November 9, 2023 - Sometimes there is a better way to do things than “the way we’ve always done it.” Oftentimes the forward progress of the people of God is thwarted and stopped by the ignorance of the very ones who should be taking the lead in promoting the church. Before we are automatically in opposition to a new way of doing things or a new program, we need to make sure we know what we are talking about. This is well illustrated by the man who was a member of the leadership of a particular group of God’s people who came late to a meeting.
As he walked in the meeting room, there was a discussion taking place. As soon as he sat down he blurted out, “I don’t know what you’re talking about, but whatever it is, I am against it.” One of the men informed him that they were discussing the possibility of buying a new chandelier for the church building.
Well, when the late arrival found this out, he said, “Well, I haven’t changed my mind a bit. In the first place, we don’t have anyone here who can spell chandelier to order it. In the second place, if we get one, we don’t have anyone who knows how to play a chandelier. Finally, in the third place, what we really need in this building is more light anyway.”
So, before you speak in opposition to a new program or idea, make sure you have your facts together.
It’s something to think about... tbp
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