Why Christian Leaders Fail: Reason Two
YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW
“Plans fail for lack of counsel; but with many advisors they succeed.” Proverbs 15:22
There is no substitute for experience. In my many years of ministry leadership and consultation, I have observed many leaders, often but not always, young who have fallen in the trap of failing to recognize what they do not know about a situation, a staff issue or a ministry objective. It is this lack of knowledge-which only comes through experience or interaction with those who have more experience than me.
Pain and failure are two great life experiences that bring about growth-if we choose to grow through the experiences. Pain is a great motivator for action and failure is a reminder that “I don’t know as much as I think I do.”
It is imperative leaders do their homework before they proceed into any new venture or ministry program. You are responsible for many staff who are counting on you to seek good counsel from trusted advisors.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Seek out those leaders who have lengthy experience in the church or para-church ministries.
Filed under: Articles on January 12th, 2009