Breaking Bad... Habits.

I have a working theory...

Leaders get to their position, by and large, by doing things that most others don't. And they accomplish them with more discipline and effort than most as well. There's a difference in attitude and mindset and strategy.

It's not that others can't do it. Anyone can. Leaders don't just step into the front and center. But they have taken steps and put in to practice elements that cause them to progress in a noticeable manner.

It's easy to look at leadership and wish and desire that one was in a different position and place in life, dealing with different battles and different people; perhaps enjoying more benefits and perks even if it came with a different degree of stress. But then again, is there a willingness to do things differently to get there?

Forgive me for another Dave Ramsey quote... I didn't plan this.

"Things don't change unless you do."

Well, that'll preach! And I'm first in line.

But seriously... how much is missed out in both opportunity and reward because we don't do the hard thing, the difficult thing, the hard decision, the challenging process with unfettered and unwavering determination and commitment? Quite a bit, as I'm daily reminded and remembering myself.

That said, at the end of the day, the difference is diligent determination.

On this #associatePastorTuesday, pray that whatever is done; that it would be done with all one's heart, soul, mind and strength as unto the Lord. While that may be stating the obvious for those in ministry, may it be the necessary encouragement that it needs to be for those struggling as they approach and ready themselves daily.  Pray for wisdom in the decision they make, the risks that the take and the strategies that they implement to accomplish the work set before them. May God grant them favor in every realm and may the Holy Spirit lead as they continue in faithful service to the kingdom of God

Bad habits broken
Disciplined disciples at work
For His glory
And the cause of Jesus Christ.

- PNC