Worth The Daily Work

Author Cameron Morrissey posted a cartoon on social media yesterday morning that I thought was brilliant. The cartoon depicts three business men sporting suits and ties sitting at a conference table. One speaks to the others "I used to lead by example, but it was too much work."

Mr. Morrissey goes on in his blog post to shed light on the 10 daily habits of great leaders, based on this premise. "Great leaders don't just show up in a crisis, they're there day in and day out..."

The with routines and the mundane... well, they are routine. And mundane. While we don't look forward or desire crisis, there is a weird phenomena that comes with them, as if their is an opportunity to shine; to be the hero, the fixer and whatever accolades or opportunities that make come as a result.

While some may be remembered for "being there" when things or life was on the line, whether literally or figuratively, more often than not, it's one's presence in the every day moments of life that consistent make an impact. And that impact is made by anyone who "leads", not simply by position of title or authority.

Is it too much work? Well, it certainly feels like.

But showing up everyday, with the possibility that a memorable, life-changing impact may exist at any moment... is absolutely worth it.

Let's pray this #associatePastorTuesday, for pastors perhaps tired of the routine and daily-nesss of leadership. Pray for those who feel as though they are not leading as they should or are as effective as they should or could lead. May God grant to them wisdom in the days to come. May they seek and find, tools, resources and people that would speak into their lives and encourage and even lead them, to greater depth and maturity of leadership and influence. Pray pastors would be every mindful that leadership begins and ends with service, regardless of what level of authority they may achieve along the way.

For the first shall be last
And the last shall be first.
For the glory of God.
In His Kingdom.

- PNC