Simple, Best-Laid Plans

A very simple train of thought this morning, as I'm getting ready for church, reflecting on the events and conversations of the week. I trust yours went well. by the way.

Effectiveness does not come without a strategy. Whether laid out in great detail or a hunch that a certain approach or message might may be necessary, effectiveness does not happen without an intent, a motive and a follow-through. And I think we often put in more thought and strategy than what is warranted at times. Not that there's not a time and place for a grand plan.

But more often, little is done from a lack of plan altogether.

What is it that you want to do.
Where do you want to go.
What do you hope to be the outcome.

If we understand the long-term game plan; if we remain committed to its' pursuit, if we don't allow the distractions and detractors to have power of us, then the goal will be reached and effectiveness will be achieved.

Where there is hope, there will be a dasher
Where there is a dream, there will be a crusher.
Where there is peace, there will be a conflict.
Where there is gain, there will be loss.
For everything that has an advocate, there will be protest.

But on this #effectiveSunday, may we rejoice that God fights our battles on our behalf, and ultimately, in light of eternity, the end of the Book has been written and we know who wins. Pray for resolve to continue to work the plan God has prepared for us. May we not be detoured or distracted. Pray the attacks of the enemy would fall at the feet of the church. May today be a great victory for the church of Jesus Christ; that the body of Christ would be known by their love and their ability to speak the truth in love to those who would have ears to hear.

For the glory of God
And the cause of Jesus Christ.

- PNC