Generational Impact

I got to thinking about generations again, probably a combination of what happened earlier tonight and something pastor said during service. Whatever it was, one thing is clear. Every generation makes an impact on the next.

Some impacts are profoundly powerful; an inspiration to do, to go and to be better, farther and more accomplished than has previously been done.
Other impacts are also, quite powerful... and profoundly devastating. They serve as opportunity to do, go and be something entirely different from what the generation was.

The first kind is always intentional.
The second kind, almost always quite unintentional.

Thus, it begs the question, for nearly every conversation, every action, every teaching moment and shared experience... what the desired outcome.

Because if we recognize our words and deeds don't bring about the desired outcome, then we should probably change course.
And if they do bring about the desired outcome, then we are reminded to continue to do the right thing and handle matters the right way.

Every impression may not seem lasting when it is made, but that doesn't mean that it does not last. Even the ones you don't plan or think will. They do.

Pray, this #seniorPastorMonday, that as leaders of the body of Christ, that pastors would never lose the perspective that impacts are always being made. Pray that their conversations would be intentional, and their actions, honorable. Pray for a grace about their lives, that when mistakes are made, they will not only be short-lived, but lessons quickly-learned. May they not only lose the hope of their faith, but also bring a hope of faith to those around them; excited not only for what God has accomplished, but what He is in the process of accomplishing.

For as long as humanity lives
God's redeeming grace stands.
For the kingdom of God.

- PNC