How Committed Are You?

Effective persuasion is the "order of the day", and is an ingredient necessary for church members to grow. Everybody must be a team player, and the role each one plays is essential. When we display a perception of what we think of others, think about the perception others have of us.

Do you ever wonder if those who head our committees and boards are fully committed to their roles and responsibilities? If you do, then, "How committed are you?" And even though the only person we can change is ourselves, the question remains. This could be a haunting reminder that something is missing. We must be a catalyst to those who lead so they can be the most effective, persuasive leaders capable of making intelligent decisions, handling differences of opinions, and relieving tensions. Committed leaders must practice what is found in Ephesians 4:1-3, "...walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." Thus, the leaders good feelings about themselves and their relationship with God tend to attract others who want to see what their enthusiasm and excitement are all about. "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works....." (Matt. 5:16) When we do not take our obligations seriously, we not only disappoint ourselves, but God, and those who entrusted the authority in us.