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Jul
21
Amy Lively’s helpful hints in this week’s Tip of the Week newsletter, chart a course for covering the topics listed by Paul in Titus 2. Amy sent some more help our way by providing the following list of resources for each topic.
How to Love Your Husband
Have a New Husband by Friday: How to Change His Attitude, Behavior & Communication in 5 Days by Dr. Kevin Leman
A Love Worth Giving by Max Lucado
How to Love Your Children
Have a New Kid By Friday by Dr. Kevin Leman
Essentials of Parenting: Raising Kids with a Faith that Lasts by Dr. Greg Smalley
Creative Correction by Lisa Whelchel
How To Be Self-Controlled
Breaking Free by Beth Moore
A Woman’s Guide to Personal Discipline: A Biblical Study of Self-Control and Perseverance by Dr. Rhonda Kelley
How To Be Pure
Beauty by the Book by Laurie Cole
Every Woman’s Battle: Discovering God’s Plan for Sexual and Emotional Fulfillment by Shannon Ethridge
How To Keep House
Apples of Gold by Betty Huzienga
She Cooks by LeAnn Rice
The Messies Manual, 25th anniversary ed.: A Complete Guide to Bringing Order & Beauty to Your Home by Sandra Felton
How To Be Kind
Wisdom Series: Kindness from Zondervan Publishing
Kindness: Reaching Out To Others by Phyllis J. LePeau
How to Be Subject To Your Husband
Marriage on the Rock by Jimmy Evans
What’s Submission Got to Do With It? Find Out from a Woman Like You by Cindy Easley
Additional Resources:
Bible Studies and Resources for Women from Lifeway
May
12
Being on online ministry means that we spend an inordinate amount of time exploring the web. While we’re there, we come across loads of great stuff, so we thought we’d share what we’ve been finding lately in blogland. There’s enough here to make you think, make you take action and make you make a difference. Have a look.
From the Living Proof blog, The Baffling Calling to Communicate
From the Desiring God blog, Devotions Aren’t Magic
From the Flowerdust blog, What you Can do to Fight Set Trafficking , Part 1 and Part 2
From the Without Wax blog, Love More, Sin Less
May
11
It’s been quite a year around here. Our all-new website launched last April, and since then 1,300+ ministry leaders have joined WM Premium. And we recently sent our 500th weekly newsletter to an audience of more than 25,000. Whew! That’s a lot of writing, sharing and ministry going on!
With all the growth we’ve experienced this past year, the time has come to grow our staff too. Read on to see if you or someone you know might be well suited to one of these new ministry positions with opportunities to work from home.
Managing Content Producer
This team member will enjoy the creative and relational responsibility for generating ministry related content via contributing writers in a variety of formats: articles, audio, video and download. Necessary skills include relationship building, editorial ability, visionary perspective, standard of high quality output and technical proficiency.
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Marketing Specialist
This team member will be responsible for the important task of gaining exposure for womensministry.net, Fresh Grounded Faith and Jennifer Rothschild Ministries via online media and face-to-face opportunities such as trade shows, conferences and accompanying print media. Necessary skills include broad understanding of social media and email marketing, analytical, organization and communication capability and technical proficiency.
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We welcome your application and hope you will share this information with others who might be qualified and interested. Thanks for looking. We can’t wait to see who God will bring to serve with us in the work He’s given us to do.
May
4
Time saving ideas always catch my attention. Here’s a tip I just ran across today, and you were the first to cross my mind. Who needs a helping hand more than a woman in ministry? Kem Meyer wrote about Fancy Hands, an online assistant service that will take on just about any task you need and get it done for you. They will complete 15 tasks per month for you for $30. What a deal.
- Need a reservation? They’ll make it.
- Want to know how to apply paint glaze to your walls? They can find out for you.
- Looking for a new dentist? Let them do the leg work.
This is a great idea. I haven’t used it yet (keyword there is yet), but Kem has, so here’s her review. And here’s the Fancy Hands site. Check it out when need a helping hand.
Apr
27
A Review of Beth Moore’s So Long Insecurity Simulcast
Posted April 27th, 2010 @ 9:31 am by | | PrintFiled Under Latest News
Three cheers and praise the Lord for the outstanding success of Beth Moore’s So Long Insecurity Simulcast this past weekend. We’re so thrilled to celebrate the work God continues to do through Beth.
Our friend, April Pressley, was among the 300,000 women from 869 churches who participated, and she has been gracious to share a recap of what she experienced. I’ve also included an interview with Beth about the book.
