Archive for August, 2009

How Many Degrees Does It Take?

GraduationThis number might surprise you.  We all intend to do a great job in our chosen areas of ministry, but for some of us, we are keenly aware of our lack of advanced education.  This sometimes causes us to have diminished confidence in our abilities.  We feel that with just a little more education we can then be all that we were meant to be.

It’s not that we are not willing; it’s just that we feel we are not ready.

So, how many degrees does it take before we feel secure in doing those great things God has placed in our hearts?  Is the answer at least one; an Associates degree?  Or is it more than one including a Bachelors degree or a Masters degree, or a Doctorates degree?  Is the answer one, two or more?

Get In…Or Get Out Of The Way!

slowI know this sounds harsh but bear with me. Let me explain. I recently saw a documentary about a particular ethnic group and the struggles and triumphs they uniquely faced. A memorable part of this presentation was the highlights made of successful individuals who are doing phenomenal, unusual, impactful, insightful, undeniable, incredible work in their particular areas of passion.

What makes these individuals so impressive is that they are operating in fields that are common place but doing their work in an uncommon manner. The contrast between the norm and what they are doing is so stark, it almost seems implausible.

What each one of these successful people have in common is