“A tool is only as useful as your knowledge of the need.”
I’m a collector of tools, toys, and hobbies. I like things. But my Papa’s wisdom about the tools found in his simple, wooden toolbox reminds me that I don’t need every tool, if I truly understand what I’m trying to accomplish.
No number of tools (or resources) will ever increase effectiveness more than your leadership acumen to implement them diligently. There is a key shift in leading ministry effectively today. It is far less about a creative capacity and more about a deep understanding of contextual needs.
A ministry leader’s role is to curate tools for maximum usefulness, with specialized knowledge and contextual understanding of your ministry.
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