My Reflections on the So Long Insecurity Simulcast
with Beth Moore
by April Pressley
Beth taught from Ephesians 4 to tell us that a secure woman is:
SAVED from herself
- Insecurity is not a weakness, but rather an unbelief that we are who God says we are.
- We are saved from our narcissistic tendencies by recognizing the power of the cross and the new identity we receive from our salvation experience.
ENTITLED to truth
- Victory and defeat lie in the recesses of our mind.
- We must be proactive in understanding, meditating, memorizing and applying the truth of God’s Word.
CLOTHED with intention
- Open your ears to our Father and recognize your individual, unique callings.
- We overcome insecurity by making a deliberate choice to embrace the new creation we have become through Christ.
UPENDED by grace
- Grace takes up space in a secure woman.
- We should grace people like God graces us.
- We have to be forgiving to be secure.
REBOUNDED by love
- Live like the dearly loved child of God you are.
- A heart that does not heal hardens.
- If we don’t love, we gain nothing.
EXCEPTIONAL in life
- We must remember what we have been taught by God.
- You can allow the culture to get to you or let Jesus take over you.
The event reminded me of 1Peter 1:6-7.
You rejoice in this, though for a short time you have to be distressed by various trials so that the genuineness of your faith – more valuable than gold, which perishes through refined by fire – may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
I learned that being secure is a choice. God will use this struggle to refine us and make us more genuine in our faith. It may seem uncomfortable to deal with insecurity. This is especially true when it’s hard to identify where insecurity comes from, but working through the pain allows us to become women who are secure and righteously confident. It seems too simple really. But doesn’t salvation itself seem too simple? Yet, somehow the choice changes us forever. If we believe in Him, then we can also believe that we are capable of living without the burden of insecurity for the rest of our lives.
Get Beth’s newest book, So Long Insecurity: You’ve Been a Bad Friend to Us
Learn more by visiting Beth’s websites below:
Apr
22
We recently shared an article by Wendy Blight, Growing Strong after Sexual Assault, in our WM Tip of the Week newsletter. Wendy appeared on the 700 Club earlier this week, and now we invite you to watch here as Wendy recounts the dark season of loss and hopelessness that might have been the end of the story except for the God who heals.
You know, Wendy really is a charming and beautiful woman, and you’d never guess all she’s been through. She is an unlikely hero with a story to tell. It’s a story no one would ever ask for, but through her courage, women are being rescued and restored. Only God could heal like this. Wendy is a dear friend and a treasure in the body of Christ. I hope you’ll share her story of enduring hope and read her book, Hidden Joy in a Dark Corner: The Transforming Power of God’s Story. You can also visit Wendy at WendyBlight.com.
Apr
22
Tips on Speaker Fees
from Wildfire Marketing
Posted April 22nd, 2010 @ 8:21 am by |
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We love helpful how-to’s, and we’ve come across a great one today. One of the common questions we receive comes from speakers who are wondering how to set their fees. Rob Eagar, Wildfire Marketing, has written a very helpful piece on the topic, and he’s offered to let us share it with you here. So read on, and then visit Rob’s site for more great resources for authors and speakers who have a message to share.
How to Determine your Speaker Fees
by Rob Eagar
Getting paid to speak about your book is a big boost to keeping your author career financially afloat. Yet, setting and negotiating a fee can feel so uncomfortable that some authors avoid speaking altogether. Don’t let fear cause you to miss out on a lucrative opportunity. Use the following steps to navigate the process in a win-win manner:
Establish a fee based on your value
In our Western society, we tend to attribute a lot of money to items or services that provide a lot of value. For example, we perceive a new Mercedes-Benz automobile as a luxury vehicle that’s reliable and loaded with lavish technological features. Since everyone agrees that the car has a lot of value, many people are willing to spend a lot of money to purchase one. Mercedes is perceived symbol of quality, status, and comfort. Their high value equals a high price tag that thousands of car buyers are willing to pay.
In contrast, a used car covered in rust with a busted engine equals little or no value. Anyone trying to sell an old jalopy will have to settle for a low price. The lower value creates a perception that equals lower money to purchase.
This same principle applies to setting a speaking fee as an author. If you’re a recent bestseller who has sold thousands of books, your perceived value will generally be quite high. Therefore, you can command a high speaking fee. For instance, many politicians, celebrities, and prize-winning authors routinely receive $10,000 – $50,000 for an individual speaking engagement. On the contrary, authors with little book sales and no name recognition sometimes have to settle for speaking for free.
