Hello,
This is Byeong from [M/B Ministries].
M/B is a combination of the first letter of Rev. Melvin’s name, M, and the first letter of mine, B.
Melvin University newsletter is being made with MB.
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In 1999, I started LPM Korea as an institute and worked for 15 years,
In 2015, I founded PACE International Seminary in Nagaland, India,
In 2021, I have the know-how to establish Melvin University in Kenya.
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Now, in 2025, I would like to introduce the resources I have learned and organized so far to the Korean church and pastors.
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I hope you will be encouraged.
Thank you.◆
Reflection on the Lay Pastors Ministry lo
Personal growth and
organizational leadership (Byeong)
No matter what organization or institution it is, there is bound to be a leader. He needs two things, then the organization believes that it can succeed.
But there is a book that clearly shows two things. One was Stephen Covey’s “Seven Habits,” and the other was Jim Collins’ “Good to Great.” Readers may have better resources, but personally, two books were useful.
First, the Good to Great book was published after researching a number of successful companies around the world, using the term Disciplined Thought, which ultimately boils down to two things. One is that even if there were difficulties in reality, they continued to push ahead. The other is that it focuses on the most important thing. So by leading the company, they were able to create eleven great companies out of hundreds of successful, good companies.
On the other hand, Stephen Covey’s book is about developing good character and good personality. In a way, I came to the conclusion that good character is good in human relations, but that is not enough to succeed and lead a good organization or institution.
It’s not bad to be named “He’s such a nice guy”. However, if the meaning of ‘no ability’ is implied in it, it cannot be accepted only as a compliment. It’s a nuance that it’s not enough. I am concerned about this.
I think the relationship between individual growth and organizational leadership has this relationship. So Stephen Covey’s book is so good, but it will be an additional attraction if the corresponding leadership is developed.
This is also an inevitable task for a leader. The problem will be how individual growth harmonizes with the leadership of the organization and creates synergy. It is natural to have both. In a word, it can be described as “a humble person with expertise.” Professional & Humility. Maybe this is a contradictory thing.
However, it is an inevitable task because you can become a top leader only when you have both. Or else, he can only play the role of a staff member. ◆