RESOURCES from 4word
Here’s Why You Meltdown
Your weekly roundup :: September 24 - 28 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "Purpose Doesn’t Equal Comfort" We all have a God-given purpose, so it's… Read More
Purpose Doesn’t Equal Comfort
Here at 4word, this month's topic of "purpose" has been a refreshing wake-up call for us. It's getting to be that time of the year when plans and budgets for 2019 are being formulated and new initiatives and resources are being dreamed up for our 4word women. As… Read More
Fix Your Shallow Friendships
Your weekly roundup :: September 17 - 21 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "Purpose Gives New Meaning to Success'" We all long to find our… Read More
Purpose Gives New Meaning to Success
Susan Tolles, Director of Local Groups at 4word, talks with us about purpose, a topic she's so passionate about that she wrote a book about it! ------ You were created with a unique purpose to fulfill, a part to play in this complex world… Read More
How to Become Mentally Strong
Your weekly roundup :: September 10 - 14 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "Your Purpose is Your 'Why'" Kristin Brown was doing all the "right"… Read More
Your Purpose is Your “Why”
Purpose is tricky. Sometimes we may believe we are on the path God has laid before us...but a few miles later, we painfully come to realize we’ve been following our own GPS. Kristin Brown, Vice President of Communications for the Institute for Faith, Work & Economics,… Read More
Do Relationships Need Physical Attraction?
Your weekly roundup :: September 3 - 7 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "The Purpose Dilemma" Trying to figure out your purpose can feel overwhelming,… Read More
The Purpose Dilemma
"Why am I here?" "What is the point?" "How do I know I'm headed in the right direction?" "Does it really matter?" Have you ever found yourself asking those questions - out loud or in your head? Are you even a… Read More
Mistakes That Affect Leadership
Your weekly roundup :: August 27 - 31 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "The Purpose of Leaders" As a leader, what should your primary goal be?… Read More
The Purpose of Leaders
Remember, way back (OK, the beginning of the month), when we talked about not feeling "good enough" to be a leader? A very valid feeling and one we've all experienced. As we wrap up this month's discussion on leadership, though, we hope we've at least torn… Read More
Your Marriage Might Be Making You Sick
Your weekly roundup :: August 20 - 24 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "Be a Leader People Want to Follow" 4word founder Diane Paddison has found… Read More
Be a Leader People Want to Follow
As we’ve discussed leadership on the 4word blog this month, my hope is that you’ve come to realize that those to whom God has given the calling of being a leader He has also blessed them with the traits of a good leader. You might not even know… Read More
Can Willow Creek Heal?
Your weekly roundup :: August 13 - 17 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "How the “Miracle on the Hudson” Changed My Perspective on Success" This week… Read More
How the “Miracle on the Hudson” Changed My Perspective on Success
As a highly-successful business woman, Maryann Bruce has spent years honing her leadership skills and working to inspire confidence in women like her trying to “make it” in their leadership roles. When Maryann ended up as a passenger of the “Miracle on the Hudson” plane… Read More
WSJ MarketWatch and 4word – A conversation about success
Your weekly roundup :: August 6 - 10 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "Am I Good Enough?" Do you feel prepared to lead? As a Christian… Read More
Am I Good Enough?
Is that title a loaded one or what? Wondering if you're good enough is a thought everyone has, no matter your gender, race, or social status. We all wonder if our skills match up with our ambition. Sure, we would all love to be stellar leaders… Read More
God’s Answers to Anxiety
Your weekly roundup :: July 30 - August 3 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "Think of Conflict Like Tax Season" Is conflict inevitable? Just like… Read More
Think of Conflict Like Tax Season
July, you have been a very full month! We knew the topic of conflict and confrontation would need many voices to speak about it, so we were so honored to feature three unique perspectives on conflict in our personal, professional, and spiritual lives. 4word: Colorado… Read More
When Wives Earn More
Your weekly roundup :: July 23 - 27 As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy. This week's blog: "Defending Your Faith In Spiritual Conflict" We asked Steve Haas from World Vision… Read More
Defending Your Faith In Spiritual Conflict
Spiritual conflict and confrontation is something many - if not all - of us will encounter in our walk with God. To learn how to react in a Christ-honoring way, we asked 4word Advisory Board member Steve Haas to share tips and advice he's gleaned from… Read More