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Key Takeaways

1) Your walk with God determines where and how your leadership rises and falls. In the introductory sentence of his book, Dan says, “…only Jesus brings real power and the life-changing authority that makes it possible for any church to reach its potential.” While it’s tempting to rely on our own abilities when leading, it’s only God who can create the ultimate impact.

2) We can’t force the Holy Spirit to show up or rush God into what we want Him to do. God cannot be rushed. He will move through the Holy Spirit and do the work that He sees fit on his timeline and not ours.

3) Slowing down and spending time with God is key. We all know this, but it bears repeating that spending unhurried time with the Lord is one of the most important things we can do. Greater joy for the long haul comes with slowing down and giving things space to breathe.

4) Don’t feel guilty about your passion and your calling, but don’t make it more stressful and complicated than it needs to be. Remember that God has given you your calling for a purpose! Don’t let discouragement get to you—what’s in front of you is still good. Stay focused on what God has for you.

 

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