One of the skills I developed while we were in Mississippi last month was driving a 32 foot RV. My skills, however, didn't come without some challenges. This picture is of the ditch I drove the RV into while going to lunch. It was innocent enough, I didn't know the side of the driveway would give way...it just "happened". We were there for a while...until one of the guys from the church came with a huge Chevy dually and pulled us out effortlessly. I was amazed. I feared far worse. It's amazing what a couple guys and a Chevy (like a rock, baby!) can do!
The similiarity of this situation and how we approach ministry aren't that far removed. We never intend to slip into routine. We never plan on being ineffective and mediocre, it just happens along our journey in the everyday. No one ever intends to park in mediocrity or comfort, it just happens naturally without the proper challenges.
I really enjoyed our staff retreat. Our church staff retreat and the revolution aspect of the staff retreat were both motivating and meaningful. Our discussions and the challenges from Eric and Russ Olmon were not only appropriate, but right on target. Overall, we were given 3 specific challenges, plus the details of growing and managing our ministries. I'm thankful to be at a church where it's difficult to slip into a rut. We have a bias toward action and continually push forward. It's awesome to know if you let yourself get into a rut, it will show up quickly.
Anyway, if you find your RV stuck in the mud, grab a cold beverage from the frig and call some buddies with a big truck. You'll know how to make the adjustments from there.
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