Over the past two days we have been discussing the role of leaders in preparing others to partner in the ministry. This has been one of the best conferences I have been to ever. The personal side of it (only 30 people) allows for great relationship building and lots of open communication. There are some other great aspects I have learned and am thankful for:
- True leadership is surprising and surprised at the same time.
- Leadership hinges on the relational connections within a ministry.
- People will follow those they trust, and those who love them.
- I need to give a little more freedom for leaders to run after what Jesus has called them to do.
- Doug Fields and Kurt Johnson (Saddleback youth pastors) are some of the most relational youth pastors I have seen from Mega Churches. They talk with everyone, remember your name and care about your ministry.
- I got to ride to lunch with Doug and four other guys, great conversation and thoughts on Jesus and leadership.
I have learned more from this Youth Ministry Summit than from any other conference. I continue to be amazed at the role relationships play in learning even among youth pastors. This has been a great journey and I long to see what God does in the youth ministry at Springhill and in my life as well. Thank you Jesus.
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