form/) - [Faculty Application](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/faculty-application/) - [Books and Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/books-and-resources/) - The Westminister shorter catechism. - [The Orphan Care Movement](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/the-orphan-care-movement/) - The Orphan Care Movement chronicles and provides resources to support a huge revival happening all over the world right now. There is a rising interest in the plight of the poor. People, both young and old, are getting up and doing something to help the poor. And it's not only with orphans. It's also with - [Resources](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/resources-2/) - This page will link to resources that we think will help people going into orphan care. If you know of a good resource that is not listed here, please share it with us so we can evaluate it and add it here for others to benefit. Contact us here>> Institutions that Offer Specific college-level training - [FREE Resources to Help You Grow as a Leader](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership/) - To succeed in anything we do--including serving orphans--we need to continue to grow as leaders. We need to keep taking the next step to better ourselves in many ways. If you are interested in growing as a leader, head over to Dr. Acha's leadership blog, KenenthMD.com, where he provides a lot of FREE resources to - [Happiness and Our Brains](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/happiness-and-our-brains/) - Our brains have a frontal lobe. The front portion of the frontal lobe is called the prefrontal lobe. The prefrontal cortex is the thick outer layer (cerebral cortex) of the prefrontal lobe. Research presented by Gilbert shows that "the pre-frontal cortex does lots of things, but one of the most important things it does is it is an experience - [Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/inerrancy/) - Click Here to read the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerancy - [Rental Application](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/rental-application/) - [Free eBook: Preparing Yourself to Discern God's Call & Make Right Decisions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/free-ebook-preparing-yourself-to-discern-gods-call-make-right-decisions/) - One thing that we are good at doing is to rush to doing things for God. Aren't we often quick to act before we've made sure that God it was God? I wrote this ebook to help prepare people like myself who often make decisions and would love to make make Godly decisions. I wrote - [Orphan Care Movement](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/orphan-care-movement/) - [Hiring](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/hiring/) - [Speaking & Coaching](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/speaking/) - I speak to ignite transformation in people. If you have an event and would love to see your people empowered to pursue the greatness within them, contact me. Speaking & Training Topics Need a keynote speaker, conference speaker, a workshop facilitator? I speak and train on the following topics and more. How to achieve your - [About Kenneth Acha](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/about-kenneth-acha/) - The lenses of science and theology My mission is to help people live life to the fullest, and the only way I believe that can be done is by living as Wise Christians. I think science and biblical theology are two essential lenses for living the good life. As a physician and theology teacher, I’m - [Admission](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/admission/) - [Prayer Category](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/prayer-category/) - [leadership Principles](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/leadership-principles/) - Wise leadership principles Never start a ministry without a minister. Listen to the man who listens to God. Judge everything in the light of eternal values. God is the first and the last. He is there first and there when our lives are all over. CNN coverage of the discovery of King Richard III: http://www.cnn.com/2013/02/03/world/europe/richard-iii-search-announcement - [sitemap](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/sitemap/) - [Scriptures to Memorize](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/scriptures-to-memorize/) - Protection Isaiah 54:17 NKJV No weapon formed against you shall prosper, And every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, And their righteousness (vindication) is from Me,” Says the Lord. Psalm 91:1-2 He who dwells in the secret place of the - [Lessons For My Children](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/lessons-for-my-children/) - My children usually come to me having three types of poverty that I must address in my messages frequently. Material Poverty - Hunger, no clothes, no medical care and general lack of basic material needs. Social (emotional) Poverty - No loving relationships and people who pour into their lives, many lack mother and father and - [0.1 Category Index](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/0-1-category-index/) - Introduction Bible Study Tools Understanding the Bible Why Study the Bible? Why Study the Bible? Bible Study Methods - [How to Hear God](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-hear-god/) - The "How to hear God" page discusses ways to help people hear God better. - [Bible Quotes](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-quotes/) - Bible Quotes by subject on every imaginable subject that is found in the Bible. - [Evangelism](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/evangelism/) - Evangelism Articles - [How to Share Faith](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/how-to-share-faith/) - [Bible Quiz](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/bible-quiz/) - This Page will have many Bible Quizzes - [Free Bible Study Lessons](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/free-bible-study-lessons/) - This page is being build up into a comprehensive Free Bible Study Lessons webpage. We add more bible study lessons to this page on a weekly basis. Enjoy the following bible study lessons and if you'd like more bible study lessons, come back to this site on a weekly basis as we will be adding - [How to Study the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/biblestudy/) - This is a complete resource on how to study the bible - [What is Grace? Defining Grace](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/what-is-grace/) - The question what is grace is introduced. God's grace is an important thing to understand and appropriate. