Leadership
Changing Demands - The soldier, sailor, airman, and marine-and their leaders-must remain trained and always ready to face the perils of war.
Christians in the Military - an interview with Chaplain Beach
Durfey's Professional Excellence - The key to successful leadership is found in the person of Jesus Christ.
Exploring Biblical Leadership - What does it look like to be a disciple of Christ, and how do we get there from here?
Fister's Leadership Excellence - Real leadership cannot be mandated or appointed; it is given to leaders by those who choose to follow.
Follow Me - The key to serving others is to have a humble heart.
For all Leaders - It is a privilege, and should be a joy, to influence other lives through your leadership.
Harrison's Professional Excellence - The Christian officer should strive to be the very best professional officer possible within his or her abilities, in accord with Christian faith and conduct.
Krulak's Leadership Excellence - We must remain ever mindful that God sustains that character and He ultimately provides that which we are obliged to give.
Leadership - Good commands all have one thing in common -- a healthy atmosphere of respect for authority.
Leadership and the Christian Officer - The effectiveness of a unit depends to maximum degree on the leadership ability of the commander.
Leadership by Example - Moral character is the one thing the Army cannot give to you; you have to develop it within yourself.
Leadership Without Coercion - Using common sense and sensitivity, it is possible to be an ambassador for Christ in uniform.
Professional
Perspectives for Senior Officers
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Six Generations - What can happen when men and women commit to be and make disciples for Christ. > PDF format
The Jungles of War - Moral dilemmas of combat.
Spiritual Development of the Commissioned
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Senior Field Grade
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Field Grade Office
Junior Company Grade Officer
Striving - I'm finally satisfied with where I am, not worrying about the next step in my career.
Thoughts for Young Officers - There's a great deal of talk about servant leadership in the military today, but few Christian officers are actually practicing it as the Lord prescribed.
Three Looks for Leaders in Constant Flux - As Christian officers desiring to exercise biblical leadership—faced with constant flux and in the process of growing in our capacity to lead -- how can we best prepare for our next leadership role?
Unity of Command - Ever wonder whether military principles of war apply to Christian living?
What's Your Altitude? - Jesus, the highest being there ever was and ever will be, voluntarily lowered Himself.
Where the Rubber Meets the Road - The lion's share of OCF ministry is done by hundreds of volunteers in military units and communities around the world!
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