Ministry
and missions are most effective when done in teams. But so many teams are dysfunctional. We should lead as Jesus did – he employed his
senses to lead, beginning with his sense of hearing. He said: “By myself I can do nothing;
I judge only as I hear, and my judgment is just, for I seek…
By Seth Barnes
Ministry
and missions are most effective when done in teams. But so many teams are dysfunctional. We should lead as Jesus did – he employed his
senses to lead, beginning with his sense of hearing. He said: “By myself I can do nothing;
I judge only as I hear, and my judgment is just, for I seek not to please
myself but him who sent me.” (John 5:30)
To lead a team well, employ not only your sense of hearing,
but sight and touch as well.
1. LISTEN
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First to God – what is He asking you to do?
Inquire of God (As David did 1 Samuel 30). - To
your own heart. Know yourself. - To
the hearts of your team (not just what they say). - To your
leaders. They have a perspective
you need.
2. SEE
- Your
followers’ best selves. See others
shining; lift them up. - Where
you are going. Describe it so your
team can see it too. - Your
followers functioning as a team.
Have a vision for unity. - Who
needs to lead the next phase. It
may require a change of leadership.
3. TOUCH
- Connect
with your followers at a heart level. - If
appropriate, hug or touch them. -
Help them to connect with one another. Practice the ministry of reconciliation.
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Find a venue where connecting can happen – a
time and a space where people can let their hair down.
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