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/uncategorized/) - [CORE VALUES](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/corevalues/) - [Other Values](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/other-values/) - [Moodle and Wordpress](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/moodle-and-wordpress/) - [Turabian and Chicago Format](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/turabian-and-chicago-format/) - [Forms](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/forms/) - [EXAMS AND QUIZZES](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/examsandquizzes/) - EXAMS AND QUIZZES - [Blogging](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/blogging/) - [Leadership](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/) - [Minimalism](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/minimalism/) - Minimalism - [Newsletters](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/newsletters/) - Contains newsletters written by Dr. Acha - [Orphan Care](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/orphancare/) - Orphan Care Main Category - [Orphanage](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/orphancare/orphanage/) - Has articles about residential care such as the orphanage. - [PRAYER](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/prayer/) - [Assisted](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/assisted/) - [Bible Study Methods](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/biblestudymethods/) - Bible Study Methods - [Book Summaries](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/book-summaries/) - [CELEBRITY DISEASES](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/celebrity-diseases/) - [Church History](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/church-history/) - [EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/emotional-intelligence/) - [EVANGELISM](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/evangelism/) - Evangelism - [FAITH](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/faith/) - Faith. Believe. - [General](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/general/) - [Grace](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/grace/) - [GROWTH](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/growth/) - [HABITS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/habits/) - [History](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/history/) - [Lessons for My Children](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/lessonsformychildren/) - Lessons For My Children - [NEUROSCIENCE](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/neuroscience/) - [NEXT](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/next/) - Articles that need to be completed and posted. - [PEACEMAKING HABITS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/peacemaking/) - This category contains articles on peacemaking, conflict transformation, and negotiation. Conflict is a great source of stress that is responsible for a tremendous number of physical health problems, emotional and psychological trauma, failed relationships, and human tragedies like war and death. A lot of visits to physicians for health problems can be directly or indirectly attributed to stress. Poorly handled conflict is toxic and can ruin our quality of life faster than anything else. The objective of these articles is the help the reader to create and sustain life-giving, happy, and healthy relationships with others both in their work and personal lives. - [POVERTY ALLEVIATION](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/povertyalleviation/) - Poverty alleviation–helping people in need be able to use their God-given gifts to provide for themselves is a central calling for the followers of Christ. This category contains articles to empower and educate people to serve the poor better. - [PRODUCTIVITY](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/productivity/) - Productivity is part of personal development. Personal development is not something you do so that you can do your best work. Your work itself is an integral part of personal development. Being productive at work is an essential part of personal development. - [PROMISES](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/promises/) - [READING AND WRITING](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/readingandwriting/) - [SELF-DISCIPLINE](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/self-discipline/) - [SERVANT LEADERSHIP](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/servantleadership/) - SERVANT LEADERSHIP - [SPIRITUAL FORMATION](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/spiritualformation/) - Individual and Corporate Spiritual Formation - [SPIRITUAL HABITS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/spiritualgrowth/) - [Spiritual Warfare](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/spiritualwarfare/) - [STRATEGY](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/strategy/) - STRATEGY, DECISION MAKING, AND PROBLEM-SOLVING - [SUCCESS & GREATNESS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/successandgreatness/) - Blogs on success & Greatness - [T-TEAM](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/tteam/) - Leading a Transformational Team (T-Team) - [HEARING AND EXPERIENCING GOD](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/hearinggod/) - How to Hear God - [TITHING](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/tithing/) - [TOTAL HEALTH](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/totalhealth/) - Total Health - [VISION](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/vision/) - VISION AND ENVISIONING - [WISDOM](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/wisdom/) - [Writing](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/writing/) - [BIBLE STUDY](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/hearinggod/biblestudy/) - Bible Study - [WORK AS CALLING](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/calling/) - [COACHING](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/coaching/) - COACHING AND MENTORING - [DECISION MAKING](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/decisionmaking/) - Articles on decision making. - [DIFFICULT BIBLE PASSAGES](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/hearinggod/biblestudy/difficult-bible-passages/) - Difficult Bible Passages - [FAITH & GROWTH](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/spiritualgrowth/faithandgrowth/) - DEVELOPMENT / GROWTH I divide growth into two: 1) Personal growth or personal development is intentionally growing 2) Growing or developing others. Personal development is about becoming the person you were made to be. It’s about BEING, not simply DOING or performing. It’s not just something you do to improve your chances of success, it is success itself. Put another way, personal development is not simply something you do to prepare yourself to do your best work. Your work itself is an integral part of personal development. You are shaped for your work, which is your contribution to life. At the same time, your work is the greatest tool to your personal development. You are not defined by your work but you are made for your work and your work in turn shapes who you are and become. Personal development is not an event but a lifelong process. It really takes a lifetime. I coined the term self-substantiation for it. But it is also called by different names such as, character development, personal development, personal growth, self-actualization, self-transcendence, etc. The articles in this section draw from the best research available in the area of personal development with