Mistakes I've Made

I just got a shot in my left cheek to help me get over a massive sinus infection ... so with steriods pumping through my blood, I'm going to share some mistakes I've made.

TOO MUCH, TOO FAST
When this happens you run the risk of burning people out, burning yourself out (or your family) or just confusing people.
Lessons learned:
#1--A strong foundation of vision should be laid before an any acceleration of ministry. Part of this vision includes being opportunistic ... that way when you do have to act fast, folks know it is to achieve a great vision = reaching lost people!
#2--Most of the time, less really is more.

POOP OR GET OFF THE TOILET
I know this may appear contradictory ... but sometimes I have delayed making a decision that needed to be made.
Lessons learned:
#1--Always err on the side of action over inaction.
#2--Have a wise process for making decisions (mine includes prayer & godly counsel)

BE OBESSIVE COMPULSIVE
It is true the devil is in the details. Pay attention to EVERYTHING!! When you start seeing problems in 'little' areas, bigger problems are usually right around the corner. It's better to put out a small brush fire than a forest fire!
(Nelson Searcy has a great CD resource called: "OC Church Leaders".

QUIT TRYING TO PLEASE EVERYBODY
Somewhere along the way I thought I would be the one exception that could keep everybody happy. Boy, was I wrong & stupid ... and I've wasted a lot of time trying!
Lessons learned:
#1-Play for the Audience of One.
#2-Cast vision, love people, lead with example, & lead through your legitimizers.
#3-Those that don't get it, don't get it. Lead on & move on.

There's a story behind each of these but hopefully you get the idea.