Setting the proper speaking fee requires honestly assessing your value. If you have a history of helping people solve a problem, a reputation for being an expert, or a track record of attracting a lot of people to see you in-person, then you can probably request a substantial fee, such $5,000 – $15,000 depending on the type of event and audience size. However, if no one has ever heard of you and you’re still building your author platform, you may have to shoot for a fee in the $500 – $2,500 range.
Establish your speaking fee at a reasonable fee level, and raise it as your value increases. If you become a better speaker, win an award, or get into high-demand, then increase your fee accordingly. Otherwise, start at a level that allows you to gather experience and grow your track record. Ask other authors or professional speakers that you know for a ballpark range that they think is appropriate for your level.If you get a few paid bookings and no one balks at your fee, then it’s probably too low. Lack of resistance usually means you’re leaving money on the table. Try raising your fee by 10 – 20% until you get a little resistance. Then, you’ll recognize a realistic range to request.
Get to the real decision-maker
Once you establish a realistic speaking fee, only share the number with the person who can truly respect it – the actual event leader. Normally, a gatekeeper, such as a secretary or administrative assistant, will make the initial speaking inquiry by phone or email. In those cases, keep in mind that their primary goal is usually trying to get a speaker booked quick and cheap. By saving time and money, the assistant looks good in the eyes of their superior.
However, these short-sighted goals can be opposed to your goals of establishing value and getting a fair fee. The best way to avoid this conflict is to get past the gatekeeper and talk directly with the real decision-maker. Only the true leader can share the actual event goals and budget limit. To get past a gatekeeper and find the real leader, ask questions such as:
- “Are you the person who is overseeing this event?”
- “Are you in charge of the direction for this event?”
- “Who is in charge of making sure the goals of this event are met?”
- “Are you making the final decision, or are you recommending me to someone else?”
If a gatekeeper resists connecting you with the leader, then mention that you have a policy of only discussing the event goals with the leader before you can accept an engagement. Use these statements if you need help:
- “I have to ensure that the event leader’s objectives will be met.”
- “You and I can collaborate once I’ve received your leader’s input.”
- “I require talking with the actual decision-maker to make sure that I can tailor an approach to meet his or her agenda and needs.”
- “It’s a strict policy of my organization, and I can’t consider any speaking invitation unless I talk with the event director first.”
Remember that gatekeepers usually care about saving money and handling logistics. Leaders care about investing for long-term results and life-change for their organization.
Rob Eagar is the president of WildFire Marketing who helps authors, speakers, and publishers spread their message and sell more books through innovative marketing strategies. He has consulted with numerous publishers and trained over 200 authors at all levels, from beginners to bestsellers. For more information, visit, www.startawildfire.com
Apr
12
Lessons from the Bike Trail
Posted April 12th, 2010 @ 10:00 pm by | | PrintFiled Under Food for Thought
I am a big bicyclist. I meet with a Women’s Bike Club on Monday nights. They are really awesome women but most are lesbian, bi-sexual and non churched. They are active, but do not love the things of God. It is a great opportunity for me to learn from them. Our bike club has grown by over 100% and there are women always checking us out.
As an avid bicyclist, I am also a subscriber to an International Bicycling Magazine. It is really geared toward men, but recently I have been seeing more and more articles for women. This month the magazine announced a section called Girl Talk, which I thought was unusual in a very male dominated magazine. I began to read the article and was reminded that every woman wants to connect to something.
The writer pointed out that women’s cycling is a growing sport. 3,500 women will sign up to fill a paid ride within a week. They range in age from 20 to 60 years. Many do not begin until they are 50+.
One of the three most influential women in the bike industry shared, “The women’s market has grown tremendously. We have weekly rides. We have fashion shows. If you read any of the women’s marketing books, they all talk about developing relationships and community and trust. We see that work everyday for us.”
My thought was simply, “So true!” These women are finding community among a “body of bikers.” What if we could connect them to the Body of Christ?
Women mostly want the same things: developing relationships, community and trust. We’re all hungry for connection both inside and outside of the Body of Christ. The women I ride with challenge me in my faith. They love me and teach me many things. They see the world differently than I do but love me anyway. There’s a good ministry lesson in there, and I pray as we meet and ride together for another year, I’ll keep learning and keep connecting.
Feb
16
Luncheons for Leaders with Nancy Leigh DeMoss
Posted February 16th, 2010 @ 12:20 pm by | | PrintFiled Under This we like!
Nancy Leigh DeMoss will be speaking at three leadership luncheons in the Dallas, Texas and Indianapolis, Indiana areas during the first week of March. The best part is that you are invited! The luncheons are hosted by Revive our Hearts ministry and will offer you the opportunity to hear Nancy’s vision for the True Woman movement firsthand.
