Do you have a small group of others to advise you?
Today's Scripture:
Get advice if you want your plans to work. If you go to war, get the advice of others.
Proverbs 20:18
"Join me in coming together united with others as we grow in Christ and share the good news."
Your pastor,
Rev Patrick Muston
Get advice if you want your plans to work. If you go to war, get the advice of others.
Proverbs 20:18
Even the Lone Ranger had Tonto. Whether you are the top leader in your own organization or a homemaker leading your children, you endure difficult decisions with challenging choices. Often, even when you have prayed, listed your pros and cons, and given much thought to the matter, you are still lacking clear direction for your decision. You must remember that God hears every prayer. Sometimes he answers you directly and sometimes he counsels through others' advice.
A leader is wise to develop a system of getting advice. You may form an advisory board, leadership team, accountability group, or circle of friends.
Whatever you want to name it, you need a small group of trusted advisers who can share their wisdom with you in your decision making process.
An effective GROUP advisers offers: Godly wisdom, Realism, Optimism, Understanding, and Perseverance. Be sure to invite godly wisdom. God's truths are universal and have been proved successful. Advice should line up with the Word of God and be prayerfully given. A realist will give you a perspective of the good, the bad, and the ugly; whereas an optimist will give you the bright side of possibilities. It is wise to keep a balance of both. With a strong understanding of your mission and vision, an adviser will help to keep you on a path you want to travel. Finally, your group should be persevering. A strong group of advisers provides the safety in numbers you need as a leader.
Selah people' and friends examine how the five most influential people in your life fit into your GROUP. If some GROUP roles are missing, pray and ask God to direct you in relationships that will fill those voids.
A leader is wise to develop a system of getting advice. You may form an advisory board, leadership team, accountability group, or circle of friends.
Whatever you want to name it, you need a small group of trusted advisers who can share their wisdom with you in your decision making process.
An effective GROUP advisers offers: Godly wisdom, Realism, Optimism, Understanding, and Perseverance. Be sure to invite godly wisdom. God's truths are universal and have been proved successful. Advice should line up with the Word of God and be prayerfully given. A realist will give you a perspective of the good, the bad, and the ugly; whereas an optimist will give you the bright side of possibilities. It is wise to keep a balance of both. With a strong understanding of your mission and vision, an adviser will help to keep you on a path you want to travel. Finally, your group should be persevering. A strong group of advisers provides the safety in numbers you need as a leader.
Selah people' and friends examine how the five most influential people in your life fit into your GROUP. If some GROUP roles are missing, pray and ask God to direct you in relationships that will fill those voids.
"Join me in coming together united with others as we grow in Christ and share the good news."
Your pastor,
Rev Patrick Muston
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