One thing I have learned over the years on this blog is control. There are times when i feel like man, I've got to write about that and you know there are a lot of ideas in my head but most times they're not ready to be expressed or not necessary. So yeah control. Its better to think things through than just pour out raw emotions on the internet for everyone to read and form opinions about you.
The past few weeks have been difficult. I had a packed schedule and faced some normal life difficulties but things are looking up.
Its that time again, the changing of seasons. For me i will no longer be president of vcf. I have really enjoyed my time as leader although looking back i would say i make a better follower than a leader. It has its perks but I know i'm not ready to lead a group of people. But the experience was great and i have a new found respect for people who lead well.
As a leader you make lots of decisions everyday. And most of them don't just affect you, they affect everyone thats under your influence. Suddenly you have to be careful what you say, what you do...things like that. Decisions are never easy. You cannot satisfy everyone and that cannot be your goal. There will be people who either misunderstand, or simply refuse to agree with you and thats fine. I think it helps you be a better leader, having some trouble :) but for me i think its important that whatever decision you make, you are at peace with it. And you are prepared to live with the consequences. Good or bad.
Besides Jesus, i don't know of any leader who never made a wrong decision. Something that seemed right at the time, an oversight or just a mis-judgement. Some of the best leaders are haunted by some wrong decisions they have made and that makes them better. Because it brings you to a point you don't ever want to be in again. And you never forget. But just like relationships, you remember the good times more.
-ONWARD