The status quo is not a bad thing. If everything was constantly in flux, then little progress would be made. The status quo is important in local church ministry. Healthy, biblical structures and organizations are necessary for the sanctification of the saints and Kingdom expansion. We pastors should not feel […]
status quo
Traditions can be very good. We all have them. But hold some of them too tightly and they can be a challenge to necessary change. And in light of the 4 billion, we can’t hold on to some of them too tightly. Cherished traditions were once new. In all likelihood, […]
Today’s Innovations, Tomorrow’s Traditions.
One type of busy keeps you in constant motion. You are always going, doing, never stopping until you collapse in bed at night. This kind of busy brings the praise of others, “Look at how busy he is!” But this kind of busy keeps you, and those you lead, in […]
Two Types of Busy
status quo: the existing state of affairs. innovation: the act or process of introducing something new. When it comes to healthy growth and multiplication, leaders must keep these two definitions in mind. While it seems cool to say, “I’m against the status quo; I’m all for innovation,” such is not […]