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September 14, 2009
Don't Stop Believin'
It takes guts to lead.
I had the opportunity to talk with someone this morning for about an hour who is asking some tough questions about expanding their ministry beyond what it is today. He is asking questions that will lead to an even greater impact. And he is banking the beginning of his working career on the belief that this is exactly the work God has given him to do.
Ministry leadership is hard. There are a lot of other things you could be doing right now. You could probably be more successful and make more money, but something keeps drawing you back to the work you have been given to do. And even when it seems impossible, the goal still seems possible.
That resolve is what it takes to lead.
That conviction is what you'll need when you sit across from someone and ask them to financially contribute to your ministry.
That stubbornness is what it takes to bring the dream God has given you into reality.
Don't believe others when they tell you it can't be done.
Don't listen to unwarranted criticism and sideline coaching.
And please ... please ... Don't Stop Believin'
Enjoy the song. Yes, it is intentionally "over the top." But we really do need people who believe like a child that IT - whatever "it" is - can be done. After all, Jesus held children in high esteem. Maybe he was onto something.
I'm proud of you!
Posted by bstroup at September 14, 2009 1:31 PM
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