Me to We
Transitions are always a tricky thing. I feel like we are have been in a constant state of change since the church began. One of the major shifts that we are going through as a church is the shift from "me to we." When we started Lifepoint we were two men and a truck. In the past two years things have changed quite a bit. We’ve add new ministry elements, new team members, more trailers, more equipment, more everything! However, most of our systems that supported us in the early days can no longer accommodate us now.
One of the toughest shifts that a team will go through is the shift from "Me to We." In the beginning one person would be responsible for entering data or setting up an area, or overseeing a department. Today we need multiple people fulfilling that role. We have to transition our leaders from a mind set that says, "Me to We." I am reminded of John Maxwell’s statement, "there is no success without a successor!" Billy Hornsby also says, "nothing is impossible for the guy who doesn’t have to do it himself."
Take a look around and see if there are areas where you are the lone ranger. It’s time to shift from "Me to We."Tags: Leadership, Me to We
/ No Comments / Jul 04.08 / Lifepoint Stuff / by jeffkapusta
4th of July Weekend!
I just got the word that we have got some really cool stuff at Lifepoint this Sunday! You probably want to get there atleast ten minutes early. Oh yeah…we’ve got some stuff that’s gonna rock your world during the service as well.
Just thought I’d keep you in the loop.
See you Sunday!
/ No Comments / Jul 03.08 / Lifepoint Stuff / by jeffkapustaGood vs. Good Enough
One of the challenges you will deal with in leadership is the balance between Good and Good Enough. As Jim Collins says, “Good is the enemy of Great!” I have to agree. Too often we stop short of Good by saying something is Good Enough. In my opinion, “Good Enough isn’t Good Enough!” The last time I checked, we are to do everything as if we are working for God. He doesn’t deserve leftovers or half hearted attempts. So the next time you face a project or are given a responsibility, be sure to ask yourself if this is “good enough” or is it really GOOD!
/ 1 Comment / Jul 02.08 / Leadership / by jeffkapustalittle reminder
While reading my buddies site, markrouse.com i was reminded of something powerful.
“God’s work done God’s way will never lack God’s provision!”–Hudson Taylor.
/ 1 Comment / Jul 01.08 / Leadership / by jeffkapustaPerspective check
“Oh crap moments are often the catalyst for miracles.” Don’t freak out when you face one.
James 1:2-4–Dear brothers and sisters,[a] when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. 3 For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. 4 So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.
Anybody want to party?
/ 1 Comment / Jul 01.08 / Leadership, Random Rants / by jeffkapustaWeekend Recap // 06.29.08
Today flat out was smoking! I was completely jacked about both services today. Here are my quick thoughts on the services.
- The band was super passionate today!
- The set list was: Solution, You are the Highest, Mighty to Save, Amazing Grace, & God of this City.
- Perry Noble filmed an intro video for us that was absolutely hilarious.
- Our people definitely connect with video teaching. I wonder how we can utilize that in the future…hmmm.
- We made our big announcement today!
- We will be moving on September 28th to Ashley High School!
- Everytime we have created more space God has filled it up. I can’t wait to see what He is capable of doing at Ashley!
- We got a call this week that we will not be able to use some of our usual kids space at the school this summer. No problem! Our awesome Children’s Director, Tiffany worked up a plan an rocked on!
- Dave knocked the ball out of the park on God of this City!
- I couldn’t fall asleep until 2am last night…good thing Perry was preaching for me.
- We have homeless people coming to Lifepiont on a regular basis. I love that!
- I met a guy today that was invited by a homeless man. Does it get any better than that?
- Attendance was good today: 548. This fall is going to be nuts!
- Right now we are only tearing down a fraction of our equipment but it takes just as long.
- I got to attend Port City Community Churches final service as a portable church. I am so proud of those guys. It is awesome doing ministry along side of churches that have a heart for Jesus and His mission. We’re cheering for you Port City!
- I want to hook up with Clay NeSmith soon and check out barefoot community church in North Myrtle Beach.
- I can’t wait to preach next week. I just might explode with anticipation!
- The school was hot has you know where today!
- I got to announce that Lifepoint gave $4000 toward the One Prayer offering last week! It gets me pumped to know that I get to pastor one seriously generous church!
- This has been an awesome series…I would definitely do it again!
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