RESOURCES from 4word
Leaving a Legacy
In Chicago last month, Diane met Stephanie Kaihoi, who founded Legacy Living Ministries. Stephanie’s organization is committed to training the next generation to love the Lord and crave His Word. Through events – Mentoring With No Regrets and Finishing With No Regrets – they provide biblical and practical resources to… Read More
A Real Partner
What does it mean to have a “real partner?” As I mentioned last week, I just finished Sheryl Sandberg’s book, Lean In, and one of her main recommendations for working women is to “make your partner a real partner.” Sheryl cites research showing that if a married couple… Read More
Unlimiting God, Sponsorship, Managing Power, Depression and See Joy Rap
Is April bringing showers, or even snow, your way? We can’t predict when it’s safe to stash away your winter wardrobe, but we can brighten your Friday with our best blogosphere finds. Take Notice GO: Diane Paddison will lead a special breakout session for women CEOs and… Read More
Women Who Work, Love and Pray
Diane with 4word Portland leaders Maria (left) and Katie (right) at the Portland Good Friday Breakfast last month. It's been a little more than a year and a half since Diane's book "Work, Love, Pray" was published. Since then, the topic of working mothers and working women has… Read More
Leaning In, Together
I’ve been reading Sheryl Sandberg’s new book, Lean In. For the most part I like it very much, with one caveat. For me, no discussion of work life balance is complete without faith. I believe that work and family are best served through a relationship with one God,… Read More
Your Perfect Life, Unwelcome Work, Holy in the Everyday and Kung Fu Grandpa
It’s Friday, and that means it’s time for the latest round of our “Friday Favorites.” This week, we’re serving up links on everything from spring/summer fashion trends to un-fun work projects to Kung Fu Grandpa. (Yep, you read that right.) Take a peek! Take Notice LISTEN: Life Lessons… Read More
Does Working Mom = Massive Guilt?
Meet Tracy Thomas, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Bright Hope, wife of Tojy and mother to Soraya, Caleb and Zachary. Tracy has been a working woman since her teens – she paid for college working at carnivals every summer (as a “carnie” she likes to call it), selling… Read More
A Purposeful Life
One of my friends Charlotte likes to say that “the purpose of life is to have a purposeful life.” I love that quote because it reminds me how simple life really is (even though it often feels complicated!). The thing is, “purposeful” doesn’t necessarily mean “important,” the way… Read More
The Pope, Easter Eggs, a Legacy of Love, Remembering and a Tiny Burglar
It’s almost Easter! As you head into a weekend of celebration and remembrance, take a minute to browse our selection of this week’s best of the web. Take Notice THINK: A Simple Ritual for Harried Managers (and Popes) LEAN: Arianna Huffington on Leaning In, alternate reality, and… Read More
What to Do with Life's Leftovers
Today, we introduce you to Sheila B. Sheila's husband is the late E. K. Bailey, who was pastor of Concord Baptist Church for almost thirty years before succumbing to cancer. Sheila and E. K. were introduced in college by his friend, Melvin Wade. (E.K. later returned the favor… Read More
The Simple Secret to Building Successful Relationships
I’ve been thinking about relationship-building a lot lately. A few weeks ago I explored how Facebook can help you build stronger relationships. Then last week I had the honor of attending and speaking at Co-Lab, a conference for a diverse group of Christian ministry leaders including Nancy Ortberg… Read More
When Leaning In Isn’t Enough, an Animated Love Story, Option Overload and Wardrobe Must-Haves
Spring is officially here! Before you start spring cleaning, enjoy this week’s crop of favorites from around the web. Take Notice WIN: Hailey Humphries opened last week’s Friday Faves email, and we took notice! Hailey was the randomly drawn reader who won a copy of Work, Love,… Read More
What Does It Look Like to "Trade on Your Strengths?"
Meet Natalie Snyder, 28, a petite Texas beauty who earned a vice president role with Transwestern in just six years. Natalie moved to Dallas after graduating from Texas A&M, where she was a skeet shooter. She’s not afraid to outshoot any guy on a business-retreat skeet range, no… Read More
Embracing Plan C, and Other Wise Examples From Working Women of the Bible.
Expectations are tricky things, aren't they? Undoubtedly, setting some high expectations for yourself can be a positive motivating force in your life and your work. The apostle Paul used them to motivate himself – to remain strong and faithful in the face of great adversity (Philippians 1:20). But… Read More
Lean In, Joy’s Getting Married?, 5 Hard Truths for Parents and Working Women of the Bible
Top o’ the mornin’ to you all. We hope you’re gearing up for a fun St. Patrick’s Day, whether you plan to celebrate with green eggs and ham or a more traditional dish like corned beef and cabbage. In the meantime, take a gander at our latest serving… Read More
Serving God as a Family
Remember Marcia Larson, who we interviewed a few months back about her experience in Hurricane Sandy? This week, we spoke with her mother, Margaret, about their family’s history of taking overseas mission trips together. Margaret, Esther, Wally Jr. and Marcia Larson on one of their family mission trips… Read More
Finding Meaning in the Mundane; How Celebrity Apprentice Brought You The Bible.
Last week more than thirteen million people (me included) tuned in to the History channel to watch The Bible, a new mini-series that presents dramatic interpretations of several key biblical stories and passages. The Bible series was created and produced over the course of four years, with input… Read More
Top 25 Women in Real Estate, Christian Rap for God’s Glory, Marriage is Lonely, and the Evolution of Mom Dancing
Before you move your clocks up ahead this weekend (yes it's that time of year again) use some of your extra time now to check out our great selection! Take Notice WATCH: Mark Burnette and Roma Downey’s “The Bible” series on the History Channel. Diane will be talking about… Read More
Can You Be Facebook Friends at Work?
Hello everyone. My name is Amanda. I work for 4word’s digital media team, and I’m here to inform you that we’re interrupting our regularly scheduled programming this week to feature an interview with our interviewer. If that’s confusing, I’ll explain further. We’ve been talking about social media for… Read More
How Facebook Can Improve Your Relationships (Or Ruin Them)
Okay, I’m not what you might consider a “Facebook expert.” And I never really intend to be. As I mentioned last week, there's a lot I'm still learning about social technology. While I think it's important to understand how it works in business, parenting, and even church communities,… Read More