The True Woman Conference allows you to spend a weekend with Bible teachers and speakers like Nancy Leigh DeMoss, Joni Eareckson Tada, Kay Arthur, Jennifer Rothschild, Mary Kassian, James MacDonald and many more. Learn how you were made to reflect the beauty and heart of Christ to your world.
True Woman is coming to Indianapolis in September 2010 and to Dallas in October 2010. In preparation, we hope you will attend a leadership luncheon in your area. Luncheon dates, times and locations are listed below. There are two ways you can respond:
- Email info@truewoman.com for more details.
- Reply by February 22 to MVaught@ReviveOurHearts.com or by calling 1-866-842-8381, ext. 2049.
Now, for the particulars…
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Room: Fellowship Hall at College Park Church
2606 West 96th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46268
(Located at the corner of 96th St. and Towne Rd.)
Thursday, March 4
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Room A210
Prestonwood Baptist Church
6801 West Park Blvd
Plano, TX 75093
Friday, March 5, 2010
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Seelig Banquet Hall
Naylor Student Center on the campus of
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
2001 W Seminary Dr
Fort Worth, TX 76115
The True Woman Leadership Luncheons are around the corner, so call or email today to let us know you are coming.
Jan
26
I don’t know about you, but the thought of knocking on my neighbor’s doors to invite them to Bible study makes my knees knock. Why would God ask me to do a crazy thing like that? Surely He knows it’s not my calling to go calling on my neighbors.
A Cafe Called Home
He had given me the idea to start a neighborhood Bible study called The Rosewood Café after our address on Rosewood Drive, yet it didn’t seem that the women in my neighborhood were going to miraculously come and enter my home, as God had commanded Noah’s animals. No, this seemed like something I was going to have to initiate on my own. Yikes.
“Who has time for door-to-door evangelism?” I reasoned. “They’ll think I’m a salesperson, census worker or scam artist.” So I printed lovely invitations, attached them to a small bag of coffee and hung them on mailboxes in my neighborhood. I hosted an Open House and began my Bible study shortly afterward. Every so often I plastered the neighborhood mailboxes with postcards or Christmas greetings. God blessed my weak-kneed efforts and introduced me to many of my neighbors this way. Women who had given me a passing nod while walking their dogs were soon sipping coffee at my kitchen table.
Friends and Neighbors
With a tiny taste of the friendships that could be formed, I was emboldened to meet more women whom God had so carefully placed around me. Acts 17:26-27 says God “determined the times set for [us] and the exact places where [we] should live. God did this so that [wo]men would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from each one of us.” What if He had prepared in advance a good work for me to do (Ephesians 2:10) – something that would help a seeking neighbor to reach out for Him? This is an opportunity I don’t want to miss!
I visited over 40 homes in my neighborhood over the course of several days. Some weren’t home so I left a small handmade gift at their door. Others were clearly uninterested so I was brief. Others warmly invited me in. I met an elderly widow who told me noises at night kept her awake, and together we prayed for restful sleep. I met a pastor’s wife, a delightful surprise. I met women in bathrobes and sweatpants, young and old, friendly and guarded.
One woman shared what her realtor, who happens to live next door, told her when she moved here: “It’s a nice neighborhood, but we don’t neighbor.” He was right. Maybe it’s the lack of sidewalks or front porches that sit far back from the road, or perhaps it’s just the personality of this area – but we don’t neighbor, as a verb. I want to change that.
The woman I remember most was one I didn’t meet at all. She called me a few minutes after I left an invitation on her unanswered door. “I guess I’m your neighbor,” she said. “I live on Rosewood Drive? I don’t know very many people here. I’ve been sick,” she explained. “I need a double lung transplant. I’ve lost a lot of friends because of my illness.” She tearfully thanked me for coming to her door and inviting her to my home.
God on your Street
I believe the Lord will hold me accountable for driving past her pain, walking by her loneliness and ignoring her need. “Amy, Amy – my beloved Amy.” I hear Him say. “Why didn’t you help my daughter on your street? I placed you within 700 feet of her front door, at the exact time she needed a friend!”
Do you neighbor? Is your neighborhood friendly, or are you merely polite? Perhaps your neighborhood is decidedly unfriendly, or even dangerous. Has it been hard for you to make friends? Or have you found a soul sister on your street?
Do your neighbors know Jesus? How do you know? How will you find out?
How will you answer our Lord?
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