the objective of empowering the reader to achieve their full potential in life and as a result of that be happy, content, and full of hope for the future. - [GIFTS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/calling/gifts/) - [HIRING](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/hiring/) - Articles on the hiring process. - [LEARNING HABITS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/spiritualgrowth/faithandgrowth/learninghabits/) - Learning, Learning how to learn, etc - [MOODLE & WORDPRESS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/moodle-wordpress/) - [NEGOTIATION](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/peacemaking/negotiation/) - [PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/totalhealth/psychologicalhealth/) - Psychological Health; Psychological First Aid; Emotional First Aid; Emotional Hygiene. - [RELATIONSHIPS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/relationships/) - [SLIM FIT](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/totalhealth/slimfit/) - Over half a century ago, the WHO minted a definition of health that has stood the test of time. It wrote in the preamble to its constitution in 1946 that, “Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” The American Academy of Family Physicians promotes a biopsychosocial model of healthcare that embodies the spirit of the WHO’s definition. People are not simply biological machines. They are physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual beings. As such, complete healthcare must address the different dimensions of the human experience. The articles in this category are focused on the pursuit of complete health. - [Soul Disciplines](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/spiritualgrowth/soul-disciplines/) - [WORDS AND GRAMMAR](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/hearinggod/biblestudy/words-and-grammar/) - [BUSINESS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/calling/business/) - Wealth Creation - [COMMUNICATION](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/communication/) - Communication - [FASTING](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/totalhealth/slimfit/fasting/) - Fasting - [MEDITATION](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/hearinggod/meditation/) - [PUBLIC SPEAKING](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/leadership/communication/publicspeaking/) - Public Speaking - [COURSE MANAGEMENT](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/course-management/) - [LIFE GROUPS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/spiritualformation/life-groups/) - [PASTORAL CARE](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/spiritualformation/life-groups/pastoral-care/) - [WALK BY THE SPIRIT](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/spiritualformation/walk-by-the-spirit/) - [Preaching](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/preaching/) - [academics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/academics/) - [fellowship](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/fellowship/) - [Bible Centers](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/bible-centers/) - [ORPHANS](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/orphans/) - [Widows](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/category/widows/) ## Tags - [be mentored](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/be-mentored/) - [firing](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/firing/) - [hiring](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/hiring/) - [leadership](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/leadership/) - [mentoring](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/mentoring/) - [Orphan Care bases](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/orphan-care-bases/) - [Orphan Care Models](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/orphancaremodels/) - [spiritual growth](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/spiritual-growth/) - [A study Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/a-study-bible/) - [Bible Acrostics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/bible-acrostics/) - [Bible mnemonics](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/bible-mnemonics/) - [Bible study tools](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/bible-study-tools-2/) - [blog images](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/blog-images/) - [choosing a devotional bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/choosing-a-devotional-bible/) - [decision making](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/decision-making/) - [Devotional Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/devotional-bible/) - [evangelism](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/evangelism-2/) - [find god's will](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/find-gods-will/) - [free images](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/free-images/) - [George Muller on prayer](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/george-muller-on-prayer/) - [god's grace](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/gods-grace/) - [God's will](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/gods-will/) - [habits of slim fit living](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/habits-of-slim-fit-living/) - [how jesus served](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/how-jesus-served/) - [How to lose weight](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/how-to-lose-weight/) - [How to Meditate](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/how-to-meditate/) - [How to read the Bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/how-to-read-the-bible/) - [human needs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/human-needs/) - [Jesus ministry model](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/jesus-ministry-model/) - [key to success](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/key-to-success/) - [leader traits](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/leader-traits/) - [Making Wise Decisions](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/making-wise-decisions/) - [overcome adversity with grace](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/overcome-adversity-with-grace/) - [Personal devotion](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/personal-devotion/) - [Quiet Time](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/quiet-time/) - [recruiting the right people](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/recruiting-the-right-people/) - [Slim Fit Lifestyle](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/slim-fit-lifestyle/) - [stock photos](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/stock-photos/) - [success](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/success/) - [the 7 fundamental human needs](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/the-7-fundamental-human-needs/) - [understanding the bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/understanding-the-bible/) - [what is a devotional bible](https://www.servantsuniversity.com/tag/what-is-a-devotional-bible/)