I was reading this morning and came across this scripture that I have read often and in the context of the birth of Christ as the shepherds kept watch.
As leaders we say that we want to expand our territories – which is admiral and good.
We also may hear this same desired outcome from many on our teams and/ or within our circles of influence.
However, we need to be vigilant about consistently doing the right work at the right time and ensuring the same for those for which we lead. This is the responsibility of being a shepherd over a region.
A couple questions we can ask ourselves to gauge our preparedness for “promotion” are:
⁃ How well is your region performing, today? Is it in order or is it chaotic?
⁃ How well are your sheep doing in your flock? Is there harmony, shared purpose, are needs being met, is there strife or confusion?
⁃ What crucial conversations are you waiting to have with certain sheep but you are waiting for the “right time”? Are there issues that need to be addressed or encouragement and guidance that needs to be communicated?
⁃ What are things (loose ends) that you have in your mind frustrating you that need to get moved to the “done” column? These are the things that require emotional energy and focused effort but are critical to success.
As leaders, our value truly grows to the degree we show proficiency and consistency in how we manage our region and the flock or flocks therein.
We are not perfect and the headwinds that we must grow through may cause us to pause or delay on that “one” thing that we know must get done to move forward.
I encourage you today to make and execute a plan to get that vital “one” thing off your plate as it is likely draining the energy out of your life or the air out of your sail.
Leadership is for those of us who accepted the call and all associated pain and discomfort required to achieve that glorious end. It is a price well spent to achieve something great!
Be strong in the Lord
Be encouraged
Be blessed
Be a blessing!
“In the same region there were shepherds staying out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night.”
Luke 2:8 AMP
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