May 18th, 10
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They were the good ole days… filled with many blog posts, pontifications, and inspiring situations. I think the only thing that has changed for the recent season I am in is the blog. I still haven’t figured out what I want to do with it. I have never wanted it to be a mirror to other sites, simply posting or re-posting good thoughts (though I love to point people in good directions). I have also never wanted it to be a place where I share my expertise, of which I’m not sure I have any. And this really isn’t a place where I want to share announcements, commercials, updates, etc via the ministry where God has me.
I am in a quandary trying to figure out which steps to take, if any. This past year has been one of the busiest years in ministry I have had. In fact, I have had to cut out some of the things I enjoy most (like traveling and speaking) in order to not be too overwhelmed. So, here is too good intentions. Here is to hopes that this spot may be inspiration for someone and cathartic for the author. When I needed an outlet before, I found one online – maybe that will happen again.
May 18th, 10
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I hope I’m not the most instrumental person in a students life.
Ok, to be honest, I’d be honored to be that person – but by that statement I mean that if I am seeking to be that ‘one’ person in their life, I feel as if I may have failed at my job. It’s not that I am attempting to be un-influential; but more to do with building a team of inspiration.
Team ministry is much more difficult, and I’m not quite sure I have even reached a point where I would feel comfortable saying I am there. Most great leaders realize that they cannot be a great leader on their own, it takes a strong team of leaders together working for a common goal. My prayer for my ministry is that small group leaders and equipped parents are easily counted some of the most influential influences in the lives of the students who come through. I hope to play a part, but I’d be limiting my own ministry to try and be ‘the one’.
A daily prayer of mine is that I will have the humility and wisdom it takes to lead a team committed to Jesus and leading students to a closer walk with Him. I guess time will tell.